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Hi, I got the VBA emulator on my mac. I got a bunch of Roms off of coolrom.com and these Roms work great on my phone but when I open them on the VBA they are tiny , you can not enlarge them, also there a no controls on how to operate. So what I'm asking is where can I get good Roms and how do I use the controls.
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If you're having that much trouble with the emulator, try another one

I have VBA on Windows - it lets me re-size and you can check out what the default controls are through the menu.
If it works differently on a Mac, perhaps as suggested try another one.

OK I'll try that thx but any suggested emulators
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Does psx4droid work on nexus s

I installed and tried psx4droid and it would not load games. It will act as if it will launch and then brings me back to the choose rom screen. Just want to know if anyone has had better luck.
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I bought it too, while it was on sale, but it doesn't support the Nexus S yet. I'm hoping it will soon
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Snesoid doesnt work either.
Good.. well not good, but I thought it was just me.
Gameboid won't work either.
;'(
snesoid and nesoid both work great for me, but psx4droid does exactly what you described no workie.....
anybody manage to get it working on their nexus s?
I've got psx4droid v2 working fine on my nexus s.
Psx4Droid v2 currently works on Nexus S
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i used psx4droid 2 but it don't work >"< . so borring
Works for me. Did u install the BIOS?
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Works for me. Did u install the BIOS?
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Yup . I use 1001 bios . But it can t load any rom ( my droid 2 load it perfect )
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Been having trouble with version 3 on my Nexus S. I did a quick search for v2 dl the apk and installed it and used 1001 bios. Loaded two games (one in .iso and one in .bin) and both played fine.
v3 just isn't compatable with the Nexus S yet.
I've been playing with v3.0.6 on my CM7 (nightly 88) nexus s. The two games I've tried (MGS VR Missions, Final Fantasy Tactics) loaded and worked perfectly except I can't seem to figure out how to get the on screen virtual keypad to appear. I've never used psx4droid so I don't know if I've just missed a configuration option (I've double checked that the virtual keypad is enabled) or if this is a real bug. Bug report submitted here:
h t t p s ://github.com/zodttd/libpsx/issues/1 (sorry can't post links yet)
I wasn't sure where to submit the bug so it's likely to be moved.
If I remember correctley there was a opacity setting somewhere in there, that might help if you haven't already checked it.

Wiimote app

Has anyone got the wiimote to connect with their infuse? I would really like to use it with n64oid but it just wont work! Any ideas??
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not compatable with the samsung bluetooth stack, if you want to downgrade to bt2.1 it might work but i ont really know how to do that. better off waiting for cm7
What wiimote? The Nintendo wii remote? You are kidding right?
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What wiimote? The Nintendo wii remote? You are kidding right?
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what's there to kid about. many phones can connect to the wii mote. search the market. there are a few app that accomplish syncing a wiimote to android. unfortunately the wii mote is not compatible with the Samsung bt3.0 stack. cm7 is bt2.1 and fixes that problem.
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What wiimote? The Nintendo wii remote? You are kidding right?
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No joke...thanks for responding before doing a basic Google or market search...its working on my atrix but the infuse has a much better screen and HDMI mirror function
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Ok sorry I didn't know you 2 are kids, because I can't see adult using this on a smartphone.
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umm wii mote + hdmi+ smartphone + sega emulator = portable entertainment and a way to make friends envious. it is a common request actually and its great for travel and parties (my friends are geeks-hence me frequently visiting a cell phone forum) and it is great especially if you have kids or a nephew (I have 2 nephews)
This sounds awesome. Any other non-conventional devices connect to the phone?
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well the wii mote doesn't work on the infuse(works on most other androids) , but you can use a standard mouse and keyboard to game and navigate the ui. there are some game controlers that work but I can't remember which ones. search the sgs sections if you are interested.
Awesome, keyboard/mouse would come in handy considering these come with HDMI adapters, tomorrow will be a fun day. Lol
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Ok sorry I didn't know you 2 are kids, because I can't see adult using this on a smartphone. [End quote]
Its an android phone...you have no games or fun apps? Why didn't you get a blackberry buzz killington? Why click on this topic?
And I will look for those other controllers in the cappy forum...thanks!!
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Anyone know of a way to change the Bluetooth stack manually because I had it working on cm7 captivate........
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CM7 uses "googles bluetooth stack which is why it works. This might point someone in the right direction as I have no idea on how to change it.
On all non AOSP kernels the "Bluez" Stack has to be cooked into it. It's tougher than..., well I don't want to mention it.... and easier done with CM which is based off of AOSP.
Same with Sense roms as well, which is why I had such a hard time bouncing between AOSP and sense roms when I had my N1.....
Plus with our HDMI output, wouldn't it be just as easy to use the onscreen buttons on the phone even though there will be an overlay on the main screen...?
Well I got it to connect to my Infuse (and Touchpad). All the keystrokes are detected. Only problem is that they don't translate in N64oid or Tiger Snes--as if they aren't working.
Anybody find a workaround?
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On all non AOSP kernels the "Bluez" Stack has to be cooked into it. It's tougher than..., well I don't want to mention it.... and easier done with CM which is based off of AOSP.
Same with Sense roms as well, which is why I had such a hard time bouncing between AOSP and sense roms when I had my N1.....
Plus with our HDMI output, wouldn't it be just as easy to use the onscreen buttons on the phone even though there will be an overlay on the main screen...?
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Most emus with external controller support have the option to disable the controller overlay. Doesn't do you any good to not have the overlay without external input though, but I have tested this via HDMI output on the *-oid emus
havent tried wii mote, but i have successfully connected a ps3 controller & used it with psx4droid & snesoid
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Emulators Thread

You know you've wanted to play some games on an emulator on your phone. Old classics from the NES/SNES/GameBoy era.
Here's what I've tried so far (all under CM7):
Using my wiimote + nunchuck:
Download BluezIME-v1.14-Wiimote.apk (or the latest version that ends with Wiimote) from http://code.google.com/p/android-bluez-ime/downloads/list
Install it, and select Bluez IME as your input method. (Settings > Language and Keyboard)
Put your Wiimote into discoverable mode by pressing and holding 1 + 2 until the 4 indicator lights start flashing
After a few moments, BluezIME will recognize your Wiimote and list it
Select the Wiimote
Now you can use your Wiimote as a virtual keyboard!
Go into your emulator and select keyboard as input method, and configure the keys to your liking.
So far I've only tried SNESDroid as an emulator, but this should work with ANYTHING that accepts keyboard input, including your SMS app, web browser, etc. It's mapping your Wiimote keys to keys on a virtual keyboard on your phone.
Enjoy!
I'm big on emulators. I actually have quite the collection of real Sega, NES, and SNES cartridges. I wish VB supported the bluetooth drivers needed to use controller connectivity. I love having SNESDroid. I use my PS3 controller as an SNES controller for my emulator on my laptop. With CM9 about to drop, I will definately be making the switch, and hopefully CM9 will support the bluetooth drivers needed.
I would love to play someone in some Killer Instinct, or something else if they want to play on a PC emulator. All you need is ZSNES v1.42, the ROM, and Hamachi. Works perfect. I have a killer instinct tourney server on Hamachi.
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I'm big on emulators. I actually have quite the collection of real Sega, NES, and SNES cartridges. I wish VB supported the bluetooth drivers needed to use controller connectivity. I love having SNESDroid. I use my PS3 controller as an SNES controller for my emulator on my laptop. With CM9 about to drop, I will definately be making the switch, and hopefully CM9 will support the bluetooth drivers needed.
I would love to play someone in some Killer Instinct, or something else if they want to play on a PC emulator. All you need is ZSNES v1.42, the ROM, and Hamachi. Works perfect. I have a killer instinct tourney server on Hamachi.
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Wow, now I feel old after readying that... Lol
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So, does anyone want to play some SNES with me? You need zsnes 1.42 and Hamachi. I mainly play Killer Instinct and Biker Mice From Mars, and Zombies Ate My Neighbors. pm me for details.
As for emulating on phones, The app fb recommended doesn't have Sixaxis support yet, so I use Sixaxis Controller app. On the ICS roms, when you use that app, it makes the emulator a little laggy at times, like during high combos on KI.
wicked4u2c has posted a video on how to set up emulators on Android devices. He covers downloading the emulators/games, setting up wireless controllers, and connecting your device to your TV. If you get the chance, watch some more of his videos, they're excellent and cover many different Android related topics!
Also, while the free emulators are decent enough, I personally use Robert Broglia's emulators. They do cost a few bucks for each one, but his emulators are extremely accurate and very customizable. The ones I use (MD.emu, NES,emu, GBA.emu) run great on the Galaxy S 4G with only minor slowdowns here and there.
Have you guys heard about the new dream cast emulator?
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So cool fb ! and dreamcast emu ? Where ? Dreamcast was pretty much the last console i bought.... i feel so old
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I love snes9x ex it has Wiimote support built in. Can't wait for this Aries build with tv out! It's gonna be epic!
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Has anybody played with the dreamcast emu nullDCe I have it on my pc and found out that someone has made a android version. Well I've downloaded it and I get as far as the dreamcast logo any ideas
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Has anybody played with the dreamcast emu nullDCe I have it on my pc and found out that someone has made a android version. Well I've downloaded it and I get as far as the dreamcast logo any ideas
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Whoa, nullDC for Android? Do you have a link to the emulator? I'd definitely like to give that a try
http://www.mediafire.com/?cskk4r8wvb97n9r
That should be it. I found a Sega Saturn one too I'll find the link to that one. When I've got a little more time.
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Here's a link to the Sega Saturn one you can choose the build.
http://www.paulscode.com/forum/index.php?topic=200.msg3051#msg3051
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I sure many of you know about Dosbox, those who don't you can play old Dos based games like mechwarrior, xcom, and warcraft 2 the best part is battlenet works!
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Phonejoy work?
Can anyone tell me if phonejoy works with our phones? I'm on Gingerbread trying to find a controller that works.
Wow. For once I am glad someone pulled up an old thread. Been trying to connect the wii remote for a week now
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@ Cooptx- I read something about Samsung have f'ed something on our phones....something to do with L2cap connectivity.
As fb said he got it working, but he was on an MTD rom. I'm trying to get it on BML.
Look up Phonejoy. I've read about success stories with our device, I just can't figure out where to buy. The website is in between repairs.
BML is GB roms right? I am on MTD, so I should be fine.
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Yeah mtd works fine with Wiimotes but not so great with tv out
bml is the opposite. Can't win.
Ultragen has tv out with no green bar in landscape. It seemed to be a pretty solid rom too. I just like GB better. Seems to be snappier for me. My quad scores are double on GB also. I think this phonejoy thing is gonna be the best bet for our phones on GB. However, the website seems to be out of stock.
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Ultragen has tv out with no green bar in landscape.
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Really?! Hmm. Gonna have to look into this!

VBA PROBS need help!!

Hi, I got the VBA emulator on my mac. I got a bunch of Roms off of coolrom.com and these Roms work great on my phone but when I open them on the VBA they are tiny , you can not enlarge them, also there a no controls on how to operate. So what I'm asking is where can I get good Roms and how do I use the controls.
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[APP][ROOT]Change system animations [FRAMEWORK TOOL]

Yup guys you can change your system animations:thumbup: via this app u am not the developer I just support this app and would like to share this one with you guys
Description:
This app will make Theming your phone as easy as tapping on a button. The concept is easy:
You tap the MOD you want, and Framework Tool will apply it for you. Currently there are about 40 functions,such as animations, dialogs, backgrounds and other aspects of your phones or tablets system, but it is in beta state, and more will be added in the next hours, days, weeks, months. Now it is your turn! Take control of your phone and make it fit to your mood and style, use hot features as the possibility to use your own backgrounds (in the Settings application as an example) for the system (3.0+), with just a few taps, and no computer required! This application needs ROOT ACCESS and R/W on /system ! This App can now run on versions below 4.0, BUT all modifications are designed for Android 4.0, so they may not work as intended on versions below that!
Warning: Framework Tool does change framework files which may not be compatible on some ROMs or devices. Always make a backup before installing and use at your own risk.
Here's the Link
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...m=organic&utm_term=framework+tool+google+play
Please press thanks if I helped you
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Any support for gingerbread roms or atleast cm7?
No :banghead:
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Did anyone try it yet?
Any suggestions for the dev?
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Did anyone try it yet?
Any suggestions for the dev?
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Tried it. Bought it.
Didn't change animations at all..
LiquidSmooth ROM (4.2.2)
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First you must run the compatibility check function of the app to see that your ROM supports it or not...
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First you must run the compatibility check function of the app to see that your ROM supports it or not...
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I did that. It said it was compatible
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Yes it worked perfectly!
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Wow, this is great! Thanks!
I guess then u r unlucky
It is possible that this app makes the ui slow sometimes? it takes ages to open an app or switch between tasks in some cases
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No it just changes system animations it must have happened if you have chosen a heavy animation on a mid end device
Well I don't think the Gnex is a mid end device... And the only change I made is activity switching to ios sliding.
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Well I don't think the Gnex is a mid end device... And the only change I made is activity switching to ios sliding.
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Bad luck then try applying animations again or instead try a reboot I have always used it on a fresh flash so it was never the case for me
I advice you to use it on a new flash...
You can also set the speed for animations using Framework Tool, in case you they are to slow for you. On start screen open menu and then you will see.
Thanks for yor responses guys.
I don't mean the animation is slow, I mean it takes a lot of time (3 or 4 seconds) to start the animation. Once started, it goes smooth.
This happens only sometimes. I'm trying to figure if this issue is ROM related (pa 3.1). I'm going back to aokp and try again.
Thanks!!
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makejau said:
Thanks for yor responses guys.
I don't mean the animation is slow, I mean it takes a lot of time (3 or 4 seconds) to start the animation. Once started, it goes smooth.
This happens only sometimes. I'm trying to figure if this issue is ROM related (pa 3.1). I'm going back to aokp and try again.
Thanks!!
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Technically, android waits for the app you touched to draw the first image, then animates to it.
Another thing: You are on Android 4.2 right? Then the changes Framework Tool applies to the framework (in the aspect of app start animation) are "ignored".
The only impact on performance is if you change the "standard background", if it is very high-res, if will definatly have an impact on performance.
Sincerely,
Janis Elfert (dev of Framework Tool)
PS: As always, if you like my app, make sure to rate it!
works awesome!
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works awesome!
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If you haven't already, leave a nice rating at the Play Store. It would be very nice, cause it's rating will jump to 4.00 then !
It works most of time for me.

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