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Why hasn't this been done already?

Imagine an Xperia Z 2 or whatever other name someone comes up with. This device has no slots at all, not even SIM card or SD card (has 64gb internal memory), no 3.5 mm jack, no microUSB slot. It has proprietary pogo pins (like the metal pads on the XZ except a few more of them) for USB connectivity, QI charging, latest WiFi, latest Bluetooth, maybe IR and FM but who cares really when its main feature is water proofing down to 20m depth for continuous submersion. Perhaps this hypothetical device is slightly larger and thicker (not much) than the XZ, and it comes with a special stylus allowing usage underwater and while wet (not attached, it wont fit on this scale, you'd have to carry it around yourself when it is needed/wanted).
To sum up, the device would feature the following:
NO audio jack
NO SIM card (solved some other way)
NO microUSB
NO microSD
[*]NO slots at all
64gb internal storage
Special pogo pins allowing USB-like connection to computer
Wireless charging (Qi or whatever other solution, obviously possible via the pogo pins as well)
Latest WiFi tech
Latest Bluetooth, with apt-X
A-GPS, GPS, GLONASS, whatever the other devices have at the time
Killer feature: Continuous submersion to some ridiculous number, like say 20+ metres
Roughly same size as XZ, maybe slightly larger
Same, maybe slightly worse (or slightly better but in that case definitely a few mm thicker) battery life
[*]*Magic stylus allowing usage underwater and while wet
(*) Maybe, I haven't decided yet if this one is completely unrealistic because I don't know enough about capacitive screens
The, non-Bluetooth, speakers probably sound like crap but are extremely durable. Ideally, while not playing in a pool or diving off waterfalls, you would probably be using Bluetooth headphones connected at most times.
The question is, if the above mentioned device existed, and assuming you could use it on your network through some magical built-in SIM or through MEID registration or whatever, would you be interested in buying one? Assume the price to be around the same as Xperia Z at launch, perhaps a little more.

You have big imagination
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basically,, an android ipod touch with waterproofness

Awesome idea!!
since most of the stuffs now can be wireless.. it's a brilliant idea.. I would definitely buy 1..
it should include a Qi or better wireless charger... and we can also do miracast nowadays.. so why do we still need ports/slots??

zelduy said:
Awesome idea!!
since most of the stuffs now can be wireless.. it's a brilliant idea.. I would definitely buy 1..
it should include a Qi or better wireless charger... and we can also do miracast nowadays.. so why do we still need ports/slots??
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I agree, but only if you got a pair of Bluetooth headphones, etc. But you'd always need a SUB port anyway wouldn't you, for large updates, and of course rooting, BL unlocking etc x)
Ps: It's not like the touch screen doesn't work under water. It starts clicking everywhere. So the stylus wouldn't help

OsiBasi said:
Ps: It's not like the touch screen doesn't work under water. It starts clicking everywhere. So the stylus wouldn't help
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maybe thats why he said "magic stylus"
resistive screen would work underwater I guess but oh well.. would be kind of old tech in phones

May be by 2015, your dream might come true! I will buy this beast for sure.

Rekoil said:
NO audio jack
NO SIM card (solved some other way)
NO microUSB
NO microSD
[*]NO slots at all
Special pogo pins allowing USB-like connection (charging)
Roughly same size as XZ, maybe slightly larger
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lol they have They are the phones before the sim card and digital reception was invented. Much love go's to the pointless old old analog phones that you had to run down the street and jump up and down to be able to call someone.
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OsiBasi said:
I agree, but only if you got a pair of Bluetooth headphones, etc. But you'd always need a SUB port anyway wouldn't you, for large updates, and of course rooting, BL unlocking etc x)
Ps: It's not like the touch screen doesn't work under water. It starts clicking everywhere. So the stylus wouldn't help
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The pogo pin for usb connector would be enough.. right?
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PogoPin only does charging! no data Connection
you surely can acces ADB and Flash wireless, but its not secure, if you brick your phone it's done!
Btw, Touchscreen will be the biggest problem. Capacitive Touchscreen uses the energy in your hands to control the screen, because the poluted water is electrical conductive you can't use them under water.
If you would old school restrictive touch screens that would work... but it feels horrible ^^

zelduy said:
The pogo pin for usb connector would be enough.. right?
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I haven't seen any pogo USBs. I guess everything is transferable with WiFi/nfc/bt now anyway, so it wouldn't be a must, but Sony, would probably need the USB to install their software etc x)
For me I'd love a fully waterproof Smartphone, but I think the average person dont even know how to connect NFC or Bluetooth, hell my girlfriend needed help connecting to Wi-Fi. So they would simply not bother with this phone. That's why iPhones are still popular. Android is "complicated"... tututu

Read up on USB. For USB 2.0 compatibility, 4 channels are required, 2 for power, one RX and one TX. An additional ID channel is used in the USB 2.0 micro spec.
Besides, the HTC One X has USB pogo pins.

Verizon band support would be nice. Just take my money already, Sony...

[Q] Convert Verizon G2?

Hey guys, when I first saw the Verizon edition of our gorgeous phone I nearly cried! Those large tactile and innovative buttons had been replaced with tiny indistinguishable ones, not only that but they also increased the heft it to the point where we now have to have cases specifically designed for the Verizon variant, all this just so Verizon could be "Different" and "Exclusive" Anyway down to my question. Do you guys think theres anyway to retrofit out Verizon phones so that physically, they are the same as the other variants? Rip out the QI charging bits, buttons and case. Then replace with the AT&T Buttons, case ect?
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Here's what it looks like inside. This is the verizon version obviously. I don't know what the other versions look like, but I do remember a pic floating around here.
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Quote from this thread : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2457672

No. Live with it.
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I would think that you would also need the back inside shell as well because the camera bezel itself is also different. Why do you want change it? Everyone else seems to want the wireless charging.

macace21 said:
I would think that you would also need the back inside shell as well because the camera bezel itself is also different. Why do you want change it? Everyone else seems to want the wireless charging.
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From what I can tell the bezzel around the camera is attached to the same piece as the rear keys. So if I could fine the piece used for att id be set. As to why I dont like the design I feel the same as the author of this review http://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2013...-gets-caught-living-in-the-shadows-of-giants/
"If you're thinking of getting the Verizon version, throw out everything nice I just said about the back. The Verizon variant has a different design that removes the great looking back pattern and buttons, instead using versions that could best be described as "cheaper." The diagonal inlay is gone. It's been replaced with a flat honeycomb pattern that isn't nearly as pronounced, and the sleek looking buttons were swapped out for a tacky sliver plastic. It really looks like Verizon saw the original version and told LG to bring the price down a bit. The result is something that doesn't look nearly as slick as the original." I think the entire point of having buttons on the back is to make them more easily accessible, which is what LG tried to do before verizon F'ed it up.

I guess nobody realizes that they use a smaller footprint for buttons because of the wireless charging coil.
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and have you even used one? it's not a big deal whatsoever. I've never missed hitting a button or hit the wrong one. it's not hard at all.
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jayochs said:
I guess nobody realizes that they use a smaller footprint for buttons because of the wireless charging coil.
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and have you even used one? it's not a big deal whatsoever. I've never missed hitting a button or hit the wrong one. it's not hard at all.
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We understand it, I just dont think its worth it lol. Id rather have a phone the way it was designed and all the other case options that come with it. But seeing how opposed everyone is. I must be overreacting.

I'm sure that people have made that connection. I can see why the OP wants it to be without the wireless charge g and to look the way it was originally designed.

I would have the wirelss charging with those "tiny indistinguishable" buttons if I could!

My guess is by the time you mod the at&t back panels to fit the square camera bezel and ensure the big buttons/notification LED align correctly it would look ugly. I rarely use the rear buttons. When I do I have a LG G2 Ballistic SG Black Case (VERIZON) SG1233-A065 on it, that covers the buttons with rubber buttons that work well for me. I don't touch the camera lens either, and it does not bother me that I covered up the notification light.
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I thought the same about the look of the Verizon variant. From my studies of the differences on the internals, I'm not entirely sure if the addition of the charging coil would cause for a change in thickness enough to prevent a retrofit into the at&t/whoever models. I've been looking and looking, and immensely surprised at how little I can find. Google is not my friend this night haha

General: pics reviews previews stuff and things

http://i-cdn.phonearena.com/images/articles/134152-image/Sharp-AQUOS-Crystal-hands-on.jpg
preview, including hands on vid: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Sharp-AQUOS-Crystal-hands-on_id59555
size comparison vs other 5inchers: http://www.phonearena.com/phones/si...ng-Galaxy-S4,HTC-One-M8/phones/8836,7597,8242
le verge preview: http://www.theverge.com/2014/8/19/6045973/sharp-aquos-crystal-sprint-hands-on
Anyway, its cheap (~250$) and seems a tad better than my current GS3, just dk If i'll be able to use it in Israel if I ever get my hands on one of those. Im dying to upgrade but everything seems to suck, except maybe honor 6 in terms of specs vs price vs not being ugly (including small bezels) vs availability.
I kinda want to get the crystal just to go full hipster about it @ work/friends

SIM card? Unlocked? etc...
Hello everybody...
I am a big fun of Sharp cell phones... I am %00 sure about this... Sharp is the BEST... Forget the rest...
Anyway )) Is there anybody who knows if this phone has SIM card... And possible to find unlocked device etc...
Thanks a LOT!

Chances are that the Softbank version will have one since it is a GSM/WCDMA carrier. The only problem would be getting it unlocked.
Things are a bit murkier for the Sprint version. Sprint is a CDMA carrier and I don't believe many of their phones have GSM/WCDMA sim card slots. Or at least accessible SIM card slots.

My hopes are lying on the Crystal X coming. I would definitely opt back to Sprint for it.

I would buy this if its possible to use in the UK on the GSM networks, I dont even care about the 4G bands too much, so 3G seems to work great in my city without being too slow.
So lets all hope when its out, we can root and unlock the phone to use on other network's. (If supported base bands)
Not seen any development for Sharp phones, so not sure on their policies with bootloaders and security.

I've read the front covering for the display is only plastic. I wonder how easily that will scratch as opposed to something like gorilla glass.

I think that smartphone make by japan is wonderfull to use foe everry one . I like Aquos sharp

It seems like it has a removable back. Is it really? I searched for videos removing it but haven't found any. And if it is removable does it allow you to put any Sim or battery you want? Because those two are the only deal breakers for me. If it does allow for a plethora of batteries then the first I would do is buy one with extended capacity (2000 mah doesn't cut it), or at least a second battery as a backup. And, if it does allow you to swap Sim cards, maybe devs here would figure a way to allow for full gsm support as they did with other sprint phones.
If anyone will bring any more info on those two issues (no matter in what language may the info or video is posted) it would be really helpful.

Stevethegreat said:
It seems like it has a removable back. Is it really? I searched for videos removing it but haven't found any. And if it is removable does it allow you to put any Sim or battery you want? Because those two are the only deal breakers for me. If it does allow for a plethora of batteries then the first I would do is buy one with extended capacity (2000 mah doesn't cut it), or at least a second battery as a backup. And, if it does allow you to swap Sim cards, maybe devs here would figure a way to allow for full gsm support as they did with other sprint phones.
If anyone will bring any more info on those two issues (no matter in what language may the info or video is posted) it would be really helpful.
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I also have questions about that but didn't find a video. Might be because its either new and still not released, also I have questions about if it will work on UK 3g.
I love the design and have been jealous about the other sharp phones with minimal bezel that have been in japan for a long time.
I would really like to buy/import this phone but only if 3g will work on my carrier.

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I've found this image but the Sim card slot is more than likely for 4G LTE on Sprint/Virgin/Boost
Hope we get a release date soon as I really want this phone on Virgin.

I read somewhere that the first one will be a 5" screen, the specs are kind of weak............but supposedly in December there will be a 5.5" screen version with better specs (ram, etc.).

i just bought this phone the other day and have really, really like it. i was wondering if any is rooting it so we have a little more control over what goes on it and what it can do. it's definitely high style and that's a plus!

AnnapolisBeauty said:
i just bought this phone the other day and have really, really like it. i was wondering if any is rooting it so we have a little more control over what goes on it and what it can do. it's definitely high style and that's a plus!
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I'm really hoping this phone gets root as well. It's amazing device but root access is definitely important to me for Foldermount and Wi-Fi Tether. Giving it's quality design and very affordable price, I'd say it's going to be a good seller for Boost and Virgin mobile. It looks better than the $600 S5 it's $149..
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and that's what's so sad. a phone costing much more looks like an old LG. I think the Galaxy Alpha is supposed to change that but whatev. I really like this phone and it grows on me daily. no compliments an iPhone because EVERYONE (mainly older people that I've seen) has one and they all look the same. and the Galaxy S series never caught anyone's eye ever so there was nothing there with that. I never wanted my phone to say "look at me" but this one is so pretty and it seems everyone else thinks so as well if I judge by how many time people grab my hand in a store! it's a great design either way and worth every penny! and I think the performance is wonderful too!
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AnnapolisBeauty said:
and that's what's so sad. a phone costing much more looks like an old LG. I think the Galaxy Alpha is supposed to change that but whatev. I really like this phone and it grows on me daily. no compliments an iPhone because EVERYONE (mainly older people that I've seen) has one and they all look the same. and the Galaxy S series never caught anyone's eye ever so there was nothing there with that. I never wanted my phone to say "look at me" but this one is so pretty and it seems everyone else thinks so as well if I judge by how many time people grab my hand in a store! it's a great design either way and worth every penny! and I think the performance is wonderful too!
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you can kinda tell I really like this phone because I've had several since my XDA join date in 2010 and not ONE has made me post anything at all. i'm up to 3 already! lol good job, Sharp!!!!

People who had bought the japan version (305SH) like me without documentation, you can download the english doc version of 306SH :
http://files.sharpusa.com/Downloads/ForHome/Mobile/boost_sharp_aquos_crystal_ug_en_090414.pdf
can be usefull.

what carrier are you using?

ycats said:
what carrier are you using?
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As all Japan version: SoftBank, that s why I m looking for root/simunlock ! (I m European)

thought you were in the United States

myspac said:
As all Japan version: SoftBank, that s why I m looking for root/simunlock ! (I m European)
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Where did you get the Japanese version and for how much?

hichamz said:
Where did you get the Japanese version and for how much?
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eBay with paypal.

Xperia Z5 Lounge

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"Shes a beauty Captain"

TonyStark said:
"Shes a beauty Captain"
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Can't wait to get my hands on the z5 compact even if it's just to try it out.
But since I have a z3 compact am still undecided.Should i upgrade to the z5 compact when it comes out or wait for the next iteration?

cdou2391 said:
Can't wait to get my hands on the z5 compact even if it's just to try it out.
But since I have a z3 compact am still undecided.Should i upgrade to the z5 compact when it comes out or wait for the next iteration?
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The Z5m is a completely different beast then the Z3m

Z3 compact vs Z5 compact
Same Screen Size
Same resolution
Same RAM
Same battery
Differences are-
Faster CPU
Better Camera
Fingerprint Sensor
Heck..the.Z5 compact is even uglier
I am keeping the Z3 compact with me

So how is the camera? I mean pixels are nice but does it shoot nice? Anyone has a good place where to see this?
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ooohhh how is the heating? That was like a big problem when i owned the z2 with recording it shut down pretty fast..

No dock or wireless charing
So no Deal. Looks like my Z3C lives on!

Specification
Specification is amazing. Lets see how will be service?

Unfortunately it seems it won't be on T-Mobile
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Not sure about it based on my last experience with sony products..

Sparksys said:
Z3 compact vs Z5 compact
Same Screen Size
Same resolution
Same RAM
Same battery
Differences are-
Faster CPU
Better Camera
Fingerprint Sensor
Heck..the.Z5 compact is even uglier
I am keeping the Z3 compact with me
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One thing that you've missed: the Capless Micro-USB and relocated to the bottom really huge pro, makes waterproofing A LOT more reliable!, (and removes the ugly magnetic charging port)
add also a lot of other specs derived from the chipset.
I've seen some pics taken on a Z5, and they look stunningly amazing.
Another huge pro for me is the new button placement, though it might be ugly, sony really knows what they're doing, why? because the old buttons made almost impossible use a selfie stick or car holder,
I always had to put it away from the center or they would keep pressing the buttons all the time . (I have a Z2)
Con, the same chipset is untrustable in terms of heating, it really depends on software, we really have to see how it comes.

Any rumors on release date besides just "October"?

I just hope it will have RAW support and i hope they redo the camera software because its pretty crap. I would like to see that they change the lower right button to something more usefull and more integrated like little round orbs in a ring so you can easy pick the mode you want.

RiTCHiE007 said:
I just hope it will have RAW support and i hope they redo the camera software because its pretty crap. I would like to see that they change the lower right button to something more usefull and more integrated like little round orbs in a ring so you can easy pick the mode you want.
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Read this: http://www.xperiablog.net/2015/09/1...ts-most-manual-camera-settings-no-raw-though/
No raw support but it has all the other manual camera settings

cdou2391 said:
Read this: http://www.xperiablog.net/2015/09/1...ts-most-manual-camera-settings-no-raw-though/
No raw support but it has all the other manual camera settings
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Yea i already seen the video that was in the other topic bout the camera so thats why i still asked for RAw support because i think it was a highly requested feature and sony said it would add it if people wanted it. But i doubt sony reads these xda msg and no other way to ask them so guess it will never happen.

Some cracking deals on the Z5 already...
http://www.uswitch.com/mobiles/deals/sony_xperia_z5_black/
No idea of release date tho...

Why Would you want RAW support on a smartphone? Why not just take an SLR camera for this?

phoblographynet said:
Why Would you want RAW support on a smartphone? Why not just take an SLR camera for this?
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Why not? They can add it pretty easy and more high ends have this like S6 etc. and RAW support means more control.
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MehreenZafar said:
Z5 Is definitely, a next level technology. So quicker in comparison to Z3
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Not really. Do you even own a z3? Specs are almost the same for the compact model.

Here's to hoping it comes to Verizon!

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Why not? They can add it pretty easy and more high ends have this like S6 etc. and RAW support means more control.
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Not really. Do you even own a z3? Specs are almost the same for the compact model.
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Maybe you are right, but for the best images i prefer my Nikon

[VIDEO] [How-To] Samsung Gear VR with LG G4!

https://youtu.be/VYY_omWMLsw
I've been using this so successfully thought I'd make a video on it. I've used many VR goggles for this phone and they all fall short of the comfort and functionality the experience offers using the Gear VR with the G4.
based off of some of the info I got on the following threads (without modding):
https://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/accessories/samsung-gear-vr-g4-t3394802
https://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/general/how-modded-gear-vr-to-hold-g4-t3405526

Can you play with it an do other thing or it's only for watching movies ?
Thx

Jarrod666 said:
Can you play with it an do other thing or it's only for watching movies ?
Thx
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You can run VR apps with it. Works great.

petermg said:
You can run VR apps with it. Works great.
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Good, but if i understand (sorry i'm not english), there is nothing to modify on the Gear VR and the LG G4 isn't it ? it work perfectly ?

Jarrod666 said:
Good, but if i understand (sorry i'm not english), there is nothing to modify on the Gear VR and the LG G4 isn't it ? it work perfectly ?
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Yes. It works just like a regular Google cardboard VR headset.

Thanks for sharing this....
What's your setup for the joystick controller? ...... I Can never get it it to work satisfactory with VR glasses!

nerdo said:
Thanks for sharing this....
What's your setup for the joystick controller? ...... I Can never get it it to work satisfactory with VR glasses!
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The controller I use has 4 modes. It's works well for me but I think there are better ones​ out there​ because this one doesn't work with Minecraft. But nevertheless here is the one I use:
Nyko Playpad Pro for Android/Bluetooth https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0092ZEINO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_3Gcmzb4ZEXM7E

One more question, is it possible to charge the phone while in use?

i dont know i made a thread a long time back how i modded a gear vr to use a otg cable so i could hook my ps3/ps4 control to my g4 in vr mode and it worked great
ofcoarse my version was a little rigged but worked like a dream on a lot of non vr in vr games nes emulators even my ps2 emulator run good some old skool silent hill
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Jarrod666 said:
Good, but if i understand (sorry i'm not english), there is nothing to modify on the Gear VR and the LG G4 isn't it ? it work perfectly ?
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i modded one a while back prob in the sprint threads ill have to look pics and all
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/accessories/samsung-gear-vr-g4-t3394802
https://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/general/how-modded-gear-vr-to-hold-g4-t3405526
this ones got a few pics
now i kick it on my psvr on ps4 and i use trinus psvr like 11 bucks american and use it on my pc also
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petermg said:
https://youtu.be/VYY_omWMLsw
I've been using this so successfully thought I'd make a video on it. I've used many VR goggles for this phone and they all fall short of the comfort and functionality the experience offers using the Gear VR with the G4.
based off of some of the info I got on the following threads (without modding):
https://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/accessories/samsung-gear-vr-g4-t3394802
https://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/general/how-modded-gear-vr-to-hold-g4-t3405526
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lol i doubled you links lol didnt click on them til after i posted what i had done lol

nerdo said:
One more question, is it possible to charge the phone while in use?
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I never thought about that possibility until you asked so I just tried it yesterday and I couldn't get the phone to charge while I was using it in the headset. So no, you cannot charge it like you would a Samsung phone while in use in the unit.

nerdo said:
One more question, is it possible to charge the phone while in use?
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petermg said:
I never thought about that possibility until you asked so I just tried it yesterday and I couldn't get the phone to charge while I was using it in the headset. So no, you cannot charge it like you would a Samsung phone while in use in the unit.
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as with most devices otg hookups go one way you can power external device control usb dvd drive ect but does not go both ways unles device has a dual charging circut inside as in power only flow in or out not both at same tme

petermg said:
I never thought about that possibility until you asked so I just tried it yesterday and I couldn't get the phone to charge while I was using it in the headset. So no, you cannot charge it like you would a Samsung phone while in use in the unit.
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I grabbed a Gear VR 2016 (SMR323) yesterday and it seems the Goggles USB connector doesn't get seated well in G4 port due to tightness especially screen side.
When I have time I'll try modding it, start with removing/filing the grey plastic layer. @TheMadScientist420 mod could work bu it's kinda extreme
Found this on Oculus site
Connecting a Charger [Optional]
For a longer Gear VR session, connect a charger to the charging port on the underside of the Gear VR headset.
Depending on your current usage, the Gear VR handles power differently while connected to a charger. As a result, the mobile battery may or may not charge while in use.
If the app or the content you're using requires a lot of power, the Gear VR may draw power simultaneously from the mobile device battery as well as from the charger.
In general, though, the Gear VR won't draw from the mobile device’s battery whenever it's connected to a charger.
When the Gear VR is connected to a charger and isn't in active use, it will always charge the mobile device battery.
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Shame no one managed to get the Oculus software to work on non-samsung devices
TheMadScientist420 said:
as with most devices otg hookups go one way you can power external device control usb dvd drive ect but does not go both ways unles device has a dual charging circut inside as in power only flow in or out not both at same tme
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Not that it's directly applicable in this case (Gear VR), one could always try an OTG USB hub with a charging function. It's doesn't work on all phones/tablets but at least it feeds the other connected USB peripherals hindering draining your phone/tablet's battery!
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nerdo said:
I grabbed a Gear VR 2016 (SMR323) yesterday and it seems the Goggles USB connector doesn't get seated well in G4 port due to tightness especially screen side.
When I have time I'll try modding it, start with removing/filing the grey plastic layer. @TheMadScientist420 mod could work bu it's kinda extreme
Found this on Oculus site
Shame no one managed to get the Oculus software to work on non-samsung devices
Not that it's directly applicable in this case (Gear VR), one could always try an OTG USB hub with a charging function. It's doesn't work on all phones/tablets but at least it feeds the other connected USB peripherals hindering draining your phone/tablet's battery!
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Its tight even with the leather back off. And thats what i was sayin about not securing through usb port.