Why can't OSX detect android Galaxy S for USB debugging?

Question

I searched for similar questions on this issue but found none related to Mac OSX.

Situation:
Trying to test android apps on a Galaxy S (D

Answer 1

Well I tried all kind of stuff for a phone that was working yesterday but not today. Finally replacing the cable between the phone and my mac solved the issue.

Answer 2

Go to

1. Settings
2. Wireless and Networks
3. USB Utilities
4. Detach the USB cable
5. Select Connect Storage To PC
6. Reconnect your USB cable to your phone.

Source: Galaxy S II Forums - Help, Mac won't recognize my galaxy S 2

Answer 3

This happens all the time with lots of phones. Two things that have worked for me are (1) type "adb kill-server" at the command line, or (2) try another cable.

Answer 4

I know it is ridiculous but do make sure your phone's got a SIM card!

Answer 5

To activate the USB debugging on Samsung Galaxy S go to Menu -> Settings -> Applications -> Development -> Check "USB debugging".

Answer 6

make sure that you plugin your device in the usb ports on the mac itself, not on the keyboard usb-ports.