Has anyone yet found a cheap MHL to HDMI adapter that's confirmed to work with the Galaxy S3?
The official Samsung adapter is still $40(!) and who knows if THAT will be pin incompatible in the future too (MHL is supposed to be standard).
How about the $13-14 ones from Amazon that is supposedly Samsung branded? I have the one that came with the Infuse but I haven't tested it out yet.
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-MHL-H...F8&qid=1340683252&sr=8-1&keywords=samsung+mhl
That will not work, S III requires a 'special' adapter, the older ones, such as for the S II, will not work.
Yea i bought the cheap Menotek mhl adapter ($13 shipped) from Amazon about a week or so before i got the s3....
I found out later that the s3 has a different pin out so yea, no dice on the Menotek. :thumbdown:
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Has anyone tried these? $14 and they claim to be for the s3!
amazon.com/Adapter-Micro-Samsung-i9300-Galaxy/dp/B008AMY5GA/ref=sr_1_2?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1340689535&sr=1-2&keywords=handhelditems+galaxy+s3+mhl
amazon.com/Samsung-Galaxy-Package-include-HandHelditems/dp/B008AMYB28/ref=sr_1_3?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1340689535&sr=1-3&keywords=handhelditems+galaxy+s3+mhl
amazon.com/Adapter-Micro-Samsung-i9300-Galaxy/dp/B008AMYA7E/ref=sr_1_4?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1340689535&sr=1-4&keywords=handhelditems+galaxy+s3+mhl
I'm wondering if it wouldn't be cheaper to buy the old 5pin mhl adapter and get the new adapter to make it work. I know it sounds funny to get an adapter for your adapter but I have seen the old mhl for as low as $10 (generic) and the new connector for not much more than that. Were as the new Samsung cord cost $40. I haven't seen any (generic) ones yet.
With this being said I wonder if there would be any limitations to doing this. Can anyone confirm?
I also looked at the links (Tokcin) and I think those are for older 5pin phones. In fact one of the reviews said it didn't work for the s3 not to buy it.
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I just ordered one from monoprice and will get the 5 to 11 pin adapter when available.
I read recently that the 11 pin interface allows for MHL and USB Host at the same time, which I don't care about, so see no need for the $40 11 pin MHL adapter. Still not sure how that is even supposed to work without another adapter anyway to split the MHL and USB Host functionality.
zmore said:
Has anyone yet found a cheap MHL to HDMI adapter that's confirmed to work with the Galaxy S3?
The official Samsung adapter is still $40(!) and who knows if THAT will be pin incompatible in the future too (MHL is supposed to be standard).
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http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/EPL-FU10BEGSTA
its a samsung 5pin to 11pin adaptor, 9.99 from them direct.
xtrezpasor said:
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/EPL-FU10BEGSTA
its a samsung 5pin to 11pin adaptor, 9.99 from them direct.
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I've got an old one for the Samsung Captivate. Does anyone know it this adapter will allow it to work with the S3?
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I've got an old one for the Samsung Captivate. Does anyone know it this adapter will allow it to work with the S3?
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It will not work as is. You either need to buy the adapter to make it work(costs $10) or buy the new cord for the s3($40). The only down fall to buying the adapter instead of the new cord is no one knows if there is going to be a limitation to it. The new cord uses the 7 pin layout instead of the 5 pin layout. The new 7 pin layout is said to be able to do simultaneous mhl and otg. I am not sure if the adapter will let you do that. As far as I know there are no cords out to allow the simultaneous mhl and otg right now any way. I would just buy the adapter.
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RTBee said:
I've got an old one for the Samsung Captivate. Does anyone know it this adapter will allow it to work with the S3?
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The Captivate doesn't have MHL, it used the headphone jack.
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its a samsung 5pin to 11pin adaptor, 9.99 from them direct.[/QUOTE]
So as I understand correctly, I can use this with my existing adapter (MHL) which I bought for galaxy s2.
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its a samsung 5pin to 11pin adaptor, 9.99 from them direct.
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So as I understand correctly, I can use this with my existing adapter (MHL) which I bought for galaxy s2.[/QUOTE]
Yes, you should.
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I'm really hoping someone comes out with an MHL+OTG cable, would make things very fun and exciting. I may have to pull the trigger as it is on the new MHL cable just to play with in the meantime, wish it wasn't so expensive.
geargamer said:
I'm wondering if it wouldn't be cheaper to buy the old 5pin mhl adapter and get the new adapter to make it work. I know it sounds funny to get an adapter for your adapter but I have seen the old mhl for as low as $10 (generic) and the new connector for not much more than that. Were as the new Samsung cord cost $40. I haven't seen any (generic) ones yet.
With this being said I wonder if there would be any limitations to doing this. Can anyone confirm?
I also looked at the links (Tokcin) and I think those are for older 5pin phones. In fact one of the reviews said it didn't work for the s3 not to buy it.
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I tried two different generic ones I had, and neither worked. Expansys has them for $30 free shipping on their site though. I also posted a thread letting ppl know I did get it working on a 720p display I used it on, with no problems. Im actually glad I spent the money, because its a much more secure fit then the generic ones vIve always used, it locks in place kind of. I just hope Samsung uses the same one for their new devices from here out!
punzada said:
I'm really hoping someone comes out with an MHL+OTG cable, would make things very fun and exciting. I may have to pull the trigger as it is on the new MHL cable just to play with in the meantime, wish it wasn't so expensive.
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This would be "TAKE ALL MY MONEY" tier right here. MAKE IT HAPPEN, CHINESE KNOCK-OFF COMPANIES.
punzada said:
I'm really hoping someone comes out with an MHL+OTG cable, would make things very fun and exciting. I may have to pull the trigger as it is on the new MHL cable just to play with in the meantime, wish it wasn't so expensive.
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How do you plan to use both at the same time? I was thinking about this myself but I can't see myself using them at the same time.
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androholic said:
I tried two different generic ones I had, and neither worked. Expansys has them for $30 free shipping on their site though. I also posted a thread letting ppl know I did get it working on a 720p display I used it on, with no problems. Im actually glad I spent the money, because its a much more secure fit then the generic ones vIve always used, it locks in place kind of. I just hope Samsung uses the same one for their new devices from here out!
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Can you give us a link to the one you got and knows working? My 1080p tv just crapped out and I have to use my 720p/1080I tv now. I have been waiting on a cheaper solution to Samsung's $40 cable because I plan on buying the WiFi dongle went it comes out. By the way from what I understand Samsung's cable won't work with anything other than 1080p. So if your tv doesn't support 1080p it won't work. Thanks in advance.
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geargamer said:
How do you plan to use both at the same time? I was thinking about this myself but I can't see myself using them at the same time.
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External hard drive with movies mounted over OTG while outputting it to a large HDTV @ 1080p gloriousness would be a start. with a cable like that you basically have a docking station in a cable, very interesting stuff.
punzada said:
External hard drive with movies mounted over OTG while outputting it to a large HDTV @ 1080p gloriousness would be a start. with a cable like that you basically have a docking station in a cable, very interesting stuff.
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I was thinking I would do that through the media server on my computer but I do like the idea of the docking station.
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Now for all you Nitro HD users who didn't know that it is possible to stream video through the Micro USB port, well yes you can That port is actually a MHL port (Mobile High-def Link), which combines both Micro USB and HDMI features together, and all you need is a MHL adapter to connect your phone to your HDTV and stream movies while having your phone charged.
Now my question goes to those who know about these things. Any idea which MHL adapter is compatible with this phone, or can we use any adapter from any maker? And also, has anybody tried using the MHL capability on this phone?
Well, one would think it wouldn't be proprietary based on the fact that all MHL enabled phones use this as a standard now. I have used a MHL cable from an HTC Raider on a Galaxy S II and it worked just fine.
Does anyone else hear a slight grinding/grainy noise when you plug in the Micro USB? It always makes me feel like I'm breaking it.
any mhl adapter should work.
i use the mhl adapter from samsung infuse and it works! but remember to plug in power for it to works.
netnerd said:
any mhl adapter should work.
i use the mhl adapter from samsung infuse and it works! but remember to plug in power for it to works.
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plug in power? what do you mean? I thought the whole idea behind mhl is that your phone will get charged via hdmi while streaming through it.
aquariuz23 said:
plug in power? what do you mean? I thought the whole idea behind mhl is that your phone will get charged via hdmi while streaming through it.
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I think if the tv supports mhl mode then you don't need to plug in power.
If tv just has hdmi port then you need to plug in power.
The mhl adapter has microusb port for power input.
netnerd said:
I think if the tv supports mhl mode then you don't need to plug in power.
If tv just has hdmi port then you need to plug in power.
The mhl adapter has microusb port for power input.
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hmmm...interesting. thnx for the heads up
Picked one up myself... streamed a 720p video beautifully.
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i just tested the mhl adapter (from samsung infuse) and stream porno on 42" hdtv, i cant believe i can see so much details clearly! haha
netnerd said:
i just tested the mhl adapter (from samsung infuse) and stream porno on 42" hdtv, i cant believe i can see so much details clearly! haha
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Wow really. LOL. That great.
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akfritz said:
Picked one up myself... streamed a 720p video beautifully.
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Which one and where?
Mine should be arriving on Thursday - just grabbed one of the many off amazon...
So my bro got me an Accell MHL adapter for Christmas and I'm finding it doesn't work with my phone. It doesn't even provide a charge. I'm thinking its physical dimensions are such that the connector into the phone doesn't go in far enough (kinda LG's fault for making the port recessed, kinda their fault for making the connector so damn fat). So, if you guys find one that works for cheap, do you think you could hit us with a link?
TL/DR, Accell's doesn't work, please post ones that do
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Malnilion said:
So my bro got me an Accell MHL adapter for Christmas and I'm finding it doesn't work with my phone. It doesn't even provide a charge. I'm thinking its physical dimensions are such that the connector into the phone doesn't go in far enough (kinda LG's fault for making the port recessed, kinda their fault for making the connector so damn fat). So, if you guys find one that works for cheap, do you think you could hit us with a link?
TL/DR, Accell's doesn't work, please post ones that do
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it needs power for mhl to works. did you try to reboot the phone after you plug in mhl and power input for mhl? i tried on samsung infuse mhl adapter and it works!
Yeah, I provided power and performed every possible sequence of hooking it all up that I could think of and also rebooted several times. I really think it's the form factor of the Accell connector combined with our slightly recessed port that causes it to not go in far enough. I just need someone to give me a suggestion of a brand to buy that they know firsthand works well with our P930.
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See item B0068UML3A at Amazon.com. I received mine today and it works like a charm--and it costs only $8.99.
JGLChilly1 said:
See item B0068UML3A at Amazon.com. I received mine today and it works like a charm--and it costs only $8.99.
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It looks like that item is no longer available. I'm ordering B005NTHXYY, it's $9.19 and Prime eligible.
I can confirm that the MHL adapter that came packaged with the Samsung Infuse works great with the Nitro.
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I wonder if my mhl for gs2 can work with nitro hd
What if tv doesnt support mhl but has hdmi...i can still use it right? But my phone will be discharging the whole time...
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I know you can buy the mhl adaptor but i recently purchased a generic adaptor and it has been losing signal several times, i heard it's a common issue for generics. So i want to see if a micro hdmi cable will work, and if doesnt work, can anyone recommend me some good mhl adaptor that's pretty cheap
Different port.size for micro HDMI
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Different port.size for micro HDMI
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There's different ports of micro hdmi?
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Micro HDMI is just a tiny HDMI snapped the same pretty much needs an actual port. Mhl is the only way it works for yhe sgs2
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I know there's two hdmi cables for phones, there's a micro hdmi and a mini hdmi but since the s2 uses a micro usb port, then the micro hdmi should work right?
Well, I just received my micro hdmi for my SGSII and it is not working. I connected it to my TV and laptop and it is a fail. Tried to go the cheaper route but am gonna end up spending more in the long run because now I have a micro hdmi that is useless to me
Thats the one I was thinking of the mini I have one and it doesn't fit haha it Wade for my g2x
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i purchased (at least it seems to be) a legit samsung branded mhl adapter on ebay for about $11 and it has been working perfectly well for more than a few months now.. it looks like this:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/h187-MHL-HD...874955?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3f111a490b
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i purchased (at least it seems to be) a legit samsung branded mhl adapter on ebay for about $11 and it has been working perfectly well for more than a few months now.. it looks like this:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/h187-MHL-HD...874955?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3f111a490b
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You can only use the MHL adapter for HDMI output, Micro HDMI is a totally different port and everything.
completely unrelated but i was wondering why when using MHL on our phones, surround sound does not work. im guessing its hdmi 1 format?
I read a few comments regarding some mhl adaptors. Some say plug the power source first then the tv then the phone. And others say you may need to change the HDMI cable. Just try different combinations and try a different tv.
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thanks i will try that. it cant be the hdmi cable, because its the same one i use for xbox and i get surround sound from there.
King_Paladin said:
i purchased (at least it seems to be) a legit samsung branded mhl adapter on ebay for about $11 and it has been working perfectly well for more than a few months now.. it looks like this:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/h187-MHL-HD...874955?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3f111a490b
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If that auction expires you can also get the cable at monoprice.com. They have then cheap there too.
I noticed a lot of people are looking for a HDMI adapter but is boycotting Samsung's $40 adapter . I don't need an MHL adapter but for those looking for a cheaper alternative.
http://www.galaxys3-forum.com/minisuit-galaxy-s3-mhl-hdmi-adapter/
nerdsisme said:
I noticed a lot of people are looking for a HDMI adapter but is boycotting Samsung's $40 adapter . I don't need an MHL adapter but for those looking for a cheaper alternative.
http://www.galaxys3-forum.com/minisuit-galaxy-s3-mhl-hdmi-adapter/
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i want a cheap wireless one if you find any? i think that htc one runs also for s3:
http://www.amazon.de/HTC-H200-Wirel...HH70/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1342512147&sr=8-1
but 65 € is pretty much for using just for a few times...
Wow never heard of a wireless one before. I think that is a little over kill for me. I will stick to the wire one for now if anything. Thanks though.
no Chinese cheaper adapter yet??
I don't want to pay more than $10-12 for this
rotman253 said:
no Chinese cheaper adapter yet??
I don't want to pay more than $10-12 for this
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Not for a while I think, I've been searching a couple of weeks.
rotman253 said:
no Chinese cheaper adapter yet??
I don't want to pay more than $10-12 for this
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Even Chinese adapters cost $30 now.
I found one for $22 on ebay, but don't know how good he is.
ordered this:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ws/eBayIS...=180933274245&ssPageName=ADME:L:eek:U:GB:3160
Daanlt said:
ordered this:
ebay.co.uk/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=180933274245&ssPageName=ADME:LU:GB:3160
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I seriously doubt it will work, the connector is different for S2 (5 pins) and S3 (11 pins), so if it says it works for both...
Maybe the 11 pins also work for 5 pins, but not vice versa
Daanlt said:
ordered this:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ws/eBayIS...=180933274245&ssPageName=ADME:L:eek:U:GB:3160
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Won't work, unless you buy the $10 adapter from Samsung.
firetruck41 said:
Won't work, unless you buy the $10 adapter from Samsung.
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Adapter for adapter? Pretty funny. Or what do you mean?
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Adapter for adapter? Pretty funny. Or what do you mean?
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Yes, there is an adapter that will go from the 11 pin micro-USB on the SGS3, to 5 pin micro-USB, so you can plug in the micro-USB from an "old" MHL adapter.
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Yes, there is an adapter that will go from the 11 pin micro-USB on the SGS3, to 5 pin micro-USB, so you can plug in the micro-USB from an "old" MHL adapter.
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"Yo dawg! I heard that you like adapters, so we put an adapter in your adapter so you can watch HD video while you watch HD video!"
Then I think it's better to buy this for $29.88
anyone brave enough to try this one out?
http://www.tessco.com/products/displayProductInfo.do?sku=527002&eventPage=1
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anyone brave enough to try this one out?
http://www.tessco.com/products/displayProductInfo.do?sku=527002&eventPage=1
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This one seems like a winner
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Converter tip can also be found here
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/EPL-FU10BEGSTA
I got the adapter for $10 with free shipping:
http://www.amazon.com/Original-Sams...id=1343326078&sr=8-1&keywords=mhl+adapter+tip
It lets you connect your old MHL cable (or a $5 one from ebay) to a galaxy s3 and still work. I'm using it and it works perfect.
Even if you don't have an old cable, this is still the best deal since it's $5 for a 5-pin cable and $10 for the adapter.
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I got the adapter for $10 with free shipping:
http://www.amazon.com/Original-Sams...id=1343326078&sr=8-1&keywords=mhl+adapter+tip
It lets you connect your old MHL cable (or a $5 one from ebay) to a galaxy s3 and still work. I'm using it and it works perfect.
Even if you don't have an old cable, this is still the best deal since it's $5 for a 5-pin cable and $10 for the adapter.
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This is damn smart. I might go this route. Functional and it save a couple bucks. Thanks
Sorry guys, new to this stuff. So let me see if I go this right. Does it go:
SGS3 >> MicroUSB-HDMI Cable >> HDTV Adapter Tip (http://www.amazon.com/Original-Samsung-Adapter-Converter-EPL-FU10BEBSTD/dp/B0083FYL0O/) >> TV?
found a S3 ONLY MHL cable.
So this likely means that's designed with the correct pins and it'll work
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Micro-USB-MHL-1080P-Full-HD-HDMI-AF-Cable-Samsung-Galaxy-SIII-i9300-/221080684357?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item33796f8745
anyone wanna buy?
Hey guys just wondering if there is a way to get a third party MHL adapter to work with my SG3, maybe some type of mod or something. Thanks
Bizarre48 said:
Hey guys just wondering if there is a way to get a third party MHL adapter to work with my SG3, maybe some type of mod or something. Thanks
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As I recall, the S3 uses an 11 pin MHL adapter and most others are 7(?) pins. Samsung makes an 11 to 7 pin adapter for about $10. I got it and it works.
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As I recall, the S3 uses an 11 pin MHL adapter and most others are 7(?) pins. Samsung makes an 11 to 7 pin adapter for about $10. I got it and it works.
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All the cords fit in perfectly with the adapter I have, just when I plug it into my TV nothing comes up.
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All the cords fit in perfectly with the adapter I have, just when I plug it into my TV nothing comes up.
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I recommend buying the samsung stock mhl adapter made for the sgs3. It worked without a problem. I have one personally.
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Well the brand name Samsung adapter is best and made for S3 but $40-$50...
The other option that works is using the mhl adapter that was for the S2 and other phones. Can buy for $10 AND also need the 5 pin to 11 pin adapter to use it on S3. Can get that for about $10 too. I did this option and works great. Both parts are generic but no probs. As mentioned in the earlier posts an adapter is needed but wasn't 7 pin... its 5 to 11.
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I've seen some other posts about this topic, but I have yet to find a clear answer. What MHL to HDMI adapter works best for the T-mobile SGH-T999? I would like to stream Netflix to my HDTV. Is it safe to go with the Samsung brand or is there a different brand just as good? Any input is appreciated. Thanks..
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I bought Samsung mhl worked first day never worked again. The parts inside became very loose... there is a thread somewhere with a bunch of people saying it doesn't work along with other brands. Who knows maybe you could get lucky!
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I've had good success with Monoprice's MHL adapter and it's just $10, as opposed to the $40 Samsung wants. You do need the 11-to-5 adapter for it though.
One thing to note : If your HDTV doesn't have MHL support, you need to attach a charger to the MHL adapter to power it (that's what the female micro usb port on it is for). Took me an hour to figure that out when I first bought it.
Ordered the adapter