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Virgin Media Connect on Windows Pc

Developed By: Virgin Media

License: Free

Rating: 2,9/5 - 18.632 votes

Last Updated: April 17, 2024

Download on Windows PC

Compatible with Windows 10/11 PC & Laptop

App Details

Version 12.46.15
Size 92 MB
Release Date November 01, 24
Category Communication Apps

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

What's New:
This update offers a new view of our planetarium, bug fixes and improvements to loading speed. We’ve also resolved an issue some customers were having with... [see more]

Description from Developer:
**We're currently experiencing some issues with the "pause/unpause" feature on the Hub 5x. You may experience some issues when using this feature with this particular... [read more]

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About this app

On this page you can download Virgin Media Connect and install on Windows PC. Virgin Media Connect is free Communication app, developed by Virgin Media. Latest version of Virgin Media Connect is 12.46.15, was released on 2024-11-01 (updated on 2024-04-17). Estimated number of the downloads is more than 1,000,000. Overall rating of Virgin Media Connect is 2,9. Generally most of the top apps on Android Store have rating of 4+. This app had been rated by 18,632 users, 6,374 users had rated it 5*, 4,903 users had rated it 1*.

How to install Virgin Media Connect on Windows?

Instruction on how to install Virgin Media Connect on Windows 10 Windows 11 PC & Laptop

In this post, I am going to show you how to install Virgin Media Connect 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 Virgin Media Connect 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 "Virgin Media Connect" 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 Virgin Media Connect 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 "Virgin Media Connect" on the home screen of NoxPlayer, just click to open it.

Discussion

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**We're currently experiencing some issues with the "pause/unpause" feature on the Hub 5x. You may experience some issues when using this feature with this particular type of Hub. We're working hard in the background to fix this ASAP. Apologies for any inconvenience

The Virgin Media Connect app is the control unit for your WiFi. It helps you get your broadband up and running and make the most out of your WiFi experience, all from the comfort of your sofa.

Take control of your WiFi:

• Run a super-intelligent WiFi home scan to test speeds all around the home
• View, manage and even order WiFi Pods*
• Pause WiFi to individual devices, perfect for when it’s the kid’s bedtime
• Reboot your Hub remotely
• Share your WiFi with guests via a QR code
• Create a separate guest WiFi network for visitors
• Manage the Hub’s settings, such as network name and password

Get help, fast:

• Find useful FAQs
• Check out installation guides
• Join our community forum

Find out more about the Connect App here: https://www.virginmedia.com/broadband/connect-app

What you need:

A device running Android 8 or above

*Monthly charges may apply when ordering a mesh WiFi Pod. Visit www.virginmedia.com/wifi-max to find out more.

Some accessibility features might not be ready just yet, but we’re working to make all our services, including the Virgin Media Connect app, accessible for people with impairments or who use assistive technology.
This update offers a new view of our planetarium, bug fixes and improvements to loading speed. We’ve also resolved an issue some customers were having with Homescan, where they weren’t offered a solution to their coverage issue.

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Allows applications to open network sockets.
Allows applications to access information about networks.
Allows an application to broadcast sticky intents.
Allows an app to access approximate location.
Allows an app to access precise location.
Allows an application to receive the ACTION_BOOT_COMPLETED that is broadcast after the system finishes booting.
Allows using PowerManager WakeLocks to keep processor from sleeping or screen from dimming.
Allows an application to collect component usage statistics
Declaring the permission implies intention to use the API and the user of the device can grant permission through the Settings application.
Required to be able to access the camera device.
Allows an application to read from external storage.
Allows applications to access information about Wi-Fi networks.
Allows applications to change Wi-Fi connectivity state.
Allows an application to write to external storage.
Allows an application to record audio.
Allows an application to modify global audio settings.
Allows access to the vibrator.