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?
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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.
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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..
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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?
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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.
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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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Anyone know the spec difference between the dg h100 and the dg h200?
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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
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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...
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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.
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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.
There is enough hate in the world. Why can't we all get along here ...?
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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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).
Connectivity demo video [UDPATE: new vid, NOVA 3+PS3 controller+HDTV+"how to" guide]
Basically rather large medley showing many of the connection options available for the Galaxy S3, make sure to use the nav links in the video description to get around the vid:
Note: Since the video I also got NOVA 3 on my S3 and playing it via MHL on my HDTV with a PS3 controller over bluetooth (every bit as freaking sweet as it sounds). Anyone want a guide?
[UPDATE] Demo and guide for playing NOVA 3 wirelessly via a PS3 controller, much better experience (especially on an HDTV and with a home theatre system connected!). Until you've made videos where you control the game by viewing it through the viewfinder in your camera please refrain from being too critical about how badly I suck
Ya sure a guide would b much appreciated
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Basically rather large medley showing many of the connection options available for the Galaxy S3, make sure to use the nav links in the video description to get around the vid:
Note: Since the video I also got NOVA 3 on my S3 and playing it via MHL on my HDTV with a PS3 controller over bluetooth (every bit as freaking sweet as it sounds). Anyone want a guide?
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F#@K YEAH
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dude this is so awesome! haha so much stuff you can connect
aneeqkhan said:
Ya sure a guide would b much appreciated
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Alright, will rustle one up after I get part two of the review dusted.
Will cheaper 3rd party MHL cables be possible?
LLStarks said:
Will cheaper 3rd party MHL cables be possible?
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I'm sure they will arrive soon-ish.
thank you! now we only need tablet mode. looking forward to your demo of ps3 via bt and mhl
wow this is going to be fun playing with galaxy s3.
Did you have to get a whole new micro usb-hdmi for it to work on tv, mine dont work.
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Did you have to get a whole new micro usb-hdmi for it to work on tv, mine dont work.
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Yep, it's the one that is specific to the S3 (11 pin set-up, rather than 5 like the older ones - I have two of those so I'm annoyed about the change too).
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Yep, it's the one that is specific to the S3 (11 pin set-up, rather than 5 like the older ones - I have two of those so I'm annoyed about the change too).
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Ahh, that's a bit annoying. Thanks for the information though.
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Do you know if you can use a 2.4ghz wireless air fly mouse/keyboard combo while the phone is hooked up to HDTV through mhl? If so, what would I need besides the mhl adapter? USB hub?
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Just tried an unpowered 4 port USB hub with a 32gb flash drive connected and the phone crashed and rebooted.
Excellent video mate, is the S3 your main phone these days? I'm sure I remember you doing a similar review on the Galaxy Note, that's what I have although I did get an S3 for the missus and it is tempting, but I'm holding out for the Note 2.
By the way, can you point me in the direction of a relatively cheap bluetooth keyboard and mouse that will work with my Note, but a set that doesn't come with a usb dongle since I want to use the micro usb port on the phone to connect it via MHL to my TV. If that makes sense.
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Excellent video mate, is the S3 your main phone these days? I'm sure I remember you doing a similar review on the Galaxy Note, that's what I have although I did get an S3 for the missus and it is tempting, but I'm holding out for the Note 2.
By the way, can you point me in the direction of a relatively cheap bluetooth keyboard and mouse that will work with my Note, but a set that doesn't come with a usb dongle since I want to use the micro usb port on the phone to connect it via MHL to my TV. If that makes sense.
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Yep, S3 is my daily (still love my Note though). Will get the Note 2 for sure and totally respect holding out for it.
Understand what you're saying about the keyboard thing and MHL, will take a look and find some suitable ones for you.
Wow, now that is impressive. I can't believe how much you can do with the S3, simply amazing. The S3 kicks all other "smart" phones back to the dark ages . Another vote for a numptys guide please, first time smart/droid phone user here. Or I will be if my phone ever turns up
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Found one.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA07R0AJ5614
$10
LLStarks said:
Found one.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA07R0AJ5614
$10
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Awesome. $10 sure beats $40 for the official adapter. Just need some compatibility confirmation reviews before pulling the trigger.
Is there anyone out there with a USB DAC who can verify the S3 can actually output digital audio via USB?
This is a long time wish for audiophiles, who will all be getting an S3 if this functionality works.
In case anyone is intersted had it confirmed the item will be in stock at MobileFun on Friday!
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/samsung-...y-allshare-cast-hub-ead-t10udegxeu-p35120.htm
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In case anyone is intersted had it confirmed the item will be in stock at MobileFun on Friday!
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/samsung-...y-allshare-cast-hub-ead-t10udegxeu-p35120.htm
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Does this not need an external PSU?
TAY said:
Does this not need an external PSU?
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Yes its microUSB.
Thanks for the reply!
About Effing time Samsung gets this released. And I'm guessing it's gonna be another 3 months before they release the wireless charger, Dock/Cable to simultaneously use MHL and other OTG and the UK release of the MHL adapter tip, I mean massive Firmware delays is typical and expected from Samsung but just don't get why they delaying accessories.
I've been reading that it doesn't generate 1080p even though it says it does...it only outputs in 720p...I heard its very laggy at times...and people were quite disappointed with it...sorry to rain on your parade...
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Demonstration
Works in 1080p
Its works in Full HD contrary to reports on here. It does have a noticable delay of about 1 second so not sure if it will be useful for gaming, but for internet browing, movie watching or productivity use it could be ideal.
I didn't order from mobilefun because I found a much cheaper price than them.
Just ordered mine last night from handtec.co.uk so hopefully see what it's all about tomorrow.
Not sure whether a UK dongle will work with the US TV system. Otherwise, I will order one from UK.
Can anybody confirm if this is the real deal??
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-EAD-T...1&sr=8-1&keywords=galaxy+s3+wi-fi+display+hub
Its only $89.99 and since i have prime i get free shipping. Not sure what it means when it says "Usually ships within 1 to 3 months"
Can anyone tell me if this will work with cm10
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To clarify for others. The dongle does need a power supply. It comes with one. It also includes an HDMI cable. You can have mutliple dongles on TVs around the house and the phone lets you choose which one you connect to. However, at this time, you cannot label the dongles with a nice name like "Living Room" and have to use the pre-determined name with numbers instead.
There is some lag depending on the quality of the connection with the phone. You would not want to play FPS with this. I would say the lag was around 100-150ms. Fast panning/moving can result in some visible compression artifacts. Its behaviour seems identical to the HTC Media Link technology. One does not appear better than the other here.
The dongle DOES support 1080p, but the S3 does NOT. This means you will not see anything above 720p. The dongle acts as a mirror of the 720 line phone display EXCEPT when you are playing a video. For video, the phone displays a very dim "Allshare" logo on a black background. You can bring up a video slider to rewind/fast-forward etc but the video itself is only displayed on the TV. Despite having the separate video feed, it is still locked to 720. HTC originally had the idea that you could surf on the phone, check emails while playing a video, but this never actually worked. Samsung haven't even tried to do this...pressing the home button cuts the video feed and returns to mirroring.
My concern is if you play a 90 minute movie like this, will there be screen burn due to the permanent but very dim "Allshare" logo displayed on the screen. There is no way to switch this display off when playing a video. Perhaps because its so dim it doesn't matter, but it seems odd to me.
Really need some help here please, i do not have a allshare cast app in my app drawer, only something called allshare play which just force closes saying application not executed properly. Im running jellybean and not ics. Could somebody help me please. Thanks.
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Really need some help here please, i do not have a allshare cast app in my app drawer, only something called allshare play which just force closes saying application not executed properly. Im running jellybean and not ics. Could somebody help me please. Thanks.
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Me thinks you need to read the instructions more carefully! There is NO app
It is in the Settings -> more settings -> AllShare Cast
lol sorry, yeh i found out at the end, i always rush into things without properly checking things out, cheers.
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lol sorry, yeh i found out at the end, i always rush into things without properly checking things out, cheers.
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No problem. Enjoy, but I would be interested in hearing your opinion about it
before rushing to buy this - most firmwares haven't enabled allshare cast yet !!
allshare Cast Hub
Did someone knew how to connected PC via WiFi with this module?
You could get two 'android on stick' mini usb computers for that price and they'd do essentially the same thing. Seems like a bit of a rip-off to me
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Can anyone tell me if this will work with cm10
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After watching more videos, it appears that it will only work with TW bsed Roms with the Allshare Cast installed.
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rlatjs17 said:
Can anybody confirm if this is the real deal??
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-EAD-T...1&sr=8-1&keywords=galaxy+s3+wi-fi+display+hub
Its only $89.99 and since i have prime i get free shipping. Not sure what it means when it says "Usually ships within 1 to 3 months"
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I'd also like to know. I have Prime too :highfive:
Anyone?
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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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?
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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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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
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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
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Thats because they are shipping direct from China....
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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!
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/rocketfish-miracast-video-receiver/7511057.p#tab=overview
On sale at Best Buy, good deal I think.
Anyone know if it works with our device?
i.Design said:
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/rocketfish-miracast-video-receiver/7511057.p#tab=overview
On sale at Best Buy, good deal I think.
Anyone know if it works with our device?
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I'd really be interested. I also have a Nexus 7. I might get it just to use with that.
Works on both I own it. Its a good receiver because it does 2.4ghz and 5ghz
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Just a heads up. It dropped down to $19.99 today, so I caved in...
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xaudiblex said:
Just a heads up. It dropped down to $19.99 today, so I caved in...
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I am confused, how is this different from chromecast? Can it stream non google content from the phone to the TV? What about browser content?
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I am confused, how is this different from chromecast? Can it stream non google content from the phone to the TV? What about browser content?
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Miracast actually mirrors what is on your phone/tablet screen; of course your device has to have official Miracast hardware support. (think of it as wireless hdmi with a slight lag). With Chromecast, you have to use an approved app on your tablet/pc/phone, and those apps essentially send a special secured link to your Chromecast device, Chromecast pulls the link, and Chromecast processes it & displays it on your TV. Or, you can mirror a chrome tab from your pc/mac; this only works with some (not all) websites.
I almost jumped on this at $30, now its $20? Can anyone that actually has it confirm that it works ok with the Moto x? The reviews are less than stellar, but I'm really interested in getting one. Just trying to decide whether to spend more money on one with better reviews. I would be using it for watching tv/movies from my device. The main issue I'm worried about is audio sync, absolutely annoying during a movie. A little stuttering is fine, but out of sync for 2hrs would be unbearable.
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Miracast actually mirrors what is on your phone/tablet screen; of course your device has to have official Miracast hardware support. (think of it as wireless hdmi with a slight lag). With Chromecast, you have to use an approved app on your tablet/pc/phone, and those apps essentially send a special secured link to your Chromecast device, Chromecast pulls the link, and Chromecast processes it & displays it on your TV. Or, you can mirror a chrome tab from your pc/mac; this only works with some (not all) websites.
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Got it! So with this device plugged into my TV can I pair a Moto X and that should display whatever is displayed on the phone on the TV also?
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Got it! So with this device plugged into my TV can I pair a Moto X and that should display whatever is displayed on the phone on the TV also?
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Yes. How good it works, I'm not entirely sure as this will be my first Miracast device.
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I almost jumped on this at $30, now its $20? Can anyone that actually has it confirm that it works ok with the Moto x? The reviews are less than stellar, but I'm really interested in getting one. Just trying to decide whether to spend more money on one with better reviews. I would be using it for watching tv/movies from my device. The main issue I'm worried about is audio sync, absolutely annoying during a movie. A little stuttering is fine, but out of sync for 2hrs would be unbearable.
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I figured that the worst case scenario, I can always return it to Best Buy. I almost bit at $29.99. One of the few times I am glad I waited.
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