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Asked: 2026-05-27T00:13:58+00:00

Is it possible to use an Android mobile device as a GSM modem? I

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Is it possible to use an Android mobile device as a GSM modem?

I have been working with GSM modems for several years. I am developing apps under .net to make data calls, send/reieve SMSs and so on, i used normal GSM modems so far, not mobiles.

Now I’d like to connect some android devices via USB to my PC and use it as a GSM modem, communicate with it via standard AT commands.

Is there any kind of driver/app/etc to handle it? It would be nice to communicate with it via RS232.

Thanks!

Environment: Windows XP/Windows 7
Mobile to test: Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini

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  1. Editorial Team

    I honestly don’t know a straight answer to your question, but I would recommend perusing the docs on USB to see what data/info you can transfer.

    http://developer.android.com/reference/android/hardware/usb/package-summary.html

    With what you’re wanting, though, you’d also need to develop your own desktop app. You may be able to use ADB/shell to communicate. Phones may also need to be rooted for it, depending on how much control you want.

    Drivers required would be the device manufacturer’s USB drivers, if any were needed (which they are for ADB/Shell).

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