I’m having trouble getting Eclipse to detect my Sony Xperia Miro for Android app testing. It’s frustrating because I can easily test on HTC devices, but I’m stuck with this Xperia.
The Android emulator works fine for testing, and my computer recognizes the Xperia for other tasks like accessing storage and syncing. But when it comes to debugging my app, the device just doesn’t show up.
Has anyone else run into this issue? I’ve been scratching my head trying to figure out what I’m missing. Any tips or tricks for getting Eclipse to play nice with Sony devices would be super helpful.
I’m worried I might have to switch to a different phone for testing, which would be a pain. Really hoping there’s a simple solution I’ve overlooked. Thanks for any advice!
I’ve been through this headache with Sony devices before. One thing that worked for me was enabling USB debugging in Developer Options, then switching the USB connection mode to ‘Charging only’ instead of MTP or PTP. Oddly enough, this sometimes tricks Eclipse into recognizing the device.
Another workaround I found was using the Android Debug Bridge (ADB) command line tool. You can start ADB server, connect your device, and use ‘adb devices’ to check if it’s recognized. If it shows up there but not in Eclipse, try restarting the ADB server from within Eclipse (Window > Show View > Other > Android > Devices).
If all else fails, consider using Vysor. It’s a Chrome app that lets you mirror and control your Android device on your computer. It’s not a perfect solution, but it can be a decent stopgap while you troubleshoot the Eclipse issue.
yo, had similar probs with my xperia. try this: go to device manager, find ur phone, right-click and update driver. sometimes windows messes up. also, check if ur usb cable ain’t busted. if nothin works, maybe time to ditch eclipse for android studio. it’s way better with device stuff.
I encountered a similar problem with my Sony device. Have you tried installing the Sony Mobile USB driver? It’s often overlooked but can be crucial for debugging. Also, ensure your device is in MTP mode when connected. If these don’t work, consider using ADB commands to manually list and connect devices. Sometimes Eclipse needs a nudge to recognize certain phones. As a last resort, you might want to explore using Android Studio, which tends to have better device recognition across various manufacturers.
hey mate, had the same issue w/ my xperia. try updating ur sony pc companion software and install xperia drivers. that fixed it for me. also check if usb debugging is on in developer options. if nothin works, might need to switch to android studio. good luck!
Have you tried using the Sony PC Companion software? It’s designed specifically for Sony devices and often resolves connectivity issues. Install it, then run it before connecting your Xperia Miro. This usually installs the correct drivers and protocols.
Another trick is to go into your phone’s Developer Options and toggle USB debugging off and on again. Sometimes this resets the connection and makes Eclipse recognize the device.
If these don’t work, you might want to look into using Android Studio instead of Eclipse. It’s generally more up-to-date with device compatibility and might solve your problem without much hassle. Plus, it’s becoming the standard for Android development anyway.