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Sideload Guide : Windows XP : Cellphones
Cellphones have excellent sideloading options. Many come with data transfer software on a disk, most support Bluetooth file transfer and many have easily accessible memory cards that can be removed. The easiest way of transferring files will depend on which options your particular phone supports and which of the connection options are easiest for your PC.
If you have Bluetooth connectivity you will have to "pair" your PC and your cellphone. This is a one-off security procedure that makes sure that the PC and phone are authorized to communicate with each other.
The variety of different bluetooth drivers and cellphones means that this can be confusing. Not to worry, the next step will show you how to pair your devices and transfer the videos.
Alternatively, many cellphones come bundled with software tools that can be used for a variety of functions. If you already have this software and a suitable cable you can use the USB option. However, it's worth pointing out that USB performance varies greatly by device and manufacturer. We'll discuss some of these variations in the next step.
If you don't have the software that goes with your phone the chances are that it's available for free download from the manufacturer's website. In this case you will just need a suitable cable, which are available in cellphone stores and from web sites.
Memory cards have huge capacity for video storage and data transfer speeds are very high.
Bluetooth
Unless you are using a laptop with built-in Bluetooth support the chances are that you will have to acquire a Bluetooth adapter if you want to use Bluetooth for file transfer. Adapters like those shown below are available in most electronics retailers, but they can be over-priced, especially from stores in the US like Best Buy and Radio Shack. If you're in the North America our advice is to shop online. Follow this link for some suggestions.The variety of different bluetooth drivers and cellphones means that this can be confusing. Not to worry, the next step will show you how to pair your devices and transfer the videos.
Next Step - Bluetooth Pairing
USB
There is a trend among cellphone manufacturers to make thir devices appear as storage drives when connected to a PC. This makes sideloading as simple as copying a file from one location to another.Alternatively, many cellphones come bundled with software tools that can be used for a variety of functions. If you already have this software and a suitable cable you can use the USB option. However, it's worth pointing out that USB performance varies greatly by device and manufacturer. We'll discuss some of these variations in the next step.
If you don't have the software that goes with your phone the chances are that it's available for free download from the manufacturer's website. In this case you will just need a suitable cable, which are available in cellphone stores and from web sites.
Final Step - File Transfer Using USB
Memory Cards
Removable memory cards come in a variety of formats and sizes and are not supported on all cellphones. However if your phone supports removable memory cards and you have a card reader, then welcome to sideload heaven.Memory cards have huge capacity for video storage and data transfer speeds are very high.
Final Step - File Transfer Using Memory Cards