So, what are good alternatives to google apps?
1. Gmail
2. Chrome
3. Docs
4. Calendar
5. Keep
6. Photos
7. Drive
My list:
1. ProtonMail
2. ???
3. Office365
4. Default EMUI calendar
5. Evernote/OneNote
6. ???
7. Onedrive
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Csetoue said:
So, what are good alternatives to google apps?
1. Gmail
2. Chrome
3. Docs
4. Calendar
5. Keep
6. Photos
7. Drive
My list:
1. ProtonMail
2. ???
3. Office365
4. Default EMUI calendar
5. Evernote/OneNote
6. ???
7. Onedrive
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you shouldnt be worried your p30pro will work how a s10 or any android phone, the only one which will maybe get blocked is future huawei phones check google/android twitter to confirm.
Shame of Trump.
Csetoue said:
So, what are good alternatives to google apps?
1. Gmail
2. Chrome
3. Docs
4. Calendar
5. Keep
6. Photos
7. Drive
My list:
1. ProtonMail
2. ???
3. Office365
4. Default EMUI calendar
5. Evernote/OneNote
6. ???
7. Onedrive
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1 - Outlook
2 - Take your pick. I use Samsung Browser.
3 - I have Microsoft for that
4 - aCalendar was my go to for a while
5 - Evernote is good
6 - Dropbox, One drive etc etc
7 - Same as for 6
But as others have said we have nothing to worry about with the P30 Pro.
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Of course future devices will have to use the Huawei app store because they also lose Play Store
I think that most important part, except security patches, is Google Play Store itself and maybe Youtube access (which is kind of monopoly).
In may personal opinion, supplying a lot of phones with AOSP based Andriod to developed market like EU can lead to new law, enforcing Google to open access to Play Store and maybe even strip all unnecessary services from it. Google has already 3rd antitrust fine from UE so I think there are good chances for that in the future.
Problem is that consumer will need to unlock bootloader and have root access to benefit that hypothetical possibility. Or practically install GApps without waiting. Giving easy root access in developer menu will not be problem for some manufacturers.
I only wish Chinese brands invest in some open source OS and services located outside of China (maybe in some neutral "Switzerland"). This will give them more trust from the customers and governments. Developing special closed OS is road to nowhere in my opinion (or maybe road to China mainland. They should stick to mainstream android as close as possible and leave special experiments for the competitors.
Csetoue said:
So, what are good alternatives to google apps?
1. Gmail
2. Chrome
3. Docs
4. Calendar
5. Keep
6. Photos
7. Drive
My list:
1. ProtonMail
2. ???
3. Office365
4. Default EMUI calendar
5. Evernote/OneNote
6. ???
7. Onedrive
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It's stupid to blame Google for the decisions of the US government. That said:
1 Nine
2 Firefox (with UBlock Origin)
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6 Dropbox
7 Dropbox
Csetoue said:
So, what are good alternatives to google apps?
-sniip-
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Google services and support will not end on current models. If you still wan't them replaced, then my list would be :
1. Any stock email app with POP configured to retrieve mails from Gmail.
2. Brave or Samsung browser.
3. Office 365.
4. Stock calendar app.
5. Evernote.
6. Going to be difficult as i have all my photos uploaded to Google Photos :crying: External storage / HiSuite
7. Mega/ Onedrive
Ok.
I misunderstood.
Google isnt responsible.
But I gotta think about google apps alternatives, for the near unpredictable future.
Discovered an app called NewPipe. Its downloadable through an app store called F-Droid. The app is a YouTube frontend, which doesnt make use of Google Services.
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Ok.
I misunderstood.
Google isnt responsible.
But I gotta think about google apps alternatives, for the near unpredictable future.
Discovered an app called NewPipe. Its downloadable through an app store called F-Droid. The app is a YouTube frontend, which doesnt make use of Google Services.
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You can always use Youtube Vanced and microG to log in. If you have issues logging in, then temporarily disable google chrome, login into youtube vanced and then re-enable google chrome. Works just fine, no ads and you're able to play in the background.
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You can always use Youtube Vanced and microG to log in. If you have issues logging in, then temporarily disable google chrome, login into youtube vanced and then re-enable google chrome. Works just fine, no ads and you're able to play in the background.
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Thanks!
I didn't know about YouTube Vanced.
Now, I'm looking for a good web browser that syncs bookmarks with its PC version.
I'm using Opera since last week. It's good! But some times it crashes.
I'm also using SwiftKey instead GBoard, but, also, I'm looking for an alternative.
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Thanks!
I didn't know about YouTube Vanced.
Now, I'm looking for a good web browser that syncs bookmarks with its PC version.
I'm using Opera since last week. It's good! But some times it crashes.
I'm also using SwiftKey instead GBoard, but, also, I'm looking for an alternative.
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I use Samsung Browser but if you need to sync try either Microsoft or Firefox.
I've used Swiftlet for years but these daysi mostly use Chrooma.
its not the apps u need to worry about, its the 'service', which ties all these google apps together to your google account.
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its not the apps u need to worry about, its the 'service', which ties all these google apps together to your google account.
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Don't actually have to worry about anything.
RFD_Yesstyle said:
its not the apps u need to worry about, its the 'service', which ties all these google apps together to your google account.
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Should only affect new phones
Some good news
https://www.notebookcheck.net/Hope-...y-lost-smartphone-licences-back.422722.0.html
The dark side of depending on clouds.. No matter which other service you switch to.
Good news about the coop between Google and Huawei:
"Google warns of US national security risks from Huawei ban"
https://www.ft.com/content/3bbb6fec-88c5-11e9-a028-86cea8523dc2
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Good news about the coop between Google and Huawei:
"Google warns of US national security risks from Huawei ban"
https://www.ft.com/content/3bbb6fec-88c5-11e9-a028-86cea8523dc2
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Pretty sure most of us don't have an FT account.
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Pretty sure most of us don't have an FT account.
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Try this
https://gizmodo.com/google-says-huawei-ban-threatens-us-national-security-b-1835319457?IR=T
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Hi All!
As it says in the title, can someone recommend a good note taking application that has a desktop application?
I've read a bit about the topic and Evernote comes to mind. However, it's not free. Thanks in advance.
Bumping this to the first page. :angel:
AFAIK, Evernote is free with additional features added in a premium subscription. If you are looking to something completely free and lightweight, try Google Keep, it provides web access and also Chrome extension.
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AFAIK, Evernote is free with additional features added in a premium subscription. If you are looking to something completely free and lightweight, try Google Keep, it provides web access and also Chrome extension.
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Yes, Evernote is indeed free up to a certain point but 60MB, even for full text notes, isn't sufficient.
I tried migrating my notes to Keep right now and I think this might actually work. I've read about it in the past but it didn't appeal to me because of the lack of an actual desktop client (I never used Chrome Apps before). Thanks for suggesting it!
Pros:
1. Very clean interface
2. Offline note taking and viewing in both the Chrome Application (More on this later) and the mobile client.
3. All features are free!
4. Sync seems to work flawlessly
Cons:
1.Chrome Application means I have to sign in to Chrome and disable all syncing except for Apps as I don't like syncing my data onto Google.
2. Chrome Application is preventing me from maximizing notes as I edit them. I have wall-of-text type of notes and this really hurts my eyes. I suppose this can be remedied by changing my note taking habits.
3. I can't re-order my notes. They are shown in ascending order by date created?
All in all I think I can make this work. I just need to re-arrange my notes for this specific application. If anyone else has any input or can show me how to relieve myself of the OCD inducing annoyances I've found so far, please chime in
I haven't really used Google keep yet (already a long time user of evernote) but have you looked into one note by Microsoft? It has a free version. Lifehacker.com just did an in depth comparison of evernote and one note. Might be worth looking in to.
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Seconding the Microsoft OneNote suggestion. There's a free version for Windows now and AFAIK it also works with their Android app
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I haven't really used Google keep yet (already a long time user of evernote) but have you looked into one note by Microsoft? It has a free version. Lifehacker.com just did an in depth comparison of evernote and one note. Might be worth looking in to.
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Seconding the Microsoft OneNote suggestion. There's a free version for Windows now and AFAIK it also works with their Android app
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Yes, I recently saw that article. But this completely shut down the idea for me. Apparently, I'm only able to use this in the paid version:
Create notebooks on your PC. Create notebooks saved to your hard drive (offline) in addition to being saved to your OneDrive. Being able to work with notebooks offline as well as online is great for anyone with a spotty network connection or those who are always on the go.
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Source
But, I'm not so sure I understand what it means. Basically, I need to be able to access my notes offline (I don't have a mobile data plan) and once online, be able to sync them again. Since you folks seem to have experience using it, can you tell me how it works?
Honestly, I was able to see the UI of OneNote and it seemed a lot more appealing to me.
I tried out one note briefly awhile ago and it should do what you want. The paragraph you quoted seems to say the same. The notes are saved offline and they sync with your one drive account.
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I tried out one note briefly awhile ago and it should do what you want. The paragraph you quoted seems to say the same. The notes are saved offline and they sync with your one drive account.
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The paragraph I quoted is specifically under the "What do I get in the premium version of this application" section. However, I guess it wouldn't hurt to try. I'll download it now and see how it functions. Will let you guys know. Thanks for the advice!:good:
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Cons:
1.Chrome Application means I have to sign in to Chrome and disable all syncing except for Apps as I don't like syncing my data onto Google.
2. Chrome Application is preventing me from maximizing notes as I edit them. I have wall-of-text type of notes and this really hurts my eyes. I suppose this can be remedied by changing my note taking habits.
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Might be a little late here, but still - Google Keep has web access from any browser, try keep.google.com. Cheers.
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Might be a little late here, but still - Google Keep has web access from any browser, try keep.google.com. Cheers.
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Accessing it from there has the same exact interface as the Keep Chrome Application. Thanks for the suggestion though
I still wasn't able to find the time to test out the free version of OneNote. Been a bit busy today. I suppose I could take a note that I should test OneNote in Google Keep which I'm currently using
I'll make a short review once I'm done doing just that.
Thanks for all the suggestions!
Edit - It seems I haven't found the time to review OneNote. In addition, Keep serves me very well. The only real caveat I have with it is the inability to reorder my notes.
Edit 2- It seems my brain is tired and after a week with no suggestions from other users, I've finally figured out how to move notes around.
One simply needs to click and drag the notes around. < How I didn't figure this one out seems baffling to me. I need to exercise my brain more :'(
Is there anyone who is working on apps for the LG G watch? I'm thinking about buying this smartwatch but at this point it can't do much things. It's only good for reading notifications and using Google now. I would like to see apps like on the Sony SW2 to read my e-mails or use a calculator maybe to send messages (voice typing not supports Hungarian language).
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Is there anyone who is working on apps for the LG G watch? I'm thinking about buying this smartwatch but at this point it can't do much things. It's only good for reading notifications and using Google now. I would like to see apps like on the Sony SW2 to read my e-mails or use a calculator maybe to send messages (voice typing not supports Hungarian language).
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As far as I understand it, most apps tie into a built in API and are able to communicate with the Wear device without the need for any app to be installed on the Watch, they simply know a Wear device is connected and send the relevant info. We may not need to install any apps directly on the G watch.
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As far as I understand it, most apps tie into a built in API and are able to communicate with the Wear device without the need for any app to be installed on the Watch, they simply know a Wear device is connected and send the relevant info. We may not need to install any apps directly on the G watch.
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Why have 4gb storage then?
adfurgerson said:
Why have 4gb storage then?
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I don't know. I expect the operating system takes up a lot of it, I doubt its 4GB of useable storage.
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Why have 4gb storage then?
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And then why is the s400? I think nobody will play games on his watch.
They said that the Watch will be open to third-party apps dev. So yes, there will be apps, that's also why there's 4 gigs.
Top tip: When searching the Play store for apps, use the search string "android wear" (WITH quotes). Don't rely on the minimal selection that the Wear app itself returns.
Sent from Nexus 5 or 7.
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Is there anyone who is working on apps for the LG G watch? I'm thinking about buying this smartwatch but at this point it can't do much things. It's only good for reading notifications and using Google now. I would like to see apps like on the Sony SW2 to read my e-mails or use a calculator maybe to send messages (voice typing not supports Hungarian language).
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mcnob said:
Top tip: When searching the Play store for apps, use the search string "android wear" (WITH quotes). Don't rely on the minimal selection that the Wear app itself returns.
Sent from Nexus 5 or 7.
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It's easier. These are the first apps for Android Wear in Google Play: Apps for Android Wear
Hey folks, so I've had a couple Nexus players from their release, and one thing that's really bugged me is not having the ability to seem my Picasa/Google+ photos displayed during daydream. For whatever reason, Google didn't add the ability to Backdrop on Android TV to display your own photos (like you can on Chromecast). Anyway, I decided to make an app to fill that void.
Meet "PhotoDream for Picasa". https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.altusapps.picasadream
You can find it in the Play store on your device (it's actually an app approved for Android TV), or through the link above. It will work on other android devices too, but the main goal was to make it work with my Android TV!
Good, nice app!
Waiting for Google to release its own app to access G+ photo, I also found this interesting app to directly browse all G+ automatic backup for photo and video:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.g10labs.fotovirebeta&hl=da
You can find it directly on the NP play store searching for 'fotovire' (no sideload needed)
Does not work..
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no auth
I was super excited to hear about this but it doesn't appear to work anymore. Authentication to my google account fails pretty much preventing any use of any kind.
Aside from games, which apps can you not live without on your phone/tablet? I have numerous apps I use every day without fail...Some before I even get out of bed.
First port of call is always Gmail, quickly followed by a scan of Google+, Facebook and Twitter
Facebook, Twitter, and in China WeChat is the most popular, Sina Weibo is similar to Twitter (would be daily, but I'm not such an addict that I can't wait to get to my PC)
My favorite todo list manager is AnyDO and I use both the Android app and Chrome extension to manage my deadlines
Chrome, obviously The big daily apps for me...
There are several others that I frequently use, but are not quite daily for me.
Infrequently used, but occasionally invaluable
Quora for Q&A, read millions of fascinating answers about every subject
italki for language learning, communicate with people all around the world and learning by the way
I love having an Android phone. I would feel lost without it. So.... What are your must-have/can't live without apps?
Telegram. I'm using two unofficial Telegram clients for my dual SIM device though : Plus Messenger and Dgram.
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Telegram. I'm using two unofficial Telegram clients for my dual SIM device though : Plus Messenger and Dgram.
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You mean the "Telegram" is an app? I have never heard about it, I think it would be very useful for dual SIM and how to get it
Adguard, Lastpass and Outlook. For me these are the top three most important app right now.
NoRoot Data Firewall. Its ability to block hosts, block IP, block apps, set DNS, and block image sistem wide in one VPN service is unmatched yet. That's important because Android can activate only one VPN. Need update though.
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Adguard, Lastpass and Outlook. For me these are the top three most important app right now.
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I found Lastpass on Google Play, it is really an amazing app, thanks for your recommendation:highfive:
The Adguard is the exact app name? I cannot search it on GP... The Ads always annoy me, I think I need one this app
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I found Lastpass on Google Play, it is really an amazing app, thanks for your recommendation:highfive:
The Adguard is the exact app name? I cannot search it on GP... The Ads always annoy me, I think I need one this app
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No problem
And yea, Adguard is the exact name. But the one you'll find on play store isn't the best version.
Download it from their official website.... https://adguard.com/en/adguard-android/install.html
You can also find it here on xda... http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/adguard-ad-blocker-doesnt-require-root-t2958895/
Lastpass also has a desktop chrome extension. And your data is synced for free. So any login details you save on your phone will be available on your computer and vice versa.
Adguard too is available for your computer (if you're interested).
And since you use fb, g+ and twitter, give reddit a try, if you haven't already. You can directly visit their website @ reddit.com or you can just use their app (named Reddit on play store). At first it might seem overwhelming but trust me, you're going to get addicted.
APP2SD for low internal memory problems and xposed module PREVENT RUNNING..and AMPLIFY for battery save.
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No problem
And yea, Adguard is the exact name. But the one you'll find on play store isn't the best version.
Download it from their official website.... https://adguard.com/en/adguard-android/install.html
You can also find it here on xda... http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/adguard-ad-blocker-doesnt-require-root-t2958895/
Lastpass also has a desktop chrome extension. And your data is synced for free. So any login details you save on your phone will be available on your computer and vice versa.
Adguard too is available for your computer (if you're interested).
And since you use fb, g+ and twitter, give reddit a try, if you haven't already. You can directly visit their website @ reddit.com or you can just use their app (named Reddit on play store). At first it might seem overwhelming but trust me, you're going to get addicted.
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\^o^/ I got it and had a try, really a great job! And are you using any office apps for Android, to edit some office documents on the phone such as word/excel/pdf? This is my urgent need
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Android n-ify
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Gravity box
Apm+
Brightness tweak
Apart from these modules are my daily use apps like whatsapp,facebook,instagram,hike and ucbrowser
My other favourite apps are
Tapet- for custom wallpaper
Camscanner- to improve document picture quality
Chromma keyboard- best keyboard according to me
Live boot- for boot animation
Tunnel bear- best vpn of my choice
Regards milkyway3
pritamdutt said:
APP2SD for low internal memory problems and xposed module PREVENT RUNNING..and AMPLIFY for battery save.
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:highfive: The developer of Prevent Running comes from China, I used to use it very often, and the Greenify is also awesome.
It seems that the 2SD is also available to hide apps, is an app manager, NICE!
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Exposed modules:
Android n-ify
Sudo hide
X blasttools
Gravity box
Apm+
Brightness tweak
Apart from these modules are my daily use apps like whatsapp,facebook,instagram,hike and ucbrowser
My other favourite apps are
Tapet- for custom wallpaper
Camscanner- to improve document picture quality
Chromma keyboard- best keyboard according to me
Live boot- for boot animation
Tunnel bear- best vpn of my choice
Regards milkyway3
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The xposed modules you recommended are also my frequently used...
The Camscanner is just the exactly what I am searching for, thanks a lot!
I should have a try on Tunnel bear, several VPN apps I used almost have the bad connection...
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Yep. I use Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Powerpoint for that. I've never tried anything else. Microsoft products worked really well for me. And so I stuck with them.
Btw I sent you a PM. Do check it
I just am looking for the best way to transfer photos from my Note 10+ phone to my Tab S6 tablet as I take them each day. Suggestions welcome.
Assuming your two devices are associated with the same user account and email address, just mail them to yourself.
Easiest way would be to back them up to a cloud service (dropbox, OneDrive. Google Photos, etc.). Then they are accessible from both devices.
Samsung Flow can send photos from one device to the other, but I don't think you can automatically send over new photos. You would have to manually do it.
simply sign into google photos on both, and turn on sync.
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simply sign into google photos on both, and turn on sync.
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I strongly agree.
Even consider paying for 2TB of space when shooting lots of 4K video like I do.
Works perfectly fine, syncs to my PC and tablets.
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I just am looking for the best way to transfer photos from my Note 10+ phone to my Tab S6 tablet as I take them each day. Suggestions welcome.
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Hi, i work in mobile and i used the built in app samsung smart switch, in your note 10 box you have a dongle/adaptor to connect both phones, looke up a video tutorial on youtube its easy, fast and you can select what to transfer. Good luck
Files by Google is like airdrop for Android. Try it out.
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Try syncthing fork in the Google play store. Does file sync over local network. Only caveat is that the files need to be on local storage and not sd card for it to work properly due to file permissions access restrictions since android pie.
All okay ideas for other posters, but best way is you select the pics you want to share! Then hit Wi-Fi direct you can’t mess with it’s so fast and you can send 100s pics in one go!