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[Q] Does the Smartwatch 3 have an infrared blaster?

Hi everyone, just got a SS3 and it's easily the best Android Wear device out. I'm curious though -- does it have an IR blaster?
There were numerous reports that the Smartwatch 3 included an infrared emitter/blaster. However, I don't see an IR port on the device and it seems pretty clear it does not have this functionality. Can anyone confirm?
I did several searches through the SS3 forums and nothing turned up, so I assume no one else has asked this question.

Nope not that I know of.
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That's too bad. The early press releases indicated that it has an IR blaster -- but it's pretty clear that it doesn't have one. Thanks for the reply!
tu3218 said:
Nope not that I know of.
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smayonak said:
That's too bad. The early press releases indicated that it has an IR blaster -- but it's pretty clear that it doesn't have one. Thanks for the reply!
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No problem. Yeah I wasn't aware of that. I don't think any current smartwatch has that feature. Definitely would be nice though. Maybe in the next version of the Sony Smartwatch.

tu3218 said:
No problem. Yeah I wasn't aware of that. I don't think any current smartwatch has that feature. Definitely would be nice though. Maybe in the next version of the Sony Smartwatch.
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IIRC Gear 2 Neo and Gear 2 have IR functionality. Maybe even the original Gear has it. It's weird that the Gear Live didn't include it, but it's likely because Android Wear doesn't seem to support IR functionality at present.

smayonak said:
IIRC Gear 2 Neo and Gear 2 have IR functionality. Maybe even the original Gear has it. It's weird that the Gear Live didn't include it, but it's likely because Android Wear doesn't seem to support IR functionality at present.
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Oh okay. Well then yeah, probably exactly that then. Still waiting on Android to open up WiFi and NFC capability that's built into our watches.

Htc one m9 ir blaster?

Guys just a very quick question, does the new M9 come with a IR transmitter and receiver or only a transmitter? Is it still possible for the M9 blaster to learn new IR signals ?

GODSPD said:
Guys just a very quick question, does the new M9 come with a IR transmitter and receiver or only a transmitter? Is it still possible for the M9 blaster to learn new IR signals ?
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I beleive its transmit only unlike the M7 which had 2 way, someone correct me if I am wrong.

Dynomutt007 said:
I beleive its transmit only unlike the M7 which had 2 way, someone correct me if I am wrong.
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Anyone?

No, it can learn IR signals
Sent from Tapatalk on either my HTC One M9 or Tab4 10.1, it kinda depends

How?
There is an mention that the M9 can learn IR signals. How then?
Mine does not respond to signal. So it seems that it has only an IR blaster and no receiver.
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There is an mention that the M9 can learn IR signals. How then?
Mine does not respond to signal. So it seems that it has only an IR blaster and no receiver.

Maybe a software issue? Mine certainly learned signals using the Peel remote app that came on the phone
Sent from Tapatalk on either my HTC One M9 or Tab4 10.1, it kinda depends

Anymote told me their app can record on the M9, that was one of the deciding factors for me to upgrade from my M7. I have a lot of devices that aren't in any code database, and the IR receiver has become invaluable to me.

So it works for you on the M9?
I See in tha app descriptoin: RECORD REMOTES - exclusive to the HTC One due to hardware limitations in other devices.
Could be any One device offcourse

GODSPD said:
Guys just a very quick question, does the new M9 come with a IR transmitter and receiver or only a transmitter? Is it still possible for the M9 blaster to learn new IR signals ?
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It is possible to learn new IR signals.
Open the Peel Smart Remote app, open the remote, go to settings, choose your room and click on your device in the DEVICE-section.

Green005 said:
It is possible to learn new IR signals.
Open the Peel Smart Remote app, open the remote, go to settings, choose your room and click on your device in the DEVICE-section.
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This is not called learn new signal. The Device-section is a set of preset signal. What he meant was learn signals directly from the remote you have. Because sometimes the app does not have your device's brand/signal. Happened to me when i tried on my Fujisu air-conditioner and non of the signals worked.

mlh01 said:
So it works for you on the M9?
I See in tha app descriptoin: RECORD REMOTES - exclusive to the HTC One due to hardware limitations in other devices.
Could be any One device offcourse
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It does work. Tested it out after I got the phone. However, I haven't seen any other apps besides the one I use that can do it, and last time I checked the app is I think $10. The way I see it, that's still less than a low end universal remote that CAN'T learn signals, but most Android users seem to be entitled jerks who think everything on the app store should be free, so whether or not you're willing to pay for it is your only limitation here.

NickWhit1992 said:
It does work. Tested it out after I got the phone. However, I haven't seen any other apps besides the one I use that can do it, and last time I checked the app is I think $10. The way I see it, that's still less than a low end universal remote that CAN'T learn signals, but most Android users seem to be entitled jerks who think everything on the app store should be free, so whether or not you're willing to pay for it is your only limitation here.
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Care to share the name of the app?
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maxstradamus said:
Care to share the name of the app?
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That's anymote I believe. I also purchased it when I used it ALL THE TIME on my galaxy gear 2 watch. Its got codes for devices I never would have thought of controlling with a phone. I will also say that response from the developers was quick but they were also extremely rude and accused me of having a pirated copy somehow? I didn't have a fake copy obviously otherwise I wouldn't have contacted them for help! Haha either way we got it sorted and they found the code for a device I was having difficult with.

NickWhit1992 said:
It does work. Tested it out after I got the phone. However, I haven't seen any other apps besides the one I use that can do it, and last time I checked the app is I think $10. The way I see it, that's still less than a low end universal remote that CAN'T learn signals, but most Android users seem to be entitled jerks who think everything on the app store should be free, so whether or not you're willing to pay for it is your only limitation here.
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Hello there,
What is the name of that app ? Im prepare to buy it...

Peacemaker69 said:
Hello there,
What is the name of that app ? Im prepare to buy it...
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Search "Smart IR Remote", it's $6.99USD now. Looks like they also have a free app now as well, but I don't know how limited it is.
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NickWhit1992 said:
Search "Smart IR Remote", it's $6.99USD now. Looks like they also have a free app now as well, but I don't know how limited it is.
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Thanks mate! Did you find any other ?

[Q] Do I switch to the G4?

Hi
I have a Sony Xperia Z1 Compact and I am considering the upgrade to the G4.
Could you please give me your honest opinion if this the right upgrade or do I go for the Z3+? Or oneplus one?
Thanks
Best regards
Kenneth

please, not OnePlus ONE anything but that...

coolmaster121 said:
please, not OnePlus ONE anything but that...
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Plus 1000, anything but a damm One Plus One. Seriously
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What so bad about One Plus One? I've never used one myself but always heard good things from people who have.

ajamils said:
What so bad about One Plus One? I've never used one myself but always heard good things from people who have.
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Please check the OnePlus One forum on XDA and their website. People here and there have so much info on what is wrong with the device and also the company, and the support they are willing to provide.

coolmaster121 said:
Please check the OnePlus One forum on XDA and their website. People here and there have so much info on what is wrong with the device and also the company, and the support they are willing to provide.
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Lol, the people I know using 1+1 are praising it so much it's ridiculous. I got the G4 and immediately they told me their 1+ is as good as the G4 for less money but we all know what the situation really is.
And for the OP, I came from the Z1 to the G4. The Z1 and G4 can't even be compared, G4 is far more superior than the Z1. My speaker mesh on the Z1 fell off, a hatch fell off, my mic quit working, the AUX quit working and the phone lagged all day every day...

if camera is your priority, then definitely yes.
if you want a premium looking phone, this isn't really one though you can still try the leather version which looks gorgeous. The non-leather version is as plastic as you can get among all the flagship phones now, and I don't like it.

Even though the plastic back is available i believe most people go for the leather back. If not i still feel as it is a high end phone.
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IR Blaster?

I don't suspect there will be, since no one seems to make them anymore, but does it have an IR blaster?
Sprint M8

Sadly no

They opted out because the majority of people do not use that feature.
I never use it so I won't miss it.

j0zu3 said:
Sadly no
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IR remotes now are being replaced with Bluetooth remotes. But would have liked to see the IR blaster not phased out.

For me it's OK, as I used it one time on my M8 and in fact never on my M9. This depends on the user of course. Just my 2 cent.
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I have to admit I loved having one but sadly I never used it. All the roms I would flash... I got sick of setting it up. It will be missed but not a big deal

I use Anymote and control EVERYTHING in my house with it on my M8. Even the rotating fan has a remote.
I was hoping to get a tablet to take care of this burden, but even they don't have the ability on newer models.
Sprint M8

Man, how am I going to blast IRs now?

Ajfink said:
Man, how am I going to blast IRs now?
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The old fashioned way I suppose. Just don't do it a lot or you'll go blind

I personally I use this thing a lot. Also if I'm flashing new rom, I'm using titanium backup so I won't have to setup peel smart everytime. Very useful if you aways lose the remote ? for the TV's, audio system, air conditionin =) and etc
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mefistoreyon said:
I personally I use this thing a lot. Also if I'm flashing new rom, I'm using titanium backup so I won't have to setup peel smart everytime. Very useful if you aways lose the remote for the TV's, audio system, air conditionin =) and etc
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So true. My kids keep losing the remotes. It's nice to have all the different TVs programmed into my phone so I don't have to hunt around for them.

What of keeping your old device as a remote, for game playing and/or navigation when on the go, and your 10 for all the other brilliant stuff
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HTCNerdYoda said:
What of keeping your old device as a remote, for game playing and/or navigation when on the go, and your 10 for all the other brilliant stuff
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Because the point is to eliminate clutter, not add to it.
Sprint M8

you can always get a headphone jack IR blaster...

[Cruzer] said:
you can always get a headphone jack IR blaster...
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I think I know what you're talking about, but can you elaborate?
Thanks.
Sprint M8

mcwups1 said:
I think I know what you're talking about, but can you elaborate?
Thanks.
Sprint M8
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/Universal-M...678?hash=item21081165d6:g:eek:CkAAOSwHnFV5CJp

[Cruzer] said:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Universal-M...678?hash=item21081165d6:g:eek:CkAAOSwHnFV5CJp
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Anyone know what the range of that is. The range of the ir blaster on the HTC M series is phenomenal.

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http://www.ebay.com/itm/Universal-M...678?hash=item21081165d6:g:eek:CkAAOSwHnFV5CJp
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That's what I thought. I researched this already.
Not sure if it actually works.
Sprint M8

It says the IR blaster is based on the level of output of the headphone jack, and from my understanding that the headphone jack on the HTC 10 is suppose to be loud due to a dedicated amp, so if it worked it should work well. The only issue is that you would either have to keep the IR blaster plugged in at all times or find it when you need it and it isn't very big.

weidnerj said:
It says the IR blaster is based on the level of output of the headphone jack, and from my understanding that the headphone jack on the HTC 10 is suppose to be loud due to a dedicated amp, so if it worked it should work well. The only issue is that you would either have to keep the IR blaster plugged in at all times or find it when you need it and it isn't very big.
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We could get around not losing the ir blaster when not in use by using something like this ( http://www.amazon.com/Smartphone-Ph..._cp_107_1?ie=UTF8&refRID=1R3B4XGBYBXVKHZTMWRF ) connected to somthing like this ( http://www.ebay.com/itm/Female-to-F...653666?hash=item3a94914d62:g:XW4AAOxylwpR4ugb ) connected to the ir blaster attached to keys. Or if someone could find a 3.5mm jack cap that we can hook a laynard to.
Or just buy 20 ir blasters and place one everywhere.
Also here is another style ir blaster I think its lower profile and looks cool. http://www.ebay.com/itm/121870964868?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

Is our phone a lost hope?

no promised updates, no good custom Roms, no one wants to port lineage os for us, and the list goes on and on.
if by March still no update by HTC, I'll be giving up on HTC products and venture into OnePlus. so sad to see HTC gone to ****. /rant

Totally agree with you.
Let's talk about the alternatives / improvements.
5 inch display, dual sim, microUSB expansion and stereo sound are my "must have".
Any decent alternatives out there?
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Kelwyrm said:
Totally agree with you.
Let's talk about the alternatives / improvements.
5 inch display, dual sim, microUSB expansion and stereo sound are my "must have".
Any decent alternatives out there?
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I myself prefer a minimum screen of 5.5 the bigger the better but definitely not beyond 6 or maybe 6.2(I'm gonna wait for s8 xl to come out to see if 6 is my max or 6.2) dual SIM is not a must for me but it's nice to have i guess. expansion is a must i think for external backup and such. our HTC one stereo speakers are just soo soo good though I'm gonna miss it for sure. AMOLED is a must for my next phone it's just so beautiful! ofcourse the camera has to be superior too.
at the moment i really am considering OnePlus due to its versatility and support and since I'm not from the US so pixel is out for me. to be honest, I'm gonna wait for note 8 and Nokia flagship to come out before i make my final decision. I grew up with Nokia if the flagship turns out to be superior I maybe going with Nokia i think.

If you are considering the Galaxy S8 or S8+ but miss the stereo speakers of many HTC phones dont forget the S8 and S8+ are remoured to also have stereo speakers,top and bottom. Though not at front ofcourse.
But guess we'll have to wait and see for sure.
On the topic of the E9+ and software updates I have recently emailed HTC support India side and they actually got back to me.
They did say the E9+ is only upgradeable to Marshmallow meaning it wont get Nougat.
But they didnt actually say it will be getting Marshmallow,only that its only upgradeable to Marshmallow.
I messaged them back asking if it will still defo be getting Marshmallow though. Still waiting for reply.
But it did sound like it will be getting it,but they cannot give me a timeframe as to when though.

=Oberon= said:
If you are considering the Galaxy S8 or S8+ but miss the stereo speakers of many HTC phones dont forget the S8 and S8+ are remoured to also have stereo speakers,top and bottom. Though not at front ofcourse.
But guess we'll have to wait and see for sure.
On the topic of the E9+ and software updates I have recently emailed HTC support India side and they actually got back to me.
They did say the E9+ is only upgradeable to Marshmallow meaning it wont get Nougat.
But they didnt actually say it will be getting Marshmallow,only that its only upgradeable to Marshmallow.
I messaged them back asking if it will still defo be getting Marshmallow though. Still waiting for reply.
But it did sound like it will be getting it,but they cannot give me a timeframe as to when though.
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out of curiosity, are you on stock e9+ or you have custom rom installed? if custom what room did you use? I'm from Malaysia and the only rom that works for me is E9pw_Android5.0_Sense70_E1.zip which I got from this site and it works just ok but not that great imo https://www.google.com.sg/amp/s/boycracked.com/2016/02/05/official-stock-rom-firmwareruu-htc-one-e9-plus-a55ml-e9pw/amp/

Im on stock rom.

One advice. Don't buy **** models instead of flagship next time.

It's always the same with HTC, we should learn that at the end, is a ****ty company.
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we have some hope....
https://github.com/bemolxd/device_x2xtreme
I'll try to port LineageOS 14.1 for our devices!!

Regards
DelsaDj said:
we have some hope....
https://github.com/bemolxd/device_x2xtreme
I'll try to port LineageOS 14.1 for our devices!!
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If you do this favor many people will be happy.
Thanks so so so so much.
Good luck brother
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Shahriar_acid said:
If you do this favor many people will be happy.
Thanks so so so so much.
Good luck brother
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I've found this rom for our device http://www.docroid.tk/2017/02/LOS-For-MTK-mt6795.html
I've tried but it doesn't boot... I need to find someone who can help me

There is a very simple method to avoid phones like this with no support. Before purchase look into specs and search for "CPU" row. You see anything with "Mediatek" in the name you immediately forget about purchasing this phone. Works everytime.

Pawbrotm said:
There is a very simple method to avoid phones like this with no support. Before purchase look into specs and search for "CPU" row. You see anything with "Mediatek" in the name you immediately forget about purchasing this phone. Works everytime.
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not always true...
my old phone was the TCL Hero N3... updated by the community... I've installed MIUI on it... and they update every week...

DelsaDj said:
not always true...
my old phone was the TCL Hero N3... updated by the community... I've installed MIUI on it... and they update every week...
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Hi Brother, Resume Your Work, Maybe We Could Run MM

shahriyarvala77 said:
Hi Brother, Resume Your Work, Maybe We Could Run MM
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I can try... I need an update.zip for our device!