OTG Support on Google Nexus 7 2013 without rooting?

[Sushubh]

Possible? If not, what needs to be done! Thanks.

 

[Nishant]

AFAIK it won't. It has the same hardware limitation as in N4. It supplies only 8ma current.

 

[Sushubh]

So OTG support is restricted because the USB port does not supply enough electricity? 😕

I remember reading about a paid app that allowed OTG without rooting. No longer?

 

[Nishant]

Two restrictions. One is the current thingy and one is the kernel module is not present in the stock ROM/Kernel. So even if you root and install a compatible kernel or an app which enables the module, you'll need to use a Y cable with an external power for the USB device to work.

 

[Sushubh]

😱 so you cannot really use otg hard drive on the nexus 7 without a power source at all? what about regular pen drive? 😀

 

[mS8^Y4prh8]

Here is the paid app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.homeysoft.nexususb.importer&hl=en
Here is some extra info if you aren't on 4.4: Nexus Media Importer

AFAIK USB HDDs don't work but USB drives will.

 

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[Sushubh]

so the app does not require root right?

 

[mS8^Y4prh8]

Nope many people on XDA say it works on stock. The app description also states this "-DOES NOT REQUIRE ROOT! Rooting may void your device's warranty."

 

[Sushubh]

Due to hardware limitations, the Nexus 4 is not supported.

lol. what did LG mess up in n4?

 

[Nishant]

Hmm. Looks like N7 2013 is providing ample power so that atleast pen drives work, which N4 doesn't :-(