μlogger vs RemotePointer
Side-by-side comparison of two open source alternatives
μlogger
μlogger ('micro-logger') is an application for continuous logging of location coordinates, designed to record hiking, biking tracks and other outdoor activities. Track points are saved at chosen intervals and may be uploaded to dedicated server in real time. This client works with μlogger web server. Together they make a complete self owned and controlled client–server solution. Features * meant to be simple and small (μ) * focus on privacy, doesn't use Google Play services, logs to self-owned server * low memory and battery impact * uses GPS or network based location data * synchronizes location with web server in real time, in case of problems keeps retrying * alternatively works in offline mode; positions may be exported to file and uploaded to the server manually * allows adding waypoints with attached images and comments (required server version 1.0+ for synchronization) * configurable tracking settings * export to GPX, KML format * automation
RemotePointer
With this app you can control your computer’s keyboard and mouse (using a touchpad). Furthermore, you can project a digital laser pointer dot on your screen or projector, which is controlled by the movement of your Android device.Advantages:control your computer from your couchwhen your screen output is being recorded on presentations, the laser pointer can also be recordedthe digital laser pointer point is better visible in bright roomsyou can simultaneously flip the slides back and forth on your Android device and control the mouseyou can use the app as barcode/QR code scanner for your computerPlease download the free software for your PC (Linux, macOS and Windows) from here. You can find its source at Github.
| Feature | μlogger | RemotePointer |
|---|---|---|
| License | GPL-3.0-or-later | GPL-3.0-only |
| Install sources | F-DroidGitHubIzzyOnDroid | GitHubIzzyOnDroid |
| Categories | OfficeSMSMessagingNavigation | OfficeMessaging |
| Features | Ad-FreeOpen SourceNo Tracking | Ad-FreeOpen SourceNo Tracking |
| Platforms | Android | Android |
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