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[Android] Free - Network Cell Info & Wifi (Was $2.99) @ Google Play Store

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[Android] Free - Network Cell Info & Wifi (Was $2.99) @ Google Play Store
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Lsnark on 14/05/2022 - 10:54 play.google.com (11578 clicks)
Last edited 14/05/2022 - 22:26 by 1 other user

I've been a long time user of Network Cell Info Lite, and today it popped up a notification that the full version was free. Really useful app for looking at the your network signal strengh. First bargain post, be gentle!

Network Cell Info is an extensive mobile network and Wi-Fi monitoring app with measurement and diagnostic tools (5G, LTE+, LTE, CDMA, WCDMA, GSM). Network Cell Info can help troubleshoot your reception and connectivity problems while keeping you in the know about your local cell carrier radio frequency landscape.

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  • Wonderstache on 14/05/2022 - 11:15
    +4

    Nice one, thanks OP. This might actually be handy for me and my partner who recently moved and have been testing our mobile carriers and data tests.

  • ShouldIBuyIt on 14/05/2022 - 11:19
    +13

    I've installed the app but tbh I've got no idea what I'm looking at or what that gauge thing means.

  • MXsoul on 14/05/2022 - 11:26
    +8

    Or if anyone dont want to have this application can look same information go to settings -> about phones -> phone status-> Simcard status.
    But obviously that doesn't compile the information like application.

  • TooSerious2 on 14/05/2022 - 11:28

    Thanks OP. A great share

  • MdPrfssr on 14/05/2022 - 11:50
    +8

    Judt use Ubiquiti WifiMan app, also free and has and AR signal tracking mode

    • mathew42 on 14/05/2022 - 12:09
      +1

      Ubiquiti WifiMan doesn't provide mobile network data.

      • 0 0 0 on 14/05/2022 - 12:24
        -2

        It does.

        • mathew42 on 14/05/2022 - 12:31
          +1

          I couldn't find any evidence that WifiMan provides information on mobile coverage including signal strength and base station data.

          This is distinctly different to running a speed test.

          • wintermadness on 14/05/2022 - 13:14
            +1

            @mathew42: Did you even bother check the app? It would've been a lot easier.

            If you go to the status tab it gives you mobile coverage information, right under the wifi info.

            Granted not as detailed (i.e. no base station information), but it is there.

            • greenie4242 on 14/05/2022 - 15:37

              @wintermadness: There is no mobile coverage information displayed in the Signal tab on my device. Samsung Galaxy Note 3 running Android 9.

              Maybe the information is device specific.

              • wintermadness on 14/05/2022 - 17:52

                @greenie4242: Could be that Android 9 didn't report that info - unsure. My Pixel 6 Pro shows it, as did my S21 Ultra iirc.

            • mathew42 on 14/05/2022 - 18:58
              -4

              @wintermadness:

              Did you even bother check the app? It would've been a lot easier.

              No. I'm not going to install an app just to check it's features.
              If it doesn't turn up in the pages that I found in a quick search, then I'm not expecting the feature to be there.

              • BTMoustachio on 14/05/2022 - 19:59
                +3

                @mathew42: Time spent searching and posting back here would take longer than downloading app to check. Just saying.

        • Hahuh on 14/05/2022 - 13:03
          +3

          I've been using wifi man for ages. Where?

          • willyroo on 16/05/2022 - 15:26

            @Hahuh: At bottom of app: Status -> swipe down, toggle between "WiFi Signal" and "Cell Signal"

        • BTMoustachio on 14/05/2022 - 15:42

          Don't worry about the downvoters, it certainly does and is a nicer app.

          Network Manager Pro is even more comprehensive if you grab when free.

    • nashB on 16/05/2022 - 08:39

      Thanks mate, I've been using "Wi-Fi Analyser", saw your comment and switched to "WifiMan". Looks like a neat app.

  • IpGem on 14/05/2022 - 11:52

    I think if you use a vpn, it won't help much?

    • mathew42 on 14/05/2022 - 12:03
      +1

      This app is for monitoring wireless connections. It would be particularly useful for people with poor service quality (e.g. regional people) who could use it to map mobile network coverage and possibly use it for location of an antenna.

    • Agret on 14/05/2022 - 13:13
      +1

      What do you mean? You still need a wifi connection or mobile network to connect to your VPN

  • Lolitsjoel on 14/05/2022 - 12:09
    +3

    Why can't iPhone have this

    • mnc on 14/05/2022 - 12:31
      +39

      Apple don't want you to know all this details

    • greenie4242 on 14/05/2022 - 15:41
      +4

      "It just works."

      Only just.

      • dlovep on 15/05/2022 - 11:00

        Take out just… “it works”

  • mskeggs on 14/05/2022 - 12:14

    It has a $3.99 subscription. What is that for?

    • INFIDEL on 14/05/2022 - 15:38

      To Upgrade to Pro with extra features.
      Don't click the popup when first installing!!

      • ShouldIBuyIt on 14/05/2022 - 16:54

        I did but it just redirected me to the Google Play store

  • Bunsen on 14/05/2022 - 12:36
    +2

    maybe just me but finding it very buggy, keeps shutting down when i hit 'Speed', 'Readings' & 'Raw'.

    Buggy AF, deleted.. Not giving fullt-time location access to any app for tracking either.

    Sorry OP, revoked my + due to these reasons.

    • cohiba on 14/05/2022 - 14:37
      +4

      I had the same experience. It wanted me to download a second different app after I tried it out, and I don't want to give it the permissions requested. Some app feedback comments worrying too. Uninstalled.

      • McFly on 15/05/2022 - 00:08
        +7

        Lol Must be hard when you order a delivery but refuse to give them your address!

  • qwerty-4321 on 14/05/2022 - 12:44

    Is this app a good way to collect data for a Telstra LTE black spot report? The best signal strength I can get anywhere inside or outside my Brisbane metro house is -114dBm (which is almost in the red range). 200m away though, the signal improves to -44dBm.

    My phone chews through battery because of this. Meanwhile, my partner's Optus phone never has any LTE issues.

    • willyroo on 16/05/2022 - 15:29

      I've used Aus Phone Towers for this purpose, to report a poor coverage issue between Aratula and Clumber. Context - Optus is on same tower and has much better distribution.

  • A-boy on 14/05/2022 - 12:56
    +8

    Pro is not free… Its free only for 7 days.. if u select pro… Be ready to pay $3.99 starting 21 May. Check from 3 dots at top right.

    Bit misleading info here…

    • kaiden on 14/05/2022 - 13:02

      Saw this also, app looks ok but I'm not paying ongoing just for something that I'll hardly use.

    • Terra Australis on 14/05/2022 - 15:11

      is this true?

    • INFIDEL on 14/05/2022 - 15:30
      +1

      This version of app is now FREE.
      No need to pay (to upgrade to Pro).

      3 versions of app:
      Lite (free)
      this (normally $2.99)
      Pro (additional $3.99)

      Manual outlines some extra features of Pro.

  • Hithere on 14/05/2022 - 14:15
    +5

    Opensignal from the play store measures your mobile connectivity and signal strength, 5G, 4G, 3G Internet & WiFi.

    I've used it for a while. It's completely ad-free, and is a cost free without expiry date apk.

    https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.staircase3…

  • BargainBuddy on 14/05/2022 - 15:11
    -3

    It's not free. 7 day trial for full version.

    • INFIDEL on 14/05/2022 - 15:21
      +4

      This app is FREE.
      That annual payment is only if you want to upgrade to Pro.
      Just don't click Pro popup to buy $3.99/yr subscription!

  • WIND on 14/05/2022 - 15:37

    In the app it says, starting 21 of May i will be charge $3.99/year, but i can't see it on my google play (manage subscription) how do i cancel? can anyone help? Thanks

    • INFIDEL on 14/05/2022 - 15:39

      Why did you upgrade to pay $3.99 extra for Pro? This app is FREE.
      Best not to click popup to upsell.

      • WIND on 14/05/2022 - 15:42

        I clicked by accident, I thought this was a free app.

        • INFIDEL on 14/05/2022 - 15:44

          It is free app (for limited time).
          Clicking popup to upgrade to Pro is unnecessary & costs $3.99/yr starting !

          • WIND on 14/05/2022 - 15:45

            @INFIDEL: Yeah i totally stuffed up, i just want to cancel it now.

            • INFIDEL on 14/05/2022 - 15:47
              +1

              @WIND: Ba$ic upselling trick to fleece the unwary
              Saw the popup & said NO to paying extra - I'm an Ozbargainer.

              Contact them or Google, before they charge you in a week & then every year!!

              • mudguppy1 on 14/05/2022 - 16:33

                @INFIDEL: This cannot be true, must need more than a click to agree to an ongoing subscription. If it is true they are s#!es.

    • Shameless on 14/05/2022 - 17:13

      Was there a confirmation screen to pay for the subscription on the play store or in the app? If not, then it should not go through as you did not authorise the transaction.

  • Flyerone on 14/05/2022 - 16:08
    +7

    Aus Phone towers is a good free app for checking tower signal for the 3 carriers and also which frequencies they use. Good for picking a carrier based on where you live/work.

    They also have an iOS version

    • RedHab on 14/05/2022 - 16:59
      +1

      Aus phone towers is a superb app!

      • mattie on 14/05/2022 - 18:28
        +1

        Yep Aus phone towers is the go for Australia,

    • INFIDEL on 14/05/2022 - 18:47
      -2

      Tried it. A fail!
      Very wrong info at my location in suburbs!

      Shows am connected to tower 5km away, straight over nearby mountains & then hills! Not even possible! Or it shows another tower 5km away…
      It ignored numerous local towers with known good signal strength. Tower I am actually connected to isn't even shown!!

      If it can't find numerous towers in a capital city, wouldn't trust it anywhere!!

      Other apps including this one show the tower I'm connected to is a short walk away - within line of sight! And show plenty of other towers within 1km with good signal strength.
      That other tower doesn't even show for my location.

      Based on that inaccurate & incomplete information about towers, Aus Phone Towers app can't be trusted.
      Uninstalled.

      • INFIDEL on 15/05/2022 - 09:26

        Disappointing that factual information about operation of app is negged.

        Closest "good" tower in city was 4.7km (over 15min drive) away.

        Other apps showed towers surrounding my location, have "good" signal strength. But as located behind mountains, don't have a choice of towers (only 1 accessible) without moving.

        This app's suggested tower can't be used from my location due to topography. Direction to tower is mainly useful if tower can be accessed. I've used direction info when installing antennas.

        Local tower that was missing - showed up with next download of data. That's basic info other apps show immediately.

        Positive comments are all from NSW / Sydney, so may work better there. But use outside that area may not be accurate. Important to note if travelling.

        • McFly on 15/05/2022 - 13:32

          To be fair, I don't think it's certified to work on the moon.

          • INFIDEL on 15/05/2022 - 14:43

            @McFly: Great view from up here🌛
            But no signal from any 4/5G tower ;-(
            Distance to nearest Tower: 384,400k

  • gimme on 14/05/2022 - 17:30
    +14

    Got excited>Dloaded>looked at some numbers>wondered why I need it>uninstalled… full ozb cycle complete. Off to buy my next gizmo I didn't think I needed until 2mins ago.

  • dmbminaret on 15/05/2022 - 08:14

    For the members wondering what apps like this are for, scenario:

    You're installing a cell fi go device in a building for better connection in a poor area. The phone defaults at picking strongest signal, but that could be optimal for data, not voice. This allows you to identify which band to lock the cell fi go to so that users in the building will have optimal voice services while there without changing default settings in phone which would upset usage after leaving the building and watching YouTube at home etc.

    Thanks OP. Good find.

  • sammy61187 on 15/05/2022 - 19:50

    Awesome app thanks for the tip can now find the best location for reception had no idea where my LTE tower was until now

    • McFly on 16/05/2022 - 09:46

      Next on sammy61187's list of things to find: full stop on keyboard. 😛

      • sammy61187 on 16/05/2022 - 10:35
        +2

        I'll get there eventually…. oh look i found it

  • shaq1 on 19/05/2022 - 13:16

    so many upvotes pulling me to buy an Android phone to install this app ( an iPhone user), buy first think later 😛

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