How to Rename Android Device on Network
Android devices don't have nice default names on a local network. This can be confusing, especially if you have to type "android-cfd55432173d6d3e" often. But, if your android device is routed, it's just one line in a terminal (as superuser) to change this:
setprop net.hostname THE_NEW_HOSTNAME
Here's a screenshot:
2 comments:
I've been looking forever for an answer to this question! While going into terminal and changing the name of my device DOES work. As soon as I reboot my tablet, the device name goes back to it's original, horrendously long name. Any idea how to make this change stick?
As soon as I reboot my tablet, the device name goes back to it's original, horrendously long name. Hack Line Horse
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