Jabra ChromeHost (Chrome Extension)

Jabra ChromeHost (Chrome Extension)

Enables device integration in compatible web applications for Jabra devices such as headsets or speakerphones.

What is Jabra ChromeHost (Chrome Extension)?
Jabra ChromeHost (Chrome Extension) is a tool that allows users to operate web applications via hardware button presses on Jabra devices. It works with web applications integrated with the 'Jabra SDK Library for Browser', and requires the 'Jabra ChromeHost' to be installed on the user's operating system. It is compatible with browsers such as Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge.
Merlin
Stats
Users: 80,000+
Rating: 2.94 (18)
Version: 2.3.0 (Last updated: 2023-01-25)
Creation date: 2019-05-28
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • nativeMessaging
Size: 16.24K
URLs: Website
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Merlin
Summary

Device integration allows you to operate a web application via hardware button presses on your device. Common web applications are for example browser-based UC Clients.

★ Web application requirements:

  • integrated with "Jabra SDK Library for Browser"

★ Web client requirements:

  • installed "Jabra ChromeHost" on Windows or macOS operating system
  • uses either Google Chrome browser or Microsoft Edge to access the web application
  • installed "Jabra ChromeHost (Chrome Extension)" in the browser

★ Download of "Jabra ChromeHost" for the operating system:

  • developer.jabra.com/site/global/sdk/browser
User reviews
User reviews summary
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works well with direct pairing on a MacBook
  • Sound and mic work well
  • Can be used as a developer tool
Cons
  • Does not open on Chrome for some users
  • Can't answer phone calls using headset on Chrome OS
  • Incompatible with 3CX software
  • Doesn't offer much control over Jabra headphones
  • Lack of instructions on how to use
  • Issues with chrome.exe pop up even when disabled
Most mentioned
  • Incompatibility with 3CX
  • Confusion over purpose of extension
  • Lack of control and options
  • Lack of usage instructions
  • Problems opening application
Recent reviews
This wont even open. using Chrome, only downloaded for 3cx. Garbageeeee
by Spencer Carver Spencer Carver, 2023-10-18

I'm not able to answer a phonecall by tapping on the headset. ChromeOS 96.0.4664.25
by Franz Pilz Franz Pilz, 2021-11-03

Found this extension while trying to get my wireless headset to work with chrome browser. Tried using Jabra Link 370 - but didn't work. Instead did direct pairing with my machine (MacBook) and this extension somehow just magically works - both sound and mic works well.
by Redzuan Abdul Rahim Redzuan Abdul Rahim, 2021-09-15
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Safety
Risk impact

Jabra ChromeHost (Chrome Extension) may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing.

Risk likelihood

Jabra ChromeHost (Chrome Extension) is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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