# MA Remote

> App for MATRIX audio devices.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.matrix\_digi.ma\_remote](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.matrix_digi.ma_remote)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.matrix_digi.ma_remote`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Matrix Electronic Technology Co., Ltd.
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 12,612
- **Rating:** 3.19 / 5 (156 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.2.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-22
- **First published:** 2019-04-10
- **Publisher country:** CN
- **Size:** 105 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-25
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.matrix_digi.ma_remote)
- **Website:** [https://matrix-digi.com](https://matrix-digi.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.matrix-digi.com/app/Terms/TermsofUse\_EN\_2026.html](https://www.matrix-digi.com/app/Terms/TermsofUse_EN_2026.html)

## Description

"MA Remote" is a companion app for Matrix music streamers, enabling users to browse music files from local and network storage, control playback, manage playlists, and stream high-resolution music from TIDAL and Qobuz. It allows for seamless management of multiple Matrix devices, real-time playback status through Roon, and firmware updates, all within a single intuitive interface.

## Rankings

- #519,546 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FLASHLIGHT`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_CLIPBOARD`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.REORDER_TASKS`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_OVERLAY_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.matrix_digi.ma_remote.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.matrix_digi.ma_remote.WNS_PUSH_BROADCAST`

## Review summary

Users give MA Remote for Android mixed reviews. Many praise it as a solid app with ongoing improvements and a generally positive reception, and some note an intuitive interface. However, there are widespread reliability problems: frequent crashes and instability after updates, persistent connection issues to DACs and streaming services, and specific problems with Qobuz and Tidal such as poor search, limited playlists, and favorites not saving. Update-related regressions and broken features are a recurring frustration. Overall, the app has potential but reliability issues hinder a smooth experience.

### Pros

- Solid app with generally positive reception
- Active development and noticeable improvements over time
- Intuitive/easy-to-use interface

### Cons

- Frequent crashes and stability issues
- Connectivity problems and frequent disconnections to DAC/Tidal
- Qobuz/Tidal streaming issues including poor search functionality and playlist limitations
- Favorites cannot be saved or managed properly
- Update-related regressions and broken features

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