Samsung Camera Manager

[Daniel1977]

I found it here

http://apk-dl.com/samsung-camera-manager-inst

 

[Sendeva]

Yes there is still 3rd party website's that will still have it.

 

[SuperSet]

That's what mine does on my Android 6 tablet. It only works on my Android 5 Lollipop phone.

This is incredibly frustrating for me. The NX1's "smart" camera features are now useless because Samsung can't be bothered to update their Android app to work with Android M. Android M was released in October 2015. That is basically a year after the camera was released. I can't believe how quickly Samsung dropped support. It's pretty shameful for a tech company to have all the "smart" features in their flagship camera rendered useless so quickly because they refuse to update their apps.

In that other thread, some dude had a video showing that it worked on his android 6 tablet but over Wifi, instead of Bluetooth.

I couldn't get it working either way on marshmallow so maybe try yours.

 

[wakaaao]

I tweeted them asking what's up with app not available. They asked me to DM them immediately. I think more people should ask them in public tweets. Might help.

 

[SuperSet]

I tweeted them asking what's up with app not available. They asked me to DM them immediately. I think more people should ask them in public tweets. Might help.

I don't have Twitter so please post their response, if possible. Thanks!

 

[Sendeva]

Add my name to the list of affected users. I emailed the developer too, and I agree, it is unfortunate that both the local name of the address is "scam"wifi and the domain is just a generic "gmail.com". I am not even confident that I will receive a response, but if I do, I will post it here. Here is my email message to the developer...

I own a Samsung NX1, and I specifically moved from Windows Phone and purchased a Samsung phone to have this app and the best possible experience with my camera. I am extremely disappointed that my phone will not pair with my camera via this app. This app, and the potential to share my photos from my camera to my phone (and ultimately social media websites) in the field, was one of the major considerations I made in selecting the Samsung S7 Edge.

Also, I am going to give Sendeva's recommendation from above a shot when I get in from the office this evening. Thanks ;-)

Edit: I was able to get the application installed from the files at the link. My antivirus software didn't have a problem with the files nor did the antivirus on the phone, so I think you should be fine.

While I was able to get the application installed, and my camera was recognized, it has failed to connect the two for any kind of transfer. I will also add that "Smart Network Switch" is set to Off, per recommendation.


The application has not moved beyond this point... The loading icon just spins while it "connects."

So I have one tablet that would do this %100 of the time and I found a work around.

Install Samsung camera manager from the apk (downloaded)

Install from the play store:

-Samsung Smart Switch (it installs the much needed Samsung accessory service)

- Samsung MobileLink

- Samsung Remote viewfinder (there will be 2 version on the playstore I installed both just to be safe)

- Samsung Smart Camera app

After doing so my NX1 will connect and work with the camera manager.

I do hope this helps people out.

 

[Kinger]

I can handle the fact that Samsung stopped making cameras. What I do not accept is them not supporting product that is still available as new through some of their retailers. Complete BS! This has me really thinking of unloading all my gear. I use IOS and can still get the applications from the ITunes Store, but what if it is not compatible with the next OS? I'm screwed. Forget it, this is stupid to continue on with these jokers. I've been a loyal Samsung supporter, but I've hit my limit!

 

[SuperSet]

I have one tablet that would do this %100 of the time and I found a work around.

Install Samsung camera manager from the apk (downloaded)

Install from the play store:

-Samsung Smart Switch (it installs the much needed Samsung accessory service)

- Samsung MobileLink

- Samsung Remote viewfinder (there will be 2 version on the playstore I installed both just to be safe)

- Samsung Smart Camera app

After doing so my NX1 will connect and work with the camera manager.

I do hope this helps people out.

I just tried this again on my Nexus tablet and wasn't able to find the 'Samsung Smart Switch' app in the Play Store. Anyone else?

 

[wakaaao]

Yea, I am happy with my nx500, was tempted to buy 16mm from BH as it's at $199 but this support makes me think twice if I should add more money into this system. Sad that Nx500 is just 1yr old.

I can handle the fact that Samsung stopped making cameras. What I do not accept is them not supporting product that is still available as new through some of their retailers. Complete BS! This has me really thinking of unloading all my gear. I use IOS and can still get the applications from the ITunes Store, but what if it is not compatible with the next OS? I'm screwed. Forget it, this is stupid to continue on with these jokers. I've been a loyal Samsung supporter, but I've hit my limit!

 

[Sendeva]

Samsung smart switch

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sec.android.easyMover&hl=en

 

[calvinck]

Add my name to the list of affected users. I emailed the developer too, and I agree, it is unfortunate that both the local name of the address is "scam"wifi and the domain is just a generic "gmail.com". I am not even confident that I will receive a response, but if I do, I will post it here. Here is my email message to the developer...

I own a Samsung NX1, and I specifically moved from Windows Phone and purchased a Samsung phone to have this app and the best possible experience with my camera. I am extremely disappointed that my phone will not pair with my camera via this app. This app, and the potential to share my photos from my camera to my phone (and ultimately social media websites) in the field, was one of the major considerations I made in selecting the Samsung S7 Edge.

Also, I am going to give Sendeva's recommendation from above a shot when I get in from the office this evening. Thanks ;-)

Edit: I was able to get the application installed from the files at the link. My antivirus software didn't have a problem with the files nor did the antivirus on the phone, so I think you should be fine.

While I was able to get the application installed, and my camera was recognized, it has failed to connect the two for any kind of transfer. I will also add that "Smart Network Switch" is set to Off, per recommendation.


The application has not moved beyond this point... The loading icon just spins while it "connects."

So I have one tablet that would do this %100 of the time and I found a work around.

Install Samsung camera manager from the apk (downloaded)

Install from the play store:

-Samsung Smart Switch (it installs the much needed Samsung accessory service)

- Samsung MobileLink

- Samsung Remote viewfinder (there will be 2 version on the playstore I installed both just to be safe)

- Samsung Smart Camera app

After doing so my NX1 will connect and work with the camera manager.

I do hope this helps people out.

Installed everything you listed, still doesn't work on my NX500. FYI I have a galaxy note 4 running 6.0.1. Did you manage to connect your NX1 via bluetooth or wifi? Anyway neither bluetooth nor wifi work for me.

On the other hand, I managed to revive my 4-year-old HTC one sv running Android 4.2.2. BUT it doesn't work as well!! How frustrating. It works fine with my galaxy tab s2 (running 5.1.1) though, I wonder whether does the app only work with samsung devices?

 

[Viking0728]

I tweeted them asking what's up with app not available. They asked me to DM them immediately. I think more people should ask them in public tweets. Might help.

This is a great idea! I'll send a tweet to Samsung USA. Companies hate bad press.

 

[cookedraw]

Try the app samsung mobile link like this.

When the camera is trying to connect to the the phone, open wifi settings on the phone, look for a wifi network named NXsomething. Connect to it. Open mobile link.

Did it work ?

 

[freeAgent85]

I tweeted them asking what's up with app not available. They asked me to DM them immediately. I think more people should ask them in public tweets. Might help.

This is a great idea! I'll send a tweet to Samsung USA. Companies hate bad press.

It would be nice if they could open source their discontinued apps or at least open up whatever API they're using so someone else could pick up where they left off. I'm not a developer, but that would at least give us a shot at getting something that works.

 

[Viking0728]

I tweeted them asking what's up with app not available. They asked me to DM them immediately. I think more people should ask them in public tweets. Might help.

This is a great idea! I'll send a tweet to Samsung USA. Companies hate bad press.

It would be nice if they could open source their discontinued apps or at least open up whatever API they're using so someone else could pick up where they left off. I'm not a developer, but that would at least give us a shot at getting something that works.

It would be nice if they SAID they were discontinuing their smart camera app support, not just pulling the required software. I realize they want to sell all their inventory, but this is just ridiculous for a major electronics manufacturer like Samsung to be this cavalier in their attitude towards their customers.

And I did tweet to samsung support usa. They have no idea what I am talking about regarding the app. They directed me to the Samsung NX app, which is essentially a catalog of products.

 

[freeAgent85]

I looked at the NX app once. What a joke. It's really too bad that Samsung can't be bothered to offer halfway decent support of a system which THEY STILL HAVEN'T OFFICIALLY CANCELED and are selling as if it was new and fully supported.

 

[supeyugin1]

That's what mine does on my Android 6 tablet. It only works on my Android 5 Lollipop phone.

This is incredibly frustrating for me. The NX1's "smart" camera features are now useless because Samsung can't be bothered to update their Android app to work with Android M. Android M was released in October 2015. That is basically a year after the camera was released. I can't believe how quickly Samsung dropped support. It's pretty shameful for a tech company to have all the "smart" features in their flagship camera rendered useless so quickly because they refuse to update their apps.

It's over guys. Never buy ANYTHING Samsung!

 

[markyboy81]

That's what mine does on my Android 6 tablet. It only works on my Android 5 Lollipop phone.

This is incredibly frustrating for me. The NX1's "smart" camera features are now useless because Samsung can't be bothered to update their Android app to work with Android M. Android M was released in October 2015. That is basically a year after the camera was released. I can't believe how quickly Samsung dropped support. It's pretty shameful for a tech company to have all the "smart" features in their flagship camera rendered useless so quickly because they refuse to update their apps.

It's over guys. Never buy ANYTHING Samsung!

Never say never! This whole experience with samsung has left a bad taste in my mouth and their attitude towards customers is shocking.

But I would not rule out buying a Samsung product again as they do make high quality products. I'd just be extremely wary.

 

[wakaaao]

That's what mine does on my Android 6 tablet. It only works on my Android 5 Lollipop phone.

This is incredibly frustrating for me. The NX1's "smart" camera features are now useless because Samsung can't be bothered to update their Android app to work with Android M. Android M was released in October 2015. That is basically a year after the camera was released. I can't believe how quickly Samsung dropped support. It's pretty shameful for a tech company to have all the "smart" features in their flagship camera rendered useless so quickly because they refuse to update their apps.

It's over guys. Never buy ANYTHING Samsung!

Never say never! This whole experience with samsung has left a bad taste in my mouth and their attitude towards customers is shocking.

But I would not rule out buying a Samsung product again as they do make high quality products. I'd just be extremely wary.

basically, never buy anything from Samsung that is not a home appliance or a mobile

 

[cookedraw]

That's what mine does on my Android 6 tablet. It only works on my Android 5 Lollipop phone.

This is incredibly frustrating for me. The NX1's "smart" camera features are now useless because Samsung can't be bothered to update their Android app to work with Android M. Android M was released in October 2015. That is basically a year after the camera was released. I can't believe how quickly Samsung dropped support. It's pretty shameful for a tech company to have all the "smart" features in their flagship camera rendered useless so quickly because they refuse to update their apps.

It's over guys. Never buy ANYTHING Samsung!

Ok. Can you provide a list of hardware that is guaranteed samsung free ? Iphone ?