Helium Hotspot 5.0.7
Free Version
Publisher Description
The Helium Hotspot app is a secure, smartphone app for onboarding Helium Hotspots and running diagnostics.
Set up Hotspots in Minutes
Set up your Hotspot in minutes with Helium. Once you’ve linked your wallet, simply pair your Hotspot with the Helium app, connect to Wi-Fi, and specify your Hotspot location.
Manage one or many Hotspots
With the Helium Hotspot app it doesn’t matter if you need to manage one or many Hotspots, it can support dozens or even hundreds of Hotspots.
About Helium Hotspot
Helium Hotspot is a free app for Android published in the PIMS & Calendars list of apps, part of Business.
The company that develops Helium Hotspot is Helium Systems Inc. The latest version released by its developer is 5.0.7.
To install Helium Hotspot on your Android device, just click the green Continue To App button above to start the installation process. The app is listed on our website since 2024-03-08 and was downloaded 13 times. We have already checked if the download link is safe, however for your own protection we recommend that you scan the downloaded app with your antivirus. Your antivirus may detect the Helium Hotspot as malware as malware if the download link to com.helium.wallet is broken.
How to install Helium Hotspot on your Android device:
- Click on the Continue To App button on our website. This will redirect you to Google Play.
- Once the Helium Hotspot is shown in the Google Play listing of your Android device, you can start its download and installation. Tap on the Install button located below the search bar and to the right of the app icon.
- A pop-up window with the permissions required by Helium Hotspot will be shown. Click on Accept to continue the process.
- Helium Hotspot will be downloaded onto your device, displaying a progress. Once the download completes, the installation will start and you'll get a notification after the installation is finished.
Program Details
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| Publisher | Helium Systems Inc |
| Released Date | 2024-03-08 |
| Languages | English |
Category |
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| Category | Business |
| Subcategory | PIMS & Calendars |
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| Operating systems | android |
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| Total downloads | 13 |
Pricing |
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| License model | Free |
| Price | N/A |
Version History
version 5.0.7
posted on 2024-03-08
Bug fixes
version 5.0.4
posted on 2023-05-16
Fixes an issue from the last release where Hotspots were not appearing.
version 5.0.3
posted on 2023-05-11
This new version includes improvements to hotspot onboarding and minor bug fixes.
version 5.0.2
posted on 2023-04-19
This new version fixes for minor related fee calculations and staking fees.
version 4.3.2
posted on 2023-01-31
This release fixes Bluetooth Pairing when updating location or Wi-Fi connection.
version 4.1.0
posted on 2022-05-16
Adds Light Hotspot support:
- removes "Relay" text
- updates Transfer Hotspot check
version 4.0.1
posted on 2022-04-05
Requires users to enter their 12 word seed phrase in order to sign out to prevent accidental sign outs. Thanks to our community Mentor for writing this request!
Updates Bobcat Onboarding experience to choose between proceeding with current app or downloading Bobber app.
version 3.11.0
posted on 2022-03-04
New Features
Identify Hotspots on Denylist
Bug Fixes
- Fixed a bug where the timeline displayed for a Hotspot Earnings Chart was 14D when it is 7D
- Added in extra check when Transferring Hotspots during API downtime
Maker Updates
- Adds support for Transfer Hotspot deeplinking from Maker apps
- Fixes universal linking on Android 12 devices (for deeplinking purposes)
version 3.10.0
posted on 2022-02-09
Transfer Hotspot v2
A new way to transfer Hotspots is now available on the app. Now transferring Hotspots is as easy as sending a payment transaction.
Other Features, Bug Fixes:
Earnings Map Filter
Hotspot Year to Date earnings
Deeplinking to Maker app bug fix
Adds Dragino Hotspot
version 3.9.0
posted on 2022-01-21
Updated Witnessed List
Adds block height to diagnostic report
Bug Fixes
Checks gain/elevation for assert location transactions
Displays pending transactions immediately after submitting
Validates address after QR scan
Makers
Midas Wireless
MerryIOT antenna change
version 3.8.6
posted on 2021-12-30
New Features
See how your Hotspot stacks up to the Network!
We’ve added the average expected network earnings per Hotspot to see how yours perform against other Hotspots on the network.
Bug Fixes
Fixes an issue when you update the gain or elevation of a Hotspot and the card disappears, preventing you from submitting the update.
Fixes a QR scan issue where you cannot scan again, after scanning a few times.
Maker Updates
Updates Hummingbird default antenna dbi.
version 3.8.5
posted on 2021-12-08
Improvements and Bug Fixes
* when updating a Hotspot antenna, tapping the done button will close the keyboard
* When updating a Hotspot antenna, tapping dbi field will default the “Antenna” dropdown to “Custom”
* Updates Hotspot details caching to fetch latest from the API
* Fixes a bug for newly added Hotspots when you tap on the name on the Home screen
* Updates import and create new accounts to use all capitals. also updates seed phrase challenge to re-enter all 12 words.
version 3.8.3
posted on 2021-11-18
This release includes improvements to API loading, adds rewards caching, and updates how earnings are calculated.
version 3.8.2
posted on 2021-11-10
Fixes an issue where users can't add a Hotspot if they have 0 balance or 0 Hotspots.
Also shows the send HNT UI if a user has a 0 balance
version 3.7.1
posted on 2021-10-29
Improvements
- updates account screen when API calls fail to avoid showing 0 balance and 0 Hotspots
- improves how the app retrieves data from the API
- fixes a bug where users couldn’t send payments or transfer Hotspot based on a security setting
- added an option to clear map cache to troubleshoot when hexagons aren’t loading or app is malfunctioning due to tileserver
version 3.7.0
posted on 2021-10-20
New Features
Deep link support for HeliumVote.com
Select API Network Provider
Adds RisingHF and MerryIoT as new Hotspot makers
Adds currency selector to override locale
Bug Fixes
Fixes a bug where the small map at the end of assert_location is slightly off.
Improvements
Lazy load Hotspot rewards
version 3.6.0
posted on 2021-09-29
New Features
* Deployment Mode
* Check that payment transactions are to a valid wallet address
* Scan QR Code to Assert Location
* Check the Sender is the valid owner for scanned QR Payments
* Validator Filters
* New Makers to Onboarding
Bug Fixes
* Scroll to Explorer tab is selecting an unowned or unfollowed Hotspot
version 3.5.0
posted on 2021-09-07
New Features
. Hide Hotspot
. Validators
. Payment Notifications
. New Hotspot Support (FreedomFi, Controllino, and Heltec)
Bug Fixes
. Handle `/` in add_gateway transactions gracefully and not crash
. Handle misasserted locations when showing Hotspot witnesses
. Fixes gain keyboard input for all locales
version 3.4.7
posted on 2021-08-20
* Fix crash when asserting location.
version 3.4.5
posted on 2021-08-13
New Features
Support for Data-Only Hotspots
* Now you can search and follow data-only Hotspots on the app, and see information specific to data-only Hotspots.
Notification Filters
* On the notifications tab, filter by the type of message (Helium Updates, failed notifications, transfer Hotspots, and more).
Bug Fixes
* Fixes an app crash when setting a location that has none
version 3.4.4
posted on 2021-08-05
Bug Fixes
* Wallet chart graph number wrapped in a funny way when there are too many numbers. This is fixed.
* Fixed typo in Wallet blank state
* Handle the case for newly added Hotspots without a online status
* Attempt #1 to fix commas as decimal separator for Samsung keyboards
* Fixed a checklist bug
* Updates challenge interval to 300
Improvements
* Update LongAP Descriptions
* Add Maker type to Hotspot Details*
* Add Linxdot, ClodPi, and Pisces to Hotspot Onboarding
version 3.4.3
posted on 2021-07-23
New Features
Fleet Mode
* Fleet Mode is a new feature for accounts with more than 20+ Hotspots that reduces the API calls it makes and improves app performance
Improvements
* Welcome summary now includes 24h Validator earnings
* Refactored how the app calculates Rewards and Earnings, so it should be much faster now
* App uses the new Hotspot sync logic and is now the same as Explorer
version 3.4.2
posted on 2021-07-19
App Version 3.4.2
Bug Fixes
* Improves Shortcut loading performance
* Fixes Discovery Mode modal not extending under status bar
* Fixes the “Next” button logic for Web/QR Code onboarding
Improvements
* Updates default antenna type for Nebra Hotspots
Known Issues
* Accounts with 20+ Hotspots may still experience poor app performance. This will be addressed in the next release in a new feature called “Fleet Mode”
version 3.4.1
posted on 2021-07-16
Improvements
* Users with 15+ Hotspots in their wallet account were experiencing performance degradation. This is now fixed
* Add Web Onboarding type to support new Hotspot Makers
Bug Fixes
* Checklist now uses the new syncing logic
* Show account balance when loading the wallet tab and fetching activity
* Allows QR Payment amount to be a number or a string
version 3.4.0
posted on 2021-07-13
3.4.0 Includes a small facelift to our Wallet and Hotspot tabs!
Improvements
* Improve how we calculate a Hotspot’s sync status by using the last gossiped timestamp to API instead of gossiped block through the p2p network
* Inform users that Discovery Mode results may be inconsistent
Bug Fixes
* When asserting a location, check that the location actually changed
* Fix a bug when scanning QR code for payments with varying formats
version 3.3.1
posted on 2021-06-17
Fixes a bug where RAK and Syncrob.it were not on the Hotspot onboarding list.
Fixes a bug when the app goes in background, the privacy splash screen disappears.
version 3.2.2
posted on 2021-05-26
New Features:
Scan QR code for Payment_v2 transactions (thanks @MichaelBrew for the contribution!)
Bug Fixes:
Fixes 404 error during Onboarding
Fixes timer on Discovery Mode Sessions
Adds Session duration before initiating discovery mode
Handle consecutive Assert Location transactions better
version 3.2.1
posted on 2021-05-20
Fixes account page, blank discovery mode maps
version 3.1.4
posted on 2021-05-14
Fixes an app crash during onboarding and a crash when pairing over Bluetooth and Bluetooth is disabled.
Also fixes an issue when transferring Hotspots and PIN is required for payment transactions.
version 3.1.2
posted on 2021-04-30
Bug fix for Assert Location
version 3.1.1
posted on 2021-04-28
This new release contain bug fixes and improvements to the Helium app.
Bug Fixes
. Antenna Gain and Height bug fix
Improvements
. Open Notification Section when tapping on an App notification
. Improvements to PIN Entry to prevent accidental sign outs
. Hotspot Tab UI Changes
version 3.1.0
posted on 2021-04-21
Hold on tight because this is a HUGE release. Ready?
Remote Assert! Search! Follow Hotspots!
Now remotely assert a Hotspot anywhere, no need to pair with it, or be physically next to it.
Are you a Host or Hotspot-Curious? Now you can follow any Hotspot on the Network and see its earnings like you would your own Hotspot.
Finally, Search allows you to filter your own Hotspot list, or search geographic areas to see what's around there. Enjoy!
Bug Fixes:
Send Max
version 3.0.1
posted on 2021-03-04
Add ability to skip assert location in onboarding
Check if Hotspot belongs to wallet owner, if not, allow them to exit setup
version 3.0.1
posted on 2021-02-27
New Features:
See Hotspots around you
- Tap on them to view their mining details and stats
Show the time period when scrubbing charts on Hotspot Details
Make addresses compatible on the Network selectable: either copy to clipboard or open in explorer
Android: screenshots and screen recording re-enabled
version 2.9.1
posted on 2021-01-27
Bug fix to onboarding changes
version 2.8.0
posted on 2020-12-15
Transfer Hotspot is finally here!
Find this new feature in your Hotspot settings to initiate a Transfer Hotspot transaction. Set an optional price, enter the buyer's address, and the buyer will get a notification to complete the transfer.
version 2.7.1
posted on 2020-11-25
Fixes app launch issue for other devices running Android 8.x
version 2.6.1
posted on 2020-11-11
This release contains a bug fix to a security vulnerability identified by a Helium Community Discord member where a device with auto-rotate enabled can bypass the PIN screen.
In addition, this release contains the new Send Max HNT feature, performance improvements, and bug fixes.
version 2.5.0
posted on 2020-10-15
In this new update, we've brought in a feature called "View Witnesses". Simply toggle the View Witness to see all the Hotspots that your Hotspot has seen and interacted with!
In an effort to simplify and understand Challenges in the mobile app, we've removed terms like receipts to help our users understand why a hop in a path passed, and why it wouldn't.
In preparation of RAK Hotspot Miners coming online, we've changed our Hotspot onboarding flow to include the RAK Hotspots.
version 2.3.0
posted on 2020-09-29
We've added a new feature that adds an extra layer of security to your wallet. Now you can require a PIN before sending any payment transaction from the mobile app. We recommend everyone to secure their app! You can find this under the More menu.
Some more bug fixes and behind the scenes support for the new RAK Hotspot Miner.
version 2.2.0
posted on 2020-08-27
In this new update, we've revamped the payments UI. Use the QR code scanner to not only populate the receipient address, but HNT amounts embedded in the QR code will populate as well!
Burn HNT to generate DC for Console
With this new update, you can generate a Burn HNT transaction from Console, scan the QR code using the app, and HNT will automatically be burned, generating Data Credits that goes into your Console account.
version 2.1.3
posted on 2020-08-14
Bug Fixes
This release fixes the websockets used on the main Accounts page (it was using the old API, now uses the new one) and updates the polling interval to 30 seconds so it can fetch recently cleared pending transactions.
It also fixes a bug where NaN is displayed for pending transactions.
version N/A
posted on 2020-08-06
Bug Fix
- Fixed an issue where new users hit a snag while trying to add a new Hotspot
version N/A
posted on 2020-07-27
In this update, we add a feature that allows users to forget wi-fi networks so they can connect to new SSIDs, and add new UI to support updating a Hotspot's location.
We also fixed a few bugs on the Network > Challenges screen.
version N/A
posted on 2020-07-16
In this release, we are focused on squashing bugs and updating our community link to reflect our move to Discord!
Bugs Fixed:
Better account address validation for payments
Updated community link
Fix for sync percentage in diagnostic report
Fix for add hotspot
version N/A
posted on 2020-06-25
GPS Information
- Does your Hotspot have a GPS fix? Now we let you know.
Preparing for Transaction Fees
- This update is required for wallet-to-wallet transactions to succeed in the future
Synced Block Height
- We show what block height your Hotspot is currently syncing at, in the event it falls out of sync.
Bug fixes
version N/A
posted on 2020-06-09
Hello Helium Community!
In this updated, we added Hotspot activity filters, see if your Hotspot has transferred packets, and fixed a few bugs.
version N/A
posted on 2020-05-15
We've updated how reward transactions are displayed on the Accounts tab. Now, every epoch, when your Hotspot earns rewards, we bundle them all together for better experience.
In addition, a new filter on the Account page will make it easier to look for payment transactions, reward earnings, and pending transactions.
version 1.6.1
posted on 2020-04-20
In this version, we show your location when viewing the Hotspot Coverage map so you can see which Hotspots are around you. Diagnostic reports will now include the Hotspot IP Address to assist in troubleshooting, and also a bug fix to how many Hotspots are offline in list view.
version 1.6.0.2
posted on 2020-03-19
In this release, we included big changes to our notification system that you’ll start to see more of in the coming weeks.
Also in this update the introduction of “Witness too close”. If a Hotspot is within 300ft of witnessing a Hotspot transmit and reports it to the challenger, the Hotspot will not be included in the witness list of that challenge.
This update also removes the alert Hotspots get when their score declines, updated terminology in diagnostic reports, and other small bug fixes.
version 1.5.0.4
posted on 2020-01-21
1.5.0.4
version 1.5.0.1
posted on 2020-01-10
Never lose your place again when scrolling through your Hotspot's Activity list. We used to send you back to the top, not anymore!
Have you ever seen a single Hotspot in a challenge? That's a special type of Proof-of-Coverage challenge called a Beacon. These are now properly identified.
Updated missing English strings. In our previous update, our translation prep left some odd English behind. All fixed.
version 1.4.9.1
posted on 2019-12-22
1.4.9.1
version 1.4.9
posted on 2019-12-19
Here's what we've updated in this new version:
Challenge Details - more clarity to what happened in each challenge, including how many witnesses saw a packet in each hop. You can also zoom in and out of the challenge map.
Wi-Fi Updates - when you change the Wi-Fi network for a Hotspot, the new network name now appears and confirms that you are connected to the new SSID.
We also have some exciting new features coming up and this release lays the ground work for those updates.
version 1.4.8.2
posted on 2019-11-27
Updating Notifications
version 1.4.8.1
posted on 2019-11-07
Fixes and improvements
version 1.4.6.1
posted on 2019-10-31
sodium lib fix
version 1.4.5
posted on 2019-10-25
Sent Payment transactions appeared as + instead of -. This bug is fixed
When there's a firmware update, the app will disconnect with the Hotspot over bluetooth so that it can get an update
The app sometimes thinks the Hotspot it's trying to pair with is not who it says it is. This is also fixed.
version 1.4.4
posted on 2019-10-21
Some users reported they were unable to use the app if there was a pending transaction. By slowly down the data processing, users can continue using the app.
