On Mon, Oct 15, 2012 at 7:54 AM, Mayuresh <mayur...@acm.org> wrote: > On Sun, Oct 14, 2012 at 07:43:08PM +0530, Mehul Ved wrote: > > > I didn't find it particularly useful. I do try to use it as and when > > possible but still prefer using my laptop. But, really depends on how > > deep you want to go with it. Quite a lot can be fiddled around with, > > especially after rooting. > > My usage pattern is, if laptop is on, I'll prefer to do any work on the > mobile (administration, copying files to/from the device, playing > multimedia contents etc.) >
I too prefer this. But no ssh. You shoud look at AirDroid Android App. You "interface" to the mobile phone via browser. Android runs a webserver. So Wireless LAN is all you need. It is definitely useful for copying files to/from, multimedia, Check reply/SMS etc. from your laptop. About other requirements : I had tried "shell" and "vi" on my Nokia 5800XM once. It is Symbian S50V5 ful touch screen device. What I ended up realizing is although it is "cool" to be able to ssh/vi on your phone, the phone form factor isn't suitable for such things (other than in emergencies) Problems I noticed : - Screen too small, part of which is "eaten" by virtual keyboard. - No special keys like "escape" - used a LOT with vi. I doubt standard Android keyboard has Ctrl key used a LOT with emacs. I suggestion(s) : - Go for as big screen your budget allows. 7" tablet may be best (But it has other portability issues - Your budget/your choice) - If you seriously plan to use Android Term, I suggest you research bluetooth physical keyboard. - Some Galaxy Model (not mentioned by you) has a physical pullout keyboard. See if that model is available. It might be next best thing after BT kbd. What you are trying to do is interesting. I would be interested in knowing the outcome. Best Wishes !!! -Mandar _______________________________________ Pune GNU/Linux Users Group Mailing List
