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[Q] Alternative IR App

Hello devs. Is anyone aware of any third-party or alternative IR blaster apps for the Xperia ZL? I've been looking for an alternative to the stock remote app, and tested a few third-party solutions like TouchSquid, to no success.
I would like to be able to use the IR blaster with a custom ROM like CyanogenMod, but it's clear that simply installing the stock app won't work because it requires the Sony framework. CyanogenMod is reportedly working on IR blaster support, but I've no idea when that'll be available.
Any ideas?

alxtronic said:
Hello devs. Is anyone aware of any third-party or alternative IR blaster apps for the Xperia ZL? I've been looking for an alternative to the stock remote app, and tested a few third-party solutions like TouchSquid, to no success.
I would like to be able to use the IR blaster with a custom ROM like CyanogenMod, but it's clear that simply installing the stock app won't work because it requires the Sony framework. CyanogenMod is reportedly working on IR blaster support, but I've no idea when that'll be available.
Any ideas?
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+1 on this.
I've searched as well and haven't had any luck.
My main gripe is being unable to make a shortcut to the macro's in the sony IR app.

Touchsquid home works well..the only drawback is that it although it automatically adds the remotes configured by the user in the stock remote control app,manually adding the remote by searching the device,brand,different remote control types,etc,etc....can be very challenging ......also the UI of the app takes time to get used to and know how to use it.Also sometimes if u face the no response from your device issue while controlling it from touchsquid,I found a workaround for this,
I.e. -->firstly open the stock remote control app & add the remote according to your device,
-->minimize it (don't close)
-->now (most important step) while opening touchsquid app, cover the IR blaster with your hand
-->then switch on your device with any remote of your device(although it can be done with the stock app,but this is if u face the "no response" thingy )
-->now u can operate ur device
I know that the above steps sound very silly,but I could only make it work ,that way
Also if you want other apps,try dijit app from playstore it's quite a good app with a nice,clean UI
If you feel that I've helped you in anyway, please hit the thank button
Sent from my Xperia ZL (C6502) using Tapatalk 4.2.5

Thanks for the response. However, the Touchsquid app cannot work in custom roms because of what you stated -- it requires the stock IR remote app to configure, which does not work in custom roms.
Dijit does not work with the ZL, and requires an external bluetooth IR device, which completely defeats the purpose.

ive seen some ir remote apps in htc one apps section ...give those a try and see .

Looking for IR app to my Air Conditioner

Hi,
I looking for IR app to control my AC.
The built-in app doesn't have option to add AC and in learning mode it's learn the button but doesn't work.
I read about ZazaRemote but this app doesn't works at LG.
Thank you !

Try smart ir remote I. Google play. 9

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Try smart ir remote I. Google play. 9
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It's not fully compatible with the G3.
can't record :\

i think LG
did not make the IR blaster API available

The G3 ported ROM for LG G2 have that option:
http://dl-1.va.us.xda-developers.co....jpg?key=952pdObH-iSJNuJWKrFbCA&ts=1408306115
Now i really don't know if is possible to port to the original G3 ROM, maybe you can talk with the developer, CloudFa.

Used the learning function to control my AC. I have noticed that you have to be pointing the G3 right at the receiver on the AC or it just doesn't work. Seems like the G3s IR blaster only shoots in straight lines, not like a traditional IR remote for a TV.

Zaza remote, or another name for it is iremote
Note 3 rooted knox 0, bootloader locked, my last Samsuck crap. I want freedom.

Smart IR Remote does work on the G3 now. Using it with my air conditioner - works fine.
Sent from my LG-D851

I had this exact issue with my Frigidaire air conditioner as I lost the remote and Smart Remote anymote worked just fine even if I couldn't use the learn mode.

MirrorLink Support For Xiaomi Mi MIX 2

Hello,
I have a car, the Citroen C-Elysee with support for Android Auto and MirrorLink; Android Auto works ok, but MirrorLink is not supported on MIUI afaik.
I'd read that MirrorLink has more features than Android Auto, so I'd like to test it
Any custom rom, hack app that by any means could enable it ?
Thanks in advance !

No way. Why don't you use Android Auto with root access
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vNlIbFHI6oM

shaggyxda said:
No way. Why don't you use Android Auto with root access
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vNlIbFHI6oM
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Yep ! I didn't know about it, works awesome !!!
But I crawled a while until I got it to work: Android Auto version < 3 required, and enable unknown sources in Android auto.
Also I've found a newer version "Plus" with some more options.
Thanks a lot.

does it work with VW infotainment (Passat B8, Discover media) ???

Do not want to use AndroidAuto, limited to Google apps only (Idem with Apple and their system).

Any way to install Mirrorlink, tho?
I have a DS5 and it is not compatible with Android Auto, but only with MirrorLink.

You can't install Mirrorlink on the unsupported phone, since this technology uses hardware components, afaik. It is actually dead technology since there is small set of phones supported (check out on the official mirrorlink website)

mirrorlink unsupported with my mi9 and other xiaomi phones. Crying...
Don't like android auto limited to google apps. beeaaarkk !!! ****.

Mi 10 t ir blaster

Hey all
Couldn't find my TV brand in any app so I downloaded anymore to add the remote manually (self learning)
And I got a message saying my phone doesn't support ir commend learning and that it's an hardware problem that cannot be resolved through software.
Any way to fix this.?
Tnx

dont think it have this feature like the lg v20

why the blaster is work twice whit one touch ?
i touch one time a bottom but it work 2 time

Yes, the phone doesn't have an IR receiver that would be necessary for IR code learning, only an IR blaster. So... If the stock app didn't have your TV... You should look for a 3rd party app that might.

i love the lg v20 so much... so sad have to let it go... the remote learning was one of the best feature including the quad dac audio

General OnePlus limits which camera sensors GCam can access in OxygenOS 12

OnePlus limits which sensors Google Camera mods can access in OxygenOS 12
By Arol Wright
For years, non-Pixel phones have been able to enjoy some of Google's camera magic, thanks to Google Camera ports/mods. Because a good part of the Pixel camera experience comes down to software, developers have figured out ways to bring parts of that experience to other devices. Among the root-and-ROM crowd, it's a popular practice that can let you enjoy Pixel camera features and enhanced processing on non-Pixel devices. Now a seemingly arbitrary restriction by OnePlus will keep Google Camera mods (and all third party camera apps) from accessing auxiliary cameras on the company's phones.
If you aren't familiar with the concept, a handful of popular developers (including folks like cstark27, BSG, and Arnova8G2) port and modify versions of the Pixel's Google Camera app to third-party devices. It can take some research to track down a version that plays nice on your particular phone, and there are usually a couple broken features and some bugs, but you can often get much better photo results from these modified camera apps than you can on the app your phone shipped with, as well as enjoy some of those Pixel-specific camera features on your non-Pixel phone.
As of OxygenOS 12, the auxiliary cameras (read: the non-primary ultrawide, macro, or telephoto lens) are no longer accessible outside of OnePlus' own camera app, as reported on the Google Camera Port Updates Telegram group. This means that if you were to install a Google Camera mod on your OnePlus phone running Android 12, you'd only be able to use the primary camera/sensor with it. And, if it wasn't clear, that means other apps won't have access to the other sensors either, including those you might download from the Play Store.
The OxygenOS 12 update that delivers this change has already been controversial among fans for other reasons. Not only is it essentially just Oppo's ColorOS with a handful of OnePlus-specific tweaks, but it's also absolutely loaded with bugs, something that eventually made OnePlus halt the update's rollout.
Notably, this auxiliary camera restriction is also present in Oppo phones running ColorOS. While it's unfortunate, that could mean the change is intentional, and we might not see this behavior revert back to a GCam-friendly practice if and when the update starts rolling out again.
If you have a OnePlus phone and want to keep using a Google Camera port or mod with all of your phone's sensors, consider holding off on the OxygenOS 12 update when it starts rolling out again. And if OnePlus doesn't bring the feature back, you can always try a ROM — they're relatively easy to install on OnePlus phones.
https://www.androidpolice.com/oxygenos-12-update-breaks-auxiliary-google-camera/