I was wondering how feasible it would be to use this as a desktop computer. I have a CDMA variant that a family member used back when they worked in the states but here in Canada, no carrier supports this phone so I want to
give it some other use around the house.
I know MHL is not supported but would there be any way to connect like a keyboard and a mouse to it and an external display to it?
Also, is it worth getting a chromecast and turning into a dedicated streaming device maybe? If anyone has any other possible creative uses of an old android phone, I am open to it.
Thanks!
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I have an android phone (x10 2.3.3) and I would like to mount it to my Xoom (3.2 hammerhead) wirelessly. When I connect my phone via usb OTG cable it works perfectly but I would prefer to get the same or similar results over wifi or bluetooth. I know there are many different file transfer apps but I dont want to have to download every file, this is mainly for looking at pics and maybe listening to music.
On a side note I have noticed that there are not many apps out there that integrate phones with tablets. I would assume most android tablet users would have an android phone as well. Another thing I would really like to do with my devices would be to use my phone as a mouse to control my tablet via bluetooth or any other wireless means.
I f anyone has some suggestions I would appreciate it after searching high and low for these type of integrated apps.
You can use Astaro to do so. It supports both wireless and bluetooth file transfers.
I want to be able to hook up my future Android handset to my TV and be able to use a bluetooth keyboard, and maybe a mouse.
What I would like to know is:
What phone that is available now that implements this well
What hardware I would need or may need to try out (such as an HDMI cable)
What software that would help this out if needed
What software would improve this type of experience
I have Sprint now, but may be looking to move to another carrier. I do not have a wireless router in my house, or any internet connection other than my phone. I would like to have a phone that runs Netflix very well.
Thanks!
Hello all, I've been wondering lately if it's possible for an Android phone to be plugged into an external touch screen and be completely controlled via the external touchscreen?
By possible, I actually mean easily done via some basic or maybe not so basic code.
I know some Android devices offer mirroring via mini hdmi, but you usually have to either control using a remote or the phone. I'd rather have it connect through the micro-usb port, lay the phone somewhere else, and fully control the phone through the external touch screen.
I tried to search, but wasn't sure what to use for the search and all I found was ways to remotely control you pc using your device.
no i dont think so....a web application is there for controlling your phone via wifi with the help of router..
Airdroid try it..
shyamjptpm said:
no i dont think so....a web application is there for controlling your phone via wifi with the help of router..
Airdroid try it..
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Thanks for the reply. I'll give Airdroid a try, but I was looking for a more direct option. I'm thinking there has to be a way since the webtops/laptop docks seem to work well, but again those use mouses/keyboards for control.
I am hot on this idea too
I have a lilliput 4 wire resistive screen that i want to use a carputer.
I have seen one solution that is stuck in "coming soon" that requires some manual intervention called customgadz...google it. It's expensive.
I have googled endlessly to try and find a way to input the Liliput directly into the Atrix HD dock as a USB input but the touch screen needs to be calibrated.
So i've resorted to emailing liliput to see what they say.
Heya folks! Looking to buy the TV bundle instead of getting the 60€ controller separately.
Now from what I understand is that the controller uses Wifi instead of BT which leads to my next question: is switching output (TV/Tablet) possible on the fly or do you need to change device like with BT setups?
Don't answer unless you got both devices and do this (if possible), as any other way is meaningless to me. I already have a PS3 controller which I only use for my desktop/laptop so it defeats the purpose in case anyone is trying to recommend that.
edit: in nearly January I will pick up a Shield TV and try this out myself. So until then, keeping my fingers crossed!
It can only be paired with one device at a time so you do have to change it when switching devices. However it is quick and easy to do.
Is there like a quick switch function avail, or do you need to pair it each time (i.e like BT devices)?
Figuring I would keep the controller connected at home to the TV and once it's out of reach, it would switch over to the Tab.
Anyone know how to watch Xfinity live TV on an external monitor?
I get the error
"Because of security protocols required by our network partners, you can enjoy this video on your mobile device only"
This is on an RCA 10" Viking Pro with Keyboard.
Android 5.0 and rooted.
I tried HDMI virtual switch with no luck, don't believe it supports 5.0. I also tried modifying the HDMI state file but I get an error when trying to save the file
I know this has to be possible, when my dad was showing me the problem he had it plugged into the keyboard and he unplugged it and all of a sudden the error went away and it worked and started playing live TV on the external screen! We got it to do it one other time but haven't been able to repeat it.
So really just need some way to mirror the display to and external monitor without the device knowing and telling other apps it is I guess