Watch this unboxing video (made by HDblog) on Phandroid if you haven't.
Near the end, there's a few seconds of close up shots of the headset.
And it has + - buttons.
So from common sense/knowledge, that should be a volume controller.
But I'm not a fan of in-ear.
Hopefully, some no-name Chinese company would make one with the normal earphones.
Better yet, buy a headset with volume control yourself. Never used stock, as I hate in-ear myself
It does indeed have volume control buttons which directly control the main volume of the phone. Built in feature of the wolfson chip.
Should work with many iphone compatible earphones afaik.
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nice to see volume controller.
@ hefonthefjords
is that a part of wolfson chip ? then is there any mods that can change the songs by long pressing the same buttons?
See here for demo...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mdVcCHK06TY&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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Hey everyone,
I just installed the lastest Affinity and I must say I love it. One thing I was wondering was is there a way to increase the overall volume output to the headphones? It seems that the volume is quite a bit lower than other roms I've used. Any ideas?
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did u try an equalizer?
i have power AMP, it has a built in equalizer that it good!
maybe try it?
Well the Rom come with a build in eq. I'll try power amp to see if that helps.
Thanks.
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Power amp is really great.
You can have a pre-lockscreen to change tracks without unlocking and a lot of usefull options.
You can do a search on here for DSP Manager and flash it. But I never got it to flash properly (but other folks here have). Or you can download Volume+ from the Market (paid app), or free at the dev's website.
http://androidaudiohacks.com/?page_id=16
I believe DSP Manager is just an equalizer. Where Volume+ is an equalizer, but also boosts total volume. Its not a huge boost, but I found it helpful for Affinity.
Dsp manager is perfect for anything not miui. Not all sense roms will allow according to some peoples posts. Its always worked for me but I stopped using sense after siulmagics coredroid so that wouldn't be something to go off of.
Best advice is flash dsp manager and see if it works after busting a nandroid backup
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- music player with an equalizer (power amp, mixzing, player pro). use the preamp slider to boost the volume
- app volume+, but in my case the sound was worst. More noise in my music...
- Good head phones with low impedance? Since the audio card on this phone isnt that bad, it worth it.
- Audiophile forums suggest you to add en amplifier if you have good headphone.
You can find some cheap one on newegg . com
oVeRdOsE. said:
- app volume+, but in my case the sound was worst. More noise in my music...
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Interesting, I didn't notice significant increase in noise. But I also play music in my car much more frequently than headphones. Or if its headphones, its usually doing something like running or doing yardwork. So it might just be I haven't noticed.
Of course, any sound amplification or equalization is going to also amplify noise as well, since its pretty much impossible to really isolate noise from music. Cutting some equalizer bands, while boosting others can help reduce noise.
Nice summary of options for the OP, too BTW.
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Hi there guys.
First of all apologies if this post will cause any confusion or if someone has asked before.
The volume output on nexus 4 make me feel like I'm actually deaf because of its LOW VOLUME.
Is there any volume boost apps such as the ones used on GNEX?
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Hi there guys.
First of all apologies if this post will cause any confusion or if someone has asked before.
The volume output on nexus 4 make me feel like I'm actually deaf because of its LOW VOLUME.
Is there any volume boost apps such as the ones used on GNEX?
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Just flash this equalizer and turn up the equalizer settings and you will get louder sounds.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2012575
Compared to the GNex, I thought the N4 was super loud! lol
The equalizer is more of a software side fix. I think the op is referring to something that actually sets the hardware output higher similar to what the voodoo apps do. This results in a cleaner non distorted sound compared to just boosting eq levels.
Volume+?
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Compared to the GNex, I thought the N4 was super loud! lol
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Speaker is actually loud. Tried different sets of top ear pieces and headphones and it was real low.
The DSP manager prescribed above helped tho.
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Smoothface said:
The equalizer is more of a software side fix. I think the op is referring to something that actually sets the hardware output higher similar to what the voodoo apps do. This results in a cleaner non distorted sound compared to just boosting eq levels.
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voodoo works because the inbuilt AMP can be controlled on a wolfson; other software that is universal on all hardware audio solutions like volume+ and others more than likely just adjusts gain.
the DSP manager fix is probably the best all round software based solution as it can be boosted via EQ ( not great cause it can cause clipping), gain adjustments and DRC.
software solutions are not ideal however and i would suggest an external portable amp if your headphones require a hifi level power source, but for most portable gear (Even high end) the N4 is perfectly fine.
The output of the speaker is fine but I definitely notice the volume is lower with headphones then the Gnex. I personally don't like DSP etc as it always makes things sound distorted. The NS with Voodoo was like the best ever sound I got on my headphones.
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coming from a galaxy S II the N4 volume seems much lower for certain things. The in call volume is louder however things like notifications seem lower even at the highest level. Not stoked about it.
Haven't tried it but saw this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34921922
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Speaker is actually loud. Tried different sets of top ear pieces and headphones and it was real low.
The DSP manager prescribed above helped tho.
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Agreed, notifications are loud, music listening not so much
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Temporary fix for Low Volume
I just received my Nexus a few days ago, and noticed the low volume.THe speakerphone is ok, but music and youtube a bit low. It's funny how the "professional" reviewers say the speaker is loud.
Anyway, I found a temporary fix for the music volume,until Google gets off their a__es and fixes the problem.Download Player Pro Trial from the Play Store.
On the effects menu,crank up the bass and volume knobs ,leave the EQ off. When you turn on the reverb button the volume bumps up a few notches.It works on headphone and speaker volume and it's a nice music player too.I think the full version is 5 bucks.
i think this paid $1 app works, even on franco kernel to increase speaker volume, in my bathroom, music is pretty loud!
its made for faux kernels
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...sMSwxLDEsImNvbS50ZWFta2FuZy5mYXV4c3BlYWtlciJd
I like this app better, It works with a large number of kernels.. even stock
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=aperture.ezekeel.experiencepro
Its been working well for me, also has the added ability to touchwake, for those times when the screen times out.
edit: It will boost speaker and headphones volume. You can also adjust mic gain and a number of other cool shizz. Seriously Check it out
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i think this paid $1 app works, even on franco kernel to increase speaker volume, in my bathroom, music is pretty loud!
its made for faux kernels
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...sMSwxLDEsImNvbS50ZWFta2FuZy5mYXV4c3BlYWtlciJd
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Love this one
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I have to buy a headset for my Nexus 4, but i don't know which model
is better spending 40 euro shipping costs included (or shortly more).
Obviously it must have the microphone integrated with relative controls keys.
Thank you very much in advance and sorry for my imperfect english
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Obviously it must have the microphone integrated with relative controls keys.
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Mine N4 doesn't recognize control keys...someone can confirm it?
You can save some money buying just a mic+one botton headset
Yes, i meant a mic-one button headset.
Some advices? Thanks
I use Skullcandy smokin' buds. They have a one button play/pause/next/prev track, along with mic. Works fine with my nexus 4.
Samsung Stereo Headset
Samsung EHS44ASSBECINU Stereo Headset works pretty well with nexus 4 , I have it using since few weeks . Yes , it has the mic which works fine . Hope this helps .
how about using one button headset with analog volume control (slider) instead of three buttons headset with control keys?
is it still possible to control the volume directly from headset?
Sennheiser and Creative
Two headphones that I have tested to be working perfect on Nexus 4 are -
1) Sennheiser cx 275s(has an inbuilt mic and a call recieve/end button) but is a bit costly.
2) Creative EP630 ( no inbuilt mic/Volume control).
Maybe Philips citiscape uptown? they are a bargain for the quality
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There are lots of good brands and you can go up to $300 or more depend on the models. Most of the expensive ones tends to be in ear monitors however, which isn't ideal, but Sennheiser and Etymotic are worth looking at.
For open earbuds, I use the palm pre headset which is cheap, but the sound quality is pretty decent for the price and its durable too: http://www.amazon.com/Palm-Stereo-Headset-Pixi-Pre/dp/B002CMEIW0/ It have a mic button.
I'd recommend something from sennheiser - they do good work. Don't have a specific model since I've been lazy and just using an Apple EarPod.
I personally love the Sol Republic Amps HD, but that's about 100USD, the Regular Amps is about $50USD, which is good, just not as bass-y. They are super light and super comfy in my ears. I recommend them for day to day listening.
I have since upgraded to the Munitio NINES 9mm ones, and are LOUD lol. Good headsets as well. GL!
I can also recommend you to get any audio technica or sennheiser...I really enjoy their headphones
Sennheiser cx 300-II with nexus 4, anyone?
Can anyone verify and tell me if Sennheiser cx 300 - ii prescision works perfectly with nexus 4?
I can recommend my Soundmagic E10M. It has the 3 volume buttons but the volume do not work, where as the middle button does work fine. The mic also works well and no one has ever mentioned about struggling to hear me.
I also have sennheiser headphones (no mic) and I have to say they are a top brand. Equally these soundmagic are great quality too so if you're going to get a pair, pay more for quality.
timak24 said:
Can anyone verify and tell me if Sennheiser cx 300 - ii prescision works perfectly with nexus 4?
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I use it. Great volume, specially bass.
nemanja066 said:
I use it. Great volume, specially bass.
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Thanks for the feedback.
I am gonna go for sennheiser cx 300 ii prescision without any hicups!
Honestly im dissappointed with the cx300ii or any low end sennheiser...the expensive ones are great but sennheiser is not that great for budget-fi audio quality. You want better everything i suggest looking at the jvc fx3x or fx101. Soundmagic e10 is also good along with audio technica ckm50
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Cx300ii lack bass imo. My friend at school has a pair and he let me listen to them. Very dark, bass is there and accurate but no quantity whatsoever. Then i let him listen to the jvcs i had and now he bought them from me just because they are that much better. I own a pair of sony xb90ex which creates bass so real and wide it literally feels like you are in a movie theater.
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I bought philips SHS8105A. It has got mic and controls. For the price the quality is great. There is a philips app that you can use to change the settings of control button and has an equalizer. This model is hook type but there are earphones too. I use custom kernel and boost the volume.
Recently got the Quad beats by LG and I love them compared to my tours. They sound significantly better and don't have the sound leak like my tours or apple buds. The mic is good for calls too and there's a play button that doubles for hanging up calls.
For $21 I would recommend these, especially since they block external noise for the most part and fit great in my ears.
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Middle button actions for Soundmagic E10M?
Can you provide the actions that the middle button can perform? Can it activate Google Now (maybe by holding it down)? I'm thinking about getting these. Thanks!
Zenzic said:
I can recommend my Soundmagic E10M. It has the 3 volume buttons but the volume do not work, where as the middle button does work fine. The mic also works well and no one has ever mentioned about struggling to hear me.
I also have sennheiser headphones (no mic) and I have to say they are a top brand. Equally these soundmagic are great quality too so if you're going to get a pair, pay more for quality.
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How come the audio coming out of the phone is so quiet. It is not bad for headphones, but when I try to use an FM transmitter, there is too much noise. This is because you have to turn the car's volume all the way up to hear anything. Even at full volume it is too quiet. My brother's lumia 521 is probably twice as loud. Even viper4android with all the loudness options on max doesn't give enough. Is there any other solution?
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With a custom kernel you can raise the headphone amp level of the phone a bit. I use Trickster Mod app for it.
I think the best solution is to buy a car stereo with bluetooth support.
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Hello i am looking for a pair of in ear headphones for my note 3 and poweramp with volume and skip button compatible.
i would like those:
http://en-de.sennheiser.com/stereo-headset-iphone-volume-call-control-mm-70i
do you think are compatible (sound +/- skip/prev song?)
do you know any other in ear headphones with those command fully compatible with poweramp/android/note 3?
thanks!
up!
please...
I use skull candy and it will control Power Amp
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