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TRMNL Buddy

LiveLiquid Labs Inc.9 apps · 5.3K installsToolsFreeink.trmnl.android.buddy

Monitor TRMNL displays, track battery, get news & blog updates - all in one app

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Total installs
1,231
exact · Play shows 1,000+
Installs / day
—
measured after our second crawl (about a day)
Rating
—★
— ratings · — reviews
Released
21 Oct 2025
12mo ago
Last update
17 Aug 2026
v2.18.1 · 2mo ago
Countries
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Install history

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Change timeline

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Country availability

Availability has not been checked for this app yet. “Check all countries” looks the app up in about 140 Google Play storefronts and shows where it is live, listed but not installable, or missing — plus any country-specific (custom) store listings.

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App manifest

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Data safety

declared by the developer on Google Play
  • No data shared with third parties
  • No data collected

This is the developer's own declaration, summarised from the Play listing. The permissions below show what the app is technically able to access.

Permissions

5 in 1 group
0 Sensitive2 Notable3 Routine
OtherNotable5

Access to miscellaneous device features that don't fit other categories

  • Start itself automatically as soon as your phone finishes turning onrun at startup · RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED
  • Keep your phone's processor or screen from going to sleep, which can use more batteryprevent device from sleeping · WAKE_LOCK
  • Check whether you are online and whether you use Wi-Fi or mobile dataview network connections · ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
  • Connect to the internet to load content and send datafull network access · INTERNET
  • Check with Google Play that you got this app legitimatelyGoogle Play license check · com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE

Sensitive = can reach personal data, location, camera/mic or act on your behalf. Notable = changes how your device behaves. Routine = normal for almost every app. Source: Google Play's permission list for all versions of this app.

Store listing

Full description
TRMNL Android Buddy is the essential companion app for managing your TRMNL e-ink display devices. Monitor device health, track battery life, stay updated with TRMNL announcements and blog posts, and manage your displays—all from your Android phone. ⚠️ Note: TRMNL Buddy currently *requires* TRMNL API keys. At least one device in your TRMNL account must have a developer edition or BYOD license to enable User API Keys. 📰 STAY INFORMED • Unified content feed with announcements and blog posts • Auto-rotating carousel showing latest updates • Smart visibility: only displays unread content • Filter by category, read/unread status • Multi-image blog post previews • Mark favorites for quick access • Background sync every 2 days (battery optimized) • Optional notifications for new content 📊 DEVICE MONITORING • View all your TRMNL devices in one place • Real-time battery level and WiFi signal strength • Animated progress indicators for quick status checks • Device preview showing current screen content • Refresh rate tracking for each device 🔋 BATTERY HEALTH TRACKING • Automatic weekly battery data collection • Historical battery charts with trajectory visualization • Manual battery recording when needed • Low battery notifications with configurable threshold • Opt-out option for privacy-conscious users 📱 DEVICE DETAILS • Comprehensive device information screen • Current voltage readings (when available) • WiFi signal strength in dBm • Device ID and MAC address management • Privacy-first design with obfuscated sensitive data 🎨 MODERN DESIGN • Material You support with dynamic theming (Android 12+) • Automatic dark mode based on system preferences • Edge-to-edge display for modern aesthetics • Smooth animations and haptic feedback • Material Design 3 components throughout 🔐 PRIVACY & SECURITY • Encrypted storage for API tokens • Device IDs and MAC addresses obfuscated by default • Toggle privacy mode to show/hide sensitive information • Secure DataStore for all preferences • No data shared with third parties • Offline-first architecture 📱 REQUIREMENTS • Android 9.0 (API 28) or higher • TRMNL account with API key (developer edition or BYOD license) • Internet connection for device data sync 🔗 USEFUL LINKS • TRMNL Website: https://trmnl.com/ • Report Issues: https://github.com/hossain-khan/trmnl-android-buddy/issues Perfect for TRMNL device owners who want to keep their e-ink displays running smoothly, monitor battery health, and stay updated with the latest TRMNL news!

What's new

🆕 Allows you to display next playlist image or rewind them from cache 📊 Take a look into your recipe analytics at a glance 📰 Added support to get news and blog updates from TRMNL 🔒 Secure dashboard with biometric authentication 📱 Content Hub with category filtering & favorites 🧑‍🍳 Browse recipe with categories and supported device from app 🌐 Updated TRMNL server URL and battery prediction optimization 📝 See playlist items in the device details screen with option to hide/skip items

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