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Has anyone figured out if tv-out is disabled by software or just not possible? and if it is a software lock out, has anyone figured out how to re-enable this feature?
thank you in advance guys
I too would love to know if this would be possible! thanks!
The same cord.for the evo works on the epic also can use the headphone jack
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The same cord.for the evo works on the epic also can use the headphone jack
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I assume you are joking since the Evo uses microHDMI for TV out. That's a port that does not exist on the Epic.
Bro, go to cellup.com look up hdmi cables samsung epic n guess what you will find..... don't speak before you know
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Bro, go to cellup.com look up hdmi cables samsung epic n guess what you will find..... don't speak before you know
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Um, yeah, that would be a microUSB to hdmi and DOESN'T currently work on the Epic. The Evo's cable is microHDMI to HDMI. Please read before posting things you clearly don't know about. The feature of video out was disabled by Sprint.
That bites I was told by the guy I bought my epic.that that cord would work good thing I hhavnt bought it yet
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Now that we're on the tv out issues... I wanted know, the allshare application does not find my tv. Now, I have a Sony XBR9so this cannot be my tv, I'm already equipped for hulu plus! Aside from the not finding, I am pretty impressed still how the tv finds the device and can play songs and picture from it, just not videos? Hmm... I wonder what this all may be about. I don't mind, as I could simply place it on the usb stick and plug it to the tv, but, I actually wanted to do it off the device, anyone else have this same issue?
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epic4gman said:
That bites I was told by the guy I bought my epic.that that cord would work good thing I hhavnt bought it yet
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If that "guy" was a Sales Rep., they'd tell you anything to close a sale. A lot like car sale's men.
[Q] Tv Out?
Has anyone figured out if tv-out is disabled by software or just not possible? and if it is a software lock out, has anyone figured out how to re-enable this feature?
thank you in advance guys
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This guy claims TV-OUT on Epic's hardware is disabled. Dunno how reliable of a source he is, but I guess we'll be closer to knowing for sure once we get froyo 2.2 on our Epics.
http://forum.ppcgeeks.com/showthread.php?t=132687&page=2 (post #16)
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This guy claims TV-OUT on Epic's hardware is disabled. Dunno how reliable of a source he is, but I guess we'll be closer to knowing for sure once we get froyo 2.2 on our Epics.
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Okay, if the Verizon Fascinate has Tv-out his argument will be invalid. I guess we'll just have to wait for that or froyo to learn more unless someone else has anything to offer.
I've also heard that the epic has a different 3.5mm controller, so that may be one clue
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Now that we're on the tv out issues... I wanted know, the allshare application does not find my tv. Now, I have a Sony XBR9so this cannot be my tv, I'm already equipped for hulu plus! Aside from the not finding, I am pretty impressed still how the tv finds the device and can play songs and picture from it, just not videos? Hmm... I wonder what this all may be about. I don't mind, as I could simply place it on the usb stick and plug it to the tv, but, I actually wanted to do it off the device, anyone else have this same issue?
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What video format is on the phone? Your TV might not have the right codec.
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Now that we're on the tv out issues... I wanted know, the allshare application does not find my tv. Now, I have a Sony XBR9so this cannot be my tv, I'm already equipped for hulu plus! Aside from the not finding, I am pretty impressed still how the tv finds the device and can play songs and picture from it, just not videos? Hmm... I wonder what this all may be about. I don't mind, as I could simply place it on the usb stick and plug it to the tv, but, I actually wanted to do it off the device, anyone else have this same issue?
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i know my new sharp aquos quattron or whatever it is has a similar issue. i can play files via usb. i can send the tv pics/music.. but no video. ive decided to just have it link up with my ps3 instead as it can handle video streaming.
Verizon's Fascinate does not currently support TV out either.
Just for kicks.. has anyone tried hooking it up and see if the option appears?? i dont have a cable to test with
I got one on ebay and tried so without another compatible device, I'm not sure if I just got a bad cable or not. I even tried using white and red as the video just in case cable was funky, but didn't work. I swear I read somewhere that the option would appear after plugged in, but no tv out option appeared in sound/ display settings.
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Edit: read in a bunch of different places today that an update killed TV-out... People had the option and then it was gone after update. This gives me hope that some of the pros here can give it back
There is a cable that is made by cygnet, that has the epic usb to hdmi, works with epic. Retails for $24.99, you can find them at Fry's Electronics.
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There is a cable that is made by cygnet, that has the epic usb to hdmi, works with epic. Retails for $24.99, you can find them at Fry's Electronics.
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Have you tried it yourself to see if it works?
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I have tried working cables from my captivate and the epic tv out did not work. I looked in the 3.5 mm jack and the design looks different. I think it has different hardware but I am not 100% sure.
Does anyone know if by any means it might be possible to use our G2 as a bluetooth earpiece with speaker on of course for use with a playstation 3? i hate all the dinky earpieces and it just seems like it would be a really great feature and we have made some pretty good bluetooth advancment over the past few years. Just wanted to shoot that out there to see if i can get any input or ideas on the possibility of this option. Thanks, veritasaequita
That would be pretty cool, or for XBOX. I only use it for borderlands System Link Games but having a way to just have my phone play it instead of a stupid headset would be awesome
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Does anyone know if by any means it might be possible to use our G2 as a bluetooth earpiece with speaker on of course for use with a playstation 3? i hate all the dinky earpieces and it just seems like it would be a really great feature and we have made some pretty good bluetooth advancment over the past few years. Just wanted to shoot that out there to see if i can get any input or ideas on the possibility of this option. Thanks, veritasaequita
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i've been thinking the exact same thing, but not for the g2 as i don't own it lol more like the G1 i am thinking of getting desire z some time early next year (due upgrade on december 10th but to leave the plan im on to save monies)
that would be interesting though will keep an eye on this post.
as for the xbox, does it have bluetooth?
I was looking for an app for this not too long ago. Yes Xbox has Bluetooth for its controllers, but I don't believe its accessible
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Sounds like the best we get is the Wii Controller lol
I asked with no true answer
I asked this along time ago when I owned a G1, they said it may be possible but no one ever put the idea to test. Im guessing the G2 has more bluetooth capabilities being a newer device and probably can do it. I think we need a developer.
I have the G1 here willing to test anything dangerous and the G2 is the baby
My understanding when I had my MyTouch 3G was that the Nexus One had a higher level of Bluetooth that could access the Wii Controller and my phone could not. I'm sure it's the same kinda thing.
I would think it should. Ps3 uses bluetooth 2.0 and says is backwards compatable with bt 1.0 i dont have a ps3 and dont use bluetooth so i cant be certian but it should be a software issue so an app is needed
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Ok. Right. After 24 hours of owning this device, their is no file manager whatsoever out of the box. It cannot connect to any wifi anywhere. It cannot be paired [well, it "pairs" its just not "connected"] with my epic 4g touch via bluetooth to share my 3g connection. It cannot accept usb tethering. It basically cant do anything. Its on 3.1 so its not an upgrade problem. Its a piece of ****. Why the hell has nobody addressed this? I know im not the only one with these issues.
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ipetloudog said:
Ok. Right. After 24 hours of owning this device, their is no file manager whatsoever out of the box. It cannot connect to any wifi anywhere. It cannot be paired [well, it "pairs" its just not "connected"] with my epic 4g touch via bluetooth to share my 3g connection. It cannot accept usb tethering. It basically cant do anything. Its on 3.1 so its not an upgrade problem. Its a piece of ****. Why the hell has nobody addressed this? I know im not the only one with these issues.
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1. So install one?
2. Sounds like either a user error or a defective unit.
3. Are you just connecting them through Bluetooth Settings or are you using a tethering app?
4. Update to 3.2.
Ultimately, you're an idiot. This tablet has it's problems, but you're creating more for yourself by being so stupid.
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i came into this thread thinking your a500 creaks like h*!!. How hard is it to download a file manager/explorer? Lol
How does one download a file manager without an internet connection? Oh wait, ill put the apk on my phones sd card and place it in my iconia....oh wait, there is no way to access it. Hurr.
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While im at it ill update it. Hold on. Wait. I cant. Maybe ill use barnacle and go through every channel until it picks up the signal. Oh wait. It cant. Every channel doesnt show. Maybe pdanet tablet. Wait, I need it installed on my acer. Wait. Cant do anything in the market. Maybe ill root it and try finding a rom with a wifi fix. Oh ****, wait. No file manager to install the gingerbreak. Has nobody else encountered any of this? This is my second device in 2 days that is basically a brick.
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How does one download a file manager without an internet connection? Oh wait, ill put the apk on my phones sd card and place it in my iconia....oh wait, there is no way to access it. Hurr.
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Take it back, and grab one of These.
I'm certain you'll be much more comfortable with it
Eww no. ill wait til friday and get the galaxy 10.1 like I shouldve done in the 1st place.
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ipetloudog said:
Eww no. ill wait til friday and get the galaxy 10.1 like I shouldve done in the 1st place.
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No really, you won't be happy with that either. You really should take my suggestion....or you'll be sorry!
Does the galaxy have the same wifi problems or no stock file manager too? Thats all I need.
And nononononono. Ive been rooting devices since the g1 days, im not going near ios thank you very much.
And its not user error, has anyone on xda bought an iconia within the last month? I dont understand why im the only one who is dealing with these issues.
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Does the galaxy have the same wifi problems or no stock file manager too? Thats all I need.
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No idea, as your wifi problem is either one of two things, bad hardware, or pilot error, but judging by your posts, I'm betting on the latter.
Either way, IMHO, you'd be much happier with what I suggested for you.
I dont kiss dudes = no ipad
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I dont kiss dudes = no ipad
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You're posting like you do, that's why I suggested it.
Be happy with whatever you get, as long as it's not an A500
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Ok. Right. After 24 hours of owning this device, their is no file manager whatsoever out of the box. It cannot connect to any wifi anywhere. It cannot be paired [well, it "pairs" its just not "connected"] with my epic 4g touch via bluetooth to share my 3g connection. It cannot accept usb tethering. It basically cant do anything. Its on 3.1 so its not an upgrade problem. Its a piece of ****. Why the hell has nobody addressed this? I know im not the only one with these issues.
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Rather than your attitude problem, and everyone running you down for it, lets see if we can actually HELP you, shall we?
First, the A500 isn't a piece of ****.. It's a great machine with great hardware and only one or two VERY minor issues. One of those MIGHT be why you can't connect to wifi.
Y'see, the A500 isn't able to connect to an ad-hoc wifi connection, it needs a proper hotspot in infrastructure mode. Once you have THAT, you'll be able to connect and download things fine.
However, it's not impossible that you have a faulty device, OR maybe a device that returned to the store after someone screwed with it, so I suggest a full hardware reset. There's a pinhole in the side of your device. Press this to reset your hardware. Once booted up, press it AGAIN as it's advised to reset twice to clear any possible hardware issues.
If you still have problems after that, and you know your router has infrastructure mode, then you might have bad hardware so take it back.
go to Mc Donalds get on the free wi fi there down load your stupid File manager or go to walmart get a wifi router and have all the wifi you want. Thats is if you have internet connection at home.
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Ok. Right. After 24 hours of owning this device, their is no file manager whatsoever out of the box. It cannot connect to any wifi anywhere. It cannot be paired [well, it "pairs" its just not "connected"] with my epic 4g touch via bluetooth to share my 3g connection. It cannot accept usb tethering. It basically cant do anything. Its on 3.1 so its not an upgrade problem. Its a piece of ****. Why the hell has nobody addressed this? I know im not the only one with these issues.
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ITT: OP is an idiot who needs to have his tablet taken away from him and given to someone with the brains to use it properly.
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Y'see, the A500 isn't able to connect to an ad-hoc wifi connection, it needs a proper hotspot in infrastructure mode. Once you have THAT, you'll be able to connect and download things fine.
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I just want to clear up that's not an A500 issue, it's an Android issue .. And I'm not even sure an iPad would be appropriate for the IP - perhaps this would be better suited..
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No idea, as your wifi problem is either one of two things, bad hardware, or pilot error, but judging by your posts, I'm betting on the latter.
Either way, IMHO, you'd be much happier with what I suggested for you.
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no he wouldn't because the ipad sux, that bias is from personal experience. here is why ANY apple mobile device sucks
1. to download any music or apps from your pc (which i had to because i get my music LEGALLY for free from http://www.8bitpeoples.com/discography and https://8bc.org and none of that is on the itunes store) (or mac if you're an idiot {because macs can play about 0.003 % of the best pc games and even if they were compatible they are not powerful enough to play them and have them look good at all, in fact my alienware m18x LAPTOP is more powerful than the most "powerful" imac.} this is also from personal experience) you have to connect to itunes (more like itarded) and "sync" your piece of crap forever and because of antipiracy bulls*** you can have ONLY 1 email account linked to 5 pc's (which is a ridiculously low number btw)
2. you HAVE to have a credit card (which your kids can abuse VERY easily)
3. you have to hack it just to download any kind of emulator to play your (owned) classic games.
4. apple makes s*** sandwiches that cost $80 to $200 to make and charge about 4 to 8 times what they cost to make (and yes that is still ridiculous even AFTER factoring in marketing and profit) which makes apple suck so bad it's amazing they aren't bankrupt by now.
5. with android you have LIMITLESS customization on a device with YOUR choice (not apple's) of screen size, power, ports to plug stuff in and MORE.
sorry for ranting like that it's just i am fed up with apple's bulls*** they have been pulling for years.
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no he wouldn't because the ipad sux, that bias is from personal experience. here is why ANY apple mobile device sucks
1. to download any music or apps from your pc (which i had to because i get my music LEGALLY for free from http://www.8bitpeoples.com/discography and https://8bc.org and none of that is on the itunes store) (or mac if you're an idiot {because macs can play about 0.003 % of the best pc games and even if they were compatible they are not powerful enough to play them and have them look good at all, in fact my alienware m18x LAPTOP is more powerful than the most "powerful" imac.} this is also from personal experience) you have to connect to itunes (more like itarded) and "sync" your piece of crap forever and because of antipiracy bulls*** you can have ONLY 1 email account linked to 5 pc's (which is a ridiculously low number btw)
2. you HAVE to have a credit card (which your kids can abuse VERY easily)
3. you have to hack it just to download any kind of emulator to play your (owned) classic games.
4. apple makes s*** sandwiches that cost $80 to $200 to make and charge about 4 to 8 times what they cost to make (and yes that is still ridiculous even AFTER factoring in marketing and profit) which makes apple suck so bad it's amazing they aren't bankrupt by now.
5. with android you have LIMITLESS customization on a device with YOUR choice (not apple's) of screen size, power, ports to plug stuff in and MORE.
sorry for ranting like that it's just i am fed up with apple's bulls*** they have been pulling for years.
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roflolol I guess the sarcasm was lost on you?!?
The OP was posting like a little girl, so I suggested he purchase an I pad, as IPads are for sheep and children.
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roflolol I guess the sarcasm was lost on you?!?
The OP was posting like a little girl, so I suggested he purchase an I pad, as IPads are for sheep and children.
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yes the op was being a baby, and i forgot to mention that in my post
and sorry for being so serious, my appologies
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yes the op was being a baby, and i forgot to mention that in my post
and sorry for being so serious, my appologies
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No apologies required bro, I can't stand Apple's business practices either.
My thorough search for a compatible wifi booster has left me empty handed, and with a headache.
I am a paramedic, and am usually never sitting still, but when I do I would rather not have to park my rig on the router to get a signal.
Everybody knows the wifi signal is weak on our A500, is there a compatible antenna or booster that would allow me to get a decent wifi signal? Little side note, it would need to be portable, and slightly compact.
Thanks in advance
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does anyone not have any useful suggestions?
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This is as good an option as you have. Sorry wish there was more....
No usb type antennas ? I do not have any knowledge on soldering nor do I want to mess up my tablet trying to figure it out.
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In a word, nope.
Of course I don't know everything and am quite unqualified at a lot of this kind of stuff. So your solution may still be out there.
That said. If you find a better solution. I am certain that there are many of us that look forward to hearing about it. So don't forget to share.
Working solution..
Here at our home we have over 1acre lot.. its very deep and not so wide . but we have a Gazebo type structure about 400 feet past our back deck. our router is in the basement its a a average price netgear.. I bought a netgear router . that can be set in repeater mode.. this router we have will find all wifi signals and boost them.. I have used it on Construction sites as well. in a similar fashion from my work van to boost the 3g from our work computers in there...
So get a cheap router i think they are like 40.00 for the netgear one. make sure it says on the box with Repeater mode. i think is how its worded.. it will pick up open networks with a bit of setup.. you can find all of that on there website..
back when i was in the pc repair business NETWORKING WAS My big thing..
Good Luck..
Thanks er, but I'm looking for a portable solution, like maybe a plug n play antenna or something, I'm rarely at home, mostly mobile.
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my router i use for a repeater.. is pluged in the garage.. .. The one in my work van plugs into a invert-er.. its very small.. i think 1x4x6 to 8 inches.. they draw very little voltage..
But yes i do understand what your looking for.. I have looked for something similar for gps.. as you with wifi no real solution..
Good Luck...
This is a shot in the dark, but, .....
I see you are on T-Mobile? Happen to have an WP7 or rooted android phone?
Go the tether route, it really is your best and only solution.
Many, many options at that point, from paying for a tether plan to *ahem* 'circumventing payment'....
- for instance -
I have an HD7, the last update HTC gave out included 'internet sharing' - basicly a mobile hotspot when turned on - and I have not paid for, nor have been charged for a tether plan *seems I got lucky*
As far as android is concerned, there are some apps that will do tethering for you, and sets the data through a proxy, as to lessen alerting the phone co. as to whats *really* going on.
Good luck to you!
I do have a rooted android, the ability to tether and as well as a wireless hotspot. I use that when I can, other areas where tmo service isn't that great is what I find wifi for, and when I get capped lol.
Just trying to find an alternative to siting store front or on their router. An antenna is all I need lol.
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Which of these to get please the stick or box thanks.
Did you read my "Buyer's Guide?"
http://linuxslate.com/Guide_Android_Stick_TV_Box.html
marvi0 said:
Which of these to get please the stick or box thanks.
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I have the MK808 which I bought after the minix g4 (micro usb issue...)
Looking back at it there are a couple of things which bother me going for a stick next time.
Most of the sticks have come with an internal wifi antenna which as you can read in most threads is a bad idea and can completely ruin the experience.
Now some of you will tell you to mod an external antenna, ... great.
Next is the ... lets connect a couple of things via usb thing like keyboard, usb drive etc etc.
In the end it is not a stick anymore. It is a device connected with a bunch of cables to other devices.
I really like to buy the minix n5, since it has alot more connectors already on the device but the only thing holding me back is the lack of an external antenna.
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I have the MK808 which I bought after the minix g4 (micro usb issue...)
Looking back at it there are a couple of things which bother me going for a stick next time.
Most of the sticks have come with an internal wifi antenna which as you can read in most threads is a bad idea and can completely ruin the experience.
Now some of you will tell you to mod an external antenna, ... great.
Next is the ... lets connect a couple of things via usb thing like keyboard, usb drive etc etc.
In the end it is not a stick anymore. It is a device connected with a bunch of cables to other devices.
I really like to buy the minix n5, since it has alot more connectors already on the device but the only thing holding me back is the lack of an external antenna.
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Hmm, in my opinion you have only 1 cable less (from usb to stick) so even with the Minix you still have
a bunch of cables !! Perhaps even more if you're planning to use headphone and mic !
And bad wifi connections is an occuring Android problem, this goes for phones, tablets and TV sticks.
I'm surprised the market isn't blowing up with these at local retailers. I bought the mx2 for 60$ and I gotta say its the best $60 I spent last year
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I'm surprised the market isn't blowing up with these at local retailers. I bought the mx2 for 60$ and I gotta say its the best $60 I spent last year
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I WAS surprised as well but now I am not. Just look at all these questions, glitches, issues and lack of support from manufacturer. No mainstream retailer will take such risk carrying them. It will be a waste of time and money.
That's why a real manufacturer like Samsung should make one. Maybe with the new octacore exynos 5. 2gb of ram and built in 200gb? I'd buy it in a flash
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That's why a real manufacturer like Samsung should make one. Maybe with the new octacore exynos 5. 2gb of ram and built in 200gb? I'd buy it in a flash
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Yeah for a part I can agree, but imagine how the price would increase when there's only the name of a well known manufacturer on the outside, while the inside still remains with parts of say Rockchip, etc..
I've got an MK808 now for 3 weeks, and must say I'm more than satisfied with it, it's working flawless and I
don't mind the lack of support because there are so many Forums about these Chinese gadgets that the answer
is often only a click away.
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That's why a real manufacturer like Samsung should make one. Maybe with the new octacore exynos 5. 2gb of ram and built in 200gb? I'd buy it in a flash
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Ouya box will be the first one with any kind of support. I'll probably pick it up. Its released in June... although I like the android interface of my MK808. I'm sure the Ouya will be a hackers dream.
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