FT8AF Android

FT8AF

By: K1AF App
Run FT8 from your phone — decode, transmit, and log QSOs with no computer needed

Overview

Features & Capabilities

FT8AF turns your Android phone or tablet into a complete FT8 station. Plug your radio in over USB, tap CQ, and work the world — no laptop required.

Decode every signal on the band in real time, transmit standard FT8 messages, and log contacts automatically. Whether you're operating portable from a summit, running a Field Day station, or just keeping it simple at home, FT8AF gives you everything you need in your pocket.

WHAT YOU NEED
• An HF radio with a data or USB port
• A USB OTG cable or USB audio interface
• An Android phone or tablet running Android 6.0+

SUPPORTED RADIOS
Works with most HF transceivers via USB CAT control, including Yaesu, Icom, Kenwood, Elecraft, and more. Also supports network radios like FlexRadio, Icom IP, and Xiegu X6100. Control modes include CAT, VOX, RTS, and DTR.

DECODE & TRANSMIT
• Real-time FT8 decoding with fast and deep decode modes
• Live waterfall and spectrum display with touch-to-tune
• CQ calling, directed calls, and free text messaging
• TX slot selection, TX watchdog, and auto-supervision
• Caller queue keeps you focused during an active QSO instead of chasing the loudest signal
• Auto-follow watches for stations you want to work

LOGBOOK
• Contacts are logged automatically when a QSO completes
• DXCC, CQ zone, and ITU zone tracking
• Band and distance statistics
• Import and export ADIF files
• Edit or delete log entries

LOGGING PLATFORM SYNC
• Upload QSOs to Cloudlog, Wavelog, QRZ.com, or Nextlog
• Per-contact sync status so you know what's been uploaded
• Test connection from Settings to verify your credentials

MAP & PSK REPORTER
• Interactive map showing where your contacts are
• PSK Reporter overlay shows where your signal is being received around the world
• Grid square and distance display for every decoded station

AUDIO & CONNECTIVITY
• USB audio devices and Bluetooth audio support
• Configurable sample rate and bit depth
• Auto-connect to your radio on USB plug-in

BUILT FOR OPERATORS
FT8AF is a modernized fork of FT8CN by BG7YOZ, rebuilt with a modern Compose UI, full English localization, and dozens of new features and bug fixes. Developed by K1AF and N0rC on a road trip to hamvention on I-70 at 70mph.

Open source under the MIT License.
https://github.com/patrickrb/FT8AF

User Growth & Download Statistics

App
By:
K1AF
Downloads:
72 10
Version:
0.147-dev.680 Last updated: 2026-06-18
Version code:
780
Creation date:
2026-06-18
Publisher country:
US US
Permissions:
  • android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
  • android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
  • android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO Very high risk
  • android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT Moderate risk
  • android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN Moderate risk
  • android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE Low risk
  • android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
  • android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS Low risk
  • android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS Low risk
  • android.permission.WAKE_LOCK Low risk
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Size:
13.11MB
Price:
3.5
Email:
bu*****@gmail.com
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Source:
Google Play Store
Data ingested on:
2026-07-29
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Contact the developer

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Developed by:
K1AF
Google Play Store
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=radio.ks3ckc.ft8af
Email:
bu*****@gmail.com

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