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[Q] hdmi output... netflix .. other apps - Does the HDMI display on TV?

I'm trying to get Netflix to display on TV via HDMI output. Got a HDMI cable - and but no picture to HDTV when running the app on phone.
I did a google search - and read that the app needs to enable HDMI on this phone? Being that this is a new cable - I don't know if Netflix app enables HDMI on this phone - or if I have a bad cable that I need to swap out - or if I'm trying to do something with this phone - that it's just not capable of doing.
1) Does Netflix display via HDMI - with unrooted Evo 4G
2) Does Netflix display via HDMI with rooted EVO 4G
3) Is there a known app that works with HDMI - so I can test to see if my cable is any good?
Thanks

nook-color said:
I'm trying to get Netflix to display on TV via HDMI output. Got a HDMI cable - and but no picture to HDTV when running the app on phone.
I did a google search - and read that the app needs to enable HDMI on this phone? Being that this is a new cable - I don't know if Netflix app enables HDMI on this phone - or if I have a bad cable that I need to swap out - or if I'm trying to do something with this phone - that it's just not capable of doing.
1) Does Netflix display via HDMI - with unrooted Evo 4G
2) Does Netflix display via HDMI with rooted EVO 4G
3) Is there a known app that works with HDMI - so I can test to see if my cable is any good?
Thanks
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1) No, must have a kernel installed that supports HDMwIn. It'll mirror your phone, so that anything that you see on your screen will appear on your HDTV. I'm running CM7 with Tiamat kernel and am able to watch netflix with the cable.
2) Yes/No, the Evo was limited by the manufacturer so you'll need to use HDMwIn. Again, you'll still need a supported kernel. But now that you're rooted, you can flash the kernel.
3)HDMwIn. It works.
btw, I got my cable for $6, so you don't have to spend a grip
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If your on a sense 2.3 rom then you cannot use HDMwIn. Must be aosp 2.3 or sense 2.2
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spyd312 said:
btw, I got my cable for $6, so you don't have to spend a grip
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Beat ya - Only paid 3.50 for mine

nook-color said:
Beat ya - Only paid 3.50 for mine
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For 10ft? Damn, that's a good price dude.
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Anyone know why HDMIWin doesn't support the newer ROMs, or if there are plans to support sense 3.0 based ROMs on android 2.3?
Does flashing a different kernel work with synergy RLS1?

maybeitjustme said:
Anyone know why HDMIWin doesn't support the newer ROMs, or if there are plans to support sense 3.0 based ROMs on android 2.3?
Does flashing a different kernel work with synergy RLS1?
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Agraben is working on the kernel fixes needed for HDMI on Gingersense roms.
You can follow along here.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=987592

Possible to use USB webcam with Kindle Fire OTG cable?

Hello!
As you may have noticed, some Kindle Fire ROMs have a Camera app built into them. Normally, this app is useless. I was thinking about this the other day and an idea occured to me. Would it be possible to plug in a USB webcam into the Fire via a USB OTG cable and have it be able to take pictures with the Camera app? Don't know if this is possible or not, just thought I'd ask. Thanks!

I'm fairly certain that this is impossible.
Feel free to try it if you like though.
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Ah thats too bad. Would be awesome if this was possible.

Should be possible.....but I am not sure. As long as it is a webcam for Android devices....and it uses Micro-USB....It should work. Probably depends on your ROM.

i bought a Micro USB OTG to USB 2.0 Adapter and i used a standard usb webcam to used skype, on twi_priv sgt7 jellybean rom, and it works!!!

tobiascuypers said:
i bought a Micro USB OTG to USB 2.0 Adapter and i used a standard usb webcam to used skype, on twi_priv sgt7 jellybean rom, and it works!!!
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Could you give me the model number of the cable and webcam and where you bought it? Also, does the Camera app work or just skype?

tobiascuypers said:
i bought a Micro USB OTG to USB 2.0 Adapter and i used a standard usb webcam to used skype, on twi_priv sgt7 jellybean rom, and it works!!!
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Woah, you got Skype to work so you can have two-way video conversation? Tell me everything! How did you work this dark magic?
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What camera do I need for this to work? Would be awesome to do with Skype or a Google+ Hangout

Where did that other guy go that said he was able to use a camera with Skype?

sorry i havent checked this thread for a while and the camera app doesnt work on it, but theres no mic so i cant talk to people just see them,

Would it be possible to use a different USB camera that has a microphone and have it work with Skype?

idk possibly, but i gave my camera and otg cable to my friend, i dont use my kindle with skype anymore, i use my new asus transformer! its pretty sweet

Can you give us a link to the exact model of webcam that you had?
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I tried a logitech C570 (I think) HD 720P USB webcam today and it didn't work.
I'm using HashCodes [ROM/KERNEL] UNOFFICIAL CM10 + 3.x Kernel for Kindle Fire [09/16 CHARGING+]
anyone had any luck with this? I'm interested if this is really possible.

EZCast Miracast dongle

Hi. Does anybody have any experience of or comments on this device? Thanks.
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=191031444118
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Hi people,
Are you suggesting to get a ezcast dongle or chromecast ? (considering the recent news about chromecast)

alakiha said:
Hi people,
Are you suggesting to get a ezcast dongle or chromecast ? (considering the recent news about chromecast)
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Really depends on how and where you want to use it. For home use, either one probably be OK. I don't think you can mirror with Chromecast (not sure about Miracast). Also, I've heard that results sometimes vary; some people have complained about audio delays with Miracast.
If you want to use your Android device to watch video somewhere other than at home (say, at a motel), Chromecast will probably not work because of the types of networks available at hotels. Miracast might work, but you would not be able to connect to the hotel's wi-fi network while using it.
Personally, I have a Xbox setup for streaming video at home that works great, so I mainly use my Android stuff while in hotels. For me, the best bet is a Slimport adapter. This will give you high quality video and will let you stream from a hotel wi-fi network or using 4G. Anything that you watch on your phone, you can watch using a Slimport adapter.

alakiha said:
Hi people,
Are you suggesting to get a ezcast dongle or chromecast ? (considering the recent news about chromecast)
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Unfortunately, for those of us in the UK, Chromecast is not yet (officially) an option...
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From my understanding, EZCast will mirror anything displayed on the source device to the TV but Chromecast is limited to specific apps. Is this correct?
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b1narydigit said:
From my understanding, EZCast will mirror anything displayed on the source device to the TV but Chromecast is limited to specific apps. Is this correct?
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I've just read this article which explains the differences:
http://howto.cnet.com/8301-11310_39...t-everything-to-know-about-mirroring-android/

I think I would go with Chromecast. Although I do have PS3 as my media streamer.

reviews from amazon http://www.amazon.co.uk/product-reviews/B00FG1XSWK/ref=dp_top_cm_cr_acr_txt?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1
Some praise it, others dont

Miracast

Does any one know what apps or modification I need to do miracast to a lgtv?

Mwwong said:
Does any one know what apps or modification I need to do miracast to a lgtv?
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Miracast doesn't work on the Pixel C.

cam30era said:
Miracast doesn't work on the Pixel C.
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I can get YouTube to show on TV. Is there any app I can use to show the pixel C screen on TV? Or if I root, can any modifications work?

A Google Cast dongle. See https://support.google.com/chromecastbuiltin/?hl=en-GB#topic=6102922

sure your tv only supports miracast and not DLNA? You can try bubbleupnp for streaming via DLNA...

peter73 said:
sure your tv only supports miracast and not DLNA? You can try bubbleupnp for streaming via DLNA...
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This worked ! Thanks. Can stream video now, just cannot cast screen.

cast screen and screen mirroring on a samsung tv

Hi guys
I know there are threat about this matter but none of them have any solution . As you know Samsung phones have smart view which can screen mirror and control your smart TV.
Nexus 5x doesn't recognize Mira cast devices and with changing build.prop althogh it can recognize the TV but unable to connect to it. Do you guys have any idea to solve this problem?
I'm sure there is a software way. Because there shouldn't be a hardware problem with Nexus 5x .
Did any one connect a Nexus 5x to Samsung TV?

I think it depends on the year of the Samsung TV. My 4K is a 2014 model and doesn't do screen cast or mirroring yet my in-laws is 2016 and I believe does work.
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EeZeEpEe said:
I think it depends on the year of the Samsung TV. My 4K is a 2014 model and doesn't do screen cast or mirroring yet my in-laws is 2016 and I believe does work.
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Mine is a 2016 model and can't connect to it. There should be a way for this problem . Is there any way to port samsung smart view app on Nexus 5x?

Any idea?

Miracast was removed with (I think) 6.0. It's a proprietary API.
There's a few people on the 6p forums trying to get it to work, with little success.
You can change the following in the build.prop to get the Samsung device to show up on the list, the phone connects, but it doesn't cast.
persist.debug.wfd.enable=1
You also need to set Allow WiFi in the cast options.
BTW, the Smart View app is just a remote control app. It should work just fine, as long as your phone and TV are connected to the same network.
Edit: really should have read the op before replying, I basically said the same thing as you!

bloodyswan said:
Mine is a 2016 model and can't connect to it. There should be a way for this problem . Is there any way to port samsung smart view app on Nexus 5x?
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Hmm. Will have to give it a try next time I'm over there. Although, I could've possibly connected via Chromecast and got mixed up.
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krs360 said:
Miracast was removed with (I think) 6.0. It's a proprietary API.
There's a few people on the 6p forums trying to get it to work, with little success.
You can change the following in the build.prop to get the Samsung device to show up on the list, the phone connects, but it doesn't cast.
persist.debug.wfd.enable=1
You also need to set Allow WiFi in the cast options.
BTW, the Smart View app is just a remote control app. It should work just fine, as long as your phone and TV are connected to the same network.
Edit: really should have read the op before replying, I basically said the same thing as you!
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Tanx for your replay any way. I think there is a way to bypass this limitation but we don't know it yet...

EeZeEpEe said:
Hmm. Will have to give it a try next time I'm over there. Although, I could've possibly connected via Chromecast and got mixed up.
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Yes it works in chrome cast but chrome cast need a router and that slow down the streaming . The benefit from the screen mirroring is that your phone connect directly to your smart tv so you have a smooth and fast experience on it .a 3rd party device like chrome cast is not a good alternative for screen mirroring.

bloodyswan said:
Yes it works in chrome cast but chrome cast need a router and that slow down the streaming . The benefit from the screen mirroring is that your phone connect directly to your smart tv so you have a smooth and fast experience on it .a 3rd party device like chrome cast is not a good alternative for screen mirroring.
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I wasn't saying Chromecast is a great alternative. I was just saying I might've not been directly connected to the TV like I originally thought. While we're on it though, Chromecast does get the job done for the most part though if your router is close and fast.
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i tried modifying my nexus 5x 8.1 android extracting and editing build.prop file with line
persist.debug.wfd.enable=0 to =1
In my nexus 5x 8.1 android there is not this line...
Can someone help me?

gabriel85roma said:
i tried modifying my nexus 5x 8.1 android extracting and editing build.prop file with line
persist.debug.wfd.enable=0 to =1
In my nexus 5x 8.1 android there is not this line...
Can someone help me?
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In build prop try adding wlan.wfd.hdcp=disable.
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Don't it has to be set on enabled? In previous versions it had to be set from 0 to 1...

gabriel85roma said:
Don't it has to be set on enabled? In previous versions it had to be set from 0 to 1...
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This worked on a Samsung device I have. I haven't tried it on my 5X
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