[Q] Movies on Galaxy Nexus ? - Samsung Galaxy Nexus

Never attempted before....what do I need to convert dvd's to the Galaxy Nexus?
This is a noob ? I have never done this and need all the best but easiest tools and advice.....and what are your experiences with movies on Galaxy Nexus...

On Mac osx I use handbrake to convert, using a pre set that I found for the Motorola Xoom.
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Xilisoft Video converter works good also.
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Great question! I too am interested in how to do this.
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you need to crack the DRM on the DVD (legal here in the UK) then I would use Handbrake to convert it to x264 at 1024x576 (assuming it's widescreen) or 1024x480 (if it's NTSC and widescreen) with around 2-4Mbps bitrate (depending on how much space on the SD), same fps as source, stereo sound (aac) with bitrate of around 128kbps

I am using a Windows computer, and I hear Handbrake is good. Anything more simple to use for a first timer?

I use DVD Catalyst. It costs, but it does a great job.

Does the inbuilt video player play avi OK? I used to use rockplayer for it on my old x10!
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ballubas said:
Does the inbuilt video player play avi OK? I used to use rockplayer for it on my old x10!
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avi is only a container. The actual codec used could be one of many.
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mikemagia said:
what is a Torrent site? Any recommendations? Also any free trial Conversion sites before I make the plung and spend $59, I want to make sure I know what I'm doing....
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Go to vuze and download that program it's free, then go to extratorrent.com and search for whatever movies you want find a good quality which there's usually screenshots. Download that movie using vuze, after it downloads go find it in the vuze file folder and move it to the phone. It takes as long as the movie takes to download instead of converting and other crap. Best part is its all free.
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sway40 said:
Go to vuze and download that program it's free, then go to extratorrent.com and search for whatever movies you want find a good quality which there's usually screenshots. Download that movie using vuze, after it downloads go find it in the vuze file folder and move it to the phone. It takes as long as the movie takes to download instead of converting and other crap. Best part is its all free.
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The bad thing is it's also illegal, of course depending on the movie you are downloading. Owning the movie on a DVD does not make it legal to download one from a torrent site...

Pume said:
The bad thing is it's also illegal, of course depending on the movie you are downloading. Owning the movie on a DVD does not make it legal to download one from a torrent site...
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And, i never said it made it legal It's the easiest and cheap way to do this instead of buying expensive programs and spending way to much time converting a movie. I've done this for years and no problems. They are looking at people who sell the torrents that are downloaded and make money at the studios expense.
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sway40 said:
And, i never said it made it legal It's the easiest and cheap way to do this instead of buying expensive programs and spending way to much time converting a movie. I've done this for years and no problems. They are looking at people who sell the torrents that are downloaded and make money at the studios expense.
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Nevertheless, you're still encouraging others to participate in an illegal practice, which is a violation of XDA forum rules.
Has anyone seen John Connor?

Download AnyDVD trial and any DVD ripping software of your choice. AnyDVD will remove any of the copy protections that disc has so that you can actually make a digital copy for yourself.
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Question: With a mkv having 720p video and digital audio, is there a program that lets me convert the audio to AAC w/o touching the video at all? MKVs play on my Nexus via Mobo Player fine but there's no audio. I've had the same issue with an ASUS Transformer tablet.

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Any practical reason to hdmi out to tv?

I just got to thinking about this. I mean besides the cool factor is there any other real reason to output your phones screen to your tv? If you have the adapter and whole hdmi out setup what do you use it for? I guess it would be neat for me for about 10min on my 51" but I can't see any real use.
I've paired mine with ps3 controller and use it to emulate ps1,genisis,snes,nes..and then hook up to TV..now o got a sweet time killer...
You can watch movies, display pictures, give presentations, play games...
audi_on_u said:
I've paired mine with ps3 controller and use it to emulate ps1,genisis,snes,nes..and then hook up to TV..now o got a sweet time killer...
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Ok I stand corrected, that does sound cool. I would do that. I've got a 360 not a ps3 though. I'll have to do some googleing see if that's possible.
knotphunnie said:
You can watch movies, display pictures, give presentations, play games...
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I thought about the whole movie thing. But with all the streaming media devices people probably already have I still don't get it. Maybe I'm assuming to much but any 360 or ps3 can stream just about anything you'd want imo. Pictures I'll never understand, I don't need to see a picture on an lcd. Presentations I can see that for the business guys who need it. Playing games, aren't you still tethered to a cord?
Use a wireless game controller.
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Use a wireless game controller.
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I've got a 360 what app do you use?
expl0it4 said:
I've got a 360 what app do you use?
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Not possible with a xbox360 controller. works with a ps3 controller because it pairs using Bluetooth® connection!
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Awesome info about the ps3 controller wow good to know
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Since a lot of hotels these days have flat screens, and some do have HDMI inputs, I have , so far, have used it once when traveling ..
Plug my phone into tv and watch a movie , better than paying crappy hotel movie fees ...
tcboo said:
Since a lot of hotels these days have flat screens, and some do have HDMI inputs, I have , so far, have used it once when traveling ..
Plug my phone into tv and watch a movie , better than paying crappy hotel movie fees ...
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Yea great for watching Netflix on the go!
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I have not done it with this phone since I have yet to buy the cable, but with my Vibrant's TV out all the time, its easier to put the movies on the Phone instead of the game console since im connected to it more often and using the Laptop means if my wife wants to use the laptop she cant without interrupting the movie. (She could ealk the 8 FT to the desktop.. but thats niether here nor there ) As far as games, even though your tethered atleast with the vibrant, it wasnt that bad.. kinda makes the device the console and controller in one and with all of these newer games coming out its pretty nice on my 46". just my 10 cents
Here is the best reason. the NBA league pass for mobile is only $40. I plug my phone to my TV and bam! No need to pay the $160.
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barmanham said:
Awesome info about the ps3 controller wow good to know
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I think it supports up to four controllers to
I use it for the watch espn app since I don't have cable
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You can use it for a presentation of pictures amongst friends/family.
I've used it to watch episodes of missed drama my family likes but you need to find good quality because anything over 40'' will look blurry.
Great for streaming out of market sports from the internet...just more convienent to connect your phone to the tv instead of a computer..
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expl0it4 said:
I just got to thinking about this. I mean besides the cool factor is there any other real reason to output your phones screen to your tv? If you have the adapter and whole hdmi out setup what do you use it for? I guess it would be neat for me for about 10min on my 51" but I can't see any real use.
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play games in the big screen or watch a movie from the phone
Anyone try using T-Mobile TV?
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Anyone try using T-Mobile TV?
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I would like to know this as well. I've read elsewhere that they block it from HDMI out, but would like to know if anyone has any experience with this and also if there is some way around it with a rooted device. (ie freezing some background app like you can do with the one they use to block free tethering).

HTC Media Link HD

Who's getting one?
I think it looks awesome, but a little expensive so I had some doubts if I should by it or not.
But now my carrier is providing me one for free because of delayed delivery on my HOX.
Any of you guys getting one?
Will we be able to use it with other phones/tablets?
I really want to use it with my gtab 10.1, so it would be awesome if someone could figure out, maybe porting the app (if its and app) from HOX to other devises.
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tandfeen said:
Who's getting one?
I think it looks awesome, but a little expensive so I had some doubts if I should by it or not.
But now my carrier is providing me one for free because of delayed delivery on my HOX.
Any of you guys getting one?
Will we be able to use it with other phones/tablets?
I really want to use it with my gtab 10.1, so it would be awesome if someone could figure out, maybe porting the app (if its and app) from HOX to other devises.
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Yes Im getting one but only because it came free with my One X order. In answer to your questions yes it can be used with other devices.
Ive got the standard media link adapter as well and that works perfectly on my Moto Xoom. If your concerned about the price there are cheaper alternatives that do the exact same thing. Just have a browse on Amazon for DLNA receivers.
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Yes Im getting one but only because it came free with my One X order. In answer to your questions yes it can be used with other devices.
Ive got the standard media link adapter as well and that works perfectly on my Moto Xoom. If your concerned about the price there are cheaper alternatives that do the exact same thing. Just have a browse on Amazon for DLNA receivers.
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So it is basically just a DLNA receiver? therefore my PS3 can do the exact same thing?
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So it is basically just a DLNA receiver? therefore my PS3 can do the exact same thing?
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The Media Link for the One series is different than the previous HTC Media Links (basically DLNA media players), in that it can mirror what you see on the phone's screen. So it's more like a "smart" wireless HDMI connection, since once you start media playback, it switches to media streaming mode like the old Links, and the phone can be used to do other things without interrupting the video on the TV.
I like the idea of playing a game through this, but there is noticable latency, so no Shadowgun, but Angry Birds would probably work well.
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The Media Link for the One series is different than the previous HTC Media Links (basically DLNA media players), in that it can mirror what you see on the phone's screen. So it's more like a "smart" wireless HDMI connection, since once you start media playback, it switches to media streaming mode like the old Links, and the phone can be used to do other things without interrupting the video on the TV.
I like the idea of playing a game through this, but there is noticable latency, so no Shadowgun, but Angry Birds would probably work well.
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Thanks for the information mate, hopefully they'll drop in price on ebay since a lot of people have got them free in promotional offers
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Does anybody know exact differences between DLNA and HTC media link technology?
I have a DLNA TV (LG 47LW575S), it is connected to my wireless router. I wonder, if it is possible to connect HOX without a "media link"...
Also, I don't want to have 2 wireless networks in my house.
I'll try to stream media as soon as receive my HOX (just ordered) and post a result here.
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Yes Im getting one but only because it came free with my One X order. In answer to your questions yes it can be used with other devices.
Ive got the standard media link adapter as well and that works perfectly on my Moto Xoom. If your concerned about the price there are cheaper alternatives that do the exact same thing. Just have a browse on Amazon for DLNA receivers.
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How long does the battery last while your watching movie through the Media Link?
mzaza said:
How long does the battery last while your watching movie through the Media Link?
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Considering everyone's battery stats atm from basic usage, I'd say not very long!
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I have been using my one x to stream to the ps3. there are various dlna server apps in the market, I personally use BubbleUPnP on my one x. regarding the battery life, well if the screen is off I generally find the battery doesn't go down too quick, even while streaming or on a long call. the display is what seems too suck battery ie: games or browsing the web. anyway id save your money unless you really want to use all your apps on a large display/tv. or buy a mhl to hdmi cable online for a tenner does the same job as the medialink, though wired.
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ive just ordered one and the speaker dock as well.
does anyone know if this is actually dnla so other devices would work (such as my pc and my archos 101 tablet), also is there a built in battery in the media link as the specs say there is a "charge cable" - if there is whats the battery life like on that. i hope there is as this would be ideal on my already crowded outlets by my main tv with xbox, wii, bluray, tv, tivo reciver, surround system, cable modem and finally the router.
thanks guys
my understanding was the media link only worked with Sense 4, so not sure its compatible with all devices. It is compatible with all TVs/monitors that have a HDMI port. THe Media Link comes with a built in rechargeable battery which is charged the same way as your phone with a micro usb cable.
mzaza said:
How long does the battery last while your watching movie through the Media Link?
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Doesn't matter because you can charge it as you watch?
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Does anyone have any news about the availability of this item? I have already had to cancel several orders online, due to online retailers saying they have it in stock. A couple say they have it in stock but when you order, your order goes to backorder... So anyone with information about when its going to be released, or who the first company is to get it... that would be very helpful to me. PS. dont order from mobicity.com.au !
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Doesn't matter because you can charge it as you watch?
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Not necessarily. It'd be nice to be able to take this to someone's house, connect it to their tv, and stream a movie or something. Sometimes finding an available outlet in those situations is annoying.
So I'm also wondering about battery life..
mzaza said:
How long does the battery last while your watching movie through the Media Link?
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Doesn't matter because you can charge it as you watch?
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that isn't an answer to the question - some people, eh?
vioalas said:
Not necessarily. It'd be nice to be able to take this to someone's house, connect it to their tv, and stream a movie or something. Sometimes finding an available outlet in those situations is annoying.
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I couldnt agree more. People are reluctant to have you messing with the plugs on their television and peripherals. If you could simply plug into hdmi and watch a movie or two on battery it would be truly portable and much less intrusive if you were to take it to a friends or relatives house.
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I couldnt agree more. People are reluctant to have you messing with the plugs on their television and peripherals. If you could simply plug into hdmi and watch a movie or two on battery it would be truly portable and much less intrusive if you were to take it to a friends or relatives house.
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Yeah and quite possibly the only things u would require would be the phone and media link - both pocket friendly - well, as long as your mates got a spare hdmi cable
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Shouldn't the media link comes with a hdmi cable itself?
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Yeah and quite possibly the only things u would require would be the phone and media link - both pocket friendly - well, as long as your mates got a spare hdmi cable
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By the looks of it it seems the Media Link HD itself needs plugging into a power supply. All the videos I've seen of it on YouTube in operation show two cables coming out of it (the HDMI cable and presumably the power cable?). Plus when you look on the Mobile Fun site, it shows two ports on it...a HDMI port and a Micro USB port:
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/htc-dg-h200-one-s-media-link-hd-wireless-hdmi-adapter-p34391.htm

Note 2 as a PC

Real cool video testing the galaxy note 2 as a pc replacement
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nh2NSLgaII&feature=plcp
Awesome well done review.. now we can say "Can your iPhone do this?" Via video
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That's was probably the best desktop demonstration video I seen. Can't wait to get my note 2.
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This phone never ceases to amaze!
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Nice video! I'm going have to watch tye video through again, but did he say exactly what apps he was using? I do know though, he was using our "all anticipated" multitasking update we're patently waiting for.
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lawalty said:
Nice video! I'm going have to watch tye video through again, but did he say exactly what apps he was using? I do know though, he was using our "all anticipated" multitasking update we're patently waiting for.
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Couple of ROM's in the development section with multitasking already working, it's very handy!
Coldfustion has quite a few great videos on his YouTube channel. One of which is a how to on how to set up your note the way he has it set up. It's more of a how to for go launcher than anything. But it's very helpful. His review of the new Apple iPod was even entertaining, as he references is no note 2. LoL!
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Coldfustion has quite a few great videos on his YouTube channel. One of which is a how to on how to set up your note the way he has it set up. It's more of a how to for go launcher than anything. But it's very helpful. His review of the new Apple iPod was even entertaining, as he references is no note 2. LoL!
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Yeah, I have my note 2 setup like his and people are blown away on how I did it. I am using most of his wallpapers so the phone's background never is the same. He is pretty artistic in the way he has everything setup.
That's awesome! Maybe I'm missing something, but from what I see, everything he's using is native, there's no special software except that floating browser software. Then obviously the hardware (adapter, mouse, keyboard).
Does anybody know what UI he's got?
russds said:
That's awesome! Maybe I'm missing something, but from what I see, everything he's using is native, there's no special software except that floating browser software. Then obviously the hardware (adapter, mouse, keyboard).
Does anybody know what UI he's got?
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He is using Go Launcher in landscape mode
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c39PXAr9_F8&feature=plcp
Thats the video on how to setup everything the way he has it.
pretty cool vid
i already ordered the hdmi adapter
is the keyboard and mouse he is using a samsung product?
jose6326 said:
pretty cool vid
i already ordered the hdmi adapter
is the keyboard and mouse he is using a samsung product?
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No, both apple lol. I am guessing he might be using blue tooth for one and usb for the other.
Both bluetooth. I used to use em with my iPad (which I sold to buy a non contract note 2). The apple magic mouse, however, only can use its nice touch features while connected to a mac so its really just a simple, thin mouse. The logitech version of the keyboard has a nice case that it comes with, might be a good alternative.
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thanks for the info on the logitech keyboard
i just downloaded the Go launcher app
there is so much stuff in this
im getting confused trying to get my note2 to look like the one in the vid
jose6326 said:
thanks for the info on the logitech keyboard
i just downloaded the Go launcher app
there is so much stuff in this
im getting confused trying to get my note2 to look like the one in the vid
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It might be confusing in the beginning but as you watch the video, pause it and do each step as he tells you. The end result will be so worth it.
Great video, as soon as that dock releases, I plan to do something like this.
Nice video. It would be great to see how well Ubuntu (or some other favorite linux distribution) does. This would give you many other office and math applications to use. Anyone try linux on android yet? Downside would be that it has no audio. But performance should be very good.
Amazing stuff. While I'd have to wait for a dock myself, the USB-to-go cable looks like a wonderful alternative. Now, if I can find a reasonably priced portable monitor, I could truly go mobile - no need to worry about lugging around a laptop.
I wonder where he got the tripod or phone holder for the Note 2. . .
Yeah, can't wait to play all my games on the big screen, Arcane Legends, NFS MW, Shadow Gun Dead Zone !!
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Nice video. It would be great to see how well Ubuntu (or some other favorite linux distribution) does. This would give you many other office and math applications to use. Anyone try linux on android yet? Downside would be that it has no audio. But performance should be very good.
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After seeing this I decided to give it a go. Sadly I don't have a mouse or the MHL connector yet, but it seems to work, at least for productivity. Got ubuntu 12 running with minimal effort, working on debian right now to see which I prefer. It seems pretty hard to use without a mouse, and I am lazy so instead of searching my house for a spare mouse, because I am unwilling to unplug the mouse from my desktop, I instead ordered a cheap bluetooth mouse. When I have everything I will probably make a video for myself.

SlimPort adapters

Anybody have one or planning on getting one? I'm kinda bummed I'll have to get another one (already have MHL) dumb competing standards. The few available on Amazon seem overpriced (in the $30 range) for a chunk of plastic and some wire.
Buy the one from analogix. That is the official one and it does cost $30. It is pricy when compared to regular MHL adaptors, but its worth it if you plan on using it.
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I can confirm that the slimport in the link below works perfectly with the new nexus 7, including 1080p video and audio output http://www.amazon.com/SlimPort®-SP1...4962024&sr=8-1&keywords=slimport+hdmi+adapter
Won't a chromecast work? And only 5 more dollars. Sorry if I'm wrong. Its happened many times lol.
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moz90 said:
Won't a chromecast work? And only 5 more dollars. Sorry if I'm wrong. Its happened many times lol.
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What the cable gets you that the chromecast doesn't is direct streaming of content. chromecast does not currently support file playback through gallery. All direct streaming from the device (not from the internet) is "beta"
So say you want to play an MP4 file, you'd need this
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What the cable gets you that the chromecast doesn't is direct streaming of content. chromecast does not currently support file playback through gallery. All direct streaming from the device (not from the internet) is "beta"
So say you want to play an MP4 file, you'd need this
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I can use this to play my droid games on the tv screen then?
LauraSakura said:
I can use this to play my droid games on the tv screen then?
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Absolutely. I use slim port with a ps3 controller and six axis app to do just that.
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What the cable gets you that the chromecast doesn't is direct streaming of content. chromecast does not currently support file playback through gallery. All direct streaming from the device (not from the internet) is "beta"
So say you want to play an MP4 file, you'd need this
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So will you be able to use chromecast at some point for everything?
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moz90 said:
So will you be able to use chromecast at some point for everything?
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Probably not but I suspect playing local content from your phone will but added soon but that's just a guess, games prob not due to lag and graphical limitations
i debate turning back to wires like this when i do enjoy what my chromecast does while also having hopes for the wireless display option to be 1:1 for all functions
I didn't even notice the port was not MHL. What nincompoop opted to go with this rather than MHL? Maybe I don't know something I should here, but hasn't MHL been around for a couple years now? And is there anything allegedly superior about slimport that would make it desirable over MHL?
This is just a little disappointing to me because both of my Samsung phones use MHL and at this point my backpack is already the subject of Guantanamo style field stripping every time I fly international.
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I didn't even notice the port was not MHL. What nincompoop opted to go with this rather than MHL? Maybe I don't know something I should here, but hasn't MHL been around for a couple years now? And is there anything allegedly superior about slimport that would make it desirable over MHL?
This is just a little disappointing to me because both of my Samsung phones use MHL and at this point my backpack is already the subject of Guantanamo style field stripping every time I fly international.
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Since its Nexus line, Google would follow what they did with the N4. Why don't you just check it?
MyDP (SlimPort) adapters are appearing on eBay for less than $20USD which I think is pretty good value. SlimPort has some clear advantages over MHL (scaling/no need to have charger plugged in etc).
Examples:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Slimport-My...998?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3a834e9746
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Slimport-My...614?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1e7ca7a1de
http://www.ebay.com/itm/MYDP-SlimPo...=US_Audio_Cables_Adapters&hash=item3cd3ea9ea3
ritzxda said:
MyDP (SlimPort) adapters are appearing on eBay for less than $20USD which I think is pretty good value. SlimPort has some clear advantages over MHL (scaling/no need to have charger plugged in etc).
Examples:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Slimport-My...998?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3a834e9746
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Slimport-My...614?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1e7ca7a1de
http://www.ebay.com/itm/MYDP-SlimPo...=US_Audio_Cables_Adapters&hash=item3cd3ea9ea3
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Thats because they are shipping direct from China....
Oleschuldad said:
Thats because they are shipping direct from China....
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Yes and? Sorry not being rude but don't see the point. I just thought I'd let people know they can get them shipped world wide for a pretty good price now. Not all of us live in America. Thanks.
ritzxda said:
Yes and? Sorry not being rude but don't see the point. I just thought I'd let people know they can get them shipped world wide for a pretty good price now. Not all of us live in America. Thanks.
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not busting on you...just clarifying why they are so cheap... kinda like buying from Meritline... cheap prices, just have to wait awhile cuz its shipping from China is all...
Oleschuldad said:
not busting on you...just clarifying why they are so cheap... kinda like buying from Meritline... cheap prices, just have to wait awhile cuz its shipping from China is all...
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Haha no worries. That's true. It will take a long time to arrive. They've just been really hard to get even through Asia so just thought I'd let people know since I came across them. Thanks.
I'm looking for one too. Even the one on ebay cost around $20 from china. Not counting waiting for over a month for it. Bought more than a few items from china, and only about 50% of them ever work.
Just be careful with the non analogical brand slimport adaptors. People from the N4 were having problems with certain ones. You can check in the N4 accessories thread as there is more information about them there.
I can confirm that the official one works perfect.
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Got the 30$ analogix one and tried it out last night.. works great on the new N7!

Best music player app

Hello all,
I use my phone (S3) to run Pandora through my boats stereo system, I have a rather large and loud system on the boat, so I usually end up playing DJ and taking drunkin' requests at our local sandbar, so Id like to make playlists on the fly EASILY, the Ipod is not so easy with the docking method it has! Its a great time non the less....
Anyways, I usually use Pandora through the 3.5mm headphone jack as I have that option installed in my boat. I also have an Ipod on the boat, the best sounding between the 2 is the Ipod.
Question, is there any music player app for these phones that compare to the way the Ipod will sound? Is it even possible to match that? I actually think the Pandora through the 3.5mm jack sounds pretty good but I believe the Ipod is better.
I have Winamp installed, and it sounds good but if I play the same "file" song, it will sound better via Ipod.
I have a Fusion ip600 marine deck that I use, it has the Ipod dock (Inside the unit, accessible through a door) as well as the Aux which I have the 3.5mm jack hooked up to. That's all the options I have for that deck, I may in the future get the 700 series which offers a USB hookup, but for now I want to keep the 600 series I have now.
Hopefully I am explaining this good enough!
Also whats the highest class 64gig micro SD card I can put in it? Can I do the Class 10? We bought the phones in June of this year.
Thanks all.
Mx player has an eq...not how great it is..i use the stock player through my bluetooth car deck...sounds awesome..320kbs...always use the best bitrate...
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Oh...on the card i suggest samsung only....i bought a sandisk and it quit being recognized by phone or computer...google said these phones dont like other brand class 10...not sure the merit in that...prob a case by case scenario...keep your receipt!!!
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Yes 64GB is max I believe. Also do you have Stock Rom or Custom ?
Music Player wise, I am not much of a music person but a audio book person. But please try Viper 4 Android Best Music mod and player.
If you want Ipod like interface, try Aurora
1MoreMinute said:
Hello all,
I use my phone (S3) to run Pandora through my boats stereo system, I have a rather large and loud system on the boat, so I usually end up playing DJ and taking drunkin' requests at our local sandbar, so Id like to make playlists on the fly EASILY, the Ipod is not so easy with the docking method it has! Its a great time non the less....
Anyways, I usually use Pandora through the 3.5mm headphone jack as I have that option installed in my boat. I also have an Ipod on the boat, the best sounding between the 2 is the Ipod.
Question, is there any music player app for these phones that compare to the way the Ipod will sound? Is it even possible to match that? I actually think the Pandora through the 3.5mm jack sounds pretty good but I believe the Ipod is better.
I have Winamp installed, and it sounds good but if I play the same "file" song, it will sound better via Ipod.
I have a Fusion ip600 marine deck that I use, it has the Ipod dock (Inside the unit, accessible through a door) as well as the Aux which I have the 3.5mm jack hooked up to. That's all the options I have for that deck, I may in the future get the 700 series which offers a USB hookup, but for now I want to keep the 600 series I have now.
Hopefully I am explaining this good enough!
Also whats the highest class 64gig micro SD card I can put in it? Can I do the Class 10? We bought the phones in June of this year.
Thanks all.
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Poweramp is widely considered to be the best audio player for Android. It has an EQ. But to be honest, the playlist creation is a bit clunky.
There is a free trial. What do you have to lose?
64gb class 10 would be fine, im using one myself.. With the sound mods that we have, the s3 is gonna sound way better than any iPod, believe me, try using viper 4 android like Perseus suggested. Also as far as music player, I like Google's play music and it has an easy way to add songs to playlists, you just search for a song and you can add it to a playlist in an instance.. Poweramp is also good but doesn't stream from play music's all-access so I use play music
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Dirtylarry11 said:
Mx player has an eq...not how great it is..i use the stock player through my bluetooth car deck...sounds awesome..320kbs...always use the best bitrate...
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---------- Post added at 08:16 PM ---------- Previous post was at 08:14 PM ----------
Oh...on the card i suggest samsung only....i bought a sandisk and it quit being recognized by phone or computer...google said these phones dont like other brand class 10...not sure the merit in that...prob a case by case scenario...keep your receipt!!!
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Ah the Bluetooth thing I did not think about, my marine deck has a module I can buy to add Bluetooth, thanks for that suggestion.
Perseus71 said:
Yes 64GB is max I believe. Also do you have Stock Rom or Custom ?
Music Player wise, I am not much of a music person but a audio book person. But please try Viper 4 Android Best Music mod and player.
If you want Ipod like interface, try Aurora
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I looked up specs and your right, 64 is the max, As mentioned below in the other quote the class 10 would work, so I will buy one of those. I have a stock rom, I would have no clue how to do any mods to that! I will DL those 2 and give them a shot, thanks for your help!
Aerowinder said:
Poweramp is widely considered to be the best audio player for Android. It has an EQ. But to be honest, the playlist creation is a bit clunky.
There is a free trial. What do you have to lose?
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I believe I have tried that one you mentioned, Ill Dl that one to see if I have tried it. Thanks for your help as well.
serio22 said:
64gb class 10 would be fine, im using one myself.. With the sound mods that we have, the s3 is gonna sound way better than any iPod, believe me, try using viper 4 android like Perseus suggested. Also as far as music player, I like Google's play music and it has an easy way to add songs to playlists, you just search for a song and you can add it to a playlist in an instance.. Poweramp is also good but doesn't stream from play music's all-access so I use play music
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Awesome, thanks for confirming the Class 10 part, I will get one of those. Im happy to hear that this phone would be better than the Ipod, because the system sounds great with the Ipod, and if this phone is better than thats awesome, just didnt want to degrade the sound in anyway after the amount of money I spent on the system. Thanks very much for your help. I will try your suggestions as well.
So, my conclusion is, I will buy and use the Bluetooth part of my deck and try the apps suggested and just pick the best that works for us. Thanks again guys for taking the time out to help. Much appreciated guys..
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Perseus71 said:
Yes 64GB is max I believe. Also do you have Stock Rom or Custom ?
Music Player wise, I am not much of a music person but a audio book person. But please try Viper 4 Android Best Music mod and player.
If you want Ipod like interface, try Aurora
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I installed it and it says the phone needs to be rooted? I have 0 clue what to do with that one!
And Aurora, is there anything else to that name? Cause it doesnt say anything about a music player? Just space things!
@1MoreMinute
Here's Aurora Link.
I wasn't aware Viper needed Root. Apologies. If you don't want to root then you can pass on Viper. I am sure there are other Mods like Mega Bass Beats or Dolby For Android.
Perseus71 said:
@1MoreMinute
Here's Aurora Link.
I wasn't aware Viper needed Root. Apologies. If you don't want to root then you can pass on Viper. I am sure there are other Mods like Mega Bass Beats or Dolby For Android.
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No worries, I would love to root it if I knew I wouldn't completely screw the phone up and if it will make the music sound better than whats stock in the phone! Seems like an awesome app, I was able to look around in the app just wouldn't take to the changes I made. I will look into those other ones.
I went out and bought the bluetooth module and will install it this Friday, than Sat were taking the boat out and ill try some of the music player apps I downloaded and see which one sounds best.
Question, to the one member that said the phone would sound better than an Ipod, is that with the phone rooted and that Viper app? Or can I make it sound better with my phone not being rooted?
Thanks again all and have a Happy Thanksgiving tomorrow.
1MoreMinute said:
Question, to the one member that said the phone would sound better than an Ipod, is that with the phone rooted and that Viper app? Or can I make it sound better with my phone not being rooted?
Thanks again all and have a Happy Thanksgiving tomorrow.
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Yeah it would be with the phone rooted, but you might want to give poweramp a try, it has the best equalizer I've tried without any mods and you don't need to be rooted to use it.. I also think it has a very easy way to add music to playlists, very much the same way play music does.. Happy Thanksgiving!
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serio22 said:
Yeah it would be with the phone rooted, but you might want to give poweramp a try, it has the best equalizer I've tried without any mods and you don't need to be rooted to use it.. I also think it has a very easy way to add music to playlists, very much the same way play music does.. Happy Thanksgiving!
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Thank you!
I actually looked for the Poweramp last night and totally forgot that I bought that app back in the day, so I have the unlocked version of it. So thats a bonus.
Let me ask, is rooting easy to you, or I should ask, if you never knew how to do it, and you are kind of tech friendly will it be easy for someone to do? Id like to learn it if its got some good things to it. Ive re formatted computers, drives etc, so Id like to think I know a little!
1MoreMinute said:
Thank you!
I actually looked for the Poweramp last night and totally forgot that I bought that app back in the day, so I have the unlocked version of it. So thats a bonus.
Let me ask, is rooting easy to you, or I should ask, if you never knew how to do it, and you are kind of tech friendly will it be easy for someone to do? Id like to learn it if its got some good things to it. Ive re formatted computers, drives etc, so Id like to think I know a little!
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I think you'll be ok rooting that's kind of where I came from.. S3 is probably one of the easiest devices to root.. If you want to try it, read up on the rooting threads that we have.. Read and reread everything because its easy to miss steps and bad things can happen when you do that.. what firmware are you currently on?
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serio22 said:
I think you'll be ok rooting that's kind of where I came from.. S3 is probably one of the easiest devices to root.. If you want to try it, read up on the rooting threads that we have.. Read and reread everything because its easy to miss steps and bad things can happen when you do that.. what firmware are you currently on?
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4.1.2 - I hope I got that question at least correct!!
Well, I did read some of the threads,
1- Not even sure if I was reading the correct ones, so many things that I don't understand.
2 - Now I'm really not sure if I should even try it!
3 - Saw a video "How to Root the Samsung Galaxy S III" by XDAdevelopers , boy does he make it sound like a piece of cake and to you guys I am sure it is! I even went into the video description and saw the DL links, I did the easy one which was the Odin one! Easy there! Than I went to the files that I needed and got stuck! Not sure if I should try this.
4 - Anyone in the Tampa Bay FL area willing to help?? Beers or whatever on me! lol.....
Anyways, thanks again everyone for the help, I will install the Bluetooth module in our boat this Friday and putz with the apps on my stock phone for now.
Happy Holidays everyone, stay safe and enjoy!
Haha well now that you got your custom recovery, you have to flash super user to gain root.. If you still want to root go to this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1538053 and go down to where it says "CWM / TWRP / MobileODIN installable ZIP" go to that link and download the zip from there.. After that go into recovery and flash that zip, reboot and you will be rooted
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serio22 said:
Haha well now that you got your custom recovery, you have to flash super user to gain root.. If you still want to root go to this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1538053 and go down to where it says "CWM / TWRP / MobileODIN installable ZIP" go to that link and download the zip from there.. After that go into recovery and flash that zip, reboot and you will be rooted
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Thanks, I did DL that link you mentioned in that thread.
Now, I have a bunch of apps that I DL from the market place, IE Handcent SMS, Tide apps, Quick Pic etc, will all my programs and everything else work when I root the phone? I know, probably some real newbie questions but I have to start somewhere!
Yes I do still want to root this phone to get the best possible sound quality I can. I spent too much money on this system on our boat to listen to something that produces crappy or not so great quality of sound. Not saying this phone is like that, because I don't think it sounds "THAT" bad at all through my car stereo using the 3.5mm jack. But if I can get better, I would really like that.
Just need to get the cahooooonies to start this! :good:
I did read that if you screw it up it will get bricked, either soft or hard bricked. And I did also see a video that reverses that, so I guess if I screw it up I can reverse it without voiding the warrenty. But I have to admit, I DON'T want to brick it because to undue that looks extremely HARD! haha
1MoreMinute said:
Thanks, I did DL that link you mentioned in that thread.
Now, I have a bunch of apps that I DL from the market place, IE Handcent SMS, Tide apps, Quick Pic etc, will all my programs and everything else work when I root the phone? I know, probably some real newbie questions but I have to start somewhere!
Yes I do still want to root this phone to get the best possible sound quality I can. I spent too much money on this system on our boat to listen to something that produces crappy or not so great quality of sound. Not saying this phone is like that, because I don't think it sounds "THAT" bad at all through my car stereo using the 3.5mm jack. But if I can get better, I would really like that.
Just need to get the cahooooonies to start this! :good:
I did read that if you screw it up it will get bricked, either soft or hard bricked. And I did also see a video that reverses that, so I guess if I screw it up I can reverse it without voiding the warrenty. But I have to admit, I DON'T want to brick it because to undue that looks extremely HARD! haha
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Yeah your apps will still work.. Just do as I told you and you'll be ok.. Good luck!
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serio22 said:
Yeah your apps will still work.. Just do as I told you and you'll be ok.. Good luck!
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I still havent done it!
We went out on the boat today and listened to my S3 via Bluetooth with my Fusion Deck. I cannot complain using the Poweramp and stock player. Sounded damn good actually.
My next question is, I am currently looking for a SD card for my S3, I want a 64 gig, but I am noticing that the 64s are called SDXC, will one of those work? I found out that mean extreme capacity (SDXC) instead of high capacity (SDHC)
Thanks!
1MoreMinute said:
I still havent done it!
We went out on the boat today and listened to my S3 via Bluetooth with my Fusion Deck. I cannot complain using the Poweramp and stock player. Sounded damn good actually.
My next question is, I am currently looking for a SD card for my S3, I want a 64 gig, but I am noticing that the 64s are called SDXC, will one of those work? I found out that mean extreme capacity (SDXC) instead of high capacity (SDHC)
Thanks!
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Yup it will work!!
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