ANT Radio Service

ANT Radio Service
  • DeveloperANT+
  • GenreCommunication
  • Installs1,000,000,000+
  • UpdatedJun 8, 2023
  • Version4.18.00
  • RequirementsAndroid
  • ReleasedNov 5, 2010
  • ContentEveryone
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ANT Radio Service

Editorial review: ANT Radio Service APK and install guide

ANT Radio Service needs a closer APK review because communication listings can look trustworthy from ratings alone while still leaving source, version, Android requirement, and privacy questions unanswered. This page keeps those checks in one place: package com.dsi.ant.service.socket, developer ANT+, version 4.18.00, file size Not published by official listing, and Check official listing before install. The goal is to help you decide whether the official listing deserves your trust before you leave opskd.

The official short summary says: "Enables ANT and ANT+ wireless technology in your phone or using an ANT USB stick". opskd treats that as a claim to verify, not as a complete review, because store copy often emphasizes features while leaving permissions, account requirements, monetization, and source status for the user to check separately.

1,000,000,000+ installs makes this a very large public listing, which is useful for discovery but not a substitute for checking permissions, privacy policy, and version identity. 3.4 out of 5 across 393,851 ratings is a mixed signal. That does not automatically make the listing unsafe, but it does mean the APK identity, support links, screenshots, and privacy details deserve extra attention before you rely on the app.

The update signal is older than a year, about 1092 days ago. Treat that as a reason to verify Android compatibility, developer support, and whether the app still works as described.

Who this APK listing is for

ANT Radio Service is most relevant for Android users who want to compare apps before installing. A good fit means the app's stated purpose, screenshots, rating pattern, developer identity, and official source all support the same story. If you only need a quick category browse, compare it with nearby communication alternatives; if you are close to installing, slow down and check the APK identity rows first.

  • Best fit: Android users who want to compare apps before installing.
  • Review focus: source clarity, update freshness, developer reputation, privacy posture, and whether the app solves a real user problem.
  • Current public signal: 1,000,000,000+ installs and 3.4 out of 5 rating data.

APK source and identity

This page exposes APK metadata for the listing but does not claim to host a standalone APK package. That distinction is intentional. Use the package name, version, file size field, Android requirement, and official listing link as comparison points when you verify the app outside opskd.

  • Package: com.dsi.ant.service.socket.
  • Version shown: 4.18.00.
  • Source status: APK metadata only.
  • Integrity status: No standalone APK hash is published for this listing yet.

Listing quality signals

The useful signals for ANT Radio Service are not only the headline score. opskd reads the listing through category fit, developer transparency, version clarity, source status, screenshot availability, privacy policy access, and whether the official description makes specific claims that can be checked. For communication, the most important review focus is source clarity, update freshness, developer reputation, privacy posture, and whether the app solves a real user problem.

  • Ads or ad-like wording appear in the listing, so review whether placement interrupts active tasks or gameplay.
  • Category fit matters here: for communication, the review focus is source clarity, update freshness, developer reputation, privacy posture, and whether the app solves a real user problem.
  • Screenshots and developer links should support the claims made in the official description.

Trust checks before install

For communication apps, permissions can matter as much as the feature list. check permissions, file size, Android version, content rating, and the developer privacy policy before installing. A privacy policy is especially important when the app handles documents, children's activity, learning progress, files, cloud sync, user accounts, location, chat, or social features. If a permission does not fit the app's purpose, treat that as a reason to slow down and verify the developer's explanation.

  • Developer website — Check ownership, support channels, and product documentation from ANT+.
  • Privacy policy — Review what data may be collected, shared, or retained.
  • Official listing — Confirm the current version, rating, screenshots, and install availability.

Decision checklist

Use this checklist before acting on ANT Radio Service. It is designed for quick comparison across all APK listings on opskd, so every app keeps the same core fields visible while the surrounding review notes adapt to category, rating, update freshness, and source status.

  • Confirm that com.dsi.ant.service.socket matches the official listing before trusting any install path.
  • Compare version 4.18.00, file size Not published by official listing, and Android requirement: Check official listing before install.
  • Review ANT+'s privacy policy and support links, especially if the app asks for accounts, files, location, camera, microphone, contacts, or cloud sync.
  • Treat 3.4 out of 5 and 1,000,000,000+ installs as discovery signals, not proof that the app is safe or right for your device.

Bottom line: ANT Radio Service is worth considering only if its package name, developer, source status, version, Android requirement, privacy policy, and permission profile all make sense for your use case. opskd keeps every APK listing exposed while adding this review layer so the page offers more than copied store text and gives you a clearer path before installing.

Official listing description

This is the official app listing description provided for reference. It does not mean opskd hosts a direct APK file for this app.

ANT is a wireless protocol, similar to Bluetooth®, that is predominantly used for sport and fitness wireless connectivity. Pre-installed by the phone manufacturer, this service allows you to connect ANT+ devices to apps on your phone. ANT Wireless is a division of Garmin Canada Inc.

ANT enabled apps can utilize this service to connect:
• Heart Rate: Receive live heart rate data from heart rate straps or wearables produced by many popular manufacturers
• Fitness Equipment: Connect ANT+ enabled fitness equipment and bicycle trainers to popular training and workout apps
• Bike Speed and Cadence: Capture bike speed, distance, and/or cadence data
• Bike Power: Capture data from ANT+ cycling power meters such as Garmin Vector
• Stride-based Speed and Distance Monitor: Capture speed and distance data from running footpods

For a full list of compatible ANT+ apps and devices visit https://www.thisisant.com/directory/

FAQ:
How did this app get on my phone and is it spyware?
This service is standard software, included by the manufacturer of your phone. It is not illegally downloaded, and it is not spyware. It will not cause system malfunctions or pop-up ads to appear. It is not bloatware and typically uses a max of 20 MB of space. For example, on a 16GB phone, this service takes up 0.0013% of space. We do not pay phone manufacturers to have this service pre-installed.

How can I remove this service?
Since this service is standard software, you’re unable to delete it from your phone. Instead, you can disable this service by following the manufacturer’s instructions. The typical process is: settings>applications>application manager>appropriate app>force stop>disable

Disabling this service will not affect your phone’s software. If, in the future, you require the ability to connect to services and devices via ANT+, just enable the service again.

NOTE: Since this is a factory installed service, it may enable/re-download if you reset and/or update your phone. Don’t panic! Just follow the instructions to disable it again.

Does this service track me without my knowledge?
No. The ANT Radio Service and ANT+ Plugins Service applications provide a wireless connectivity service, similar to Bluetooth or WiFi, but with very low power. These services do not collect any personal data.

Is it difficult to develop an app with ANT+ capabilities and is there a fee?
Using the ANT+ plugins in your app to communicate with ANT+ devices is quick, easy, free and uses a simple API. Visit the ANT Android Developer page (http://www.thisisant.com/developer/ant/ant-in-android) for more information and to download the SDK.

How do I know if I own any ANT enabled products?
Visit https://www.thisisant.com/directory to search for ANT/ANT+ enabled products, devices and/or services.
Application popularity
68%
  • 393,851 ratings
  • 11,199 reviews

APK details

ANT Radio Service APK identity, source status, and install checks.

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  • Package namecom.dsi.ant.service.socket
  • Version4.18.00
  • File sizeNot published by official listing
  • Android requirementCheck official listing before install
  • APK sourceOfficial Google Play listing only
  • Integrity checkNo standalone APK hash is published for this listing yet
  • Safety noteInstall only after checking the official listing and requested permissions.
APK source checkopskd does not host a direct APK for this listing yet. We show the package name, version, file size, Android requirement, and official listing so you can verify the app before leaving the page.

App Information

  • DeveloperANT+
  • CategoryCommunication
  • Version4.18.00
  • Installs1,000,000,000+
  • UpdatedJun 8, 2023
  • ReleasedNov 5, 2010
  • Content ratingEveryone
  • Android versionAndroid
  • SizeUnknown

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