# foolcontrol

> RED® DSMC® CAMERA remote control

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.foolcolor.foolcontrol](https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.foolcolor.foolcontrol)

## Overview

- **ID:** `net.foolcolor.foolcontrol`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** foolcolor
- **Category:** PHOTOGRAPHY
- **Downloads:** 11,074
- **Rating:** 4.14 / 5 (43 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.65
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-22
- **First published:** 2018-09-04
- **Publisher country:** FR
- **Size:** 6.43 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.foolcolor.foolcontrol)
- **Website:** [http://foolcolor.net](http://foolcolor.net/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.foolcolor.net/privacy-policy.html](http://www.foolcolor.net/privacy-policy.html)

## Description

**foolcontrol** is a dedicated Android app that offers comprehensive remote control over RED DIGITAL CINEMA DSMC™ cameras. It enables filmmakers and cinematographers to manage their camera settings wirelessly or via an RS232 wired connection, bringing advanced camera control conveniently to your mobile device.

Key features include real-time preview of recording status, format, and metadata; precise focus control with advanced circular focus discs; customizable look and IPP2 color adjustments; luma and RGB curve shaping for in-camera grading; playback functionality with timecode navigation; access to all camera menu buttons; customizable presets for quick recall of settings; and detailed slate metadata input including GPS tagging. 

The app works in view-only mode if unlicensed but unlocks full control for 1 to 2 years per license. foolcontrol is compatible with RED DSMC cameras and requires additional wireless accessories for older DSMC1 models. It is a valuable tool for professionals needing mobile, flexible, and detailed control over RED cinema cameras, streamlining on-set operations and enhancing creative control.

## Rankings

- #544,434 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `net.foolcolor.foolcontrol.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

### Pros

- Great app for camera control
- Very useful for users
- Long-awaited release
- Exciting to finally use it on Android

### Cons

- Connection issues leading to crashes
- Lack of multi-camera licensing options

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.foolcolor.foolcontrol)