DogNASReuse an old Android
An old Android in a drawer is a small computer that still works: it has storage, Wi-Fi, a battery that rides out short power cuts and almost no running cost. With DogNAS it can serve your files to every device at home, with no cloud and no monthly fee.
These guides start with the basics (turning a phone or tablet into a file server), then cover the leftovers around it: what to do with a laptop hard drive and what else an old phone can become.
Every guide says what you need, how long it takes and what the setup cannot do, so you can decide before installing anything.
Reuse an old AndroidHow to turn an old Android into a file server
That phone or tablet sitting in a drawer can keep your home's photos, videos and documents over Wi-Fi, with no cloud and no monthly fee.
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Reuse an old AndroidHow to reuse an old laptop's hard drive as home storage
That hard drive or SSD left over from a laptop can become extra space for your Android server. See what you need and what to watch for.
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Reuse an old AndroidWhat to do with an old Android phone: 10 ideas that are actually useful
Camera, webcam, media hub, file server and more: 10 uses for the Android sitting in a drawer, and how to pick the best one for you.
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Reuse an old AndroidOld tablet sitting idle? Turn it into home storage
The Android tablet nobody uses anymore has a big screen, a generous battery and room to spare: great as your family's file server.
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