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Custom ROM suggestion

So want do you thing a custom ROM for the Ouya need?
Force orientation landscape
Screen display size option
Overlay menu when you hold the Ouya bottom on the controller with home, recent, back, menu and other for easy access
Touch screen mapping like GameKeyboard, Tincore, usb/bt joystick center, Sixaxis, ...
Fullscreen

Play Store
Gapps
Chrome
File Manager
Wireless ADB
Youtube from Google TV
Netfix from Google TV

nfs
usb drive mounting
def. better multitasking
back home and recent menu
actual working notifications
multiple user login maybe even just like an administrator login with full access and a regular user account for just playing game so your friends/siblings dont ruin all your hard work in a matter of minutes
way to list the games from the ouya store by release date so i can see whats new and not have to look through every list like an idiot
ability to unpair controllers not just turn them while the ouya still has em connected so you have to reboot cuz your keyboard is in player one slot
task killer and services manager
reboot shutdown sleep
midi keyboard support

Support for external mouse..... left click on the mouse ran the program, right click the mouse close the program, the middle mouse click caused the program settings.
Cifs support.
Ntfs write support.

I would like to see a rom that doesn't need a account to get to use your console (since sony was hacked i don't like to give my credit card infos away)
Another OS would be nice like a Desktop optimized Android (a cm 10.1 mod is already working and out there http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2348548) or a Linux distro like Debian or Ubuntu

[GUIDE] N64 Games with Wiimote - no root

Play with a Wiimote/Wii remote N64 games on Amazon Fire TV - no root
This box has more skills than I thought...
What you need:
- mouse (wukong app works good enough although it is in chinese- select in the square box with the 4 dots inside the third column and you have the mouse mode -https://lh3.ggpht.com/pXQ-tYDMTHS3OmbLFNTXKpOGwWuI02X87osJRf0NM34MJss3mul23LYBFDm227MBgII=h900)
- n64 oid http://www.emuparadise.me/Nintendo_64_Emulators/Android/N64oid%28Update%29/383 (i use vers. 2.7)
- bluez ime app (play store- sideload it) https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hexad.bluezime&hl=de-
- Roms
What to do:
1. Install n64oid on aftv, install bluez ime on aftv
2. load a rom in n64oid
3. screen is at first start always black - push the settings/options button on aftv remote and select restart
4. Rom should load now - press settings again
5. select settings-> input method - disable virtual keyboard
6.Here comes the tricky part. Make sure bluez ime is installed. n64oid would ask you anyway now to install it.
Select Bluetooth gamepads-> controller 1 -> select device -scan!
7. Now you need the mouse. Be quick! Scan for devices . Press 1/2 on wiimote so it starts blinking.
8. Select the Wiimote with the mouse!!! you can't select it with the aftv remote.
9. Wiimote is still blinking: select device driver- Wiimote beta
10. Wiimote is still blinking: select connect
11. If everthing worked out: The wiimote stopped blinking and shows one blue dot. under connect it says "connected".
12. Congrats! You can now go to keymappings and you can remap the wiimote to a n64 controller. use a nunchuk if you want an analog stick.
13. Remap how you like - here is a Map of an original n64 controller http://www.gratuitousscience.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/controller_n64_diagram.jpg
14. Save your profile (I have a profile for a layout with nunchuk and without, since I dont need the nunchuk in Mario kart 64. )
15 If you want to add another wiimote repeat the same with controller 2. The second wiimote will also show only one blue dot - just as the first remote as controller 1 , dont worry about it)
Thats basicly it.
If you start the n64oid emulator next time, you have to connect the controller again by selecting connect and pressing 1/2. The device is saved. so the controller selected as number 1 has to be always the same! (there is a mac address)
Better gameplay:
Select settings-> audio video settings -> max frame skips - scroll to 1. I experienced better game play with no hick ups
Problems:
If the wiimote constantly blinks, although its connected, your aftv might be to far away. I had this at the beginnig and wondered why the connection broke up. This happens to me with controller number 2. Sometimes it still blinks and the gameplay works perfect, sometimes it breakes up. Maybe someone knows why. Sometimes this helped: kill the apps n64oid/bluez ime and restart again, or restarting the whole box.

magdap said:
Play with a Wiimote/Wii remote N64 games on Amazon Fire TV - no root
This box has more skills than I thought...
What you need:
- mouse (wukong app works good enough although it is in chinese- select in the square box with the 4 dots inside the third column and you have the mouse mode -https://lh3.ggpht.com/pXQ-tYDMTHS3OmbLFNTXKpOGwWuI02X87osJRf0NM34MJss3mul23LYBFDm227MBgII=h900)
- n64 oid http://www.emuparadise.me/Nintendo_64_Emulators/Android/N64oid%28Update%29/383 (i use vers. 2.7)
- bluez ime app (play store- sideload it) https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hexad.bluezime&hl=de-
- Roms
What to do:
1. Install n64oid on aftv, install bluez ime on aftv
2. load a rom in n64oid
3. screen is at first start always black - push the settings/options button on aftv remote and select restart
4. Rom should load now - press settings again
5. select settings-> input method - disable virtual keyboard
6.Here comes the tricky part. Make sure bluez ime is installed. n64oid would ask you anyway now to install it.
Select Bluetooth gamepads-> controller 1 -> select device -scan!
7. Now you need the mouse. Be quick! Scan for devices . Press 1/2 on wiimote so it starts blinking.
8. Select the Wiimote with the mouse!!! you can't select it with the aftv remote.
9. Wiimote is still blinking: select device driver- Wiimote beta
10. Wiimote is still blinking: select connect
11. If everthing worked out: The wiimote stopped blinking and shows one blue dot. under connect it says "connected".
12. Congrats! You can now go to keymappings and you can remap the wiimote to a n64 controller. use a nunchuk if you want an analog stick.
13. Remap how you like - here is a Map of an original n64 controller http://www.gratuitousscience.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/controller_n64_diagram.jpg
14. Save your profile (I have a profile for a layout with nunchuk and without, since I dont need the nunchuk in Mario kart 64. )
15 If you want to add another wiimote repeat the same with controller 2. The second wiimote will also show only one blue dot - just as the first remote as controller 1 , dont worry about it)
Thats basicly it.
If you start the n64oid emulator next time, you have to connect the controller again by selecting connect and pressing 1/2. The device is saved. so the controller selected as number 1 has to be always the same! (there is a mac address)
Better gameplay:
Select settings-> audio video settings -> max frame skips - scroll to 1. I experienced better game play with no hick ups
Problems:
If the wiimote constantly blinks, although its connected, your aftv might be to far away. I had this at the beginnig and wondered why the connection broke up. This happens to me with controller number 2. Sometimes it still blinks and the gameplay works perfect, sometimes it breakes up. Maybe someone knows why. Sometimes this helped: kill the apps n64oid/bluez ime and restart again, or restarting the whole box.
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Any idea if this should work on the Fire TV Stick? I try to connect and I get Error: BT socket connect failed. What version of BluezIME are you using?

I use the play store version 1.20. I never had this problem. on which step does this problem appear?
I also installed this now: https://code.google.com/p/android-bluez-ime/downloads/detail?name=BluezIME-HIDEnabler.apk&can=2&q=
maybe this helps.

So, I'm able to complete all steps through selecting Wiimote (HID) from the driver list. Then when I try to select Connect I get the Error. Do you know if Wiimote (Beta) is different than Wiimote (HID)? I don't have the Beta option. Are you using an original Wii controller or a Wii Controller Plus controller?

56789 said:
So, I'm able to complete all steps through selecting Wiimote (HID) from the driver list. Then when I try to select Connect I get the Error. Do you know if Wiimote (Beta) is different than Wiimote (HID)? I don't have the Beta option. Are you using an original Wii controller or a Wii Controller Plus controller?
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Wiimote HID and wiimote beta, both worked for me. if it shows now wiimote HID that means you installed the apk from my last post.
I am using an original wiimote. I do have a motion plus but it also works with all my other wiimotes which don't have a plus modul on it.
I just found a thread where people are having this issue. https://code.google.com/p/android-bluez-ime/issues/detail?id=7
it seems like this happens on some android phones while on others this doesn't happen.
So my guess is, that this won't work on fire tv stick. Maybe someone can approve this.
Edit: maybe a restart helps? Press select and play for 10 seconds

Are you using the the Fire TV or the Stick? I'm looking through the spec page on Amazon right now and it looks like the Stick uses Bluetooth 3.0 protocol whereas the Fire TV uses Bluetooth 4.0. I'm guessing that might have something to do with it.
https://developer.amazon.com/public...re-tv/docs/device-and-platform-specifications

56789 said:
Are you using the the Fire TV or the Stick? I'm looking through the spec page on Amazon right now and it looks like the Stick uses Bluetooth 3.0 protocol whereas the Fire TV uses Bluetooth 4.0. I'm guessing that might have something to do with it.
https://developer.amazon.com/public...re-tv/docs/device-and-platform-specifications
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good research! i am using the box not the stick.

does this work with other emulators?

...only if that emulator lets you control the bluetooth settings. I dont know any other n64 emulator.

This doesn't even work with the Shield.

Is it just me or did the 5.0.5 update broke the wiimote connection? Thanks!

walkabouts said:
Is it just me or did the 5.0.5 update broke the wiimote connection? Thanks!
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Quite likely. Wiimotes don't work on android 5 and above so I'm guessing the same is so on the fire.

When I click on " connect" the fire tv remote stops working and the fire tv freezes. Just a restart helps.... Too bad. Anyone got a solution?

[GUIDE] How to get DirecTV working on Fire Tv Stick

Hello Everyone, Today I am going to show you how to get DirecTV on your Fire TV Stick. This may work on a Fire Tv too. Tell me if it does.
Credits to @AndroidDeveloper4Life Used his Thread as Base
Credits to TopTutorials for Mouse Toggle
1. Download the DirecTV for Tablets | Download
2. Download Mouse Toggle | Download
3. Extract Mouse Toggle.zip and Install using ADB.
4. Once Installed open Mouse toggle and Turn Mouse Toggle off and then on and Make Sure ADB Debugging is on.
5. When the Status says Started, Go to the Next Step.
6. Install DirecTV on your Fire TV Stick.
7. If the Mouse Toggle installed and is running QUICKLY double tap <PLAY/PAUSE> and A Mouse Will Appear
(No Not A Real One). To make the mouse Disappear Click the <PLAY/PAUSE> and let go and then hold the <PLAY/PAUSE> again and The Mouse will disappear. Use the D-Pad to control the mouse Up Goes UP, Down Goes Down and you know the rest.
8. Use the mouse to accept the Terms and Conditions
9. Login into your DirecTV Account
10. Profit?
Worked for Me, hopefully it will work for you. If i am missing something please let me know. Mouse Toggle is also very helpful with Browsers, as know i can use Chrome on my AFTS. If you want me to make a tutorial on how to use Chrome, Please let me know. Have a good day

DirecTV for tablets
Any of the apks that I sideload doesn't work because it's outdated. Do you have any ideas? I can't find anything else here to read.

[GUIDE] Using First Party Dualshock 3 (PS3) Controller on Fire TV via USB

This is a tutorial on how to get an official Sony brand Dualshock 3+Sixaxis Controller (AKA PS3 controller) working on your Fire TV over USB.
This has been tested on confirmed working on the Fire TV 2 (Sloane) but will presumably work on all generations and versions of Fire TV as long as it is rooted.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
-Root Access (required for joy to touch feature, with apparently must be activated to use the feature that emulates other controllers)
-A Terminal Emulator app or ADB
-SELinux set to "Permissive" (I use the app SELinux Mode Changer)
-The following apps installed:
*USB/BT Joystick Center
*Sixaxis Enabler
-Mouse (any USB or Bluetooth mouse should be fine. I use a logitech K400+ Keyboard With Touchpad)
OR
-Mouse Toggle app
-Powered USB Hub (Only if your mouse is USB)
OPTIONAL: My supplied keymaping file
This is a pretty straightforward process, in all reality. Here are the steps.
1. Install USB/BT Joystick Center. I have included the APK for an older free version of the app, but I would suggest obtaining the latest "Gold" version, which is for sale on Google Play.
2. Open your ADB connection or Terminal Emulator of choice, enter a root shell with "su" and enter the following commands:
Code:
ime enable com.poke64738.usbjoygold/.USBJoyIME
ime set com.poke64738.usbjoygold/.USBJoyIME
OR
Code:
ime enable com.free.usbjoyfree/.USBJoyFreeIME
ime set com.free.usbjoyfree/.USBJoyFreeIME
Depending on if you are using the paid 2019 Gold version, or the free 2018 version, respectively.
Then you may close your ADB or terminal. Honestly I'm not entirely sure this is even needed, since we are going to be using gamepad emulation, but I would say to do it just in case.
3. Install Sixaxis Enabler, open it, and follow the instructions on screen. Allow the app to access the USB Device when prompted
NOTE: Sixaxis Enabler may tell you that your firmware does not support Sixaxis and that the service is stopped. In that case Keep disconnecting the controller and reconnecting it and pressing the PS Button. "Eventually it will say Sixaxis ENABLED Please Try buttons and sticks"
This is NOT a free app and is available for purchase on Google Play.
When you get "Sixaxis ENABLED" the four LEDs will stop blinking and just LED 1 will blink. If you keep getting the not supported message, and your LED 1 blinks, continue because you might still be able to get it to work.
4. Exit Sixaxis Enabler and open USB/BT Joystick Center. For this you will need some sort of mouse functionality.
Check in the upper left of the screen and make sure that the IME switch is orange and says "ON" (this should be the case, as we have already enabled and set the IME in ADB/Terminal)
With your mouse, click the IME switch and it should bring up a little menu. Click on USBJoyIME and the menu will close. This was just to be absolutely sure that the IME was FOR SURE selected.
5.Below the IME switch, there is a oval shaped cluster of buttons that will say "Search, Auto, Norm, HID"
Click "Norm" and then click allow on the prompts to access the USB Device. (if you have multiple devices connected over USB, it will ask for each device. You do NOT need to allow them all if you do not wish, a black notification at the top of the screen will tell you what device it found so you know what the app is requesting access to. I just click allow on all because it doesn't hurt anything)
After it gets trough all the USB devices, it will start a check for bluetooth devices, and will show a prompt with your paired devices on it, you can just click back on your Fire Remote or keyboard.
After a few seconds, a gray square will appear on the screen that says "PS3 USB Controller and LED 1 on your PS3 controller should now be solid. With your mouse, click on the square. A little black text box will say something about loading a keymap file. If you click some buttons on your controller, you should see the little boxes underneath the big gray box blinking orange and white when you press them. CONGRATS! You now have your PS3 controller working on your Fire TV.
Don't be content yet, WE ARENT DONE.
While this is a somewhat functional way to control your Fire TV, I don't find the default settings to be optimal. It seems like I can't rapidly press buttons. I can enter in two or three button presses before it stops accepting input for a moment. Also, despite all the controller buttons working on the test in USB/BT Joystick center, the default keymap is NOT properly configured for the Fire TV, and I was only able to get the D-pad to work outside of Joystick Center.
Instead of fussing around trying to get everything working with the default IME setting, I decided to use the app's built in controller emulation feature to simulate an Xbox 360 controller. (There is also a setting to emulate a PS3 controller, but I figured it would be better to make the system think I'm using a 360 controller, which is officially supported, then a controller that I had to install off of this stuff just to use) So onto Step...
6. With your mouse, go to the upper right and click the switch "J>T"
If you do not Already have SELinux set to Permissive, it will give you a message saying that this must be done. Do so however you want, but as mentioned above, I use the app "SELinux Mode Changer" to achieve this. The app can be found on F-Droid
With SELinux set to Permissive, give USB/BT Joystick Center Superuser rights when prompted, and the switch will turn ON.
Once "J>T" is on, to the left of that you will see the Green "JOY>" switch and a small box next to it that says "IME NAT 360 PS3"
Just click the box until "360" is selected
From here you can use the little boxes underneath the "PS3 USB Controller" box, or just load my keymap file, in order to configure the buttons and sticks properly. If you use my keymap file, down load "PS3to360_JoyPrefsFile_1356_616_0.xml" from the attachments and paste it into the folder for USBJoy in the root of your Fire's internal memory (for me it is called "USBJoyGoldData") then use the little load button and it should appear as "PS3 to 360"
With that out of the way, you are finally DONE! Your Dualshock 3 controller is connected and configured to act as an Xbox 360 controller on your Fire TV and you may now proceed to use it on your games, Emulators, or whatever you want to do with it!
When you are done, just make sure to disable "J>T" with Joystick center before you disconnect the Dualshock, otherwise things will bug out, and if you arent using an alternate launcher with mouse support, you wont be able to re-enter the app to disable it, and will have to reboot the Fire TV.
I would also suggest disabling USBJoyIME when you are not using your controller, as I have noticed that typing with my K400+ keyboard acts strange on some apps, such as Puffin Browser, when it is still enabled.
Code:
ime disable com.poke64738.usbjoygold/.USBJoyIME
OR
Code:
ime disable com.free.usbjoyfree/.USBJoyFreeIME
Feel free to play around with the different gamepad emulation modes, and if you find a better configuration, please do share it on here!

Novice in Miracast and similar apps, help please?

Hello,
Up till now I was using Windows 10's Desktop Projection to mirror screen to my TV.
- it works phenomenally and I'm happy
However, I have another TV which isn't a smart TV, so I bought an android TV Box.
- The Android Box has a preinstalled Miracast app
I want to know a way to use my regular desktop projection to connect to Miracast but that Miracast asks me to confirm a password or PIN that only I know?
- I do not wish to install another app to my PC
- I am okay with installing apps similar to Miracast on my Android TV Box
On the internet I found various applications like LetsView, Reflector 4, AirServer, Mirroring360, ApowerMirror, ScreenBeam Configurator app, Wi-Fi Direct Password-Protected Transmitter, AnyDesk, Chrome Remote Desktop, Microsoft Remote Desktop, Miracast Widget & Shortcut app, Miracast Screen Sharing App, Connectify Hotspot, but I fail to realize the potential of all these and which one to pick based on details and preferences (the less clutter, the better. I only need the password protection option).
Is there any app that I can only install to my Android Box and use regular Desktop Projection to connect to it, but that it asks me for a PIN that I have to enter on the device which I am using to connect to that Android Box (in this case laptop)?
If not, what is the closest alternative?

Anyone?