I have taken the time to connect an OTG (On The Go) cable into my Nexus 7 tablet to demonstrate for you how to take advantage of the USB Host capabilities of the device. You can plug in USB input devices such as a keyboard or a mouse, or both, with the use of a USB hub. You can also plug in a USB drive for extended data storage, as long as you download a free app from the Play Store called StickMount. Now, StickMount requires that your device is rooted, so if you have not done that yet, please follow my "Idiots Guide to Unlocking & Rooting your Nexus 7", located here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sK9avekmA1c
Results may vary in terms of what USB devices work, and what doesn't work.
reverendkjr said:
I have taken the time to connect an OTG (On The Go) cable into my Nexus 7 tablet to demonstrate for you how to take advantage of the USB Host capabilities of the device. You can plug in USB input devices such as a keyboard or a mouse, or both, with the use of a USB hub. You can also plug in a USB drive for extended data storage, as long as you download a free app from the Play Store called StickMount. Now, StickMount requires that your device is rooted, so if you have not done that yet, please follow my "Idiots Guide to Unlocking & Rooting your Nexus 7", located here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sK9avekmA1c
Results may vary in terms of what USB devices work, and what doesn't work.
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I'm not sure if its the player I use or if it's the class of microSD I'm using, but hardware playback of 1080p MKV's is flawless for me via OTG.
Sandisk 32 and 64gb class10 UHS-1
Dice Player - Free or Paid.
randpost said:
I'm not sure if its the player I use or if it's the class of microSD I'm using, but hardware playback of 1080p MKV's is flawless for me via OTG.
Sandisk 32 and 64gb class10 UHS-1
Dice Player - Free or Paid.
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I'll test with the Dice Player, and I'll check with other USB drives that I have. I expected it to be a little choppy, and when it WAS, I wasn't surprised at all. I'll see if I can get it to be better.
reverendkjr said:
I'll test with the Dice Player, and I'll check with other USB drives that I have. I expected it to be a little choppy, and when it WAS, I wasn't surprised at all. I'll see if I can get it to be better.
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Do you know what the read rate of the USB stick is? That will factor in the choppiness. I have no doubt the nexus can easily play 1080p mkv's. Did you try copy it to your internal storage?
nickbizzle said:
Do you know what the read rate of the USB stick is? That will factor in the choppiness. I have no doubt the nexus can easily play 1080p mkv's. Did you try copy it to your internal storage?
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That would have been a fair next step. I'll have to play with it a bit more.
UPDATE: I did get different results when trying with different USB sticks. It appears that the quality/RW speed of the stick DOES make a huge difference.
Thank you. Mine should be coming in the mail soon
CooLoserTech said:
Thank you. Mine should be coming in the mail soon
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very cool.
Any of these can work with Nexus 7 ???
http://www.amazon.com/T-Flash-Adapter-Samsung-GT-i9100-GT-N7000/sim/B005FUNYSA/2/ref=pd_sxp_prev
or some can provide me a supported OTG cable url.. .. !!
Supported OTG cable url.. ..
SSyar said:
Any of these can work with Nexus 7 ???
http://www.amazon.com/T-Flash-Adapter-Samsung-GT-i9100-GT-N7000/sim/B005FUNYSA/2/ref=pd_sxp_prev
or some can provide me a supported OTG cable url.. .. !!
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I'm in the UK, but Amazon's site search provides:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias=aps&field-keywords=micro+usb+otg&x=0&y=0
Ignore the 'make specific' designation for these, OTG is OTG, no matter what the make. Any of these will work with the Nexus 7.
Hello.
I have 2 otg cables. both work on my Galaxy Nexus. but not on my Nexus 7. both are rooted devices.
any suggestions? i have tried various usbs and mice. Again all work on the Galaxy Nexus but not the Nexus 7.
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Hello.
I am having trouble getting usb's to work with stick mount on my 16gb Rooted Nexus 7. no issues on my Galaxy Nexus.
i received 2 otg cables from ebay today. they both work in my Galaxy Nexus but not the Nexus 7 - suggestions?
Also, if you're after a small physical sized usb but large capacity, I suggest the Patriot Axle 64gb. its even smaller when you remove the rotating plastic on it!
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820220639
If you're in Australia, MSY have them for $29! Bargain!
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biosfear said:
Hello.
I have 2 otg cables. both work on my Galaxy Nexus. but not on my Nexus 7. both are rooted devices.
any suggestions? i have tried various usbs and mice. Again all work on the Galaxy Nexus but not the Nexus 7.
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Hello.
I am having trouble getting usb's to work with stick mount on my 16gb Rooted Nexus 7. no issues on my Galaxy Nexus.
i received 2 otg cables from ebay today. they both work in my Galaxy Nexus but not the Nexus 7 - suggestions?
Also, if you're after a small physical sized usb but large capacity, I suggest the Patriot Axle 64gb. its even smaller when you remove the rotating plastic on it!
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820220639
If you're in Australia, MSY have them for $29! Bargain!
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edit: resolved my issue, it was some plastic that was on the otg cable that was blocking the pins!
biosfear said:
Hello.
I have 2 otg cables. both work on my Galaxy Nexus. but not on my Nexus 7. both are rooted devices.
any suggestions? i have tried various usbs and mice. Again all work on the Galaxy Nexus but not the Nexus 7.
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Hello.
I am having trouble getting usb's to work with stick mount on my 16gb Rooted Nexus 7. no issues on my Galaxy Nexus.
i received 2 otg cables from ebay today. they both work in my Galaxy Nexus but not the Nexus 7 - suggestions?
Also, if you're after a small physical sized usb but large capacity, I suggest the Patriot Axle 64gb. its even smaller when you remove the rotating plastic on it!
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820220639
If you're in Australia, MSY have them for $29! Bargain!
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edit: resolved my issue, it was some plastic that was on the otg cable that was blocking the pins!
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Awesome. Glad you figured it out.
Working devices USB-OTG
Nexus 7 works well with an OTG lead from Amazon (search for Usb OTG Accenter) and through this my 16Gb Sandisk Cruiser Fit works really fast. My cheap supermarket wireless mouse works well as do each usb keyboard I have tried. If you connect an iPod touch then Gallery asks if you want to import the photos to the Nexus - super cool!
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Allosaur said:
Nexus 7 works well with an OTG lead from Amazon (search for Usb OTG Accenter) and through this my 16Gb Sandisk Cruiser Fit works really fast. My cheap supermarket wireless mouse works well as do each usb keyboard I have tried. If you connect an iPod touch then Gallery asks if you want to import the photos to the Nexus - super cool!
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You attached an iPod to your Nexus 7????
MIND=BLOWN
Allosaur said:
Nexus 7 works well with an OTG lead from Amazon (search for Usb OTG Accenter) and through this my 16Gb Sandisk Cruiser Fit works really fast. My cheap supermarket wireless mouse works well as do each usb keyboard I have tried. If you connect an iPod touch then Gallery asks if you want to import the photos to the Nexus - super cool!
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That was the best cross-pollination EVER!!!!
Allows for both the devices to co-exist!!
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Allosaur said:
Nexus 7 works well with an OTG lead from Amazon (search for Usb OTG Accenter) and through this my 16Gb Sandisk Cruiser Fit works really fast. My cheap supermarket wireless mouse works well as do each usb keyboard I have tried. If you connect an iPod touch then Gallery asks if you want to import the photos to the Nexus - super cool!
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True, any OTG cable should work fine with your nexus. I personally favor the ones with the angled connector as that seems to protect the micro usb ports slightly better...
hi, i have gathered from reading here that any otg cable should work with the N7. does anyone know if this is this true as well for the different usb hubs out there as well? for example, http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias=electronics&field-keywords=usb hub.
yogi2010 said:
hi, i have gathered from reading here that any otg cable should work with the N7. does anyone know if this is this true as well for the different usb hubs out there as well? for example, http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias=electronics&field-keywords=usb hub.
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Like otg cable, all USB hub should works on N7.
reverendkjr said:
You attached an iPod to your Nexus 7????
MIND=BLOWN
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I use my 160GB iPod Classic as a storage device (it has 40 GB or so free) for titanium and Nandroid backups. Works very well.
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I run 2 160Gb external hdds, mouse and keyboard and ubuntu desktop (via multiboot) to have a working portable computer. With the working arm ports of adb and fastboot, i use it to work on phones anywhere I am.
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I had to buy 3 otg cables to find someone that work with the n7. Not sure why =-O
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They make these things called Micro USB to USB adapters. As long it has Host support (which devs can most certainly add) you are all set.
So stop worrying and buy the 8GB model
EDIT: Once you get your Nexus, please post a review of YOUR USB-OTG setup so that we can have a quick reference to know which products work and which don't.
Post in the thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1766260
Mod edit: this thread should be used for all discussion relating to USB-OTG
Censura_Umbra said:
They make these things called Micro USB to USB adapters. As long it has Host support (which devs can most certainly add) you are all set.
So stop worrying and buy the 8GB model
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Nah. I'll make do with the tablet I have until somebody wants to sell me the tablet I want. I'm hoping Asus will still sell their 7" tablet instead of throwing all that business to Google.
I know someone who has a massive music collection - almost 500GB in size - and, whilst he likes the looks of tablets, he cannot find one that would allow him to comfortably store even a fraction of his music on. If he were to buy a Micro-USB to USB adapter, could he then connect his hard-drive into the Nexus 7 (or any other Android device for that matter) and listen to his music off there?
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Paten said:
Nah. I'll make do with the tablet I have until somebody wants to sell me the tablet I want. I'm hoping Asus will still sell their 7" tablet instead of throwing all that business to Google.
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Which tablet do you presently have?
Brad387 said:
Which tablet do you presently have?
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An original 7" Galaxy Tab.
Being able to hook up an external HDD is great, but not the most practical thing to do on the go. Seems kind of silly to have to take out a hard drive on a short bus/train ride or something, but I suppose it's better than nothing.
Anyone else thought of some cool ways to maximize storage space?
dcheng11 said:
Being able to hook up an external HDD is great, but not the most practical thing to do on the go. Seems kind of silly to have to take out a hard drive on a short bus/train ride or something, but I suppose it's better than nothing.
Anyone else thought of some cool ways to maximize storage space?
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1) There is the cloud. 20,000 songs is no laughing matter. And on a short bus ride is ample.
2) You can store a few of your favorite albums ON the tablet. For emergency, no data use.
3) Use the Storage method while at home or during long trips.
You can easily expand with micro USB sticks which you can't even notice plus they cheaper and you get more storage
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Because that worked out so well for the Kindle Fire. Oh wait, it didn't, because the USB port is 3.3V and needs an external power source for host mode.
I'm going to wait and see if the Nexus 7 has proper USB OTG support before I even think about getting one.
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1) There is the cloud. 20,000 songs is no laughing matter. And on a short bus ride is ample.
2) You can store a few of your favorite albums ON the tablet. For emergency, no data use.
3) Use the Storage method while at home or during long trips.
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did you really just say one should use an extern hdd for storage?!
first we would need to check the power level and then if it really would work who in the right mind would carry around a hdd all the time
the nexus 7 will fit in my jacket pocket most male people will not carry around a purse.
if i am at home me and most people will use a network drive.
i don't think i will need more than 16gb but we don't need to defend googles poor decission to not offer more space we are no apple fan boys and storage is mad cheap.
Not a huge concern for me...just a minor inconvenience. I think I'll opt for 16GB model for only $50 more.
tzarp990 said:
You can easily expand with micro USB sticks which you can't even notice plus they cheaper and you get more storage
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do you have a link for a micro USB stick?
Doesn't the micro USB operating in host mode suck down the battery (assuming that it has the appropriate power coming in...many that support this don't!)
As far as a portable hdd being too big, use a flash drive. I've seen 32 gb ones for around $30, with 64 gb not being too much higher. Of course, that only works if you don't have to have a powered hub.
Why is it so hard for Google to put in an SD Card slot?
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Question about this guys. So, assuming I load a few movies on a USB drive, I should be able to plug it into the tablet (via a micro USB-USB connector) and play the movies straight off the drive?
I only ask because I have been wanting this thing for a while, and loading 4-5 movies on it was going to be a huge plus, but 16GB is really cutting it close.
But if all I have to do is plug in a USB drive....I think I would be OK with that.
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Doesn't the micro USB operating in host mode suck down the battery (assuming that it has the appropriate power coming in...many that support this don't!)
As far as a portable hdd being too big, use a flash drive. I've seen 32 gb ones for around $30, with 64 gb not being too much higher. Of course, that only works if you don't have to have a powered hub.
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yes, it uses power but considering its flash memory it isnt a crazy amount
funkyblue04 said:
Why is it so hard for Google to put in an SD Card slot?
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the price point and size, you cant get everything for $200, if you require an sd card get a galaxy tab 7 2, they charge 50 more for a dual core cpu and worse screen but include a sd card slot
funkyblue04 said:
Why is it so hard for Google to put in an SD Card slot?
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Not hard at all. They clearly don't want to.
Tab 2 is crap. I have a Tab 7.7 but still stuck on Honeycomb. Screen is most important to me and Tab 2 is crap. I want pure Google. Google refuse to put in sd slots because they think the cloud is so great. It's not. Right now I have 76gb of music and movies on my Tab.
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Nospin said:
Question about this guys. So, assuming I load a few movies on a USB drive, I should be able to plug it into the tablet (via a micro USB-USB connector) and play the movies straight off the drive?
I only ask because I have been wanting this thing for a while, and loading 4-5 movies on it was going to be a huge plus, but 16GB is really cutting it close.
But if all I have to do is plug in a USB drive....I think I would be OK with that.
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I think we're going to wait to hear from one of the guys that actually got their hands on one...I couldn't imagine why they would run the power (I think it's 5v instead of 3.3v, but don't quote me) to the micro-usb, but stranger things have happened. If they DIDN'T for some reason, then you'd be able to, but only with a powered USB hub, so it would be a little inconvenient to lug around.
I agree though. If I can hook in a flash drive without the extra power, then I'm good to go, and will be picking one up ASAP.
Brad387 said:
I know someone who has a massive music collection - almost 500GB in size - and, whilst he likes the looks of tablets, he cannot find one that would allow him to comfortably store even a fraction of his music on. If he were to buy a Micro-USB to USB adapter, could he then connect his hard-drive into the Nexus 7 (or any other Android device for that matter) and listen to his music off there?
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Which tablet do you presently have?
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who the hell needs that much music like over kill i put songs on my phone that i will listen to i highly doubt your friend listens to all 500gb's of music
funkyblue04 said:
Tab 2 is crap. I have a Tab 7.7 but still stuck on Honeycomb. Screen is most important to me and Tab 2 is crap. I want pure Google. Google refuse to put in sd slots because they think the cloud is so great. It's not. Right now I have 76gb of music and movies on my Tab.
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you get what you pay for its that simple, you my friend have a dilemma so chose your priorities (pure google or micro sd clot) and pick your poison. Google had a price point and they did what they had to do to stick to it, so yes while It may only be a $5 addition, google has small enough profit margins as it is considering the kindle fire is sold at a loss and this has much more expensive hardware. So, I wouldn't expect google to take more than a 5% loss on this tablet, this is a business after all
Only thing holding me back from getting a n7 is no keyboard dock (not bluetooth keyboard) and no microsd slot forcing me to buy the 16gb version which is still not enough. I know there is a workaround for the storage issue with otg but I would like a keyboard dock.
Ideally if there was a keyboard dock that has an sd card slot id buy it in a heartbeat.
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Just get a Galaxy Tab 7 v2 with keyboard dock.
AMoosa said:
Just get a Galaxy Tab 7 v2 with keyboard dock.
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Already purchased the n7 and am in love with it. Going to root it soon when I have some spare time. I'd love the option of sdcard storage for it and a keyboard would make it golden.
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There isn't a dock I'm aware of, but the logitech bluetooth keyboard for Android works really well on the N7.
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LOL... You purchased it a day after saying the lack of a keyboard dock is holding you back.
I've searched everywhere I know of in hopes of finding a Keyboard/Dock for the N7, but there is not one sadly..
I think it would be a little hard to work with the 1 input options (the microUSB) when building a dock.
Specially since its positions on the bottom of the tablet (portrait style)
I'm currently waiting for another OTG Cable to arrive.. I'm then going to rip apart my wifes Tab2 7.0 keyboard, and see what I can do about wiring in the OTG cable, replacing the docks current Samsung Connector with the mUSB on the OTG cable. Won't be a microSD option, but I'll have a keyboard dock (hopefully)
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LOL... You purchased it a day after saying the lack of a keyboard dock is holding you back.
I've searched everywhere I know of in hopes of finding a Keyboard/Dock for the N7, but there is not one sadly..
I think it would be a little hard to work with the 1 input options (the microUSB) when building a dock.
Specially since its positions on the bottom of the tablet (portrait style)
I'm currently waiting for another OTG Cable to arrive.. I'm then going to rip apart my wifes Tab2 7.0 keyboard, and see what I can do about wiring in the OTG cable, replacing the docks current Samsung Connector with the mUSB on the OTG cable. Won't be a microSD option, but I'll have a keyboard dock (hopefully)
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Lol I couldn't resist. This tablet looked great and the dev support is amazing.
When you get a chance to try to make that keyboard dock on your own please post pics and tell us how it works!
Also with an offer cable I can connect flash drives to the table correct?
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why not just buy a usb keyboard that has an integrated usb hub. plug it into the nexus 7 via a usb on the go adapter?
Souai said:
why not just buy a usb keyboard that has an integrated usb hub. plug it into the nexus 7 via a usb on the go adapter?
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What's the go adapter?
And I've never seen a keybord with an integrated usb hub!
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Because the point using the Samsung Keyboard Dock.. is the "Dock" part of it... the Nexus fix relatively well in the slot. Might need to carve it out a bit to adjust for the corners..
Going off your suggestion why not just buy a Bluetooth keyboard? Wait, no dock there either...
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Will be sure to post a full right up on the process.. have the camera on the tripod reading to document the whole thing...
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KoolAidJunkie said:
LOL... You purchased it a day after saying the lack of a keyboard dock is holding you back.
I've searched everywhere I know of in hopes of finding a Keyboard/Dock for the N7, but there is not one sadly..
I think it would be a little hard to work with the 1 input options (the microUSB) when building a dock.
Specially since its positions on the bottom of the tablet (portrait style)
I'm currently waiting for another OTG Cable to arrive.. I'm then going to rip apart my wifes Tab2 7.0 keyboard, and see what I can do about wiring in the OTG cable, replacing the docks current Samsung Connector with the mUSB on the OTG cable. Won't be a microSD option, but I'll have a keyboard dock (hopefully)
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Uhm.....pogo pins anyone
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You could use something like this USB Keyboard fitted in a PU Leather Case, complete with adapter.
Beards said:
You could use something like this USB Keyboard fitted in a PU Leather Case, complete with adapter.
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I'd advise seriously against that. I bought it, and in addition to being rather huge, the keyboard gets more awful with use. It's not even the size -- it just doesn't register keypresses sometimes.
ldrn said:
I'd advise seriously against that. I bought it, and in addition to being rather huge, the keyboard gets more awful with use. It's not even the size -- it just doesn't register keypresses sometimes.
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Thanks for that personal piece of info.... I have noted it for future reference.
Or this one?
http://www.amazon.com/Hipstreet-7-I...id=1347244242&sr=1-1&keywords=Hipstreet+nexus
promotion
theNexus 7 keyboard is a pretty useful product in the present day society. i would ask people to use it.
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the product Nexus 7 Keyboard Cover – Nexus 7 Bluetooth Keyboard Leatherette Folio Case from u Play (White Label) $49.99 is good and useful for the people who work with time management.
I'm using a Microsoft wireless keyboard (Model 2000) and it works perfectly, even at faster speeds (70 WPM). I just plug the wireless receiver into my OTG cable and it automatically starts using the hardware. Though this doesn't work if you want a smaller portable keyboard as this one is full sized, but I use it at home mostly so that's not a problem (I prefer having a full sized keyboard). These special keys even work: Mail (brings up Gmail), volume controls, pause/play, home, and some others that I can't remember.
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Or this one?
http://www.amazon.com/Hipstreet-7-I...id=1347244242&sr=1-1&keywords=Hipstreet+nexus
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Just picked up hip street with keyboard yesterday, was looking for something thick for protection more than anything! The case is heavy,bulky and the keys are cluncky. That being said it connects very well with Bluetooth and all ports and speaker are open/ accessible. Haven't tested to see how long battery for keyboard lasts ( charges thru USB ) overall I'm happy with this purchase.
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Definitely thought of pogo pins too, but I thought I heard that they're only for charging.
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I use an apple bluetooth keyboard and a blurex case to prop my n7 at the right angle.. I've found no disadvantage to this and my N7 anctually fits right in the gap under the keyboard so I can wedge it in between books and what not. It seems to be the best route right now.
Hi, Ive read the other otg adapter pages but i dont believe any of them have the answer tmy question. Im not interested in hooking up keyboards,etc to the 7 I just want to hook up a thumb drive to it so I can watch movies on long trips. All the cables people have mentioned have a couple of inches of cable attached to them between the connectors, This plus having a thumb drive sticking out of it kind of makes it annoying to use. What i am hoping was if someone could point me in the direction of something like this http://www.amazon.com/SANOXY-Micro-...1_7?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1347344592&sr=1 for the nexus. Id really like to not have the extra cord. thanx guys
This one? (works on my N7 fine)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/140829617861#ht_1845wt_1004
joemegahertz said:
Hi, Ive read the other otg adapter pages but i dont believe any of them have the answer tmy question. Im not interested in hooking up keyboards,etc to the 7 I just want to hook up a thumb drive to it so I can watch movies on long trips. All the cables people have mentioned have a couple of inches of cable attached to them between the connectors, This plus having a thumb drive sticking out of it kind of makes it annoying to use. What i am hoping was if someone could point me in the direction of something like this http://www.amazon.com/SANOXY-Micro-...1_7?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1347344592&sr=1 for the nexus. Id really like to not have the extra cord. thanx guys
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Try something like this --> http://cgi.ebay.in/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=221102060205#ht_8677wt_1264
I have bought this and works fine!
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eager27 said:
This one? (works on my N7 fine)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/140829617861#ht_1845wt_1004
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I think having a wire sort of thing is much more convenient coz it wont protrude much when connected to a usb stick!
Thats true but you can buy those many thumbdrives that are 1/2 inch long which is what i plan on using on it. thanx for the diffrent ideas!
sacthegreat said:
I think having a wire sort of thing is much more convenient coz it wont protrude much when connected to a usb stick!
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I agree 100%, and I have both and actually prefer the version with the wire for the reason you give, HOWEVER ... the OP asked for a connector without a wire, and gave a specific example of the type they were looking for. The one in my link matches that perfectly.
When I use mine with a thumb drive, I just transfer the files to the tablet. Takes 5 minutes and uses a lot less battery than having it connected to usb and reading the card the whole time. Just leave a few GB available for movies; delete one if you need more space to transfer another.
Didn't test this one but its cheap:
http://dx.com/p/usb-female-to-micro-usb-male-adapter-connector-113791?item=4
I am using these two successfully on my N7. Makes for a total length of exactly 2 inches.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00812F7O8/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...72396&ssPageName=STRK:MERFB:IID#ht_500wt_1414
Get a cheap one from amazon and use an app called stickmount to Mount your thumb drive to your nexus. I watched a blueray movie with no lag or stutter.
frank35 said:
I am using these two successfully on my N7. Makes for a total length of exactly 2 inches.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00812F7O8/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...72396&ssPageName=STRK:MERFB:IID#ht_500wt_1414
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Thanx thats exactly what im looking for.
Question do I have to use a thumb drive ? Could I use a micro SD card reader and a micro SD card and it be the same thing ?
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You could. I found several reviews on the super small micro sd readers that say they crap out in a year or less, so I just went with a thumbdrive. Doesn't hurt to try if the price is right.
frank35 said:
You could. I found several reviews on the super small micro sd readers that say they crap out in a year or less, so I just went with a thumbdrive. Doesn't hurt to try if the price is right.
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Yeah I bought a super small one for like 83 or 49 cents lol
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Its here! The connectivity demo to end all connectivity demos - see what your Note 2 can do! Any questions feel free to ask
Make sure to use the time-stamped navigation links in the video description to get around.
Gear used in the video:
USB OTG cable
Externally powered USB hub (i-Rocks one)
Logitech K400 wireless USB keyboard/mouse combo
Xbox 360 for Windows controller
MHL adapter for Note 2
AllShare Cast Dongle
Datel Retro Wireless Controller - not available any longer as far as I can tell - keep an eye on Amazon and Ebay as it still appears there sometimes
Logitech "For Android" bluetooth keyboard
Logitech "For Android" bluetooth mouse (note that any HID profile bluetooth mouse should work)
Seagate GoFlex Satellite drive
Apps: N64oid, FPse, MX Player, Bubble UPnP, Wind Up Knight, USB/BT Joystick Centre
Beastwars bandcamp page - beastwars.bandcamp.com stream the whole album and purchase there with all proceeds going to the band!
Got to run now, but will add links to places to get some of the stuff a bit later on.
Thanks a lot, I really appreciate the time you put in to show off all these cool features. I'm still waiting on Verizon to release the Note 2 unfortunetly. When using the Allshare dongle does the multi-screen feature work. For example could you watch Netflix and browse the web, and if so is it smooth. Thanks again for the video.
Oh, not tried it to be honest! Can't believe that slipped my mind, I will test it later and let you know.
Can someone please sticky this
very good video mate, amazing phone when you think about it!
ratcom said:
very good video mate, amazing phone when you think about it!
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Thanks dude!
...and yes, pretty amazing what these smartphones will do these days!
Totally second this post being stickied
NZtechfreak said:
Oh, not tried it to be honest! Can't believe that slipped my mind, I will test it later and let you know.
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Thanks, and I'll third that sticky.
clemson91 said:
Thanks a lot, I really appreciate the time you put in to show off all these cool features. I'm still waiting on Verizon to release the Note 2 unfortunetly. When using the Allshare dongle does the multi-screen feature work. For example could you watch Netflix and browse the web, and if so is it smooth. Thanks again for the video.
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OK, tried it, but whenever you watch video it full-screens the video to the external display (it is still split screen on the device and you can interact with the other window, but I don't think that is what you were after?).
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Thanks, and I'll third that sticky.
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I think technically you would be seconding it, since I'm probably biased
is it possible to connect MHL adapter to USB hub (using a converter from 11pin microUSB to USB, if such thing does exists) so we can use HDTV mirroring and USB OTG simultaneously?
azhurvadal said:
is it possible to connect MHL adapter to USB hub (using a converter from 11pin microUSB to USB, if such thing does exists) so we can use HDTV mirroring and USB OTG simultaneously?
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No, it looks like the Smart Dock for the Note 2 will allow for both simultaneously though.
Best video I have seen all day
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OK, tried it, but whenever you watch video it full-screens the video to the external display (it is still split screen on the device and you can interact with the other window, but I don't think that is what you were after?).
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Oh that actually sounds pretty nice being able to stream video(hopefully Netflix) to the TV, and still browse on the phone. I was actually kinda hoping there would be a way to do exactly what you said it does. Thanks for trying that out, the days till they release it on Verizon are slowing down even more now.
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Oh that actually sounds pretty nice being able to stream video(hopefully Netflix) to the TV, and still browse on the phone. I was actually kinda hoping there would be a way to do exactly what you said it does. Thanks for trying that out, the days till they release it on Verizon are slowing down even more now.
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OK, cool!
I thought you wanted kinda a picture in picture/split screen deal on the TV, but even better if this was what you were after.
qhinton said:
Best video I have seen all day
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Thanks! Makes it all worthwhile
Had some requests via PM for information on pairing with PS3 controllers using OTG cables instead of the method that requires a PC, so thought I would post a link to this for those people and others:
What ROM are you used??
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Princetan said:
What ROM are you used??
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Pure stock with Root.
Using Nova Launcher with dock icons from ADW WP7 theme.
Is there a specific otg usb cable for the Note 2, more specifically t889 ? I had been searching every scenario , 5 pin, t889, etc. and can't find any that specifically mention for the Note 2. Meanwhile, I read posts and comments about people connecting the wrong usb otg and bricking their phone. What are you using? Thanks~
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Is there a specific otg usb cable for the Note 2, more specifically t889 ? I had been searching every scenario , 5 pin, t889, etc. and can't find any that specifically mention for the Note 2. Meanwhile, I read posts and comments about people connecting the wrong usb otg and bricking their phone. What are you using? Thanks~
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No, no specific cable, any USB OTG cable should work fine. Never ever heard of anyone bricking a device using a USB OTG cable - do you have links for these posts? I have to wonder what those people were doing if their phones bricked...
I have an 320gb portable external hard drive that i would like to attach to my Nexus 10 when i get one. does anyone know if the microusb can power it and where can i get an adapter that supports the nexus 10. thanks
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I have an 320gb portable external hard drive that i would like to attach to my Nexus 10 when i get one. does anyone know if the microusb can power it and where can i get an adapter that supports the nexus 10. thanks
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More likely than not you will need an external power source. A powered HUB is something to consider.
Only powered Hard drives work.
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i tried doing this with my Nexus 7 and all it did war start to power up the hard drive and then disconnect repeatedly so there isn't enough power in the nexus 7, i doubt there will be in the 10 when I get it... but i will try lol
Actually, I attached my Samsung 2,5'' 1tb HDD today to my new nexus 10 (writing on it right now btw), and it powered up. Sticky Mount recognized the HDD, though I wasnt able to access it without root permission... Got the tablet early this morning
Get Nexus media app. No root required and you can use hard drives
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slight22 said:
i tried doing this with my Nexus 7 and all it did war start to power up the hard drive and then disconnect repeatedly so there isn't enough power in the nexus 7, i doubt there will be in the 10 when I get it... but i will try lol
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I thought the nexus 7 didn't have usb OTG host capabilities built into the stock rom. Although it might not be the best comparison, but my toshiba thrive powers hdds just fine.
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Get Nexus media app. No root required and you can use hard drives
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Can someone verify that it is working with the N10
Did you use any specific otg cable or will any do?
Swype'd at pace from my Galaxy S2
I'm using it on the Nexus 7... That's proof enough
Bought an OTG cable from amazon. The USB adapter one for 2 quid.
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I can confirm that the WD My Passport for Mac (500GB) was able to be powered by my Nexus 7, with a cheap chinese OTG cable, without any issue whatsoever.
Can't say if it will also work with a Nexus 10 or not, but I would assume there would be no issue.
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used an ordinary 2€-ebay-OTG cable... didnt try media importer yet, want to save 2,30€ and wait till root.
I can confirm that Nexus Media Importer by Homeysoft worked with a generic USB OTG cable and a couple of USB drives I had sitting around. I don't know if there is a free alternative but this one seemed to work.
EDIT: Just to clarify the Nexus Media Importer worked with my Nexus 10. I had not seen a confirmation against the actual N10 so figured I would confirm.
Nexus Media Importer verified to be working with OTG USB cables.
For those who do not have root or do not want to root. Please consider getting Nexus Media Importer as an alternative. Works like a charm.
Hope this helps!
Is this media importer allows playback with say BS Player, whatever. In other words, to play content from the USB without moving the file to the device.
I have root access, as well as Nexus media Importer
Can't seem to mount and USB drives in afile manager for general file transfer though. NMI does import media files though.
so is the idea here that you could use the n10 to power a hard drive and I could put some movies on it and play em? mp4's for example?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822136996 - Perfect for this.
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Is this media importer allows playback with say BS Player, whatever. In other words, to play content from the USB without moving the file to the device.
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chugger93 said:
so is the idea here that you could use the n10 to power a hard drive and I could put some movies on it and play em? mp4's for example?
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Yes and Yes! hdd, flash drive or sd/micro sd card etc
Hopefully simultaneous charging + OTG w/ external HD will be a possibility.