Not sure if I will ever use it. Still bought one, Just like many other things bought on here. :laughing:

thats the spirit :laughing:

If I need a powerbank too then that's another thing to remember. Let's agree that we don't think the same and your recommendation will not suit some folk.

The 8GB appeared in the eBay deals today for £4.49 for anybody already in possession of a memory card. It supports up to 2TB SD, SDHC and SDXC.

Not really sure of a use but perhaps my phone which now requires a pointy thing and turning off to access micro SD. Update worked fine with W10 laptop and LG G6, only thing was installation of firmware didn't happen until I pulled it out then plugged it back in again, then it happened automatically. Horrible button though really uncomfortable. Copied photo from phone to AS then a video to my AS and played it on my phone no problems. So works well.

Expired, cheapest 22.99 now

Shame, looks like it will be going back then.

I've got a laptop with USB 3 and it works fine, but a desktop with USB 3 doesn't work.

I don't have an SD card reader unfortunately, and I don't really want to buy one just to get this to work. I only picked it up as a cheap gimmick. When I try and run the device manager troubleshooter it tells me it's a USB 2 device that might not be compatible with USB 3. Has anyone tried to swap between USB 2 and 3 sockets to see if that makes any difference?

I didn't manage to fix the issue in one of my desktops, so the workaround for me is to remove the SD card, and copy the files via another USB card reader... the main usage was to use it wirelessly on the go once the files were on the device and that seems to be working fine now... in case you want to give that a go.

Same here. Plug it into my windows 10 machine and it just continually mounts, immediatly disconnects and then mounts again. Cant' see any fixes for this online. Shame, I'll be sending it back if I can't figure out a solution.

8gb still available for £4.95 at http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Maxell-AirStash-Wireless-USB-Flash-Drive-Media-Streamer-With-8GB-Class10-SD-Card-/291956307328?clk_rvr_id=1239829669599&rmvSB=true

FYI On Amazon, the 8Gb is available for £7.95
but the 16GB has gone up to £22.99.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/d/USB-Flash-Drives/Maxell-Air-Stash-8GB-Wireless-Flash-Drive/B007KLAZFW/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_147_lp_t_3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=HQ090RD0FZN92625F3ZB

One of my Windows 10 desktops cannot recognize the USB/card, it doesn't appear on the explorer, but the other 2 laptops find it just find. So my workaround for now, is just to remove the card and use a USB card reader for the desktop that experiences the problem.

Once I've copied the files to the card and put the card back into the AirStash device, it seems to work fine when remote accessing them at least...

Have tried Device Manager and switched on Show Hidden Devices and deleted/uninstalled all instances of AirStash esp Portable Devices but same issue? Will retry on reboot next time.

Same issue here... Still searching for a solution. Have updated the firmware.

AirStash on insertion into USB slot on Win10 computer keeps mounting and unmounting.
Initially could only push in halfway and that seemed to give dialog that AirStash was faulty.
Now, on full insertion, it still mounts and unmounts. Running Troubleshoot/Hardware&Devices
says no issues found.
Any suggestions?

Apparently this works well with ES file explorer

Deal is officially over as cheapest now is £20+. Keep this open for updates regarding to the firmware and bypass app methods. But the deal is officially over

Hi Just tried it again. No joy . Everything as my previous post . Thanks.

Give it another go these days. I didn't changed anything, yesterday was not working, just tried now and the AirStash appears on the android app and connects fine. I still get a 'scanning for AirStash...' message on the main screen, but below the detected server. Once you click to go inside, it seems working fine... let's see if it lasts!

It did that for me until I updated it in a pc:
https://airstash.com/airstash-support.html

After the update all works fine - and you get the essential settings/home network option too.

In car I can connect to airstash wifi and access it that way, at home it connects to my home wifi.
Great for ipads to watch movies from - just install VLC as well.

Mine did exactly the same thing too but its because you need to update the firmware first but not via the app. Link here was posted in comment no 3 above - https://airstash.com/airstash-support.html You will find the download file at the very bottom. Follow the instructions to the T.

Sony Z5 Premium = Same situation finds the device in the Wi-Fi list and shows the "connected" AirStash sihllouette icon at the top of the screen but when I click on the AirStash app it just spins saying Scanning for AirStash.

Still not found a solution though.
P.S. The app also wants me to turn "keep Wi-Fi on during sleep mode" on . Although this is how the phone is set already .


Fat Biker

This is what you are looking for

FIlehub

It will share usb drives.

I have an older model filehub and have been delighted with it.
(It will play from usb or from sd cards.
When travelling in the car, I can create a wifi network so the kids can play on their tablets together.
If you are travelling and are staying in a hotel which charges "per device" for internet use, then connect using this and the whole family can use the internet from this device.
It also is a usb charger.

That's the one I ordered. Super Cheap device for its benefits.

Below is my experience. May be not helpful for all, but just an info.

Windows 8 Laptop
1) Connected via USB
2) Copied Videos

Windows 8 Laptop
1) Connected to Device-Wifi
2) Can play videos via Browser page airstash.net (or http://172.25.62.1/ )

iPhone 5s
1) Installed Airstash App
2) Connected to Device-Wifi
3) Opened Airstash App
4) Connected to Device
7) Pop-ups appeared asking to upgrade firmware. Ignored them for now.
5) App showed the Videos List
6) Videos played fine

Moto G (Same for Samsung Tab aswell)
1) Installed Airstash App
2) Opened Airstash App
3) Auto Connected to Device via Device-Wifi
4) App said No files (No Memory Card)
5) But plays videos via Browser page airstash.net

Windows 8 Laptop
1) Connected via USB
2) Deleted all Videos
3) Followed all steps exactly as in https://airstash.com/airstash-support.html

Moto G (Same for Samsung Tab aswell)
1) Opened Airstash App
2) Auto Connected to Device via Device-Wifi
3) App showed the Videos List
4) Videos played fine

My airstash is saying no memory card detected even though i put the card in and how do I update this thing

Yes, it was a desktop. Same behaviour there. A little bit inconvenient, but if I remove the card from the device at least the computer can read it.

The bigger problem I've got now is that the Airstash android app installed in a Samsung Note 4, doesn't seem to find the device (on the latest firmware - air1105.df2). The app keeps spinning with 'Scanning for AirStash...'

Anyone else having this issue, and did you manage to sort it out?

I've been able to connect with an explorer via WebDAV (http://), but when I try to stream .m4v videos, the 4 video apps I've tried (VLC, MX, etc) all fail to open such a format! So many problems with this device... :S

if it's a desktop try the back motherboard usb ports, sometimes the front ports which link of a motherboard usb header don't function as well,

if it's a desktop try the back motherboard usb ports, sometimes the front ports which link of a motherboard usb header don't function as well,

When I plug it on one of my Windows 10 PCs, sometimes it creates two greyed out 'USB Drives' which I cannot use (as I get the error of 'Please insert a disk into USB Drive) and other times it just does the sound that a USB has been connected but no new drives are mounted.

I've checked in control panel-system, and I cannot see any device with missing drivers or any error :S

The item works fine in my wife's PC though, any idea what the issue could be and what I could try to resolve it?

Thanks op

Try typing 'Troubleshooting' in the windows search box and then clicking the control panel link. Then click 'hardware and sound' then 'Hardware and devices' that seemed to fix mine

Same here, wonder if I got a faulty one?

I had used a different card reader before using the airstash USB. Where it didn't mount the USB card via the app, I had thought it needed that update before anything else.

Didn't try using it as a USB stick till after the update. No issues so far.

Anyone else having issues? Just received mine today... it won't charge or turn on. I plug it in USB plug and it blinks once and that's it.

I have updated firmware that was ok but the airstash itself is not doing anything.

Mine doesn't seem to pick up the SD card as a drive on my computer :disappointed:

EDIT: Just seen unigamer's comment, hmm. Will have to try another computer - wonder why.

got it working via home network - this means i have wifi with internet at the same time as connecting to the device. you will see a chain link symbol. one i had setup in the setting to connect to home network, i had to close the app and turn off and on the airstash.

update 2: got it working with the mac too - cyberduck.app picked the drive up straight away

update 3: you can use http://airstash00C8AF.local./files to connect via OSX Finder you may need to replace airstash00C8AF with name of your device

update 4: https://www.smallnetbuilder.com/nas/nas-reviews/502-file-server-in-your-pocket-airstash-a02-reviewed?start=1

thanks - even the ebay description says that it has built in storage but guess its all copied and pasted from somewhere

Mine arrived today, excellent for the price. A couple of useful things to know:
- My windows 10 PC did not like the AirStash as a USB storage device and I couldn't do the firmware upgrade with it. I think it must be something with my configuration because it worked fine on another computer. Anyway, if it doesn't seem to work on one computer try it on another.
- Once it is set up you can access the files through a browser connection on either Android or iOS (or anything else for that matter).
- The first video I tried to stream was a high quality AVI file, about 700mb for 2 mins of footage. It didn't work because the data rate is not fast enough to keep up with real time playback. The HD mp4s and mkvs I tried after that worked perfectly. This is probably true of any type of streaming.

you need to update firmware. you will need access to a computer and make sure you follow the instructions exactly https://airstash.com/airstash-support.html

I also posted the facebook page earlier that has some support

Doesn't it already support ftp? I read in a comment or review that it did webdav and FTP.

EDIT: Just looked at the manual, that only mentions WebDav.

Maybe i'm missing something but are you able to upload files to the stick via a desktop web browser?

If only a an updated hacked firmware was available for this with samba or ftp support.

It says so in the description listed above but I have just had mine and can only see the SD card as avaluable storage .

Have you updated to latest software on the airstash? Android app works for me

got it today and it can't be found by the airstash app! not happy.

https://airstash.com/airstash-support.html
For firmware update. I could connect to my device but couldn't read or write to the SD card. Found the link via google, was roughly 5 seconds to update, and works well.

Can plug the stick directly into the PC's usb port and drag and drop to the 16gb SD card (I was using a different card reader at first).

Still no idea why I bought this, but for £7 I could use the SD card.

there is an android airstash app and it works fine for me on a redmi note 4. it did need the firmware update though, but that was simple. it does indeed come with a 16GB full size sd card include. worlds cheapest NAS drive :smiley:

am i right in thinking that there is no built in memory in any of these?

it works with my moto x play marshmallow, not tried with ios.

cant seem to get it to work via my router - followed the instructions in the settings menu,

Got this today - amazing product, support or not. Ordered a second!

I didn't bother with the official app as it seems to work great via WebDAV. I can upload/download via that as if it's local storage on my phone!

Just need to update the firmware now - which I'll do later tonight!

The download link is at the bottom of the instructions on how to install it:- https://airstash.com/airstash-support.html

Anyone got the link to the firmware update?
Thanks

When did I say I wasn't going to enable wifi on my phone? You're clearly reading between the lines...

You initially said it can't be used on a plane. Why did you write that? You're clearly trolling or you're not very tech-savvy.

So you're going to connect your phone/ipad/laptop to the stick without enabling WiFi? I honestly don't know if your trolling or you genuinely can't figure this one out... Like I said, it's really not difficult to understand, I don't know why you're struggling so much

Cheers mate. I did fly recently and I recall them telling us to not use mobiles (in airplane mode) during take-off and landing. I was just unsure about using your own personal wifi network during the flight! Thanks for clearing that up.

That really wasn't answering the first question "Can it be used on a plane" - You said no because it uses wifi...

The stick broadcasts it's own wifi signal, which your device connects to. So it can be used on a plane, I was questioning the legalities of doing this.

So think you're getting your knickers in a twist!

If your device doesn't have WiFi capabilities, it won't be able to connect to the USB - It's not a hard concept to grasp...

I suggest that the device is fully charged first - ie no yellow flashing light

then follow instructions


Insert a (preferably empty) memory card into your AirStash. You must use a 32GB or smaller SD card for this upgrade.
This is vitally important. You must use a SD card which is 32GB or smaller (FAT32 formatted) for this upgrade. Most Maxell-branded AirStash devices sold in the USA include an appropriate card in the box.
A larger card formatted to FAT32 may work but is not recommended. 32GB or smaller cards are formatted correctly by default.
Connect your AirStash to a computer. It will show up as a USB drive on your computer.
Tip: If there are issues reading the SD card, it might cause the AirStash not to show up on your desktop. Try it again, or try a different SD card. Ensure you are using a high-quality SD card sold by a reputable vendor. "Off" brands and third-party sellers often sell counterfeit cards which do not work reliably.
Drag the firmware update file (air1105.df2 file) onto the AirStash, making sure to put it in the root or main directory and not in a subfolder.
Tip: Make sure the file is approximately 1.2MB in size. Verify you did not download a link or shortcut to the file (if that happens, be sure to right-click and have your browser download the file).
Tip: Make sure the filename is exactly as shown on the download page (linked above), namely "air1105.df2"
Tell your computer to eject the AirStash (on a Windows computer, go to My Computer, right click on the AirStash drive, choose Eject. On a Mac, find the AirStash drive on your desktop and right click on it, then choose eject). Do not physically remove your AirStash from your computer.
The update should begin automatically. This will be indicated by the Status Indicator rapidly flashing yellow and green. Please wait; this process may take up to 2 minutes. If the update process does not begin automatically within 15-20 seconds after you have ejected (step 4), be sure you have ejected the AirStash or done a "safely remove" operation, then disconnect the AirStash from the USB port and plug it in again.
Wait until your AirStash appears as a drive on your computer. This signals that the update is complete.
Tip: If the AirStash does not reappear as a mounted drive on your computer, and you have waited for a long duration where the Status Indicator is no longer rapidly flashing yellow and green: unplug the device and plug it back in; then, allow for any remaining rapidly flashing yellow/green lights to stop, and the AirStash should reappear on your computer.
If the update completed successfully, the AirStash should remount onto your computer and the update (air1105.df2) file will no longer be on the AirStash (the file is automatically deleted after a successful upgrade).
Strongly Recommended: After the upgrade, eject your AirStash properly and perform the following factory reset procedure: hold the power button down for 20 seconds until the green & yellow lights blink and it turns on.
As a final double-check, you can verify the firmware upgrade was successful by connecting to the AirStash, running the AirStash app, going to Settings (the gear icon) > About, and checking "Firmware Version". This should match the version number of the upgrade file you used for the upgrade.
When you connect with the AirStash/AirStash+ app, it will then prompt you to update your AirStash to the latest version, if needed.

I've used a wifi hard drive on a plane and didn't have any problems. You are not meant to use during takeoff or landing but once in air then wifi can be turned on, when did you last fly ?

A note on these btw, I bought 2 and they both don't work in win10 machines as USB memory sticks, they connect and disconnect constantly so the only way to get stuff on them from PC is to take sdcard out and fill it from a card reader... anyone else have that issue ? Tried 2 pc's 1 laptop with 2 different airstash's.

Any one else know if this can be used on an aircraft? I'm concerned about the legalities of having your own 'private' wifi on the plane.

? It doesn't 'require' wifi... it broadcasts its own wifi..

I have ordered one today from Ebay.
Will take a look at gaining root when it arrives.
Firmware upgrade Binary doesn't seem to be easily extractable, if anyone knows how to decrypt/dump its contents let me know, would make rooting so much easier.

Ummm, I didn't understand what you wrote but starting to now.
If it disables WIFI access when in USB storage mode, when plugged in into USB minihifi, I think if I switch the hifi to CD mode, allowing it to be accessible by WIFI using its own battery, change the playlist on the microsd, switch microhifi back to USBmode and play dah playlist with the hifi remote.
I'm beginning to think its probably easier to get another USBstick than beating my hifi with this wireless usb stick...

Ah, my bad totally misunderstood. Router connection would be a welcome addition.

Would be great to be able to get root on this device and upload your own firmware. Don't think it has been popular enough to attract enough dev attention.

No, I was saying that mounting it as a USB mass storage device disables its built in wifi. That's why I haven't bought one myself, well that and the slow transfer rate.

Regarding your point about losing internet access though, I believe I read that with the firmware update you can connect the airstash to your wifi router, so you'd be able to share it without losing internet access.

What it means is your device connects to this, as if it is a router, so it won't have internet. You can still get internet over the data connection of your phone though, I believe.

Still in stock for £6.95 at Amazon.

The review I read said that it disables wifi access when plugged into a computer, don't know if the firmware update makes any difference.

back at 26 quid now :disappointed:

Cheers m8. I'll take a chance at that price!

Yes - that's the better deal IMO

Tried to post it as a deal here, and it was removed - despite them being the same company ?!

I use different USB sticks with my USB minihifi, to play mp3 music (organised very simply else hifi barfs).
Can I use this to update the local 16GB plugged into hifi from my mobile, to avoid changing usb sticks if I want a different set of songs?

Do you need to convert say mkv backups to m4v/MP4 native iOS supported or does it play different formats ?

Never mind I found this https://youtu.be/24dTlt3G-Z0 tells you everything you need to know, over $149 when that was made retail, w t f !

Ordered the 8GB version for £4.50 - thanks buzz!

Thanks I didn't know you ordered for me

thanks :smiley:

thanks ordered

for iphone 5s/5 owners i got the wife a mophie charger case with 16gb of internal memory for 12.99 from T.K. MAXX

Thanks

You are most welcome...glad to have been of help :innocent:

Use the listing view to see all sellers; it is still there at time of this post https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/offer-listing/B007KLAZFC/

Thanks :smiley:

Still available from izilla...on right hand side of page under other sellers on Amazon.

Look at other sellers on right hand side of Amazon page izilla is at the top for £6.95 :wink:

OOS :disappointed:

I am literally looking at the link 1 minute after you and it is showing me a price of £26. Has the price changed or am I looking at a wrong link?

Ordered because my iPhone 5 16gb is running on empty always deleting stuff and no storage capacity left would this help with my iPhone 5 problems and how do you use it

These are a brilliant bit of kit.

I have one loaded with films and they stream to my ipad flawlessly from the other end of my house.
The battery is very good and charges quickly.

As stated before, for £6.95 it is worth buying just for the micro sd card anyway, and YES they also work with android. The app is available on Playstore.. Top Deal OP.

heat

If you don't require it to be battery powered, I think you may be able to do that with a TPLink mini router, I don't own one so you'd need to do a bit of research. :- https://www.amazon.co.uk/TP-Link-Support-Extender-UK-TL-WR710N/dp/B00APZZ30W


A second hand BT Hub 5A (~£16 on ebay) with LEDE (openwrt) flashed on it makes a good wifi extender, as it is dual band, I used the 5ghz band to link it to the main router to keep the full 2.4ghz bandwith available as an access point.

It has a USB port and you can run an openvpn server on it for secure remote internet access if you wish. It is a little bit of a faff flashing it though:- https://openwrt.ebilan.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=221 and https://openwrt.ebilan.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=138

Reviews of the android app suggest it no longer works with the A02 model, although it is unclear whether the reviewers had updated their firmware to the final version, or not.

which if its a 32bit app then your right it won't work with the next iOS update which will only work with 64bit apps.
Can anyone confirm if its 32bit only or not?
thanks

Quick related question, Does anyone know of a Wifi Extender that has a USB port (So I can plug a USB stick and share/save files with all users connected to it)

Does this work with Android phones?

The 8GB appeared in the eBay deals today for £4.49 for anybody already in possession of a memory card. It supports up to 2TB SD, SDHC and SDXC.

Looks good, not a bad price. Ordered!

Thanks OP.
For £7 I can live with knowing there will not be any further app updates.

Exactly, so it's not technically allowed to be used in flight

Can this be used on a plane? Thanks

Ordered! Thanks OP. Looks like a useful piece of kit. Maybe good for travelling and storing movies for kids tablets?

I think he meant does it still work if you don't have the special app, which sounds like it is Apple only?

Thanks OP. Ordered one. Note the 8GB version is currently £4.49 on ebay (item 291956307328)

Just ordered one, didn't really need it but I'll find a use for it.

Not sure if I will ever use it. Still bought one, Just like many other things bought on here. :laughing:

Ordered thanks OP.

Bought, thanks OP. :wink:

How much combined storage out of the box? Thanks.

If I need a powerbank too then that's another thing to remember. Let's agree that we don't think the same and your recommendation will not suit some folk.

HooToo travel routers are fantastic bits of kit. Easily lets you share internet connections in hotels for example where you may only be allowed to connect one device, these let you have as many as you need.

How big a power bank were you thinking of carrying? ...does it come on a trolly with wheels?? :confused:

Thanks. That means it doesn't have an internal battery like this AirStash and therefore not as portable.

Mine uses a powerbank.

Couldn't see if this HooToo is powered only by USB or has an internal battery. Which is it please?

I've had one for a couple of years and no complaints. :smiley:

One review on amazon (picture review) suggests not to buy it because they have ceased the supports two years ago? Could anyone please explain if it's still worth buying?

Hope I need it, just ordered. What does MBUKD, Must Buy United Kingdom Deals, do to us?

With a name like HooToo it's gotta be good...:confused:

Last app update September 2015...

Firmware update :- https://airstash.com/airstash-support.html

Think this is better
You can carry as many xxGB USB Drives as you like with you for just a few bob more. :smirk:

The SD card alone is worth this. Cant see anything on the listing about the card but trusted the OP enough to risk 7 quid.

Ordered, thanks!!!

How much are these normally?

This is the usual price. They need a firmware update but are very good little devices.