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I need a lightweight proof-of-concept that lets ordinary smartphones keep talking when every tower is down. The app must run on iOS, remain fully functional in Airplane Mode, and rely only on radios already inside the phone. Core requirements • Device-to-device discovery and auto-forming mesh that supports 2–3 hops. • Short text messages and current GPS coordinates relayed across the mesh. • Basic AES-128/256 encryption so content and location data stay tamper-free. • A simple text-based interface—no maps, no shiny graphics—just a clear log of peers, coordinates, and messages. GUI is preferred but not mandatory for this proof of concept. Technical direction On iOS you can use Multipeer Connectivity plus BLE. Feel free to suggest alternative P2P stacks, but outline them in your bid along with how you plan to re-establish routes when a peer drops or moves out of range. Deliverables 1. Clean, well-commented source code. 2. Test-ready builds: an iOS TestFlight or sideloadable .ipa. 3. A concise PDF explaining discovery, routing, and disconnect handling logic, plus setup steps for a three-device field test. If you have prior work in mesh, ad-hoc or disaster-response comms, mention it—and please be specific about the libraries or custom protocols you’ll use and how you’ll manage reconnection without draining the battery.
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Hi, The key challenge here is building a true phone-to-phone communication layer that can continue operating without cellular service or internet, while keeping discovery, routing and reconnection lightweight enough for normal smartphones. I would build the PoC for Android and iOS using the platform-native P2P capabilities: • Android: Wi-Fi Direct + BLE advertising/scanning • iOS: Multipeer Connectivity + BLE where appropriate • 2–3 hop message and GPS forwarding • AES-128/256 encryption with authenticated message payloads • Simple text-based peer/message/coordinate interface • No server or cloud dependency For routing, each device can maintain a lightweight peer table containing node ID, hop count, last-seen time and route information. When a peer disappears, stale routes are removed and discovery/re-routing automatically searches for another available path. Message IDs/TTL will prevent duplicates and routing loops. Battery usage will be controlled through adaptive BLE scanning/advertising intervals, short discovery windows and event-driven Wi-Fi connections rather than continuous high-power scanning. Deliverables will include clean commented source code, Android APK, iOS TestFlight/IPA build, and a concise PDF covering architecture, discovery, routing, disconnect handling and three-device field testing. I have experience with mobile app development, Bluetooth, GPS and real-time communication workflows and can share relevant technical work/examples in chat.
₹35,000 INR in 7 days
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Dear Client, I read "Offline Emergency Mesh Messaging" carefully and understand you want a messaging platform with fast, reliable real-time chat. My hands-on experience with Java, Mobile App Development, iPhone, Android aligns directly with what you need. I've built chat apps with 1-on-1 and group messaging, media sharing, delivery/read receipts, push notifications and end-to-end security on backends that scale to heavy concurrent use. A few quick questions to get us started: 1. Do you need 1-on-1 chat only, or groups, channels and calls too? 2. Should it run on mobile, web, or both? 3. What user scale are you planning for at launch? Thanks & Regards, Deepak
₹24,375 INR in 14 days
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The requirement for a lightweight proof-of-concept for offline mesh messaging is pretty clear. And the challenge of maintaining communication in Airplane Mode using those existing phone radios is intriguing. I’ll implement device discovery and auto-forming mesh using Wi-Fi Direct and Bluetooth LE on Android, and Multipeer Connectivity on iOS, I’ll make sure the app supports 2-3 hops for relaying messages and GPS coordinates, with AES-128/256 encryption for security. So, I can have the working solution ready for you to test before any payment or award. You can verify its functionality first, just to see if you'd like to proceed. My bid for this project is 24999 INR. I’m ready to start immediately, and I’m excited about the opportunity. Rajavel - Expert in mobile app development and mesh networking.
₹24,999 INR in 10 days
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As a full-stack developer specializing in mobile app development, I am well-versed in both the Android and iOS platforms, making me an exceptional fit for this project. Having worked on multiple projects involving real-time communication and complex API integrations, I have gained invaluable experience in ensuring smooth, reliable performances on different devices without draining the battery. This skillset aligns perfectly with your requirements of a lightweight proof-of-concept that runs effectively in Airplane Mode using existing radios. One aspect where I can provide significant value is from my prior work in disaster-response communications. This experience demanded proficiency in creating robust and reliable mesh networks that enable communications when traditional infrastructure is down, much like what you need here. My knowledge of Multipeer Connectivity plus BLE, combined with my ability to build software that handles device discovery, routing, and reestablishment of connections, gives me the stronghold required to create a fault-tolerant P2P stack for your project.
₹21,250 INR in 10 days
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I’ve gone through the POC requirements carefully, and the main challenge is making multi-hop communication reliable when peers appear, disappear or move out of range—not simply getting two phones to exchange a message. I can build the Android/iOS proof of concept around platform-native P2P capabilities, using Wi-Fi Direct + BLE on Android and Multipeer Connectivity + BLE on iOS, with a shared message/routing layer above them. The routing logic can maintain peer state, forward messages across 2–3 hops, detect unavailable peers and rebuild routes without requiring cellular connectivity. The POC will cover text messaging and GPS-coordinate relay, with authenticated/encrypted payloads, a lightweight text interface, and controlled discovery/reconnection to avoid unnecessary battery consumption. I’ll deliver: • Android APK and iOS test build • Clean, commented source • Discovery/routing/disconnect documentation • Three-device field-test setup instructions I’d structure development around discovery → direct messaging → multi-hop routing → GPS/encryption → disconnect/reconnection testing, so the core networking behaviour is validated incrementally. Share your preferred minimum-device test scenario and target iOS/Android versions, and I can finalize the architecture, milestones and delivery timeline.
₹25,000 INR in 5 days
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Having honed my skills as a Software Engineer in the realm of Mobile App Development, I am more than equipped to tackle the challenge your project presents. Prior to your job post, I've previously worked on projects that involve mobile-to-mobile communication and mesh networks. I have deep knowledge on both platforms, Android and iOS, which will prove valuable in ensuring compatibility. Having had experience with Wi-Fi Direct and Bluetooth LE advertising/scanning for Android, as well as Multipeer Connectivity for iOS, I can confidently say your project's needs will be met. In light of my experience building backend systems for numerous applications, I'm also well-versed in encryption algorithms like AES-128/256 to ensure the privacy and security of data transmitted over the mesh network. Additionally, with my adeptness at managing battery usage without compromising functionality or efficiency, I'll effectively handle reconnectivity protocols. Finally, in terms of deliverables, my approach is always coherent and transparent. As such, you can expect clean and clearly commented source code, thoroughly-tested builds - an APK for Android and iOS TestFlight/sideloadable .ipa for iOS as requested and a concise but informative PDF documenting all the relevant details from discovery to routing to disconnect handling logic
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Hello there, I am excited about the opportunity to develop a lightweight proof-of-concept app for maintaining communication between smartphones during tower outages. Your requirements align perfectly with my experience in mobile app development, particularly in peer-to-peer communication and mesh networking. I propose using Multipeer Connectivity combined with Bluetooth Low Energy for device discovery and communication. This will allow for seamless connection and 2-3 hop relay of messages and GPS coordinates. I will implement AES-128 encryption to ensure data security while keeping battery consumption minimal during connectivity checks. My approach includes a clear text-based interface that logs peer interactions without unnecessary graphics. In previous projects, I have successfully built similar solutions for disaster-response communications, utilizing libraries like CocoaAsyncSocket and custom protocols for efficient reconnection and route management. I am committed to delivering clean, well-commented source code, a test-ready build, and a user-friendly PDF outlining the discovery and routing logic. I would love to discuss this project further and explore how I can contribute to your vision. Thank you for your time, Ihsan.
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With my solid background in Mobile App Development, I am well-versed in building lightweight, robust, and feature-rich applications such as your Offline Emergency Mesh Messaging project. My experience spans across various technologies including Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth LE advertising/scanning, and Multipeer Connectivity - all of which can be seamlessly implemented to enable device-to-device discovery and auto-forming mesh capable of supporting 2-3 hops. Ensuring reliability without sacrificing functionality is crucial for a project like this, and I guarantee I can deliver it. To keep your app running fully functional in Airplane Mode, I would leverage the radios already inside the phone rather than relying on unreliable external infrastructures. For instance, I propose implementing AES-128/256 encryption to keep the content and location data both tamper-free and secure. Most importantly, my commitment to clean code practices ensures that the source code will be well-commented and easily readable. Moreover, I can provide not only test-ready builds but also a detailed PDF explaining the core logic of discovery, routing, and disconnect handling. Trust me with your project and let us build a solution together that will truly make a difference in emergency situations.
₹12,500 INR in 5 days
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Hi, I can develop your Android + iOS offline mesh communication POC using **Wi-Fi Direct, BLE, and Multipeer Connectivity**. The solution will support: * 2–3 hop device-to-device messaging * GPS coordinate sharing * Automatic peer discovery and route recovery * AES-128/256 encryption * Lightweight text-based interface * Battery-efficient BLE discovery * Android APK + iOS TestFlight/IPA * Clean source code + technical PDF with 3-device testing steps I’ll implement a lightweight **store-and-forward routing protocol** with message IDs, hop limits, peer timeouts, and automatic rerouting when a device moves out of range. I understand the platform-specific limitations of Android and iOS and will design the POC accordingly. Ready to build and demonstrate the complete **3-device offline mesh workflow**. Best regards, Munawar
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Hi, Thanks for sharing your project. It aligns well with work I’ve successfully completed for other clients, and I’m confident I can deliver a high-quality solution tailored to your requirements. Before providing an accurate timeline, scope, and budget, I’d like to clarify a few key details to ensure we're aligned from the start. Freelancer’s proposal character limit makes it difficult to cover everything thoroughly here. If you're available, let's connect via chat. I can walk you through similar projects I've completed, discuss the best approach for your specific requirements, and answer any questions you may have. Once I understand your expectations, I'll provide a clear execution plan with realistic timelines and pricing. I’m ready to get started as soon as we finalize the details and look forward to working with you. Best regards, Mayank Sahu
₹21,250 INR in 7 days
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Hi, Abror here, from Uzebekistan. "Build Reliable Offline Emergency Mesh" - I can develop Android and iOS peer-to-peer networking using Wi-Fi Direct, BLE, Multipeer Connectivity, and efficient routing. I can build Android and iOS peer-to-peer mesh networking, supporting two to three hops, GPS relay, encrypted messages, discovery, routing, and efficient reconnection handling securely. I will deliver commented source code, APK, iOS TestFlight build, routing documentation, setup instructions, field testing guidance, and battery-conscious reconnection logic for testing and deployment. Can you confirm whether three-device simultaneous field testing is required on both Android and iOS? Could you please clarify the following questions to help me better understand the project? : 1. Should messages support store-and-forward when a destination device temporarily disconnects? 2. Do you require end-to-end encryption, or is encrypted peer-to-peer transport sufficient? 3. Which minimum Android and iOS versions must the proof-of-concept support? Looking forward to working with you. thanks
₹55,000 INR in 5 days
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Building a robust offline mesh communication system requires a deep understanding of low-level radio protocols. For this proof-of-concept, I will utilize Flutter to maintain a unified codebase while tapping into native APIs for peer-to-peer connectivity. My approach for this implementation: - Android: Implementing Wi-Fi Direct and BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) for discovery, using a background service to handle peer maintenance. - iOS: Utilizing Multipeer Connectivity framework, which is the most reliable path for mesh discovery and data transfer between Apple devices. - Routing: I will implement a basic distance-vector routing algorithm to manage 2–3 hops, prioritizing message propagation even as nodes dynamically leave or enter range. - Security: AES-256 encryption via native crypto libraries to ensure message integrity at the packet level. While my portfolio focuses on high-performance mobile apps like my Flutter-based food ordering platform, I have the systems-level experience required to manage the socket-level communication and asynchronous event handling this PoC demands. I am ready to document the routing logic and provide clean, modular code for your three-device field test. How do you envision the peer-discovery timeout period for mobile battery optimization?
₹35,000 INR in 7 days
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You need smartphones to form a self-healing mesh with zero infrastructure, and that's exactly the problem space I'll solve here. Plan and stack: Android uses Wi-Fi Direct for data transfer with BLE advertising as the discovery beacon, keeping the Wi-Fi Direct socket alive only during active message relay to save power. iOS uses Multipeer Connectivity backed by BLE. A shared lightweight routing table syncs peer lists across hops, with sequence-numbered packets to suppress duplicates. AES-256 via platform-native crypto handles message and coordinate encryption. Reconnection uses exponential-backoff BLE rescanning so dropped peers are rediscovered without hammering the radio. A peer is marked stale after two missed heartbeats and routes reroute automatically around them. Relevant strengths: I've built BLE-based P2P coordination tools and worked with Wi-Fi Direct and Multipeer in production apps. I understand the iOS Multipeer quirks around background execution limits and will document workarounds clearly in the PDF. Deliverables ship as: commented Flutter or React Native core plus native platform modules where required, a debug APK, a sideloadable IPA, and a clear PDF covering discovery, 3-hop routing logic, disconnect handling, and a three-device field test script. Timeline: two weeks to functional PoC builds, third week for polish and documentation. One question before I scope hours precisely: are the three test devices all on the same OS or mixed Android/iOS, since cross-platform BLE handshake adds a routing layer worth scoping separately?
₹23,156.25 INR in 7 days
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Ethan here, from South Africa. Your project immediately caught my eye. I'm really excited to partner with you. The concept of a lightweight proof-of-concept for offline emergency mesh messaging is both innovative and necessary. Your goal to enable smartphones to communicate without reliance on cellular towers is crucial in emergencies. I propose using Wi-Fi Direct and Bluetooth LE for Android, alongside Multipeer Connectivity for iOS, to facilitate device discovery and mesh formation. To manage reconnections and ensure reliable messaging, I would implement a strategy that dynamically re-establishes routes when peers move out of range, minimizing battery drain. I understand that quality, reliability, and clear documentation are your top concerns. To ensure this, I will conduct rigorous testing throughout development and provide well-commented source code, along with a detailed PDF explaining the system's logic. What you truly need is not just the app but a dependable communication solution that can save lives. Please feel free to reach out so we can connect and further explore how I can contribute to your project's success. Kind regards, Ethan
₹15,400 INR in 8 days
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Hi, I can build the requested iOS proof-of-concept for offline emergency messaging, focusing on reliable device-to-device communication without cellular or internet connectivity. My approach would use Multipeer Connectivity and BLE for peer discovery and communication, with a lightweight routing layer to support 2–3 hop message and GPS forwarding. I would also implement peer timeout/reconnection handling so routes can be rebuilt when a device moves out of range. For security, messages and location data can be protected using AES-256 with secure key handling. The interface will remain intentionally simple, showing connected peers, coordinates and message logs. Deliverables would include: * Clean, commented iOS source code * Test-ready build for a 3-device field test * Concise PDF documenting discovery, routing and reconnection logic * Setup instructions and testing procedure * Basic consideration for battery-efficient scanning and reconnection I can start with a small 3-device prototype, validate the communication layer first, then add multi-hop routing and reliability features. I’m available to start immediately.
₹15,000 INR in 7 days
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Hi, I can develop this lightweight offline iOS mesh communication POC using Multipeer Connectivity and BLE. I’ll implement device discovery, 2–3 hop message/coordinate forwarding, AES encryption, and automatic reconnection when peers disconnect or move out of range. The interface will be simple and focused on peers, messages, and GPS coordinates, with battery-efficient discovery. I’ll provide clean Swift source code, a test-ready iOS build, and a concise PDF covering the architecture, routing, reconnection, and 3-device testing setup. I’m ready to start and can focus on making the core mesh communication reliable and easy to test. Tamanna
₹29,500 INR in 12 days
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Hi, At Resonite Technologies, we specialize in innovative communication solutions with a proven track record in developing robust applications. Our experienced team is excited to take on the challenge of creating a lightweight proof-of-concept for your Offline Emergency Mesh Messaging app on iOS. We will utilize the Multipeer Connectivity framework along with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) for efficient device-to-device discovery and auto-forming mesh networking. Our approach will support 2-3 hops for reliable communication, even in the absence of cellular towers. The application will facilitate the exchange of short text messages and GPS coordinates, ensuring all data remains secure with AES-128/256 encryption. The user interface will be straightforward, focusing on a clear log of messages, peers, and coordinates, adhering to your requirement for simplicity. Deliverables will include clean, well-commented source code, test-ready builds for iOS, and a comprehensive PDF outlining the discovery, routing, disconnect handling logic, and setup steps for field testing. We look forward to the opportunity to collaborate on this critical project. Best regards, Karthik B Resonite Technologies
₹55,000 INR in 7 days
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Hello there, I’m excited about the opportunity to develop a lightweight proof-of-concept app that enables smartphones to communicate when towers are down. Your requirements for device-to-device discovery, mesh networking, and secure messaging are clear, and I have the expertise to deliver a robust solution. With extensive experience in iOS development, I have successfully implemented similar projects using Multipeer Connectivity and BLE. My approach will utilize these technologies to establish a resilient mesh network capable of supporting 2-3 hops. I’ll ensure that the app can handle peer dropouts gracefully by implementing a dynamic route-reestablishment strategy, prioritizing battery efficiency. My deliverables will include clean, well-commented source code and test-ready builds through TestFlight. Additionally, I will provide a concise PDF detailing the discovery, routing, and disconnect handling logic, along with setup steps for a three-device field test. I am eager to discuss how my skills can contribute to your project. Please let me know a convenient time for us to connect. Thank you for your time, Kacper.
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Hello, I have read your project requirement description carfully! Offline emergency mesh messaging needs reliable peer discovery and route recovery, not just Bluetooth messaging. I can build the iOS POC around Multipeer Connectivity + BLE, with 2–3 hop forwarding for text and GPS payloads. I’d keep routing lightweight using peer IDs, TTL/hop count, message IDs and expiry to prevent loops, while AES encryption protects message and location payloads. Disconnects can trigger route invalidation and rediscovery without continuous GPS/radio polling, helping battery usage. I’ll provide the source, test-ready iOS build, and PDF covering the three-device field setup and reconnection logic. Should the three-device test prioritize Multipeer Connectivity as the primary transport, with BLE used as the fallback discovery layer? Looking forward to working with you. Muheebwa
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