Saw this on engadget http://m.engadget.com/default/artic...ory=classic&subCategory=top&icid=eng_tp_click) does anyone know if and when it will be available in the uk?
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Why does it have to be so ugly though!
I dont think it looks that bad but it would suit me better than a mhl cable if it supports charging through usb and not hdmi as i dont think my tv supports this
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The official mhl cable has a micro usb socket on it so you can charge your phone with a usb charger while connected to your hdmi tv.
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That looks damn good imo. I want one
I think it has not a hdmi port but just a micro usb port
here
http://www.expansys.com/samsung-desktop-dock-for-galaxy-s-ii-217879/
Budske said:
here
http://www.expansys.com/samsung-desktop-dock-for-galaxy-s-ii-217879/
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Yes I saw that too but thought that they had updated it to include hdmi.
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This dock has no HDMI, it does not even allow to connect to PC, or at least I read so.
It simply allows to charge the device and output audio.
Budske said:
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http://www.expansys.com/samsung-desktop-dock-for-galaxy-s-ii-217879/
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it's realy nice but why does it have to be sooooo expensive ?!
jeandujardin01 said:
it's realy nice but why does it have to be sooooo expensive ?!
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and it doesnt have hdmi output
Budske said:
and it doesnt have hdmi output
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According to the article, Engadget thinks it does.
£40 is pretty expensive if it's just a dumb dock. It would make more sense if it had hdmi out, but we'll probably have to wait a while to find out either way.
Why are there 2 buttons on the right of the dock? The S2 only has the power button on the right.
the 2 buttons on the side are the volume controls
they are on the wrong side.
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they are on the wrong side.
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What defines a 'wrong side' to put the volume controls on?
Amazon uk and Mobile Fun are selling these for £29.99.Unfortunately I'm not allowed to post links
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So can you connect your phone to the pc and transfer files with this dock? On mobilefun it says "The official Samsung Desktop Dock is designed to hold your phone while simultaneously synchronising and charging it.", so I guess you can?
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Amazon uk and Mobile Fun are selling these for £29.99.Unfortunately I'm not allowed to post links
Miss Diva
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Thanks. Does mobilefun ship to other countries?
Flowlance said:
What defines a 'wrong side' to put the volume controls on?
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The fact that I doubt that the buttons on the dock do anything other than push the button down on the phone underneath similar to a gel case button. The fact that they are on the right would mean nothing underneath to push on. Also it would make no sense to put the button on a different side to the phones buttons as this would just confuse/piss off users.
If the buttons actually control the phone via usb then this is a needless expense and would explain why a simple dock is so expensive.
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Probably stupid question but I am still confused. does this phone have HDMI out? I read it does but there is no port.
Yes, Same plug as your power.
Www.monoprice.com has cords for just a few bucks goodluck
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[Nice, thanks for the super quick reply. What type of HDMI cord does it need? because I know a regular HDMI cord will not do given the size of the micro USB port.
I guess something like this, id shop around see if you could find a better price from link above otherwise $15 aint that bad of a price
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005F9W6DU
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Its called MHL. It is a technology that is phenomenal and is being overlooked for the most part. Even phones that are capable of it don't advertise that they are capable of it. It is a simple adapter that plugs into your USB on your device and gives you a full size HDMI port to connect to your TV.
Does it charge your phone at the same time?
lickarock said:
Its called MHL. It is a technology that is phenomenal and is being overlooked for the most part. Even phones that are capable of it don't advertise that they are capable of it. It is a simple adapter that plugs into your USB on your device and gives you a full size HDMI port to connect to your TV.
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Your phone plugs into mhl, mhl has hdmi to tv. Mhl also needs a power source, so it is plugged into the wall. I think it is able to keep charged.
This creates full mirroring. Meaning you can play angry birds on your phone and have it up on the big screen
Mynaga said:
I guess something like this, id shop around see if you could find a better price from link above otherwise $15 aint that bad of a price
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005F9W6DU
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Fyi since pos5lting this thread I got the cable off eBay and now I use it to play Nintendo and PlayStation emulator on my bigscreen with sixaxis app and controller. Super freaking awesome
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I heard something about being able to sync a wireless controller with your phone threw a app!?
Is this true
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Yes the app is called sixaxis and it makes a ps3 control work with phone. You must be rooted. If this helps you please thank me.
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Hi everyone. I need some help my son has just damaged my USB/charging cable that came with my GSM Galaxy Nexus. And I have a brand new unopened usb cable from my PS3. Can I use that cable without any problems? Can it damage my GNex? Thanks.
Any USB cable should work just fine assuming its got the proper pins for power and not just data.
Thanks. Well considering that the PS3 cable is used for charging also I should be fine. Right?
If the connections are same size u should be good
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Thanks. Well considering that the PS3 cable is used for charging also I should be fine. Right?
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Ya it'll be fine.
Aren't PS3 USB chargers mini USB? Mine is. The nexus needs micro USB.
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I sometimes use a $3 one I got from amazon. I doesn't fit as tightly but works nontheless.
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Aren't PS3 USB chargers mini USB? Mine is. The nexus needs micro USB.
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Dunno. I have an XBOX
Yes, PS3 cables are MINI USB thus making them useless for charging the Gnex. Gonna head out to see if I can find a cheap micro usb.
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Dunno. I have an XBOX
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fanboy
P.S.: I also own a Xbox.
martonikaj said:
Dunno. I have an XBOX
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bk201doesntexist said:
fanboy
P.S.: I also own a Xbox.
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I have both. PS3 is strictly for blu-ray and final fantasy though
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Any one know if there's a cheaper one available and confirmed working?
There are cheapo ones that say "galaxy s3, s3, htc evo, etc" compatible, but i dont think a lot of sellers realize its a different pin connection.
has anyone been able to purchase one that works?
the genuine samsung one is too expensive.
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Any one know if there's a cheaper one available and confirmed working?
There are cheapo ones that say "galaxy s3, s3, htc evo, etc" compatible, but i dont think a lot of sellers realize its a different pin connection.
has anyone been able to purchase one that works?
the genuine samsung one is too expensive.
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None that I know of yet. I'm the lookout for a $10 knockoff too.
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None that I know of yet. I'm the lookout for a $10 knockoff too.
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Same!
You can use a cheapo adapter with Samsung's adapter kit.
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Samsung-OEM-...Accessories&hash=item2572f37fc3#ht_1660wt_889
Free shipping to the US. $26 shipping to Canada (which is why I haven't purchased it yet)
Yeah I think I may just use the MHL adapter from the GS2 and the 5-pin to 11-pin adapter tip both from samsung. At least they're both OEM and I don't really feel like waiting.
MHL: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006FYXL2O/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?ie=UTF8&smid=A2AXKMC4UVT4QQ
Adapter Tip: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0083FYL0O/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&smid=A1FBR7E8HT21EQ
Total is only $22.65. Just over half the price of the GS3 adapter.
The adapter tip you guys are referring to is usb to micro hdmi right? So you need the adapter tip plus micro hdmi to hdmi cable. The latter can be picked up for 4 bucks from ebay.
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The adapter tip you guys are referring to is usb to micro hdmi right? So you need the adapter tip plus micro hdmi to hdmi cable. The latter can be picked up for 4 bucks from ebay.
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No, the MHL adapter is a microUSB to regular HDMI adapter. However the old MHL adapters for the Galaxy Nexus and Galaxy S2 use a 5-pin microUSB input and you need an 11-pin microUSB input so that's what the adapter tip does.
There is a 3rd party one here for preorder
http://www.galaxys3-forum.com/minisuit-galaxy-s3-mhl-hdmi-adapter/
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There is a 3rd party one here for preorder
http://www.galaxys3-forum.com/minisuit-galaxy-s3-mhl-hdmi-adapter/
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I think that looks cooler then OEM anyways . =p
Here's one
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0051...ile?redirect=true&ref_=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
Used on an nexus in this video. Not sure if would work for s3 or not
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WvyX3n66VAc&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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djjroc007 said:
Used on an s3 in this video
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I'm pretty sure that's a Galaxy Nexus in that video. Note the on-screen soft buttons and lack of physical home button.
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I'm pretty sure that's a Galaxy Nexus in that video. Note the on-screen soft buttons and lack of physical home button.
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Ahh, crap. Your right. Lol. I know he mentioned the s3. Haven't watched it in a while. I just remembered seeing the adapter. Oh well, and I tried.
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Here's one
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0051...ile?redirect=true&ref_=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
Used on an nexus in this video. Not sure if would work for s3 or not
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WvyX3n66VAc&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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Nope this one doesn't work only for the S2 not S3.
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I think that looks cooler then OEM anyways . =p
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yup i agree, and $15 less than the original from Samsung. I am sure it works the same way.
Hey guys all I could find for hdmi adaptors were 50$ here in canada. Did some reading bought this galaxy tab dock for 15 $. It has a mini hdmi out which is great, cable was 15$ for 6ft. Everything works great. I cut the side edges out and put some felt tabs on the adaptor. Put a piece of hockey tape on it after. Tablet doesnt move. No fear of too much pressure on the connector. Works great as desktop stand and for mirroring on tv. Bought it on amazon. I know its a little rough but it was just to see if it worked ill clean up the edges later
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Dont know why the pics didnt go up ill try again
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Dont know why the pics didnt go up ill try again
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$12.95 w/free shipping here in the states on Ebay for the HDMI Multimedia Galaxy Tab 7.0 Desktop Charger Music Dock.
I may get one and use a table saw to cut the ends off of the unit like you did.
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kkretch said:
$12.95 w/free shipping here in the states on Ebay for the HDMI Multimedia Galaxy Tab 7.0 Desktop Charger Music Dock.
I may get one and use a table saw to cut the ends off of the unit like you did.
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The HDMI thread has pics of what others did with the same.
toenail_flicker said:
The HDMI thread has pics of what others did with the same.
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Can you post the link to the thread? Searched the forum and couldn't find it.
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Can you post the link to the thread? Searched the forum and couldn't find it.
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It's four threads below this one, right now.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1870347
Hello
There are smart dock for galaxy s2? (with usb +/ hdmi)?
if so please send me link
thanks you!
Check ebay for mhl galaxy s2 dock.
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You can not find that man. There was only Charge the battery. Like This;
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Portable-Sy...S_Cell_Phone_PDA_Chargers&hash=item5d3425eff7
http://www.netimes.com/shop/new-desk-dock-with-hdmi-out-for-samsung-galaxy-s-ii-gti9100-p-3555.html
Cannotsię find it, ha ha ha
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Hey,
Is there any smart dock for SGS2 on the market? I mean no charging-only devices, but USB, HDMI and charging. That's the definition of 'smart' in my opinion.
Zoli
With the original Samsung dock it is not even possible to use USB data connection and USB charging at the same time. I always have to use the bluetooth connection when my S2 is in the dock. :-/
Zoli1972 said:
Hey,
Is there any smart dock for SGS2 on the market? I mean no charging-only devices, but USB, HDMI and charging. That's the definition of 'smart' in my opinion.
Zoli
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Is there something that works also for GS2? Don't mean "universal" but something that fits at least for all the most recents Samsung cellphones...