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Which MHL cable?

Hi, i want to connect my Xperia Z to my TV and i bought a MHL cable, however this one doesn't work.
It's 5 pin but not an adapter. Just a cable one side MHL other side HDMI.
Anyone know which one works? The one from the sony website is a little expensive it's around €30,-
Thanks

For some reason (which I don't know), it needs extra power, I bought this a while ago:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/181157935396
and works like a charm! Doesn't work with USB-OTG, only power plus screen.
Alstu !

luilak_ said:
Hi, i want to connect my Xperia Z to my TV and i bought a MHL cable, however this one doesn't work.
It's 5 pin but not an adapter. Just a cable one side MHL other side HDMI.
Anyone know which one works? The one from the sony website is a little expensive it's around €30,-
Thanks
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You need this http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rocketfish-...Phone_PDA_Cables_Adapters&hash=item3f26ce649f not expensive and works great, i bought one and is working excellent.

Kelvin0007 said:
You need this http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rocketfish-...Phone_PDA_Cables_Adapters&hash=item3f26ce649f not expensive and works great, i bought one and is working excellent.
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I got this...
http://www.amazon.com/Skiva-Samsung..._1?ie=UTF8&qid=1372996071&sr=8-1&keywords=mhl
works for my Xperia Z and Xperia Tablet Z...

This one http://docteur-gsm.com/fr/sony-xperia-z/90207-cable-adaptateur-hdmi-mhl-sony-xperia-z.html works perfectly for me.

Thanks all i bought the one from ebay.

Hello all,
Would this cable work?
ebay.com/itm/Hot-High-Speed-15M-1080P-Micro-USB-To-HDMI-HDTV-Adapter-AV-TV-Cable-Newest-/390623341707
I like that it's long enough to keep my phone in hand without having to be close to the TV.
Thanks

do these work for z1 too?

Kelvin0007 said:
You need this http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rocketfish-...Phone_PDA_Cables_Adapters&hash=item3f26ce649f not expensive and works great, i bought one and is working excellent.
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Ordered from ebay and will come next month. Thanks dude.

Root?
Dumb question time.. I read on some of the ebay pages selling the cables saying something like 'do not support the phone has root rom' - does this mean rooted phones won't work?

Startech Not compatible
I just purchased Startech Passive 3m MHL Cable. I tried it on two different TVs and it was not funtioning for my Xperia Z. Fortunately I have reciept and can return. Thanks to the other posts, Skiva looks like the best options. Other adapter systems fail during gaming, as they flicker OFF during gaming movements. Maybe now with the Sony Z, i should just get the Dualshock 3 and avoid that issue all together.

Docking/Charging Station

Anyone bought any docks for there Z5 im looking at a few and cant decide which one to get at the minute im leaning more towards this one but i think its the funky widget thats drawing me to it lol.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Charger-doc...8&qid=1453201075&sr=1-9&keywords=sony+z5+dock

always wanted to ask, does these even work with Quick Charge 2.0?
for example if i have an Aukey QC 2.0 wall charger and plug into the Sony dock stand, will the QC 2.0 still work?

Dunno I don't see why not.

6days and over 300 views and only 1 comment :/ doesn't anyone use a dock anymore?

GEX THE GECKO said:
6days and over 300 views and only 1 comment :/ doesn't anyone use a dock anymore?
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Hey there, have been using this site for awhile but decided to register to answer your question as a first post haha
I've been looking for a good dock for the Z5 as well since I've used the Z3 with its magnetic charging dock... which was really nice.
Currently I'm using a charging dock from Devilcase, they make great aluminum bumpers for the Xperia line as well! (I am not affiliated with them in anyway)
Just google Devildock or the sort and you'll be able to find it.
It is a bit costly, but it's definitely high quality and supports QC2.0 (or whatever charging cable you use actually! Since you can "mod" the charging dock")
I got one here locally for $3 and this thing works well + looks great on my desk!
Hope that helps!

Mine got something like this link. Work just like a charm. Got it from ebay about 7 bucks.
You could pull footer component to make phone-stand wider. It will make this stand compatible with my Z5+case.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Rasse-Magne..._UL160_SR160,160_&refRID=1ZK950D2WMZ3B0G0RXT3

supaflanka said:
Hey there, have been using this site for awhile but decided to register to answer your question as a first post haha
I've been looking for a good dock for the Z5 as well since I've used the Z3 with its magnetic charging dock... which was really nice.
Currently I'm using a charging dock from Devilcase, they make great aluminum bumpers for the Xperia line as well! (I am not affiliated with them in anyway)
Just google Devildock or the sort and you'll be able to find it.
It is a bit costly, but it's definitely high quality and supports QC2.0 (or whatever charging cable you use actually! Since you can "mod" the charging dock")
I got one here locally for $3 and this thing works well + looks great on my desk!
Hope that helps!
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Should of wacked some pics of it in action in your post il have a looksee cheers.

pinyosky said:
Mine got something like this link. Work just like a charm. Got it from ebay about 7 bucks.
You could pull footer component to make phone-stand wider. It will make this stand compatible with my Z5+case.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Rasse-Magne..._UL160_SR160,160_&refRID=1ZK950D2WMZ3B0G0RXT3
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Think ima go for this.

LitoNi said:
always wanted to ask, does these even work with Quick Charge 2.0?
for example if i have an Aukey QC 2.0 wall charger and plug into the Sony dock stand, will the QC 2.0 still work?
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My dock work just fine on both Auker QC 2.0 and Sony UCH10.

Good VR Headset

What is a good VR headset for this phone? I am looking at this one in particular: http://www.amazon.com/PASONOMI-H-B-...ue&ref_=ox_sc_act_title_1&smid=A2SBT3E4YYUGG8

I'd like to know as well. I tried a HooToo 3D VR headset on my 6P with not much success.
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Bobo Z4
Fits excellent with our phone, good build quality . I got it from GearBest.com took about a month to get here.

I hav tryed this and are purrfect for the Nexus 6P
VR BOX 2

maurin3do said:
I hav tryed this and are purrfect for the Nexus 6P
VR BOX 2
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Maybe you can help me... I'm looking into getting this one also but do you know if daydream is what's on the phone or does the headset need to be compatible also?

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maurin3do said:
I hav tryed this and are purrfect for the Nexus 6P
VR BOX 2
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So what makes it good? Serious question. I'm really interested but don't know much about it. Prices range dramatically but what justifies the higher price tags? (resolution? gameplay? build quality?)
Btw--this specific pair is on amazon for a little more money but a much shorter delivery time.

I second the Bobo Z4. Comfortable, adjustable lenses for spectacle wearers like me, and pupil distance adjustment, earphones.

ralphrmartin said:
I second the Bobo Z4. Comfortable, adjustable lenses for spectacle wearers like me, and pupil distance adjustment, earphones.
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Is it this one on Amazon? Right price?
https://www.amazon.com/Xiaozhai-Hea...01EBR8YKU/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8
What controller works best with this and the 6P? Do you plug the 6P into the headset, via the USB-C port, or just connect the headphone only?

p0k3y said:
Is it this one on Amazon? Right price?
https://www.amazon.com/Xiaozhai-Hea...01EBR8YKU/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8
What controller works best with this and the 6P? Do you plug the 6P into the headset, via the USB-C port, or just connect the headphone only?
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It comes with a bluetooth controller. You plug the 3.5mm audio jack on the headset into the phone. Also you can find it for cheaper on eBay. I got mine for 29 USD.

jkgao said:
It comes with a bluetooth controller. You plug the 3.5mm audio jack on the headset into the phone. Also you can find it for cheaper on eBay. I got mine for 29 USD.
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Thanks. The Amazon reviews say the controller is not good. Is it good in your experience, working with Nexus 6p?

what about procus vr??

VR Case for Xiaomi Mi MIX?

Hey fellow MI MIX Owners!
Does anyone have any experience with using a VR Headset with the MI MIX?
If so, please share your opinions! If you have any recommendations for a VR Headset where the MI MIX fits in, please post it also!
THank you and Best Regards
Syther

syther said:
Hey fellow MI MIX Owners!
Does anyone have any experience with using a VR Headset with the MI MIX?
If so, please share your opinions! If you have any recommendations for a VR Headset where the MI MIX fits in, please post it also!
THank you and Best Regards
Syther
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I've tried to fit the Mix into both the Daydream and Samsung Gear VR headsets, no joy.
Best
J

Aeskulapio said:
I've tried to fit the Mix into both the Daydream and Samsung Gear VR headsets, no joy.
Best
J
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Hi,
Thank you for sharing your experience Actually a friend of mine ordered the MI VR Headset to try it with the mix (Regardless the Warnings of some other sites).
I dont think it will fit in there also.
On the other side, there are plenty of VR Headsets out there, i cant believe the MI MIX can´t fit in one of those !
Maybe there is someone here on XDA who can try some others
BR
Syther

Hi again,
I found One that should fit , but it looks quite Ugly :crying:
https://www.amazon.com/Stooksy®-VR-Spektiv-Computers-display-Warranty/dp/B00ZB3S0XU
I Hope we can find a better One
BR

Considering the screen PPI, size and resolution the Mi Mix VR experience will be quite ****ty.

apocalypse_bg said:
Considering the screen PPI, size and resolution the Mi Mix VR experience will be quite ****ty.
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+ Weight
Now, the resolution is something that made this phone extra appealing to me (fps, fps, fps). But to cut that in half can't be good.

benziii said:
+ Weight
Now, the resolution is something that made this phone extra appealing to me (fps, fps, fps). But to cut that in half can't be good.
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That one also, unless you you have one of the higher end (€100+) VR android headsets which have somewhat decent housing/straps.

Hey Guys,
i´m totally awayre of that it will be not the best VR experience, but would really like to try out the mi mix in a vr headset.
Unfortunately , i still couldn´t find a proper fitting headset, so i´ll bump this thread to get it back in existence
BR

Let get te Google daydream vr

Aeskulapio said:
I've tried to fit the Mix into both the Daydream and Samsung Gear VR headsets, no joy.
Best
J
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I had this one already, and I modified it to fit my Mi Mix. There is a spring loaded clip that I simply took 4 screws out to remove, and the Mix fit into the cartridge, albeit a bit loose. The headset came with adhesive foam padding, so I just stuck some in there, and Voila! A headset that works pretty darn well with the Mix.
I bought mine off the shelf at Walgreens for $20.00.
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Cynocular-Virtual-Reality-Headset-HD-CYNO-30QP/300212059

jeromekobriger said:
I had this one already, and I modified it to fit my Mi Mix. There is a spring loaded clip that I simply took 4 screws out to remove, and the Mix fit into the cartridge, albeit a bit loose. The headset came with adhesive foam padding, so I just stuck some in there, and Voila! A headset that works pretty darn well with the Mix.
I bought mine off the shelf at Walgreens for $20.00.
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Cynocular-Virtual-Reality-Headset-HD-CYNO-30QP/300212059
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Hi !
Thank you very much for sharing your experience!
I just ordered one and cant wait to try it out
I will post my results when i got them !
Best Regards!

syther said:
Hi !
Thank you very much for sharing your experience!
I just ordered one and cant wait to try it out
I will post my results when i got them !
Best Regards!
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FIIT VR 2S 3D Virtual Reality Glasses with Remote Controller
I bought from GearBest:
http://m.gearbest.com/virtual-reality/pp_364129.html
and works great with Mix. Plenty of space and solid construction.

New IndieGogo moto mods in development

Just thought I should bring this to the attention of the general public who own a moto z. Here are some that have been popping up on indie gogo and I will be updating the list with more as more pop up.
Home control moto mod
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-palm-smart-remote-for-moto-mod-devices#/
Secure Digital Communication/Wakie talkie/Internet of things Radio Mod
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/modulator-a-secure-digital-communication-moto-mod--2#/
Digital Recorder Mod
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/digital-recorder-for-moto-z#/
Chroma notification mod (with 2000mah battery)
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/chroma-supercharge-your-notifications/coming_soon
More info:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/z-...od-concept-t3539429/post70584632#post70584632
Link to youtube with some video sample of light visual modes
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0_msKg8tZdQxortdvJC7Xw
Wireless charging and IR blaster no thicker than moto style mod
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-ultimate-moto-z-mod-with-wireless-charging-smartphone#/
Solar Panel charger moto mod
http://modularis.systems/mico/
InstruMod (Pocket measuring laboratory)
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/instrumod-a-moto-z-mod-measuring-instrument#/

https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=70584632
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PiousInquisitor said:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=70584632
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Thanks for the heads up, I've added it in. I love the concept and I would totally buy that.

modularis.systems/mico
Here is another one for the list

ModularisSystems said:
modularis.systems/mico
Here is another one for the list
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I have added it

if the wireless charger and ir can add fm radio with internal antenna -
as type-c adapter probably wont do (maybe that's why the promised fm radio is absent)

I'll be buying the wireless charging/ir blaster mod. I miss both from previous phones.
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I really don't like the Palm campaign... So little information, rough around the edges.
Chroma on the other hand, woot woot!

A new Mod are online at indiegogo. Keyboard mod for the moto z series!
This will be a perfect mod for all Desire Z, Milestone, Photon Q, etc. fans
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/physical-keyboard-mod-for-moto-z#/

There is also a gamepad controller moto mod https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/a-game-pad-mod-for-moto-z-phones-android-videogames--4#/