Cell Replaces Computer

[corky52]

I ordered this MHL to HDMI adapter and have been playing with it while it's to hot here to do much else, kind of mind blowing.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00XVFVKR8?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00

I have my wireless keyboard and track ball, 32 in TV, charger and extra memory card all hooked up now.

Cell is a Samsung Galaxy S5.  It appears to be able to do nearly everything I want, with a large display.  To many apps to even scratch the surface.


Corky

 

[jimindenver]

So hook this up and my phone will display normal on a monitor? That would be wonderful.

 

[corky52]

Jim,
Yes, no, maybe!!!!!!

MHL is a standard that lets you hook the video from cells that support it to HDMI or DVI-D.  Not all cellphones support MHL, so you have some checking to do.

I'm hooked up to a 32" TV with multiple HDMI inputs, getting 1280x1080 res.

Corky

 

[jimindenver]

Ok I think I have it. I was hoping it would display forums like this so I could see them on a normal screen and type on a keyboard. With that and the 10 gigs from Cricket, I wouldn't need the cable really.

We have both a S4 and S5. I bought my S4 days before they released the S5.

 

[corky52]

Jim,
I'm posting from my S5 right now, display is on big screen, using a wireless trackball and keyboard from Logitech.  

You will also need a cable that goes from HDMI to either DVI-D or HDMI, that's not included.

Corky

 

[jimindenver]

Thanks! I think I'll give it a shot.

 

[corky52]

Jim,
By the way S5 will work as a phone and still provide a wifi hotspot at the same time.  I'm not sure about S4, it might also do the same.  You can share hotspot with up to five devices.


Corky

 

[jimindenver]

Cricket disables the tethering and hot spot abilities as far as I know or I would have shut down the cable long ago.

 

[Theadyn]

Wish I could get the S5. I had the S3 for 3 years before I had to get a new phone, but just can't justify the cost. The Moto E I bought doesn't quite tick me off yet enough to plunk down that much dough though. Am glad you are liking it, I'm an Android fan.

 

[jimindenver]

I don't use Honeys S5 often so I really don't know what the differences are. You should be able to get a S5 cheaper now that the 6 is out and a 4 even cheaper.

 

[corky52]

Jim,
Have you tried to turn on the tethering, I was told that it was turned off on my Verizon as well, but it wasn't!!!
Never trust the sales types!!!!

Costs nothing to to try!



Corky

 

[corky52]

Theadyn,
Think I saw S5's for less than $100 the other day, might want to check around.  I found I didn't like the S6 all that well.


Corky

 

[jimindenver]

When I first got the phone the tethering option was in the settings but turned off. now I can't even find the tethering at all.

 

[corky52]

Tool bar at the top, pull down

Pick the gear looking icon

pick "more networks"



Corky

 

[jimindenver]

I've been there, the option is removed. Trying PDAnet now, wireless says not supported but the usb works great.

YAHOO I can kill the cable now. That's over a $100 a month.

 

[WriterMs]

Okay... I don't follow much of what is on this thread BUT....

I thought if your carrier's contract says no tethering... then they can charge you for the data that rolls through?????? I mean they still see your data usage, right?

 

[jimindenver]

When asked, they said they don't have a tether plan or sell the hotspots, not they forbid it. some phones have the features and if you can find one of their hotspots, I have read it can be activated.

Even with the few games, my data usage is a blip on my plan. Email and forums just don't use much.

 

[Theadyn]

Theadyn,
Think I saw S5's for less than $100 the other day, might want to check around.  I found I didn't like the S6 all that well.


Corky

Can you remember where?? I've looked around Amazon, even the refurbished ones are over $200. Any help appreciated, I much prefer my Samsung over this Motorola phone. Thanks!!

 

[dhawktx]

For questions on what can be done with cell phones on different user plans, Howard Forums has a great user base!

http://www.howardforums.com/showthread.php/1852583-Tethering-on-cricket

 

[skyl4rk]

You should be able to do this wirelessly, bluetooth keyboard and touchpad, Chromecast to TV screen. I have not tried it.

http://m.androidcentral.com/how-mirror-your-android-screen-chromecast