SpaceBeam

F-Droid Open Source | Graphics

8 Downloads 14 Views v4.1 17.32 MB 4.1+

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Editor's Overview

SpaceBeam is a graphics application developed by F-Droid Open Source, packaged as a single Android APK of version 4.1 weighing in at 17.32 MB. The package targets Android 4.1+ and above. Below you'll find the publisher's own description, a quick spec sheet, and a short buyer-beware checklist so you know exactly what you're installing before tapping download.

Install Checklist

Only download through the button on this page — never from third-party mirrors or shortened links, which are the most common way malware spreads.
File size is a light 17.32 MB, so it installs quickly even on modest connections.
This build is signed by "F-Droid Open Source" — always verify the developer name matches what's listed on the app's official store page before installing an update.
After install, Android may prompt you to allow "Install from unknown sources" — approve only this one install, then revoke the permission in Settings > Apps > Special access.
We link directly to the APK file or the publisher's repository; we do not modify the binary. Always run a virus scan after any sideloaded install.

About this app

SpaceBeam transforms your camera feed into a psychedelic, real-time geometry pattern generator. It transmits the image as a second screen
to be shared over miracast or hdmi.

Features:
* kaleidoscope effects
* Front/Back Camera as Input source
* RTSP as input-source
* Image/Video (playlists) as input-source
* Generative Shaders as input-source
* Feedback as input-source
* Different merge modes (add, subtract, multiply ...)
* Accelerometer as modulation for parameters
* Bluetooth MIDI controller as modulation source
* BPM tap and beat synced LFOs
* 9 presets slots with smooth transitions between presets
* Auto-Play mode
* Undo/Redo buttons

Recommended Setup:
Run this app on a Samsung Android device (e.g. Samsung S20 FE). Samsung is the only system still supporting miracast. Look for the option "Smart View".
Connect to any smart TV/Projector that supports miracast. Or connect to a miracast-hdmi-dongle.
Optional: Use a second phone as remote camera. Take the second phone, install "IP Webcam" app.
On main phone, host a wifi hotspot, or bring both phones into the same external wifi.
Select the rtsp input in the app and enter the address "rtsp://192.168.30.40:8080/h264_ulaw.sdp" (the IP adress is shown on the remote cam phone when the server is running).
You should get a remote image from the second phone through quite some distance.
Alternatively to using IP Camera, you can use "Screen Stream" App to share another phones screen and make visuals out of any app (recommended apps: Fluid, Frakls ..)

This way you can very easily create stunning visual art setups all just with a phone and not tons of cabling and heavy computers with expensive software.

Hope you enjoy this, if you do, send me a mail :)
info@calmyjane.com
www.calmyjane.com

Permission Notes:
Network Usage is needed for streaming Videos from other devices into the app. The app does not communicate with the internet. If your OS allows, you can block Network Usage for the app, this will cause error message when trying to add RTSP sources, but otherwise won't affect the apps performance.

Modifying System Settings is needed to force the screen timeout to infinite. The "keep screen on" flag doesnt work on all devices, if your screen turns black you can force it on in the settings menu. This needs permission to modify system settings. No other settings except screen timeout are touched by the app.

Details

Version	v4.1
Size	17.32 MB
Developer	F-Droid Open Source
Category	Graphics
Package	com.calmyjane.spacebeam
Android	4.1+
Last Updated	Oct 31, 2026
Downloads	8

Frequently Asked Questions

Is SpaceBeam free to download?
Yes. The APK file linked from this page is free. The developer may offer in-app purchases once installed, but obtaining the installer itself costs nothing.

What Android version does SpaceBeam require?
Android 4.1+ or newer. Installing on older devices may cause crashes or refuse to install.

Is SpaceBeam safe to install?
We link to the exact APK published by F-Droid Open Source. We do not modify the file. Still, as with any sideloaded app, scan it with a reputable antivirus before opening it, and only grant permissions the app genuinely needs.

How do I update SpaceBeam?
Install the newer version on top of the old one — Android will keep your data. If the signature differs, uninstall first (you may lose local progress).

Why is the app not installing?
Common causes: not enough storage, an older Android version than 4.1+, or a conflicting build already installed. Free up space, check your OS version, and uninstall any previous copy before retrying.

How to Download & Install SpaceBeam

Tap the Download APK button above and save the file to your device.
Open your device Settings → Security (or Apps → Special access → Install unknown apps) and allow your file manager or browser to install unknown apps for this one file only.
Open the downloaded com.calmyjane.spacebeam.apk file from your Downloads folder.
Tap Install and wait for Android to finish.
Open «SpaceBeam» by F-Droid Open Source and grant only the permissions it actually needs.
Revoke the "unknown sources" permission once you are done installing.

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