Reviews of TCPUART transparent Bridge

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List of user reviews and ratings for TCPUART transparent Bridge

Total ratings

4.67 (Rating count: 94)

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Review summary

Users appreciate the TCPUART transparent Bridge app as a functional and reliable TCP-to-serial bridge for various Android-compatible devices, including radio hotspots and embedded peripherals. It is praised for its unique capabilities and usefulness in diagnostics and network interfacing. However, multiple users report significant battery drain due to background operation, issues with IPv6 server support, and unintended server shutdowns after a few minutes. The app also lacks a simple exit option and automatic reconnection features. Despite these drawbacks, it remains a valuable tool for niche applications requiring USB serial bridging on Android.

Pros

Provides a handy and useful TCP socket bridge to USB serial devices on Android.
Works well with various hardware like Proxmark3 and DMR radios for specialized applications.
Enables access to embedded devices and peripherals via network functions like netcat or telnet.
Supports use cases such as remote diagnostics, radio hotspot interfacing, and modem connections.
Functions as advertised and is considered the only reliable app in its category by some users.

Cons

Consumes significant battery power when running in the background due to lack of an easy exit or stop option.
Has issues with IPv6 support where it either does not work or is not recognized as a server.
Automatically stops the server after a short time (around 5 minutes), which frustrates users and interrupts functionality.
Needs improvements to better survive background operation without draining battery or being killed by the system.
Lacks features like automatic reconnection upon disconnection which users desire for smoother usability.

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