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F-Droid New Features Bring Unlimited Possibilities!Your NSPanel Pro, More Than Just a Control Panel.

F-Droid New Features Bring Unlimited Possibilities!Your NSPanel Pro, More Than Just a Control Panel.

Introduction

Have you ever wished for more flexibility in your central control screen—to freely add handy gadgets just like on your familiar handheld devices? Have you looked forward to downloading the Home Assistant installation package directly on your central screen? Or perhaps you’ve longed for a lighter and smoother control experience?

Now, the firmware update for NSPanel Pro brings the all-new F‑Droid app store, along with performance optimizations at the native framework level. Enjoy smoother scrolling, faster response times, and improved support for the newly introduced F‑Droid features. It’s no longer just a control terminal—it’s an smart application platform that delivers a whole new experience!

Major Upgrade: Support for Home Assistant & Diverse Apps!

What's F-Droid?

F‑Droid is a free and open‑source app store that offers ad‑free, privacy‑respecting applications verified by the open‑source community. Covering personalized and creative apps, it lets you effortlessly enrich your life with NSPanel Pro.

  • A Revolutionary Experience: Say goodbye to slow loading and compatibility issues. Enjoy native app‑like smooth touch control, responsive interactions, and significantly reduced heat generation.
  • A Elevated Experience: Now you can install the official Home Assistant app and a variety of other apps directly from F‑Droid—ready for you to explore and develop.

What Does F‑Droid Support Mean for NSPanel Pro?

NSPanel Pro + F‑Droid transforms the wall‑mounted screen from a mere “remote control” into your home’s true “Smart Home Brain” and “Live Information Hub.”
It’s time to unleash the full potential of your central control screen!

Fun Examples

Scenario 1: The Home Assistant Command Center

  • If you're a seasoned Home Assistant user, a tech enthusiast, or someone who loves diving into smart home customization, NSPanel Pro is the ideal control panel for deep customization and free tinkering.
  • Example: Install and run the official HA app directly on NSPanel Pro. The screen displays real‑time status of all your home devices, and with HA’s powerful automation, you can control HA‑managed devices locally right from the central screen—no need to rely on a phone or computer.
  • Home Assistant Installation Steps:

    a. Install the App

    • Update your NSPanel Pro to the latest system version.
    • Swipe down from the top of the screen to open the dropdown menu, find and tap the “F‑Droid” icon to enter the open‑source app store.
    • You can locate “Home Assistant” under “Latest” or “Categories”, or simply tap the search icon in the bottom‑right corner to look it up.
    • Once found, enter the app details page and tap the “Install” button.
    • After installation, you can find and open Home Assistant  either in the "Installed Apps" section of F-Droid or directly in your app list.

    b. Configure Connection

    • On first launch, the app will guide you through setup. Ensure your NSPanel Pro is connected to the same local network as your Home Assistant server.
    • The app will automatically scan and list available Home Assistant servers on the network. Simply select your server and log in to establish the connection.
    • If your server is not automatically detected, tap the “Enter Address manually” option at the bottom and enter the local IP address of your Home Assistant server.

    c. Start Using

    • After a successful connection, you will be taken directly to the familiar Home Assistant interface. Now, your wall‑mounted NSPanel Pro has transformed into a localized, always‑within‑reach smart home control hub, making it easier than ever to manage everything.

Scenario 2: The Family’s “Information & Entertainment Display”

If you value lifestyle quality and a cozy home atmosphere, NSPanel Pro still has plenty to offer. Here are a few apps worth trying:


📅 Fossify Calendar: Your Schedule Manager
Search for and install “Fossify Calendar” in F‑Droid. This clean, ad‑free calendar and notes app lets you intuitively manage daily schedules and set reminders right on your NSPanel Pro, keeping family plans clearly in view.

⛅ Breezy Weather: A Weather Station on Your Wall 
Install “Breezy Weather” to view accurate, real‑time weather for your location and easily add forecasts for other cities. With a beautiful interface and open‑source data, it’s the perfect companion for planning outings.

🎧 AntennaPod: Your Home Podcast Station

Want to listen to your favorite shows while doing chores? Install AntennaPod, a highly regarded open‑source podcast app. It offers a vast collection of podcasts, allowing you to immerse yourself in knowledge or stories anytime at home.

But the potential doesn’t stop there. The F‑Droid store opens the door to “app freedom”:

  • For Geeks: Install “Termux” to turn NSPanel Pro into a lightweight Linux computer—run scripts, develop, and debug directly.
  • For Families: Install “K-9 Mail” to quickly check delivery notifications, or “Musekit” to fill your home with music.
  • For Everyone: Explore a sea of tools, productivity apps, and creative software to make your control screen truly one‑of‑a‑kind.


Handy Tips

Advanced Settings (v4.x and later):
NSPanel Pro now supports Android‑system-level settings through the “Advanced Settings” feature:

  • Customize the bottom navigation bar for quick controls—say goodbye to cumbersome operations. Flexibly navigate back, switch or clear background apps, and adjust volume with ease.

  • Fully personalize alarm, media playback, and notification sounds.
  • Use the Storage entry to monitor device storage usage in real time and clear cache with one tap for effortless space management.

Floating Return Button:
When using third‑party apps, press the side button to instantly switch back to the NSPanel Pro home interface. The button becomes a freely draggable floating ball that can be placed anywhere out of the way. Whenever you need to return, just tap the floating ball to instantly go back to the NSPanel Pro home screen.

Note: The language displayed in F‑Droid follows the language setting configured in NSPanel Pro’s newly updated “Advanced Settings.”

Get Yours Now—Experience It Today!
Discover Even More Advanced Features and Settings Waiting to Be Explored!

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Announcement

NEW!! The upcoming “App Management” feature, launching on December 8th, will allow you to set any supported third-party app as your startup screen, and seamlessly switch between app interfaces using “Assistant Touch”!

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Note:The V4.x version is continuously being updated and optimized. We will keep refining the experience based on your feedback. To stay informed about the latest version releases, please visit the link below. If you encounter any issues after upgrading, you can also submit feedback via the same link. Our development team will communicate directly with you to help identify and resolve problems quickly.
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We warmly welcome you to share your F-Droid experience and insights here—your suggestions and stories will be our greatest motivation!
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