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Posted: 5/3/2024 2:51:41 PM EDT
I am wanting to hook up an RTL dongle to an android phone.

What apps are the best. Do I need a cable to power both power the dongle and run signal to the phone?

NOAA, FM, AM, Airband, SSB, etc etc. All the things.
Link Posted: 5/3/2024 3:13:08 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Jambalaya] [#1]
It's been a while since I used it but SDR touch was the best app last time I checked.  There may be newer ones now.

ETA if your phone is capable of powering external devices with an OTG adapter, it should work.  But it would be better to get a powered type C USB hub and connect a battery bank to it to keep the phone charged and power the SDR.
Link Posted: 5/4/2024 11:56:20 AM EDT
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I have not had any issues just plugging in so far.

But I haven't been using it for loooooong periods of time.

It does get warm though.

I use Velcro tape and this carrier from Etsy.
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1543295723/3d-printed-rtl-sdr-magnetic-mount-asa

The carrier is magnetic so be aware.
Link Posted: 5/4/2024 3:48:08 PM EDT
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What SDR apps are you running on the pixel phone?
Link Posted: 5/5/2024 11:22:14 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By Shootindave:
What SDR apps are you running on the pixel phone?
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I tried a few but used SDR++ the most I think.
https://www.sdrpp.org/
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