Reviews of Link123 Plus

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List of user reviews and ratings for Link123 Plus

Total ratings

1.84 (Rating count: 150)

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Review summary

Users report that Link123 Plus enables basic camera control and photo transfer via Bluetooth and WiFi on supported devices. However, many experience frequent app crashes, connection failures, and a cumbersome multi-step connection process requiring Bluetooth, WiFi, and location enabled. Compatibility issues with newer Android versions often prevent connection, making the app unreliable. Limited control options and lack of updates exacerbate user frustration, especially since the app is essential for certain camera models. While some older devices work well, the overall experience is inconsistent and frustrating for many users.

Pros

Allows control of some camera settings such as ISO and exposure.
Supports connectivity via Bluetooth and WiFi to Minolta cameras.
Can transfer photos from camera to phone or tablet when connection succeeds.
Works well on some older phones and specific Android versions.
Enables remote camera control including Bluetooth shutter functionality when operational.

Cons

App frequently crashes or fails to open, especially after Android updates.
Connection process is complicated and requires multiple steps including enabling Bluetooth, WiFi, and location services.
Compatibility issues with newer Android versions lead to non-functioning Bluetooth or WiFi connections.
Limited camera control features; missing shutter speed and aperture control.
Lack of timely updates leaves app incompatible with newer phones and Android versions, causing frustration.

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User Reviews

Recent rating average: 2.20

All time rating average: 1.84

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55% (11)

Date	Author	Comment
2023-06-23	Cr*****	Not bad with MN35Z. Had to reset settings on phone then was able to get wifi connected. Ensure you have bluetooth, wifi and location enabled on phone as they are required for some android versions to connect.
Not bad with MN35Z. Had to reset settings on phone then was able to get wifi connected. Ensure you have bluetooth, wifi and location enabled on phone as they are required for some android versions to connect.
2022-07-06	Do*****	I gave the app one star because your app is in serious need of updating in order to keep up with Android releases! Minolta requires your app to connect my camera to my Android phone. My last phone update in June, 2022, disabled the camera's bluetooth connection via the app. It will not reconnect. I am able to get pictures via USB cable (the old-school method) to my laptop, but that is not always convenient. UPDATE YOUR APP!!!
I gave the app one star because your app is in serious need of updating in order to keep up with Android releases! Minolta requires your app to connect my camera to my Android phone. My last phone update in June, 2022, disabled the camera's bluetooth connection via the app. It will not reconnect. I am able to get pictures via USB cable (the old-school method) to my laptop, but that is not always convenient. UPDATE YOUR APP!!!
2021-09-03	J.*****	I can't believe how many hoops I have to jump through to connect to my camera every time I launch the app. I now have 2 Bluetooth shutter remotes and neither work with this app, although both work with my phone's camera apps. If this wasn't the only app I can use with my Minolta mirrorless camera I'd throw the app away, but I'm locked into using this PITA unless I change cameras.
I can't believe how many hoops I have to jump through to connect to my camera every time I launch the app. I now have 2 Bluetooth shutter remotes and neither work with this app, although both work with my phone's camera apps. If this wasn't the only app I can use with my Minolta mirrorless camera I'd throw the app away, but I'm locked into using this PITA unless I change cameras.
2021-08-02	Sa*****	The May 19, 2021 update works flawlessly with my LG Stylo 5 Android 11 & Minolta MN35Z. Full control over all of the camera's settings with no hang ups or crashes. There is about a 1sec delay btw the camera & phone. Images may look blurry on phone but show in focus once pic is taken. The app will prompt you to: 1) Connect to camera via Bluetooth to enable camera's WiFi 2) On Bluetooth screen select camera to enable camera's Wifi 3) Open phone's WiFi list & connect to camera 4) Enter app & enjoy
The May 19, 2021 update works flawlessly with my LG Stylo 5 Android 11 & Minolta MN35Z. Full control over all of the camera's settings with no hang ups or crashes. There is about a 1sec delay btw the camera & phone. Images may look blurry on phone but show in focus once pic is taken. The app will prompt you to: 1) Connect to camera via Bluetooth to enable camera's WiFi 2) On Bluetooth screen select camera to enable camera's Wifi 3) Open phone's WiFi list & connect to camera 4) Enter app & enjoy
2021-07-09	Ha*****	It connects with Bluetooth but app refuses to run. Put app on my old phone...same thing. I'm returning the camera because I purchased it to have remote access. Access isn't available without a working app.
It connects with Bluetooth but app refuses to run. Put app on my old phone...same thing. I'm returning the camera because I purchased it to have remote access. Access isn't available without a working app.
2021-06-05	Ta*****	I think it's major glitch in the matrix system with this app. I have to: 1. unpair it from my bluetooth 2. then pair it to my bluetooth 3. Once I see the phone trying to connect to the camera. 4. Go to my wifi settings, and select the camera. 5. Then go to the app, it connects and will work.
I think it's major glitch in the matrix system with this app. I have to: 1. unpair it from my bluetooth 2. then pair it to my bluetooth 3. Once I see the phone trying to connect to the camera. 4. Go to my wifi settings, and select the camera. 5. Then go to the app, it connects and will work.
2021-02-19	Ca*****	App worked for all of 2 weeks before it stopped working. Now it just crashes as soon as you try to open it. Definitely do not recommend this app to anyone. It will take up space on your device and won't work at all.
App worked for all of 2 weeks before it stopped working. Now it just crashes as soon as you try to open it. Definitely do not recommend this app to anyone. It will take up space on your device and won't work at all.
2021-02-17	No*****	I give it 3 because it's does work good. For some reason you need to have location on to connect. The app is very limited on what you can do. You can set iso, some exposure but not shutter speed or aperture. I would have giving 5 stars if the full potential of the camera could be controlled by app.
I give it 3 because it's does work good. For some reason you need to have location on to connect. The app is very limited on what you can do. You can set iso, some exposure but not shutter speed or aperture. I would have giving 5 stars if the full potential of the camera could be controlled by app.
2021-01-24	Pa*****	Keeps stopping will not open. Using pixel 4a5g with latest Android. Bloody pain when I am traveling and do not have the USB converter to attach usb to my phone.
Keeps stopping will not open. Using pixel 4a5g with latest Android. Bloody pain when I am traveling and do not have the USB converter to attach usb to my phone.
2020-08-12	me*****	Not connecting - waiting for mobile phone connection. Can't select camera on phone to enter wifi password but it says paired on my phone and when I hit ok on the app it tells me that it was interrupted. Nothing is wrong with my wifi at all.
Not connecting - waiting for mobile phone connection. Can't select camera on phone to enter wifi password but it says paired on my phone and when I hit ok on the app it tells me that it was interrupted. Nothing is wrong with my wifi at all.