# AirReceiver AirPlay Cast DLNA

> All in one multi protocols stream receiver for AirPlay, Cast and DLNA.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.softmedia.receiver](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.softmedia.receiver)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.softmedia.receiver`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** softmedia
- **Category:** VIDEO\_PLAYERS
- **Downloads:** 129,485
- **Rating:** 3.74 / 5 (813 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.1.7
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-06
- **First published:** 2013-04-02
- **Publisher country:** CN
- **Size:** 34 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.softmedia.receiver)
- **Website:** [http://cast.remotetogo.com](http://cast.remotetogo.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.remotetogo.com/privacy\_policy.txt](http://www.remotetogo.com/privacy_policy.txt)

## Description

AirReceiver is the ultimate all-in-one multi-protocol streaming receiver supporting AirPlay, Cast, Wireless Display, and DLNA. Easily stream screens, photos, music, and videos from your phones or laptops directly to your Android device, perfect for Android TVs and boxes. It runs seamlessly in the background, offering features like YouTube video support, audio sync across devices, AirMirror for top-tier AirPlay mirroring, and full compatibility with iOS16.

This extension also supports slideshow features, integrates with AirParrot for PC screen mirroring on Android tablets, and can be configured with custom network names. For Windows users, AirSender software enables effortless screen mirroring. Note that running AirMirror requires a powerful device (1GHz CPU with dual cores recommended) and other AirPlay apps should be disabled to avoid port conflicts. Enjoy smooth multi-device streaming with AirReceiver, backed by a 7-day refund policy for your satisfaction.

## Rankings

- #196,233 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VIDEO`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`

## Review summary

Users generally praise AirReceiver for enabling a useful second-screen/airplay experience with low latency and broad device compatibility. However, recurring issues include DRM/content restrictions (Netflix/Spotify), incomplete app support, and reliability problems (crashes, dropped connections). Some users also note missing AirPlay 2 support and limited playback controls. Overall, it works well for many Mac/Nvidia Shield setups but reliability and DRM-related limitations are common drawbacks. UI freshness is occasionally requested as a lower-priority improvement.

### Pros

- Turns Android devices into a usable second screen/monitor via AirPlay/DLNA with generally reliable casting.
- Low-latency screen mirroring and stable performance for setups like Mac and Nvidia Shield.
- Easy-to-use interface that supports quick casting across a range of devices.
- Broad compatibility enabling use with Mac, Android devices, and TVs for casting and second-screen use.

### Cons

- DRM-protected content (Netflix, Spotify, etc.) is not supported for casting.
- Not all apps cast or play correctly; some apps fail to cast or don’t play content after casting.
- Reliability issues such as crashes, random interruptions, and connections dropping after updates.
- Missing AirPlay 2 support and some basic playback controls (e.g., limited fast-forward/rewind).

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