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Add a note about the hoops one has jump through to connect newer android devices via USB

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@ -412,10 +412,15 @@ single android device out there, so if your device is not automatically
detected, follow the instructions at :ref:`devsupport` to get your device detected, follow the instructions at :ref:`devsupport` to get your device
supported in calibre. supported in calibre.
.. note:: With newer Android devices, the USB connection is not supported on .. note:: With newer Android devices, you might have to jump through a few hoops
Windows XP and OS X before Mavericks (10.9). If you are on Windows to get the connection working, as Google really does not want you to be
XP or old versions of OS X, you should use one of the wireless independent of its cloud. First, unlock the screen before plugging in the
connection methods. USB cable. When you plugin in the USB cable you will get a popup
notification. Make sure it says some thing like "Transferring Media files"
or "MTP (Media Transfer mode)". If it does not, tap the notification, and
change the mode to Media Transfer (MTP). Finally, you might get a popup on
the device every time calibre or the operating system actually tries to
connect to it, asking for permission, tap OK.
Over the air Over the air
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^