The remote connection function is provided for communication between mobile gadgets and personal computers. Smartphones and tablets store a large amount of personal data, the security of which can be enhanced through remote control using a computer.
What is meant by remote access?
Managing a smartphone today does not require connecting to a PC using a bunch of wires - just confine yourself to a couple of applications. The software gives access to gadget data - contacts, videos, personal information and images. Connection does not affect the performance of the gadget and does not take a long time.
What is access for?
You can remotely connect to your Android phone for the following purposes:
- set up remote blocking of information in case of loss or theft of the gadget, fix the face of the thief using the front camera;
- transfer any files and data from one device to another without resorting to USB-wires;
- determine the location of the phone and its owner using a camera as a tracking tool.
How to remotely connect to an Android phone
You can remotely control your computer and gadgets thanks to several applications that differ in functionality. How to remotely connect to the phone? For this purpose, you can use a QR code or a Google account, registration on the manufacturer’s website. You can synchronize your computer with a smartphone after installing the application and its settings.
Access via Google
Before you connect to the phone remotely, you need to determine the version of the Android operating system and check whether it supports this option. In the absence of such a function, the system is updated to the latest version, after which remote control is allowed in the settings.
Remote access to the gadget is possible only if you have an Internet connection through a mobile network or Wi-Fi. After entering the site and confirming the password from your Google account, you will have access to several functions:
- device geolocation;
- disconnecting, blocking the gadget, deleting data in case of loss or theft;
- a call that works even when the smartphone is turned off.
Third-party software
Can I remotely connect to the phone? In addition to the application for remote access to gadgets from Google, there are various third-party software:
- TeamViewer QuickSupport. Free software that provides access to mobile gadgets from a computer and vice versa.
- AirDroid Free software that transmits an image from a smartphone display to a computer monitor. File management features are available, but there is no way to launch applications directly.
- MobileGo. It synchronizes data with a PC, works with gadget data, quickly transfers it to a computer.
- Airmore It is activated by means of a QR code, allows access to writing messages, managing contacts, viewing files.
Android devices
On the basis of Android, several mobile applications have been developed that support feedback from the computer and allow you to work on it from the gadget:
- Splashtop 2 Remote Desktop. Before connecting to the phone remotely, you need to create an account in the service. The computer desktop is controlled via the touch screen of the smartphone.
- TeamViewer. Software that provides access to a computer and allows you to work with its memory card, data and other files. Possible synchronization with third-party computers.
- PocketCloud Remote Desktop. An application that works in several modes and features convenient navigation.
Synchronization via embedded services
The Android operating system integrates services that synchronize a mobile gadget with a personal computer. Effective remote work with tablets and smartphones is possible using Google services. The software determines the location of the gadget, allows you to receive calls when the phone is turned off, reboot the system, block data in case of loss or theft.
Before remotely connecting to the phone, you must:
- Open the "Google Settings" section.
- Select "Security".
- Activate the sub-item "Remote device search".
- Allow access to geolocation and location.
- Access the Google service from your computer.
- Enter the password for the account.
Access your phone from a computer
You can access mobile gadgets from a personal computer through several applications. The installation and the principle of operation of such software are similar, but in details the functionality and type of connection may vary. Programs can be distributed both on a free basis and on a paid basis.
Google account
Before you can remotely connect to another phone using the Google service, you need to activate an account for subsequent login and password from a PC. Synchronization is carried out through the phone settings in several stages:
- remote access is configured;
- Account is verified
- The subsequent operation of the PC with the phone is synchronized.
The geolocation of the phone is determined even when the gadget is turned off or when using another SIM card. The time and place of the last activity of the device is transmitted. One of the useful features is a forced call even when the smartphone is turned off. In case of loss or theft, resetting and locking all data helps. The advantages of such software are the ease and ease of connection, accessibility; disadvantages - limited functionality, the inability to work with Android data.
Airdroid
A free application that provides remote access to gadgets with Android OS by connecting to a computer. The service can be installed in two ways: through a Google account and an account on the Android website or through a QR code, provided that the mobile device and computer are connected to a single Wi-Fi network. Advanced software functionality is available only after obtaining root rights and additional settings.
Advantages of the program are quick and precise setup, user-friendly interface, rich functionality of the free version. Disadvantages - the need to install software with additional settings and the presence of paid features.
Airmore
A mobile application for those who are interested in whether it is possible to remotely connect to an Android phone from a computer. Synchronization is carried out through a QR code, without requiring registration of an account. Among the advantages of the program are free distribution, limitation of the size of copied files, ease of installation. Unfortunately, the Russian version of the software is missing.
Before you can seamlessly remotely connect to your Android phone, you need to install the application on your computer through a browser, and then scan the graphic code from the monitor. After that, a program with good functionality is downloaded from Google Play:
- access to messages, contacts and file manager;
- simultaneous notification to a smartphone and a computer;
- the ability to lock the display, control cameras;
- geolocation;
- file sharing of any size, backup.
Mobilego
Functional software designed to synchronize a personal computer with mobile devices. It is most effective when connected via cable or via Wi-Fi, which is possible only when scanning a QR code. The software is installed on both devices, and then it starts. Some features require root rights.
MobileGo service allows you to:
- copy data to a PC;
- work with calls and contacts;
- video conversion and viewing;
- work with the control manager and applications installed on the gadget;
- work with RAM.
TeamViewer QuickSupport
A popular mobile device management application for the Android operating system, distributed free of charge. It is downloaded simultaneously to both the gadget and the computer, after which an account is created. For work, the introduction of a smartphone identification number is required. The connection is fully protected and functions in all OSs.
Application features:
- work with software, data, the ability to select a specific folder for downloading data;
- transfer of screenshots of the display, broadcast from the smartphone screen to the monitor;
- tracking system status;
- lack of restrictions on the size of the transferred files.
Computer Management with Android Systems
Remote access to a personal computer from a mobile gadget allows you to work with data on a PC, manage software and broadcast from the desktop to the display of connected devices. To get started, you need to register on the software developer’s website and enter the login and password obtained after activating the account.
PocketCloud Remote Desktop
Software with two versions - paid and free. Unlike other applications, you can choose a specific connection method: through the VNC system, the RDP protocol or a Google account. Rich functionality and ease of management allow you to work with the program for both beginners and professionals. Adjustment of the broadcast desktop is carried out through the virtual keyboard and gestures.