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Basically, if I have a torrent subscription set up on my computer to download files to it on an automated schedule, can I then use Tasker or another app to check for those files and tell my over-the-air app Airstream to download them to my tablet.
Here's my situation, I work out of my car, I don't pay for a high-speed hotspot, and my Nexus 7 is what I want to use in my car to watch videos while I wait around at work for things that are out of my control to happen. I sit and wait a lot, where there isn't wifi, and my sad old android phone would be a poor excuse for a hotspot on a 3G (but really, slower than that) network that wouldn't be able to stream anything to me from anywhere else anyway. I want to automate the process of sending videos from my computer to my tablet, because I want the files saved on the computer and delete-able on the go on my tablet.
TORRENT--->>COMPUTER--->>TABLET fully automated.
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Have attempted to search forums for this and have not found anything... I understand this might be a limited use case...
The ability to create a wifi hotspot is gone from the build of android running on the N7. Is there a way to add it back in?
At first this might seem bizarre since the N7 doesn't have any 3G to share. I would like to be able to transfer files to the N7 using wifi but without relying on another device. I can use AirDroid to transfer files, however without the wifi hotspot feature this is a moot point. Sadly the play store seems to only offer apps that create a shortcut to the built in hotspot features and don't work.
That sounds bizarre.
Tell us what it is you want to accomplish in detail.
Hemidroids said:
That sounds bizarre.
Tell us what it is you want to accomplish in detail.
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As it stands, for me to transfer files wirelessly between my laptop and N7, I would need a wireless network. I don't currently have a wireless network to connect to. Instead, I want to use the hotspot on the N7, connect with my laptop and then use AirDroid or similar to transfer files.
I suppose a similar way to accomplish this would be with an AdHoc network, although I believe Android will not connect to these with it's default configuration.
Because Bluetooth doesn't exist? I'm a little confused on what you're really asking. =.3
Sure, I guess the end result is a little like sharing files over Bluetooth. Except without Bluetooth, obviously.
Not sure how I can make this any clearer. :/
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Uh.......plug the USB cable in.
AirDroid
Not sure whats the trouble with my N7. My Win 8 laptop fails to see it in the MTP mode. It does see it sometimes if I change to PTP but then the data copying capabilities get limited.
I was trying to capitalize the "WiFi Direct" to move files from my Note-2 to N7 but looks like there as well are some problems. I can pair but I can't transfer no files.
Are there any options other than the USB OTG? I personally hate carrying extra stuff, however small it be. Since the phone would always be with me, its the most logical thing to carry all the data (have odd 40gigs available) on the phone and transfer to the N7 wherever the need be.
Anyone ?
Bluetooth?
If you don't want to go otg then I don't see any other option if wifi won't work.
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Bluetooth?
If you don't want to go otg then I don't see any other option if wifi won't work.
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Bluetooth is slower than a snail.
The issue is some frakked up rights issue. The devices pair fine via wifi. The transfer gets rolled down by some "Transfer not allowed" $hit. Even NFC doesn't seem to be complying.
I am very sure some custom ROM would get that fixed but then what is the point? I need pure google experience.
May be some app on play store?
In the worst case I'll sell this thing off. The Note-2 is good enough for most of my needs except for movie watching (and book reading (and internet browsing (and timely updates (and simplicity (and.....:silly))))
Dropbox
darkmatthew said:
Dropbox
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Good option while at my home but not when I am on the move. Transferring big files is again a hassle. Not to mention the data network dependency. I just need something which can workout directly between the Note-2 and N7.
Installhttp://fdmobileinventions.blogspot.com/p/fast-file-transfer.html on phone. It uses WiFi tether in your phone. On tablet to receive file(s) you need to connect to WiFi and enter link in browser. I bookmarked link for easy use.
No data connection on phone required.
I've used AirDroid to transfer files between two Nexus 7 tablets. They need to both be on the same WiFi network so it is not direct. Just install and start AirDroid on your Nexus. Then direct the browser on your Samsung to the web address and enter the password - both listed on the Nexus. Files can be transferred in either direction. No need to install AirDroid on the Samsung.
You can also connect your Nexus to your PC this way.
Nexus Media Importer is another possibility. It will import files from a flash drive to your Nexus over an OTG USB cable but will not transfer files from the Nexus to the flash drive.
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Installhttp://fdmobileinventions.blogspot.com/p/fast-file-transfer.html on phone. It uses WiFi tether in your phone. On tablet to receive file(s) you need to connect to WiFi and enter link in browser. I bookmarked link for easy use.
No data connection on phone required.
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jinx100 said:
I've used AirDroid to transfer files between two Nexus 7 tablets. They need to both be on the same WiFi network so it is not direct. Just install and start AirDroid on your Nexus. Then direct the browser on your Samsung to the web address and enter the password - both listed on the Nexus. Files can be transferred in either direction. No need to install AirDroid on the Samsung.
You can also connect your Nexus to your PC this way.
Nexus Media Importer is another possibility. It will import files from a flash drive to your Nexus over an OTG USB cable but will not transfer files from the Nexus to the flash drive.
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Thanks to both of you but unfortunately thats not what I am looking at. I wish to have direct transfer, without needing any extra wifi router to be dependent upon. At home I have this Belkin N600 to which I can attach my 1TB USB drive and all the data is available over the network. Accessing stuff at home is not a problem. On the go, I don't have high speed internet or my LAN. Thats where I am seeking possibilities.
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Thanks to both of you but unfortunately thats not what I am looking at. I wish to have direct transfer, without needing any extra wifi router to be dependent upon. At home I have this Belkin N600 to which I can attach my 1TB USB drive and all the data is available over the network. Accessing stuff at home is not a problem. On the go, I don't have high speed internet or my LAN. Thats where I am seeking possibilities.
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You haven't read well enough. You don't need WiFi router nor data conection with 'fast file transfer'. it uses wifi tether from your phone and sends files directly to your tab. Try it, its free.
Hey,
I am looking for a solution for streaming my music from my pc to my S4. My criteria is that I have to be able to access it from anywhere i.e. not on the same wifi network, I need it to be secure, and I would prefer not to have to upload all of my music to a cloud. I also want to be able to directly stream from the server. Does anyone know of a good solution for this? I would be willing to pay a reasonable price if it has all that I need but of course free is better . Thanks.
well.. I question if you know what that entails. to directly stream music you have on your computer to your phone, would require your computer to be constantly on and it constantly be connected to the Internet at all times, always having a server running in the background. which; in the end is essentially what Google music does for you. the difference being instead of YOU constantly using up all of your own computers resources and network to keep your server running at all times, Google uses ITS (much more powerful, stable, reliable, and polished) servers to keep up that 24/7/365 readily available monster fast connection to fulfil that service for you, letting your internet be freed up, and your computer do something OTHER host a music server 24/7 never shutting your computer down..
you know you can set Google music to just run quietly in the background never doing anything unless you drop music off in your normal Windows 'Music' folder, right? then it syncs it real quick in the background without you ever knowing it happened.
still, if you want to do it yourself, VLC has plug-ins to do so, just make sure VLC never shuts down, and your computer never turns off or sleeps, you may want to upgrade your internet cause upload speeds on most home networks are small, and you probably won't be able to do much else on it, consider 2 home networks, and possibly another computer to actually USE, that hasn't dedicated it's life to being a Google Music replacement, then you can use one of the VLC remote apps from the market to strem your music.
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well.. I question if you know what that entails. to directly stream music you have on your computer to your phone, would require your computer to be constantly on and it constantly be connected to the Internet at all times, always having a server running in the background. which; in the end is essentially what Google music does for you. the difference being instead of YOU constantly using up all of your own computers resources and network to keep your server running at all times, Google uses ITS (much more powerful, stable, reliable, and polished) servers to keep up that 24/7/365 readily available monster fast connection to fulfil that service for you, letting your internet be freed up, and your computer do something OTHER host a music server 24/7 never shutting your computer down..
you know you can set Google music to just run quietly in the background never doing anything unless you drop music off in your normal Windows 'Music' folder, right? then it syncs it real quick in the background without you ever knowing it happened.
still, if you want to do it yourself, VLC has plug-ins to do so, just make sure VLC never shuts down, and your computer never turns off or sleeps, you may want to upgrade your internet cause upload speeds on most home networks are small, and you probably won't be able to do much else on it, consider 2 home networks, and possibly another computer to actually USE, that hasn't dedicated it's life to being a Google Music replacement, then you can use one of the VLC remote apps from the market to strem your music.
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Well, my computer is already almost always on and connected to the internet, so that isn't an issue. As far as Google Music that is specifically what I don't want to do (upload all of my music to a remote server) I'll check out VLC's plugins since I already have VLC player and see if that's what I'm looking for. Thanks.
I found a program called Tonido that let's me do what I need
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Does anyone know of an app that allows you to move pictures straight from a phone to a connected tablet? over bluetooth or something?
Im doing a lot of reviews recently and having to sit down and manually transfer all the pictures from my Nexus 4 over to my prime is a real pain in the ass, especially like today when I have very little time to start with :/
I was hoping it could work similar to a wireless SD card in a camera, every picture taken is backed up then wirelessly transfered over to a connected machine?
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Did you try "Bittorrent Sync"? You could sync your files from your phone -> to your PC -> to your tablet
Have you tried the wifi direct feature?
With airdroid? Just scan the qr code on the tablet with the phone.
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Try superbeam http://superbe.am
I think with the app Tasker and some plugins you can realizes this.
I think AirDroid will be a good option. You can connect your phone to PC or tablet wirelessly, and then you can just manage you mobile on the web.
wasn't WiFi direct supposed to be the thing you use for this?
I've always wondered why was there a lack of support in stock android for a simple sharing feature that uses WiFi Direct, or even NFC for that matter.
or just dropbox...?
ES File Explorer should do the job pretty easily. You'll need to pair the two devices initially, but after that, you can browse your phone from your tablet and also be able to access files. But the limitation will be on slow speed of bluetooth, which can be overcome by using the FTP/LAN option provided.
pushbullet can push files between two or more devices
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pushbullet.android&hl=de
Hey people!
I've been developing Android apps for about 4 months now, so I'm still pretty new. There are two apps I am currently working on, and I'm stuck at a similar point in both of them - connecting and sending data to another device wirelessly. In one, I would like to transfer strings (specifically strings of data I've collected from the accelerometer) from the device to a computer via wifi. In the other app, I would like to connect two devices and send the GPS data to each other, so each knows where the other is.
I've done a lot of research, but I'm still unclear what the best way to go about this is. I've seen people suggesting the use of servers for others who were trying to do something similar, but I have no idea how to even start setting that up. From what I've seen, the Socket Android class appears to be what I should use, but I really don't understand how it works. It looks like I connect to a device by providing the IP address, but I don't understand how the other device will receive the data....or really how it works at all lol. Am I on the right track? If someone could give me some explanations/suggestions/guidance I would be very appreciative. Thanks!
I suggest you to download some example then.try to run them
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