How to Stream Videos to an iPhone or iPod Touch Using Air Video
Air Video is an iPhone or iPod Touch app that allows you to stream your videos from your computer on your Apple device. This means you don't have to download the video through iTunes, which frees space on your device. The application allows you to convert most video formats to the iPhone format on the fly. It requires a video server application on your desktop that is available for the Windows or Mac platform. Finally, you need to be able to access the video server through a WiFi or 3G network.
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Instructions
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Download and install on your computer the Air Video app for the iPhone or iPod Touch from the iTunes App Store website. There are two versions: the paid and the free version. The free version only allows you to view three random videos in any directory.
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Download the Air Video server from InMethod's Air Video website and install it on your computer, following the installer prompts. Most people do not need to change the default configuration. You must install this free server software before you can stream and convert videos using the Air Video app.
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Open the Air Video server program if it does not open automatically after installation. In the program's properties window, make sure the "Yes" button is highlighted next to "Server Running."
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Select the directories on the video server that contain the videos you want to share. You can add folders from your hard drive or iTunes playlists to your collection of shared folders on the server.
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Start the Air Video app on your iPhone and add your video server to the device. Your video server typically shows up right away if you are on the same local network.
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Select a video to watch. If it is not the correct format, you can convert it as you are viewing it or in batch. Batch conversion is better for longer videos, but you have to wait for it to finish converting before you start watching the clip.
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Tips & Warnings
The faster your video server, the faster your video conversion.
If you are having problems accessing Air Video, make sure that your computer's firewall allows access to the application.
Watching streaming videos is one of the fastest ways to drain your iPhone's battery. If you plan to use Air Video often, you may want to consider an external battery for your device.
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