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Equiso Smart TV - Turn any TV into a Smart TV

Equiso puts the Power of an Android tablet on your TV. Combined with our interactive remote, Equiso will truly refine your TV experience.
Watch stunning 1080p HD content from Netflix, Hulu Plus, YouTube and many more! Send emails, update your facebook status, play Angry Birds or Fruit Ninja like never before. Download new apps, create and display a powerpoint, listen to music, read books, and play most all those interactive games you love so much on your phone or tablet.
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2028163448/equiso-smart-tv-turn-any-tv-into-a-smart-tv

Kicked in for this one. The gesture remote and keyboard looks really good compared to other byo input device models being made nowadays.

Hope this is good, any one bought this and experiences please ?
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j_svas said:
Hope this is good, any one bought this and experiences please ?
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It's not out yet. First batch is supposed to be shipped in (late) August. I have pledged 4 of them, very excited..
You can pre-order for $69,99 now at Amazon which will be the first batch shipped after the early backers...

Pimmr said:
It's not out yet. First batch is supposed to be shipped in (late) August. I have pledged 4 of them, very excited..
You can pre-order for $69,99 now at Amazon which will be the first batch shipped after the early backers...
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Damn that early bird special would have been awesome....I guess I will pass.
Waiting for these to get down to ~$40
Or for UBUNTUtv

Censura_Umbra said:
Damn that early bird special would have been awesome....I guess I will pass.
Waiting for these to get down to ~$40
Or for UBUNTUtv
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I paid $69 for them, still think that is not a bad deal given the overall package..

Got my tracking info. Says it is out for delivery today!

Bushrod said:
Got my tracking info. Says it is out for delivery today!
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Let us know how it is, I like this thing. Not enjoying my gv-20 so far but it is early in the game still...
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Capabilities of this type of device
Got mine its decent. Does anyone know if there will be very much development for this device.
I know they said they would put out some OTA updates and root was a possibility in the future.
This is my first device of this nature and I am clueless to any possibilities it may have. I know I like
to root any device I can and I'm hoping to do the same with this.

I'm just hoping their OTA updates fix the crashing, hell when some apps crash and it asks if you want to report it, the report crashes as well!

I ordered two of these. It is junk. Move along. Laggy and one of my units is broken. Company doesnt care. It is just a rebranded CX-01...

Well the last few comments are not encouraging.. Picking mine up on Thursday...
Anyone had an opportunity to try Plex on it yet? That was the main reason I bought it.

Syco54645 said:
I ordered two of these. It is junk. Move along. Laggy and one of my units is broken. Company doesnt care. It is just a rebranded CX-01...
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It looks to me like they do care quite a bit. They are answering all kinds of questions on the Kickstarter backer's page and on Facebook. I believe that they are working hard on an OTA update to be released very soon....At least I hope it's soon.
As for the broken one, have you emailed [email protected] with your concerns?
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And for anyone on this forum who has the Equiso, they just posted this on the comments page..
"We are narrowing down the bug fix for the wait close screen. Just a quick shout out. We have a new 500gb external HDD sitting in our office. Find the bug before we do and its yours!"
Invitation to help out with getting this thing running A-1... Wish I knew something/anything about coding and programming

Jester23 said:
Well the last few comments are not encouraging.. Picking mine up on Thursday...
Anyone had an opportunity to try Plex on it yet? That was the main reason I bought it.
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I bought mine for plex as well and no luck so far. It won't connect to my server despite every other android device I have being able to. Commenters on Kickstarter are reporting problems with it as well.

Got Root
I got this device rooted awhile back and downloaded some apps to help with
performance. It runs alot better now. I can't beleive they couldn't fix some of these
issues before it came out. I installed the beta updates they put out and it helped.
It seems like they don't want to give out the info needed for people to do developement
because they are afraid someone will get it up and running better then they can.
I'm just looking forward to running custom roms on this thing.

I've owned one of these, and also a bunch of the dual core sticks.
The Equiso is not worth the price. It is pretty much a cx-01 or c-77.
I found the video performance to be substandard.
I sold it for a loss after a week.
You can get a dual core for cheaper.
Even the original MK802(single core allwinner a10) is better.
If I had to buy a stick right now it would be the dual core MX1.
If I wanted to wait I would pick up the GK802 quad core stick(freescale soc!) or the uHost2 dual core stick.(more usb)
Let the buyer beware though! Check out everything you can before you buy!

Wow, that uhost2 looks really good. Would you happen to know of any good reliable retailers that have the Bluetooth capable one???
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I received my pro two weeks ago. No image on my tv whatsoever. Tried on my friends brand new tv where it works. Imagine buying a dvd-player only to find out it is not compatible with your tv.... sucks.... no answer regarding update from the support either
Tried on another TV. Works but hängs and bootloops every time I connect to wifi or change video settings

Bought this tv stick at Wallmart
I have purchased this TV stick at Walmart the stock Rom is buggy until you root it and change the CPU governor. I have rooted it and removed the equiso update file from system/app now it doesn't pop up all the time which was kind of annoying. I have done some simple stuff to this TV stick and it works well I agree with the other post though this should of been done before it was released.

Can it turn my grandma to a smart phone ?
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Pls help new N7 owner to get correct items to play games on N7 w/ controller to tv

Hello to the Community. I first want to say thank to all you great people. This is the BEST forum going and you've been a huge help to many times.
OK so I'm a new owner of a 16g Nexus 7.
The main goal of this thread is I'm trying to find a gaming controller, the cable to allow the controller to function, and then a cable that will allow me to play games or watch movies on my big screen. I have some knowledge of what I'm looking for but not enough. I didn't want to make the mistake of buying the wrong thing, especially on line.
The other day I go and buy a micro HDmi to HDMI and realized after that is no go on either the N7 or gnex. So I'm here: I'm confident I can get good Info on all three of these items that work well and for cheap.
I have searched around here, other forums and on line but I haven't find anything definitive enough on what I would all need and works most current.
Need to buy on line asap:
The gaming controller: I don't care if its wired or wireless. Whatever you experts recommend is fine with me.
HDMI capable cable to TV.
If I have made any mistakes in posting or didn't include enough info please let me know.
Thank you all ahead of time for taking the time.
Sent from my Nexus 7

I am no expert either....just picked up my N7 today as well.
but i am pretty sure you need an MHL adapter...which is micro SD to Full HDMI female plug. then an HDMI cable from MHL to the TV.
as for the controller, i would probably stick with Bluetooth. you can use a PS3 BT controller (make sure it is official sony sixaxxis as some nockoffs use a wireless transmitter which isn't as easy and may not even work on the N&)
the PS3 controller i believe requires Root and an app which costs Money.
or there are other ones that gamestop sells called the Nyco playpad or something like that designed specifically for android gaming.
the Nyco requires a free app in the play store.
hook everything up, and you should be gaming in no time.
i personally can't wait to play some Old school NES games on my bigscreen.

There"s no mhl on the nexus 7.

htcevo4g03 said:
Hello to the Community. I first want to say thank to all you great people. This is the BEST forum going and you've been a huge help to many times.
OK so I'm a new owner of a 16g Nexus 7.
The main goal of this thread is I'm trying to find a gaming controller, the cable to allow the controller to function, and then a cable that will allow me to play games or watch movies on my big screen. I have some knowledge of what I'm looking for but not enough. I didn't want to make the mistake of buying the wrong thing, especially on line.
The other day I go and buy a micro HDmi to HDMI and realized after that is no go on either the N7 or gnex. So I'm here: I'm confident I can get good Info on all three of these items that work well and for cheap.
I have searched around here, other forums and on line but I haven't find anything definitive enough on what I would all need and works most current.
Need to buy on line asap:
The gaming controller: I don't care if its wired or wireless. Whatever you experts recommend is fine with me.
HDMI capable cable to TV.
If I have made any mistakes in posting or didn't include enough info please let me know.
Thank you all ahead of time for taking the time.
Sent from my Nexus 7
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Hey there and welcome,
I have done a couple of the things you're aiming to achieve.
For the controller, I have purchased a cheap micro USB OTG host (Right angled) from eBay for about £1.
This enabled me to use wired controllers, mount USB sticks for films etc.
I purchased an unofficial Xbox controller from Argos for around £17, it didn't work 100% from plug in, I had to modify the key layout file which took 2 mins, now it's perfect.
With regards to the HDMI, I don't think the N7 supports MHL, android 4.2 however will support wireless screen sharing via a dongle you plug into the TV. I forgot what its called.
Anyway, hope that helps, enjoy the nexus 7!
Edit: software is called miracast, looks promising. And if this method is preferred I guess a wireless controller is preferred too!
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lukems said:
Hey there and welcome,
I have done a couple of the things you're aiming to achieve.
For the controller, I have purchased a cheap micro USB OTG host (Right angled) from eBay for about £1.
This enabled me to use wired controllers, mount USB sticks for films etc.
I purchased an unofficial Xbox controller from Argos for around £17, it didn't work 100% from plug in, I had to modify the key layout file which took 2 mins, now it's perfect.
With regards to the HDMI, I don't think the N7 supports MHL, android 4.2 however will support wireless screen sharing via a dongle you plug into the TV. I forgot what its called.
Anyway, hope that helps, enjoy the nexus 7!
Edit: software is called miracast, looks promising. And if this method is preferred I guess a wireless controller is preferred too!
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Yo thank you for the reply buddy
Sucks no Hdmi but o well gaming with a controller(wired or not) will work for now. What i wanted was to specifically find some ppl who had experience with a setup that confirmed working as recent as poss.
Price wise 1 for the cable and 17 for the controller works for me.
Do you mind linking me to the 2 products?
I wanna order something on line like now. Lol
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htcevo4g03 said:
Yo thank you for the reply buddy
Sucks no Hdmi but o well gaming with a controller(wired or not) will work for now. What i wanted was to specifically find some ppl who had experience with a setup that confirmed working as recent as poss.
Price wise 1 for the cable and 17 for the controller works for me.
Do you mind linking me to the 2 products?
I wanna order something on line like now. Lol
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Android 4.2 will give you an HD video outpout with Miracast

turdbogls said:
I am no expert either....just picked up my N7 today as well.
but i am pretty sure you need an MHL adapter...which is micro SD to Full HDMI female plug. then an HDMI cable from MHL to the TV.
as for the controller, i would probably stick with Bluetooth. you can use a PS3 BT controller (make sure it is official sony sixaxxis as some nockoffs use a wireless transmitter which isn't as easy and may not even work on the N&)
the PS3 controller i believe requires Root and an app which costs Money.
or there are other ones that gamestop sells called the Nyco playpad or something like that designed specifically for android gaming.
the Nyco requires a free app in the play store.
hook everything up, and you should be gaming in no time.
i personally can't wait to play some Old school NES games on my bigscreen.
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Hey dude thanks for the reply
OK so see this is why i can get confused. The one reply below yours says n7 has no mhl support which I did hear multiple times other places online. But your saying it IS POSSIBLE with the MHL adapter( and I've seen it done on YouTube somehow). If it is me.that is misunderstanding what is being said, please 4give me,
--all I want is to game with a controller on my N7, if its possible to do it on a big screen...GREAT, if not no biggie at all. I just want to understand it however it is.
Make the purchases asap so they can get here asap. Lol
This can be really frustrating lol
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htcevo4g03 said:
Hey dude thanks for the reply
OK so see this is why i can get confused. The one reply below yours says n7 has no mhl support which I did hear multiple times other places online. But your saying it IS POSSIBLE with the MHL adapter( and I've seen it done on YouTube somehow). If it is me.that is misunderstanding what is being said, please 4give me,
--all I want is to game with a controller on my N7, if its possible to do it on a big screen...GREAT, if not no biggie at all. I just want to understand it however it is.
Make the purchases asap so they can get here asap. Lol
This can be really frustrating lol
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Like i said, i am new to this device as well. i though for sure i saw that MHL worked and since it works with the Gnex, i figured it was OK to put that in my post.....I was wrong. looks like it doesn't work will have to wait for miracast and 4.2 for the bigscreen

htcevo4g03 said:
Yo thank you for the reply buddy
Sucks no Hdmi but o well gaming with a controller(wired or not) will work for now. What i wanted was to specifically find some ppl who had experience with a setup that confirmed working as recent as poss.
Price wise 1 for the cable and 17 for the controller works for me.
Do you mind linking me to the 2 products?
I wanna order something on line like now. Lol
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Sure I bought this OTG cable:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Micro-USB..._MobilePhoneDataCables_JN&hash=item337bd7046e
And this controller:
http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/9088535.htm
Worked a treat, was a quick fix to make it work perfect I can explain later if you end up with these.
Enjoy!
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htcevo4g03 said:
The gaming controller: I don't care if its wired or wireless. Whatever you experts recommend is fine with me.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=30575653&postcount=24
I basically just ordered a cheap, non-branded game controller (about $5), got a USB OTG cable with the same specifics (cheap, non-branded), and found a custom keylayout that works for cheap, non-branded controllers. Combined all those together, and I now have a nice controller that can play games like DEAD TRIGGER

lukems said:
Sure I bought this OTG cable:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Micro-USB..._MobilePhoneDataCables_JN&hash=item337bd7046e
And this controller:
http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/9088535.htm
Worked a treat, was a quick fix to make it work perfect I can explain later if you end up with these.
Enjoy!
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Great lukems!! Thanks very very much for taking the time to link these. I will make a decision within the next few days and make the purchases. Can't wait! If I do go ahead with your setup can I pm you if I need to get that fix?
Edit: I forgot to ask, that website you bought the controller from, I can buy buy a that in the U.S. right?
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espionage724 said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=30575653&postcount=24
I basically just ordered a cheap, non-branded game controller (about $5), got a USB OTG cable with the same specifics (cheap, non-branded), and found a custom keylayout that works for cheap, non-branded controllers. Combined all those together, and I now have a nice controller that can play games like DEAD TRIGGER
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Thanks espionage. This is all I want haha. I will follow the thread you linked. Your a big help. I just hope w/e I decide on ends up not being too hard to get working.
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htcevo4g03 said:
Great lukems!! Thanks very very much for taking the time to link these. I will make a decision within the next few days and make the purchases. Can't wait! If I do go ahead with your setup can I pm you if I need to get that fix?
Edit: I forgot to ask, that website you bought the controller from, I can buy buy a that in the U.S. right?
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Yeah no problem, as long as the gameplay has the same layout as an Xbox controller, I know how to make it work. Other types will be a bit different buy I'm sure other people have got them working by editting the keylayout file, just send me a pm and I'll help with what I can.
With regards to the Argos site, you may want to find it locally for cheaper.
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Hey guys.
OK I got this http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=280894965492 for $7
I haven't had much time but with the testing I've done with the time I did have here is what I know:
dead trigger- I see that this game has a built in option to use a game pad and map the buttons. It seemed pretty simple to do. The one small issue I couldn't figure out was how to map the control to lower w/e weapon I'm using. With the normal touchscreen your able to move that up/down. With the controller it stays about right at a level where w/e weapon I'm using shoots the zombies at head level( which is great when shooting) but sometimes its nice to be able to move that, especially when you are moving. If anyone knows how to do this or anything else Im missing i would appreciate the help very much.
NFS Most Wanted- could not figure out how to get the controller to work. Any info would be great.
Asphalt Heat-I haven't tried yet but I'm pretty sure there is a built in option to use a gamepad as well. Correct?
MC3-Iv seen and heard this game is capable of using USB controller but I don't know how to get it work. Any info on this?
NBA Jam-tried straight plug and play with this game and had no success?
Beach Buggy Blitz- built in option for gamepads worked. Pretty simple.
Any other games that anyone has experience with plug and play or simple modifications would be a great help to me.
Thank you.
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Can someone please please help me. I got a USB controller that works. The game in question is modern Combat 3 on the nexus 7. This is driving me fricken crazy. I been at this for hours and I'm about ready to go nuts. I'm at the point where I'm trying to map the buttons on the touch screen. I figured out how to maps most of the buttons EXCEPT FOR HOW TO MOVE/RUN AND AND AIM. I'm trying to map the left analog stick to move/run and the right analog stick to aim/movie the gun around. I'm kind of able to but the direction I'm moving are all fed up and I can't get it right.
I'll be able map the right analog stick to move the gun around but up moves left down moves right left moves up and right moves down. You understand what I mean? It WILL NOT let me to get right how its suppose to be.
If someone can somehow someway help it would be a huge help. I've literally been at it for 2 day on and off and I can't figure it out. Its so darn frustrating.
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Can someone please please give me some insight on the specific issue I'm having regarding MC3/Joystick center 6 app/right analog with moving the gun around.( see above.)
I will donate to someone who can help me figure out why this is happening .
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Please community
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Wow no help here at all. Very very disappointed.
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Guide: Sixaxis Controller Sync Without OTG Cable

1.) Items Required
a. Wireless Ps3 controller
b. PS3 controller usb cord.
c. rooted Nexus 7
d. standard usb charger for android device
e. pc with 2 open usb ports windows 7 or earlier "windows 8 broken"
IMG]http://dl.xda-developers.com/attachdl/744b4ec3aa9a519eff38e43720a0133b/5116e664/1/7/1/6/5/6/8/android_6axis.jpg[/IMG]
2.) Tablet Software
a. SixAxis Controller https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dancingpixelstudios.sixaxiscontroller&hl=en
3.) Pc Software
a. sixaxis pair tool http://www.dancingpixelstudios.com/sixaxiscontroller/SixaxisPairToolSetup-0.2.3.exe
How to:
1. Plug ps3 controller and tablet into computer via usb .
2.Let drivers install
3. Run sixaxis controller on tablet
4. press start pin sixaxis app
5. Locate Local bluetooth adress at bottom
6. Run Sixaxis pair tool on pc and put the local bluetooth adress in the given area and press save
7. Remove usb cables and press power button on ps3 controller and it should blink for a second and then show 1 constant red light.
First guide ruff version will be update with video and more pictures, feel free to ask any questions.
mods feel free to move if in the wrong area

welcome buddy!
Great job man I needed this. I couldn't find any way to get it to work without the otg cable
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I am very tempted to do this since I don't have an OTG cable. I don't have a ps3 controller but might buy one. But do a lot of games support this kind of thing? I like need for speed, and shadowgun. I just don't want to buy a $50 controller if its very limited. awesome guide though.

tu3218 said:
I am very tempted to do this since I don't have an OTG cable. I don't have a ps3 controller but might buy one. But do a lot of games support this kind of thing? I like need for speed, and shadowgun. I just don't want to buy a $50 controller if its very limited. awesome guide though.
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Yeah its great! I also use it for shadow gun
You can buy a used controller or something I just used an old one we had.
But it was definitely worth buying the app
*** this guide is good because most guides require you to purchase the otg cable ****
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tdizzle404 said:
Yeah its great! I also use it for shadow gun
You can buy a used controller or something I just used an old one we had.
But it was definitely worth buying the app
*** this guide is good because most guides require you to purchase the otg cable ****
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Yeah I tried to find something on craigslist but came up with nothing. ebay has some but I don't like buying electronics from other people. Best buy has them for $55. I just found a $25 gift card but still not sure if its worth it lol How good does it work with games? Main reason for all this is my xbox 360 broke and don't have the money to buy a new one. Also with the possibility of a new one coming out this year, I'd rather wait. But I'd like to play games still but the touch screen just isn't efficient.

Huh? You guys didn't know you could do it without an OTG cable? I was under the impression that 99% of people just used the PC Software.
BTW, MAKE sure you buy an original Sony controller. If not, you'll probably never even get it synced. Sir_earl has said countless times that 3rd party controllers aren't the same and he hasn't really been able to support them.

tu3218 said:
Yeah I tried to find something on craigslist but came up with nothing. ebay has some but I don't like buying electronics from other people. Best buy has them for $55. I just found a $25 gift card but still not sure if its worth it lol How good does it work with games? Main reason for all this is my xbox 360 broke and don't have the money to buy a new one. Also with the possibility of a new one coming out this year, I'd rather wait. But I'd like to play games still but the touch screen just isn't efficient.
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Dude its awesome with games, so much better the using the screen. + it works on all the games I like to run
Heck it is worth it if you only use it on SG dead zone GTA or NFS lol
Yeah and like its been said before make sure you have a SixAxis controller, doesn't have to be new "I'm using a old grey one" It just has to be SixAxis
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okay cool. I'll probably pick one up but I'll wait for a sale. I'm not paying $55 for a controller lol a bit steep for something I don't know if it'll work with everything.

My driver's can't be found using windows 8

RnRexpress3423 said:
My driver's can't be found using windows 8
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yeah Bro Im pretty sure you need to use win7

I tried downloading this but it says it's incompatible with my devices? I have a Nexus 7 of course. Odd.

tdizzle404 said:
yeah Bro Im pretty sure you need to use win7
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Ok so I'm going to use a computer that has windows 7 on it. Now will the controller always stay synced up to my phone even if I use it with my PS3, or will I have to hook it up to the computer everytime I want to use it?
Edit - Windows 7 to the f'ing rescue! Playing Deadtrigger with a controller is so much better. Made the game 10 times better for me. Between flashing ROMS for the N7 and S3, I am in flasher heaven minus the tatas but hey that's what a girlfriends for right?

Prototype Build TP with HDMI

So I just snagged a prototype/developer model Play that does have HDMI out on it and I'm wondering in advance what the best choice of bootloader and/or firmware to use for maximum performance and battery life without interfering with the HDMI out functionality.
I did my best to sort through the ten million "I wish my Play had HDMI out" threads and what I could glean from MAYBE legit prototype discussion threads sound like it probably has parts of its modem removed to make room for the HDMI (which is fine since I want it as a portable/dockable game device) and that battery life might have a problem, which I would guess is from constant signal search that can probably be disabled.
But does anyone here actually have one of these? I'd love to benefit from someone else's experience with them instead of having to make all the mistakes myself and figuring everything out the hard way!
Thanks!

Mind posting some photos?
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I actually -just- won an auction for one of these off of Ebay... So I like the OP want to know, what's the real story with these units? I know they were display units for the stores to show off but besides that I mean. Do they have functional cellular radios? Are they unlocked? If I do a system restore through the normal menus will it screw itself over and never be able to use the HDMI properly? Does plugging in the HDMI turn off the XP's screen or does it splits its horsepower between the two screens?
Couldn't pass up on buying one, seems like a piece of history. I will post pics when it arrives (like a week) if that interests anyone.
Seller posted: " This is a fully functional Sony Ericsson Xperia Play 4G R800AT - Prototype Build TP HDMI. This phone cannot be activated or used on ANY service. This is a prototype phone. Phone's hardware/software is fully functional."

bonapartist said:
I actually -just- won an auction for one of these off of Ebay... So I like the OP want to know, what's the real story with these units? I know they were display units for the stores to show off but besides that I mean. Do they have functional cellular radios? Are they unlocked? If I do a system restore through the normal menus will it screw itself over and never be able to use the HDMI properly? Does plugging in the HDMI turn off the XP's screen or does it splits its horsepower between the two screens?
Couldn't pass up on buying one, seems like a piece of history. I will post pics when it arrives (like a week) if that interests anyone.
Seller posted: " This is a fully functional Sony Ericsson Xperia Play 4G R800AT - Prototype Build TP HDMI. This phone cannot be activated or used on ANY service. This is a prototype phone. Phone's hardware/software is fully functional."
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LoL yeah me too! I'm not at all surprised the guy who bought the other one also came here straight away with exactly the same questions as I have. There's still one left, if anybody wants it. We haven't received them yet but you can see the pictures the seller posted on eBay if you just search for "xperia play hdmi". I agree it would be nice to see the actual mainboard and once I give mine a complete function check I'll probably open it up and take some pictures.

I think that you have something different in your roms/kernels what let your Plays to use hdmi. So there is probably now roms or kernels u can use without loosing hdmi. Only root and mods
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I actually sold my Xperia PLAY about a month ago, sad to see it go but I moved on to a Nexus 5 in December and it took me all that time to let it go. Mine was not an HDMI model though, it was an early AT&T model without the branding.
For those curious I added the photos from my old prototype Xperia PLAY.

evilwise said:
So I just snagged a prototype/developer model Play that does have HDMI out on it and I'm wondering in advance what the best choice of bootloader and/or firmware to use for maximum performance and battery life without interfering with the HDMI out functionality.
I did my best to sort through the ten million "I wish my Play had HDMI out" threads and what I could glean from MAYBE legit prototype discussion threads sound like it probably has parts of its modem removed to make room for the HDMI (which is fine since I want it as a portable/dockable game device) and that battery life might have a problem, which I would guess is from constant signal search that can probably be disabled.
But does anyone here actually have one of these? I'd love to benefit from someone else's experience with them instead of having to make all the mistakes myself and figuring everything out the hard way!
Thanks!
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Would love to see some pics as well.
There are some ROMs out there that are meant for those without radios/cell planes, such as Xperia NXT Gaming, but your HDMI might not work properly.
There were stories a few years ago about someone who said they had a prototype unit, but not many actual cases. One guy even tried modding an HDMI in there.

This ^
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This ^
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Yep that's one of ours. I'm surprised we got them for the price we got them for, and that the seller described them to be "for parts" which would have been a shame. Unless I get some nasty surprises when it arrives I wouldn't sell it for twice the price I paid.

evilwise said:
Yep that's one of ours. I'm surprised we got them for the price we got them for, and that the seller described them to be "for parts" which would have been a shame. Unless I get some nasty surprises when it arrives I wouldn't sell it for twice the price I paid.
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It's definitely one of a kind

Leraeniesh said:
It's definitely one of a kind
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Three of a kind at best

Always wanted to get my hands on a prototype play with hdmi never could find one:/
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The phone showed up in immaculate condition, as if it had never been used. The HDMI port is very rough as you can see, with exposed circuit board. At this point I haven't been able to get the HDMI to work - I can't find any options for it in the settings and trying two different HDMI cables on two different displays hasn't worked yet. It seems the seller was correct when he said the phone couldn't connect to its network, as putting my valid ATT Sim card didn't get me signs of life. WiFi works fine. If anyone has any questions or any ideas on how to make the HDMI work, I'm all ears.

You can dial *#*#7378423#*#* goto service test - hdmi test. Few options there to test.
I'm also curious about this,such a presious gem you have

Bakisha said:
You can dial *#*#7378423#*#* goto service test - hdmi test. Few options there to test.
I'm also curious about this,such a presious gem you have
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Thanks for the suggestion, I tried that and the video test did not display on the one monitor I have access to at this hour.
The HDMI status options all show as being "unknown"
The EDID reading option/ Edid Hex Data reads as "unknown"

Maybe someone who used this model before you flashed soft from other Play version and coz this u lost hdmi drivers in rom/kernel
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Always wanted to get my hands on a prototype play with hdmi never could find one:/
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Have you tried the other type instead of hdmi mhq or whatever it's called?
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Also did you try the hdmi option in service settings?
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yes
i had this phone with HDMI port 3 years age and used that for telecom exhibition
if you search on xda can find my post , i remember that i uploaded video and pictuesr both . but like always , some childish guys tried to say that was a lie ...
this is a real phone but is limited and just was for special offers to Sony-erricson like exhibitions .

I remember those posts everyone knew the phone was real lol they just didn't believe you had it because there were never any pics or vids that I remember anyway. But since you had the phone why aren't you telling him how to get hdmi working instead of sharing drama about how onetime childish people didn't believe you?
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Well I finally received my phone, postage due I might add. It is indeed in practically new condition and mine came with retail packaging including headphones and a little dock but no charger for whatever reason. The HDMI output seems to be a Mac style mini display port aka "Thunderbolt". I'm a real Apple hater so I had to order an adapter. When it arrives, I'll post my results. In the mean time I am willing to pull the back off and take some pictures of the board if people are interested in that sort of thing.
It reports
Baseband version 7X30A-AAABQMAZM-1290_21-42
Kernel version 2.6.32.9-perf
Build number 3.0.1.B.0.270
None of which seems out of the ordinary for an early build I guess... Anyway, I definitely won't update anything - other than rooting - until I get my display port adapter. Hopefully it will simply send an identical 854x480p signal out the port as it sends to the screen and it'll be as simple as that - one can only hope.

New Fire TV 2 Stick available for pre-order

Delivery 20th October. Looks like a good deal
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZV9RDK...&pf_rd_p=9cb822a2-3ea5-4931-b897-803e845ba934

Interesting specs
MediaTek Quad-core ARM 1.3 GHz
Wi-Fi supports 2x2 MIMO 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
no 4k, which is understandable with the specs. Still 1gig memory and 8 gig storage. It also says optional ethernet. So maybe a dongle to split the mini usb is going to be sold.

yea...quad-core from dual-core is an upgrade but same amount of RAM. Wonder if it's able to handle Kodi fluidly like the AFTV box. Still, "It has the same 8GB internal storage and 1GB of RAM as the original, but makes the jump from Bluetooth 3.0 to 4.1. The device can also decode H.265 video, no doubt future-proofing for future streaming and media support. Finally, 802.11ac WiFi support has been added."
Will buy one to test it's performance...

Hi,
Is there anyone able to order one and then reship it to my address in Italy? Please PM me / let me know if possible.
Thanks.
puppinoo.

I dropped my fire stick for an android box. Good riddance.
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asafegous said:
I dropped my fire stick for an android box. Good riddance.
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OT, but which one did you go with?

ldeveraux said:
OT, but which one did you go with?
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http://m.gearbest.com/tv-box-mini-pc/pp_428522.html?wid=21
The remote is the only downside. It requires hard press, but with a wireless keyboard, this thing is just beautiful.
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I prefer an Android TV box, not just an Android box. Having to pull out a keyboard/mouse/touchpad for a lot of the major apps is a pain. The Android TV boxes including the fire tv and stick have dedicated apps that work with the included remote, I own one of these Android boxes running Android 6 and although it does kodi pretty well and connects to a usb hard drive / flash drive playing local media really well, where it lacks is the efficency of thr U.I with apps like hbogo, showtime, bbc iplayer, itv player, etc. Even Netflix is annoying with the Android boxes where you still need a secondary device like a BT or usb type keyboard / touchpad to access seasons of a show. Some of these Android boxes have a small mouse remote where you click the arrows to move around. Way too inefficient. Point is there's something about these fire tv and stick devices and Android TV boxes that integrate apps better than an Android box. I'm keeping my eye on the Xiaomi mi that's coming out for $69 and it's a true Android TV box.

puppinoo said:
Hi,
Is there anyone able to order one and then reship it to my address in Italy? Please PM me / let me know if possible.
Thanks.
puppinoo.
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Someone would have to ship to Italy for you.
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Yes,
I can provide address and Of course I 'd pay all costs.
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Someone would have to ship to Italy for you.
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puppinoo said:
Yes,
I can provide address and Of course I 'd pay all costs.
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I wouldn't mind helping you. I just don't know exact shipping cost via US Post Office it would be, my guess is around 13-20$. I sometimes ship to my home country Poland and lightweight packages cost around 13$ and usually arrive in 3-7 days.
Then they might hit you with custom fees so you would have to prepared for that as well. I'm here for many years so you won't have any issues trusting me, if you are interested you can PM me. Sometimes I might take longer to respond but I sure can help you.

Thanks.
I just PMed you. Much appreciated.
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I wouldn't mind helping you. I just don't know exact shipping cost via US Post Office it would be, my guess is around 13-20$. I sometimes ship to my home country Poland and lightweight packages cost around 13$ and usually arrive in 3-7 days.
Then they might hit you with custom fees so you would have to prepared for that as well. I'm here for many years so you won't have any issues trusting me, if you are interested you can PM me. Sometimes I might take longer to respond but I sure can help you.
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asafegous said:
http://m.gearbest.com/tv-box-mini-pc/pp_428522.html?wid=21
The remote is the only downside. It requires hard press, but with a wireless keyboard, this thing is just beautiful.
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eek, sounds like it has kodi issues
http://forum.xda-developers.com/and...iew-beelink-gt1-amlogic-s912-android-t3453197

the_chinaman said:
eek, sounds like it has kodi issues
http://forum.xda-developers.com/and...iew-beelink-gt1-amlogic-s912-android-t3453197
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No. Not really. It takes forever to shutdown kodi. I suppose its all the addons that are enabled. Im using it more and more. Browser, facebook, email. Its becoming my media everything center.
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