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Metal Sniffer: Metal Detector

SeriousDroid · com.icechen1.metalsniffer

4.0 out of 5 (2 ratings) 10.5K downloads v0.7.4 2.8 MB Android 3.0+ PEGI 3 · Everyone

  • Signature matches the Google Play version Details

At a glance

Latest version
v0.7.4 (21)
Updated
Jan 27, 2015 (11 years ago)
APK size
2.8 MB
Requires
Android 3.0+ (API 11)
CPU support
Any (no native code)
Category
Tools (app)
Listed since
Aug 2, 2012 (at least)
Permissions
4 (1 sensitive)
Website
yuchenhou.com
Developer contact
[email protected]

About this APK

Metal Sniffer: Metal Detector is an app by SeriousDroid in the Tools category, listed since at least August 2012. It has no native code, so it runs on any Android processor.

Since version 0.7.3, the APK grew from 1.9 MB to 2.8 MB and the minimum Android version rose from 2.1 to 3.0. It asks for 4 permissions, 1 of them sensitive: modify shared storage. It asks for the same permissions as version 0.7.3.

What's new in v0.7.4

0.7.4- bug fixes 0.7.3- More bug fixes 0.7.0 - Added compass-like arrow to point the source of the magnetic field (or at least try to...). Optimization changes. Tutorial (Android 4.0+) when app is first launched. Ads. Permissions: VIBRATE Used for vibration when level has reached a set threshold. WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE Used to save .csv records to SD card. INTERNET/ ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE AdMob ads.

Description

From the listing uploaded by “apps”.

=== Metal Sniffer: Metal Detector === Metal Sniffer is a portable metal detector. By detecting nearby electromagnetic fields using the phone's built-in magnetometer/compass, you can locate nearby metal and magnets. You can also use it to find metallic studs and wiring behind walls. Depending on your phone, you can use it to detect metals up to 30cm away, and magnets from far, far away! Note that household equipment like TVs, and computers or even your phone case can affect readings. Readings are separated per dimension, and is given in the unit of your choice (Tesla, Gauss, or Gamma), and combined to give a scalar reading. You can set a threshold at which the phone will vibrate when a critical reading has been reached. You can also see a reading trend through the graph, or switch to the compass mode to find the direction at which the current is coming from! You can also record the readings to a .csv file for tracking or research.   ===How to use this app?=== Very simple, just move the app around and read the measurements, if the magnetic field readings go over a critical level, the phone will vibrate, meaning a ferromagnetic material is nearby. If the readings aren't getting updated, make sure your phone is equipped with a magnetometer. If the readings seems to be off, it means that your sensors needs to be re-calibrated, click the re-calibration button (refresh icon) for instructions. ===REVIEWS=== Metal Sniffer: Leveraging your Android’s magnetic sensors to search for metal: http://www.androidauthority.com/metal-sniffer-app-review-94472/ Metal Sniffer Brings Polished Metal Detection to Android: http://www.xda-developers.com/android/metal-sniffer-brings-polished-metal-detection-to-android/ Metal Sniffer Is Hands Down The Best Metal Detector App For Android: http://www.redmondpie.com/metal-sniffer-is-hands-down-the-best-metal-detector-app-for-android/ More video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J-mjMuIHhrU If you like the app, please take the time to rate it & share! ===Features=== -Fun Metal Detector -Displays the x,y,z components of the magnetic field. -Works through walls! Detect hidden electrical wires. -4 Sensor speeds and 3 different units. -Export the data to a CSV file, make cool charts. -Compass-like arrow to point out the direction of the source of the magnetic field -Vibration alarm -Free (Ads can be disabled in the settings) -Option to force screen on to prevent screen from closing -A historical chart -Optimized for Ice Cream Sandwich/Holo theme -Russian, Spanish and Dutch translations -Tutorial (only on Android 4.0+) when app is first launched. ===Notes=== -Works on 2.1 and up! -Other languages coming soon. ===Permissions=== VIBRATE Used for vibration when level has reached a set threshold. WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE Used to save .csv records to SD card. INTERNET/ ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE AdMob ads. Bugs? Please e-mail me by clicking the link below.

Version history

2 versions are listed, going back to v0.7.3. Since v0.7.4 it requires Android 3.0+.

All 2 versions

Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

  • Signature matches the Google Play version Checked by the source store on Jan 27, 2015.
  • Certificate issued to “PBJ Breaktime” This is the certificate of the Google Play version.
  • Same certificate as the other version checked

Store checks and file details

  • Developer signature verified Jan 27, 2015
  • Validated against Google Play Jan 27, 2015
  • Antivirus scan passed Sep 2, 2020
  • Signed byCN=Yu Chen Hou, O=PBJ Breaktime, L=Brossard, ST=Quebec, C=CA
  • Signing certificate (SHA-1)F9:81:3E:FC:83:94:1F:E9:25:05:B3:11:86:D1:42:E1:82:08:8C:52
  • File MD505ee25a64dd4383c6269475108221690
  • Uploaded by “apps” Platinum tier · 3,423,810 followers · uploading since 2010

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Permissions (4)

Metal Sniffer: Metal Detector requests 4 permissions, 1 of them sensitive.

Required hardware & features

Metal Sniffer: Metal Detector APK: questions and answers

Is there a version of Metal Sniffer: Metal Detector for older Android phones?

The current version needs Android 3.0 or later. Version 0.7.3 is the newest listed build that installs on Android 2.1 and later. It is an old build: apps that rely on online services may no longer connect when they are this old. Get version 0.7.3 · All versions

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Yes, if your installed copy is older. It is signed like the Google Play version, so Android installs it as an update and keeps your data.

Is the Metal Sniffer: Metal Detector APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. Its signature matches the Google Play version. It is signed with the same certificate as the other version checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is 05ee25a64dd4383c6269475108221690.

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