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Why can't Banshee Remote connect to server?
I'm trying to use [Banshee Remote][1] with my Samsung Galaxy S3, but everytime I try to add a new server, it says `Can't connect to server. Check your settings`. There are only two settings: 1. IP Adress, which I got from [whatismyip.org][2] 2. Port, which I got from Banshee (Edit->Preferences->Remo...
I'm trying to use Banshee Remote with my Samsung Galaxy S3, but everytime I try to add a new server, it says
Can't connect to server. Check your settings. There are only two settings:
1. IP Adress, which I got from whatismyip.org
2. Port, which I got from Banshee (Edit->Preferences->Remote Control->Banshee remote port
Is there anything I can try to do to fix this?
Notes:
I am using Banshee 2.4.1 on Ubuntu 12.04 LTS
Shawn
(315 rep)
Dec 23, 2012, 09:20 PM
• Last activity: Jul 4, 2025, 02:04 AM
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Best way to get access (legally) to another person mobile phone
I need to give remote assistance to another person by accessing her android mobile. Is there some app like TeamViewr or Microsoft Teams for Windows that allow the person in need of assistance to give control of their mobile to another person remotely? Are they safe? I mean I should be the only perso...
I need to give remote assistance to another person by accessing her android mobile. Is there some app like TeamViewr or Microsoft Teams for Windows that allow the person in need of assistance to give control of their mobile to another person remotely? Are they safe? I mean I should be the only person who, upon request, should be able to do that.
Question was kind of already posted here https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/84729/fully-control-android-phone-from-another-android-phone-over-the-internet but it's pretty old.
Ale
(119 rep)
Apr 8, 2025, 02:52 PM
• Last activity: Apr 8, 2025, 11:33 PM
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Fully control Android phone from another Android phone over the Internet
Before I write my own app, I want to know if there is an app to fully control one Android phone from another Android phone (over the Internet)? I need this so that I can remotely start apps, install apps and control apps for a remote Android phone (un/rooted) without requesting permissions. An app t...
Before I write my own app, I want to know if there is an app to fully control one Android phone from another Android phone (over the Internet)?
I need this so that I can remotely start apps, install apps and control apps for a remote Android phone (un/rooted) without requesting permissions. An app to basically do remote screen sharing with full privileges given.
I have used TeamViewer and AirDroid, but I don't like these as the remote device needs to allow permissions.
The usecase is simple: I am giving my mother (not so tech savy), who lives in another country, an Android phone (assuming it will have Internet connectivity over Wi-Fi). I want to be able to fully control her phone from my Android phone (from another country).
amulllb
(189 rep)
Oct 13, 2014, 12:27 AM
• Last activity: Apr 8, 2025, 08:38 PM
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How to control Bluetooth on Android devices via WiFi?
I would like to be able to remotely (over WiFi) - enable/disable Bluetooth, - connect/disconnect my Bluetooth headphones and - check the status of Bluetooth (are my headphones connected or not) on my Android devices. How can I achieve that? Is there a way to expose some REST API on my devices that w...
I would like to be able to remotely (over WiFi)
- enable/disable Bluetooth,
- connect/disconnect my Bluetooth headphones and
- check the status of Bluetooth (are my headphones connected or not)
on my Android devices.
How can I achieve that? Is there a way to expose some REST API on my devices that will let me do it?
otokan
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Apr 2, 2025, 11:51 AM
• Last activity: Apr 3, 2025, 03:53 PM
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Need to control my laptop's Zoom microphone from smartphone
I'm using Zoom on my Windows 11 laptop to run a webcast meeting. I attach both a USB camera and a USB microphone to the laptop to do the webcast. I need to occasionally cut off the mic temporarily. Currently I am using the laptop's mousepad to click the audio cut-off. This is sometimes problematic....
I'm using Zoom on my Windows 11 laptop to run a webcast meeting. I attach both a USB camera and a USB microphone to the laptop to do the webcast. I need to occasionally cut off the mic temporarily. Currently I am using the laptop's mousepad to click the audio cut-off. This is sometimes problematic.
Is there a way to do this laptop mic cut-off using an Android app on my smartphone? I am thinking that I could possibly connect the phone to the laptop via Bluetooth, and to use that connection to reach out and touch the Zoom-controlled microphone. Is this possible? Is there a currently available app for this? Or would I have to write such an app myself?
Cyberherbalist
(119 rep)
Mar 8, 2025, 04:04 PM
• Last activity: Mar 10, 2025, 02:21 PM
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How to backup an Android device?
Can anyone recommend a good way to backup Android devices? Ideally I would like to do this wirelessly and, not only backup my data, but also my user settings. Is it possible to backup an image of an Android device - so that one doesn't even need to reinstall apps? It would be particularly useful to...
Can anyone recommend a good way to backup Android devices?
Ideally I would like to do this wirelessly and, not only backup my data, but also my user settings. Is it possible to backup an image of an Android device - so that one doesn't even need to reinstall apps?
It would be particularly useful to hear from users that have restored backups, as to how easy, and complete, their processes were.
Thanks
ninjaPixel
(1531 rep)
Sep 15, 2010, 10:19 AM
• Last activity: Jan 22, 2025, 03:13 PM
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Turn my phone off through a computer
I have an Oppo F3. My sensor was bugged, and any calls made via Messenger, Viber, or WhatsApp would mean my mobile's device turning black. I need to turn my mobile device off through my PC and currently, I can't access my mobile phone. The power button and my volume button work, and even when it was...
I have an Oppo F3. My sensor was bugged, and any calls made via Messenger, Viber, or WhatsApp would mean my mobile's device turning black. I need to turn my mobile device off through my PC and currently, I can't access my mobile phone.
The power button and my volume button work, and even when it was working, pressing my "Power Off" button would just display a "Swipe to power off" function. Long pressing the power button would not result in anything specific, as it does in so many other devices. Virtually, there was no way I could restart my phone because as it seems, there just isn't a restart function in my phone.
I've tried many stuffs, but will I be able to power off my device?
If I could restart my device, or even just turn it off, the problem wouldn't persist.
Craman Mishra
(21 rep)
Oct 2, 2018, 02:29 AM
• Last activity: Jan 12, 2025, 01:38 PM
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Control phone on MacBook Pro via Bluetooth?
I'd like to control my Samsung Galaxy Nexus running Android 4.2 via my Macbook Pro via VPN ([Virtual Private Network](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_private_network)). Since connecting the Galaxy Nexus to an Adhoc, WiFi created by the MacBook Pro doesn't work. That's why I'd like to do it via...
I'd like to control my Samsung Galaxy Nexus running Android 4.2 via my Macbook Pro via VPN ([Virtual Private Network](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_private_network)) .
Since connecting the Galaxy Nexus to an Adhoc, WiFi created by the MacBook Pro doesn't work. That's why I'd like to do it via Bluetooth.
Is that possible and if yes, how?
Hedge
(231 rep)
Dec 12, 2012, 06:05 PM
• Last activity: Dec 19, 2024, 03:37 PM
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Is it possible to operate on Android devices (tablets or phones) when screen is no longer responsive to touch?
My friend isn't tech-savvy and asked me to save his Android tablet. However, the problem is - the screen works but no longer registers touch, so in the current state, no internal setup can be performed with no input. Now we are both wondering how to set up the tablet for running e.g. calendar. We ne...
My friend isn't tech-savvy and asked me to save his Android tablet. However, the problem is - the screen works but no longer registers touch, so in the current state, no internal setup can be performed with no input. Now we are both wondering how to set up the tablet for running e.g. calendar. We need to somehow connect an external device for input which requires no setup from the tablet.
I know there is Anydesk for remote control of a device, but it needs to be installed on both to work. Not to mention Android isn't designed for keyboard nor mouse input.
Is it possible to force a mouse connection on the tablet? Is connection to the mouse through the computer feasible? Any advice?
InternetWanderer
Dec 6, 2024, 08:48 PM
• Last activity: Dec 7, 2024, 03:10 PM
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Control Android device from PC
I have built an Android app which is locked in landscape orientation. I want to have a live view of my mobile on my PC to make a demonstration of my app. The problem is that the screen doesn't show properly. I have tested some apps like Droid VNC Server and Airdroid but the problem is that my app's...
I have built an Android app which is locked in landscape orientation. I want to have a live view of my mobile on my PC to make a demonstration of my app. The problem is that the screen doesn't show properly.
I have tested some apps like Droid VNC Server and Airdroid but the problem is that my app's screen is rotated 90 degrees and it seems that these apps were showing my landscape app in portrait mode.
Is there any solution?
user2065529
(81 rep)
May 12, 2013, 09:34 AM
• Last activity: Nov 11, 2024, 06:28 AM
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Controlling a Bluetooth app over the internet
I have a robot mower and it's great, however, if it gets stuck, it can only be controlled via Bluetooth using its Android app, which is not much use if I'm away from home. Is there a way to control a spare phone mounted on the robot that has the app on it from my own phone over the internet?
I have a robot mower and it's great, however, if it gets stuck, it can only be controlled via Bluetooth using its Android app, which is not much use if I'm away from home.
Is there a way to control a spare phone mounted on the robot that has the app on it from my own phone over the internet?
David Rigby
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Sep 4, 2024, 07:46 PM
• Last activity: Sep 5, 2024, 12:34 PM
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Use extended controls on physical device
In Android Studio, there is [extended controls](https://developer.android.com/studio/run/emulator-extended-controls) on the Android Emulator to send data, change device properties, control apps, and more. I want to use extended controls on my physical device. For example, I want to make the battery...
In Android Studio, there is [extended controls](https://developer.android.com/studio/run/emulator-extended-controls) on the Android Emulator to send data, change device properties, control apps, and more. I want to use extended controls on my physical device. For example, I want to make the battery status always shown as 12%, even when it is not actually 12%. Is it possible?
Falto
(11 rep)
Aug 3, 2024, 05:02 AM
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Using a PC or laptop to send keystrokes to type on Android
I wanted to ask if there is a way to use my computer's keyboard to type on my phone while it is plugged into the PC to charge. I was wondering if anyone on here has a setup like this. The end result needs to be: I can connect my phone through a dock or some other USB cable and either switch between...
I wanted to ask if there is a way to use my computer's keyboard to type on my phone while it is plugged into the PC to charge. I was wondering if anyone on here has a setup like this.
The end result needs to be: I can connect my phone through a dock or some other USB cable and either switch between Windows on my PC to type on the Android device or find an OTG device capable of charging *and* connecting a keyboard at the same time. This wouldn't be ideal due to limited desktop space.
I could connect a separate keyboard with an OTG cable, but this would stop me from charging it while using it.
I could also use AutoHotkey or something similar to send keystrokes to the Android device over USB, but I'm not sure how this would affect charging it or transferring files over USB as well. It could probably be done but I don't know where to start.
Ideally, this would be the option I'd use.
Mitchell
(11 rep)
Aug 14, 2019, 08:47 AM
• Last activity: Jul 20, 2024, 11:07 AM
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My phone's touchscreen is damaged. Is it possible to control it remotely?
I have an Android 5-based smartphone that I like a lot but it's an old phone and the touchscreen is damaged. The screen works perfectly but there's no user input available. The battery was changed recently and I suppose the technician did a good job fixing the backing side but broke the front part c...
I have an Android 5-based smartphone that I like a lot but it's an old phone and the touchscreen is damaged. The screen works perfectly but there's no user input available. The battery was changed recently and I suppose the technician did a good job fixing the backing side but broke the front part containing the touchscreen.
**Is there an option to access it somehow and make it controllable remotely?** If I use a USB cable, is possible to install TeamViewer or some other remote control software to still use it?
The phone has no other remote control software preinstalled. Its touchscreen broke before I was able to install anything for remote control.
The point is to use its camera and mic functionality, and still use its sensors to do something useful like a remote camera or something similar.
user3450548
(209 rep)
Apr 29, 2023, 09:17 AM
• Last activity: Jun 1, 2024, 12:04 AM
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Cannnot turn on "control device permission" in Anydesk on Android
I use Anydesk software on my devices and recently I've faced a problem with controlling my Android device with my Windows machine. Once I try to connect to the Android phone through Windows, I can see the phone's screen but I can't control it. I noticed that on my phone, "control device's mouse and...
I use Anydesk software on my devices and recently I've faced a problem with controlling my Android device with my Windows machine. Once I try to connect to the Android phone through Windows, I can see the phone's screen but I can't control it. I noticed that on my phone, "control device's mouse and keyboard" permission is off and I can't turn it on.
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I've already installed the AD plugin.
How can I resolve this issue?
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I've already installed the AD plugin.
How can I resolve this issue?
Reza Asharian
(21 rep)
Apr 20, 2023, 08:52 PM
• Last activity: May 17, 2024, 12:01 PM
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Remotely power on Android for finding the device
Can an Android be powered on remotely? My intent is to find my phone if it's turned off.
Can an Android be powered on remotely? My intent is to find my phone if it's turned off.
paul w
(31 rep)
Mar 26, 2024, 01:31 AM
• Last activity: Mar 26, 2024, 03:20 PM
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Trigger the starting of an app remotely
I want to initiate the start of an app on (my own) phone. It is not rooted, because practically no android can be rooted today, but I can install anything to it or change any setting on it. I also cban install anything to any remote machine, from which I trigger things (particularly to linuxes). Can...
I want to initiate the start of an app on (my own) phone. It is not rooted, because practically no android can be rooted today, but I can install anything to it or change any setting on it. I also cban install anything to any remote machine, from which I trigger things (particularly to linuxes).
Can I somehow start an app on my own phone, using some remote source?
peterh
(1176 rep)
Feb 5, 2024, 08:15 PM
• Last activity: Feb 6, 2024, 10:12 AM
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Shut down Android TV
I have a Philips 58PUS8505/62 4K LED Android TV. Normally, I want to power off the TV by switching off the power outlet the TV is connected. However, the TV or its remote does not provide a menu or key combination (that I know of) to shut down the operating system and power off the TV _before I cut...
I have a Philips 58PUS8505/62 4K LED Android TV. Normally, I want to power off the TV by switching off the power outlet the TV is connected. However, the TV or its remote does not provide a menu or key combination (that I know of) to shut down the operating system and power off the TV _before I cut the power_.
When I press the red (power) button on the remote, the TV goes into standby. However Android continues to run and I see disk IO on the external disk connected to the USB port of the TV. I know how to "unmount" the external disk, but my question is not on this.
I tried to **long press** the power button on the remote (external TV boxes work this way), but nothing different happens.
There seems to be no way to power off the TV. What am I missing?
FedKad
(120 rep)
Feb 21, 2023, 10:17 AM
• Last activity: Nov 26, 2023, 09:32 AM
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Run Android application from remote computer
I need to run my Android application from a remote computer (in the same network) via SSH (not using ADB). How do I do that?
I need to run my Android application from a remote computer (in the same network) via SSH (not using ADB). How do I do that?
MByD
(186 rep)
Mar 19, 2011, 12:31 PM
• Last activity: Nov 9, 2023, 03:21 PM
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Access sensors and camera of Android device from shell
I have logged in to my Android phone through SSH [installed SSH client in Android and through Putty from Windows]. Now I can access all the directories like `root`, `dev`, `etc`, of the phone. Can someone tell me what's the native method to access the devices and sensors of the phone? I mean, how ca...
I have logged in to my Android phone through SSH [installed SSH client in Android and through Putty from Windows]. Now I can access all the directories like
root, dev, etc, of the phone.
Can someone tell me what's the native method to access the devices and sensors of the phone? I mean, how can I control say, the camera, just from this Linux shell terminal of the phone?
user2875341
(21 rep)
Oct 13, 2013, 07:57 AM
• Last activity: Sep 21, 2023, 08:06 AM
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