Controlling TV with N7? - Nexus 7 (2013) Q&A

Notice the n7 doesn't have a IR blaster. Is there any way to control my tv/directv? Was thinking there may be a ir blaster that plugs in the micro usb at the bottom or maybe some other way. Tried searching google but couldn't find anything, any of you guys controlling your tv with your new toy?

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.directv.dvrscheduler

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.satremote.android.free this one is a real time remote for DirectTV I have been using it, it works well.and the favorite thing is awesome because it also works as a channel guide.
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I use the LG TV 2011 app on my GS3 and new N7. The LG 3DTV I have has a bunch of smart apps like Netflix, VUDU etc, plus its a good replacement for the magic wand remote. In fact I prefer using the app over that remote, though I was surprised it uses Wifi vs Bluetooth. I find the BT smoother to operate.

do you have any problems turning on your tv with the lg 2011 remote? i don't get my n7 til the 1st, but my galaxy s3 can't turn the tv on for whatever reason.

You can always buy the Logitech Harmony Ultimate hub ;P

We have a Roku and use the Roku app. Boom
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I use the LG 2013 app with my TV and it works great. TV has to be on the same wifi network tho. Also use the Roku app with my Roku and it works great also.
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[Q] Best way to watch tv

I am trying to figure out the best way to watch TV on my phone. I tried going to Justin tv on the web browser but it is having problems. I was wondering how you guys watch sports (or whatever you watch on your phone)
Well idk about live t.v,
But tv show stream is an awesome app
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I have a dish network receiver with sling built in, so I just use the dish app to watch mine. Works for live or recorded tv and its no extra cost.
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if it's ok that it's not live, try out hulu:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=841472&highlight=hulu
i've got it running on mine and although it's a bit finicky i still use it daily
Hey guys, thanks yeah I am looking for live tv. I was hoping justin, ustream or adhte would work.

DLNA UPNP server ps3

what's good app for DLNA UPNP app for my Android galaxy nexus that I can use for ps3 xbox 360
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I use iMediaShare Lite. It seems to work well
Beam browser is also good.
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BubbleUpnp
I've tried several (iMediaShare Lite, BubbleUpnp) I didn't tried the other one yet, but I must be doing something entirely wrong... I can't get my TV to see my phone at all
I use PS3 Media Server on my MAC and my TV, PS3 and XBOX360 sees it without any issues. on my old Droid X there was a build in app for it and it worked no problem, why am I having so many issues with 3rd party app is beyond me
For Bubble, you have to have the paid version and enable it as a renderer in the settings. You could also try Twonky...

App request stream from phone to tv?

Did some google research was trying to find an app where i can get whats streaming on my phone to the tv ..something similar along the lines of air play ......recommendations?
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+1
There is the allshare hub
I just broke down n bought an mhl cable tho
Much cheeper
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How much did the cable cost?
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I know its apps where downloaded videos you can share to your tv...but videos im streaming on my phone i wanted to play on my tv i guess the cable you mentioned may be the best bet
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Did the mhl work for you? I ran a quick attempt and it wasn't seeing anything. MAYBE I needed to use a different cable and wall plug, I was using one that, it seems now, isn't supplying a lot of power.
Just wanting a confirmation that the mhl works.
prepaidguy9081 said:
+1
There is the allshare hub
I just broke down n bought an mhl cable tho
Much cheeper
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Is it an mhl cable ot just a converter. And they have ones on ebay that also charge phone.
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recepo1 said:
Did some google research was trying to find an app where i can get whats streaming on my phone to the tv ..something similar along the lines of air play ......recommendations?
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You can do this in YouTube app. You need a TV with YouTube though I believe. Not sure how it works though, never felt the need to get it working for me.
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mhl converter
Mhl works great. You just need to make sure if you are searching amazon or eBay or whatever you use to make sure it's the one for the s3 or note 2. The cable for the s2 is different for some reason. Allshare hub is ok but gets laggy on anything other than pics and videos you have on the phone already. Trying to stream Netflix from the phone through the hub doesn't work very well at all.
I use my xbox360 to stream stuff from my phone to my tv works flawlessly for music video and images. If you have any other device that supports DLNA that would work as well
_Dennis_ said:
You can do this in YouTube app. You need a TV with YouTube though I believe. Not sure how it works though, never felt the need to get it working for me.
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I actually use that feature... pretty much go into your tv youtube app and under the sign in part theres something where you share your screen, pretty much go into that and take your tvs code and type it into your phones youtube app and a little button will appear for you when looking at videos on your phone similar to the one in gallery to share pics/vids...
Great for old movies or tv shows on youtube
Just use the mhl adapter. get one from ebay. cost like $10. This is the one I got and it works flawlessly:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/251194581683
Just plug it into the phone then plug in the ac adapter (it needs power) and connect the HDMI cable from adapter to tv and BOOM, a mini power computer. I have a bluetooth mouse and keyboard paired to the phone and it works great. The only thing it would make it perfect is if I can stream the optimum tv app. unfortunately the optimum tv app can detect if you are using an "external" display and it won't show the video on the tv. But you can stream watchespn, hbo go, max go and pretty much any other apps onto the big screen.
I tried to ask if anyone can hack the optimum app to allow it to be used with external display but no one replied.
No one has heard of the app mirrorop. Haven't tried on note yet. But on Asus Transformer Pad TF300T it mirrors your screen exactly but to a PC. (Which I had connected to my TV via HDMI) only downside is doesn't stream audio. Use some Bluetooth speakers. Works well
using mhl update
tv must be mhl compatable or the cable convert to hdmi n not just wires but some actual brain
second. get the 11 pin not the 5 pin mhl adapter or it wont work on note ii. [sgs2 mhl adapter wont work]
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Yeah have been using the allshare dongle myself got it with the 50% disount off sammys website.... works perfect for me only problem it doesnt work on anything but stock/rooted rom .... there is a bounty in another thread but not looking to good so for now mhl or the dongle are the best choices out
I use iMediashare.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bianor.amspremium
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My cable is for the SIII
recepo1 said:
How much did the cable cost?
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Hi, I bought a cable off of ebay (red) for $11.00 packaged for the SIII but works fine on my N2, and with my stock 2.0amp charger it stays charged, though is barely charges because of the power drain. But output of both the video and audio come through fine on my vizio tv.
Hope this helps.
Thanks i will try and look into that card the previous cord i got doesnt work at all
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tppickles said:
I use my xbox360 to stream stuff from my phone to my tv works flawlessly for music video and images. If you have any other device that supports DLNA that would work as well
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I do the samething :/
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For any of you guys who own a Roku media box. You can use the app from the Playstore: Juice for Roku. You just add the Juice channel to your Roku device, install the Android app...connect it to your Roku, then you can stream your Pics (individually or slideshow), and video's all wirelessly to your TV through your Roku.
I use ArkMC app for long time, it works well with my htc desire, you could try
recepo1 said:
Did some google research was trying to find an app where i can get whats streaming on my phone to the tv ..something similar along the lines of air play ......recommendations?
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[Q] Chromecast

Is it possible to use Chromecast on our GPro? I plan to use it to play video from MX PLayer and view it on TV.
Also, if it is possible, what are the things needed to set up the connection?
1. My GPro installed with MX player and Chromecast app
2. Chromecast, plugged to TV?
3. Wifi modem
4. TV with HDmi input
Am I missing anything else? Like a cable or something?
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AzureV said:
Is it possible to use Chromecast on our GPro? I plan to use it to play video from MX PLayer and view it on TV.
Also, if it is possible, what are the things needed to set up the connection?
1. My GPro installed with MX player and Chromecast app
2. Chromecast, plugged to TV?
3. Wifi modem
4. TV with HDmi input
Am I missing anything else? Like a cable or something?
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Chromecast works for pretty much any Android or iOS device and PCs. MX Player will not work unless there's something new I'm not aware of. Right now it only works for YouTube, Google Play content, Netflix, Hulu (I think) and Chrome browser on PC will cast anything you can play in the web browser. Pr0n and all that lol.
Just plug the Chromecast into your HDMI port connect the power and setup here. The chromecast app just enables chromecast specific functions in the apps mentioned above. Not sure when we'll be able to play our own content. They say eventually. We'll see. I love mine I have 2 one in my bedroom and one in the living room. It also comes with everything you need.
It works
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Mine will not connect to it, never finds any thing. Works on one of my Nexus 7's
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That's good to hear. Sounds pretty cool though. Unfortunately viewing own content is my main concern using the device. Finding a cable here is quite difficult. They are all MHL to HDMi.
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Mine will not connect to it, never finds any thing. Works on one of my Nexus 7's
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I use mine daily between 7 Android devices, works perfect.
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ballshanglow said:
I use mine daily between 7 Android devices, works perfect.
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May have router problem then. I have connected one time by phone and that's it
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Ps4 controller wireless on android 4.4.4 via Bluetooth

I own a Nexus 7 2013 and a ps4 has anyone as of yet figured out how to pair the Ds4 controller to android via Bluetooth on android 4.4.4
I know it works with it plugged in but I want to play wirelessly
Any software to change the Bluetooth address of the Ds4 controller???
Any help would be highly appreciated
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No. There are USB bluetooth adapters you can buy that will work. Search for Joystick Center Gold or something like that...
Sorry to open an old post, but has this been figured out at all yet? I sunk most of my spending into buying a ps4 and need a free way to do this.
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I paired my ds4 by holding home and share until the light bar starts blinking, putting into pair mode. Then I just went into bluetooth settings and paired it. I never tested a game but all the controller button and sticks worked navigating android

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