[Q] Would it be possible to use this as Miracast input? - Shield Q&A

So I have no idea how Miracast works and have no clue if it is possible but i think it would be awesome to use this to accept Miracast from my Nexus 4 and HDMI output to my television. I know that because it has Android 4.2 it should support Miracast output but with how buggy all things Miracast that I have seen are, I would not want to use it for gaming anyway.

Exynoshd said:
So I have no idea how Miracast works and have no clue if it is possible but i think it would be awesome to use this to accept Miracast from my Nexus 4 and HDMI output to my television. I know that because it has Android 4.2 it should support Miracast output but with how buggy all things Miracast that I have seen are, I would not want to use it for gaming anyway.
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If you have a really good Miracast dongle for your TV (definitely not the Rocketcrap one), it's apparently pretty good. I have only tried the Rocketfish version, and while it worked for a short bit, it hiccuped and died a horrible death. The Nexus 4 is horrible for Miracast, so don't use that as an example. That's because Miracast is basically just an MPEG stream sent over a dedicated wifi channel (WiFi Direct). This is why the Nexus 7 can't do Miracast... It doesn't have the ability to have a second channel open at the same time. SHIELD has hardware-accelerated MPEG encoding, so Miracast runs a lot smoother and with less latency. The Nexus 4 either lacks the hardware encoder, or for some reason, doesn't use it.
But to answer your original question: By default, no, you can't turn SHIELD into a Miracast dongle. Technically, it *is* possible, and I've seen it done on similar hardware, but it's not something the device is designed or programmed to do.

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Mirroring Thread (miracast/slimport/widi/chromecast/etc)

Anyone have any experience with any of the above methods for mirroring/'casting'?
I have the chromecast and I think we have all understand how that works and its limitations.
anyone bought any slimport or widi/miracast accessories/dongles? please share your setup/experiences,etc.
I have a 2012 samsung smart plasma that has a WiDi feature (60PM6700) but even though it recognizes the N5, it will not cast.
no slimport dongles?
widi is not miracast. I have a netgear ptv3000 that supports both. I get my n5 this week, we'll see if it works.
I'm curious about miracast as well, though I'm pretty sure it sucks in comparison to iOS Airplay Mirroring. Didn't have too much lag, and most videos or information I've seen about miracast show a pretty significant lag.
I bought a slimport off ebay. it was one of the cheapest ones I saw. Works great. Display is butter smooth, landscape fills the screen completely, which is nice because both tv and phone are 1080p. There seems to be little to no input lag between phone and screen. The average person wouldn't tell a difference. Also, the usb connector is nice as I just plug that end into the back of my tv, so it charges the phone while displaying on screen. I have been looking for a micro usb extension cable to connect to the slimport, as I have a small living space, and something like a 10-15ft cable could be hidden pretty well and I could use it from my couch to charge my phone as well as display on screen.
In case anyone was curious, I have a Samsung TV with "Allshare". Read up somewhere that its supposed to be some sort of Samsung customized Miracast, but alas, I could not get my phone to connect to it wirelessly.
Just tried it on a newer model Sony 50 inch TV with Miracast support and it didn't work
They really need to enforce the standard otherwise its useless...
unvaluablespace said:
In case anyone was curious, I have a Samsung TV with "Allshare". Read up somewhere that its supposed to be some sort of Samsung customized Miracast, but alas, I could not get my phone to connect to it wirelessly.
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Same here, 2012 Samsung smart TV and it recognizes my phone, but the phone doesn't recognize the TV.
I got a TV firmware update last night, and it didn't change the connection
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I tried with a SONY R520 TV that is supposed to have Miracast screen mirroring, the phone and TV try to connect with each other but ultimately it says registration failed on the TV. The same thing occurs with a 2013 N7, and my dad's N4, all running KitKat. I wish I could have tested with my dad's N4 on Jellybean, but the update came the day before we ordered the TV...
I ordered a chinese Miracast adapter on ebay, will report back when it arrives.
Works just fine with my Netgear PVT 3000.
testinguser said:
widi is not miracast. I have a netgear ptv3000 that supports both. I get my n5 this week, we'll see if it works.
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Oh jesus. That is the thing that completely turned me off to miracast probably forever. Seriously, a Nexus 4 and Nexus 7 both lagging like crazy sitting 10 inches away from that miracast box trying to stream 720p video. You have to be kidding me Netgear. Thats the best you got? I get that the problem is miracast in general, as its an absolute disaster of a "standard", but you can't advertise that your box is compatible with a device if its a disaster to use with that device.
muyoso said:
Oh jesus. That is the thing that completely turned me off to miracast probably forever. Seriously, a Nexus 4 and Nexus 7 both lagging like crazy sitting 10 inches away from that miracast box trying to stream 720p video. You have to be kidding me Netgear. Thats the best you got? I get that the problem is miracast in general, as its an absolute disaster of a "standard", but you can't advertise that your box is compatible with a device if its a disaster to use with that device.
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Exactly my experience with the ptv3000 and a n4 then a n5.
So I ordered chromecasts, fingers crossed.
so some people are having good results with the PTV 3000 and some bad (amazon rating is 3 stars)?
All i want is one box/accessory to stream. it seems like none have good reviews.
rubber guard said:
so some people are having good results with the PTV 3000 and some bad (amazon rating is 3 stars)?
All i want is one box/accessory to stream. it seems like none have good reviews.
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Thats because "miracast" isn't a standard and its completely random if your device will be compatible with it or not. And then when it does work its random if it will be stable and if it will be able to stream video well. Its the worst. Save yourself the frustration and just get a slimport dongle.
I think the Dongle should support connection without DRM like for xperia tab. PTV has been reported to not work on Experia tab thread
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yup - this certainly looks a lot like a mess!
Both the OP's TV and his phone are claimed on the official Miracast website to be compatible (links at the bottom of this page) yet clearly they lie.
Shame - I saw a demonstration video of miracast a while back and was a bit blown away - had been on the lookout for a dongle, my wife having an aversion to wires in the living room.
edit - you probably read this glowing review of miracast already - which happens to link to the same page I linked to above
miracast works fine for me on an LG smart TV (LN575S)
rayiskon said:
miracast works fine for me on an LG smart TV (LN575S)
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I think that is a 2013 model, no?
Mine is 2012.
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Landscape mode works great using Slimport. Not 100% sure if it's outputting 1080p though or if it's a scaling issue. There is very little noticeable lag, so I don't think it's converting to 720p. I'll test it later with a resolution app.
rayiskon said:
miracast works fine for me on an LG smart TV (LN575S)
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You need to have build in WiFi or dongle for it to work (I'll think)
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rubber guard said:
I think that is a 2013 model, no?
Mine is 2012.
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yes it is a 2013 model
aikelo said:
You need to have build in WiFi or dongle for it to work (I'll think)
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you don't need wifi for miracast
you need it for DLNA for example or chromecast
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yes it is a 2013 model
you don't need wifi for miracast
you need it for DLNA for example or chromecast
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My TV and obv n5 are WiFi and on same network.
They recognize each other, but won't connect
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Nexus 4 as a computer

Im looking for a device that will charge have usb ports for keyboard and mouse and hdmi out to a tv. that way I can use my Nexus 4 running ubuntu touch as a computer. Any ideas?
As much as I would love something like that, I just don't think it exists sadly
X-TraxxX said:
Im looking for a device that will charge have usb ports for keyboard and mouse and hdmi out to a tv. that way I can use my Nexus 4 running ubuntu touch as a computer. Any ideas?
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It's not possible to have HDMI out and USB access at the same time. (Not to mention, the Nexus 4 doesn't even support USB-OTG without a custom kernel.)
What you would have to do is get a SlimPort adapter and a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse.
X-TraxxX said:
Im looking for a device that will charge have usb ports for keyboard and mouse and hdmi out to a tv. that way I can use my Nexus 4 running ubuntu touch as a computer. Any ideas?
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The only device I used that was connected via HDMI and used with a bluetooth keyboard was the Motorola Atrix.
what about this one?
It's an Android dongle, you connect it to any TV via HDMI, you plug it to a power source, and voilĂ 
Android KitKat full HD on your TV!
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what about this one?
It's an Android dongle, you connect it to any TV via HDMI, you plug it to a power source, and voilĂ 
Android KitKat full HD on your TV!
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Looks pretty nice.
Does Ubuntu support Chromecast? Couldn't you just get a Chromecast and a BT keyboard and mouse and pretty much accomplish the same thing without using USB at all (except to charge, obviously)? I know it's possible in Android, it is built into the Chromecast app...
acejavelin said:
Does Ubuntu support Chromecast? Couldn't you just get a Chromecast and a BT keyboard and mouse and pretty much accomplish the same thing without using USB at all (except to charge, obviously)? I know it's possible in Android, it is built into the Chromecast app...
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The chromecast is made to use with phones, tablets, and chrome browsers. Not BT keyboards and mice.
wolfen69 said:
The chromecast is made to use with phones, tablets, and chrome browsers. Not BT keyboards and mice.
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I understand, but that is not what I meant. I meant cast the screen of the Nexus 4, and use a BT mouse and keyboard to control the Nexus 4... Essentially using the Chromecast as your HDMI output from the device.
acejavelin said:
I understand, but that is not what I meant. I meant cast the screen of the Nexus 4, and use a BT mouse and keyboard to control the Nexus 4... Essentially using the Chromecast as your HDMI output from the device.
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It wouldn't work in Ubuntu, casting screen to Chromecast is a proprietary feature that requires Android.
It is definitely possible to use a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse while casting to Chromecast, but the slight lag caused by screen mirroring, combined with the slight lag from the Bluetooth keyboard and mouse, makes it borderline unusable. It does, however, free up the USB port to plug in a USB mouse and keyboard with an OTG Y cable and a hub.
I can't see why you would want to use Nexus 4 as a desktop PC. The android OS and UI are totally unsuitable unless you want to impress your friends
If you want something small and portable, you should look at getting an Intel NUC or similar. Much more powerful and much much more suitable for desktop OS stuff.
Could always look into the likes of the Asus Transformers? I personally use the transformer prime with its dock and it works like a ultrabook has handled everything I have thrown at it too but for all the hardcore applications I have my desktop
Also for a heads up you could be interested in the Asus transformer book, its a windows tablet, but add the likes of Console OS and you can dual boot windows and android with full support for their respective apps/programs on each side
Ive got a MyDP Slimport Adapter and a Bluetooth Keyboard and Mouse. The only downside is that Ubuntu Touch does not support Desktop Convergence Yet. I hope its around the corner. The nexus is powerful enough for me and hope that the desktop mode is enabled and works as planned. Its a great idea to dock your phone and use it as your desktop.
Thanks for thre recommendation.
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I can't see why you would want to use Nexus 4 as a desktop PC. The android OS and UI are totally unsuitable unless you want to impress your friends
If you want something small and portable, you should look at getting an Intel NUC or similar. Much more powerful and much much more suitable for desktop OS stuff.
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I was attempting to make the Ubuntu Touch Desktop Convergence experience a reality on my Nexus 4. It seems it maybe around the corner.

Mircasting

Anyone know of a top rated dongle to use for miracasting? I have a Sony tv, but it doesn't have mirascasting capabilities.
which series TV do you have the new W8 and W9 comes with screen mirroring built in.
The top rated "cheapest" dongle is by a company called Measy. check it on Amazon. See it in action here.
trancelated said:
which series TV do you have the new W8 and W9 comes with screen mirroring built in.
The top rated "cheapest" dongle is by a company called Measy. check it on Amazon. See it in action here.
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I have a 2007 Sony KDS60A3000. It's too old to have any fancy stuff, lol
I use a Roku Stick HDMI that I got free for beta testing. It works well as miracasting/mirroring dongle for my LG Smart TV, which ironically does not have built in Miracast support. The Roku Stick HDMI is I think $35 now, comes with remote and you can even use the Android app as a remote.
Most importantly the Roku supports the 5Ghz band as well which is important as I live in a 2.4Ghz congested neighborhood. Also microwaves and bluetooth can interfere with 2.4Ghz as well. Its well worth the money.
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I use a Roku Stick HDMI that I got free for beta testing. It works well as miracasting/mirroring dongle for my LG Smart TV, which ironically does not have built in Miracast support. The Roku Stick HDMI is I think $35 now, comes with remote and you can even use the Android app as a remote.
Most importantly the Roku supports the 5Ghz band as well which is important as I live in a 2.4Ghz congested neighborhood. Also microwaves and bluetooth can interfere with 2.4Ghz as well. Its well worth the money.
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Will Chromecast work? I seen it can mirror the display, but what about sound?
Eric Violette said:
Will Chromecast work? I seen it can mirror the display, but what about sound?
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Z3 is in the supported devices list from Chromecast, so yes, it should
https://support.google.com/chromecast/answer/6059461?hl=en
Yep Chromecast also works.
G-FACE said:
Z3 is in the supported devices list from Chromecast, so yes, it should
https://support.google.com/chromecast/answer/6059461?hl=en
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One last question about chromecast. I have seen where it can mirror apps and webpages, but what about videos saved on the phone itself, like downloaded movies and home movies/videos taken from the Z3 itself? Target has Chromecast for $22, heading out there after work to pick one up, IF IT CAN MIRROR/SCREEN Z3 personal videos.
Need help with chromecast
So I picked up Chromecast for $22 at Target today. It appears to work, with the exceptin that the screen on my phone is required to stay on. Is there a setting I am missing that allows my phone screen to be turned off, but still watch a video?
Nope. With Root/bootloader unlocking maybe.
I love the Chromecast, but no 5Ghz WiFi, which is bad, I get dropouts from interference from neighbors and espescially my microwave occasionally.
I personally dont have internet at home so I utilize the Belkin Miracast Adapter. Chromecast doesn't seem to work without a wireless router in the home.
Its a little bit pricey but it performs the best in terms of latency and doesn't require a wireless router to perform; all it needs is your phone and your TV. This adapter also has 5ghz support and works well with my Z3.
I had the Roku Streaming stick before I purchased this adapter and the Miracast option is available but it is very laggy and glitchy for me. Most likely since it is still in beta.
Hope this helps
I was a Roku Beta tester recently, its much better now. In Miracast there is always a minor lag though.
Fix to mirrorcasting w/ chromecast
So, I was able to fix the issue with my screen remaining on while mirrorcasting. I was irritated at the beginning because when I used showbox on my phone, the screen would remain on while casting to Chromecast. Also, when casting, you can't use your phone, due to casting.
Here's the fix and work around. Some may have already known this.. I downloaded an app called localcast (allcast works just the same). localcast acts like a server on your phone, so there is no mirroring (and you can turn your screen off and it still runs like a normal app), thus once the video starts, you are free to use your phone like you normally do. I also noticed the skipping of the video was eliminated when I stopped mirrorcasting and started using localcast!

Any HDMI adapter for 6P?

hi,
Can 6P output video over USB-C?
Can generic USB C-type cable to HDMI be used?
Any other specific for 6P adapter can be used for HDMI wired output?
No, I don't need / want chromecast or miracast or etc wi-fi streaming.
thanks.
6p does not output hdmi
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heleos said:
6p does not output hdmi
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Why do they sell an hdmi adapter on the Google store then?
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rubi76 said:
Why do they sell an hdmi adapter on the Google store then?
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For the Pixel chromebook.
The 6P supports WiFi Direct, so I would suggest you go that route if at all possible. You may need to get a Miracast dongle for your flat panel display of projector.
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The 6P supports WiFi Direct, so I would suggest you go that route if at all possible. You may need to get a Miracast dongle for your flat panel display of projector.
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I need HDMI for my car Appradio HU
I thought that if 6P has type-C than it will have hdmi over it ... or hope it'll have it
mikek753 said:
I need HDMI for my car Appradio HU
I thought that if 6P has type-C than it will have hdmi over it ... or hope it'll have it
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During the reddit AMA they said it would not output hdmi. I also didn't think about this when ordering (i have an appradio hu as well)
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I think because it's still USB 2.0 that it can't output via HDMI. On another note don't waste your time with a miracast dongle. I'm pretty sure Google dropped support for that to exclusively use Chromecast. IMHO I feel it's leaps and bounds better than miracast anyway and you can still mirror your phone
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Smallsmx3 said:
I think because it's still USB 2.0 that it can't output via HDMI. On another note don't waste your time with a miracast dongle. I'm pretty sure Google dropped support for that to exclusively use Chromecast. IMHO I feel it's leaps and bounds better than miracast anyway and you can still mirror your phone
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HDMI works just fine over USB2, it's MHL or SlimPort that extracts video/audio from phone microUSB port. I don't know details how it works, but that I use for my S3 with MHL adapter to feed HDMI input.
The specs say specifically WiFi Direct, which is what Miracast uses as the transport, so Miracast should work. It works well with my Nexus 7, and the Nexus 4, 5 and 10 work as well. The Motorola Nexus 6 did not support WiFi Direct. If Chromecast supports mirroring to the USB port of a flat panel or projector to display the output of the phone or tablet screen for PowerPoint, AutoCAD, etc, then great. At least in the past, that was not the case.
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If Chromecast supports mirroring to the USB port of a flat panel or projector to display the output of the phone or tablet screen for PowerPoint, AutoCAD, etc, then great. At least in the past, that was not the case.
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thats... not how chromecast works. receiving device needs something (chromecast, roku, fire stick) that supports the chromecast protocol (cast method). from there, you can mirror (cast) your device screen or chrome tab.
as far as using a miracast dongle goes, i believe it's the same principle as chromecast. you won't get display through the USB port of your device. the dongle has to connect through some video throughput (usually HDMI). most (if not all) display-only devices do not have the capability to accept display through a USB port.
I don't understand why it doesn't support hdmi output. The s6 doesn't either. I don't want use chromecast because i use my unlimited data plan to stream movies. That's only thing i'm jelly of the iphone right now.
omf05 said:
I don't understand why it doesn't support hdmi output. The s6 doesn't either. I don't want use chromecast because i use my unlimited data plan to stream movies. That's only thing i'm jelly of the iphone right now.
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what does having UDP and steaming movies have to do with CC? are you saying you want to steam movies from your phone to your device? there are apps that do this, including ES File Manager. if you're traveling, you'll need two devices to set up the CC to use your hotspot, but short of that, CC should work great for your needs.
everyone has different use case
for me I need that phone output video over HDMI input of my car radio (Appradio)
and I'd like to have it over cable
in my case streaming over wi-fi comes with annoying latency - that's delay between car touchscreen action and video display as reaction
for me it isn't about movie streaming, but GPS and other car related apps
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everyone has different use case
for me I need that phone output video over HDMI input of my car radio (Appradio)
and I'd like to have it over cable
in my case streaming over wi-fi comes with annoying latency - that's delay between car touchscreen action and video display as reaction
for me it isn't about movie streaming, but GPS and other car related apps
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This.
I thought I could live without root and ARUnchained so that Android Pay would work easily, and just get by with screen mirroring without touch interface on the head unit. Since Marshmallow, I haven't rooted and I've just been mirroring my N5 through SlimPort. I don't know that I can get by like this after being so used to full interface. And I imagine that the lag on Chromecast would be highly annoying. I'm quite disappointed there is no HDMI output on 6P, but I'm getting it anyway.
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thats... not how chromecast works. receiving device needs something (chromecast, roku, fire stick) that supports the chromecast protocol (cast method). from there, you can mirror (cast) your device screen or chrome tab.
as far as using a miracast dongle goes, i believe it's the same principle as chromecast. you won't get display through the USB port of your device. the dongle has to connect through some video throughput (usually HDMI). most (if not all) display-only devices do not have the capability to accept display through a USB port.
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Oops, you are right. I said USB, but meant HDMI. For my Actiontec dongle, you use the USB port to power it, but the HDMI port for the video / audio.
I'll be honest... I see almost no lag Casting my N5 screen of a 1080p Youtube clip to Chromecast 2.
It actually surprised the hell out of me that the quality of the cast was much better than choosing the same video through the YouTube app for Chromecast
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This.
I thought I could live without root and ARUnchained so that Android Pay would work easily, and just get by with screen mirroring without touch interface on the head unit. Since Marshmallow, I haven't rooted and I've just been mirroring my N5 through SlimPort. I don't know that I can get by like this after being so used to full interface. And I imagine that the lag on Chromecast would be highly annoying. I'm quite disappointed there is no HDMI output on 6P, but I'm getting it anyway.
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Crap! What do we do now? I also use ARUnchained with my AppRadio 3. Just got my 6P today.
mikek753 said:
everyone has different use case
for me I need that phone output video over HDMI input of my car radio (Appradio)
and I'd like to have it over cable
in my case streaming over wi-fi comes with annoying latency - that's delay between car touchscreen action and video display as reaction
for me it isn't about movie streaming, but GPS and other car related apps
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I use the 6P via miracast to my AppRadio and the lag is non existant. The Nexus 5 struggled a bit but the 6P doesn't. This is using a Microsoft Wireless adapter.
Assuming you have supported the ARU developer, then join the Alpha group and he has a version that automates the connection process for Miracast / Chromecast. I have also posted in the ARUR thread how to get the screen to dim down to nothing.
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omf05 said:
I don't understand why it doesn't support hdmi output. The s6 doesn't either. I don't want use chromecast because i use my unlimited data plan to stream movies. That's only thing i'm jelly of the iphone right now.
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Mainly because TV technology has moved on and the technology to stream is in most of those now. Very few phones will support MHL or Slimport going forwards, if any at all within a year.
I would not have bought the Nexus 6P if I'd known that it did not support HDMI out. No doubt about it.

Google Pixel (XL) Miracast

Does anyone know if either Pixel (XL) has Miracast built in? My Nexus 5 (2013) has Miracast and can cast to a wireless display. However, my Nexus 6P can not. I'm looking to finally use just one phone to connect to all my other devices (ie. TV, Spro2, PS4, and Computer monitor). I think it's sad I use my Nexus 5 (2013) just as much if not more than my Nexus 6P, being the newer phone. Hopefully if the Pixel has Miracast, I can have just one phone again. Someone PLEASE help me with your tech-savvy knowledge. :fingers-crossed:
Possible Miracast functionality
I came across this article that mentions a trick that enables Miracast support. I have not received my Pixel yet so I am unable to test. I too am interested to see if this works since I have a pico projector that uses Miracast.
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/blog/2016/10/how-to-connect-your-google-pixel-to-your-tv/
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I came across this article that mentions a trick that enables Miracast support. I have not received my Pixel yet so I am unable to test. I too am interested to see if this works since I have a pico projector that uses Miracast.
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/blog/2016/10/how-to-connect-your-google-pixel-to-your-tv/
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I just looked at the directions. Will need root as build.prop edits are needed.
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I just went through that hack on my pixel xl adding the line to build.prop did indeed and the ability to check wiFi connect in cast settings and it actually shows that it's detecting the TV and connects but doesn't transfer video or audio hmmmm.
If anyone has successfully done this please let us know
Thanks ZR1
I have now tested this, and it does not work. It works as the last poster described. The "Enable Wireless Display" button does work now and you can pair it with a device. But once you attempt to connect to the paired device it is disconnected. Seems like it's missing some library or something.
I want to keep this thread going as I really need this feature to use in my Truck while in the back cabin. I have a Belkin Miracast Dongle and I like being able to send my movies from my phone to the TV. Help a trucker out! I'm pretty tech savy, and can grab logcats or whatever is required, message me and I'll be happy to test or gather any data for you.
Thanks in advance.
PS. Keep this thread going.
Waiting for a solution to this? I have Miracast in my car and can not cast to it
I really wish this gets resolved soon. I do impromptu powerpoint presentations and other seminars often, and I've been doing those just with my older phones and Miracast-supported TVs or projectors. Now I have to use the Microsoft WiFi Display Adaptor with the Pixel, which is fine except for those times my external monitors don't have HDMI port.
What's interesting is that I can project photos and videos from the Pixel to a Miracast TV without problem, using AllCast. However, I really need to project everything else, not just items from the gallery.
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I really wish this gets resolved soon. I do impromptu powerpoint presentations and other seminars often, and I've been doing those just with my older phones and Miracast-supported TVs or projectors. Now I have to use the Microsoft WiFi Display Adaptor with the Pixel, which is fine except for those times my external monitors don't have HDMI port.
What's interesting is that I can project photos and videos from the Pixel to a Miracast TV without problem, using AllCast. However, I really need to project everything else, not just items from the gallery.
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Is AllCast an app?
PsiPhiDan said:
Is AllCast an app?
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It is an app in the play store. I can cast to my Miracast Sony Bravia HDTV just fine. So, this app apparently does something that the built-in cast function doesn't.
Has anyone figured out how to get this to work? I am rooted, (XL by the way), changed the buildprop and rebooted, everything works fine, it trys to finish the pairing process for screen mirroring but nothing happens with the roku. I can screen mirror perfectly on my LG G3 so I know its not the roku, must be something with the XL. Any help wold be greatly appreciated.
I may be wrong here but my fire TV has mirroring and I searched and searched on mirroring Android phones and I read that after a certain version Google pulled the feature from the newer OTA updates. I've tried downloading apps also and nothin works.
It does but as far as I know it only works for google devices like the Chromecast. I've never been able to get it to mirror to my LG smart TV that has Miracast enabled.
quangtran1 said:
I really wish this gets resolved soon. I do impromptu powerpoint presentations and other seminars often, and I've been doing those just with my older phones and Miracast-supported TVs or projectors. Now I have to use the Microsoft WiFi Display Adaptor with the Pixel, which is fine except for those times my external monitors don't have HDMI port.
What's interesting is that I can project photos and videos from the Pixel to a Miracast TV without problem, using AllCast. However, I really need to project everything else, not just items from the gallery.
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Does the Microsoft display adaptor actually let you mirror successfully? If so, link which one?
lordloki77 said:
Does the Microsoft display adaptor actually let you mirror successfully? If so, link which one?
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I have the original adapter.
I also have this question. I am trying to mirror my screen into my 2016 Honda CR-V head unit with my Google Pixel XL.

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