Threemote

So, less than a week after we announce Threemote, we’re proud to launch our first public beta.  In a few days the Windows Mobile version will be available also.

Note: Threemote requires Android 1.6 as a minimum and is currently Wi-Fi only

So, first off, I must warn you all, this is Beta!  However, we’ve been sitting on the application for a few weeks in its current state and we’re really happy with the performance and stability.

In preparation, as this is a non-market application you need to perform an extra step to get the installation files.

To do this; on your device go to Settings –> Applications and tick “Unknown sources”.  If you’re unsure about this, don’t worry, Threemote will be available on the market soon .

There are many ways to get the APK onto the device.  The easiest by far is to navigate to http://www.setupremote.com on your device and download the software.  You must have an SD card inserted into your phone so the installer than copy to that.

http://www.SetupRemote.com

Once the software has downloaded, the next step is to get it paired with your PC.

1. Ensure that your device is connected to your wireless network
2. On Windows 7:
   1. Go to Start –> Devices and Printers and click “Add a device” (at the top)
   2. Windows will search for Threemote
   3. Double-click and follow the installation
3. On Windows Vista:
   1. Go to Start –> Network
   2. Double click Threemote on your Network screen
   3. You will need to enable Network Sharing, Vista should walk through this
   4. Accept any driver prompts
4. Your computer will download and install a driver automatically from Windows Update
   1. You may need to reboot if running Windows Vista

If the above steps don’t work, restart your device.

Once the device is paired and the driver is installed, you can now connect from your device.

From Threemote, press Menu –> Refresh/Connect.   Threemote will try to connect to your PC and then will enable by default the Windows Media Player gadget.

To enable more gadgets, download them from http://gallery.live.com/results.aspx?bt=8&pl=7.  Remember, you need Windows SideShow gadgets, not Sidebar gadgets.

Once you’ve downloaded and installed other gadgets, enable them through the Windows SideShow control panel.

As this is a beta, we’re actively encouraging all feedback.  Please submit all feedback and queries to http://www.threemote.com/contact.php.  With crashes or issues, please include reproducible steps.

Enjoy