Any place I can purchase and then download movies to play on my Atrix?
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Your best bet would be to take the movie files off your computer and runt hem through a converter. The atrix can play almost every popular format. Unless you're trying to buy/download from the phone to the phone, I don't think there's an app for that.
mweisslaw said:
Any place I can purchase and then download movies to play on my Atrix?
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If you want a service just use netflixx or something of that nature.I don'tuse it personally but I hear it works well on hk 2.34 at least... Then you could watch practically any movie you want!
Try the Handbrake software to convert files if you have them already.
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Try the Handbrake software to convert files if you have them already.
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+1 for this. I use handbrake all the time to convert my movies and they play great on the atrix. I usually use the apple tv preset and then it works with my phone and my apple tv.
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Try the Handbrake software to convert files if you have them already.
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ive got an alternative way that uses a different piece of freeware and makes batch encoding for the qhd resolution much simpler.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=15308438
a little bit of playing around to get your initial settings right, but then after that, its just drag and drop.
also might try this
Megaviewer PRO
get it from the market... frikin roks!
OP if you really want to GET films on the go and use them, this will work with the phone and the lapdock:
http://www.youtube.com/movies
Oh look Battle Of Los Angeles
Checkout the new Android Market apk that Kenn so graciously shared in the Themes and Apps forum! The new Google Android Market lets you rent movies! Works!!
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So as we've all figured out by now the Evo runs flash in the main browser (as well as Dolphin, sexy!) but Netflix denies the browser as compatible...
Workarounds?
I know the app is coming "sometime", but this is something I'm willing to end lives to have.
Thanks!
It is probably denying it because it lists it as a mobile browser. You would have to trick it into thinking it is like Firefox.
I know Netflix only allows a set list of browsers, but I'm not sure how to make my broswers report that they're different...I can't even get "about:debug" to come up!
Let me see if there is any type of app available to spoof the browser information. I know there is on the iPhone, but not sure on the Android.
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So as we've all figured out by now the Evo runs flash in the main browser (as well as Dolphin, sexy!) but Netflix denies the browser as compatible...
Workarounds?
I know the app is coming "sometime", but this is something I'm willing to end lives to have.
Thanks!
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I think netflix is all silverlight now. I could be wrong though
It is silverlight so it won't work. I got it to think I was a desktop browser, but can't run silverlight.
Work around #1: Get an iPhone 4.
Classick206 said:
Work around #1: Get an iPhone 4.
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Only if step two involves price gouging for more money.
Work Around #1 part 2: Tether the iPhone 4 to a Sprint Evo so you have a solid connection
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I think netflix is all silverlight now. I could be wrong though
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Sad part is I KNEW it was silverlight...my brain just wasn't putting 2+2 together. Wow...blonde moment
Classick206 said:
Work around #1: Get an iPhone 4.
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Thanks! Can you please post the steps to making it work on a phone that isn't out yet, with an app that isn't out yet, on a limited data connection (assuming 2GB is even worth 30 a month, and while I'm traveling so Wi-Fi isn't an option), with enough speed that watching it isn't a terrible experience, with a big enough screen to actually see what I'm watching, and then make a phone call that stays connected for the length of the full conversation?
I'll give you a moment to think it all through, thanks
At the speed Netflix is getting me happy it might be WinPho 7 time...
I hate my self for saying that!
Work around #3
Copy the movie to your hard drive (or leave it in a shared DVD drive)
Install Orb (free) on your PC and configure it to that directory.
Install Orblive (9.99) from the Market.
Watch your movie.
Tip 1: Test the free version of Orblive to make sure it works OK.
Tip 2: If you get too much buffering on your phone, play around with the stream settings in your Orb account.
With ORB you can:
Watch any video (avi/mpeg/DVD)
Listen to your music library.
Monitor home cams.
Watch live cable TV (with a compatible tuner)
I posted this for those that may not have heard of ORB, however, I concede that most of you have.
Hope this helps.
Jerard said:
Work around #3
Copy the movie to your hard drive (or leave it in a shared DVD drive)
Install Orb (free) on your PC and configure it to that directory.
Install Orblive (9.99) from the Market.
Watch your movie.
Tip 1: Test the free version of Orblive to make sure it works OK.
Tip 2: If you get too much buffering on your phone, play around with the stream settings in your Orb account.
With ORB you can:
Watch any video (avi/mpeg/DVD)
Listen to your music library.
Monitor home cams.
Watch live cable TV (with a compatible tuner)
I posted this for those that may not have heard of ORB, however, I concede that most of you have.
Hope this helps.
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why get orblive for 10 bucks, when you can just navigate to mycast.orb.com and log in with your orb info, and it costs nothing?
timothydonohue said:
why get orblive for 10 bucks, when you can just navigate to mycast.orb.com and log in with your orb info, and it costs nothing?
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For the same reason I used to drink Michelobe instead of Busch, or drive a BMW instead of a Chevy. Some people simply want the best that's available. I bought the EVO not because I needed a new phone, but rather because I wanted it. So what's another 10 bucks to enable it to watch live TV on it? Yes, you can log into your Mycast account, but that method is not nearly as convenient as the app. The purpose of my post was to try and help this person. Some people try to help instead of hinder, which again, is another characteristic of quality.
Jerard said:
Work around #3
Copy the movie to your hard drive (or leave it in a shared DVD drive)
Install Orb (free) on your PC and configure it to that directory.
Install Orblive (9.99) from the Market.
Watch your movie.
Tip 1: Test the free version of Orblive to make sure it works OK.
Tip 2: If you get too much buffering on your phone, play around with the stream settings in your Orb account.
With ORB you can:
Watch any video (avi/mpeg/DVD)
Listen to your music library.
Monitor home cams.
Watch live cable TV (with a compatible tuner)
I posted this for those that may not have heard of ORB, however, I concede that most of you have.
Hope this helps.
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Or write an ffmpeg script yourself... The interface is terrible in orb anyway. I was able to do transcoding with ffmpeg and it worked well enough over 3g to be awesome. And you can even stream stuff over http which is cool because you don't even need an app on your phone.
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For the same reason I used to drink Michelobe instead of Busch, or drive a BMW instead of a Chevy. Some people simply want the best that's available. I bought the EVO not because I needed a new phone, but rather because I wanted it. So what's another 10 bucks to enable it to watch live TV on it? Yes, you can log into your Mycast account, but that method is not nearly as convenient as the app. The purpose of my post was to try and help this person. Some people try to help instead of hinder, which again, is another characteristic of quality.
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lol i agree. i was trying to save him money, you're trying to get him to spend it. bookmark the site, and put the bookmark on your home screen, almost as simple as an app
What exactly can I play with HDMI out? I have some .avi movies that I use arcMedia to play. If I just connect my HDMI and play it will it show up on my tv? Or does it have to be a specific format to play?
As of now, the only things you can output are gallery pictures (slideshow mode only), youtube, and any videos the stock app will play. so your avi's most likely wont play over hdmi.
Does anyone know if you can use the slingplayer app with the hdmi output?
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As of now, the only things you can output are gallery pictures (slideshow mode only), youtube, and any videos the stock app will play. so your avi's most likely wont play over hdmi.
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Is anyone working on a fix for this?
Is it just me or did it seem like in the Sense2 'preview' given at the HTC show that someone linked earlier today HTC claimed you could use your TV as a screen for your phone? I believe the quote was something along the lines of, 'what shows up on your phone, shows up on the tv'. They didn't go into any further details, and they were talking about watching videos when they said it. However, if true video out capabilities are included in Sense2, that would be pretty bad ass. Something to keep an eye out for when it finally hits!
You can steam movies from this site (iphonemoviez.net/blog/) and use hdmi to watch on tv (wouldn't let me post full link but I'm sure you guys get it)
I don't think its full ui out yet.. Just wireless streaming of vid and pix...
I wonder though what they using to stream to the tv from the phone.. As well as what requirements the tv needs..
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Hdmi works with that site I use it all the time for my son to watch kids movies
dcfella said:
Does anyone know if you can use the slingplayer app with the hdmi output?
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I wish.
mike hazard said:
You can steam movies from this site (iphonemoviez.net/blog/) and use hdmi to watch on tv (wouldn't let me post full link but I'm sure you guys get it)
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Thank you for this! I did not know this. Lotsa good stuff for my 2 year old here.
I know Cyanogen was working on full hdmi out awhile back.
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fmedina2 said:
Is anyone working on a fix for this?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=777569
mike hazard said:
You can steam movies from this site (iphonemoviez.net/blog/) and use hdmi to watch on tv (wouldn't let me post full link but I'm sure you guys get it)
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That works too, thanks. Still wasn't to see that full HDMI developed though.
mike hazard said:
You can steam movies from this site (iphonemoviez.net/blog/) and use hdmi to watch on tv (wouldn't let me post full link but I'm sure you guys get it)
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works great
I use SPB TV app from android market. It is able to stream live ~100 inet channels to HDMI. Reviews are mixed though. And it costs 10 backs for android while free for iPhone, WTF. Not that it worth to pay for given so-so quality and the channel selection could have been better.
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I downloaded movies and tv shows using samsungs media hub and when trying to play them on my tv it says hdmi content blocked. the movie will only play on my phone and was wondering if there is a way to work around this.
wow! this is news to me
i do not know of any work around at this time, perhaps other guys might have better ideas.
If it were me.... I would download from market one of those Video Editor apps from the market, and the save the file as something else.
that might break the protection
*cough*you didn't hear that from me*cough*
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wow! this is news to me
i do not know of any work around at this time, perhaps other guys might have better ideas.
If it were me.... I would download from market one of those Video Editor apps from the market, and the save the file as something else.
that might break the protection
*cough*you didn't hear that from me*cough*
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Lol great idea...... But i tried and i couldnt load any media hub episodes i guess since their not an acceptable format any other ideas?
I used vidtrim pro if that helps any
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Try freezing drm content protection with titanium backup. Freeze everything that says DRM. Let me know if it works.
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That's pretty craptacular.
Let this be a lesson to all, yet another time, for anyone thinking about supporting any DRM-service with their money.
Is anyone able to get either of these working? HBO Go doesn't even show up in the marketplace so if anyone has an .apk of the current version I'd appreciate it. WatchESPN starts up but attempting to select provider or login to a myESPN account results in some sort of browser error.
Would love to have HBO Go by Sunday for the Homeland finale as I am out of town and my uncle that I will be staying with only has an aircard at his house for internet access. A working method to tether would solve my problem too I suppose. Haha.
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Not to be a chode, but Homeland comes on Showtime.
Ha, you're right (and a chode ) I forgot about that. Oh well, I'd still like HBO go to work for watching game of thrones and boardwalk empire episodes
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I installed the HBO Go .apk from my Incredible but when I open it all it does is show a message saying "HBO Go is not compatible with this device." and closes.
Looks like we'll have to wait for them to update it ICS.
helix139 said:
Ha, you're right (and a chode ) I forgot about that. Oh well, I'd still like HBO go to work for watching game of thrones and boardwalk empire episodes
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lol those are the exact two show I watch lol, I have also started the books on book 4 now of game of thrones, def worth reading.
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lol those are the exact two show I watch lol, I have also started the books on book 4 now of game of thrones, def worth reading.
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Agreed. I'm on book 3 myself.
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any one heard abt an update for ics ....
I am really missing my vamp porn.. hope HBO can catch up with technology soon!! [COLOR].
Watch Espn works fine, installed from market, etc.
elizcam said:
I am really missing my vamp porn.. hope HBO can catch up with technology soon!! [COLOR].
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Someone has got to be able to hack their APK to make it work
Reviving this thread...
Watch ESPN also works fine for me.
Would LOVE to get the HBO Go app. For now, if you set your browser to desktop you can stream HBO Go from their website. Video quality is very good but navigating the site (100% flash) is kinda annoying.
I have seen this question a few times figured I would post it here .
If you would like to stream the media on your phone on your Xbox there is an app called Twonky Server and it works great. There is a free trial version to make sure if works.
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I have seen this question a few times figured I would post it here .
If you would like to stream the media on your phone on your Xbox there is an app called Twonky Server and it works great. There is a free trial version to make sure if works.
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Nice. Not going to lie, I think the one thing Motorola got right with the Droid X (besides build quality) was DLNA certification, sharing stuff with the xbox was so easy. I'm a bit surprised Vanilla Android doesn't include this...
That actually how I found this app in the first place. Liberty 1.5 didn't have it baked in so I used twonky
O!mediashare does this same thing for free without a trial.except I run into problems with some file types.apparently the xbox is very picky about what types of files it can play.unless it is something that has to do with the app itself.
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