Android’s open-source nature offers remarkable versatility, allowing for a myriad of possibilities. From installing custom ROMs to booting Linux on a PC using an Android device, the potential is vast. Among its many productivity features, USB OTG stands out as particularly valuable.
In essence, USB OTG (On-The-Go) enables an Android device to function as a “USB host,” granting the ability to power and control various USB peripherals like keyboards, mice, game controllers, and more. But before exploring its potential applications, it’s crucial to determine whether your Android phone supports USB OTG.
Without further delay, here’s how to check USB OTG support for your Android phone.
Checking USB OTG Support
Utilize Easy OTG Checker, a straightforward app for determining USB OTG compatibility. Here’s the process:
Step 1: Install and open Easy OTG Checker. Connect a USB OTG device (such as SanDisk Ultra USB OTG) to your phone. Then, tap the “question mark” button.
Step 2: Easy OTG Checker quickly verifies your Android phone’s USB OTG compatibility and displays the result along with system information such as make/model and Android version.
Result on a USB OTG supported Android device:
Result on a non USB OTG compatible device:
That’s all there is to it. Can’t get any simpler, right?
Other noteworthy points:
- If your Android phone’s retail box bears the USB OTG logo, it supports USB OTG.
- To check your Android phone’s USB OTG compatibility, simply connect a USB OTG device. If detected with a notification or confirmation prompt, your Android phone supports USB OTG.
What if your Android phone doesn’t support USB OTG?
While most newer Android phones support USB OTG, yours may not. Compatibility depends on factors like Android/Kernel version, USB OTG driver availability, and hardware support. The procedure to enable USB OTG on incompatible devices varies between models and even different variants of the same device.
In all cases, you’ll need to Root your Android phone (using apps like Kingo Android Root) first. After that, use apps like USB OTG Helper and StickMount to access devices connected via USB OTG (note: these apps only work for USB Flash Drives).
Smartphones and Tablets Supporting OTG
| List of Mobile Phones Supporting OTG* | |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | Model Name |
| iBall | Andi 5.9M Cobalt Plate |
| iBall | Andi 5K Panther |
| iBall | Andi 5F Infinito |
| iBall | Andi 4.5 Enigma |
| iBall | Andi 4.7G Cobalt |
| Samsung | Galaxy Note4 |
| Samsung | Galaxy S5 Plus |
| Samsung | Galaxy S5 Sport |
| Samsung | Galaxy S5 LTE-A G901F / G906S |
| Samsung | Galaxy S5 |
| Samsung | Galaxy K/S5 Zoom |
| Samsung | Galaxy S5 Octa-Core |
| Samsung | Galaxy S5 G9009FD |
| Samsung | Galaxy S5 CDMA |
| Samsung | Galaxy S5 Active |
| Samsung | Galaxy S5 Duos |
| Samsung | Galaxy S4 I9500 |
| Samsung | Galaxy S4 I9505 |
| Samsung | Galaxy S4 zoom |
| Samsung | Galaxy S4 Active I9295 |
| Samsung | Galaxy S4 I9506 |
| Samsung | Galaxy S4 Active LTE-A |
| Samsung | Galaxy S4 I9502 |
| Samsung | Galaxy S4 CDMA |
| Samsung | Galaxy S III I9300 |
| Samsung | Galaxy S III I9305 |
| Samsung | Galaxy S III I747 |
| Samsung | Galaxy S III T999 |
| Samsung | Galaxy S III CDMA |
| Samsung | Galaxy S II I9100G |
| Samsung | Galaxy S II HD LTE |
| Samsung | Galaxy S II Duos I929 |
| Samsung | Galaxy S II T989 |
| Samsung | Galaxy S II I9100 |
| Samsung | Galaxy S II I777 |
| Samsung | Galaxy S II LTE I9210 |
| Samsung | Galaxy S II Epic 4G Touch |
| Samsung | Galaxy S II 4G I9100M |
| Samsung | Galaxy S II X T989D |
| Samsung | Galaxy Note lll N9000 |
| Samsung | Galaxy Note ll N7100 |
| Samsung | Galaxy Note N7000 |
| Samsung | Galaxy Note I717 |
| Samsung | Galaxy Note T879 |
| Samsung | Galaxy Ace3 S7270 |
| Samsung | Galaxy Ace S5830i |
| Samsung | Galaxy Nexus I9250 |
| Samsung | Galaxy Mega 6.3 I9200 |
| Samsung | Galaxy J |
| Samsung | Galaxy F |
| Sony | Xperia Z3 |
| Sony | Xoeria Z3 Compact |
| Sony | Xperia Z2A |
| Sony | Xperia Z2 |
| Sony | Xperia Z1 |
| Sony | Xperia Z1 Compact |
| Sony | Xperia Z1S |
| Sony | Xperia Z |
| Sony | Xperia Z Ultra |
| Sony | Xperia ZL |
| Sony | Xperia ZR |
| Sony | Xperia M |
| Sony | Xperia M2 |
| Sony | Xperia M2 Aqua |
| Sony | Xperia E3 |
| Sony | Xperia E3 Dual |
| Sony | Xperia M2 Dual |
| Sony | Xperia U
Note: Some of the latest smartphones supporting OTG may not be listed here. Please use the methods mentioned above to verify compatibility or visit the manufacturer’s website before making a purchase. Unlock the Full Potential of Your Android Device with USB OTGDiscover the extensive functionality USB OTG offers Android smartphones. Verifying your device’s compatibility is simpler than you realize. Try it today and share your experience with us in the comments.  Pritam Chopra is a seasoned IT professional and a passionate blogger hailing from the dynamic realm of technology. With an insatiable curiosity for all things tech-related, Pritam has dedicated himself to exploring and unraveling the intricacies of the digital world. |
