Hi all xda members!
This is my very first post here so I hope I do everything as I should :laugh:
Here is my question.
I recently got my self a Synology 212j NAS.
My plans is to use it to stream media files to my new TV, my Galaxy Nexus and my Asus infinity Tab (when it arrives).
I wanted to use the app skifta for this. I have read about the app and it is suppose to be the best app for this.
Unfortunately I found out this morning that my new NAS dont support skifta. It runs Linux so there must be a way to install it anyway. Right?
I am not a hacker and I dont have great experience with Linux. But if somone have or know where I can find a detailed guide how to do this I whould be very happy!
Or if anyone has any tips on other apps that is as good as skifta and do work with my Synology NAS that whould be apriciated as well!
Thanks in advanced!
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Noob here, I tried searching the internet the forums for months and only came up with WinMo solutions. Is there any way to stream videos from a home media server over wifi or internet to Android devices?
If not, can anyone give me a reasonable explanation as to why? If an app like Sprint TV and Jetflix can stream quality video to Android, why can't someone create an app that can do the same using Tversity.
www.orb.com
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www.orb.com
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how does that works?
They explain it on the website how it works its a media server
Hi All,
Not sure if this is the best place to ask but... I'm looking for a way to stream .avi's/.mkv's over my wireless LAN to my new HTC desire. It seems that Android only supports a few video formats so I'm guessing I will need to do some transcoding on-the-fly. Is there any recommended software available for this? I've heard of TVersity but thats Windows-only, I'm running Fedora Linux.
Surely I cant be the first person to want to do this?
Thanks
Jeffers
I think Orb is supposed to do this but the comments seem to have mixed reviews on how well it works.
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Orb looks to be Windows/Mac only, no Linux builds. Theres bound to be an opensource solution somewhere.
An player that streams video files... ?
im looking to see a streaming tv is there an APP for that ?
ive tried all wiki,pandora ,vlc...
nothing works on my pov mobii andr 2.1
Hello All,
This is my first android operating system, was always apple and windows before. I am loving my new TF700 and already found 4share.
My question is advice on apps to help me out. I have a home theater PC filled with thousands of movies, what is the best way to stream it to my tablet? Also, is there a good app for downloading things from my PC over wifi?
I saw that this tablet came with something called Splashtop, is that the best way to remote desktop? Or should I be looking for something else.
Sorry if these sound like n00b questions, I just thought this would be the best place to ask since we are all using the same device and I thought some/most of you have already found something good to fill this gap.
Thanks!
you can stream with a file manager, such as File Manager HD. I use BSPlayer to stream my blu ray collection.
you can also copy items from your pc to device by using File Manager HD as well. Just go to settings, LAN connection and scan until you find it. Then just put in your credentials. On your pc, just make sure you set the sharing permissions accordingly.
Im not sure abut splashtop, i use ubuntu, but i hear its a good app.
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Sth called MyNet comes preinstalled, it uses DLNA. You can try Movie Browser HD too, for example. There's bunch of similar apps for that, search the market in case these two don't satisfy your needs.
Remember to switch DLNA on on your PC.
fandry said:
Hello All,
This is my first android operating system, was always apple and windows before. I am loving my new TF700 and already found 4share.
My question is advice on apps to help me out. I have a home theater PC filled with thousands of movies, what is the best way to stream it to my tablet? Also, is there a good app for downloading things from my PC over wifi?
I saw that this tablet came with something called Splashtop, is that the best way to remote desktop? Or should I be looking for something else.
Sorry if these sound like n00b questions, I just thought this would be the best place to ask since we are all using the same device and I thought some/most of you have already found something good to fill this gap.
Thanks!
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The best one I ever used is VPlayer, it's way better than BSPlayer which volume is significantly lower. Its UI is way better, you just swipe to right or left to get local, streaming from media servers or urls. Try it.
Servio and Plex runnng on my home server covers all my needs server side. I stream to a host of different tablets, phones, remote access browsers, and google TV. Plex is my preferred method, but also use Bubbleupnp To stream and download from the Servio server software.
the mynet one on the stock infinity turned out to be great ! thanks guys . im really intrested in buying a roku and running things to more devices now
So I have a 2007 Macbook running Snow Leopard. I want to turn it into a file and media server/personal cloud I can leave in a closet at home. I want to be able to store files on it and stream media from it accessible from windows PCs and my GNote 10.1.
Any ideas on software for the macbook, PC and Android tablet that can accomplish all of this?
Have u tried to ask in apple forum?
There might be more users know. This type of question, will be answer faster by apple user/dev, since u want to use ur mac as the server.
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So I have a 2007 Macbook running Snow Leopard. I want to turn it into a file and media server/personal cloud I can leave in a closet at home. I want to be able to store files on it and stream media from it accessible from windows PCs and my GNote 10.1.
Any ideas on software for the macbook, PC and Android tablet that can accomplish all of this?
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Yes. Find a Linux distro and install it. It'll come with all of the servers you need. Just configure and start.
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No one who responded in Mac forums had any idea how to do what I wanted. I will probably go the linux route. Thanks guys.
If this is going to be mostly for media files, have you thought of PLEX or even PS3 media server for osx?
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If this is going to be mostly for media files, have you thought of PLEX or even PS3 media server for osx?
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Ah yes, I forgot about Plex. I think I will have Plex regardless, but wanted something that can handle a bit more than media too. Thanks for the suggestion! I will also look into PS3 media server.
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Ah yes, I forgot about Plex. I think I will have Plex regardless, but wanted something that can handle a bit more than media too. Thanks for the suggestion! I will also look into PS3 media server.
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You could look into owncloud at www.owncloud.org
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jjflemin said:
Ah yes, I forgot about Plex. I think I will have Plex regardless, but wanted something that can handle a bit more than media too. Thanks for the suggestion! I will also look into PS3 media server.
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One other thing you could do, if you can find the builds, is just download and install Apache http server for web access, U-Share for UPnP access, and Samba for Windows file sharing access. For any other servers you need, just install programs for them as needed. There's all kinds of different single-purpose server programs. That way you could keep OSX installed and usable. I did the same thing on a Windows XP machine a while back. However, I eventually ended up running so many different server apps that it just made more sense to turn it into a dedicated server and I installed Fedora linux. That machine's still up and running today. It's just a suggestion.
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You can use basic SSH and a app that can stream from ssh to a video player, ex FX Explorer + MX Player. With this potent tablet, you don't need any transcoding, it has the best HW decoder available.
If you need it to be accessible only from internal network, then you should use SAMBA server (basic windows share).
As an OS, i am recomanding Ubuntu you can do bouth type of sharing with ease !
Hi,
I am hoping someone can help me? I am wanting to stream live content that i am watching on my Samsung S3 to my Sony PS3. I have tried a few apps (twonky beam, Belkin media play). From the PS3 i am able to browse the phone and view video/pics etc that are stored on my phone but can't find any options which "beams" what i am watching on my phone straight to the TV via DLNA.
I am certain i am not the only person that would like to do this and am sure many people are already doing this (free). If someone knows a certain app that could do this that would be great. I am limited to DLNA and Wifi on both my Samsung s3 and PS3 as i know there are paid for devices like chromecast that do this but i was looking for a free alternative.
Apologies in advance if have posted this in the wrong section or asking something which has already been answered. I have tried searching for DLNA/PS3 without any luck before posting.
Thank You all in advance for your assistance.