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Has anyone tried firing up a remote desktop session yet? I'm kicking around the idea of getting a xoom as a replacement for my laptop, and using it to remote to my desktop PC
I tried the Remote Desktop Client from Xtralogic, Inc with a similar plan in mind. Unfortunately, it would just force close upon launch.
I didnt really want to play with the similar apps that require an agent on the server / windows machine. For me, it looks like Im waiting for an updated app to run with Honeycomb.
gigglebox said:
I tried the Remote Desktop Client from Xtralogic, Inc with a similar plan in mind. Unfortunately, it would just force close upon launch.
I didnt really want to play with the similar apps that require an agent on the server / windows machine. For me, it looks like Im waiting for an updated app to run with Honeycomb.
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I bought Xtralogic's Remote Desktop for my Droid X phone, so when I downloaded it to my Xoom and it force closed on me, I emailed their support. They sent me a beta copy in the middle of the night which works wonderfully on the Xoom.
I just replied to their email saying that it works with our servers so I would expect an update on the market shortly. Alternatively you can email their support for the beta version and see if they send it out to other owners as well until they release the finished copy.
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I bought Xtralogic's Remote Desktop for my Droid X phone, so when I downloaded it to my Xoom and it force closed on me, I emailed their support. They sent me a beta copy in the middle of the night which works wonderfully on the Xoom.
I just replied to their email saying that it works with our servers so I would expect an update on the market shortly. Alternatively you can email their support for the beta version and see if they send it out to other owners as well until they release the finished copy.
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Tried it again on my newly replaced Xoom and noticed that it wanted an update. Ran the update and it works like a champ. It looks like they acted fast!
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gigglebox said:
Tried it again on my newly replaced Xoom and noticed that it wanted an update. Ran the update and it works like a champ. It looks like they acted fast!
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Yeah, they emailed me around noon ET today saying that 2.6 was released with the fix. Great service.
Wyse works as well, without a required agent for the computer. I love their mouse too
Does this client create a secure tunnel, or is this the kind that you basically have open up your PC to the Internet?
archos has a remote app that lets you use your phone as a remote for the archos gen 8 series.
anything like it for the iconia? much easier to pause from the couch then getting up and going to the tablet
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archos has a remote app that lets you use your phone as a remote for the archos gen 8 series.
anything like it for the iconia? much easier to pause from the couch then getting up and going to the tablet
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This is interesting for me too
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+1 This would be very useful, mainly for when connected via HDMI to a TV or playing music in a different room, then just use phone as a remote.
Point of interest, the game Crazy Snowboard from the market has an option where you can play on your tablet while controlling your snowboarder from an Android phone via wifi. Figured I'd mention it since this is along the same line as what we're looking for.
No way to control Iconia from an Android device ???
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lbhocky19 said:
archos has a remote app that lets you use your phone as a remote for the archos gen 8 series.
anything like it for the iconia? much easier to pause from the couch then getting up and going to the tablet
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+1 on this. I have been looking for something like this for a while. Since I got this thing really.
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Digging up an old thread here. I use TeamViewer to access my other PC's from Android devices, but am looking for something where I could access the tablet from my PC. Is anyone aware of an app to remote access the Androids?
B to the izzump!
tgtoys said:
+1 This would be very useful, mainly for when connected via HDMI to a TV or playing music in a different room, then just use phone as a remote.
Point of interest, the game Crazy Snowboard from the market has an option where you can play on your tablet while controlling your snowboarder from an Android phone via wifi. Figured I'd mention it since this is along the same line as what we're looking for.
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Havent tried it but this: market.android.com/details?id=com.iandrobot.andromouse.lite
or this: market.android.com/details?id=berserker.android.apps.blueputdroid
would probally work. Basically they just turn your phone into a bluetooth mouse and keyboard. Theres many other apps like this, those are just two that i picked.
Im sure there are vnc servers apps out there for android. you could install a vnc client on your phone then remote in to the tablet with the vnc server running. That would be one way of doing it. That's not very elegant but would work.
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Havent tried it but this: market.android.com/details?id=com.iandrobot.andromouse.lite
or this: market.android.com/details?id=berserker.android.apps.blueputdroid
would probally work. Basically they just turn your phone into a bluetooth mouse and keyboard. Theres many other apps like this, those are just two that i picked.
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Not likely what I'm looking for as I would not be near the tablet, and even if I were, it's not likely I would use this rather than just picking up the tablet.
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Im sure there are vnc servers apps out there for android. you could install a vnc client on your phone then remote in to the tablet with the vnc server running. That would be one way of doing it. That's not very elegant but would work.
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I thought of this, and would work maybe 90% of the time. The other 10% of the time is if my tablet happens to be somewhere other than my house as it would then be on a different network and the client would not have a way to get to it, unless there are VNC servers that have a web service that broadcasts the tablets current location, similar to dyn-dns.
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Not likely what I'm looking for as I would not be near the tablet, and even if I were, it's not likely I would use this rather than just picking up the tablet.
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I was replying to a different post not yours, hence the quote i inserted before my reply
Hi,
I've found an app to control an android device from another android device. You have to install the app "DroidMote Client" on the device from which you want to control and install "DroidMote Server" on the device which you want to control. I'm using this on my HTC Desire to control my Transformer while it is connected to my TV. It works really good with this devices
Look at YouTube
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DzAM5sucrKc&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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Bluepurdroid is free on the market and works over bluetooth. You can choose to use a mousepointer to navigate your iconia, keyboard also works. You can also use a sixaxis controller. Haven't tried this on my A500 but works great on my ps3. The mouse and keyboard works just fine, like using a bluetoothkeyboard.
Great app for controlling the a500 while using it with a HDTV.
Something like teamviewer or vpn server?
hm while using team viewer to connect to pc in the popup window on pc there is a no. which is used to cennect to the device. Did someone tried to use this no. to connect back to the team viewer on the tablet?
i've been using DroidMote between my Iconia and my Fascinate for months running netflix and google music on my tv. definitely don't regret not getting a google tv device! ha. it runs great and yes you can use a wireless (usb) keyboard and mouse but most of us also own an android phone and they're much more convenient and one handed. just thought i'd put my two cents out there for anyone stumbling across this thread. totally worth the money, replaced my wii for HD netflix streaming!
I am unable to add a remote via the regular setup, and when I try a manual setup I get a forceclose. Anyone successfully get their app working?
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I am unable to add a remote via the regular setup, and when I try a manual setup I get a forceclose. Anyone successfully get their app working?
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I got mine working with Sony TV, no problem.
Got mine working with a vizio and with some other AC unit I have that has an IR remote.
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Man, my manufacture list is just blank when I click on it.
I believe I figured it out. I disabled the apk Quickset SDK. The list came back once it was enabled. I shall confirm later when I get home from work.
fhblake04 said:
I believe I figured it out. I disabled the apk Quickset SDK. The list came back once it was enabled. I shall confirm later when I get home from work.
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I've got the same problem. Could you please tell me how to enable Quickset SDK? Thanks.
I was able to setup my cable box from Cox, but I was unable to program my sound bar or my tv.
works on my LG, Vizio, Sanyo and VZ cable box.. easily.
Thing is to be close to the tv sensor when first setting up. then you can use the remote as far as possible.
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I've got the same problem. Could you please tell me how to enable Quickset SDK? Thanks.
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Go to Setting/Apps/ALL
find quickset SDK and enable it
Anyone know of a solid universal remote app that would also include a program guide? Quick remote is good and all, but I'm disappointed in the quick remote app not including a program guide on LG, like HTC and Samsung did for their apps. Keep in mind, I don't own a smart tv, so Wi-Fi remote is out of the question, for now.
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I already have a way to remote desktop to my PC from the shield tv, but I would like to be able to remote desktop into my shield TV from another device, like my pc, or smartphone. is this possible? Methods i've tried so far don't seem to work.
Also, im rooted.
There are VNC servers for Android. Give that a shot.
TeamViewer Host should work in theory. Maybe it requires a full version of Android?
With network debugging enabled I have been able to remote in to my shield using Vysor - a chrome extension. Works pretty well.
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TeamViewer Host should work in theory. Maybe it requires a full version of Android?
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tried this numerous times, with and without root. teamviewer sees and connects to the shield but when actually trying to display the screen for remote desktop, nothing appears.
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With network debugging enabled I have been able to remote in to my shield using Vysor - a chrome extension. Works pretty well.
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Will try this, which should work locally, and if so, thanks. But im curious on how to do this externally as well. (although just being able to do it from my local network should be enough)
unvaluablespace said:
Will try this, which should work locally, and if so, thanks. But im curious on how to do this externally as well. (although just being able to do it from my local network should be enough)
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This worked on my nexus 7 2 or 3 years ago
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.onaips.vnc
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tried this numerous times, with and without root. teamviewer sees and connects to the shield but when actually trying to display the screen for remote desktop, nothing appears.
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On my Shield I can connect to Teamviewer Host, and I can bring up the desktop. When I try to mouse click on the desktop, the whole machine reboots (this is with root access).
I've got a dialog with Teamviewer support about this issue.
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On my Shield I can connect to Teamviewer Host, and I can bring up the desktop. When I try to mouse click on the desktop, the whole machine reboots (this is with root access).
I've got a dialog with Teamviewer support about this issue.
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Thanks. sounds like you've gotten further than i have. I did get the screen to appear on my pc ONCE, and for a split second. ever since and before then, nothing. i dont even get the screen to pop up. ive tried everything i can think of. this was an issue with nexus player and fire tv devices as well. seems anything android tv-related operating systems won't play nice with teamviewer.
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seems anything android tv-related operating systems won't play nice with teamviewer.
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The response from Teamviewer is that the SATV is not currently supported, and that device support is added by popular demand.
So the more people who contact them, the better.
If you just would like to manage files on the Shield, AirDroid works pretty well. You need to sideload it to the Shield though.
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If you just would like to manage files on the Shield, AirDroid works pretty well. You need to sideload it to the Shield though.
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I've got plenty of options for transferring files. Just want to remotely access the shield tv to play with things like settings and configuring stuff when im at my pc, or away from home, rather than having to wait till i get home all the time.
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If you just would like to manage files on the Shield, AirDroid works pretty well. You need to sideload it to the Shield though.
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The response from Teamviewer is that the SATV is not currently supported, and that device support is added by popular demand.
So the more people who contact them, the better.
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thanks for the heads up. I will contact teamviewer requesting shield tv support, and suggest anyone else visiting this thread to do the same.
if you google teamviewer and android tv, apparently they added support. it just seems to specific devices. i recall it not working right on my nexus player, and fire tv's either, so i dont know what "popular" android tv's teamviewer decides to support.
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Will try this, which should work locally, and if so, thanks. But im curious on how to do this externally as well. (although just being able to do it from my local network should be enough)
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Hmm. Vysor does work over a LAN if you turn on ADB over TCP/IP. It might work over the Internet if you set up port forwarding, but it would have basically no security. Maybe an SSH tunnel would work?
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Mobizen?
did you try mobizen? i was searching for something for my sony bravia android tv when i found this thread. Was trying some of your solutions. Mobizen used to work perfect for me on my android 4.4 box. Doesn't work on my Android TV though but perhaps for you guys it does. It's a great free app (and I'm not working for the guys)
kind regards
Subscribed. I tried droid VNC and it did not work. Also looking for a way to VNC into my nVidia Shield Android TV or any remote control (not just file transfer) that works locally or internet, I usually connect using OpenVPN to my home network...
Just for info.
Teamviewer on full Android Marshmallow for Shield TV works very well.
zulu99 said:
Just for info.
Teamviewer on full Android Marshmallow for Shield TV works very well.
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Does it autostart and its available 24/7 like VNC?
EDIT: Tried TeamViewer QuickSupport... GARBAGE, does not work. Anybody else have any advise as to what to install? I have my nVidia Shields unlocked bootloader, rooted and reaty to rock-n-roll...
unvaluablespace said:
I already have a way to remote desktop to my PC from the shield tv, but I would like to be able to remote desktop into my shield TV from another device, like my pc, or smartphone. is this possible? Methods i've tried so far don't seem to work.
Also, im rooted.
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Install the remodroid app from the play store on your phone and the shield TV, set the Shield TV to Stream and the phone to Connect and you are now able to remotely viw your Shild TV from your phone.
I have flashed the Full Marshmallow OS and am running Kodi, as an FYI.
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Install the remodroid app from the play store on your phone and the shield TV, set the Shield TV to Stream and the phone to Connect and you are now able to remotely viw your Shild TV from your phone.
I have flashed the Full Marshmallow OS and am running Kodi, as an FYI.
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How about with shield AND a PC?
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Not sure if anyone knew but PIA (Private Internet Access) does work on the Fire Stick with Alexa running 5.2.4.0 (I'm not sure if it works on 5.2.2.0). I will say it runs slower then running it through my router by half. Now to get this puppy rooted P.S. I give up on trying to upload pics.
To be more precise you are saying that the PIA Android app works fine on a FireTV Stick 2. Which is to be expected since the FTVS2's hardware is close to being as powerful as a FireTV 1 Box.
It's good to have confirmation. :good:
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To be more precise you are saying that the PIA Android app works fine on a FireTV Stick 2. Which is to be expected since the FTVS2's hardware is close to being as powerful as a FireTV 1 Box.
It's good to have confirmation. :good:
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Yes it works flawlessly....I bought this thing to toy around with. Now if we can get root on this it would be pretty awesome.
Is there any way to manage PIA on the stick or are you stuck with what is sets when you log in?
philetus said:
If I already have a VPN for my wifi, do I need a separate VPN for the Firestick?
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You don't, you just need to connect to the Wifi that already has the VPN working. The PIA Android App is only for those that want to run a VPN on a per device bases or if you can not run the VPN thru our router or secondary router. A router run VPN is always recommend due to specs. But being able to run it a FireTV device itself is a good second choice.
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You don't, you just need to connect to the Wifi that already has the VPN working. The PIA Android App is only for those that want to run a VPN on a per device bases or if you can not run the VPN thru our router or secondary router. A router run VPN is always recommend due to specs. But being able to run it a FireTV device itself is a good second choice.
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That would work if I had the VPN in the router, but I just had it in my laptop.
I was able to install PIA in the firestick easily. It does change the IP so I'm good.
philetus said:
Is there any way to manage PIA on the stick or are you stuck with what is sets when you log in?
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Use mouse toggle to change the VPN server.
scoobysnack said:
Use mouse toggle to change the VPN server.
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UPDATE: I was able to figure it out. Works great. Thank you.
I installed mouse toggle and I can access settings, but I can't figure out how to change the current region.
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Is there any way to manage PIA on the stick or are you stuck with what is sets when you log in?
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philetus said:
UPDATE: I was able to figure it out. Works great. Thank you.
I installed mouse toggle and I can access settings, but I can't figure out how to change the current region.
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Click the region showing and it will bring up the rest use the 2 buttons on the right side of the remote to scroll up and down.
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That would work if I had the VPN in the router, but I just had it in my laptop.
I was able to install PIA in the firestick easily. It does change the IP so I'm good.
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Some are able to run a Wifi signal as a repeater on a laptop or desktop. But running the app on the device itself is much less complicated.
Are you running PIA on a FTVS1 or FTVS2. Spec wise I would only recommend running it on a FTV1, FTV2 or FTVS2 but I bet it runs ok on a FTVS1 although those are way slow. Guess having only used FTV1's for myself & programed FTVS1's for my F&F's have giving me a slow experience with FTVS1's. Messed with a couple of FVTS2's recently. And I still would prefer my FTV1's speed & controller wise. I hope the GUI update for FTV1's gets release soon.
I have the 2nd gen. FTVS2 amd Kodi Krypton 17. I've seen some saying PIA doesn't work well on 1st gen, saying it is on, but doesn't change the IP. IP Vanish is said to work good with gen 1. I just pushed the APK to the stick from my laptop with mimimal ADB and fastboot. Pushed mouse toggle also and everything works fine. Have you looked at Schism, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QiueM0jcL0k&t=603s
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I have the 2nd gen. FTVS2 amd Kodi Krypton 17. I've seen some saying PIA doesn't work well on 1st gen, saying it is on, but doesn't change the IP. IP Vanish is said to work good with gen 1. I just pushed the APK to the stick from my laptop with mimimal ADB and fastboot. Pushed mouse toggle also and everything works fine. Have you looked at Schism, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QiueM0jcL0k&t=603s
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I mostly run/install FTG Builds (FireTVGuru Builds: http://firetvguru.net/) since those builds are the easiest builds to keep updated by folks that don't like to pay attention to things. But all of those are still Kodi v16.1 based.
I've seen the new Kodi v17-RC builds. I was gonna try Schim's first. Guess I got to get used to the new Kv17 layout. But got sidetracked by the SU /SDCard bug when updating my FTV1's....
Is it possible to have the PIA VPN enable automatically when Kodi is run but disable when you close out of the app? I was just curious since when I try to watch something on Amazon Prime it's blocked when the VPN is enabled.
I'm guessing probably not, just wondered.
-J
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nbaj2k said:
Is it possible to have the PIA VPN enable automatically when Kodi is run but disable when you close out of the app? I was just curious since when I try to watch something on Amazon Prime it's blocked when the VPN is enabled.
I'm guessing probably not, just wondered.
-J
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With PIA you can set it for per app. You will need mouse toggle to reach the settings.
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With PIA you can set it for per app. You will need mouse toggle to reach the settings.
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Awesome I completely skipped over it. Thanks!
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With PIA you can set it for per app. You will need mouse toggle to reach the settings.
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One other quick question. So I enabled it to use VPN in Kodi, but not use it in any other app. I still get a geographical error when trying to watch something regularly on Amazon prime. Do you happen to know if there another step I need to do in order to get it to work?
Thanks,
-J
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nbaj2k said:
One other quick question. So I enabled it to use VPN in Kodi, but not use it in any other app. I still get a geographical error when trying to watch something regularly on Amazon prime. Do you happen to know if there another step I need to do in order to get it to work?
Thanks,
-J
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Switch servers.
scoobysnack said:
With PIA you can set it for per app. You will need mouse toggle to reach the settings.
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Per app?
Can you point out that setting/method in PIA? I have not seen that option on the Windows, Mac or Android version.
Thank you.
nbaj2k said:
Is it possible to have the PIA VPN enable automatically when Kodi is run but disable when you close out of the app? I was just curious since when I try to watch something on Amazon Prime it's blocked when the VPN is enabled.
I'm guessing probably not, just wondered.
-J
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JeffDC said:
Per app?
Can you point out that setting/method in PIA? I have not seen that option on the Windows, Mac or Android version.
Thank you.
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The setting button is in the far upper right corner.
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The setting button is in the far upper right corner.
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Thanks for that. I don't have the same options on my Mac!
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nor on my Windows PC.
It is on my Android phone though!
I'd think that option would be (even) more useful on laptops/PC's.