SKF Pulse

Monitor vibration data on rotating equipment to predict machinery issues.

SKF · com.skf.pulse.release

Not rated yet 10K+ downloads v1.17.1 83.6 MB Android 8.0+ PEGI 3 · Everyone

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At a glance

Latest version: v1.17.1 (298)
Updated: Nov 20, 2025 (11 months ago)
APK size: 83.6 MB
Requires: Android 8.0+ (API 26)
CPU support: x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM (legacy), ARM 32-bit, ARM 64-bit, MIPS, MIPS 64-bit
Category: Business (app)
Listed since: Mar 26, 2021 (at least)
Permissions: 20 (9 sensitive)
Developer contact: [email protected]
Privacy: Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

SKF Pulse is an app by SKF in the Business category, listed since at least March 2021. It includes native code for x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM (legacy), ARM 32-bit, ARM 64-bit, MIPS and MIPS 64-bit, so it runs on practically every phone.

It asks for 20 permissions, 9 of them sensitive, including precise location, camera and record audio. It asks for the same permissions as version 1.16.7. The app can read the advertising ID that ad and analytics services use.

What's new in v1.17.1

App improvements: • Bug fixes & improvements Rate the app and let us know how you like SKF Pulse! We update SKF Pulse frequently to improve functionality, and we value feedback from our users. If you have a question or recommendation, please let us know at [email protected].

Description

From the listing uploaded by “appupdater”.

The SKF Pulse portable, Bluetooth™ sensor and free mobile app help you predict machinery issues before operations are impacted. Monitor vibration and temperature data on your rotating equipment, without the need for training or diagnostic expertise. The sensor acts as a smart vibe pen, transmitting data wirelessly to the app to provide instant machine diagnostics and the ability to store and share data for further analysis. Tap into decades of SKF predictive maintenance and rotating machinery analysis expertise through SKF Rotating Equipment Performance Centers, dedicated to improving your operation and finding solutions for every performance challenge. When advanced support is needed, connect directly with SKF experts through SKF Pulse Checks. Request a Pulse Check through the mobile app and SKF experts analyze the machine data and respond with recommended corrective actions as required. SKF Pulse Android is compatible for use with the following devices: • Samsung Galaxy J4 phone – Android 8.0 OreoTM OS • Samsung Galaxy S8 phone (curved edge) – Android 9.0 PieTM OS • Samsung Galaxy Tab S5E – Android 9.0 PieTM OS Performance on other devices may not be optimized.

Version history

3 versions are listed, going back to v1.16.6.

v1.17.1 LATEST Nov 20, 2025 83.6 MB TRUSTED v1.16.7 Apr 4, 2024 83.6 MB TRUSTED v1.16.6 Jan 23, 2024 83.6 MB TRUSTED

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Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

Signature matches the Google Play version Checked by the source store on Nov 20, 2025.
Certificate issued to “SKF” This is the certificate of the Google Play version.
Same certificate as the 2 other versions checked

Store checks and file details

Developer signature verified Nov 20, 2025
Validated against Google Play Nov 20, 2025
Signed byCN=Wolfgang Lindner, OU=SKF Sverige AB, O=SKF, L=G?teborg, C=SE
Signing certificate (SHA-1)18:B5:FB:81:04:DC:BC:06:00:71:0A:C7:66:F3:77:C7:5A:98:8D:13
File MD52498fcbecbc28b105b95c541ccfb1b33
Uploaded by “appupdater” Gold tier · 117,810 followers · uploading since 2020

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Permissions (20)

SKF Pulse requests 20 permissions, 9 of them sensitive.

Approximate location Sensitive android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
Bluetooth connect Sensitive android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT
Bluetooth scan Sensitive android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN
Camera Sensitive android.permission.CAMERA
Display over other apps Sensitive android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW
Modify shared storage Sensitive android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Precise location Sensitive android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION
Read shared storage Sensitive android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Record audio (microphone) Sensitive android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO
Advertising ID com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID
Bluetooth android.permission.BLUETOOTH
Bluetooth admin android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN
Change wifi state android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE
Full network access android.permission.INTERNET
Google Play install referrer com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE
Prevent the device from sleeping android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
Run at startup android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED
Run foreground services android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
View Wi-Fi connections android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE
View network connections android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE

Required hardware & features

Bluetooth android.hardware.bluetooth
Camera android.hardware.camera
Basic touch input android.hardware.faketouch
Location android.hardware.location
Microphone android.hardware.microphone
Portrait screen android.hardware.screen.portrait
Wi-Fi android.hardware.wifi

SKF Pulse APK: questions and answers

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 SKF Pulse 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 2 other versions checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is 2498fcbecbc28b105b95c541ccfb1b33.