URC HomeSet

Universal Remote Control, Inc · com.urc.hsandroid

Not rated yet 100+ downloads v1.0.2017.06131 45.7 MB Android 3.0+ PEGI 3 · Everyone

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At a glance

Latest version: v1.0.2017.06131 (101706131)
Updated: Oct 10, 2020 (6 years ago)
APK size: 45.7 MB
Requires: Android 3.0+ (API 11)
CPU support: ARM (legacy)
Category: Lifestyle (app)
Permissions: 13 (4 sensitive)
Website: homesethome.com/support-manuals
Developer contact: [email protected]
Privacy: Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

URC HomeSet is an app by Universal Remote Control, Inc in the Lifestyle category. It includes native code only for ARM (legacy), so it won't run on 64-bit-only phones such as recent Pixels.

It asks for 13 permissions, 4 of them sensitive, including read shared storage, display over other apps and modify shared storage.

What's new in v1.0.2017.06131

Alpha version 06131

Description

From the listing uploaded by “split-store”.

The HomeSet™ mobile app for Android™ devices sets URC® HomeSet apart from other home control systems. One touch of an icon on your smartphone or tablet enables control of your entertainment plus smart home devices. Check your security system, turn on pre-set lights, start the music and settle into family movie night in a way you never thought possible. The HomeSet app works with the URC HomeSet system. The app is requires the HomeSet C100 or other compatible control hub for operation. HomeSet systems are installed and maintained by a network of trained home security and integration professionals. This app is also available for iOS devices. A unique “app launching” feature lets you launch any of eight other apps from a scrolling ribbon. Incorporate almost any app – including the native app for smart devices. For example, if you already have a security app to control your home security system, you can add that native app to the ribbon. This allows you to retain the exact user experience that the device manufacturer intended. The HomeSet app is virtually limitless. Just about any new compatible product that comes along can be added and controlled within the app. The app can be installed on an unlimited number of smart devices, so every family member has access without additional expense. The HomeSet mobile app devices works with the HomeSet Control Hub for easy, handheld control and automation of electronic components in your home (audio/video and home entertainment plus devices such as lights, thermostats, security systems and more) to make life more enjoyable. This app is installed as part of a HomeSet system by your smart home professional.

Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

Certificate issued to “oshung” Not the developer's name (“Universal Remote Control, Inc”). Names in certificates can't be verified, so this alone proves nothing.

Store checks and file details

Developer signature verified Oct 10, 2020
Antivirus scan passed Jan 14, 2021
Signed byCN=oshung, OU=oshung, O=oshung
Signing certificate (SHA-1)CA:A7:E8:70:F9:73:B2:6F:E4:7F:AA:53:E1:B7:BA:8E:62:9D:61:AE
File MD56d088d57537254aa2ad81699b04b3e6b
Uploaded by “split-store” Gold tier · 24,358 followers · uploading since 2019

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Permissions (13)

URC HomeSet requests 13 permissions, 4 of them sensitive.

Display over other apps Sensitive android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW
Modify shared storage Sensitive android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Read shared storage Sensitive android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Write settings Sensitive android.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS
Change wifi multicast state android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE
Change wifi state android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE
Control vibration android.permission.VIBRATE
Disable keyguard android.permission.DISABLE_KEYGUARD
Full network access android.permission.INTERNET
Get tasks android.permission.GET_TASKS
Prevent the device from sleeping android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
View Wi-Fi connections android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE
View network connections android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE

Required hardware & features

Basic touch input android.hardware.faketouch
Wi-Fi android.hardware.wifi

URC HomeSet APK: questions and answers

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

Only if it is signed with the same certificate as the copy on your phone and isn't an older version. If Android says “App not installed”, the certificates differ; uninstalling your copy first works but deletes its data unless it is backed up.

Is the URC HomeSet APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is 6d088d57537254aa2ad81699b04b3e6b.