# Portacapture Control

> Dedicated app for Portacapture X8 that allows for flexible remote control.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.qtproject.example.PortacaptureControl](https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.qtproject.example.PortacaptureControl)

## Overview

- **ID:** `org.qtproject.example.PortacaptureControl`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** TEAC CORPORATION
- **Category:** MUSIC\_AND\_AUDIO
- **Downloads:** 11,561
- **Rating:** 2.77 / 5 (87 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.0.0
- **Last updated:** 2024-09-12
- **First published:** 2021-11-14
- **Publisher country:** JP
- **Size:** 17 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.qtproject.example.PortacaptureControl)
- **Website:** [https://teac-global.com](https://teac-global.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://tascam.jp/int/privacypolicy](https://tascam.jp/int/privacypolicy)

## Description

"Portacapture Control" is a dedicated Android app providing the same user interface as the Portacapture X8 touch panel, allowing flexible remote control. It includes features such as REC start/stop, gain adjustment, and mixer control, as well as real-time information on input levels, recording progress, battery status, and various effect settings. Note that the AK-BT1 Bluetooth adapter is required for operation, and direct audio monitoring is not supported within the app.

## Rankings

- #534,243 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADVERTISE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`

## Review summary

Overall, users find it functional when it connects and value Android support, but persistent Bluetooth instability, privacy concerns around location/clipboard access, and occasional crashes—especially after updates or on newer Android versions—undermine reliability for wireless control. Connectivity issues on devices like Pixel are a common theme.

### Pros

- App generally works and does what you need when it connects.
- Bluetooth control features are usable and function for wireless control.
- Android compatibility is appreciated, with reports of long-term usability (years).

### Cons

- Unstable Bluetooth connections and frequent drops; some devices (e.g., Pixel) have trouble connecting; issues persist across updates.
- Requires location services to connect, raising privacy concerns (clipboard access/privacy).
- Crashes or instability after updates/Android 14; disconnects when the app is minimized; long connection times.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.qtproject.example.PortacaptureControl)