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Hey guys since the new kernels coming out with full hdmi, I think I might finally bite the bullet and buy a cable. Anyone know of a.good cheap one on amazon? Or anyone have any suggestions for some? I know mono price normally has good cheap cables. Any help is appreciated.
I was going to suggest mono price.. they have mini hdmi to hdmi for about 3 bucks...
I also would suggest just getting the mini hdmi adaptor piece... http://www.google.com/products/cata...=X&ei=iIKDTcqmMoGqsAPepvX_AQ&ved=0CEoQ8gIwAg#
masterfuel said:
I also would suggest just getting the mini hdmi adaptor piece...
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Why get the mini adapter when monoprice has the Full Size HDMI to Mini HDMI in stock?
If this is for the HTC Evo 4g, then the correct plug is Micro Hdmi and not mini.
http://www.monoprice.com/products/search.asp?keyword=hdmi+micro&x=0&y=0
Pick your size. Got mine 2 days later. Works great.
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If this is for the HTC Evo 4g, then the correct plug is Micro Hdmi and not mini.
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This is correct, I wasn't paying attention when I quoted above. Either way it's still dirt cheap at Monoprice.com and a waste of money to buy an adapter.
I just ordered mine. Hope they dont break too easily
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Monoprice cables are great quality, plus they have a lifetime warranty.
do you need to get the high speed cable, or will the standard speed work ok?
my couch is 10 feet from my tv, so I need a longer cable, which only comes in standard speed..
thanks
This one works for me:
http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10253&cs_id=1025301&p_id=7559&seq=1&format=2
ok, so the adapter doesnt fit snug.....it works but,its wiggely. i would say go with the cable.igot one of those two.works like a champ.both with two day shipping for;$16.
Hope it works best!
Rakeesh_j said:
Monoprice cables are great quality, plus they have a lifetime warranty.
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BONUS!!!
Rakeesh_j said:
This one works for me:
http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10253&cs_id=1025301&p_id=7559&seq=1&format=2
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After extensive research I feel this is a great cable.... Just ordered it for 9.84 shipped.
15 ft away from the TV or LCD will be nice.
Thanks!
I just purchased a Motorola Atrix Laptop dock and it should be here in a little over a week. I am curious though, I use an Otterbox Commuter series case... will i be able to use the lapdock without the removal of my case?
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I don't have any case with my atrix+lapdock but I know that there is a piece in the lapdock connector that you can remove to allow the connection with a case.
Regards
Thank you very much.
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MackTavares said:
I just purchased a Motorola Atrix Laptop dock and it should be here in a little over a week. I am curious though, I use an Otterbox Commuter series case... will i be able to use the lapdock without the removal of my case?
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Short answer, NO, even with removing the insert, the commuter will not fit. I had to physically modify (read hack) the case to pull the connectors further through the mounting location. The USB connector needs to come out further primarily.
Another option is to try a 5 wire micro usb extender, and a micro hdmi extension.
afaik the only cases which fit into lapdock-holder are mesh-cases (maybe, see other thread) and the incipio feather (which - I can confirm - fits in any other original-motorola dock).
The Motorola ruggedized battery cover also fits nicely.
grevedan said:
Short answer, NO, even with removing the insert, the commuter will not fit. I had to physically modify (read hack) the case to pull the connectors further through the mounting location. The USB connector needs to come out further primarily.
Another option is to try a 5 wire micro usb extender, and a micro hdmi extension.
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Any pointers where we can find the extension cables?
Thanks in advance.
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Any pointers where we can find the extension cables?
Thanks in advance.
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/HDMI-1-4-D-...391?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1e6c681927
and
http://www.usbfirewire.com/usb_cables_micro-b_extensions_straight_91.html
robrj was trying this in this other thread, he never got back on if the 5-wire micro-usb worked....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1487343&highlight=micro+hdmi
I would also like to know the outcome of this. I use the commuter case as well.
The Incipio silicrylic case does not fit into the lapdock either. Only the HDMI connection is made, not the power, so the lapdock thinks only entertainment center is an option. I may just go for the rugged battery cover.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Motorola-AT...362204?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item20c41fa71c
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/Motorola-AT...362204?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item20c41fa71c
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The ad doesn't say if the USB is 5 wire, i hope the seller did his due dilligence.
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The ad doesn't say if the USB is 5 wire, i hope the seller did his due dilligence.
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oh they did their due dilligence alright. this same item in their webstore (all4cellular.com) and on their ebay account, just last week (i bought one) was $14.99.
asshats
if someone else finds another place to buy these (particularly the hdmi one) please link.
phire420 said:
oh they did their due dilligence alright. this same item in their webstore (all4cellular.com) and on their ebay account, just last week (i bought one) was $14.99.
asshats
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This is a better price if you are living overseas! The previous cable was $15 USD with a $35 delivery charge to Australia. This set is now $40 + $5 delivery fee for both cables to Australia!
Which seller offers the best price shipping overseas.
Does anyone know where can i buy this HDMI upgrade kit for cheap ? 45 dolar for 2 pieces of cable is simply raping.
Semseddin said:
Does anyone know where can i buy this HDMI upgrade kit for cheap ? 45 dolar for 2 pieces of cable is simply raping.
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Totally agree, there must be another, cheaper way.
Chris
Those who know where we can buy these cables, pls let us know....
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=micro+usb+extension
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw...tension&_osacat=0&_trksid=p3286.c0.m270.l1313
The micro usb is easy, the mini hdmi will require an adapter. The mini hdmi female to mini hdmi female adapter was at the bottom of the page on my search.
Strange that I couldn't find a solution at MonoPrice.com...
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/Motorola-AT...362204?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item20c41fa71c
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I can confirm that these cables work fine with my Rooted Stock Atrix - make sure you take out the extra plastic plate and fits together comfortably. It will be interesting to see if the other Moto phones with the reversed ports (Bionic, Razr, Atrix II etc) will work as well on it as well.. Hopefully they do if I decide to get an upgrade sometime soon.
It is expensive - but at least it works.
I'm willing to bite for the full price of the Samsung MHL adapter just because I know the S3 has some problems without the official one. Anyone know of the best place to buy it? Amazon shows one but it ships from the UK and the one on Samsung's site is not compatible. Is it not out yet?
Anyone else picking it up?
I don't think it is out yet but yes, I might be getting one. It will be a whole lot easier surfing the web on my tv via the phone than using the clunky tv remote control.
I remember reading some post of a user buying one from ebay for about 9 bucks and it worked brilliantly.
i may take a chance on monoprice
http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10833&cs_id=1083314&p_id=8805&seq=1&format=2
I have gotten lots of good things from them including a 75ft HDMI CL2 cable for $30 shipped and a universal GPS mount that works great for any phone for like $5 shipped....and it's never been junk really, always decent quality, very happy with them over the years for any type of audio/video/cable/adapter
only thing is no way to know if it is compatible yet until someone bites, so I may do it one day soon
Well my only thing about some of the non Samsung ones is I read they don't output 1080p if that matters to you.
I emailed monoprice support about the one you linked. Will let you guys know what they say.
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I personally prefer OEM items. They usually sell for around $11.
eBay, Amazon.
I already checked with Monoprice and they said that their adapter is not compatable with the S3. The Monoprice adapter is a 5 pin adapter and Samsung changed the S3 to an 11 pin adapter. There is a 5 pin - 11 pin adapter available. Most of the mhl adapters out are 5 pin and will not work with the S3. That is what I have been told. The Samsung mhl adapter is $40. You could get the Monoprice 5 pin mhl for $11 and a 5 pin - 11 pin adapter for another $10. That would work but I would personally wait for a cheaper 11 pin mhl adapter to come out than hook up multiple adapters.
constant power needed?
I was really interested in getting one of these but it looks like you will need to have an HDMI cable AND a micro USB connected to a wall socket for the MHL adapter to work... is this true, and if so, is it worth all the cable hassle?
kswa1987 said:
I was really interested in getting one of these but it looks like you will need to have an HDMI cable AND a micro USB connected to a wall socket for the MHL adapter to work... is this true, and if so, is it worth all the cable hassle?
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USB is only for charging. So it will work without.
EDIT: It appears I'm wrong about that. With the Samsung MHL adapter anyway.
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USB is only for charging. So it will work without.
EDIT: It appears I'm wrong about that. With the Samsung MHL adapter anyway.
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charger cable is a requirement for all mhl adapters I've used.
I saw one in best buy here in toronto area so should have them at Best Buy in the US as well. They're called samsung hdtv adapter for galaxy s 3.
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MichaelVash7886 said:
Well my only thing about some of the non Samsung ones is I read they don't output 1080p if that matters to you.
I emailed monoprice support about the one you linked. Will let you guys know what they say.
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Yes please let us know what they tell you. I thought they flipped the pins so only the official Samsung adapter would work. If 720P works, I'd be totally fine with that...
I <3 Monoprice forever. They sell things at the price they're supposed to be sold at. Still slightly pricey, but the best one stop shop I've seen.
eatkabab said:
Yes please let us know what they tell you. I thought they flipped the pins so only the official Samsung adapter would work. If 720P works, I'd be totally fine with that...
I <3 Monoprice forever. They sell things at the price they're supposed to be sold at. Still slightly pricey, but the best one stop shop I've seen.
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Its a no go with those:
" Regarding our MHL adapter and the upcoming release of the Galaxy S3 in the U.S. We have tested and confirmed that the S3 uses a different pinout in regards to MHL, so our current MHL device will not work for it. We have already put in a suggestion for a device that will fully support the new S3, and we are actively working on cases and other accessories for the S3 as well. "
We will just have to wait.
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http://www.expansys-usa.com/samsung...-hdmi-adapter-microusb-to-11-pin-hdmi-231991/
Took mine 2 days to get to me despite the 4day advertisement.
I got it when it was on sale for $29.99 though. Works perfectly.
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SemiGamer said:
http://www.expansys-usa.com/samsung...-hdmi-adapter-microusb-to-11-pin-hdmi-231991/
Took mine 2 days to get to me despite the 4day advertisement.
I got it when it was on sale for $29.99 though. Works perfectly.
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Picked up one and a USB OTG cable. Thanks for the link.
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Picked up one and a USB OTG cable. Thanks for the link.
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Any chance the MHL adapter also charges the phone? With 1%/min or game play, I can't imagine it will last very long during a game and outputting to TV...
Yes it charges the phone, but it also uses up about 200ma itself so make sure you've got a good charger.
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Charger cable is a must...
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Ebay is your friend
There are so many on ebay, for 10$ you can have a 6ft cable, just make sure to pick one for S3/Note2 ...
hi there ,
I want to use the MHL feature but 2 things stop me.
1) I don't want to spend that much on the original one (it's about USD $40)
2) I want to use it at the gym so I don't have a way to connect it to the wall outlet ...
I wanted to know if you know of any cheap MHL adapter that does the work? ( I prefer ebay...)
p.s
just found this one , so I'm assuming these will soon pop on ebay for a low price...
http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/595949307/for_samsung_galaxy_s3_mhl_hdmi.html
Still haven't found any 3rd party cables and wouldn't be surprised if this wasn't one either, because I've seen plenty that claim to be only S3 compatible and I got caught out with one the other week.
Michael_P said:
Still haven't found any 3rd party cables and wouldn't be surprised if this wasn't one either, because I've seen plenty that claim to be only S3 compatible and I got caught out with one the other week.
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this one claims it was tested to work with the SGS3 ,
that's why I want to buy it on ebay... so if it won't work you can at least get your money back and write a bad feedback...
I'm more interested in the adapter that lets you use the old MHL cable because I have 3 of them and sure someone will soon be making a £2 knock-off I can buy a few of.
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I'm more interested in the adapter that lets you use the old MHL cable because I have 3 of them and sure someone will soon be making a £2 knock-off I can buy a few of.
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please update this thread once you'll find something interesting.
I just checked EBay and there's still no 3rd-party MHL to HDMI adapter available for the S3, almost 2 months later, so we still have only two options:
Buy the official $40 Samsung MHL to HDMI adapter
Buy an old S2 MHL adapter ($15) AND the adapter FOR the adapter ($10) == $25.
Monoprice.com has said they're coming out with their own S3 MHL cable, but that was a few weeks ago.
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I just checked EBay and there's still no 3rd-party MHL to HDMI adapter available for the S3, almost 2 months later, so we still have only two options:
Buy the official $40 Samsung MHL to HDMI adapter
Buy an old S2 MHL adapter ($15) AND the adapter FOR the adapter ($10) == $25.
Monoprice.com has said they're coming out with their own S3 MHL cable, but that was a few weeks ago.
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as I understand it , the market is gonna start flooding with those adapters in the end of this month , I am waiting another 2 weeks.
rotman253 said:
as I understand it , the market is gonna start flooding with those adapters in the end of this month , I am waiting another 2 weeks.
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Hope so.
And I just saw this mhl to hmdi cable by MiniSuit for $25, but for pre-order only. Same one appears to be selling on ebay for $30. no cheap enough for me.
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I just checked EBay and there's still no 3rd-party MHL to HDMI adapter available for the S3, almost 2 months later, so we still have only two options:
Buy the official $40 Samsung MHL to HDMI adapter
Buy an old S2 MHL adapter ($15) AND the adapter FOR the adapter ($10) == $25.
Monoprice.com has said they're coming out with their own S3 MHL cable, but that was a few weeks ago.
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Monoprice is going to do their own S3 MHL... hell yeah I'm waiting for them then.
according to this sell I realize in the end of the month the Chinese release their MHL to the market. that's when the price should start going down
Here's a 3rd party one.
Now this listing specifically says For Galaxy S3 11 pin, Still USD $30 though. (AUD $28,77)
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/New-Sams...743792?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item19d3643b70
Havent ordered one yet but thinking about it.
(A few other ebayers have it too now)
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Here's a 3rd party one.
Now this listing specifically says For Galaxy S3 11 pin, Still USD $30 though. (AUD $28,77)
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/New-Sams...743792?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item19d3643b70
Havent ordered one yet but thinking about it.
(A few other ebayers have it too now)
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still not cheap.
We'll have to wait till the market is flooded and then prices will get lower..
what do you people say about this cable?
will it support the SGS3 ?
http://www.aliexpress.com/product-f...r-Samsung-Galaxy-S3-i9300-S2-wholesalers.html
rotman253 said:
what do you people say about this cable?
will it support the SGS3 ?
http://www.aliexpress.com/product-f...r-Samsung-Galaxy-S3-i9300-S2-wholesalers.html
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No. Too cheap, so it's mislabeled.
The cheapest you can find a non-samsung mhl to hdmi cable for the S3 is about $25 on ebay and amazon. cheaper than $40 for samsung's.
I'm probably going to order this one when it's in stock @ amazon next week (same version on ebay):
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No. Too cheap, so it's mislabeled.
The cheapest you can find a non-samsung mhl to hdmi cable for the S3 is about $25 on ebay and amazon. cheaper than $40 for samsung's.
I'm probably going to order this one when it's in stock @ amazon next week (same version on ebay):
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yeah , I just found the same adapter (same case also) on ebay and over there they state that this won't work with the SGS3.
anyway , please check in here after you'll buy the adapter and write how is it.
Thanks
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yeah , I just found the same adapter (same case also) on ebay and over there they state that this won't work with the SGS3.
anyway , please check in here after you'll buy the adapter and write how is it.
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Which won't work with the S3? The one pictured, or the one you linked to?
The one I linked to is too expensive NOT to work...
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Which won't work with the S3? The one pictured, or the one you linked to?
The one I linked to is too expensive NOT to work...
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oh... no , the one I linked to...:cyclops:
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I just checked EBay and there's still no 3rd-party MHL to HDMI adapter available for the S3, almost 2 months later, so we still have only two options:
Buy the official $40 Samsung MHL to HDMI adapter
Buy an old S2 MHL adapter ($15) AND the adapter FOR the adapter ($10) == $25.
Monoprice.com has said they're coming out with their own S3 MHL cable, but that was a few weeks ago.
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Is there any advantage to buying the official adapter? The way I see it if we go with the second option we can still use the mhl adapter on other phones that have the standard layout, but we couldn't with the official cable.
Do we lose any functionality going with the second choice?
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Nelsocracy said:
Is there any advantage to buying the official adapter? The way I see it if we go with the second option we can still use the mhl adapter on other phones that have the standard layout, but we couldn't with the official cable.
Do we lose any functionality going with the second choice?
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Under my point of view if you are not going to use the MHL 5 pins cable (the old one) for S2 or Note, I would get the new one suitable only for S3 with 11 pins. I expect Samsung to solve the problem with MHL+USB OTG one day, and if it does, I think it would not be possible using the old MHL cable, but I must say this is just a possibility and NOT sure, maybe they will be selling a new MHL cable (if it happens I would cry and I will not buy any other Samsung product...)
Nelsocracy said:
Is there any advantage to buying the official adapter? The way I see it if we go with the second option we can still use the mhl adapter on other phones that have the standard layout, but we couldn't with the official cable.
Do we lose any functionality going with the second choice?
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Well, going forward, I expect the newer 11-pin cable to be the new standard, at least on samsung phones, so if you have no old phones around (or friends wanting to use it), just get the new cable.
Also, by the time I can upgrade again (~January 1st, 2014), I expect wireless display mirroring will be the more popular option anyway, so either cable may be obsolete.
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http://www.ebay.ca/itm/New-MHL-Mirc...070580?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item25750548f4
Lots of high feedback on the seller
100% brand new and high quality.
Supports all video resolutions and audio formats including HDTV video and digital audio
Connect a Smartphone, Tablet or Other MHL Enabled Device to an HDMI TV
Designed For Use With Mobile Devices Featuring MHL Technology. Make sure your phone is compatible before purchase.
Allows for a Micro USB Cable (5 Pin) to be connected to the adapter to allow the phone to charge
MHL Adapter allows you to connect a Micro USB (11 Pin) port to a HDMI equipped device
This is Micro USB 11pin connector for new Samsung s3 i9300, cannot use for standard miro USB MHL mobile phone like i9100 i9220.
Compatible with: Samsung Galaxy S3 S III i9300(TV and phone is not included)
Size: as the photo show
Color: Black
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Megusta. Im jumping the bridge on this one. Ill let yall know.
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No problem. Let us know how it works!
Same item is available on US Ebay site for about $US 24. I think I'm going to spring for one, too. Anybody who gets one, please report back on how it works!
Damn my sceptical nature.
I'm looking at this and thinking the price is just too perfect, Not too hot, Not too cold just right in the Goldilocks zone and can't help but thinking someone's still trying to scam me.
But I'm gonna beat my head against the wall a few times and force myself to give this one a shot.
(TV and phone is not included)
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Damn, that's a deal breaker right there.
Seriously though, does it charge the phone too? Never used one before..
[email protected] said:
Damn, that's a deal breaker right there.
Seriously though, does it charge the phone too? Never used one before..
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Good question. I do see the power cable has to be plugged into this but I've wondered that myself.
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Yes it charges the phone, but that is neccesary otherwise your phone will be dead very soon.
Screen on all the time kills your battery very quick
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Yes it charges the phone, but that is neccesary otherwise your phone will be dead very soon.
Screen on all the time kills your battery very quick
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wondering if one could turn the phone display off while using this... but playback and other functions would still work the battery down to a nub very quickly of course
Not possible, the MHL adapter projects what's on your s3's screen, so your tv shows some nice black when you turn off the screen
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Thanks for sharing! Been waiting such a long time for a cheap alternative. This still isn't as cheap as the generic 5pin MHL though...
Looking forward to an update before I jump on the wagon.
But a 5 pin won't work with GS3 unless you purchase another adapter.
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But a 5 pin won't work with GS3 unless you purchase another adapter.
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Yeah, I knew that, I comparing the price to the generic 5pin MHL adaptor which we could use if samsung didn't decide to change to 11pin.
I guess it will never be as cheap since its a niche product for the S3.
This might sound silly but my TV doesn't have a HDMI port (it's pretty old but still slim)
Is there any other type of converters like scart to micro usb (sounds unlikely)
I
htcsnap93 said:
Megusta. Im jumping the bridge on this one. Ill let yall know.
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Same here. After doing some research it looks like an unbranded Samsung MHL adapter for the S3. The picture isn't clear enough to get the model number for comparison, but I'm pretty sure after looking at the FCC markings and other things that don't line up with the new S2 MHL adapter. :good:
Ordered it a few mins ago
This one's $20 shipped.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Micro-MHL-T...063258?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3f1c05845a
Looking forward to hearing feedback from someone who gets one of these generic adapters.
I spoke with Monoprice's customer service last week and they said they plan on having their own compatible S3 MHL cable before October. I'll probably wait until then as I know theirs will work and should be fairly cheap.
Down to $22 eh? Last I checked the knock-offs were $30, and the samsung official was $40 (now $35).
I'm going to get one of these 11pin mhl-hdmi cables when they finally drop down to $10 like the S2's is, mainly because the 5-to-11 adapter I'm using on my 5pin S2 cable is TOO WIDE for my incipio silicrylic case (and most others) so I have to bend the silicone down. So, fair warning about the adapter for the adapter
Has anybody received one of these from eBay yet? If so, how well does it work?
I've seen a few too many discussions regarding plugging in subpar adapters into these phones that have caused problems. So I may be a bit paranoid but I think I'll stick with official Samsung adapters. Good price though if it works.
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