[Q] Tab as Web Cam only - G Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Today I powered up my g-tab for the first time in a couple years. I want to use it as a standalone web cam to monitor my dogs while I'm away. Questions are:
-I have a 2011 version of Cyanogenmod. Is it worth updating to something new? A quick scan of the new roms look more complicated that they used to be.
-Is there an app that you would recommend for this purpose?
Thanks!
-J

jdnyc said:
I want to use it as a standalone web cam to monitor my dogs while I'm away.
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Can you clarify this? Are you saying that you want to use the gTablet's front camera to stream pictures/videos to other devices (elsewhere)?

rajeevvp said:
Can you clarify this? Are you saying that you want to use the gTablet's front camera to stream pictures/videos to other devices (elsewhere)?
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I ended up using AtHome server for the web cam needs. Thanks for the reply but I'm set.

jdnyc said:
I ended up using AtHome server for the web cam needs.
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1. Are you running the AtHome Android app on the gTablet?
2. Which ROM is on it?

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usbwebcam.apk

I have looked everywhere for this app. Cant find it in the marketplace (or cant get to it).
Anyone know where i can get the .apk or can someone send it. (its a free app, so put your guns back in their holsters.)
ksquared_au said:
usbwebcam.apk
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i could guess by the name, but what does this app do? i am intrigued!
mrtim123 said:
i could guess by the name, but what does this app do? i am intrigued!
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allows(when it works) to use x10 camera as usb web cam.
ksquared_au said:
use x10 camera as usb web cam
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thought as much. i will watch this space - that could be a cool little app to have. hope you find it!
Any good? app seems to run on my x10i but cant test now.
droidforums.net/forum/droid-x-hacks/70309-grabbing-apk.html
edit: I think this APK is out of date, Trying to get it to work, the camera is stuck at a 90 degree angle and my pc wont detect it.
it works on my computer.
the maximum resolution is 320x240 though.
APK Mirror:
http://hotfile.com/dl/63242014/53aeedc/usbwebcam-v0.4.apk.html
http://www.mediafire.com/?8fs35ne16hts8fb
http://netload.in/dateiRlMHQS3cJz/usbwebcam-v0.4.apk.htm
@BluechipJ - you da man! Thanks heaps for your post!
BluechipJ
If it weren't for you id prob wouldn't be going too school tomorrow looking for this file. Your the man ! Thanks a ton.
WOW! been trying to get this App for ages! thanks bro!
people use WO Webcam much better, simple, fast, nice
DuxAS92 said:
people use WO Webcam much better, simple, fast, nice
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I think he was trying to look for an app that connects a webcam to a phone, not a phone as a webcam.

SketchBook Pro - Fake Honeycomb?

Hello,
I own a Nook Color and plan to use it along with notebooks in school. I am getting a stylus, but the problem is the app. Is there a way to install SketchBookPro on the Nook Color? I'm running MIUI ROM. Thanks.
EDIT: Is there a way I can fake honeycomb to run this app?
You could use Sketch Book mobile but PRO requires Honeycomb.
Yeah you have to use Sketch Book Express (Free) or Sketch Book Mobile ($.99). Unless you install one of the Honeycomb roms.
Alright thanks. Boy am I sometimes dumb... figures. Thanks again!
joenathane said:
You could use Sketch Book mobile but PRO requires Honeycomb.
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I purchased and use the Sketchbook Mobile application and find that I really like it. It scales well to the display of the NC.
I can recommend it as well.
Thanks, but I just installed Honeycomb. Just to use this app.
Just went back to MIUI for the speed. Now i'm wondering if there is a way to fake honeycomb to run this app? Or modify it to run on 2.3.3? Because I doubt it uses anything honeycomb dependent. Thanks!
ikingblack said:
Just went back to MIUI for the speed. Now i'm wondering if there is a way to fake honeycomb to run this app? Or modify it to run on 2.3.3? Because I doubt it uses anything honeycomb dependent. Thanks!
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NO! How many times does this need answering? NO!
Right. Sorry for being a bother
/dumb
khaytsus said:
NO! How many times does this need answering? NO!
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Instead of being rude you could explain why you can't. Things tend to stick when you explain why. I don't think we need comments like that in XDA.
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ikingblack said:
... SketchBookPro on the Nook Color?
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You can modify the AndroidManifest.xml file setting minSdkVersion="8" for froyo. I've done this for SketchBook Express free version and you can download it here: http://www.megaupload.com/?d=A5WAH4PJ
actorman46 said:
.. explain why you can't...
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This modified apk will install fine on CM7, but force close when you try to run it because it calls on the ActionBar API, which is Honeycomb-specific. You can see this by following the logs.
ikingblack said:
... modify ... to run on 2.3.3?
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To do this yourself next time follow these steps:
1. Use Madcat's sdk port running on Rack's SD card to install Sketchbook Express from the Market and retrieve com.adsk.sketchbookhdexpress-1.apk from /data/app
2. Get APK Manager 4.9: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=695701
3. Update apktool to 1.4.1 (051511 release) for xlarge support: http://code.google.com/p/android-apktool/downloads/list
4. Extract Honeycomb framework-res.apk from any duodexed HC ROM, I used Xoom Tiamat 3.2: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1203635
5. Install HC framework for apktool per instructions here: http://code.google.com/p/android-apktool/wiki/FrameworkFiles
6. Use APK Manager to extract and decompile com.adsk.sketchbookhdexpress-1.apk
7. Modify the AndroidManifest.xml file with a text editor, I used Notepad++ in Windows
8. Use APK Manager to compile and sign apk.
ikingblack said:
... plan to use it along with notebooks in school.
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Good luck in school.
Thank you very much. Yes, I hacked the apk before posting and it does FC. Thanks for telling me about why it FCs. Yes, thanks for the luck .
actorman46 said:
Instead of being rude you could explain why you can't. Things tend to stick when you explain why. I don't think we need comments like that in XDA.
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It's been explained why in many other threads, including a couple others he has been involved in, possibly started. No need to waste my time regurgitating it here.
ikingblack said:
Hello,
I own a Nook Color and plan to use it along with notebooks in school. I am getting a stylus, but the problem is the app. Is there a way to install SketchBookPro on the Nook Color? I'm running MIUI ROM. Thanks.
EDIT: Is there a way I can fake honeycomb to run this app?
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Don't bother with the stylus. They don't work well at all on the Nook... even the capacitive styluses.
khaytsus said:
It's been explained why in many other threads, including a couple others he has been involved in, possibly started. No need to waste my time regurgitating it here.
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So i guess the rude comments you posted isnt wasting time either?
Ditto on the stylus issue...tried quite a few, haven't come across any that work well. Seems like the area the stylus touches isn't specific enough for any fine detail, or even writing properly.

[Q] Use Galaxy S II as iPad touchpad/mouse?

Hey guys!
I got an iPad 2 because of someone's success, so it's kinda emotional - long story short, I can't sell it, so I want to use it in an efficient way.
- the question: is there an app that turns my Galaxy S II into a touchpad/mouse that doesn't require software on the client's side - or is there any app that pairs my phone with my iPad in this way?
Thanks!
/pushing myself into greater heights
You might be able to pair a bluetooth mouse to the ipad and hope it works like a cursor(it works on the sgs2 i believe) but no way is there anything that will allow you to use the touchscreen on the sgs2 as a mouse for the ipad.
peachpuff said:
You might be able to pair a bluetooth mouse to the ipad and hope it works like a cursor(it works on the sgs2 i believe) but no way is there anything that will allow you to use the touchscreen on the sgs2 as a mouse for the ipad.
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and what about using SG2 as mouse on a normal PC windows based?
hsh1979 said:
and what about using SG2 as mouse on a normal PC windows based?
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I use RemoteDroid. Works pretty good for me.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...esult#?t=W251bGwsMSwyLDEsImNvbS5qb3Noc2VyYSJd
that looks to be using just wifi, i would prefer bluetooth without a client-server system
I use gmote.
ctomgee said:
I use gmote.
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that is exactly what i dont want because it requires an application installed on the PC.
hsh1979 said:
that is exactly what i dont want because it requires an application installed on the PC.
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Sorry, I had my add post window up before your post showed up for me, so I did not see your added criteria, and you didn't have this criteria in your original post.
Also, through a quick search of the market and google, I couldn't find ANY that don't have to install some kind of server software on the pc you are attempting to control.

CloudOn

Hi friends
This app seems like a good document editor for MS office and pdf, the user interface looks decent and there are dropbox, Google drive integration.
I'm curious on trying this app, but my Tablet isn't eligible for the download due to region restrictions.
Could a kind soul grab the app for me on Google Play and post the apk here?
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cloudon.client
Cheers
pokoedge said:
Hi friends
This app seems like a good document editor for MS office and pdf, the user interface looks decent and there are dropbox, Google drive integration.
I'm curious on trying this app, but my Tablet isn't eligible for the download due to region restrictions.
Could a kind soul grab the app for me on Google Play and post the apk here?
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cloudon.client
Cheers
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+1
Here it is.
kamil205 said:
Here it is.
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Working on my Acer Iconia A500, thank you very much!
kamil205 said:
Here it is.
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works on my HTC flyer, couldn't DL it from the play store...
Works on my Transformer Prime in Belgium ^^
It's incredibly amazing, though also paaaaaaainfully slow... not the connection, just the interface. I'd mainly need this for Excel (haven't found an Android Office suite that does XY scatter plots!) but the sluggishness would need some getting used to on my otherwise very fluid device.
The interface is pretty annoying to get around in, since it's so cramped. Luckily my dock's touch pad can help with that. What's weird thuough, is that it doesn't recognize some physical keyboard-specific inputs, like arrow keys. You'd think they might have tested for that?
kamil205 said:
Here it is.
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Gratitude!!
seems like a cool app. But i guess it will take another 5 years until someone releases this in my country... I mean with keyboard layout and language support and everything.
Thank you!
I have been a using Kingsoft and this is going to replace it!
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kamil205 said:
Here it is.
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Thank you very much for posting, running on toro gnex with JB PA ROM
There was an update for Cloudon posted in July, does anyone have this version? Can't get it from the play store on my phone or my tablet (HP Touchpad). I need it for school, my laptop is in for warranty and I don't have a lot of spare time to sit in a lab, I have to work while taking a bus.
Edit: Version 2.0.7.33 is the latest.
Thanks.
please update
Please update apk
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Here it is.
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I have this one on my mediafire for a while, not sure if it's a different version though.
http://www.mediafire.com/?3wcl4l300sisv60
Could someone with a tablet upload the latest .apk
I got latest phone version through my old HTC Desire(Bravo) but when I install it on my Padfone 2(Which does not have official support for this app yet) it only enables the phone version of this app.
While the version posted up here enable the tablet mode but because they are to old it won't let me login. Giving me an error that these version of the app are to old and no longer supported.
If anyone is interested the phone .apk I can upload it.
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A few questions about windows 8 phones

Hello everyone,
i am new to this forum and that is why i am posting it here. I am going to buy a new phone. The one i have stinks, however that is not the issue i want to address. I am stuck between samsung galaxy s3 and the windows 8x by HTC. The thing is that i use it for school and need to address some things about it
1) i download files a lot from my schools site, powerpoints, .rtf files, word documents, etc. So i need to know if i can download and view them right on my phone.
2) is the office application to view these files good? can i edit files if i want? SOLVED
3) i frequently use dropbox. is it supported? SOLVED
4) does it support mobile hotspot? i don't use it frequently but i have a tablet that on small occasion i have to use the hotspot.SOLVED
5) is the battery life ok on the 8x? SOLVED
6) is back up assistant on the 8x? i have verizon. if not how can i save my contacts if i go with this phone?
7) is IE 10 a good browser? i have never tried it.SOLVED
8) how is the app store? good or bad? does it have a navigation app? SOLVED
sorry for all the questions. i dont have an upgrade and want to make sure i get the right phone for the money.
i don't need to ask any questions about the s3 because i know android and that it works for all the above mentioned.
Thanks to anyone who can give me some guidance here.
S3. Why would anyone want a widows phone?
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kindofabuzz said:
S3. Why would anyone want a widows phone?
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Not helpful
I think (but i'm really subjective) that WP8 is better than android for "working": Office is really helpful and you can read .ppt and .doc documents. Dropbox is supported and you can create an mobile hotspot easily. IE10 metro is really better than its predecessors (in desktop i still use chrome ). The app store is...mh...is better the android one i think, but compared to the wp7's store, the wp8 one is good
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I think (but i'm really subjective) that WP8 is better than android for "working": Office is really helpful and you can read .ppt and .doc documents. Dropbox is supported and you can create an mobile hotspot easily. IE10 metro is really better than its predecessors (in desktop i still use chrome ). The app store is...mh...is better the android one i think, but compared to the wp7's store, the wp8 one is good
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Ok thanks. I love the look and feel of the OS I just need to make sure its functional
Does anyone know about my other questions. Mainly the opening of .rtf files
freedomfighter452 said:
Does anyone know about my other questions. Mainly the opening of .rtf files
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looks like you are in luck...
http://www.windowsphone.com/en-US/how-to/wp8/office/microsoft-office-mobile-faq
MS Office Mobile opens all files shown below:
Office Mobile app: Supported file types
Word Mobile: .doc, .docx, .dot, .dotx, .dotm, .docm, .txt, .rtf
Excel Mobile: .xls, .xlsx, .xlt, .xltx, .xlsm, .xltm
PowerPoint Mobile: .ppt, .pptx, .pps, .ppsx, .pptm, .ppsm
OneNote Mobile: .one
You should start using SkyDrive if you are going to get windows phone
I use android, and I use most of these services...
Dropbox for auto upload full size images to web instantly then download to pc.
GoogleDrive for backing up unlimited amount of photos on web (size decreases to 1024px width/height max )
SkyDrive for taking notes on the go and office files.
WP8 does support DropBox...
search for more apps here...
http://www.windowsphone.com/en-us/search?q=dropbox
have fun, do let us know what you buy at the end.
Thanks!
Your contacts will probably be backed up on passport/Microsoft/msn/Hotmail/live account.
check here for more info: http://www.windowsphone.com/en-US/how-to/wp8/basics/back-up-my-stuff
Seems like Nokia Drive is the answer for Navigation
http://www.windowsphone.com/en-us/store/app/nokia-drive-beta/9a0f7585-9f16-47d5-8041-28018fcea606
heart_crafter said:
Seems like Nokia Drive is the answer for Navigation
what about the htc 8x
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freedomfighter452 said:
heart_crafter said:
Seems like Nokia Drive is the answer for Navigation
what about the htc 8x
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Nokia Drive is an app so it should work on any WP8 phone
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8) how is the app store? good or bad? does it have a navigation app?
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it's good, yes it has
Thanks everyone so much for helping me. My question I have left is am I able to download files right from the internet and view them?
Would you recommend this phone. Or the nokia lumia 822, either way its the same.
I would rather have a windows phone than a iPhone IMO...but I love my GSIII
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Truitt.Jack said:
I would rather have a windows phone than a iPhone IMO...but I love my GSIII
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I have had an android for years and I want something completely different
So does anyone have an answer to my other question. Can i download files from IE10. I download files like powerpoints and word documents.
Yes you can download files as long as the file type is supported
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