Think of how awesome this would be...
I have a 55 inch Samsung LED television. SmartTV enabled with AllShare and all that fun stuff. So here is my question...
I want to use my Epic to control my tv. And if it's not possible in the whole sense...how about just for the keyboard function. I'm trying to avoid buying a keyboard so I figure if my phone could serve that function...not only will it be so useful but sooooooo cool!!!
Basically rather than using the remote it came with to type on the Internet or chat or Facebook....I would use my phone to type. Can AllShare be used for any of this? Or does anyone know if this is possible?
I actually think I may have just found my answer in the market....
If anyone has a similar question..."samsung remote" in the market will accomplish all of these requests!!
I already use my epic to control my directv
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Same app? Is that an easy task?
Quis89 said:
Same app? Is that an easy task?
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Theres a direct tv app
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What? I'm SO getting that lol.
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Theres a direct tv app
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Is this different than the app by directv? Because I have that app but I don't have an option to use it as a remote. Ill have to do some market searching.
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Its on the directtv website. It allows me to control my dvr. (i can tell me dvr to record anything even if I'm not home). I can purchase movies from ppv and cineplus.
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Its on the directtv website. It allows me to control my dvr. (i can tell me dvr to record anything even if I'm not home). I can purchase movies from ppv and cineplus.
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Oh...I can do that. I'm speaking more of changing channels, volume, using my keyboard in place of my remote, etc. The Samsung Remote app does this. Setting my dvr, ppv and cineplus I can do using the directv app as well.
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Awww wish there was a universale remote app! that'd be sweet!
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Oh...I can do that. I'm speaking more of changing channels, volume, using my keyboard in place of my remote, etc. The Samsung Remote app does this. Setting my dvr, ppv and cineplus I can do using the directv app as well.
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p3dr0maz said:
What? I'm SO getting that lol.
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I'm guessing you have Directv , but there is also a Verizon Fios Remote app for Android and IOS.
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Awww wish there was a universale remote app! that'd be sweet!
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I actually think there is. My brother in law was telling me about an Android App he found which would do all of this. I think he heard it from someone else though, as he didn't have it all hooked up yet, but I do believe he said it was somewhere in the $20 range for the app itself.
If you could use your smartphone as a remote for all that fun stuff...that would be..well..yeah, it's coming, EPIC.
Can you ask your brother in law what is the name of that app.
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Can you ask your brother in law what is the name of that app.
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I did and he mentioned something called "pocketblu" but it only works via bluetooth. Since our phones don't have infrared, they won't work on standard TVs for the most part. He did mention AllShare but didn't get into the details of it.
I know he's looked into this stuff quite a bit, but the above information was through just a few texts. The next time we're together (probably Easter weekend) I'll be sure to have a better discussion with him.
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I downloaded it on my phone but I am unable to stream it on my LG Smart TV. DLNA, WiFi Direct nothing. Could neone watch it on the TV?
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I think you have to use AllShare Cast to watch it on your TV. You'll have to buy the dongle.
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I downloaded it on my phone but I am unable to stream it on my LG Smart TV. DLNA, WiFi Direct nothing. Could neone watch it on the TV?
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I use an MHL Cable to watch it on my TV.
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I think you have to use AllShare Cast to watch it on your TV. You'll have to buy the dongle.
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U mean that $80 thing? Ill pass... I have 2012 latest 3d smart tv from LG. If it still doesn't play then f**k it. Im not spending anymore money lol
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I use an MHL Cable to watch it on my TV.
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Well I wanted to do it wirelessly but I guess this is the only option
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Watch it using mxplayer and hdmi adapter. It is stored in a hidden folder in internal storage. Move it to a folder that is not hidden.
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I moved it to my extSdCard and tried to use All Share Play over wifi, but since its a DRM enabled .pyv file it didnt work.
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U mean that $80 thing? Ill pass... I have 2012 latest 3d smart tv from LG. If it still doesn't play then f**k it. Im not spending anymore money lol
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I have LG as well. The video player on LG does not support .pyv videos.
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I moved it to my extSdCard and tried to use All Share Play over wifi, but since its a DRM enabled .pyv file it didnt work.
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I moved them to my extsdcard as well, , I might have to hold off on buying the dongle if its not going to work :-\
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I moved them to my extsdcard as well, , I might have to hold off on buying the dongle if its not going to work :-\
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Wouldn't it be cheaper to just buy the movie!!! I tried everything to get it to play wirelessly on my tv but it would not work.
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Wouldn't it be cheaper to just buy the movie!!! I tried everything to get it to play wirelessly on my tv but it would not work.
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Can it be played through a Xbox or PS3?
Been trying to figure out too without buying the dongle. So even using wifi direct wont work?
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I moved it to my extSdCard and tried to use All Share Play over wifi, but since its a DRM enabled .pyv file it didnt work.
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I don't know anything about how any of this technology works, but that seems unnecessarily restrictive to me. As long as it can only physically play on the phone why should they care if you can stream it?
You, sir, are waaaaaaay too logical for your own good.
Where exactly is the movie file stored after you download it from media hub
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I dont think its possible without the MHL adapter.
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Wouldn't it be cheaper to just buy the movie!!! I tried everything to get it to play wirelessly on my tv but it would not work.
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Yea it is, but I have about 4 other movies I got from Google that I would like to stream wireless also
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All this drm crap is making this way too difficult. If the Avengers movie is being offered to me for free, why can't I be able to view it on my "smart" tv wirelessly.
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All this drm crap is making this way too difficult. If the Avengers movie is being offered to me for free, why can't I be able to view it on my "smart" tv wirelessly.
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Because that would make sense, no?
Hey! Wondering if you guys could help me out, I have an old HTC incredible s that I want to leave plugged into my stereo and stream music from my gs3 to it, preferably over blue tooth since I never use wifi. Is there any way to set this up?
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Hey! Wondering if you guys could help me out, I have an old HTC incredible s that I want to leave plugged into my stereo and stream music from my gs3 to it, preferably over blue tooth since I never use wifi. Is there any way to set this up?
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I can't remember the name of the app, but there is a program that allows 2 mobile devices (tablets and/or smartphones) to connect this way. The app for the host device is a paid app but each addon device utilizes a free controller app. In this instance, your HTC would use the paid host app to be used with a stereo, TV, computer, etc and your s3 (and any other phones/tablets) would use the free remote control app. I'll see if I can find it again
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I can't remember the name of the app, but there is a program that allows 2 mobile devices (tablets and/or smartphones) to connect this way. The app for the host device is a paid app but each addon device utilizes a free controller app. In this instance, your HTC would use the paid host app to be used with a stereo, TV, computer, etc and your s3 (and any other phones/tablets) would use the free remote control app. I'll see if I can find it again
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That sounds perfect! Let me know if you find it
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Hmmm. I've only come across these 2 so far. I'll see if I can find anything else. Anything newer
http://www.addictivetips.com/mobile...ne-android-device-with-another-via-bluetooth/
http://apcmag.com/control-your-android-tablet-with-your-phone.htm
That looks promising! I'll give it a shot tomorrow
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Do you have a wireless router with DLNA support?
I don't unfortunately
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I don't unfortunately
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I'll keep my eye out for something, I'm always trying to find different ways to make everything work together at my house...
My TV remote just work for my samsung TV. It doesnt work for other TV like sony Toshiba. Even though I use as universal remote.
Do we need to setup somthing.
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bikrame said:
My TV remote just work for my samsung TV. It doesnt work for other TV like sony Toshiba. Even though I use as universal remote.
Do we need to setup somthing.
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If you would've read the tutorial the app was Givin you it clearly said it ONLY let's you use it as a TV remote control ON YOUR SAMSUNG TV
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If you would've read the tutorial the app was Givin you it clearly said it ONLY let's you use it as a TV remote control ON YOUR SAMSUNG TV
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But it has an options for other tvs
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If you would've read the tutorial the app was Givin you it clearly said it ONLY let's you use it as a TV remote control ON YOUR SAMSUNG TV
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This is a true statement. Im using touchsquid pro. Ive been messing with the Tv's in the security office. HAHA. Sony and view sonic
So far, I tested in my home.. Works with a Samsung, Sharp, and a Sony.
Ok my bad I didnt read manuel now how to make it work ???
Thanks in advance
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the app worked on my Sharp but didint work on the living rooms Westinghouse not sure why tho
Can someone point me to instructions on setting up the IR remote? I cannot for the life of me find it in the menu. I also downloaded the user manual from Tmobile.....no mention of the IR there either.
What Tutorial are you guys talking about?
I picked up my new S4 yesterday.....lovin' it so far!:good:
Mine worked with my Sanyo tv in my room, all the sharp tvs at work, and my 10 year old sony tv. Make sure you are standing close to the tv when setting it up and try each code multiple times. On all tvs it worked with the first code but I had to try it a few times
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Mine worked with my Sanyo tv in my room, all the sharp tvs at work, and my 10 year old sony tv. Make sure you are standing close to the tv when setting it up and try each code multiple times. On all tvs it worked with the first code but I had to try it a few times
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Thanks! I have to get to the first step 1st LOL. Where is the IR set-up?
Edit- I found it. It is the WatchOn App.
Does the watchON remote work with Xbox 360?
I have me TV, BluRay, and AV receiver set up just fine with the watchON universal remote, but I can seem to fina way to get it to talk to my Xbox 360. Does anybody know what the trick is to get this to work. I basically just want to have the ability to turn on my Xbox and turn it off. Anything past that isn't required for me.
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Does the watchON remote work with Xbox 360?
I have me TV, BluRay, and AV receiver set up just fine with the watchON universal remote, but I can seem to fina way to get it to talk to my Xbox 360. Does anybody know what the trick is to get this to work. I basically just want to have the ability to turn on my Xbox and turn it off. Anything past that isn't required for me.
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It's an app that makes it work as a TV REMOTE or DVD player CD player may theater system etc bt it's not a console remote..
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It's an app that makes it work as a TV REMOTE or DVD player CD player may theater system etc bt it's not a console remote..
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Ya. I was hoping somebody might have found an IR code that would work to simply power on the Xbox 360, since pretty much every other universal remote on the planet can do that and more. Too bad.
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Ya. I was hoping somebody might have found an IR code that would work to simply power on the Xbox 360, since pretty much every other universal remote on the planet can do that and more. Too bad.
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Last I remember there is no IR port on the Xbox..
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Last I remember there is no IR port on the Xbox..
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actually it does. link
There ia an app you can download
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actually it does. link
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Ah i always thought it just used an RF frequency to do its work. Thanks for the link though I was looking for an app exactly like this. I wonder if Samsung released their IR SDK? Would like to get my hands on it
That $10 remote app turns it on sometimes
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That $10 remote app turns it on sometimes
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should work all the time, mine does. Make sure you are pointing it at the xbox, remember it is IR, so it communicates through light.
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should work all the time, mine does. Make sure you are pointing it at the xbox, remember it is IR, so it communicates through light.
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It only works for me when im going through the setup
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It only works for me when im going through the setup
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..Interesting, try clearing the data on the app and redo the setup process for it, if that doesn't work try emailing the dev
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..Interesting, try clearing the data on the app and redo the setup process for it, if that doesn't work try emailing the dev
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If you go to settings you can add a device to the room and when you select media player the is an option for Microsoft which will let the app control the Xbox.
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If you go to settings you can add a device to the room and when you select media player the is an option for Microsoft which will let the app control the Xbox.
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Hmm, so the options on the remote for the Xbox are a bit lacking. Basically just power and navigation (see attached), with no option for numbers or changing channels in Windows Media Center. It also still uses the "TV remote" when using the TV guide. I use a cable card and media center but looks like the app doesn't support that setup. Still nice being able to turn the Xbox on.
Also if you have the Xbox glass app you can do things like open netflix, xfinity, or HBO go. They don't really use the glass app much, but you can do some scrubbing of video and the "controller" has a few more buttons like the Xbox home button. See attached screen shots for more details.
I saw a universal ir remote app before I bought this phone but now I can't find it .
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You are looking Watch On, I had trouble using it. Controls the TV okay but I had trouble using the DVR with it.
No not watch on its not a Samsung app it's made by another developer it controls all devices and has more features for rooted devices it's been around for a while
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Smart IR is a good one that works well..
http://www.irdroid.com/
I just looked it up and sounds promising? Havent used it yet though
Touch squid ftw. Good support and they update a lot. Kind of challenging setting up less than common features on remotes though.
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You are looking Watch On, I had trouble using it. Controls the TV okay but I had trouble using the DVR with it.
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Depend on ur box. If u had a scientific Atlanta box and it changed set it up with the old box.
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Depend on ur box. If u had a scientific Atlanta box and it changed set it up with the old box.
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Oddly I like WatchOn and glad Sammy went with them. I have DirectTV so it's fully functional for almost everything i need. Do with it has a full remote instead the scaled down one. But I paid for the directv remote that works on all my boxes via network, rather i'm in that room or not. Great for screwing with my kids when they decide they want to hide in they rooms instead of coming when i call.
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Touch squid ftw. Good support and they update a lot. Kind of challenging setting up less than common features on remotes though.
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That's the one I'm using works perfectly set up devices in seconds . Got my Projector, Cablebox, Av Receiver , Bluray, etc.
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What receiver are you using BTW? I'm having to experiment with different onkyo receivers to find common buttons. Wish there was a learn feature like Logitech harmony.
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What receiver are you using BTW? I'm having to experiment with different onkyo receivers to find common buttons. Wish there was a learn feature like Logitech harmony.
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Srs606 but I don't even bother mess with models I just choose most models and works just fine .
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Thanks. Gonna try that. I have the 3009 and I need the movie and music modes button to work. Think I am using mostodels right now but not having luck with getting that to work.
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Thanks. Gonna try that. I have the 3009 and I need the movie and music modes button to work. Think I am using mostodels right now but not having luck with getting that to work.
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Okay please report back
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