[Q] SMS to PC - General Questions and Answers

Hey guys,
As you all are, i am also a developer.
and i have to stop my work when i receive a sms. that is read it, type of touchscrew (which is kinda pain) then back to work.
So i was wondering that is there any software that will allow me to access sms on Linux?
I dont want a net based software/app like textymate.
i need a native, which i can connect using bluetooth or usb.
Please tell me if there any any available.
Thank you.

Why not just use AirDroid?

SimonTS said:
Why not just use AirDroid?
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Maybe coz i need something native?
Not on browser and not at all over internet.

smartxtreme said:
Maybe coz i need something native?
Not on browser and not at all over internet.
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I think you will not find anything native in Linux to do what you want as you are talking about directly manipulating the phone's SMS functions within a Linux app.
AirDroid is in a browser, but it is definitely not "all over the internet" as all the data exchange takes place locally on your own network.

SimonTS said:
I think you will not find anything native in Linux to do what you want as you are talking about directly manipulating the phone's SMS functions within a Linux app.
AirDroid is in a browser, but it is definitely not "all over the internet" as all the data exchange takes place locally on your own network.
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our airdroid sounds okay.. any alternatives?
just for sms mainly?

Mightytext from Google Play...?
Sent from a modified Galaxy S3 using Swift Key.

Airdroid is the best option

You might be opposed to these too:
play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.browsertexting.android
play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.org.scottishgeek.sms2pcpaid.androidclient

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How to use the computer keyboard on the HD2?

Is there anyway to redirect computer keyboard input from the computer to the HD2? This would be useful to type texts in the device using my computer keyboard.
I don't want something like My Mobiler since I don't want to see the whole screen but only to redirect input.
After all, I just want to use my keyboard like a bluetooth keyboard, but using and activesync usb connection...
Bluetooth ...burp
nobnut said:
Bluetooth
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What?
I believe "excuse me" is the correct term.
WIFI Remote Access 1.7
nobnut said:
I believe "excuse me" is the correct term.
Remote Access 1.7
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Thanks, but that applications does not seem to let me type an SMS using my computer keyboard (at least from the description)...
It does.
Try it, and uninstall it if I am lying. I've updated the link to the developer's website.
nobnut said:
It does.
Try it, and uninstall it if I am lying. I've updated the link to the developer's website.
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:O You're right!
Thank you very much!
I know.
In fact I'm bloody amazing... one of the best in the biz!
(For someone with mild mental retardation)
Mymobiler is a great app to access windows phone with computer, you can do all kinds of stuff there including download weather info by wifi from computer instead of GPRS.
gtb5 said:
Mymobiler is a great app to access windows phone with computer, you can do all kinds of stuff there including download weather info by wifi from computer instead of GPRS.
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I know that, but I don't want full control over the device, just being able to text...
If you're already connected to wifi, why would you need your computer to update weather info?
I have WiFi Remote Access installed on my HTC HD2. How exactly does it allow the use of a PC keyboard to be used through it on my HD2? I've looked and looked and see no setting for using a PC keyboard.
Bump......
Try some remote contrl app so you can use any function of your phone on your computer...
But I'm not sure whether there is any working with wireless connection.
MartyLK said:
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Download version 1.7 and you can send sms messages via your pc (hence you can use your pc keyboard).
nobnut said:
Download version 1.7 and you can send sms messages via your pc (hence you can use your pc keyboard).
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Too bad I cannot make this work because of my wireless network settings. I have a very secured access using MAC filters so that is probably why. The 1.7 is only a trial version right? It says on the website it has a timebombthat will go off sometime in June. Besides this app, any other app that can do the same thing? Thanks.
k8sh said:
Too bad I cannot make this work because of my wireless network settings. I have a very secured access using MAC filters so that is probably why. The 1.7 is only a trial version right? It says on the website it has a timebombthat will go off sometime in June. Besides this app, any other app that can do the same thing? Thanks.
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No, 1.7 Beta 2 is timebombed (it has more features). R1 is stable and works like a charm.
Visit here for the detail.
Why the need for such secure MAC filters? Do you work for the NSC or something? Why not relax your settings, give it a try... if you don't like Wifi Remote Access' features, then ditch it and secure your router like Fort Knox again.
dude just try pocket controller, its great i use it to see my device on my screen and controll it fully, it even lets me skin the session with the right device skin..
link
http://www.soti.net/PCPro/Default.aspx
N2h said:
dude just try pocket controller, its great i use it to see my device on my screen and controll it fully, it even lets me skin the session with the right device skin..
link
http://www.soti.net/PCPro/Default.aspx
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Wifi RM does this also.
nobnut said:
No, 1.7 Beta 2 is timebombed (it has more features). R1 is stable and works like a charm.
Visit here for the detail.
Why the need for such secure MAC filters? Do you work for the NSC or something? Why not relax your settings, give it a try... if you don't like Wifi Remote Access' features, then ditch it and secure your router like Fort Knox again.
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How did you know who I worked for??? Lol. My router is weird, I cannot connect to my network if I disable MAC filtering, which is really annoying since I have to add every single device that I want to connect. It took me a while to get that router figured out and I don't want to lose my connection so maybe I will try this app at work.
Okay, have 1.7 installed and still don't see the keyboard options.
Eh...it's on the desktop application under Remote Controls. It requires an access code, which would cause the program to likely be disabled after a period of time. I'll stick with the basic app.

Operate phone from PC

Is there an App that lets me control my phone from my PC so that way I don't have to pick up my phone to text message or install apps?
control phone from pc
here you might want to check this outhttp://androidspin.com/2010/06/25/app-android-screencast-control-your-phone-from-your-pc/
oh this is cool. got it
Is there nothing like this for un-rooted phones? Preferably something like My Mobiler for WinMo...
mikeudut said:
here you might want to check this outhttp://androidspin.com/2010/06/25/app-android-screencast-control-your-phone-from-your-pc/
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Does your phone have to be rooted for this?
I get error getting device list. Do you have to install something on the phone for this app to connect to?
mikeudut said:
here you might want to check this outhttp://androidspin.com/2010/06/25/app-android-screencast-control-your-phone-from-your-pc/
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the above mentioned link says the phone has to be rooted to use that application. I am having the phone with original firmware. Can anyone help me in this regard to use my phone thru PC control???
TrueTenacity said:
Is there nothing like this for un-rooted phones? Preferably something like My Mobiler for WinMo...
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that was a nice little app that i miss now that you mentioned it
webkey (root required) for control over phone
lazydroid & remote web desktop for sending SMS from computer and a few other features
they can be found in the market
I use Remote Web Desktop for SMS, which is the main reason I used MyMobiler to control my WinMo phone, but I still have to go on my phone to mark the messages read and to read them because there is a delay from when I get the message on my phone and when it shows up in Remote Desktop.
It would be really nice is there was a way to operate unrooted phones...
"my phone explorer" is pretty good and supports android,
mpg187 said:
I use Remote Web Desktop for SMS, which is the main reason I used MyMobiler to control my WinMo phone, but I still have to go on my phone to mark the messages read and to read them because there is a delay from when I get the message on my phone and when it shows up in Remote Desktop.
It would be really nice is there was a way to operate unrooted phones...
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have you tried koush's new app desktopSMS ?
goodelyfe said:
have you tried koush's new app desktopSMS ?
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No not yet, I've been out of the scene for quite some time.

[Q] 3G internet-based sms client?

You know how tethering with PDANet allows you to use the sms client on your computer? Is there a similar app that connects via wifi/3g? When I'm at work I hate typing on that tiny-ass keyboard when I'm sitting at a full-size computer.
I use Google Voice when possible but I don't want my friends to need two phone numbers for me. I suppose I could just use GV as the primary...
Any ideas?
Look for smshare. I just found it three days ago, and it's awesome!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=867957
ladidaaa said:
Look for smshare. I just found it three days ago, and it's awesome!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=867957
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That looks pretty neat. No usb cable required?
No, no cables required.
The Data exchange is done over 2G or 3G Network.
But SMS isn't much data, so it won't hurt your Data limit.
Try http://www.bloove.com
rwxer said:
Try http://www.bloove.com
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Interesting... will check it out.
I have also tried bloove now, but i must say it is very limited if you use the free version.
No auto-Sync feature for the android app: You always have to start the app on your phone that the sms are sent. And also SMS are not stored if you have edited them on the webinteface.
The App has to be opened on your phone while you send the sms on the webinteface.
Smshare has all these features, but it's main problem is that the Addon is only available for Chrome right now, and until now it is not possible to send SMS directly from smshare's Webinterface. But according to smshares blog it will "soon" be possible to send SMS also through the webinterface. So i hope tis problem will be solved soon.
ladidaaa said:
I have also tried bloove now, but i must say it is very limited if you use the free version.
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Yup, sometimes we need to eat so we need money, simple.
ladidaaa said:
And also SMS are not stored if you have edited them on the webinteface.
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That's very strange, in what folder did you try to edit sms and it's not stored?
ladidaaa said:
The App has to be opened on your phone while you send the sms on the webinteface.
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Yes, that is how things are working, we're going to add "always running" option in future versions.
rwxer said:
Yup, sometimes we need to eat so we need money, simple.
That's very strange, in what folder did you try to edit sms and it's not stored?
Yes, that is how things are working, we're going to add "always running" option in future versions.
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Didn't realize we had a devs attention with this thread. Will definitely try. Thanks!

Sharing files through wifi!?

Is there a simple way to share files via Wifi? In similar way to sharing through Bluetooth, or as similar as possible.
It's just that my device doesn't have bluetooth and I need the ability to share files swiftly with others.
airdroid.
works well if a bit slow.
Sent from my SGH-I777 using xda premium
bleggy said:
airdroid.
works well if a bit slow.
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That doesn't seem like what I'm looking for. I want a simple way to send files between two Android devices using Wifi, just like one would do using Bluetooth.
Perhaps add a "send via wifi" option.
WiFi Transfer
Give this a try:
WiFi File Transfer
smarterDroid
rgs001 said:
Give this a try:
WiFi File Transfer
smarterDroid
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I keep seeing "Web interface" in it. Does this require the other end to use a browser?
I think on Galaxy phones, when you click share, you'll see Bluetooth and Text messages and Email along with Share Via Wifi. Is there an app that does that?

[TOOL][2.3+] Share files over wifi

"Share files over wifi" (ShareBox) it's a new free tool app aimed to easily share files over wifi through web browser
When using ShareBox, you will not have anymore let friends and relatives take your device to show them your photos or videos. They will see them through their own device, be it android, iphone, windows, blackberry or linux, through their web browsers. And they will only see what you want to show in a quick, comfortable way and simultaneously!
As other devices begin to connect you will immediately know what they are watching through the informative Sharebox log list.
Get it at Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.b6dev.sharebox
Features that makes this app special:
Share the files through browser, so you can get them from any device that has a web browser be it android, iphone, ipad, windows, blackberry or linux.
Only shares and shows the files previously selected.
May be used with wifi networks, own wifi hotspot and also on phone 3g connections.
When ShareBox server is on, you are presented with a URL link to see what others are going to see.
As other devices begin to connect you will know what they are watching through the log list.
Very useful for photo shows as it presented by default as gallery, but also has a list mode that may be more suitable for other kind of files.
Go and try it!​
Anyone to provide feedback or suggestions for this application, please?
Came here cause I saw the app in the XDA portal, seems simple enough and ultra handy for the people who really struggle to send files. :good:
I also saw this on the XDA portal. Looks like a great idea; I have to try it out.
A few questions:
1) How do you connect over data (e.g. 3g)?
EDIT: I see the server status page has a WAN IP as well. Do we need to do any port forwarding or anything like that?
2) Can you download the files as well, or just view them?
3) Is there a way to add whole folders?
Hmm I like the concept !
(Not yet tried app - wishing you had a direct download link to fileshare service along with G-Store link)
Here's what I would like to be able to do and hoping your app can handle it.
Share a folder, then view / download those files through the browser.
Guessing http //device.ip/share
adambrown said:
I also saw this on the XDA portal. Looks like a great idea; I have to try it out.
A few questions:
1) How do you connect over data (e.g. 3g)?
EDIT: I see the server status page has a WAN IP as well. Do we need to do any port forwarding or anything like that?
2) Can you download the files as well, or just view them?
3) Is there a way to add whole folders?
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Portforwarding is common for any server, u might need to do it if connect to a router
I think u can start the server on mobile network directly
Sorry for my bad English...
Sent from my HTC Desire 200 using XDA Premium 4 Mobile app
Yeah I managed to download the app, with VPN & G'Play..
Nope, I cant add a whole folder.
Every-time I attempt to look at settings *CRASH*
I added a screenshot to share, it shows in PC browser as link, but wont download /open
Looking at path tells me why
http 192.168.1.133:4321/shbx_uri/ictures/Screenshots/Screenshot_2014-10-27-14-17-01.png
'ictures' ? Really
I would rather use port 80 or 8080..
hence why I 'try' open settings, after tapping settings, about 6 seconds later. *CRASH*
The app works perfectly on my Oneplus One, it does exaclty what it says and it saved me from a lot of trouble.
Thanks!
Nice idea and works.
maybe add themes for the Web interface.
let me know if u need any help with that.
adambrown said:
I also saw this on the XDA portal. Looks like a great idea; I have to try it out.
A few questions:
1) How do you connect over data (e.g. 3g)?
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The connection is made through ip sockets, so you may connect not only through wifi but also through all ip addresses your mobile may has, at the time you turn on your ShareBox
adambrown said:
EDIT: I see the server status page has a WAN IP as well. Do we need to do any port forwarding or anything like that?
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There is no need to do any port forwarding
adambrown said:
2) Can you download the files as well, or just view them?
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Yes of course! If you do it from your mobile web browser keep your finger pressed over the target file till the contextual menu shows up. If done through computer browser use your secondary mouse button. Easy!
adambrown said:
3) Is there a way to add whole folders?
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Adding whole folders may be done through workarounds (using third party file managers or file compression) but is not yet "officially" supported
Oxyandy said:
Yeah I managed to download the app, with VPN & G'Play..
Nope, I cant add a whole folder.
Every-time I attempt to look at settings *CRASH*
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Please provide all the information you may recopile from the crashes you may have through PM or/and also through google android error reporting, so more information may be received and solution may be provided ASAP. Thanks!.
Oxyandy said:
I added a screenshot to share, it shows in PC browser as link, but wont download /open
Looking at path tells me why
http 192.168.1.133:4321/shbx_uri/ictures/Screenshots/Screenshot_2014-10-27-14-17-01.png
'ictures' ? Really
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Could not reproduce your error, sorry!. Certainly the uri is composed based on system path folders names, so don't know why it appears that way
Oxyandy said:
I would rather use port 80 or 8080..
hence why I 'try' open settings, after tapping settings, about 6 seconds later. *CRASH*
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Yes, you may change the port used through settings menu, but restriction to use ports below 1024 is keeped. As stated before, please report your crashes with as much information as possible.
Thanks!
droidev1 said:
Please provide all the information you may recopile from the crashes you may have through PM or/and also through google android error reporting
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Yes, I did via G android.
I will sit down later and give you more information
But, dinner comes first
Summary
Samsung Tab 3 10" - Tap Settings - a delay, screen stay same - then after 6 seconds, maybe bit longer, app closes with msg box (every time)
Would it be possible to enable nfc "sharing"?
For example, if I have sharebox opened and running on a certain ip and port, and I tap another nfc device, then the other device's default browser would open up, already displaying the sharebox url.
Kinda like I can share a web url or maps location via android beam, but this time the beam wouldnt be between two identical apps, but between sharebox and the default browser of the other device.
Cheers!
Oxyandy said:
Yes, I did via G android.
I will sit down later and give you more information
But, dinner comes first
Summary
Samsung Tab 3 10" - Tap Settings - a delay, screen stay same - then after 6 seconds, maybe bit longer, app closes with msg box (every time)
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Ok, that was a good clue. It seems an error that happens on this kind of devices. Published new version that will hopefully ammend it.
Thank you!
tylerdurden83 said:
Would it be possible to enable nfc "sharing"?
For example, if I have sharebox opened and running on a certain ip and port, and I tap another nfc device, then the other device's default browser would open up, already displaying the sharebox url.
Kinda like I can share a web url or maps location via android beam, but this time the beam wouldnt be between two identical apps, but between sharebox and the default browser of the other device.
Cheers!
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Mmmmm, not a bad idea
At first sight it seems that it should be possible if both devices were running ShareBox app with this feature implemented. Will have to study...
Thanks for your feedback!
droidev1 said:
"Share files over wifi" (ShareBox) it's a new free tool app aimed to easily share files over wifi through web browser
When using ShareBox, you will not have anymore let friends and relatives take your device to show them your photos or videos. They will see them through their own device, be it android, iphone, windows, blackberry or linux, through their web browsers. And they will only see what you want to show in a quick, comfortable way and simultaneously!
As other devices begin to connect you will immediately know what they are watching through the informative Sharebox log list.
Get it at Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.b6dev.sharebox
Features that makes this app special:
Share the files through browser, so you can get them from any device that has a web browser be it android, iphone, ipad, windows, blackberry or linux.
Only shares and shows the files previously selected.
May be used with wifi networks, own wifi hotspot and also on phone 3g connections.
When ShareBox server is on, you are presented with a URL link to see what others are going to see.
As other devices begin to connect you will know what they are watching through the log list.
Very useful for photo shows as it presented by default as gallery, but also has a list mode that may be more suitable for other kind of files.
Go and try it!​
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Definitely needed something like this. I'm tired of having to upload to google drive just to port some app that says "incompatible with this version" within play store on my painstakingly slow phone.
droidev1 said:
Published new version that will hopefully ammend it.
Thank you!
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Yes, indeed !
Settings now open correctly, nice quick fix
Thanks
Oxyandy said:
Yes, indeed !
Settings now open correctly, nice quick fix
Thanks
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Thanks to you for reporting and helping to sort out! Some other error reported by other users has also been corrected after that, so sorry if you see some other update.
Thanks again and enjoy Sharing!
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sorry if you see some other update.
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Hey no problem, I'll just update again..
I dont mind reporting bugs..
What I really need though, would be an app which can share a folder.
(Not just an interface that lets me share all the files in the folder quickly)
Something which shares 'that folder' live..
So if folder contents update 'live', refreshing the page will reflect the changes, much like a web-server would
If I try to add a cloud pic (I click add file, select stock kitkat gallery, click on a picasa / g+ image) the app force closes.
Can cloud pics be added? I dont think that nowadays people keep more than a few recently took photos on their device, both for memory and sync / backup reasons...

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