# Virtual App

> This App is used in conjunction with the Virtual Plugin

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/byowls.virtualapp](https://chrome-stats.com/d/byowls.virtualapp)

## Overview

- **ID:** `byowls.virtualapp`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** ByOwls
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 11,334
- **Rating:** 5.00 / 5 (36 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.5
- **Last updated:** 2025-12-17
- **First published:** 2019-08-19
- **Publisher country:** UA
- **Size:** 22 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=byowls.virtualapp)
- **Website:** [https://byowls.com/virtual-camera-virtual-joystick/](https://byowls.com/virtual-camera-virtual-joystick/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://byowls.com/virtual-app-privacy-policy/](https://byowls.com/virtual-app-privacy-policy/)

## Description

"Virtual App" is an Android application designed to work with the Virtual Plugin to facilitate wireless data communication between devices and PCs. It enables users to control cameras and objects in a virtual production environment by broadcasting the position and rotation of their Android device using ARCore technology. This app transforms your device into a versatile virtual joystick and camera, making it an essential tool for designers and developers working on new game mechanics and 3D models.

## Rankings

- #540,052 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.NFC`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `byowls.virtualapp.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users value the Unreal Engine integration and potential of the app and show willingness to buy, but report repeated connection issues, firewall problems, licensing prompts, and missing UE5 support. Device compatibility may also vary. Overall, promising but reliability and compatibility require improvements.

### Pros

- Positive reception and willingness to purchase the full version.
- App is integrated with Unreal Engine and available in Unreal Market.
- Some users report that connectivity becomes possible after network adjustments, indicating potential reliability with proper setup.
- Overall positive feedback like 'Nice App', 'Great app', 'Really great work'.

### Cons

- Frequent connection/setup difficulties (finding IP/host, white screen on startup).
- Firewall blocks connectivity in some setups; users need to disable firewall to get it working.
- Licensing/compatibility prompts ('please buy or update the Virtual Plugin') causing crashes or confusion.
- Lack of Unreal Engine 5 compatibility updates; requests for UE5 support.
- Device/AR compatibility concerns on certain smartphones (e.g., Mi 9T).

## Similar extensions and apps

- [Virtual Wayz](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.MatterSoftwareltd.VirtualWayz) — 9 users
- [ARC Virtual Reality Viewer](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ezrobot.virtualrealityrobot) — 717 users
- [Unreal VCam](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.epicgames.live_link_vcam) — 29,033 users, 4.27 / 5
- [App2VR: Turn 2D Apps into VR](https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.xq.screenplayer) — 2,980 users
- [Virtual Gamepad](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.codex.virtualgamepad) — 1,320 users
- [VS Cam Track](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.VuTechnologies.VSCamTrack) — 203 users
- [VisionARi Viewer](https://chrome-stats.com/d/app.visionari.https) — 128 users
- [PlayerCast VR](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.playercast.app) — 23 users
- [VIEWAR](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.viewar.sdk) — 6,541 users
- [Virtual Worlds AR](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.logicom.lcsarkit2) — 108 users
- [Portar](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.portar) — 134 users
- [Virtetic Companion](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.virtetic.companion) — 10 users

---

Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/byowls.virtualapp)