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HomeSafe View on Windows Pc

Developed By: Swann Security

License: Free

Rating: 3,9/5 - 6.811 votes

Last Updated: April 16, 2024

Download on Windows PC

Compatible with Windows 10/11 PC & Laptop

App Details

Version 4.4.1
Size 58.3 MB
Release Date September 11, 24
Category Tools Apps

App Permissions:
Allows applications to open network sockets. [see more (17)]

What's New:
New User Interface with improved pairing, streaming and playback features.Support for control of many DVR and NVR features and settings from within appUpdated... [see more]

Description from Developer:
HomeSafe View: Live Swann DVR viewing on your Android phone
HomeSafe View supports the following features:
Multi-channel viewing with up to 16 cameras on screen at the same time (... [read more]

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About this app

On this page you can download HomeSafe View and install on Windows PC. HomeSafe View is free Tools app, developed by Swann Security. Latest version of HomeSafe View is 4.4.1, was released on 2024-09-11 (updated on 2024-04-16). Estimated number of the downloads is more than 500,000. Overall rating of HomeSafe View is 3,9. Generally most of the top apps on Android Store have rating of 4+. This app had been rated by 6,811 users, 1,143 users had rated it 5*, 3,844 users had rated it 1*.

How to install HomeSafe View on Windows?

Instruction on how to install HomeSafe View on Windows 10 Windows 11 PC & Laptop

In this post, I am going to show you how to install HomeSafe View on Windows PC by using Android App Player such as BlueStacks, LDPlayer, Nox, KOPlayer, ...

Before you start, you will need to download the APK/XAPK installer file, you can find download button on top of this page. Save it to easy-to-find location.

[Note] You can also download older versions of this app on bottom of this page.

Below you will find a detailed step-by-step guide, but I want to give you a fast overview of how it works. All you need is an emulator that will emulate an Android device on your Windows PC and then you can install applications and use it - you see you're playing it on Android, but this runs not on a smartphone or tablet, it runs on a PC.

If this doesn't work on your PC, or you cannot install, comment here and we will help you!

Step By Step Guide To Install HomeSafe View using BlueStacks

  1. Download and Install BlueStacks at: https://www.bluestacks.com. The installation procedure is quite simple. After successful installation, open the Bluestacks emulator. It may take some time to load the Bluestacks app initially. Once it is opened, you should be able to see the Home screen of Bluestacks.
  2. Open the APK/XAPK file: Double-click the APK/XAPK file to launch BlueStacks and install the application. If your APK/XAPK file doesn't automatically open BlueStacks, right-click on it and select Open with... Browse to the BlueStacks. You can also drag-and-drop the APK/XAPK file onto the BlueStacks home screen
  3. Once installed, click "HomeSafe View" icon on the home screen to start using, it'll work like a charm :D

[Note 1] For better performance and compatibility, choose BlueStacks 5 Nougat 64-bit read more

[Note 2] about Bluetooth: At the moment, support for Bluetooth is not available on BlueStacks. Hence, apps that require control of Bluetooth may not work on BlueStacks.

How to install HomeSafe View on Windows PC using NoxPlayer

  1. Download & Install NoxPlayer at: https://www.bignox.com. The installation is easy to carry out.
  2. Drag the APK/XAPK file to the NoxPlayer interface and drop it to install
  3. The installation process will take place quickly. After successful installation, you can find "HomeSafe View" on the home screen of NoxPlayer, just click to open it.

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HomeSafe View: Live Swann DVR viewing on your Android phone
HomeSafe View supports the following features:
Multi-channel viewing with up to 16 cameras on screen at the same time (16ch view works best on tablets)
Play back stored recordings from your DVR on your handset or tablet (requires high upload speed internet)
Capture video from your camera live view to your Phone to play back later
Capture single and multi still images and save these to your Phone's picture library
Control PTZ (pan, tilt, zoom) cameras remotely

Note: Current model handsets and tablets are recommended for high resolution playback and live viewing more than 8 cameras at once.

Currently supported DVR models (x will be 4, 8 or 16 channel depending on your model):
DVRx-1590
DVRx-1600
DVRx-4480
DVRx-4575
DVKx-4580
DVKx-4590
DVRx-4780
DVRx-4980
DVRx-5580
NVRx-7450
NVRx-8580
Other Swann DVR models will not work with this app.

Note: This app uses a data stream that will connect to your Swann DVR via 3G/4G or WiFi. When using 3G/4G, the video from your DVR will likely be considered "downloads" by your phone service provider and will contribute to any download limit your phone data plan may have. If you exceed any plan limits you may incur additional usage charges. Consult with your mobile service provider regarding the use of a video streaming app and how it may affect your plan.

For assistance with this app, contact Swann Tech Support – tech@swann.com
New User Interface with improved pairing, streaming and playback features.
Support for control of many DVR and NVR features and settings from within app
Updated connection SDK to improve live view performance
Numerous improvements and bug fixes
Allows applications to open network sockets.
Allows an application to record audio.
Allows access to the vibrator.
Allows an app to use fingerprint hardware.
Required to be able to access the camera device.
Allows applications to change network connectivity state.
Allows an application to receive the ACTION_BOOT_COMPLETED that is broadcast after the system finishes booting.
Allows applications to disable the keyguard if it is not secure.
Allows applications to access information about Wi-Fi networks.
Allows applications to access information about networks.
Allows an application to modify global audio settings.
Allows applications to enter Wi-Fi Multicast mode.
Allows applications to change Wi-Fi connectivity state.
Allows an app to access precise location.
Allows an app to access approximate location.
Permission an application must hold in order to use ACTION_REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS.
Allows using PowerManager WakeLocks to keep processor from sleeping or screen from dimming.