Software:Shoutr

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Short description: Mobile application that allows users to transfer data between Android-powered devices
shoutr
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Developer(s)shoutr labs
Initial releaseFebruary 20, 2013; 11 years ago (2013-02-20)
Operating systemAndroid 2.2 and later
TypePeer-to-peer file sharing
LicenseCommercial proprietary software
Websiteshoutr

shoutr is a mobile application that allows users to transfer data of any kind between Android-powered devices. It works without an internet connection or pre-existing network infrastructure. All that is needed are two or more Android devices equipped with Wi-Fi technology. All data sent with shoutr is protected by WPA2 encryption.

The technology behind shoutr is based on the Wi-Fi capability built into the respective Android device. This is used to connect devices directly: One device opens up a Wi-Fi hotspot; other devices connect to it and get the data - this does not need a Wi-Fi hotspot around.[1]

According to Google Play, shoutr is available for Android devices from Android 2.2 (Froyo) on.[2]

See also

  • AirDrop, a similar platform for iOS smart phones
  • Briar, and independent copyleft app for Android
  • Nearby Share, a similar Google platform for Android smart phones
  • Shoutr, a free proprietary Wi-Fi P2P multi-user app for sharing files on Android
  • Wi-Fi Direct, a similar technology
  • Zapya, a free proprietary file transfer over Wi-Fi app

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