Blue Iris Widget

Blue Iris Widget$1.49

Rated 4.15/5 (20) —  Free Android application by RS

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About Blue Iris Widget

Fully compatible with Blue Iris 4.
Feel free to try, refund always available via email.

A brand new version of the Blue Iris Remote (client app, not widget) is available here:
http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rs.blueirisremote

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Setup instructions: http://www.rspage.com/main/?p=90
If you get "Error getting snapshots" you need to uncheck the "secure only" in the Blue Iris server.
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MAIN FEATURES
- Fully compatible with Blue Iris 4
- No additional apps required to be installed on you Android device to use this widget
- Stable, lightweight and fast
- Controls the traffic light, profiles and the schedule of Blue Iris
- Shows Blue Iris status and camera snapshots
- Live camera streaming on snapshot tap
- Connect to up to three different Blue Iris servers
- Automatic periodic refresh
- Customizable
- Choose from 3 different skins
- Built for convenience and daily use


The top area of the widget displays the currently connected Blue Iris server name, selected profile number and a "glow bar" indicating the current color of the traffic light (red, yellow, green).


The middle area has three different functions:
1. Camera list - shows the camera snapshots from last refresh and important camera information. The camera snapshots can be increased or decreased in size, according to the needed widget layout. It is also possible to hide the camera snapshots from the list which will also prevent snapshot download and potentially save mobile data.
2. Control panel - can be accessed by touching the current profile number. The control panel shows and controls the currently selected profile and traffic light of the Blue Iris server. Switch to the desired profile with one touch from your home screen.
3. Information panel - can be accessed by touching the server name. The information panel will show information from your Blue Iris server as of the last refresh. Tip: in case you do not want to see a camera list on your home screen, turn off the snapshots, resize the widget to 2x2 and turn on the information panel for an elegant minimal widget.


The bottom area of the widget displays the current widget profile, the last refresh time and acts as a manual refresh button. Touch the bottom area of the widget at any time for immediate data refresh from the remote server. With widget profiles, you can define up to three Blue Iris servers and select the active one from the settings.


Notes:
- This widget requires Blue Iris installed on your PC.
- Read the set up instructions in the Settings > Instructions.
- Use novaross@gmail.com for suggestions, help and any other issues.

How to Download / Install

Download and install Blue Iris Widget version 2.0.1 on your Android device!
Downloaded 100+ times, content rating: Everyone
Android package: com.rs.blueiriswidget, download Blue Iris Widget.apk

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App History & Updates

What's Changed
- Confirmed full compatibility with the new Blue Iris version 4.
- Improved widget status reporting: each widget operation will be written in the footer.
- Slightly shortened the widget refresh time by performing the logout from Blue Iris in the background.
Version update Blue Iris Widget was updated to version 2.0.1
Version update Blue Iris Widget was updated to version 1.2.0
Price update  Price changed from $1.72 to $1.49.
Price update  Price changed from $1.87 to $1.72.

What are users saying about Blue Iris Widget

Z70%
by Z####:

Keep in mind I have this on a tablet-HP Slate Pro 21" to be specific. For my phones-mobile use it is a fine app, not so much for tablet use. For a quad screen Android and for tablets it would really be nice if it supported larger camera views and higher bitrates. The resolution is pretty poor. For myself I have unlimited everything so data concerns are not an issue. Expect pixelation on the camera views on phones which turn very bad on larger devices. I do not see an option to log into the BI server with a different stream which could help with resolution Another issue are profiles within the widget. If I create another widget for other camera-for layout purposes, then both widgets use the same Profile vs displaying different cameras. I cannot select a different profile with different widgets. Seems like this would be an easy fix. It also does not support formatting the camera layout, they are just under each other. The live feature is nice for a widget, great actually. No audio stream that I could locate. Overall it is an ok app but with implementation of the above features it would be great and worthy of a $5.00 app. Hint Hint

K70%
by K####:

Keep in mind I have this on a tablet-HP Slate Pro 21" to be specific. For my phones-mobile use it is a fine app, not so much for tablet use. For a quad screen Android and for tablets it would really be nice if it supported larger camera views and higher bitrates. The resolution is pretty poor. For myself I have unlimited everything so data concerns are not an issue. Expect pixelation on the camera views on phones which turn very bad on larger devices. I do not see an option to log into the BI server with a different stream which could help with resolution Another issue are profiles within the widget. If I create another widget for other camera-for layout purposes, then both widgets use the same Profile vs displaying different cameras. I cannot select a different profile with different widgets. Seems like this would be an easy fix. It also does not support formatting the camera layout, they are just under each other. The live feature is nice for a widget, great actually. No audio stream that I could locate. Overall it is an ok app but with implementation of the above features it would be great and worthy of a $5.00 app. Hint Hint

K70%
by K####:

I was hoping the app would allow push notification for alerts

X70%
by X####:

Great support to.. thank you

Q70%
by Q####:

Great app and Great Tech support. Answered my questions promptly and accurately! Thank you!!!

Y70%
by Y####:

Keep in mind I have this on a tablet-HP Slate Pro 21" to be specific. For my phones-mobile use it is a fine app, not so much for tablet use. For a quad screen Android and for tablets it would really be nice if it supported larger camera views and higher bitrates. The resolution is pretty poor. For myself I have unlimited everything so data concerns are not an issue. Expect pixelation on the camera views on phones which turn very bad on larger devices. I do not see an option to log into the BI server with a different stream which could help with resolution Another issue are profiles within the widget. If I create another widget for other camera-for layout purposes, then both widgets use the same Profile vs displaying different cameras. I cannot select a different profile with different widgets. Seems like this would be an easy fix. It also does not support formatting the camera layout, they are just under each other. The live feature is nice for a widget, great actually. No audio stream that I could locate. Overall it is an ok app but with implementation of the above features it would be great and worthy of a $5.00 app. Hint Hint

Y70%
by Y####:

Had issue before but Dev gave me clear instruction and its now resolved (my bad for not reading). Great app and helpful dev....thanks! :)

R70%
by R####:

Only have 4 cameras and they all say "error getting snapshot" all the time.

X70%
by X####:

Works as you'd expect, no problems. I would love a widget specifically for changing the traffic light status without all of the rest of the info!

V70%
by V####:

This is a great widget for ALL blue iris users... works flawlessly on my samsung galaxy s4. Love the new improvement on being able to get a live view of your cameras. Much much easier then actually opening the physical blue iris app everytime you get a text/email notification about your cameras detecting motion and if you have any problems at all the developer is quick to respond and help you with any questions you have at all. I swear by this app/widget now I would recommend it to anyone and everyone

Z70%
by Z####:

I have 13 cameras and I get "error getting snapshot" randomly on the list. Annoying, but still better than nothing.

Q70%
by Q####:

Really good implementation. Provides great situational awareness at a glance. Much appreciated!

K70%
by K####:

Allows quick seemless viewing.

K70%
by K####:

Works as described

N70%
by N####:

Works as described

T70%
by T####:

This is a great widget for ALL blue iris users... works flawlessly on my samsung galaxy s4. Love the new improvement on being able to get a live view of your cameras. Much much easier then actually opening the physical blue iris app everytime you get a text/email notification about your cameras detecting motion and if you have any problems at all the developer is quick to respond and help you with any questions you have at all. I swear by this app/widget now I would recommend it to anyone and everyone

R70%
by R####:

I have 13 cameras and I get "error getting snapshot" randomly on the list. Annoying, but still better than nothing.


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