Hey all, I've got my OUYA and I was wondering how to get extra memory to I try plunging in a USB flasher but no luck. I've been ready some threads say u can used an external drive. I don't want to buy one yet and wanna see if I can used the USB flasher first. Can anyone help.?? Thanks in advance..
Currently extra space for apps is not available, but if you're looking for extra space for movies, music, ROM's, or other files you can just throw on that USB stick and plug it in then navigate to the USB drive to locate the files in their respective app.
I have a feeling you're talking about more space for apps, though, and the most OUYA has said is that they're working on it.
much thanks to you dude
Yes. sorry I should had been more clear on that.
I'm using the usb flasher for media. But I want more space for apps.. again thanks.
QUOTE=JLCollier2005;43027578]Currently extra space for apps is not available, but if you're looking for extra space for movies, music, ROM's, or other files you can just throw on that USB stick and plug it in then navigate to the USB drive to locate the files in their respective app.
I have a feeling you're talking about more space for apps, though, and the most OUYA has said is that they're working on it.[/QUOTE]
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If you are still wondering:
- What is the breakdown of that 32GB Xoom internal memory (how many parition, how much space for apps / files)?
- Why Google is using MTP instead of USB file transfer on Honeycomb?
Here is straight answer from Google developer:
MTP is a big improvement over USB mass storage — for devices with lots of internal memory, a manufacturer no longer needs to come up with some hard partition between the USB mass storage and internal storage. Instead, they are all in one partition, with MTP providing access to the directory of media files that would normally be available through USB mass storage.This means there is no longer a need for apps on SD card for such devices, because what used to be the “internal SD card” is in the same partition as where applications are stored. The storage on your device can be used for either applications or media, depending on what you want to put on it. You aren’t stuck with how much space the manufacturer decided to leave for the two areas.
Oh also this means that the media storage doesn’t need to be unmounted from Android when it is being access through the PC.
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http://phandroid.com/2011/02/27/mac-users-require-file-transfer-utility-for-android-3-0/
Finally, true APP2SD You now have 32GB to put all your apps!!!
Sounds like a good thing!
This is a great explanation. Thanks for posting.
There is no doubt that mtp has advantages over mass storage. On the other hand I miss the ability to attach it to any computer and access files. It is not a huge problem but does add a limitation that was not there before.
That saod it is nice being able to access files on my computer without losing access to the partition on the device.
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I only see a problem if you flash different roms and have to do full data wipes.
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I only see a problem if you flash different roms and have to do full data wipes.
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I'm sure future versions of CWM will be set to ignore that one folder.. I hope. Otherwise nandroid backups will take forever.
I'm not sure in terms of security it is a huge improvement; unless there is an option to turn it on/off somewhere.
Previously I would have to plug an Android device in to my computer, turn the device on, enter my unlock code, and then specifically allow the computer access via the USB. This morning I just plugged my xoom in and, poof, access to all my stuff.
At least before someone had to take my sdcard out at put it in their computer manually
Does MTP have anything to do with file size limit? I've seen posted on this forum that you can't load video files larger than 4gb onto the Xoom because of FAT32, is that still the case?
This MTP also seems to hide a lot of file from being seen by a pc. I open folders with File manager on the Xoom and see more folders namely the android folder which has game save data and other odd ball files. When hooked to a pc its blank. With MTP it seems all your allowed to do is transfer music, video and pics.
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Does MTP have anything to do with file size limit? I've seen posted on this forum that you can't load video files larger than 4gb onto the Xoom because of FAT32, is that still the case?
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Still haven't got around to testing (so many things to try out!), but in some of the video threads, I've been told XOOM uses EXT4 format not FAT32, and thus, should not have that 4GB limit. I've been re-encoding video files to meet XOOM's current playback limitations, and have been reducing them to sub 4GB anyway, so I haven't tested that for myself.
Hey guys, if you’ve got a Xoom and it’s rooted USB Mass Storage Watcher is a must have app. Made by xda developers very own “dinomight” the app allows you to mount usb storage devices so you can transfer files to and from them. One of the standout features of this app is the ability to connect an Android phone in mass storage mode and transfer files between the two. That means if you’ve got pictures, documents, or files that you want to transer to your Xoom from your phone (or vice versa) this app will make it happen. The Market description says it best:
— For Root Users With Proper Kernel Only —
Frustrated by the lack of mass usb storage mounting in your android device? Well look no further. Now you can. You’ll now recieve standard android notifications when you connect your device via usb. Mount and unmount with ease.
And as an added feature now you can automatically mount your sd card. Just plug your device in and up comes the file window on your computer. (this feature can come in handy for any rooted device)
Add to that OTG Drive support. Now you can mount your usb drives on your android device. For this feature you need Android OS 3.1. This is the first device to officially support OTG mode.
I also want to remind you that you have to be rooted and must have a kernel that has UMS supported. You will also need a USB OTG cable as well. I found a great one that's not too expensive here.
Overall, I this is one app that I use on a regular basis and I don’t know what I did without it. Here’s the download link and the thread on xda: LINK, thread
Also for screenshots check out my blog here.
I have that app but it FC's whenever I hook up my HTC Evo. I'm rooted on 3.1 and I'm on the Tiamet kernel.
I didn't leave a bad review because I know this will get sorted out or a user error of some kind. Good review though. By the way why are there two apps in the Market.
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I have that app but it FC's whenever I hook up my HTC Evo. I'm rooted on 3.1 and I'm on the Tiamet kernel.
I didn't leave a bad review because I know this will get sorted out or a user error of some kind. Good review though. By the way why are there two apps in the Market.
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As far as the force closing issue is concerned I'm not sure what the problem might be but does it happen with any other device? Like a different phone or usb stick?
I plan to ask the dev why there are two different apps in the market but from looking at the description the otg app has more features. And thanks btw.
I have to test out other things to narrow down the problem. I will try a USB stick later. I downloaded the OTG one.
So, I have quite a bit of experience with Android, but this is my first 3.1 tablet and for the life of me I cannot figure these three things out...
*** EDIT: All of the sudden it is loading as a drive w/out me doing anythng, whereas yesterday it was looking for Asus software. The other two issues remain though... lol *** First, I want to plug it into my laptop as USB storage so I can copy over music and pics (wallpapers) to the MicroSD, as well as removed and save downloaded content. When I plug it in, I get no option to mount as USB like I do on Android 1.x and 2.x. It also doesn't show as a drive on the laptop. Since I get no option on the device I am thinking it isn't driver related, but maybe an option somewhere. I hope it isn't drive since I don't want to install one on this work laptop. lol Help?
Second, while the MicroSD is in the device there is an icon for it next to the time. Without unmounting the card, how do I make that icon go away?
And last, I have around 20gb of music uploaded to my Google Music account, but when I open the Google Music app it says there is no music on the device. There also is no option I can find to link to my google music account (which I thought should be automatically). My understanding, and how it works on Android 2.x, is that when I open my app it displays the music I have in that account online, but not on this one. Any ideas?
Thanks everyone...
Also, in case it's needed, this is the TF 16gb on Andriod 3.1...
I don't think there's any way to get rid of the icon. But with your music app make sure your gmail user address is right in the settings. I have too many addresses and sometimes use the wrong one.
As far as the MicroSD icon goes I believe that is an Asus addition to Honeycomb and can't be removed. I think it would be up to a ROM developer to strip it from the build.
As for the Google Music Beta, I have had similar issues. All I can recommend is going to the Market and making sure you have the latest version. If you do then the only other thing that has worked for me is trying a new ROM. I had no luck getting my Music to sync while running Prime 1.5 but with MagnuSupreme and Clemsyns ROM it has worked beautifully.
You can get rid of the icon if you are rooted. Just unmount the card normally, then mount in a terminal as root with 'mkdir /data/Removable/MicroSD && mount /dev/block/vold/179\:9 /data/Removable/MicroSD'. You'll need to unmount it manually and delete the folder when your done though.
Thanks everyone!
This is about the lack of storage. Everyone seems to be happy with the plugging in of the usb and removing it whenever it is not needed.This to me seems long as you have to pen a file manager to see your files and obviously cannot install apps on it. I was wondering if we could put the actual android os onto the stick so we boot the phone off of it so we can also install apps? Just an idea.
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This is about the lack of storage. Everyone seems to be happy with the plugging in of the usb and removing it whenever it is not needed.This to me seems long as you have to pen a file manager to see your files and obviously cannot install apps on it. I was wondering if we could put the actual android os onto the stick so we boot the phone off of it so we can also install apps? Just an idea.
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For that to work you would need OTG working, it isn't supported currently. Even the 8GB model has more than enough storage for system files, apps and their associated data; its people that like to carry around huge music or video libraries that find it inadequate. BTW box.com is offering 50GB of free storage for any LG phone this month, embrace the cloud people.
Hi,
I am so close to getting this setup how I wanted - it's frustrating...
I have a nexus player - loaded kodi, side loaded NHL network, side loaded Amazon app - all that is working. I attach a 4TB USB drive (formatted fat32) and although ES file explorer can see it and Kodi can use it, I cannot get move to SD working...
I rooted it, I have super user working, I installed stickmount and ran that and tried using folder mount with no luck.
The external drive almost looks like it shows up as 2 drives...
When I unplugged the drive Kodi somehow cannot see it anymore when plugged back into the hub.
I want to be able to load this stuff up because this setup is getting taken to a camper where the only internet will be my phone as a wifi hot spot but I don't want to burn a ton of data - I want to use play later to add to the collection up there by just transferring new files on a USB stick, also use that to sideload any APK's up there.
Right now the unit itself was so full I cannot install anything more so I was looking for an app2sd option like my phone and used the (root, su, stickmount, foldermount way I read in several places).
I had to uninstall things just to install foldermount but if there are menu's on that I cannot access them so I can get to createpair screen and navigate to the place where you would populate destination, but once at that screen - there is no way I can see to save that - just has up (go back)... so I am totally stuck - been at it for hours - about to just take it back and build a small htpc but I really liked the idea of such a small device with the limited space I have at the camper.
I admit I do not have a good understanding of how Android deals with it's file structure and mounting drives / volumes.
Is what I am trying to do possible or am I asking for to much?
I discribed the only way i found that works here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=61584727&postcount=158
Without the ability to install on an external location i think the nexus player is worthless.
Almost every good game is almost 2 GB shame on you google ......
8GB for a TV box is way too little without an external SD card !!!
I tried your way numerous times but it doesn't mount the 2nd partition, sometimes it doesn't see the 2nd partition, (intermittent) ...any ideas?
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