# AK Connect 2.0 (DLNA,UPnP,AK)

> The AK Connect is a DLNA-based Control APP

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.iriver.akconnect](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.iriver.akconnect)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.iriver.akconnect`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** IRIVER LIMITED
- **Category:** MUSIC\_AND\_AUDIO
- **Downloads:** 39,072
- **Rating:** 3.70 / 5 (276 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.2.0
- **Last updated:** 2021-08-31
- **First published:** 2017-03-07
- **Data as of:** 2025-03-04
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iriver.akconnect)
- **Website:** [http://www.iriver.com](http://www.iriver.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.astellnkern.com/legal\_notice.jsp](https://www.astellnkern.com/legal_notice.jsp)

## Description

AK Connect 2.0 (DLNA,UPnP,AK) is a DLNA-based control app designed for Astell&Kern devices, allowing playback of music from NAS and PC, as well as streaming services like TIDAL. It features an improved user interface and essential controls for music playback, playlist editing, and device selection for sound output. Enjoy seamless streaming and control over your music library with enhanced networking capabilities.

## Review summary

### Pros

- Works great for remote controlling AK devices and playing music from various sources
- Excellent sound quality playback on high-end devices
- Easy to use for some users

### Cons

- Poor user interface and navigation
- Issues with connection stability and reliability
- Lack of support for popular streaming services like Spotify and Qobuz

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