What is usb host and what can be done with it

[josh3035]

I have been seeing some post at the other site about usb host I'm not sure exactly what it is, i know it's not capable on the evo stock but there are a couple kernel that have it working

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[crxssi]

I have been seeing some post at the other site about usb host I'm not sure exactly what it is

It allows you to connect storage devices, like a flash drive, to the phone and use them (USB Mass Storage Device host). In other contexts it can allow for connection of input devices like keyboards and mice (USB HID (Human Interface Device) host).