Cisco Phone Controller

Embeds a Remote Phone Control App on the Phone's Web Page

The Cisco Phone Controller Chrome extension empowers Cisco Collaboration Administrators by embedding a remote phone control app directly on the Cisco phone's internal web page. After enabling the phone’s "Web Access" and assigning the phone to your controlled devices list, you can visit the phone's IP using Firefox and seamlessly control the device via an intuitive interface.

Features include pressing keypad buttons to navigate menus, using command buttons for volume and navigation, dialing numbers remotely, scripting keypress actions, and interacting with the phone screenshot to activate lines and softkeys. The extension renders live phone screenshots and authenticates via HTTP Basic Authentication, ensuring secure and authorized remote control. Although support varies by phone model, this tool simplifies troubleshooting and managing Cisco phones from your browser.

For further details, source code, and compatibility, visit the GitHub repository or consult Cisco's official documentation.

Manifest V2
By:
Anthony Holloway
Daily users:
560 12
Rating:
4.92
(13)
Version:
1.7 Last updated: 2020-12-19
Version code:
5152769
Creation date:
2019-02-26
Risk:
Moderate risk impact Low risk likelihood
Size:
44.16K
Email:
av*****@gmail.com
URLs:
Website
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Firefox Browser Add-ons
Updated:
a day ago

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Cisco Phone Controller (v1.7)
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User reviews

Users find the Cisco Phone Controller add-on highly useful and easy to set up, particularly with the latest Firefox versions. It is praised for being a great free tool for remote controlling Cisco phones, appreciated within the community. However, multiple reviews mention issues with inconsistent screen loading and display problems. Some report compatibility difficulties on Windows 10 and older browsers. Proper Authentication URL configuration is important, especially in lab environments, to ensure smooth operation.
Pros
  • Works well with Firefox version 111.0 (64-bit).
  • Easy and quick to set up and use.
  • Highly appreciated by users; considered fantastic and impressive.
  • Useful for the Cisco community and lab environments.
  • Free alternative to commercial phone remote control software.
Cons
  • Inconsistent screen loading; sometimes the screen loads, other times it doesn't.
  • Compatibility issues with certain Windows 10 configurations and older Firefox or Chrome versions.
  • Screen image or display issues reported by multiple users.
  • Requires correct Authentication URL configuration for lab setups to function properly.
Recent reviews


This add-on is still working fantastically in version 111.0 (64-bit). Thanks for all your hard work!
by Rob Gartley, 2023-03-20
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Cisco Phone Controller requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood

Cisco Phone Controller has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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