VMware Horizon Client

Provides access to VMware Horizon virtual desktops and hosted applications.

VMware, Inc. · com.vmware.view.client.android

4.5 out of 5 (4 ratings) 1M+ downloads v8.13.1 15.4 MB Android 8.0+ PEGI 3 · Everyone

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At a glance

Latest version: v8.13.1 (1241220092)
Updated: Dec 24, 2024 (1 year ago)
APK size: 15.4 MB
Requires: Android 8.0+ (API 26)
CPU support: ARM 64-bit
Category: Business (app)
Listed since: Apr 7, 2021 (at least)
Permissions: 22 (8 sensitive)
Developer contact: [email protected]
Privacy: Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

VMware Horizon Client is an app by VMware, Inc. in the Business category, listed since at least April 2021. It includes native code only for ARM 64-bit, so it won't install on phones that can only run 32-bit apps.

Since version 8.12.0, the minimum Android version rose from 7.0 to 8.0. It asks for 22 permissions, 8 of them sensitive, including precise location, camera and record audio. Compared with version 8.12.0, it adds 1 new permission: “Show notifications”.

What's new in v8.13.1

The VMware Horizon Client has been updated to support Android SDK 34, ensuring compatibility with the latest Android versions. A seamless data migration feature has been introduced, allowing users to transfer their data from the VMware Android Horizon Client to the Omnissa Android Horizon Client effortlessly, ensuring no data loss during the switch.

Description

From the listing uploaded by “appupdater”.

VMware Horizon Client for Android makes it easy to work on your VMware Horizon virtual desktop and hosted applications from your Android phone or tablet, giving you on-the-go access from any location. IMPORTANT NOTE: A VMware Horizon virtual desktop or hosted application is required to use the VMware Horizon Client for Android. Contact your IT department for further assistance. This app uses the Device Administrator permission. FEATURES: ENHANCED USER EXPERIENCE The VMware Blast Extreme protocol used with Horizon 7 is designed and optimized for mobile users. Blast Extreme leverages H.264 hardware decoding to deliver the best remote experience while reducing power consumption. LEAVE THE DESKTOP BEHIND WITH HOSTED APPLICATIONS VMware Horizon 6 and later supports hosted applications in addition to virtual desktops. With hosted applications, leave the desktop behind and run applications like local Android apps. BEST OF BOTH WORLDS Unity Touch bridges the gap between your touch screen and your Windows applications. With Unity Touch, you can easily browse, search, and open Windows applications & files, choose favorite applications and files, and switch between running applications all without the Start Menu or Task Bar. UNMATCHED PERFORMANCE The adaptive capabilities of the Blast Extreme and PCoIP display protocol make your virtual desktop fast and responsive regardless of whether you are connecting over your corporate WiFi network or over cellular connection at a local café. SECURE FROM ANY LOCATION Whether you’re at your desk or away from the office, you’re always secure with VMware Horizon. Leverage smart card authentication with the Biometric Associates baiMobile smart card readers. Use the newly integrated RSA soft token for simpler access. NOTE REGARDING APPLICATION PERMISSIONS: When you install the VMware Horizon Client, you will be prompted to allow the app to read phone status and identity. These permissions are due to the integrated RSA SDK and the RSA soft token feature. For security purposes, the RSA SDK requires access to the phone state, device's network state and Wi-Fi state in order to verify the device's identity. For more information, refer to RSA FAQ: http://www.rsa.com/android/help120.htm EULA http://www.vmware.com/download/eula/

Version history

2 versions are listed, going back to v8.12.0. Since v8.13.1 it requires Android 8.0+.

v8.13.1 LATEST Dec 24, 2024 15.4 MB TRUSTED v8.12.0 Jun 8, 2024 15.4 MB TRUSTED

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Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

Certificate issued to “VMware, Inc.” The developer's name — though anyone can put any name in a certificate.
Same certificate as the other version checked

Store checks and file details

Developer signature not checked yet Dec 24, 2024
Signed byCN="VMware, Inc.", OU=R&D, O="VMware, Inc.", L=Palo Alto, ST=California, C=US
Signing certificate (SHA-1)AC:00:FB:37:E9:F7:DA:57:11:AB:E5:C7:25:94:4C:A7:5E:E3:66:64
File MD5b4de1788ae1895ab042670d4e260a9c2
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Permissions (22)

VMware Horizon Client requests 22 permissions, 8 of them sensitive.

Access all files Sensitive android.permission.MANAGE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Access media location Sensitive android.permission.ACCESS_MEDIA_LOCATION
Approximate location Sensitive android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
Camera Sensitive android.permission.CAMERA
Modify shared storage Sensitive android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Precise location Sensitive android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION
Read phone status and identity Sensitive android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE
Record audio (microphone) Sensitive android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO
Add home-screen shortcuts com.android.launcher.permission.INSTALL_SHORTCUT
Control vibration android.permission.VIBRATE
Full network access android.permission.INTERNET
Internal broadcast protection (app-defined) com.vmware.view.client.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
Prevent the device from sleeping android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
Receive user present android.permission.RECEIVE_USER_PRESENT
Request password complexity android.permission.REQUEST_PASSWORD_COMPLEXITY
Run at startup android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED
Run foreground services android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
Send internal broadcast (custom) com.vmware.view.client.android.SEND_INTERNAL_BROADCAST
Show notifications android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS
Use fingerprint hardware android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT
View Wi-Fi connections android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE
View network connections android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE

Required hardware & features

Location android.hardware.location
Wi-Fi android.hardware.wifi

VMware Horizon Client APK: questions and answers

Is there a version of VMware Horizon Client for older Android phones?

The current version needs Android 8.0 or later. Version 8.12.0 is the newest listed build that installs on Android 7.0 and later. It is an old build: apps that rely on online services may no longer connect when they are this old. Get version 8.12.0 · All versions

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 VMware Horizon Client APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. It is signed with the same certificate as the other version checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is b4de1788ae1895ab042670d4e260a9c2.