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I've been wanting to use the navigation screen for GTR like gauges for a while, I've seen some projects try to use gauges using a carputer and even a Raspberry Pi, which looked really promising.
I have Nexus 5 Android phone and use several apps with a bluetooth ODB adaptor.
But first I started by using a console phone mount from proclip, and a wedge to get the right angle.
I've been using the Nexus wireless Qi charger at home and it has magnets so I can just drop the phone on it and it holds very firmly and charges it.
I decide to use this in the car, I love dropping the phone down and having it charging and being able to access the screen easily. I love the look too, not some bulky phone holder. I LOVE wireless charging, it's one of the main reasons I love the Nexus.
I had a reverse camera installed a while ago by SonicMS, they used a system similar to the one sold by Alekshop:
http://alekshop.com/products/multimedia_interface_kit_with_rear_camera_for_2009_bmws
This interface has aux inputs that weren't wired by SonicMS so I opened it up and used a spare set of RCA cables and ran them into my glove box.
I purchased a RCA to HDMI converter from Amazon, and my initial plan was to get a MHL to HDMI adaptor for the phone and a iPad to HDMI adaptor for my iPad.
But THEN... I thought, it would be so awesome to keep everything wireless, and hook up a Chromecast, so that's what I did
I setup the Tasker app from the Google Play store to do a bunch of things when it connects to the bluetooth in my M3 (tasker is another reason I love the Nexus, can't do this stuff with apple devices).
First Tasker starts the Internet sharing hotspot, and I used a plugin called Autocast to automatically cast my screen to the Chromecast, then does a bunch of other things (sets screen to not turn off, brightness all the way up, launch google maps, etc.).
The Chromecast automatically connects to the Nexus hotspot once it becomes available.
So now all I do is drop the phone on my wireless charger, and everything connects automatically, the only extra step I have to do is hold down the Menu button in my car to switch to the aux input.
Now I can easily watch Netflix, or Hulu or any app from my phone on the Nav screen, it's so awesome! It's not the best resolution, but for me it's fine.
Here are a few pics with a the Torque app:
Really Cool!, I recently installed an Aftermarket Head unit on my Z.. I will give it a try!. How did you managed to view the Torque App and the navigation at the same time?
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Really Cool!, I recently installed an Aftermarket Head unit on my Z.. I will give it a try!. How did you managed to view the Torque App and the navigation at the same time?
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Thanks Kevin
The split screen is native functionality of the BMW Navigation head unit, didn't have to do anything special.
Have you noticed the phone getting extremely hot while doing this? I've also been wanting to use the nexus wireless charger in the car, but the few times I used it, it was reaching 110F+ while only listening to music and charging (I think it's a bit cooler if the battery is over 90%, but still). I can't imagine how hot it would get with the screen on + an intensive task.
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www.Cablejive.com Has some great audio accessories, but the ones I've listed below are absolutely needed if your car is setup for iDevices and you have ANDROID.
The first converts your iPod/Iphone interface to a standard 3.5mm Audio Headphone Jack and allows for listening to your phone through an existing iPhone/iPod interface in your car or Home. ($22.96)
http://www.cablejive.com/products/dockBoss.html
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The second is the same thing, only it also adds a Micro USB charging solution built into the same cable. ($29.95)
http://www.cablejive.com/products/dockBossplus.html
Please Hit Thanks if this helps you out!
That would be handy. We have a home unit I could use this with.
Thanks!
Use code HOLIDAY15 for 15% off. Takes the total down around $5.
Yeah I originally bought the audio only version but Just ordered the combo so I'd have one less thing to take up my cigarette lighter adapters. Gonna gift the old cable as it still looks and works like brand new. P.S. they are pretty fast shipping wise as well.
I want to get this for my Volvo but not sure if it will work. My Volvo Ipod adapter plays the playlists on the ipod, and I'm able to play slacker. ANyone think this will work with a Volvo ipod kit?
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I want to get this for my Volvo but not sure if it will work. My Volvo Ipod adapter plays the playlists on the ipod, and I'm able to play slacker. ANyone think this will work with a Volvo ipod kit?
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They only list the VW and Audi as not Compatible. I think you'll be fine. Either way if it doesn't work it won't be hard to return or resell.
Neat, I will definitely think about getting this
Here's hoping you're not a spammer! (Kind of a suspicious post honestly)
argh they are sold out
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Neat, I will definitely think about getting this
Here's hoping you're not a spammer! (Kind of a suspicious post honestly)
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Serves me right to be called a spammer lol. I switched to iPhone with the iPhone 4 and just came back to android for the Galaxy 2. Since I switched everything for iPhone I had to find a way to get my new Galaxy II hooked to all my docks and car kits I spent hundreds on. Buy or do not buy, but I have been hanging around here since 2007 and thought it was about time I contribute.
I've been using a female dock adapter I picked up from Deal Extreme, but it picks up electric interference when I use it in the car. Anybody else experience this?
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I've been using a female dock adapter I picked up from Deal Extreme, but it picks up electric interference when I use it in the car. Anybody else experience this?
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I haven't had any of that out of the audio only adapter I have. (the one on top) The charging and audio adapter arrives tomorrow hopefully, so I'll let you know after I've had a chance to test.
Yes... thanks. I need one of these.
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I haven't had any of that out of the audio only adapter I have. (the one on top) The charging and audio adapter arrives tomorrow hopefully, so I'll let you know after I've had a chance to test.
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Well it ended up being at home waiting for me yesterday. I can report that with power and audio I have no feedback or noise in the background. Just clear music. I think those other systems just aren't grounded as well. Hope this helps your decision.
Hi, after a long search for a keyboard, I arrive to the conclusion that a powered usb keyboard would be the best solution for the Note.
- Size matter: the size of the Apple BT Keyboard is right;
- Used wth a keyboard, the Note becomes a sort of smartbook: it will be used more intensively, and the internal battery will quickly be out! Then, a battery integrated in the keyboard, in the way the Transformer Prime has done, would be an excellent solution. A power of 25Wh would be a solid basis.
- offer the possibility to use the Note in portrait and landscape;
- integrate a detachable stand, with a flat usb cable to use it conveniently on a desktop or on the go.
- the possibility to charge the keyboard and the Note with the Note charger.
- integration of a MHL port to use an external screen, or, better, integrate a housing for the xBounds solution from Dream Chip (much more powerful than MHL).
Do you have some wish for a keyboard which permit to use the Note to its full potential? This is a sketch!
What is your opinion and needs?
i bought this keyboard and its very nice
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Maybe others will need it, but I don't need it.
I already have a tablet for that.
I use my Note more as a phone than a tablet.
Swype is fine for me.
@entropy96
I understand your (lack of) need.
For me, I didn't want to have a phone, a tablet, a netbook, a laptop, a computer, a server...
The Note is a phone and a tablet: with a good keyboard and an external display, i guess it could be used as a netbook (or a smartbook). The soft AlwaysOnPC (on Samsung Apps Store) give access to a full Linux.
I don't know if it's possible to use it, but it's worth to try. And this kind of use will be strengthened by ICS.
In this context, a powered usb keyboard would be a very useful accessory!
@shigwegi
I was also using the Apple bt keyboard (with Nokia n8).
It works very fine, but if I begin to use the Note as a phone and a tablet, I will discharge the battery very quickly!
A powered usb keyboard would allow to charge the phone battery and use the phone without restriction during a full day.
This is what I plan on using once my adapter arrives. Has an integrated ball mouse and mini-USB dongle:
Found it?
A very nice proposition!
I don't know if it's possible to charge the Note and connect the keyboard with the usb, or if you must use the bluetooth connection.
Pros
- the huge battery (10000mah)
- the finition which seems quite good
- the price not too high
Cons
- the size is perhaps a bit too small
- the weight a bit high (415gr)
Does somebody tried this combo?
Nice got one of those already as a htpc remote. i wouldnt want to do much typing on it.
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Just thought I would share this. I spotted one of these Saturday @ Bed, Bath and Beyond. It really sparked my intrest, as something us Android fans rarely see the price is decent. I currently have it sitting on my desk @ work next to my monitor with my HTC Sensation on it.
I purchased this for my GS3 that arrives tomorrow, due to the center bottom port.
I will say without a case on it, it has a little lean in it. But nothing bad. I even tried my gf's HTC OG EVO last night and it had a little lean, but charged her phone and was quite sturdy.
Check it out!
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http://myandroidgadgets.com/ihome-l...roid-accessories-to-start-selling-right-away/
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/iHome--...lver/4882053.p?id=1218570956786&skuId=4882053
Edit: I also had Best Buy price match Bed, Bath & Beyond. Saved me $10. Total of $50.00.
On a Rated Scaled I would give it a 4/5
Sound quality is great for an alarm clock or desk radio. Do not expect to listen to in multiple rooms.
Don't you have to plug in an AUX cable to utilize the speakers? Not much of a dock if you still have to plug another cord into the phone...
I hope the plug rotates.
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I hope the plug rotates.
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Yes, it actually does. They tried to make it a little more universal for the broad amount of Android devices.
As previously stated. It does require the 3.5mm to be plugged in for Audio. I agree, it could have been a better design. But this will replace my need for a $20 Office dock and $20 desk radio. Just thought i would share, as i have never seen one before.
After a little research Phillips makes some also. But are much more pricey.
i've been looking for speakers for my bedroom for a while now. i want wifi, though. no cables or docking.
I cant believe there isnt much intrest for this?
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I cant believe there isnt much intrest for this?
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The 3.5mm plug requirement kills it for me and for most others is my guess.
It's gotten bad reviews, and the fact that you have 2 wires coming out of your device is ridiculous. I really want to buy the official Samsung speaker dock, but it's too expensive for what I want.
This one may be worth looking into though: http://www.samsung.com/us/video/home-theater/DA-E570/ZA
Haven't seen any reviews for it yet though. But it comes with an S3 dock and an iPhone dock built in and connects to audio via bluetooth.
Agreed. But that option doesnt have an alarm clock or radio. O well. Im actually pretty happy with mine. Regardless of the addtional 3.5mm needed. It works great. To each their own.
I'm not a big fan of having to plug in the audio jack as well, I'm looking at possibly getting the bluetooth Philips alarm clock
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Philips...87&skuId=3044077&st=philips alarm&cp=1&lp=12
A lot of complaints are about the app but you can use your alarm on the phone and connect via bluetooth and it comes through the clock from what I've read. A bit more expensive
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Not too long ago I was able to get a hold of an Amped Wireless Bluetooth Stereo Adapter (BTSA1) and thought it a good time to put down a review of my experience so far. Amped Wireless, more commonly known for their amped (pun obviously intended) Wi-Fi offerings, not too long ago started offering this streaming audio adapter. There's not much that sets it apart from some of the other bluetooth streaming adapters out there, except for one big feature: you can connect this directly to any speaker/audio output device. It packs an enhanced bluetooth receiver which allows me to stream to it from my computer, tablet and phone from almost anywhere in the house - much farther than the standard 30ft distance (and let's face it - at 10ft the signal starts to fade pretty quickly at that). I could stream to it from about 30 feet away in my back room, but any more than that and the signal starts to fade. Definitely better than a standard bluetooth connection though.
It comes with RCA (R and L) and 3.5mm (standard headset port) connections, along with the requisite cable, so that you can connect either RCA to headphone jack, or headphone jack to RCA depending on your specific audio setup.
Once you connect via bluetooth, it operates just like a normal bluetooth speaker or headset does (minus the voice features). However one thing I noticed, to my relative excitement, is that Google Music treats this device as something you can "cast" to. So you select the cast icon and you're presented with the option to cast to it. That's a great feature, which while it's not technically streaming in the same way that you would "cast" to a Chromecast, it is definitely a feature the company could do well to promote. Something like "Google Music compatible" or something.
All in all, with a price tag of $69.99 it's probably a bit steep for a normal audio device, but with the connections to make any speaker or audio system a streaming center, it's not half bad. You can find more information at their website.
Thanks for the info.
How about the sound quality? Did you notice any significant quality degradation when playing music, compared to a wired setup?
I did not - it was crisp and clear. Of course as I moved furthest away it would be a bit choppy, but otherwise it was solid.
Hi,
I would like to order the official LG Qi-Charger (WCD-100) but seems 3.5" Jack is not accessible when the G3 is "plugged".
I'm using Skype a lot (sometimes > 2 consecutive hours) in Portrait mode and I think it's not possible to charge the phone at the same time (unless to turn it horizontally.
I already have a micro-USB dock (from Belkin) and same issue...Jack 3.5" is not accessible.
Any thoughts or feedback from users?
Any additional Qi-Charger you could propose/share?
Thanks beforehand,
Bruno
brmartin72 said:
Hi,
I would like to order the official LG Qi-Charger (WCD-100) but seems 3.5" Jack is not accessible when the G3 is "plugged".
I'm using Skype a lot (sometimes > 2 consecutive hours) in Portrait mode and I think it's not possible to charge the phone at the same time (unless to turn it horizontally.
I already have a micro-USB dock (from Belkin) and same issue...Jack 3.5" is not accessible.
Any thoughts or feedback from users?
Any additional Qi-Charger you could propose/share?
Thanks beforehand,
Bruno
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When you turn it horizontally it does not charge.
If i put the phone normally in the middle of the QI Charger i get a message which says "Wireless charging".
If i move it far enough to the left that the 3,5mm jack is reachable it says "Slow charging" so i would guess the wireless connection is not ideal then.
I would not recommend this dock if you want to use the 3.5 jack when charging
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When you turn it horizontally it does not charge.
If i put the phone normally in the middle of the QI Charger i get a message which says "Wireless charging".
If i move it far enough to the left that the 3,5mm jack is reachable it says "Slow charging" so i would guess the wireless connection is not ideal then.
I would not recommend this dock if you want to use the 3.5 jack when charging
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Thank you for this, a bit helpful but I have the same defect with my Belkin dock...
Still looking for another dock where 3.5 jack will be reachable and usable.
Thanks Bierfreund
I'm actually looking for the exact same thing. Not like it helps but, yeah.
Use a bluetooth headset, "problem" solved
There's the wcd 800 which works with the phone horizontal. It's a little expensive though.
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The TYLT VU and A6 Qi chargers both support landscape. I leave mine in portrait and use a Bluetooth headset adapter I've had for a long time.
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Use a bluetooth headset, "problem" solved
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My thought exactly, was about to write the same
I bought one of these for less than £10 - works a treat....
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