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View and control phone screen using PC via USB cable

Hey guys,
I used to stream my iphone screen to my PC and was able to control it using keyboard and mouse. Is there a similar way to do this with the skyrocket? It makes it convenient here at work. Thanks!

lyndone58 said:
Hey guys,
I used to stream my iphone screen to my PC and was able to control it using keyboard and mouse. Is there a similar way to do this with the skyrocket? It makes it convenient here at work. Thanks!
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Try this. It is what I used when my screen was broke. Make sure you have adb running, else it will not launch. Another thing is it is not working anymore on my particular ICS Rom. Should work fine on any GB rom, though. Hope this helps!
Here is the link to the google code page for this project. I take NO credit for this helpful app whatsoever. Devs and further info can be found here- http://code.google.com/p/androidscreencast/
Note- It is a bit slower than your probably use to, but it is the only app I could find for our device.

^^ Thanks. Testing it now.

Our new app, VMLite VNC Server, should fulfill your needs, it does exactly what you need, to control android phones or devices from a PC, so you can use the external keyboard/mouse, etc. We app has fast responses, and works on rooted or non-rooted devices.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vmlite.vncserver&hl=en
so far our users like it. You can simply click a button to do USB connection:
more info here:
http://www.vmlite.com/vaac/#usb_connection

i use a program called MyPhoneExplorer and the corresponding Android app is in the store.
Jeff

rebel1699 said:
Try this. It is what I used when my screen was broke. Make sure you have adb running, else it will not launch. Another thing is it is not working anymore on my particular ICS Rom. Should work fine on any GB rom, though. Hope this helps!
Here is the link to the google code page for this project. I take NO credit for this helpful app whatsoever. Devs and further info can be found here- http://code.google.com/p/androidscreencast/
Note- It is a bit slower than your probably use to, but it is the only app I could find for our device.
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I have a Samsung Galaxy S3 AT&T and I also have a busted screen. I am trying to just pull my pictures off of it before my replacement arrives. I downloaded the SDK package you linked to but lack the knowledge to just get it to link to my phone via USB. To complicate matters I had it pattern locked but since I can't get the screen to work at all I can't unlock the phone. If I could my computer sees the phone as a portable device but won't show me any of it's files. Any pointers would be helpful.

Hmm
Well, I have a HDMI IN port in my rig . And with a MHL adapter, works perfectly fine on Windows 8.

mohan_kr said:
Well, I have a HDMI IN port in my rig . And with a MHL adapter, works perfectly fine on Windows 8.
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I use an MHL adapter as well but will matter if the screen isn't functional? As far as I'm aware you still have to direct it via the touch screen....

yea..my bad..didn't read the question properly..

mohan_kr said:
yea..my bad..didn't read the question properly..
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But it is a cool little accessory lol...have one for my tab too
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Wtf........ why did you post this here? Mod please delete.
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Brain damage
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Connect PC mouse to tablet without using cables

Anyone know of a way to use my Pc with a wired mouse and somehow connect it to my tablet for use on Android?
I think its possible as you can already use the tab as a mouse on pc.
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Well what you can do is buy a little adapter that plugs into the charger jack of your tab that has a usb plug in and use it that way
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I clearly put "without using cables" on the description but thanks anyways.

rap3rman said:
I clearly put "without using cables" on the description but thanks anyways.
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seemed a little harsh!
from what i understand, you want to control your tab from your pc AND use the mouse which is connected to pc. if this is right your title is a little misleading - you actually want to control your tab from your pc!
if you just want to use a mouse connected to the pc to show on your tab it'd be a no go!
the easiest way would be to buy a bluetooth mouse and just pair it with your tab!
if not, people are talking about some apps in this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=929188

squ89r97 said:
seemed a little harsh!
from what i understand, you want to control your tab from your pc AND use the mouse which is connected to pc. if this is right your title is a little misleading - you actually want to control your tab from your pc!
if you just want to use a mouse connected to the pc to show on your tab it'd be a no go!
the easiest way would be to buy a bluetooth mouse and just pair it with your tab!
if not, people are talking about some apps in this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=929188
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Sorry if i was harsh :S
Ok, will look for a bluetooth mouse

[Q] [A Silly Question] Can we connect other phone to our OTG suppported smartphones?

Hey guy,
I am haing a Samsung galaxy tab 2 P3100 and it perfectly supports OTG, I can use Pendrives, Mouse and keyboard with no problem.
Well, it is bit hilarious but last night I was wondering if I could connect another phone via USB with my tab using the OTG Cable and access the files in other phone like a pendrive or something.
I can try it by myself but afraid that it may explode, so I need your advice, if someone has tried it.
Sorry if its a silly question, but as an android user I find it worth to ask.
And I can try it by myself, if you assure that doing this is safe
Thanks thanks :angel:

xanubhavx said:
Hey guy,
I am haing a Samsung galaxy tab 2 P3100 and it perfectly supports OTG, I can use Pendrives, Mouse and keyboard with no problem.
Well, it is bit hilarious but last night I was wondering if I could connect another phone via USB with my tab using the OTG Cable and access the files in other phone like a pendrive or something.
I can try it by myself but afraid that it may explode, so I need your advice, if someone has tried it.
Sorry if its a silly question, but as an android user I find it worth to ask.
And I can try it by myself, if you assure that doing this is safe
Thanks thanks :angel:
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i tried this myself, just to see if it would work, on a samsung galaxy s3 which has total otg support, and a Chinese tablet also with total support, and the results are interesting:
each device shows "connected to pc, press to enable usb storage" i press, nothing happens on either device. i even went into es file explorer, which find everything i connect, but it shows nothing connected.
Nothing exploded though.

LoL, I was wonder that though
Kobro said:
i tried this myself, just to see if it would work, on a samsung galaxy s3 which has total otg support, and a Chinese tablet also with total support, and the results are interesting:
each device shows "connected to pc, press to enable usb storage" i press, nothing happens on either device. i even went into es file explorer, which find everything i connect, but it shows nothing connected.
Nothing exploded though.
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Haha thanks for answering @Kobro :good: , Now I am fully assured that it wont explode any ways. Will try it it morning and for sure going to post the 'Yet so interesting results, may be diferent from yours.

xanubhavx said:
Haha thanks for answering @Kobro :good: , Now I am fully assured that it wont explode any ways. Will try it it morning and for sure going to post the 'Yet so interesting results, may be diferent from yours.
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im waiting to hear!

xanubhavx said:
Hey guy,
I am haing a Samsung galaxy tab 2 P3100 and it perfectly supports OTG, I can use Pendrives, Mouse and keyboard with no problem.
Well, it is bit hilarious but last night I was wondering if I could connect another phone via USB with my tab using the OTG Cable and access the files in other phone like a pendrive or something.
I can try it by myself but afraid that it may explode, so I need your advice, if someone has tried it.
Sorry if its a silly question, but as an android user I find it worth to ask.
And I can try it by myself, if you assure that doing this is safe
Thanks thanks :angel:
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I tried again with an ipod, of all things, and the tablet found all the files in the ipod and the ipod shows connected to pc
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[Q] Nexus 5, screen broken, need to access data, help?

Hi,
I broke the screen on my Nexus 5 while on a long holiday. I can still see about three quarters of the screen but the touch screen is basically busted, and as a result, I can't unlock the phone to get the data off. I backed up 90% of the photos via Dropbox but there is one week of photos I couldn't upload and there are also some really nice videos I'd like to get off.
Is there any way to sync to the file system without unlocking via the touchscreen? I don't think I have debugging disabled (I'm not particularly development savvy) so not sure what my options are...
I have a little time before I need to send the phone to LG for repair, so I'm willing to learn whatever I need to to salvage my phone. I think I saw a thread somewhere detailing how it's down for the nexus 4 but not sure if it's applicable to the 5 as well...
Thanks

The important question is your bootloader unlocked? If it is you have options
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jd1639 said:
The important question is your bootloader unlocked? If it is you have options
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I don't think it is as I didn't make any modifications to my phone, just used it with the standard features.
Is it possible to unlock the bootloader now, with the screen being broken?

valueseeker77 said:
I don't think it is as I didn't make any modifications to my phone, just used it with the standard features.
Is it possible to unlock the bootloader now, with the screen being broken?
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Unlocking the bootloader wipes data.
Plug a USB mouse and keyboard in.

rootSU said:
Unlocking the bootloader wipes data.
Plug a USB mouse and keyboard in.
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Thanks, that's a pretty good idea! I'm looking at OTG USB cables now but I do have one question, will I need drivers in order to use the USB mouse, or will it work as soon as I plug it in? I read somewhere that if you have the latest Android software then the USB devices should be recognised without a problem, however, my phone has been out of action for a couple of months now so my software may be out of date...

valueseeker77 said:
Thanks, that's a pretty good idea! I'm looking at OTG USB cables now but I do have one question, will I need drivers in order to use the USB mouse, or will it work as soon as I plug it in? I read somewhere that if you have the latest Android software then the USB devices should be recognised without a problem, however, my phone has been out of action for a couple of months now so my software may be out of date...
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You don't need any drivers.
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valueseeker77 said:
Thanks, that's a pretty good idea! I'm looking at OTG USB cables now but I do have one question, will I need drivers in order to use the USB mouse, or will it work as soon as I plug it in? I read somewhere that if you have the latest Android software then the USB devices should be recognised without a problem, however, my phone has been out of action for a couple of months now so my software may be out of date...
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By latest, I don't think they specifically mean the newest ROM for the nexus 5. Probably just mean 4 or 4.2+
As mentioned, no drivers needed. Just plug and play.
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rootSU said:
By latest, I don't think they specifically mean the newest ROM for the nexus 5. Probably just mean 4 or 4.2+
As mentioned, no drivers needed. Just plug and play.
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk
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Perfect! Micro OTG USB ordered. Just one more question, why do I need a mouse and keyboard? Shouldn't a USB mouse be enough to enter the pin and navigate the menus?
Thanks so much for the help guys

valueseeker77 said:
Perfect! Micro OTG USB ordered. Just one more question, why do I need a mouse and keyboard? Shouldn't a USB mouse be enough to enter the pin and navigate the menus?
Thanks so much for the help guys
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Mouse may be enough.
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It worked! World Cup pics/videos salvaged, thanks everyone!

[Q] Windows can't recognize Nexus 5

Hi,
Purchased nexus 5 (refurb) and as the tittle states, my computer seems unable to recognize this device. I've switched the USB cable as well as test it with another device AND I made sure that the usb configuration is set to MTP,so I know it's the nexus itself. Weirdly, it does receive a charge. Any help would be appreciated as I am hoping to root this device.
Thanks guys

You tried different USB ports?
If you are using Windows, no new devices appear in device manager after connecting the phone?
Was it ever recognize by your computer? Was it recognized by the seller's computer?

Once connected to your computer, swipe down on the Nexus 5 screen, there will be options to change connection type.
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C7SS said:
Once connected to your computer, swipe down on the Nexus 5 screen, there will be options to change connection type.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/google-nexus-5/general/noob-friendly-instruction-ur-pc-t3345512
PRESS THE THANKS BUTTON IF THIS WORKS

audit13 said:
You tried different USB ports?
If you are using Windows, no new devices appear in device manager after connecting the phone?
Was it ever recognize by your computer? Was it recognized by the seller's computer?
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Doesn't show up in Device Manager.
AS for the seller, apparently yes it has worked never once I got it.
C7SS said:
Once connected to your computer, swipe down on the Nexus 5 screen, there will be options to change connection type.
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See OP
pranavmali said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/google-nexus-5/general/noob-friendly-instruction-ur-pc-t3345512
PRESS THE THANKS BUTTON IF THIS WORKS
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Seriously? Nice try though, thanks anyway

Does the phone function properly other than not being seen by your computer? Were you able to try it on another computer?
Does the USB port recognize an OTG drive?
If everything works (mic, speaker, etc.), it's possible that the USB port is damaged in some way.

fliparsenal said:
Doesn't show up in Device Manager.
AS for the seller, apparently yes it has worked never once I got it.
See OP
Seriously? Nice try though, thanks anyway
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Yup!

audit13 said:
Does the phone function properly other than not being seen by your computer? Were you able to try it on another computer?
Does the USB port recognize an OTG drive?
If everything works (mic, speaker, etc.), it's possible that the USB port is damaged in some way.
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I'm assuming it has to be damaged. I've tried three computers so far and all it's doing is charging the phone. I don't have an OTG cable on hand so it's hard to determine if it would work that way, but pretty much everything works out of the box except for this issue.
This is pretty annoying, I was looking forward to putting some custom ROM's after working with the s6edge sluggish Touchwiz software

Yup, sounds like th USB port is damaged and needs to be replaced.
When buying a replacement, make that the seller has good feedback. I saw a few posts where the replacement port had issues with the mic, charging, or data transfer.