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Dell HDMI android stick

Does anyone have one of these ?
http://www.dell.com/us/business/p/cloud-connect/pdhttp://www.dell.com/us/business/p/cloud-connect/pd
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`OverviewTech Specs
Operating System
Android 4.1, Jelly Bean operating system to support triple play (voice, data and video)
Display
Additional power and control offered by MHL
HDMI/MHL equipped video interface
1080p Full-HD resolution support
Processor
Multi-core Cortex-A9 ARM System-on-Chip (SoC)*
Comprehensive integration of processors and hardware engines*
Powerful 2D/3D graphics capability*
Advanced HD video and audio processing capability
Networking
802.11 a/b/g/n dual band wireless
Ports
MHL/HDMI video interface (at launch)
DisplayPort video interface
1x USB mini for peripherals (keyboard/Mouse)
1x Micro USB host port / External power input
1x Micro SD card slot (expandable up to 72GB flash storage)
Connectivity
Bluetooth pairing button
Citrix Receiver*
VMware Horizon View client*
MSFT RDP
Peripherals
Kybd, Mouse, and Strorage via Bluetooth v3
Or 1x USB mini for peripherals (keyboard/Mouse)
Memory1
8GB flash
1 GB RAM
1x Micro SD card slot (expandable up to 72GB flash storage)
Miscellaneous
LED power indicator
Android applications, music, magazines etc.*
Enterprise level securityDevice security*
Operating system & application level security
Desktop & content security*
Management*
Dell Wyse Cloud Client Manager
Enterprise level security enforcement
System management*
Application and content management
User Self-Service Portal
Real-time reporting, alerts & analytics
Chrome for fast, safe, and easy web access`

I do not. Sorry.
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I have a chromecast... I wonder if this will supply all of the chrome cast functionality plus access to all of the other android apps... $129 is nearly 4 Chromecasts for one of these. Well there now exists an android stick with trusted support behind it.
Not that the other providers didn't provide support, dell is a large company with lits of resources.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MF6CsV8K6CE&feature=youtube_gdata_player

The dell marketing seems to be focused on the work environment, and this need to connect a mouse and keyboard.
But yeah, I'd like to know too if it does what Chromecast does. Can I watch movies and cast from my smartphone? Can I mirror display?

I have purchased one of these and using it for entertainment and work. You have to create a Dell Client Connect Manager starter account and setup users there first with rights. Right now I have XBMC running on it plus netflix, hulu, citrix receiver for work and few other apps. Google play store showed apps to be not compatible with this device so I installed 1market store where I can download the same apps as the Play Store.

siratfus said:
The dell marketing seems to be focused on the work environment, and this need to connect a mouse and keyboard.
But yeah, I'd like to know too if it does what Chromecast does. Can I watch movies and cast from my smartphone? Can I mirror display?
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You can probably use Cheapcast (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=at.maui.cheapcast) in order to achieve what you need it to.

I have it too, with netflix the video sometimes pauses, the subtitles go out of sync and never catch up. It comes with Android 4.1.2 and the apps on play store are very limited, you can install more with 1market but some of them will not work.
Also the mouse and actions have some lag, it is not as responsive as my nexus 5 or 7, when you type sometimes it take almost a second to show the letter you typed.
I'm still looking for a way to change the resolution in my [email protected] monitor it doesnt look as windows, it's a little blur.
ohitzjah said:
I have purchased one of these and using it for entertainment and work. You have to create a Dell Client Connect Manager starter account and setup users there first with rights. Right now I have XBMC running on it plus netflix, hulu, citrix receiver for work and few other apps. Google play store showed apps to be not compatible with this device so I installed 1market store where I can download the same apps as the Play Store.
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Mine shows only 2.9GB storage, there are 8GB advertised, how many GB has yours?

Has anyone had any luck seeing if there Is a way to get around the first setup so I can use it as a normal android Stick without a Cloud Connect Manager account?
For those that have used the Manager account to get a User set up. Does it become useless after the trial is up or is it not needed once an account is made?

IM0001 said:
Has anyone had any luck seeing if there Is a way to get around the first setup so I can use it as a normal android Stick without a Cloud Connect Manager account?
For those that have used the Manager account to get a User set up. Does it become useless after the trial is up or is it not needed once an account is made?
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Hi,
yes, I just installed another launcher via adb, thats all. google-apps (play) are already installed.
And it looks like you can uninstall the cloud connection manager via settings as well. I did not try it yet.
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Dell Cloud Connect (HDMI Android) in Hotels
I have a Dell Cloud Connect, which I was hoping would work (as Dell proclaims it will) as a smallportable device to put my work desktop (via RDP) onto the TV in my hotel room - a potentially extremely attractive feature for those of us who travel a lot.
The first hotel I stayed in (San Jose, CA) had a TV with the requisite HDMI ports. I tried it in both but there seemed to be so much installed with the hotel entertainment systems (OnCmmunications and LodgeNet) that the option to choose the Input was unavailable (or had been made deliberately unavailable); I was not able to change the Input. Has anyone else found this? (One word of warning: I am no TV expert so it is possible I was being dumb.)
On return home the Dongle plugged straight into a projector and an HDMI-equipped Monitor with minimal problems. On the monitor and projector all looks a good except for the hassle of Cloud Connect.
In answer to the question above about whether you have to use the paid CloudConnect, Dell has told me "We do have a Starter version that is available. However only the 14-day pilot (pro) edition is what we send out for piloting purposes. We can however convert your pro edition to starter upon completion of the pilot." I believe the Starter Version is free and supports up to something like 15 or 25 devices.

I just got one of these. I've never owned an Android device before. I was considering rooting it. Does anyone have any advice in that regard?

Dell cs-1a13
2016 Thread Resurrection
It is not necessary to signup for Cloud Client Manager(CCM) to configure device if you select skip button during setup. However signing up for CCM does get you a newer build from Dell. My setup has a resolution issue that make all control you usually see on Android not visible. Which make setup a bit tricky. This issue will continue until resolution is setup correctly. To skip CCM setup move mouse to the bottom of the screen to select skip button that may not be visible. You can address resolution issue by opening the Application drawer, hidden in the top right due to resolution issue. Once the appdrawer is open Select AppUpdater to get all stock applications updated. After update device should now have an application named "ResizeScreen" which should address resolution issue. Not sure if this application only appears in new build downloaded as I did not find the application drawer until after I updated build from Dell.
Ensure to enable "Test Touchscreen support" in Developer options in setting to unblock applications you download that are blocked due to dependency on this setting. I was able to gain root with KingoRoot tethered root method, APK method failed. The KingoRoot SuperSU installed forces portrait resolution on all root privilege request, not good for a TV setup. Supersu I downloaded from Google Appstore works right but it seems KingoRoot SuperSu supersedes it. Devices is a little under powered compared to current Android devices, but It may still make a nice little HTPC. CPU is the same as a Samsung GS2. I am trying to figure out how to get recovery working on this device. I am wondering if I can just flash the same recovery as GS2 or will I need to compile recovery specific to this device? Specs below from CPU-Z.
Device
Manufacturer DELL
Model ID CS-1A13
Android Version 4.1.2
Kernel Version 3.0.31
Battery Capacity 1500 mAh
SoC (Processor)
Architecture ARM (armv7l)
SoC Model Broadcom BCM28155
SoC Family 2x ARM Cortex-A9 @999 MHz
Frequency 999 MHz / Min: 312 MHz - Max: 999 MHz
Main CPU Cores 2 Cores / 2 Threads
Process 40 nm
CPUID 41.3.7.C09.0
Revision R3P0
Features SWP HALF THUMB FASTMULT VFP EDSP THUMBEE NEON VFPV3
Bogomips 2400.25 MIPS
Display (GPU / LCD)
SoC Manufacturer Broadcom
SoC Model VideoCore IV HW
OpenGL Ver. 2.0
LCD Size 13.8 inches / 35.1 cm
LCD Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
LCD Definition 160 DPI
Memory
RAM 653 MB (1 GB)
Flash 3023 MB

has anyone managed to install an updated android version ie 4.4 or upwards, dell dont have one and it wont run powerpoint

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siratfus said:
The dell marketing seems to be focused on the work environment, and this need to connect a mouse and keyboard.
But yeah, I'd like to know too if it does what Chromecast does. Can I watch movies and cast from my smartphone? Can I mirror display?
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The dell marketing seems to be focused on the work environment, and this need to connect a mouse and keyboard.

Is it possible to install Linux programs on Android

Hello folks,
I have a keen interest in making short movies of my outdoor sport/recreation, and I am looking to install some video editing software on my Android smartphone.
It is a Hauwei Ascend Y320 (4.2.2 Jellybean OS, dual-core processor etc).
Now Google Play has quite a few apps in the search result 'movie maker' or 'video editor', however there are dozens of clones on the stock Android movie maker app 'Movie Studio', which only allows very basic features, such as trimming, add one audio track, add photos to video collection etc.
But I need more features to efficiently edit my videos.
I have been using 'Movie Aid' and it is quite good, by far the best I have used. It has provision for trimming, transitions, photo, video, multiple music tracks, slow/fast motion, text, credtits, subtitles (including image overlay), and audio volume adjustment, etc.
I also use 'AndroiD StudiO' which is a video editor app, not a timeline style movie maker. It does splitting, trimming, filters, cropping, slow/fast motion, audio adjustment, add text to videos, extract video/audio, and much more...
Now that brings me to my question, can I install Linux OS on Android, and then install Linux programs (such as 'Openshot video editor')...
And if you think I should just edit videos on a computer... well I have a Windows 7 Acer laptop, however, as I spend a lot of time in remote ares on camping trips, I need to be able to edit videos easily on the go/in the field. (As when camping, I don't have access to mains power of, so I can't charge my laptop, once the battery runs flat).
Hope someone can point me in the right direction...

You can find a lot of projects "Linux on Android". f.e.
com.zpwebsites.linuxonandroid
Google "Linux for android"

In general it seems very hard to install a linux program in Android, though it is true that Android runs on a Linux kernel. The kernels are often modified to suit the needs of the type of machine they run on. A typical x86 or x86_64 processor machine is not too much different from another. So linux runs well on a great variety of desktops and laptops.
I've been trying to turn my tablet into a linux computer. One problem I have run into is that some packages are not able to run on the ARM processors. So this requires recompiling from source specifically for the tablet. And since my machine is too slow compared to my tablet, it runs out of memory compiling on it's own. So I try to cross compile which has it's own set of troubles. Notice it is the packages for programs that give the most trouble. The kernel does fine.
I have tried Linux on Android, but it complains that my kernel is too old. Your machine sounds pretty impressive so it might be able to handle it. Linux on Android is actually a way to chroot into Linux. It moves root from the typical android filestructure to a Linux Distro's filestructure and runs right off of the kernel running in Android.

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Sensors Integration
OpenGL Hardware support
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Support HDMI IN 1080p RECORD,4K&H265 android 4.4 tv box

ZIDOO X9 support hdmi in 1080p record(pvr),4k & H.265 hardware decoding,a great 3D UI,
CPU: MSTAR MSO9180D1R UP TO 1.5GHZ (Cortex-A9)
GPU: 8 cores Mali450
Android 4.4.2 Kitkat OS, Built in Google Play Store
2GB DDR3 RAM and 8GB emmc Storage
Great wifi signals;
Support Dual band wifi 2.4G & 5.8G (wifi module is MT7632)
Support HDMI IN
Support Bluetooth 4.0 version
Support 4K*2K and H265(HEVC) UHD video(4K and H265 hardware decodiing)
Support DTSHD MASTER,TRUEHD 7.1 passthrough
Build in XBMC ZIDOO version, support dolby dts hardware decodiing, also can play 4K, RMVB, Blueray ISO, BDMV,MKV file without any problem;
Support HDMI IN DVR(PVR)
A great launcher, file manager,music player,videoplayer, Album,based on OPENGL 2.0
The following is from KODI forum:
So I received my X9 today and these are my first initial impressions:
The box:
The build quality is very good. No flimsy plastic, but a well build aluminum uni-body. It breaths quality
Good reception for 2.4 and 5ghz Wifi
A nice little VFD, but way too bright. It needs a software option to be dimmed (VFDservice)
The software (X9 UI):
Finally a good attempt to integrate various Android-apps into a user friendly launcher. Definitely aimed for the western user. No frills, but nice and minimalistic. I've used many android boxes and sticks, but they almost all lack a good launcher (just stock android) or are very Asian orientated (no disrespect intended). The Zidoo X9 really distinguishes itself from the competition with this UI!
It has a few (cosmetic) translation errors
For those who are new at media-boxes, it is easy to work with (a very good WAF). No need to use the underlying Android-OS (4.4.2)
For those that are more experienced, it needs to be more configurable (see suggestions)
The software (others):
It comes Pre-Rooted! Very nice! User can access the whole file system with SSH or ADB. All settings needed to install third party apps are set (use unknown sources, usb debugging, etc)
Could not use Google Play initially (with Google account enabled). It says "Check your connection and try again". Installed Aptoide and updated Google Play
The built-in explorer is divided in sections (music, video, image) which scans local memory, attached usb devices or SDcards. The file chooser that follows could be less colorful in my opinion and could make better use of screen availability. Its color settings, font-size and column-width should be adjusted by the user. The fourth File option can make use of all local media or network shares. The context menu, however is still in Chinese
The mediaplayer does a good job. Tested only mkv's though. Fast skipping forward and backwards. Reads external .str files by default, but I learned if a fiddle with the subtitle settlings, I sometimes can't display them anymore. Also the fontsize could be thicker and use a shadow backdrop instead of a red frame.
It has some translation errors (cancle instead of cancel)
The Music Player initially looks nice but has no filter whatsoever in the playlist. It flattens all music files found and shows no filtering in artists, albums etc..............A non-usable app
The Image viewer has some nice transitions, but its media-scanner scans hidden files and folders and the shows numerous thumbnails created by third party apps like XBMC. Also the app crashes a lot
The Game player opens with featured Air Mouse Games. That's a little strange because the remote only has 4 directional mouse steering and no gyroscope (at least I could not get it to use as an air mouse). Did not test games but I presume they run well given the hardware
Finally XBMC. After all, it's the de facto multimedia player. Being a looooong time XBMC user, this HAD to run smooth. And it does. The remote runs swiftly through the menus with no delay whatsoever, but is can use a better button remapping. Multimedia content is added swiftly with the use of content scrapers en consequently played very smooth. (using on a LAN). I’ve only tested HD .mkv content. I’m no video purist and don’t watch 3D content, which in my opinion is a hype soon to be forgotten……….at least with glasses.
I’ve also installed the latest Kodi RC3 and initially noticed no differences in playback or CPU use. I did notice it was not possible to use Audio Passtrough
Suggestions:
System
Standby/Sleep support. The system cannot go to sleep. The android system setting does have a sleep mode but it only dims the screen. The X9 UI only has a screensaver. It must be physically made possible on a device like this. Your average android tablet/phone also can.
Dim the VFD
Add "cifs.ko" (+ support libs) to the kernel for mounting Samba shares at boot. With these present all Android apps can use network shares, not just the ones that support it
Interface
The X9 UI should be more configurable (for the advanced user)
- Theme the main tiles. The UI has theme possibilities but only changes the background. A dark background should also incorporate darkened tiles (grey scales, for instance). A brighter background could have more colorful tiles (like they are now)
- Disable the edit (+) button. Show only when needed
- Sort apps in the submenus
- The possibility to start an app immediately from the main tile (like the Google play tile) instead of showing a sub menu
Better/thicker/more colorful highlight frame in webbrowser. It's sometimes really difficult to find the cursor position
Change the mousepointer into a "normal" one. Get rid of the ugly little hand
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Is there some discount for xda members?

Zidoo x9 (as a media extender) with Ceton Infinitv 6
I'm trying to find out if it's possible to use the Ceton Infintv 6 on a Windows 7 Professional PC and then use Zidoo x9 (Android Box) or Pipo x7 (Windows 8.1) to access the live channels as well as stream recorded content.
Anyone with any info would be greatly appreciated.

enahsak said:
I'm trying to find out if it's possible to use the Ceton Infintv 6 on a Windows 7 Professional PC and then use Zidoo x9 (Android Box) or Pipo x7 (Windows 8.1) to access the live channels as well as stream recorded content.
Anyone with any info would be greatly appreciated.
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Sounds crazy. InfiniTV 6 ETH supports CableCARD and connects to any U.S. cable system to receive all SD and HD digital cable channels without needing a set-top box.

Hi there. me too heve this fast and great box.
I just wonder if there is a way to build a loop recorder on the HDMI port. A Timeshift.
Exist yet the recorder and the Zidoo developers release the recorder app code.
Do you think someone could create a timeshift app for this machine?

Can't run Android TV apps (WWE Network)

Hi, so I have a Shield Tablet (stock, not rooted) and want to watch WWE Network from outside the US, but the WWE Android app requires GPS verification that though I can fake, but the process takes very very long every time I select another video to watch and for some reason the streaming quality is always in SD.
There is a WWE Network app on Google Play for Android TV that doesn't have the GPS verification, but I can't download it with a non-Android TV device. So I grabbed it somewhere else and sideloaded it to my tablet. It did install, but I can't open it. The "Open" text in the window that comes up after sideloading an apk is greyed out or missing (can't remember anymore), and the app is nowhere to be found besides in the app management settings.
I mean, why can't I run the app? Afaik Android TV is a restricted version of the full Android, so the full Android should be able to run Android TV apps, right?. Is there a hack that lets me run Android TV apps on my tablet? Can I perhaps install Android TV on my tablet if nothing else works?
Appreciate any help. Thanks!

Anyone please?