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Download Garmin Alpha APK 4.9.0 Universal · Android 26+

By Garmin • Updated November 04, 2026
Maps & Navigation Universal Native (Java/Kotlin) 154.14 MB
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This is the universal build of Garmin Alpha 4.9.0. It contains native libraries for every CPU architecture (arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, x86, x86_64), so it installs on any Android device. The trade-off is size — it's larger than per-architecture variants. Pick this one if you're unsure which CPU your phone has, or if you plan to share the APK with multiple devices.

File size: 154.1 MB   •   Min Android: 26   •   Target Android: 34   •   Version code: 1222636   •   Framework: Native (Java/Kotlin)   •   Permissions: 42

File Information

Package Namecom.garmin.android.apps.alphamobile
Version Name4.9.0
Version Code1222636
ArchitectureUniversal
Min Android VersionAndroid 26 (API 34)
Main Activityui.SplashScreenActivity
FrameworkNative (Java/Kotlin)
File Size154.14 MB
Signature (SHA1)D26FA9B92B706AB6F186A52789D86A61A383269C
File Hash (SHA256)e35a959c7e9fcc485ab7f0c1422b858edb39c3429463732a84cdf1911b069deb

What's New

- Added the option to subscribe to Outdoor Maps+ from within the app
- Stability fixes for Alpha 200 series devices
- Bug fixes and improvements

App Description

Connect to the hunt with the Alpha® LTE dog tracker, using cellular technology (subscription required). Use your smartphone to track your dog’s movements with the Alpha® app. Connect your Alpha LTE tracking system to a compatible Garmin VHF dog tracking system (sold separately) to leverage either LTE or VHF tracking signals. Use the Alpha app to navigate and mark waypoints with integrated mapping.
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APK Permissions 42

  • android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID
  • android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION
  • android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION
  • android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
  • android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION
  • android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
  • android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE
  • android.permission.AUTHENTICATE_ACCOUNTS
  • android.permission.BLUETOOTH
  • android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN
  • android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT
  • android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN
  • android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
  • android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CONNECTED_DEVICE
  • android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC
  • android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS
  • android.permission.INTERNET
  • android.permission.MANAGE_ACCOUNTS
  • android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS
  • android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES
  • android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
  • android.permission.READ_INTERNAL_STORAGE
  • android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED
  • android.permission.REQUEST_COMPANION_RUN_IN_BACKGROUND
  • android.permission.REQUEST_COMPANION_START_FOREGROUND_SERVICES_FROM_BACKGROUND
  • android.permission.REQUEST_COMPANION_USE_DATA_IN_BACKGROUND
  • android.permission.VIBRATE
  • android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
  • android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
  • android.permission.WRITE_INTERNAL_STORAGE
  • com.garmin.android.apps.alphamobile.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
  • com.garmin.android.apps.alphamobile.permission.RECEIVE_BROADCASTS
  • com.garmin.android.apps.connectmobile.gncs.ContentProvider
  • com.garmin.android.apps.connectmobile.permission.RECEIVE_BROADCASTS
  • com.garmin.android.apps.dive.gncs.ContentProvider
  • com.garmin.android.apps.explore.develop.gncs.ContentProvider
  • com.garmin.android.apps.explore.gncs.ContentProvider
  • com.garmin.android.apps.golf.gncs.ContentProvider
  • com.garmin.coresample.gncs.ContentProvider
  • com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE
  • com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE
  • com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID

Frequently Asked Questions about Garmin Alpha APK

This is the universal variant — a single APK that contains native libraries for every CPU architecture. It installs on any Android device but is larger than per-architecture variants.

Yes — the APK's signature has been cryptographically verified against the publisher's signing key. The SHA-256 hash is shown in the File Information panel so you can independently confirm the file matches the original release.

Android 26 (API level 34) or newer. Older devices will refuse the install.

Install a free app like 'CPU-Z' or 'Droid Hardware Info' from the Play Store and look at the ABI / Instruction Set row. Most phones made after 2017 are arm64-v8a; if in doubt, download the universal variant.

All variants are functionally identical — same features, same version. They differ only in which CPU architectures the native code is compiled for, and (sometimes) which screen densities the included graphics target. Pick the one that matches your device for the smallest install size, or pick 'Universal' if you're unsure.