dont know if this has been noticed but im currently posting via webtop 3.0 on my tv, looks like there is no need for a hack like in GB.
True. Tried it just now and it works just with the HDMI cable! Great news!
Yeah I just tried it out. Its so sweet!
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OK, I'm probably missing something here.... it LOOKS great, but is there any way to easily scroll up and down? Touching the far right side of the screen and swiping up or down seems to sorta do it... is there a better way? Obviously, some bluetooth mouse and/or keyboard would work too, right?
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OK, I'm probably missing something here.... it LOOKS great, but is there any way to easily scroll up and down? Touching the far right side of the screen and swiping up or down seems to sorta do it... is there a better way? Obviously, some bluetooth mouse and/or keyboard would work too, right?
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I really need to get the nice TV fixed I'm using a 32" HD monitor and it doesn't have HDMI.
daniel644 said:
I really need to get the nice TV fixed I'm using a 32" HD monitor and it doesn't have HDMI.
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While there have been mentions of using the Atrix with several docks time and again, I haven't been able to find this info: Does the Atrix have the phone mirroring capability without any docks - using just a HD cable, like the Optimus 2x has been shown capable of doing. And if it does, can we use the phone as a controller while playing games like Raging Thunder or Dungeon Defenders like seen in the 2x
I would assume it does with the hdmi out, if it is locked down I am sure someone will figure ou how to unlock it.
I am pretty sure it will work without one though. The dock seems to add the option to use other periphals like mouse and keyboard
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I thought I saw somewhere that the docks are just a convenience thing, meaning you can just plop the phone in w/o worrying about connecting a bunch of cables. Couldn't you connect an HDMI cable and a USB hub directly to the phone and get the same options of putting it into webtop mode or multimedia mode? I would assume so because a lot of the CES videos show you being able to navigate both modes with the phone screen acting as a touchpad/keyboard if you don't have an actual mouse/keyboard attached.
ricethief said:
I would assume it does with the hdmi out, if it is locked down I am sure someone will figure ou how to unlock it.
I am pretty sure it will work without one though. The dock seems to add the option to use other periphals like mouse and keyboard
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hmm...the main reason why this question came to my mind was cuz of the fact that all the hands-on video demos I've seen so far seem to show a "webtop" or other special interfaces when connected to HDMI out. Was wondering if there is just a plain mirroring of phone screen which seems quite interesting on the LG Optimus 2x
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hmm...the main reason why this question came to my mind was cuz of the fact that all the hands-on video demos I've seen so far seem to show a "webtop" or other special interfaces when connected to HDMI out.
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I think that's true, but also when in webtop mode they've shown that you can use put the phone interface full screen, so you basically are able to do what you're asking.
stoli412 said:
I think that's true, but also when in webtop mode they've shown that you can use put the phone interface full screen, so you basically are able to do what you're asking.
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I understand...thanks. But I guess my concern/question is best put this way:
What can the Atrix do while connected to a monitor via just a HD out cable? The Optimus 2x doesn't yet have any docks - and when connected to a monitor thru the mini-HD out, it has the capability to mirror the phone screen. Will the Atrix do this basically without any docks; the docks only enabling additional special features/intereface? Or is any HDMI out feature limited to using one of the docks.
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Or is any HDMI out feature limited to using one of the docks.
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I'm almost positive I saw a video from CES where the Atrix was connected to a TV directly with an HDMI cable, and it still gave the option of webtop mode or multimedia mode. If that's true, then you'll be able to put it in webtop mode and use the phone interface full screen. I guess we won't know for sure until the review embargo is lifted.
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I'm almost positive I saw a video from CES where the Atrix was connected to a TV directly with an HDMI cable, and it still gave the option of webtop mode or multimedia mode. If that's true, then you'll be able to put it in webtop mode and use the phone interface full screen. I guess we won't know for sure until the review embargo is lifted.
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Thanks stoli...that's what I figured as well...gotta wait till the monsters are out of the cage to know their true potentials. Looking forward to the coming weeks/months...and to what's going to be revealed at the MWC this Feb 14th
Couldn't help it. Had to both try out a new camera and update my blog this week, so my new Evo 3D was the victim. Review is:
HERE.
Feel free to look around. Click on the photos to enlarge them. Let me know if you see any errors. I'll take any form of critique as well. Comments welcome here or there.
4D
Nice write up.
The charging port is a mhl port which is a modified hdmi to micro usb port that allows charging while connected to a display. You listed it as a standard micro usb....just helping
How do you customize the lock screen? I haven't been able to figure that out yet, I'd like to change the app shortcuts.
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How do you customize the lock screen? I haven't been able to figure that out yet, I'd like to change the app shortcuts.
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Press the personalize button on the right of Rosie (the bar at the bottom of the homescreen) select lockscreen. Then, instead of selecting a different lockscreen press settings.
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How do you customize the lock screen? I haven't been able to figure that out yet, I'd like to change the app shortcuts.
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When in lock screen selection, select settings.
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Nice write up btw
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Thanks, I don't ever use the rosie launcher so I never saw that. Good review too!
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The charging port is a mhl port which is a modified hdmi to micro usb port that allows charging while connected to a display. You listed it as a standard micro usb....just helping
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So our micro usb will charge while using hdmi? one of my dislikes was loosing the seperate hdmi cause I thought it wouldn't charge.
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Enjoyed the review. Clicked on 3 ads for you!!! lol also enjoy the phone...
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The charging port is a mhl port which is a modified hdmi to micro usb port that allows charging while connected to a display. You listed it as a standard micro usb....just helping
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Thanks, but can you tell me where you found that spec? I've scanned the user manual and found no mention of connecting to a TV using HDMI to microUSB cable, mlh, etc. All the references mention is using WiFi to a DLNA compatible device. I would simply test it myself but don't have the right cable. This is the first time I've heard of mhl ports.
if youre using adsense you cant ask users to click ads =P they will/can lock accounts over it. nice review nontheless,
Thanks for checking it out, everyone. I amended the USB port mention. Going back today to add mention of FM radio. Anything else that you consider a killer feature/app that people should know about?
Thanks again,
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I realize no one has had this phone for very long. Just wondering if anyone has started to recognize a key feature or two on the Evo 3D which you can't live without now? If so, what would that feature be?
4D
sand1303 said:
So our micro usb will charge while using hdmi? one of my dislikes was loosing the seperate hdmi cause I thought it wouldn't charge.
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The connector allows compatible displays to charge the evo3d while output to external display
4dthinker said:
Thanks, but can you tell me where you found that spec? I've scanned the user manual and found no mention of connecting to a TV using HDMI to microUSB cable, mlh, etc. All the references mention is using WiFi to a DLNA compatible device. I would simply test it myself but don't have the right cable. This is the first time I've heard of mhl ports.
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Check this out
http://www.pcworld.com/article/224312/why_the_htc_evo_3ds_mhl_technology_matters.html
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The connector allows compatible displays to charge the evo3d while output to external display
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wander what makes a display "compatible". wander if my hd computer monitor will charge it. it has an hdmi, also my projection hdtv in the living room has hdmi
If the MHL spec is only a year old, I'm guessing any HDTV older than that won't be compatible.
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I'm curious, because several people have asked me how good the 3D sounds playing music. If you have an opinion I'd love to hear it.
Personally I have a Google Music Beta account and access to all my music on the 3D. My favorite reference headphones have too big a plug to seat well in the headphone jack (with my otterbox case on), so I haven't compared them with the better media players I have. Using a lesser headset I'd rate the output 8/10. No noticable static or audible noise. Not gapless, at least with the Music app. Good frequency range. Good channel seperation.
I did bump into one "bug" when listening to a 3D binaural recoding streamed from my Google account. This one recording had no 3D effect, and sounded as if it had been transcoded to a mono file. Listening to the same recording stored locally on the phone there was no such defect and it sounded very "3D".
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sand1303 said:
wander what makes a display "compatible". wander if my hd computer monitor will charge it. it has an hdmi, also my projection hdtv in the living room has hdmi
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Displays currently don't charge via the hdmi port, still awaiting manufacturers to make displays that support the tech
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hey need some info. To connect my Photon to the TV via HDMI, do I need dock or it can be done with out it, straight HDMI to HDMI?
thanx..
Etboost said:
hey need some info. To connect my Photon to the TV via HDMI, do I need dock or it can be done with out it, straight HDMI to HDMI?
thanx..
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You need a micro HDMI cable. But that is all. You don't need a dock. You can pick up Micro HDMI cables at Verizon stores, or online. Most everything will mirror, but things like HBO GO app, and Sprint TV will not.
Bought my hdmi cable off Ebay for two bucks.... But thing is in mirror its stretched and blocky..... Not expected from hdmi. Is there a fix to this?
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Yes, it's upscaled from 960x540 and even with full hd upscale, it's looking bad, only fix I know, is using mirroring through webtop, it looks much better there.
moparfreak426 said:
Bought my hdmi cable off Ebay for two bucks.... But thing is in mirror its stretched and blocky..... Not expected from hdmi. Is there a fix to this?
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Yes, I have noticed that it is a little pixelated over standard HDMI. As for being stretched, you want to check the aspect ratio that your TV is using. There should be a button that something like "pic size" or "aspect ratio". It will give you options like 16:9, 4:3, zoom, pan & scan, and maybe zoom 2 or something. Make sure that you are on 16:9.
The other thing is that although the interface looks bad, once you start playing a movie, or game, they usually look a lot better. Those run better when webtop is not running. But if you are browsing the web, or something like that, run it through webtop. You can use the webtop over HDMI hack found in development.
bradleyw801 said:
You can use the webtop over HDMI hack found in development.
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you could always download the "nebtop.apk" assuming u still have webtop installed. this gives way better picture! and eliminates the need of a dock
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What are some options to hook the phone to a TV.? HDMI RCA ...???
Hdmi mhl adapter. Make sure it's one with a power source made for note 2 or sgs3.
I have the official Samsung Smart Dock and a HDMI cable. I just put the phone on the dock and connect the HDMI from the dock to the TV and get instant display
DroidOnRoids said:
I have the official Samsung Smart Dock and a HDMI cable. I just put the phone on the dock and connect the HDMI from the dock to the TV and get instant display
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Been debating spending the money on this? In your opinion was it worth the purchase? Do you use it alot?
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Been debating spending the money on this? In your opinion was it worth the purchase? Do you use it alot?
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Well, I got it for 75 dollars but it was originally 100. I'd say if you use the phone for multi-media purposes (watch movies on standard TV), then get it. But I wouldn't just buy if you want to dock/charge it and nothing else. Personally, I use my dock to make my Note 2 a giant PC. I connect my mouse and keyboard to the USB slots on the dock and connect the dock to the TV so I can browse the internet and what not on a bigger screen. That to me is worth the money. You should get it! It does a lot!
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Well, I got it for 75 dollars but it was originally 100. I'd say if you use the phone for multi-media purposes (watch movies on standard TV), then get it. But I wouldn't just buy if you want to dock/charge it and nothing else. Personally, I use my dock to make my Note 2 a giant PC. I connect my mouse and keyboard to the USB slots on the dock and connect the dock to the TV so I can browse the internet and what not on a bigger screen. That to me is worth the money. You should get it! It does a lot!
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Ah yes. That is exactly what i'd be doing is a pc like setup. I had a similar setup back in the early bionic days but that phone just didn't have the hardware to double as a desktop. Thinking the n2 will bring what it was missing. Appreciate the feedback!
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Hdmi mhl adapter. Make sure it's one with a power source made for note 2 or sgs3.
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Okay say I purchase this...is there a setting on the phone for when its hooked up?
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Hdmi mhl adapter. Make sure it's one with a power source made for note 2 or sgs3.
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I use the Samsung mhl adaptor made for the SG3. It worked perfect in my SG3 and now works perfectly for the N2 (I use it every day)
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blackbass595 said:
Okay say I purchase this...is there a setting on the phone for when its hooked up?
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You don't need a setting, you just plug it in/hook it up and after selecting the correct input on the TV it works automatically.
I have a little problem. I wonder if I can get some help. When my phone is connected to the dock the edges Getty cut off from ask sides. I have changed the ratio of my tv but nothing happens. Any work around to bet the screen to fit perfectly?
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I have a little problem. I wonder if I can get some help. When my phone is connected to the dock the edges Getty cut off from ask sides. I have changed the ratio of my tv but nothing happens. Any work around to bet the screen to fit perfectly?
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I have a setting on my TV that changes the mode to PC or TV, check and see if your TV has that. It fixes my issues with the screen being cut off.
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Get the Smart Dock... I got it for half off from Samsung. Worth it for that.
If you want to try to get it for $50, let me know. I'm not promising anything, but I think you should be able to get it as well.
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elgiggles said:
I have a little problem. I wonder if I can get some help. When my phone is connected to the dock the edges Getty cut off from ask sides. I have changed the ratio of my tv but nothing happens. Any work around to bet the screen to fit perfectly?
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Check see if you have overscan in video settings(on your monitor). Turn that off.
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MunkinDrunky said:
Check see if you have overscan in video settings(on your monitor). Turn that off.
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I have been using the MHL adapter that was purchased directly from Samsung for the Note 2. Oddly enough, since day 1 of me owning it, I have had the edges of the screen cut off from the display. I've checked every setting on my tv and nothing has fixed it.
Now here's the interesting part, every other phone I have tried to troubleshoot this issue with, (two sgs3's, an sgs4, I haven't found another note 2 to try it with) has worked perfectly, without changing any TV settings, and without the edges being cut off. So with that being said, I've been trying to figure out why my Note 2 is the only one that has this problem, to no avail.
Any help would be much appreciated! Thanks!
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I have been using the MHL adapter that was purchased directly from Samsung for the Note 2. Oddly enough, since day 1 of me owning it, I have had the edges of the screen cut off from the display. I've checked every setting on my tv and nothing has fixed it.
Now here's the interesting part, every other phone I have tried to troubleshoot this issue o sgs3's, an sgs4, I haven't found another note 2 to try it with) has worked perfectly, without changing any TV settings, and without the edges being cut off. So with that being said, I've been trying to figure out why my Note 2 is the only one that has this problem, to no avail.
Any help would be much appreciated! Thanks!
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I wouldn't know why only the note ii is doing that. With my note ii on different monitors or tvs (either) there is definitely variation in display. Some tvs you can't change the scan settings and will be stuck with the picture as is ( as far as I know-probably worth researching). Some you can change the setting and your all good or some monitors will display the whole image properly. Thats just my experience. I too would be Iinclined to have a more technical explination... i just havent sought one yet.
i have pc settings but since i dont have anything connected there i cant change them. i have tried it in 3 different tvs and played with the settings but nothing seems to work. i got to admit. its no big deal but in really bothers me for some reason. especially when it comes to the multi window tab...
Or you can get the chromcast
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Or Cheapcast
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If you're using touchwiz, you can use miracast too. I picked up a Samsung allshare box from best buy for $100 and it works for me, though others have had problems.
Hi all,
Trying to output to TV - I have HDMI plugged into the TV and into the tablet using the HDMI port on the tablet but not seeing anything on the screen.
Is there anything I need to do to make the image output to the TV?
I am using a custom ROM - Woogy
Thanks
I am using the stock Rom. All I do is connect it as you have done and what ever is showing on the tablet is mirrored on the TV including sound.
I've not heard of Woogy. That may be your problem right there... All bets are off when you start using a non-factory OS.
I'm sure you had your reasons for the change to this ROM. You may want to investigate with the Woogy development community... Support of the HDMI is rather integrated to the OS.
AndroWook sorry
You might want to check what version of HDMI cable you have. I bought one from Amazon and it didn't work. Assuming the tablet or port was faulty, I RMA'ed it. Unsurprisingly, it was returned by Asus with a note saying "No fault found". It turns out that you need the correct type of HDMI cable, specifically 1.4. Look for "with Ethernet" in the description.
I bought a "with Ethernet" and it works great! http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0060AU5MW
I have connected to the TV via HDMI using Androwook 2.2 and Stock / Surdu_Petru / Hund's Kernel, all have worked in 720p mode no problem.
Some cables are stiffer to plug all the way in.
I will check mine again when I get home. Didn't work though when I tried.
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Oh, and it was a 1.4 cable
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I would try a different cable first. It should be pretty straight forward after you plug it in. If another cable does not work, I would look into that custom ROM that you're using.
Asus_USA said:
I would try a different cable first. It should be pretty straight forward after you plug it in. If another cable does not work, I would look into that custom ROM that you're using.
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Any idea on how to get the crop mode for HDMI back on 4.2? I see that ASUS has removed the feature...
My device no longer can go full screen when watching movies, and using it in general through HDMI...
sahilcc7 said:
Any idea on how to get the crop mode for HDMI back on 4.2? I see that ASUS has removed the feature...
My device no longer can go full screen when watching movies, and using it in general through HDMI...
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I think there is no way to use crop mode in 4.2, btw in Mx player, you can still use "cut" and "zoom" mode, to watch the movie in real fullscreen. It work for me fine.
Be careful with the micro-HDMI port. Don't put too much strain on it. I have to position my cable just right to make it work now (My Prime is a year and a half old). I only use it to play controller enabled games on my TV though.
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Be careful with the micro-HDMI port. Don't put too much strain on it. I have to position my cable just right to make it work now (My Prime is a year and a half old). I only use it to play controller enabled games on my TV though.
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I have a similar issue with mine now. If it's not positioned properly the picture goes all fuzzy. I really need HDMI to work because we watch movies though the prime on the home theatre a few times a week!
You cant pick up the prime with hdmi plugged in or it will probably break. Has to be flat on a surface...
So flimsy...