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DVB-T dongles based on the Realtek RTL2832U, R820T (RTL SDR) can be used as a cheap AIS receiver.
The app is decoding the VHF signales received via the USB dongle.
This driver could be used by third party applications to implement AIS processing.
Keep in mind that this application on its own may not be very useful as it is just a driver.
In this Driver app a small demo apllication is included to test your dongle.
Supported dongles:
-- Any so called RTL SDR dongel,
TUTORIAL
https://www.ebctech.eu/rtl-sdr-ais-receiver/
Full version of the app
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.ebctech.ais_share
DISCLAIMER:
RECEIVING OF AIS DATA VIA VHF RADIO AND MODIFYIED SOFTWARE/RADIO MAY BE ILLEGAL IN YOUR COUNTRY.
NEVER USE THIS APP FOR NAVIGATION PURPOSE
Latest Version
1.3.7Uploaded by
Gabuls Gany Edes
Requires Android
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Flag as inappropriateLast updated on May 15, 2026
MAJOR UPDATE. Please contact: info@ebctech.eu
RTL-SDR Blog V4 compatibility added.
Better reception & accuracy with improved tuning precision for more reliable AIS decoding.
Improved stability with critical internal fixes.
Better power efficiency through optimized SDR communication.
Android 16 ready.
FAQ: https://www.ebctech.eu/faq-ais-share-rtl-ais-driver/