I have not been able to connect an older Think Outside BT mouse to the N4. The mouse connects to the laptop. I have attempted the discovery several times and the N4 will not see the mouse.
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Odd, the phone was not restarted, everything the same, and this time paired the first time.
This may become a car mouse. The mouse wheel switches between home screens. Now if I could figure out how program the mouse wheel to flip through 3 or 4 selected or open apps it would be the Jetsons.
"You can use GMD Gesture Control to swipe between apps."-joshnichols189
This has been the best suggestion so far. There is something I find disorienting when using tiny touch controls for Mort, GPS, and a few others, while mounted on the dash and going down the highway. The car mouse rocked for the 2215 and the Axim.
Why would you want to use a PC mouse on a phone ? If it was a tablet then it's understandable. It's just redundant...
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External Monitor. Have not done this yet.
I have a desk with two levels, top level the N4 sits in an Griffin Arrowhead stand in front of the monitor. I see over the N4 just enough to see all of the monitor. Using the mouse gives me an unobstructed view, it is fast, and comfortable, for some task.
I have a mouse pad that I made for the car that has a slight lip and was used with my PPCs. The N4 provides navigation. entertainment, and communications and is in a vent mount. I am really bad at using the N4 while driving and I think it to be dangerous (for me). Not all finger friendly buttons are the same, some are hard to use on the road. I have failed to find a fast and easy to use task switcher as I am not sure I will root. I would like to make the mouse wheel switch between 3 or 4 apps. The car mouse allows me to use devices like the N4 ( mostly my Axim in the past) without altering my driving position.
I do miss the Axim's many hardware, mappable, indestructible, buttons. The Axim had 2 memory card slots. Back then we wanted USB OTG support so bad. My Imagio and it's buttons was a POS. Sometimes I think the N4 is a sidestep in the right direction. The biggest plus for these pretty, fragile devices is the OS, Android is greatness, Winmo was fun but at the same time hell hell.
i've tried a speedlink snappy BT mouse with no luck.
It's discovered and it pairs etc. but no cursor or response to movement/ buttons.
The same mouse works fine on my Dell laptop and a Blackberry Playbook.
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I wonder if it possible to use my x7500 as a bluetooth keybord with my PC? Sometimes I have my PC connected with my TV and it would be great if I could use my x7500 as a bluetooh keyboard, instead of buying one. The joystick could work as a mouse.
Any suggestions
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Definitely non-standard. You'll need to find a program that can expose that stuff to a BT host. Might not even exist.
Just saw this article. Looks like its doable on the iPhone and G1, so maybe someone's done it for WM.
http://www.engadget.com/2009/01/01/remotedroid-app-turns-your-g1-into-a-wireless-keyboard-and-mouse/
Looked at the engadget website, and it would be great if there was WM software
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Theres a software called mobile remote.... you could control pc via bluetooth and use the touch screen as your keyboard (other SIP supported) or the hardware keyboard
Works great with Athena
i use ppc tablet 4:
http://www.aacompserv.com/AACompWeb/Modules/PPCTablet/WhatIsIt.aspx?sys_NavBarSelectedNodeID=002.001
been using it for ages and it works just fine. some of the features:
- you can use your athena's screen as the mousepad to control the mouse on the pc
- you can execute items on your pc and use the athena's keyboard. example: as you're controlling the mouse on your pc you decide to open facebook. you can enter your login details using the athena's keyboard. you can then further interact by typing anything
- you can use "hand writing" recognition. this means you can use the athena's screen as a tablet. the drawback i see is you need some practice to get the letters right. and it can be a burden when you use hand writing AND mouse function. that's why i would simply use the athena as the mousepad and use the keyboard for my inputs
- you can use the athena's screen to view the pc screen itself. say you're in another room and you want to execute something. the athena's screen will allow you to view what's exactly on your pc screen. you can then do whatever you want: e.g. open an application, microsoft doc, etc. use the keyboard to type in stuff, etc. DRAWBACK: you can't view the entire pc screen. you only get a small rectangular view of your pc. think of the athena's screen size and superimpose that your pc screen. the area on your pc screen covered by the athena is the only one you can see. BUT, you can shift the rectangle around if you want to view or access other sections of the pc screen.
some other drawbacks:
- you might want to consider having a steady supply of screen protectors or get a soft tipped stylus. as you'll be using 100% of the athena's screen area, this'll be subject to lots of doodling and stylus contact
- plug in your athena to your wall socket as bluetooth consumes power. you can then also increase the light settings to ensure that the screen is bright all the time
what i've done:
- sync via bluetooth
- plug-in my 4-in-1 cable
- plugged in a mouse. it's much more convenient to have another mouse because the joystick is small. plus the mouse has the left and right buttons already present. OR, i have a bt mouse so this eliminates the need for a wired one
- from the 4-in-1 cable, i can plug an external keyboard. as you can imagine, the athena's is smaller and typing speed is reduced. an external keyboard is much faster for typing in. they're cheap too
hope that helps
Can I use a Bluetooth mouse for my EEE Pad Transformer?
If so, any suggestions as to which one to get?
Thanks!!
Oh and one other question.. with the dock can you use a wireless mouse (i.e. plugin the dongle into the dock usb port)?
Yes you can. I've been using my Microsoft mini notebook mouse which is just straight bluetooth (doesn't even come with a dongle) - worked absolutely fine right off the bat.
My only issue is that the moment is a bit slow for my liking, and there's no setting to change the cursor movement speed.
Apple Magic Mouse should work fine..
If you want a cheap option and have a Fry's nearby I've found that this Inland bluetooth travel mouse works great with the Asus Transformer. The catch being that it didn't work a bit prior to the 3.1 OTA upgrade but after that it's been working great. It's a nice portable size and pretty adequate for as much as I use it.
http://www.frys.com/product/6168329?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
Good luck,
Slaterman
I bought cheapest bluetooth mouse out there (the producer is Manta or sth like that) and it work fine, very fine.
I am using my Logitech mini mouse from my Laptop and pluged into the USB it works fine.. I am thinking that a Bluetooth mouse would be kinda nice though..
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Has anyone managed to get a bluetooth mouse to work just with the pad,i.e no dock involved at all? I ask as I have a very fancy ms bluetooth mouse but my TF wont see it as it hasn't got the drivers which are added to my laptop which , obviously, are designed for windows and not android..not sure how to get around this issue short of buying the dock and just plugging into the usb with a cheapo corded mouse which kinda defeats the object of what I'd like to do
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Has anyone managed to get a bluetooth mouse to work just with the pad,i.e no dock involved at all? I ask as I have a very fancy ms bluetooth mouse but my TF wont see it as it hasn't got the drivers which are added to my laptop which , obviously, are designed for windows and not android..not sure how to get around this issue short of buying the dock and just plugging into the usb with a cheapo corded mouse which kinda defeats the object of what I'd like to do
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I'm using the least expensive one I could find, a Gigabyte I got from Newegg. Turns out it's nicer than any other bluetooth I've tried. I got it to use with the pad and it pairs and works fine with or without the dock connected.
There are no drivers for android for any mouse, so as far as I know there's no way to map the buttons. There is however a setup section for the mouse where you can adjust the cursor speed.
edited to add: doh! - I just noticed how old this thread is. I had done a search and this was near the top. I guess I forgot where I was.
Digiguest said:
Apple Magic Mouse should work fine..
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Doesn't work for me.
I was looking for an inexpensive bluetooth keyboard, similar to this: http://www.zagg.com/accessories/zaggkeys-flex-tablet-keyboard-stand
Does anyone here use a keyboard with their tab?
i use one for note taking at university.it works great. never had a problem. I got one that says motorola on it. they all look the same to me. it takes 2 AA batteries and have lasted a long time so far. connects flawlessly every time. I got mine at staples a while back.
I use my Palm 3245WW Wireless keyboard with my A500. Works perfectly. The special Palm OS function keys and stuff don't work, but all the normal keyboard functions work fine. Haven't felt the need to buy anything different since this one that I've had for years works so well.
They're not at all inexpensive, but the FreedomPro keyboards are among the best I ever came across... They're almost full sized keyboards (combined number & F-keys are only half the normal size, as well as the modifiers + space) that fold in half for storage and transport. Also, this makes them quite robust... I do a lot of programming and stuff with mine, both with my laptop and my tab. What doesn't work is the phone keys, though, as the phone app is defunct on the Iconia Tab.
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i use one for note taking at university.it works great. never had a problem. I got one that says motorola on it. they all look the same to me. it takes 2 AA batteries and have lasted a long time so far. connects flawlessly every time. I got mine at staples a while back.
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Perfect.. Just the post I wanted to see. I was looking at the Moto one, I bought it yesterday, glad to have my decision reinforced..
Do the buttons at the top (volume control, home button, etc) work?
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Btw It's on sale for $30 on eBay: http://www.ebay.com/itm/230735337555?_trksid=p5197.c0.m619
I too have the Motorola Xoom keyboard, I think the volume keys work, can't remember, a few android specific buttons don't work though for whatever reason.
Speaking of bt keyboards. Anyone try ps3 one with trackpad ... curious if it works good?
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Ps3 keyboard works, both as a keyboard and as a trackpad. it took me a little while to figure out how to pair it, having never owned a ps3, but now it connects at the push of a button. Ps3 controller works well too, wired via built-in support and wireless via sixaxis app.
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When i use my keyboard .. i use:
http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=...-7S4Ag&usg=AFQjCNHAxHzUFIDSYGVDqLFUvQ1WVqlexg
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Ps3 keyboard works, both as a keyboard and as a trackpad. it took me a little while to figure out how to pair it, having never owned a ps3, but now it connects at the push of a button. Ps3 controller works well too, wired via built-in support and wireless via sixaxis app.
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Ya i have ps3 controller / sixaxis. Can u pm me how you paired the keyboard. And do most the functions work?
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im using microsoft mobile keyboard 6000
works like a charm and i didnt need to change batteries since 6month
got it for 25euros in a local supermarket
I use the Logitech "Tablet Keyboard for Android 3.0+" (yup, that's the name) and it has a stand built into the case. Works great.
My wife has a SIIG bluetooth keyboard for her A500 and it also works fine (+ less expensive)
Keysonic 540RF Wireless
Just wanted to share that I have tested this keyboard. I normally use it for my HTPC and thought I would give it a try on this tablet. Works like a dream, the mouse pointer also shows up and most of the keys work.
I haven't had the chance to test all the keys yet.
If any keys don't work, they can be mapped. "KeyEvent Display" from the market will give you char codes, and if I remember right, the file to modify is /system/usr/keylayout/querty.kl or use logcat to find which one gets loaded. Then just add your new codes.
I use the Acer A500 bluetooth keyboard. Got it for less than 50 bucks and it works just fine.
I use THIS keyboard and I love it because it folds in half for easy transportation when I take it to school, but yet you still have the benefits of a "hard" keyboard, unlike those roll up silicone keyboards. I've got the black version.
You can pick it up used from Amazons Warhouse in "Like New" condition for about $33.
I've just order the iGo Bluetooth keyboard from Argos for £28.99 inc free delivery. I'll post a review when I get it!
LogiTech diNovo Mini
I use the Logitech diNovo Mini, works perfectly
same like me..not working
Since there is so much confusion about this argument, I decided to start a thread about it.
Please post only native Bluetooth mouse and keyboard working with ouya without need of external receiver.
So far for me I got a mini bt keyboard to work (will update with model name shortly), and no luck with apple Magic Mouse. Please post your experience!
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Subscribing to be up-to-date on this.
Another useful info would be posting if these keyboard/mice (specially mice) that work can use its scroll wheels and/or touch capabilities (if any).
I had no problems whatsoever with my hp touchpads bluetooth keyboard paring and using a microsoft mouse and dongle. No setup at all for the mouse when using the usb dongle, the touchpad keyboard was easily paired like any bt device.
Microsoft Bluetooth Notebook Mouse 5000 - pairs, works no problem, speed and scrolling all fine.
Leicke Sharon Aluminium Keyboard for Samsung Smartphones & Tablets - pairs but doesn't work, connection is constantly lost leading do buffering of the input and autorepeat.
My wireless Logitech MK710 set works just fine with CM10.
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My wireless Logitech MK710 set works just fine with CM10.
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I was able to plug in my Logitech Mx revolution wireless keyboard pc and mouse dongle. It picked it up and works with clockworkmod. so not even a need to buy a Bluetooth keyboard. I have several though.
The Motorola bt keyboard and mouse for tablets works great. Had them for a year or more already.
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CTP1J0Y/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_img_sol_0
As cheap as it is this keyboard/mouse combo has worked for me. It's a little bit of a pain to get the mouse to pair correctly but it worked eventually.
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As cheap as it is this keyboard/mouse combo has worked for me. It's a little bit of a pain to get the mouse to pair correctly but it worked eventually.
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I've been using the PS3 KeyPad with no issues. I recommend this Bluetooth keyboard because it sits nicely over the face of the PS3 controller and looks really sleek!
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I've been using the PS3 KeyPad with no issues. I recommend this Bluetooth keyboard because it sits nicely over the face of the PS3 controller and looks really sleek!
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I've Googled around on how to get the PS3 Keypad to work and I haven't been able to find anything except how to connect the PS3 controller. I've tried pairing the Keypad the same as the controller and it did not work. Do you have a link on where it explains how to pair the PS3 Keypad? Your help would be greatly appreciated
Apple magic mouse, keyboard, and trackpad all work for me, simultaneously. has anyone noticed, though, that reception is horrible? especially outside of 5 feet?
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Apple magic mouse, keyboard, and trackpad all work for me, simultaneously. has anyone noticed, though, that reception is horrible? especially outside of 5 feet?
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How did you manage to get yours to work. Mine connects to my Apple bluetooth keyboard, but nothing happens after that.
I had a crack on my digitizer / touch screen on my LG G3 but it was not large enough to damage it entirely. I ordered a new assembly but it took forever to arrive as the model (D858HK) was not available locally in my area and had to shipped from China. Here are some useful tips if you face a similar situation and you need some time before you can get the mobile repaired:
1. With a USB OTG cable, the mouse works! Even a wireless adapter that connects to mouse and keyboard works (....I was using these with my desktop)!
2. With bluetooth pairing, you can have a keyboard and mouse from an app installed on another mobile (I used Blackberry).
3. LG Keyboard app has a one handed operation that shifts the keyboard to either right or left of the screen. If you activate that, then the keyboard can shift to one side of the screen where touch still works.
4. Latest versions of TWRP can also handle USB mouse and are a big relief for taking backups before sending over the mobile to a repair shop.
5. Rotation Control app can enable rotation to all angles and even for apps that do not otherwise permit rotation.
6. If you do not have a mouse handy and want to take a TWRP backup, then Flashify can come in handy. Read up on openrecovery scripting that can be handled by TWRP.
7. If you are rooted with xposed and tweaksbox installed, then you can crowd the navigation bar with additional buttons such that the 3 must have buttons are at a place where touch screen works. Even otherwise, navigation bar can take up to 5 buttons.
8. If you want to use the 4G capabilities of the mobile with other phones, you can try bluetooth or wi-fi tethering. While bluetooth tethering does not consume too much power, wifi tethering can be power hungry. A way to get around that is to use Automate app and set rules there, which help you automate the wifi hotspot and switch it off later according to requirement (fixed intervals, when another device connects on bluetooth, when a notification arrives etc etc).
9. Keep MTP enabled and learn to use ADB.
10. Use a bluetooth headset to receive calls.
11. Use T-Action to receive calls and gesture settings to turn down volume / ignore calls.
12. Activating auto correct for keyboards can also help.
...maybe some more and I will add these later as they come to mind.
But hope you never face this problem. Cheers,
Couldn't have said it better, I'm stuck using a mouse for now also-battery life is horrible using a usb mouse though
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Couldn't have said it better, I'm stuck using a mouse for now also-battery life is horrible using a usb mouse though
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Bluetooth mouse delivers much better battery life. But then, I had to use mouse for some very specific purposes as 80% of touch screen was working for me.
Yeah i left the few Bluetooth mice I had at my dad's house only to realize he lost all the usb receiver pieces... Time to get a new one as only half the left side about a half inch in and sometimes the bottom works if I'm patient...
undeadking said:
Yeah i left the few Bluetooth mice I had at my dad's house only to realize he lost all the usb receiver pieces... Time to get a new one as only half the left side about a half inch in and sometimes the bottom works if I'm patient...
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But with a Bluetooth mouse and an android phone that has Bluetooth, why would you need a receiver? They should be able to connect directly on Bluetooth.