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| Author: | Doctor Glyndwr [ Fri Mar 27, 2015 15:47 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Trooper wrote: I have exactly the same setup, I solved all those problems by never letting my Mac sleep  The screen goes off, but it's always on.Not the most power efficient solution, I'll grant you  Power efficiency, long term reliability (of a machine I can't easily get into to swap parts around), and the fact that people occasionally sleep in that room are all reasons I don't want to do that. |
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| Author: | DavPaz [ Fri Mar 27, 2015 15:51 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Just stream straight from Grim...'s house. Problem solved |
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| Author: | Doctor Glyndwr [ Fri Mar 27, 2015 15:54 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
DavPaz wrote: Just stream straight from Grim...'s house. Problem solved Until he deletes the show you're watching while you watch it. |
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| Author: | Grim... [ Fri Mar 27, 2015 16:03 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Yeah, I did that. I got it back for you, though. |
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| Author: | Doctor Glyndwr [ Fri Mar 27, 2015 16:08 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
TOO LATE |
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| Author: | GazChap [ Fri Mar 27, 2015 16:36 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Doctor Glyndwr wrote: I have NAS->iMac (wireless)->Plex client (wireless) At the risk of sounding ignorant, is there a reason you have the NAS plugged into your iMac as opposed to a router? |
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| Author: | Trooper [ Fri Mar 27, 2015 16:42 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
GazChap wrote: Doctor Glyndwr wrote: I have NAS->iMac (wireless)->Plex client (wireless) At the risk of sounding ignorant, is there a reason you have the NAS plugged into your iMac as opposed to a router? If it's anything like me, the NAS is connected to a router, but the plex server software is on the iMac. |
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| Author: | Doctor Glyndwr [ Fri Mar 27, 2015 16:49 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
GazChap wrote: At the risk of sounding ignorant, is there a reason you have the NAS plugged into your iMac as opposed to a router? I wasn't clear, the NAS is on the router. It's actually:Living room: router -> everything under the telly via ethernet, including the NAS (except for Nexus Player which is on wifi because it doesn't have an ethernet port.) Bedroom: iMac, on wireless; printer, on an old/slow powerline ethernet adapter. I'm constrained by the flat layout. In my old house, I had a utility room where the NAS and router lived. |
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| Author: | DavPaz [ Fri Mar 27, 2015 17:18 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Grim... wrote: Doctor Glyndwr wrote: FWIW, I'm very happy with mine running either Plex or Kodi. (I've gone of Plex entirely, but for unrelated reasons.) obviously it's also very good at Netflix, YouTube, and Play movies/TV. Biggest annoyance is probably that it can't to 24 Hz output, but few of these devices can. Or the lack of Amazon streaming services. Reading around, with a tiny bit of work (and a visit to http://www.apkmirror.com/) you can get the tablet versions of the Amazon Apps. |
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| Author: | DavPaz [ Fri Mar 27, 2015 19:04 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
DavPaz wrote: Gah. Weak. Ordered one. It's shipped already |
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| Author: | Satsuma [ Fri Mar 27, 2015 19:32 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Grim... wrote: Cras wrote: Potentially off topic, but happily watched some Two Broke Girls last night. See, now I was always 100% Max, but with the new series new hair, I reckon Caroline's back in play. It's an improvement, but I'm still all about Max. 10  20 goto 10 |
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| Author: | Cras [ Fri Mar 27, 2015 21:24 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Agreed, but Caroline is now at least not a waste of screen space. |
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| Author: | DavPaz [ Mon Mar 30, 2015 9:57 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
It came. That was quick. Small box, too. (  )Attachment: player.jpg
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| Author: | Bamba [ Mon Mar 30, 2015 10:11 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
DavPaz wrote: It came. That was quick. Name of your sex tape. |
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| Author: | Hearthly [ Mon Mar 30, 2015 10:20 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
I bet it won't have all the functionality of a media centre PC, which you can get for free. |
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| Author: | Bamba [ Mon Mar 30, 2015 10:31 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Hearthly wrote: I bet it won't have all the functionality of a media centre PC, which you can get for free.
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| Author: | DavPaz [ Mon Mar 30, 2015 10:58 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
I'm genuinely impressed. Within 10 minutes or opening the box, I was connected to the Work WiFi (which is miracle in itself) and logged into my 2-step verified google account. I've installed and configured Plex and even managed to get a web browser and Google Drive on there with minimal faff. Later, I will plug in my USB hub and see if I can use the Harmony Remote. Happy. Now, I'd better get some work done... |
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| Author: | DavPaz [ Mon Mar 30, 2015 11:02 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Also... Hearthly wrote: I bet it won't have all the functionality of a media centre PC, which you can get for free. I love you, man. |
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| Author: | Bobbyaro [ Mon Mar 30, 2015 12:38 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Hearthly wrote: I bet it won't have all the functionality of a media centre PC, which you already had! FTFY |
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| Author: | DavPaz [ Mon Mar 30, 2015 22:29 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
I love it. Can't get the Harmony working though. Sleep on it. |
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| Author: | Trousers [ Tue Apr 14, 2015 8:45 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
The latest S5 update brings back the Mute function. Huzzah! And it has also stopped mine running like a 1 legged dog through treacle. Double Huzzah! Just need to see what the battery usage is like but so far so good. |
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| Author: | KovacsC [ Tue Apr 14, 2015 8:51 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Hearthly wrote: I bet it won't have all the functionality of a media centre PC, which you can get for free. Free PCs where? |
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| Author: | DavPaz [ Tue Apr 14, 2015 9:02 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Nexus Player update! It's quite good. Plex works as well as Plex ever does. Netflix is flawless (and works with unblock.us). I have SNES and Mega Drive Emulators installed and a wired 360 controller attached. Best emulator experience I've ever had. |
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| Author: | Grim... [ Tue Apr 14, 2015 9:23 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Oh shit - I'd not considered emulation. |
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| Author: | DavPaz [ Tue Apr 14, 2015 9:41 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
I reckon a Bluetooth controller would make it even better. I think the ps3 controller syncs up pretty easily |
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| Author: | Bamba [ Tue Apr 14, 2015 10:20 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
DavPaz wrote: I reckon a Bluetooth controller would make it even better. I think the ps3 controller syncs up pretty easily You know there's a dedicated controller available for it yeah? |
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| Author: | DavPaz [ Tue Apr 14, 2015 10:26 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Yes, but for many the PS3 controller will be 'free'. Just like my 360 controller being 'free'. |
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| Author: | Bamba [ Tue Apr 14, 2015 10:39 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
DavPaz wrote: Yes, but for many the PS3 controller will be 'free'. Just like my 360 controller being 'free'. Yeah, course, I was just mentioning it in case you weren't aware.  It's worth being aware though that using a PS3/4 controller wirelessly with Android requires that your device is rooted and it looks to be quite the faf to do.
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| Author: | Grim... [ Tue Apr 14, 2015 10:45 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
I think Android supports it now, and has done for a while. |
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| Author: | Grim... [ Tue Apr 14, 2015 10:47 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Ah, some do, some don't. There's an app to find out: https://play.google.com/store/apps/deta ... cker&hl=en |
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| Author: | Grim... [ Tue Apr 14, 2015 10:51 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
And that app disagrees. Well, I don't know now. |
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| Author: | Bamba [ Tue Apr 14, 2015 10:51 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Grim... wrote: Ah, some do, some don't. There's an app to find out: https://play.google.com/store/apps/deta ... cker&hl=en But root is always required. |
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| Author: | RuySan [ Wed Apr 15, 2015 0:35 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Did anyone tried the Asus Zenfone 5? I need a new phone but 200€ is my absolute maximum. |
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| Author: | Achilles [ Thu Apr 30, 2015 1:30 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
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| Author: | Trousers [ Tue May 12, 2015 15:49 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
I am now the proud owner of a Hudl2. Cost me £45 once I had used my ClubCard boost. It's a bit chunky compared to the Mrs' iPad Mini but the screen is sharp and the interface (I use Nova Launcher) at least as responsive as my S5. Battery seems to be a bit demanding but so far for £45 it's an absolute steal. |
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| Author: | Hearthly [ Tue May 12, 2015 16:05 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
I bet that'd run Hearthstone very nicely. |
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| Author: | Grim... [ Tue May 12, 2015 16:07 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Trousers wrote: I am now the proud owner of a Hudl2. Cost me £45 once I had used my ClubCard boost. It's a bit chunky compared to the Mrs' iPad Mini but the screen is sharp and the interface (I use Nova Launcher) at least as responsive as my S5. Battery seems to be a bit demanding but so far for £45 it's an absolute steal. Yeah, the battery is the weak point, but even at full price it's a good little tablet for the money. |
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| Author: | Bamba [ Sun May 17, 2015 20:04 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Bug report for the Doc. Instead of being in my mate's car today getting a lift to Heathrow, Google Maps was convinced we were actually driving the Saatchi Gallery up the M3. 
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| Author: | Doctor Glyndwr [ Sun May 17, 2015 20:09 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Heh. You should have Shaken To Send Feedback; that generates a much better bug report than I can after the fact. |
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| Author: | Cras [ Sun May 17, 2015 21:07 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Brilliant! |
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| Author: | Bamba [ Mon May 18, 2015 8:32 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Doctor Glyndwr wrote: Heh. You should have Shaken To Send Feedback; that generates a much better bug report than I can after the fact. This isn't something I want fixed, I'm hoping to drive a variety of buildings around over the next while. ;-) |
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| Author: | Kern [ Mon May 18, 2015 9:11 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Bamba wrote: Google Maps was convinced we were actually driving the Saatchi Gallery up the M3. All: But is it art? |
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| Author: | MaliA [ Fri Jun 12, 2015 22:16 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Whatever update that has landed on my s5 is terrible. Switching between tabs in chrome takes ages now as you have to press the key button, wait for it to load then scroll through all the apps to find the page you want. |
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| Author: | Joans [ Sat Jun 13, 2015 0:26 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
You can turn that off (if its what i think it is) in chrome settings > merge tabs and apps >off. |
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| Author: | Bamba [ Sat Jun 13, 2015 0:35 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Yeah, it's a Lollipop feature and a fucking terrible idea but easily switched back to normal behaviour. |
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| Author: | MaliA [ Sat Jun 13, 2015 6:33 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Joans wrote: You can turn that off (if its what i think it is) in chrome settings > merge tabs and apps >off. Super, thank youm |
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| Author: | MaliA [ Sat Jun 13, 2015 6:33 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Bamba wrote: Yeah, it's a Lollipop feature and a fucking terrible idea but easily switched back to normal behaviour. I agree. |
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| Author: | Findus Fop [ Thu Jun 18, 2015 17:38 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
Ever since smartphones arrived I've only used iOS. For a time I felt I'd never be able to leave iOS because I was too wedded to the huge app library I'd accrued. But lately, I've realised I don't use many apps. Swipes, Spotify, Evernote, Maps, Camera, City Mapper, Bus timetable. None seem to be apple only. So, if I was to jump ship to Android, all I'd be missing is Apple's admittedly lovely hardware and the OS. Anyone who's made the switch, for whatever reason (cost, a change, the choice) do you actually prefer the Android OS? Or is it something you don't like but grow to tolerate? I'm torn between the iPhone 6 and the Sony Z3 Compact (love the size, long battery life, and PS4 compatibility, though worried about the dodgy sounding camera). Anyone who's been through OS reassignment, what are your thoughts? |
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| Author: | Hearthly [ Fri Jun 19, 2015 9:17 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
I made the switch to Android when I retired my iPhone 3GS, the money Apple were after for the iPhone 4 was just eye-watering. (I can't honestly remember how I ended up with the 3GS, must have bought it second hand or something, but in typical Apple fashion they'd released a version of iOS that ran on the 3GS but turned the whole phone into a juddery lump of shit.) My initial thoughts with Android at the time were that it was a bit rough around the edges (obviously you're going back a few years), but I saved a decent chunk of cash moving to an Android phone that had all the functionality (and more!) of my old 3GS, and ran a lot better too. (Think it was a HTC Desire, as memory serves it got me a WiFi hotspot which iOS didn't have at the time.) Since then Android has got better and better, and if you stick to a vanilla Android phone you get the 'unblemished' Lollipop which is a great UI and every bit as lovely as iOS IMO. Your mileage may vary with the various manufacturer customisations (personally speaking I abhor what Samsung does to their phones, but I think Sony's UI is actually pretty good - for example). IMO they've lost the plot a bit with the Nexus 6 though, which is stupidly big and stupidly expensive, but there is talk of a 'Nexus 5 2015' model on the way which would be very interesting. (I'm currently on a Nexus 5 which on balance I'd say is the best phone I've ever owned and very reasonably priced.) All that said I wouldn't necessarily rule out moving back to an iPhone at some point, but every time my contract comes up for renewal I look at the prices for iPhones, and then I look at the prices for good Android phones, and I'm just like, 'Yeah, fuck that'. (IIRC when I got the Nexus 5 I could get it 'free' on a £35 per month contract, whereas the cheapest iPhone was something like £240 cash upfront on top of the £35 per month. PLEASE NOTE - we pay crazy prices for mobile phones on the Isle of Man.) If you're not particularly tied to the 'Apple Ecosystem' (loads of apps, big iTunes library etc, and by all accounts you're not), then the switch should be very painless. Android does seem to make stuff that SHOULD be simple, nice and simple, for example Mrs Hearthly wanted a basic and easy to use media player on her Moto G 2, so I just installed VLC (free) from the Play Store and she can drag and drop stuff from folders on her PC to it. The last time I tussled with a simple task like that on an iPod I ended up in a murderous killrage. (Seriously fuck iTunes.) I suppose the thing to do is just an Android phone a try, end of the day if you really don't like it you can move back to Apple at your next switch. But your use of your phone sounds very similar to mine TBH (not much in the way of apps, want decent camera functionality, etc), so I think you'd be fine. Having had a quick look at prices the Z3 Compact costs a fair whack less than the iPhone6 too, so you've got a decent wedge of cash to spend on something else straight out of the gate. |
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| Author: | Doctor Glyndwr [ Fri Jun 19, 2015 9:21 ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Google Android |
I switched my personal phone from an iPhone 6 to a Nexus 6 a few months ago as an experiment, and I don't know if I'm going to go back. Is there anything specific you want to know? |
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