About this listing
ANT+ Plugins Service is listed with version, update, developer, screenshots, permissions, source, and compatibility details from the available app metadata.
Before you install
- Android requirement is not listed in the current data.
- Package size is not listed in the current data.
- The source link points to a Google Play listing.
Listing evidence
ANT+ Plugins Service includes version Varies with device, last update Jun 8, 2023, 6 screenshots, privacy policy link in the current metadata.
The current metadata notes that permission list is not available.
FungoApp review for ANT+ Plugins Service
ANT+ Plugins Service by ANT+ is listed in Tools. This page organizes the available metadata into a practical review format, including version Varies with device, Android requirement not listed, update date Jun 8, 2023, rating 3.6 out of 5, and install signal 1,000,000,000+.
Browse Android utility apps by comparing the task they solve, device permissions, offline behavior, update history, and whether the tool is simple enough for repeated use. For ANT+ Plugins Service, use the details below as a checklist before you decide whether the app fits your device, privacy expectations, and use case.
Install decision context for ANT+ Plugins Service
ANT+ Plugins Service is best reviewed as a Tools listing from ANT+, not as a direct APK file from FungoApp. The current signals show version Varies with device, Android requirement not listed, last update Jun 8, 2023, rating 3.6 out of 5, install signal 1,000,000,000+, and monetization that does not list ads in the current data and does not list in-app purchases in the current data. Use those signals together: a popular listing can still be a poor fit if the permissions, update age, or account requirements do not match your intended use.
Use-case fit analysis
ANT+ Plugins Service is presented around this purpose: "Enables ANT+ wireless communication for ANT+ enabled apps." A good fit is more likely when that purpose matches the category, screenshots, version history, and the kind of access the app requests. If you only need a narrow task, compare this listing with simpler alternatives before leaving FungoApp for the external source.
Permissions and privacy interpretation
ANT+ Plugins Service does not include a permission list in the current FungoApp data. That missing field reduces review confidence, so readers should check the Android install prompt and source listing before using personal data or granting sensitive access.
Version and update interpretation
The listing shows version Varies with device, updated Jun 8, 2023, package size not listed, and Android requirement not listed. Newer updates can indicate maintenance, but the practical question is whether the listed Android requirement fits your device and whether recent changes explain why the app needs its current permissions and storage footprint.
Screenshot review prompts
ANT+ Plugins Service includes 6 screenshots in the current listing data. Use them to confirm the interface, account prompts, ads, paywalls, editing tools, game style, or workflow before you open the source page. Screenshots are evidence of presentation, not independent proof of package behavior.
Use case fit
ANT+ Plugins Service is summarized as: "Enables ANT+ wireless communication for ANT+ enabled apps." Compare that promise with the screenshots, category, update notes, and related apps before installing.
Version and compatibility
The listing shows version Varies with device, Android requirement not listed, package size not listed, and last update Jun 8, 2023. These details matter because older devices, large packages, and stale updates can change the install experience.
Privacy and permissions
ANT+ Plugins Service does not include a permission list in the current metadata, so review the source listing and Android install prompt carefully.
Review checklist
- Confirm the developer name and source listing before installing.
- Review version, Android requirement, package size, and update date.
- Compare requested permission access with the feature you actually need.
- Read recent change notes and ratings as signals, not as guarantees of safety.
Comparison prompts
- Compare ANT+ Plugins Service's developer and source link with other Tools options before installing.
- Check whether version Varies with device and Android not listed match your device.
- Review the source listing carefully because FungoApp does not currently have a permission list for this app.
- Compare against related listings such as ANT+ Plugin Manager Launcher and Beyond the Wall DEMO for feature scope and privacy tradeoffs.
Publisher notes
- FungoApp organizes public listing metadata into review notes and comparison checklists for ANT+ Plugins Service.
- FungoApp does not host the APK file, modify the app package, or claim independent file verification from the current data.
- The 3.6 rating suggests readers should compare recent reviews, alternatives, and the app's stated purpose carefully. 1,000,000,000+ installs indicate broad usage, which helps with discovery but does not prove the package is appropriate for every device or privacy expectation.
Developer-provided description
ANT enabled apps can utilize this service to connect:
• Heart Rate: Receive live heart rate data from heart rate straps or wearables produced by many popular manufacturers
• Fitness Equipment: Connect ANT+ enabled fitness equipment and bicycle trainers to popular training and workout apps
• Bike Speed and Cadence: Capture bike speed, distance, and/or cadence data
• Bike Power: Capture data from ANT+ cycling power meters such as Garmin Vector
• Stride-based Speed and Distance Monitor: Capture speed and distance data from running footpods
For a full list of compatible ANT+ apps and devices visit https://www.thisisant.com/directory/
FAQ:
How did this app get on my phone and is it spyware?
This service is standard software, included by the manufacturer of your phone. It is not illegally downloaded, and it is not spyware. It will not cause system malfunctions or pop-up ads to appear. It is not bloatware and typically uses a max of 20 MB of space. For example, on a 16GB phone, this service takes up 0.0013% of space. We do not pay phone manufacturers to have this service pre-installed.
How can I remove this service?
Since this service is standard software, you’re unable to delete it from your phone. Instead, you can disable this service by following the manufacturer’s instructions. The typical process is: settings>applications>application manager>appropriate app>force stop>disable
Disabling this service will not affect your phone’s software. If, in the future, you require the ability to connect to services and devices via ANT+, just enable the service again.
NOTE: Since this is a factory installed service, it may enable/re-download if you reset and/or update your phone. Don’t panic! Just follow the instructions to disable it again.
Does this service track me without my knowledge?
No. The ANT Radio Service and ANT+ Plugins Service applications provide a wireless connectivity service, similar to Bluetooth or WiFi, but with very low power. These services do not collect any personal data.
Is it difficult to develop an app with ANT+ capabilities and is there a fee?
Using the ANT+ plugins in your app to communicate with ANT+ devices is quick, easy, free and uses a simple API. Visit the ANT Android Developer page (http://www.thisisant.com/developer/ant/ant-in-android) for more information and to download the SDK.
How do I know if I own any ANT enabled products?
Visit https://www.thisisant.com/directory to search for ANT/ANT+ enabled products, devices and/or services.
Requirements (Latest version)
• Requires Android 5.0 or higher
