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do you think guys that these keyboards will work on the vibrant? I'm planning to get one.
http://www.lightinthebox.com/Genuin...yboard_p120049.html?utm_campaign=webgains_usa
http://www.touchqwerty.com/htc-evo-4g-external-keyboard-freedom-pro-bluetooth-keyboard.htm
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iynfynity said:
do you think guys that these keyboards will work on the vibrant? I'm planning to get one.
http://www.lightinthebox.com/Genuin...yboard_p120049.html?utm_campaign=webgains_usa
http://www.touchqwerty.com/htc-evo-4g-external-keyboard-freedom-pro-bluetooth-keyboard.htm
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so you would want to carry a phone and a keyboard???? not me thanks.

adinis78 said:
so you would want to carry a phone and a keyboard???? not me thanks.
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am i asking you to do it?

Ive been eyeing that mini one for a while now. I think TV out + emulators would prove to be pretty awesome. The only thing thats keeping me from getting it is that I havent seen any evidence of being able to map hardware keys (menu, home, back, search, or trackball/arrow) to it.
EDIT: Actually we are probably going to have to wait until Froyo is released before something like this will work. JI6 doesnt support Bluetooth HID's, so bluetooth keyboards and Wiimotes are no go. Though snooping around on youtube, this thing has more potential than I thought. The most in-depth video showed a guy using the special function keys (volume up, down, mute, media keys and the like) they all worked as expected, so Im hoping the same experience can be achieved on android. If not, Ill probably end up getting it for my HTPC anyways.

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Ive been eyeing that mini one for a while now. I think TV out + emulators would prove to be pretty awesome. The only thing thats keeping me from getting it is that I havent seen any evidence of being able to map hardware keys (menu, home, back, search, or trackball/arrow) to it.
EDIT: Actually we are probably going to have to wait until Froyo is released before something like this will work. JI6 doesnt support Bluetooth HID's, so bluetooth keyboards and Wiimotes are no go. Though snooping around on youtube, this thing has more potential than I thought. The most in-depth video showed a guy using the special function keys (volume up, down, mute, media keys and the like) they all worked as expected, so Im hoping the same experience can be achieved on android. If not, Ill probably end up getting it for my HTPC anyways.
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i really hope that after froyo comes to us, the bluetooth will be in it's full potential. i really want that keyboard and also the wii controller to work.

We may not have to wait...
http://www.teksoftco.com/index.php?section=blueinputandroid&tab=info#lnk8
B) Android OS Compatibility
Blueinput was designed to run on Android OS 1.5 and above.
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And full support for hardware buttons. You can even designate a camera button!
EDIT: Right now that app is sitting at two stars in the market, mainly because it isnt working on Evo's or Galaxy S phones... Oh well...

I definitely wouldn't want to "carry this around," but it would be amazing for emulators and other games.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLAZjvQIODQ
This guy has his attached to his HD2. Also, the Vibrant is just about the same size as the HD2, so this makes for a good size comparison. I kinda wouldnt mind having that hinge thingy, and long as I could add it to my black gel case, and have it fold back instead of over the screen.

thegreatcity said:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLAZjvQIODQ
This guy has his attached to his HD2. Also, the Vibrant is just about the same size as the HD2, so this makes for a good size comparison. I kinda wouldnt mind having that hinge thingy, and long as I could add it to my black gel case, and have it fold back instead of over the screen.
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wow! i hope that would work on vibrant.

Once this 2.2 that our developers are getting tonight is in our hands then all of these things will work.
** EDIT- we are going to have to wait longer to get it going on our phones..
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My opinion? If you want a physical keyboard, sell your Vibrant and get a G2.

Why? With the 2.2 update they should work... I'm just not at home so I can't test atm.
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Wasn't the wiimote not working because we have bluetooth 3.0. So what does froyo have to do with it?

ntellegence said:
Wasn't the wiimote not working because we have bluetooth 3.0. So what does froyo have to do with it?
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I believe the problem before was that it didn't have the Bluetooth HID drivers. I think those are supposed to have been added in.

Well weve got perfectly working Froyo roms now. Anyone here have a Wiimote they could try pairing?

I am running bionix_obsidian v2 froyo build. I also have a wii remote and can confirm it does not work!!. it will reconise the wii and will try to pair but asks for a pin. to my understanding the wii remote does not use a typical pin to pair.

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I am running bionix_obsidian v2 froyo build. I also have a wii remote and can confirm it does not work!!. it will reconise the wii and will try to pair but asks for a pin. to my understanding the wii remote does not use a typical pin to pair.
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Have you tried 0000 or 1234? Those seem to be common ones that work on most things like that.
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yes I did to no avail. people that are using it for pc games can get around the pin but not on android.

goo.gl/760nG
I'm currently using this one, and works fine with bionix Obsidian
When pairing, Vibrant asks to input one time PIN from keyboard. I just typed what it said then all fine.

Awesome!
Would you mind testing out some of the function keys, like volume and media buttons?
And also any way to use Menu Home Back and Search with this?

[HELP NEEDED] N64 to USB for Emulator FUN! [ACCESSORY REVIEW]

I ran into this while browsing Amazon. I've always loved the N64 controller layout and I found this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002B9FIUU
It's a N64 to USB adapter that I hope we can get to work with Emulators. I've tested the N64 controller in the N64oid app and I can't get it to work. I mapped the keys within the app and it does recognize the key presses when mapping. When the game starts the START button doesn't seem to to work.
The controller however does work when I'm on the home screen. I can move back and forth between screens and with the Analog stick.
I'm wondering if I can somehow pull the WiiMote controller app and recode it to work with the N64oid. I'm looking for suggestions on what we can do to get this to work. No documentation came with this accessory and there is a switch on it which I'm assuming switches from N64 to PS2 controller. I've only tested this in N64oid but I will try in the other emulators and see if it works. I contacted the dev of WiiMoteController to see if he'd be willing to make an app for N64.
Here are some shots of the accessory in question:

Thats cool i always wanted the snes adapter but n64 blows it away
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Most definitely. I just want some input before I pull the trigger. I would be playing N64oid the most if not primarily and I need my Super Smash Brothers fix.

gqstatus0685 said:
I ran into this while browsing Amazon. I've always loved the N64 controller layout and I found this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002B9FIUU
It's a N64 to USB adapter. I ordered 2 OTG cables and I believe that it'll work but I hope someone can confirm. I have a ton of these lying around my house and I'm dying to use it. I'm pretty sure I have an old OTG at home so I'm going to turn my house upside down today to look for it.
It's priced reasonably. Feel free to chime in. I hope this is a great find.
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I would think any controller should work as long as it had the proper controller layout file in android. The PS3 and Xbox controllers have specific layout files so I would think one would be needed for a N64 controller.

I have a similar adapter for Playstation 2 Controller to USB and it only emulates mouse movements (left joystick) other buttons are not recognized. Proceed with caution.

I think I will buy it and be a guinea pig. Worst case scenario I'll just sell it to my friend who games with emulators on his laptop.

gqstatus0685 said:
I think I will buy it and be a guinea pig. Worst case scenario I'll just sell it to my friend who games with emulators on his laptop.
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Did you try it out?

I ordered through Amazon and it took forever so I cancelled. I had better luck on eBay with the items coming from China.

I found one on eBay and ordered it today. Here's the one I got:
http://cgi.ebay.com/PS2-N64-CONTROL...Accessories&hash=item3368e62969#ht_1351wt_648
It's shipping from the U.S according to the eBay listing so hopefully I'll get it early next week. I will test this as soon as I get it and let you guys know. This would be the ultimate controller for N64oid (obviously).
I'll fill you guys in when I get it.

I'd be interested to know if it works - had trouble mapping up all the keys on a ps3 pad
e.g. the c buttons along with z/l/r/u/d/l/r/a/b

Lothaen said:
I'd be interested to know if it works - had trouble mapping up all the keys on a ps3 pad
e.g. the c buttons along with z/l/r/u/d/l/r/a/b
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Yeah it wasn't that expensive but I hope it works. I will try this as soon as I get it. If it doesn't work I would imagine someone can make an app that can map the keys for the N64 controller like the WiiMoteController app.

Lothaen said:
I'd be interested to know if it works - had trouble mapping up all the keys on a ps3 pad
e.g. the c buttons along with z/l/r/u/d/l/r/a/b
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Same here... is there any guide to fixing this, or remapping?
Or is it because of the controller?

aronslusa said:
Same here... is there any guide to fixing this, or remapping?
Or is it because of the controller?
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I would imagine you can by making an app.
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Update: I just got the accessory in the mail Friday. I will test it today and post results later today or tomorrow.
GF wants to see stupid fireworks and I may be forced to go.

Just found this thread after wondering this same question - I like how Nesoid and Snes EX run with the Wii Classic Controller but n64oid just doesn't feel the same without the N64 controller.
Any updates on this? Eager to know.
Thanks!

click the check box that says active alternate input method or something.

I tried that and nothing.
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using gamepad to type like psp/ps3 dev needed

is it possible to type using gamepad. as my touch digitizer is broken i was thinking it will be great if there is a way to use gamepad to type like that in psp or ps3 controller. thanks. hope dev will have a look.

This has been suggested before but I don't know what became of it.
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as there is already third party apps which use trackpad then i think it is not that hard to implement. the only difficult think is to design the way we can use the trackpad and joystick as a keyboard in most useful ui

Exactly my issue now
badboybiky said:
is it possible to type using gamepad. as my touch digitizer is broken i was thinking it will be great if there is a way to use gamepad to type like that in psp or ps3 controller. thanks. hope dev will have a look.
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Wow this is soo long ago... I hope you respond. Does anyone know if this was ever done? And if so where I can find the mods? :fingers-crossed:

xBound HDMI

Any word on when/if this is to be released?
Also how is this implemented? Would using this give us a hit on performance?

didnt you watch the video lol? its very well explained

Could you please post the link for the video.

Its in the original post about this and youtube search it up
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I really don't understand how there are so few comments on this thread...
I believe that this device is what xperia play owners are waiting for....
For me, one handicap of the xperia play is the lack of hdmi connection... With this, my xperia play becomes complete and gain two more years of lifetime.
How is the state of art of this xbounds?
Is there any release date?
It's going to be sold to general public?
Where to find it?
I want to spend my money now...
My xperia play would be gratefull...

seems like a gadget for the extremely lazy
and how long before u lose one of them?

Why would you lose it lol and for the extremely lazy!? What are you even talking about the best thing about the xbound is no cords and no lag I can not washout till is available
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I really don't understand your point.
First, put one thing in your mind... Things are not to lose. Specially those you buy. If you are lazy enought, and if you try you can lose everything, like your xperia play.
Second, are we talking about the same thing? The gadget is not for extremely lazy. The gadget is for those who turn their xperia play to a pocket multimedia center.
I carry my xperia play to every where, to play games, listen music, see movies, navigate on web...
Wouldn't be wonderful to be on vacantions and connect xperia play to the hotel tv and see a movie that you kept on the xperia play?!
I think yes.

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I really don't understand your point.
First, put one thing in your mind... Things are not to lose. Specially those you buy. If you are lazy enought, and if you try you can lose everything, like your xperia play.
Second, are we talking about the same thing? The gadget is not for extremely lazy. The gadget is for those who turn their xperia play to a pocket multimedia center.
I carry my xperia play to every where, to play games, listen music, see movies, navigate on web...
Wouldn't be wonderful to be on vacantions and connect xperia play to the hotel tv and see a movie that you kept on the xperia play?!
I think yes.
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haha oops i got directed to the xbound which is like dog tags, that u put ur xperia play by and it just changes the settings, and u can have several of these dog tags eg one for work which turns up the sound, one for home that turns on wifi etc,and one by ur bed which turns the alarm on and puts phone in silent mode etc etc
sorry lol

Still those can be very useful if your a runner or a snowboarder or basically any sport because if you can keep it in ure pocket and just use those tags then you lower the chamce of breaking a very expensive phone those tags dont work on the play as far as I know but when they come out they better come in a pack of 10 for under 40 bucks or its a waste of money
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If there was a perfect product to hook up a play to a tv i would be excited.
I wont get excited till i have one though. Too much vaporware around these days

psxpetey said:
Still those can be very useful if your a runner or a snowboarder or basically any sport because if you can keep it in ure pocket and just use those tags then you lower the chamce of breaking a very expensive phone those tags dont work on the play as far as I know but when they come out they better come in a pack of 10 for under 40 bucks or its a waste of money
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If they're NFC tags (which they most likely are) then they won't work with our Play

I think they are to
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Hi All,
I receveid this information from Dreamchip, company responsible for the development of XBounds.
It seems that the dream of connecting XPeria Play to TV could be near...
"
Dear Joao,
sorry for the slow reply. xBounds is not available for end-users yet, as it is not
an app that can easily be installed on the phone.
We are talking to numerous cell phone makers and are confident that xBounds will
become available by Q3 this year.
We will let you know as soon the technology is available
Regards"

They require NFC, which the PLAY does not have. It's hardware and cannot be implemented.
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Why would it require nfc isnt it a wifi connect
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psxpetey said:
Why would it require nfc isnt it a wifi connect
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Not even close. Try putting a Wi-Fi router in a coin size shell.

The xBound hdmi does not use NFC why would it. I think people are getting 2 different products confused.
From the sound of their reply though I don't think we will see the hdmi accessory on the Xplay .

finty said:
The xBound hdmi does not use NFC why would it. I think people are getting 2 different products confused.
From the sound of their reply though I don't think we will see the hdmi accessory on the Xplay .
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Yup, looks like standard Wifi: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DDcdnhoQ1JI

Not sure why anyone thought this was nfc people need to read the article or watch thw video instead of just assuming stuff
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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.
Desde mi Ville corriendo CM10 Mentiras de la noche

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 !!

mscion said:
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.