Used SnapBridge for Android?


SnapBridge Analysis

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SnapBridge is a free Android application by Nikon that facilitates the transfer of photos from Nikon cameras to mobile devices. It leverages Bluetooth technology to establish a connection, allowing users to easily send images for sharing on social media. The app is user-friendly and designed to enhance the photography experience by enabling quick access to captured images right from the smartphone or tablet.

The application supports a straightforward installation process and requires users to connect their Nikon camera to the mobile device via Bluetooth. Once connected, users can select specific images for transfer, receiving notifications upon completion. SnapBridge also offers features such as remote camera control and automatic image uploads, making it a versatile tool for photography enthusiasts looking to integrate their camera with mobile technology.

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Full Specifications

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Release
Latest update
Version
2.13.3
OPERATING SYSTEMS
Platform
Android
Operating System
Android 15.0
POPULARITY
Total Downloads
2,853
Downloads Last Week
1

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Developer’s Description

High-quality photos taken with Nikon camera can be shared via e-mail or social media just as you would photos taken with your smart device.

High-quality photos taken with Nikon camera can be shared via e-mail or social media just as you would photos taken with your smart device.

Supported Digital Cameras as of September 2018

Z 7, Z 6, D850, D500, D7500, D5600, D3500, D3400, COOLPIX P1000, A900, A300, B700, B500, W300, W100, KeyMission 80

The foregoing may include models not available in some regions.

Be sure to update the camera firmware to the latest version.

Use a computer to download the latest camera firmware from the Nikon Download Center.

http://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/

Principal Features

- Once the camera is paired with your smart device, new photos can be downloaded automatically.

- Adjust camera settings and take photos.

- View the pictures on and download photos from the camera.

- Use the app to pair the device with up to five cameras.

- Automatically upload pictures taken with the camera to NIKON IMAGE SPACE (Note 1).

- View downloaded photos or share them via e-mail or social media.

- Add photo info or text to uploaded photos.

- Download location data to the camera (Note 2) or set the camera clock to the time reported by the smart device.

- Receive notifications of firmware updates for paired cameras.

System Requirements

Android 5.0 or later, 6.0.1 or later, 7.0 or later, 8.0 or later, 9.0

A device with Bluetooth 4.0 or later (i.e., a device that supports Bluetooth Low Energy) is required.

There is no guarantee that this app will run on all Android devices.

Updating to Version 2

Images downloaded to the smart device with version 1.x will no longer be displayed in the Gallery after you upgrade to version 2, but can be viewed in the "Photos" app provided with the smart device.

Notes

- Note 1: Upload to NIKON IMAGE SPACE requires a Nikon ID.

- Note 2: The GPS function runs continuously in the background, increasing the drain on the battery. The drain on the battery can be reduced by choosing power-saving mode.

- If you are unable to download images or connect via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi after pairing, try one or more of the following solutions:

- Turn the paired camera off and then on again.

- Switch tabs in SnapBridge.

- Exit and relaunch SnapBridge.

- Users can register for a Nikon ID using this app.

- Enable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi when using this app.

- Remote movie recording is not supported on some cameras.

- Movies can be downloaded by switching to Wi-Fi and selecting the files manually. Download is not available with AVI files.

- Enable NFC on the smart device before attempting to launch the app or connect via NFC.

- Remote photography and movie download are available only if the camera has Wi-Fi (some cameras only).

- The app may not perform as expected depending on your environment and network conditions.

- A smart device with a display resolution of WVGA (960 540 pixels) or better is required.

- The app cannot be used to view movies. Use a movie-viewing app.

- The app requires a 100 MB or more of free memory on the smart device.

Using the App

For more information, use the app "Help" option.


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