I successfully made a homemade version of Google Cardboard. I used the plans that are available on the internet. I had to make some minor modifications to get it to work with my S5. First, I cut some extra holes for the power button and volume buttons to prevent them from getting pushed while in use. I had a couple of round small magnets that were being used as a fastener which fit nicely. Seems one magnet is used to hold the other magnet in place. The two magnets need to slide over each other to get the switch action.
The biggest modification I had to make, was to move the lenses further apart to get the images to line up. I am using lenses I found at Michaels and a set of fold-out lenses that were making up a cheap pair of binoculars. I need the most powerful magnifying glass I could find, in combination with the fold-out lenses. The Michaels magnifying glass was actually combined with lighted tweezers but had a magnification of 4X and was the right size.
Good luck should you try this project, It was worth a few hours of work.
Hi,
I also made it. In general it is successful but the application is limited.
Is tehre a way to view our own 3d videos for example ?
also, I couldn't find any developer forum or cotact about this.
Any ideas ?
thx.
I found one forum that had a good discussion about cardboard. For the most part it was a discussion on finding the parts for construction and their frustrations on finding the lenses. I did not bookmark it and have not been back to the site, sorry. The Oculus Rift site has some discussion about Cardboard, but again not much useful information.
I did a search in the Play Store and found a couple of apps that worked with the Cardboard goggles. My search was for "VR". The best app was "rollercoaster" and another was some jet flying program. A hang gliding program needed some type of keyboard input, it probably would work with some type of Bluetooth controller that I do not have. You might find some 3D viewer that would work with your videos. The only limitation would be control, the magnetic switch does not seem to be supported yet.
thanks for your reply.
actually I would like to have these:
- open 3d video file from my old Fujifilm 3D camera
- open side-by-side 3d videos
- open 3d videos on Youtube (currently it only shows popular Youtube videos -not 3d but in a 3d effected view)
- visit any place on Google Earth in 3D (currently only 4 cities supported on Cardboard app)
have you seen any app that do one or more of these ?
I still see no developments about cardboard. too sad.
Anyone have alternatives to the lenses needed for Cardboard? That kinda kills the project for me
Google Cardboard VR - Need Help
I just bought the Google VR Cardboard w/o NFC tag from this website googlecardboard. com
Now I want to know is there any way I can add NFC tag to my device? Please help
--actually I would like to have these:
--- open 3d video file from my old Fujifilm 3D camera
--- open side-by-side 3d videos
--- open 3d videos on Youtube (currently it only shows popular Youtube videos -not 3d but in a 3d effected view)
--- visit any place on Google Earth in 3D (currently only 4 cities supported on Cardboard app)
--have you seen any app that do one or more of these ?[/QUOTE]
The Google Earth demo supports the entire earth. It only starts in the four cities. You can fly into the sky and the fly back to anyplace on the planet. It is really amazing. As for your own content, you just need to output them as a side by side video or jpg. I look at my own images this way.
Also, for anyone wanting the physical viewer, just by a my3d. you can find them for $7.99 on amazon. It's a failed 3d viewer for the iphone. It has removable backs and you just leave it empty then hold it to your phone. Works great with the cardboard app.
Todd
stephenpiersly said:
I just bought the Google VR Cardboard w/o NFC tag from this website googlecardboard. com
Now I want to know is there any way I can add NFC tag to my device? Please help
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Any NFC tags will work I imagine, as long as your phone has an NFC radio. You'll want to mount the tag in the cardboard so that it can be read by the phones NFC radio. Program it with the URL cardboard://v1.0.0
Link to Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CE6QGLU/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_-enWtb1SKQGC00FP?ie=UTF8
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mrmrmrmr said:
I still see no developments about cardboard. too sad.
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What about the crapper app?
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.locovr.vrtoiletsimulator
stereoshooter said:
--actually I would like to have these:
--- open 3d video file from my old Fujifilm 3D camera
--- open side-by-side 3d videos
--- open 3d videos on Youtube (currently it only shows popular Youtube videos -not 3d but in a 3d effected view)
--- visit any place on Google Earth in 3D (currently only 4 cities supported on Cardboard app)
--have you seen any app that do one or more of these ?
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The Google Earth demo supports the entire earth. It only starts in the four cities. You can fly into the sky and the fly back to anyplace on the planet. It is really amazing. As for your own content, you just need to output them as a side by side video or jpg. I look at my own images this way.
Also, for anyone wanting the physical viewer, just by a my3d. you can find them for $7.99 on amazon. It's a failed 3d viewer for the iphone. It has removable backs and you just leave it empty then hold it to your phone. Works great with the cardboard app.
Todd
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thanks. now I see that I can go to any place on Google Earth demo. But for example I wanted to visit London. and I could not see any 3d buildings. However, in Google Earth there are several 3D buildings for London.
what do you think ? Am I doing something wrong ?
I want to try Shadowgun VR, but it requires a bluetooth controller and my hands are already full with google cardboard.
i bought it from googlecardboard.com last week . if anyone know please reply .
peepalala said:
I want to try Shadowgun VR, but it requires a bluetooth controller and my hands are already full with google cardboard.
i bought it from googlecardboard.com last week . if anyone know please reply .
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While you can't play without a controller, it'll fly you around and when you stop you can at least look all around you. Worth a try because it's the most detailed/smooth world available at the moment IMO.
Also, I modded my headset to be hands free. It only took about 10 mins and a pair of old ski goggles. I used the padding from the goggles as well to line the cardboard to stop RNS (red nose syndrome).
mrmrmrmr said:
thanks. now I see that I can go to any place on Google Earth demo. But for example I wanted to visit London. and I could not see any 3d buildings. However, in Google Earth there are several 3D buildings for London.
what do you think ? Am I doing something wrong ?
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so ?
what's the deal ?
Google Cardboard with NFC tag
Once the headset has been constructed, install the cardboard app on your handset, tap the handset against the NFC tag and slot it into the headset. Then you can watch YouTube videos, take a virtual tour around Paris or immerse yourself in an interactive story about a hat.
googlecardboard(dot)com
I too have this up and running and where there a few apps and games currently available i can see its potential is huge. Shadow Gun looks great, i do have a Bluetooth controller however the main problem I have is that once the phone is in the cardboard unit you have to constantly take it in and out to open and close apps, my controller doenst have all the correct buttons mapped to browse android properly. Can anyone recommend a cheap bluetooth controller which has keys and also works as a gamepad, big ask?
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Apps:
1.TIKL: Walkie Talkie App that works on 3g/4g and WIFI
2. Tango: Best Video Calling App that works better then QIK and fring as well as cross platform to iphone on 3g
3. Websharing: Awesome wifi file transfer that allows you to use 3g and wifi to share files from your phone to computer including, cutting,pasting upload delete.
4. Printer Share (Not Free but worth buying): Great Wifi printer app that lets you print anything you want off your phone..
5. Tune in Radio: Web Radio as well as streaming your local FM Radio Stations!!
6. Shazamm Encore: Awesome Music Identifier by listening to the song.
7. Slingplayer Mobile: If you have a slingbox this allows you to watch your cable box anywhere you go as well as records shows and what not
Games:
1. Trap: Jezzball Clone however more fun with power ups and items, so addicting!!!
2. Rat's Retaliation: Perfect Clone Of "Rodents Revenge"
3.Drums: Best Drum Set ive used on the market for free.
4. Xpiano: Awesome Full piano app
5. Chips Advanced: Chips Challenge For GBA Emulator, which i posted far back on the last page of games and apps.
These are my favorite free apps and they take me back to Microsofts Entertainment Pack, gotta love those games.
Have Fun with my recommendations!!
MOD EDIT: It is illegal to post links to warez or paid for apps on this site. Asking or linking to apps that are paid for, for free is against the rules and will not be tolerated.
I second TIKL. Use it all the time.
Also, X Construct is a really fun, challenging game.
Your missing angry birds!
I need a fruit ninja support group.
I know I thought angry birds and fruit ninja were a given.. also I might add one more however needs some bugs worked out I recconebd. ZUMA REVENGE THE FREE ONE ITS LEGIT!!! SO AWESOME!
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Heytell works really well. Its similar to TIKL but can be used across phone platforms.
Soundhound works much better than shazam.
i've been trying to find a file sharing program similar to websharing that you have listed but the exact opposite. i want to view files on my pc with my phone ive tried all with no luck that i could find
Check out DropBox. It is pretty cool and might do what you want.
rfahndrich said:
Check out DropBox. It is pretty cool and might do what you want.
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I'm not sure dropbox can stream videos. That's the main thing I would like to use. I've tried orb and it would setup correctly but the phone wouldnt see it
Spiderman HD and Stunt Jet Cars are two best games I played so far and they play and look more like PS2 games.
Oh and NewsRoom is the app that I use the most.You can read tech and other news feeds real eazy.
kfett82 said:
Heytell works really well. Its similar to TIKL but can be used across phone platforms.
Soundhound works much better than shazam.
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TIKL Works from android to android to iphone, i mean no one i know have any other type of phones.
In my opinion Soundhound blows, i tried using it and it can not identifiy well at all, shazamm usually finds everything.
lviv73 said:
Spiderman HD and Stunt Jet Cars are two best games I played so far and they play and look more like PS2 games.
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Stunt Jet cars i play on my ipod touch and i love it and i have it on android so just a bonus. Ill have to try the spiderman game.
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I'm not sure dropbox can stream videos. That's the main thing I would like to use. I've tried orb and it would setup correctly but the phone wouldnt see it
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I haven't gotten it to work yet, but I think that VLC has some promise for streaming media.
DropBox is great for just sharing files.
As far as other stuff I've found...
If you are an MMO junkie, there is Pocket Legends of course to get your mobile fix. But to check in with your friends, Ventriloid (free Ventrilo client) is a MUST have.
Until Skype gets their act together, check out ooVoo - does great video chat and has a desktop client! The paid version lets you do up to 6 way video conferences.
PLEASE help me find these games
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TIKL Works from android to android to iphone, i mean no one i know have any other type of phones.
In my opinion Soundhound blows, i tried using it and it can not identifiy well at all, shazamm usually finds everything.
Stunt Jet cars i play on my ipod touch and i love it and i have it on android so just a bonus. Ill have to try the spiderman game.
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I can't find this game???? where is it? jet car stunts? or stunt jet cars??? or spiderman HD
I prefer TiKL over HeyTell. HeyTell is not realtime. HeyTell is not real PTT. It's got a purtier UI though.
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You really shouldn't mention being able to get apps for free. A paid app is paid to compensate the developer and even if you aren't directly to the pirated app you are supporting it which goes against everything these forums stand for.
It is illegal to post links to warez or paid for apps on this site. Asking or linking to apps that are paid for, for free is against the rules and will not be tolerated.
I'll have to try out newsroom I use Pulse for RSS feeds.
Need for Speed is great.. best racing game on this phone IMO,
ALso try GURK.. good ole 8 bit RPG gaming.. it's soo addicting..
I just discovered a new app on the Epic General fourms.. called Droid Streamer
What a great app!
A little off topic, but to address flawlessbmxr's problem with orb... of course assuming everthing works except for the actual streaming.
flawlessbmxr said:
I'm not sure dropbox can stream videos. That's the main thing I would like to use. I've tried orb and it would setup correctly but the phone wouldnt see it
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To get orb to work over 3g (should already work over wifi) you will need to edit your RTSP Proxy Address one of two ways...
The first way requires that you know your MSL code for your phone... Enter ##DATA# into your dialer and you will be taken to a hidden menu, from there go in to Multimedia (or 'Edit->Others->Multimedia' if your on DK28 (or other Froyo)) and change the RTSP Address to 0.0.0.0
The second way requires that you have LauncherPro, ADW Ex (newest regular ADW might work too), or Any Cut installed on your phone. Just add a shortcut to one of your home screens and choose 'Activities->com.android.hiddenmenu->Multimedia(.Multimedia_Edit)' (as listed in DK28, may be slightly different in DI18)and then change your address as above. If your running ADW, you may need to choose Custom Shortcut, and click on Pick an activity to create the shortcut.
flawlessbmxr said:
I'm not sure dropbox can stream videos. That's the main thing I would like to use. I've tried orb and it would setup correctly but the phone wouldnt see it
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I've been using droidstreamer for a little over a week now. It does NOT have many vids. But, it does have full length movies and tv shows for streaming. It worked in 3g and 4g for me. And it's free . I usually just download shows and movies to my sd card and play through my video player though.
So, I have heard some mixed opinions from both reviewers and general users of the device who claim that this device can be utilised for all their electronic needs -- "a true all-in-one" device. And, yet, others have been left slightly disappointed and claim that the lack of portability and an inability to run tablet apps leaves a lot to be desired both as a phone - let alone a tablet as well. Hence, I would like to know what the forum users here think about the Note. Does it serve as a true "all-in-one" device or do you still feel yourself turning towards a tablet, MP3 player, or other devices?
Brad387 said:
So, I have heard some mixed opinions from both reviewers and general users of the device who claim that this device can be utilised for all their electronic needs -- "a true all-in-one" device. And, yet, others have been left slightly disappointed and claim that the lack of portability and an inability to run tablet apps leaves a lot to be desired both as a phone - let alone a tablet as well. Hence, I would like to know what the forum users here think about the Note. Does it serve as a true "all-in-one" device or do you still feel yourself turning towards a tablet, MP3 player, or other devices?
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A waste of a post my friend... Have you got one? Do you know your needs (electronically) can you work the search button etc etc etc
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A waste of a post my friend... Have you got one? Do you know your needs (electronically) can you work the search button etc etc etc
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Yes, I have. I am just curious as to whether people who own a Note still utilise a tablet at all.
It depends on your capability, ability and availability of the phone, apps you installed and the relation of your work to the phone..i.e.corporate?
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It is not an all in one device. However, I do not use my iPad much after I bought the Note. It's still small for Web Surfing.
I'll bite...
It's an all-in-one device for me:
Ebooks:
I'm reading several books at once, one of which is a Cisco commands book. I have noticed that I'm more apt to lay in bed reading, as the Note is great for long reads holding it with one hand. Played around with a Nexus 7, too big to e-read holding it for too long...
Surfing:
most definitely. Use both desktop view and mobile web views. Google News, Flipboard. Video links are great to watch, and the in-your-pocket portability means you have the device everywhere all the time. Can't say that with a tablet. Again, the Nexus 7 looks sweet, but you know what, this "phablet" (hate the term) cancels the need for a 7 inch tablet.
Videos:
I'm studying for my Cisco certs, and a large part of that is from youtube videos. TED videos are great as well. Perfect size for a quick 6 minute video, either lying in bed or on break at work or waiting in line somewhere. Mind you, my LG HBS700 goes with me everywhere my Note goes... which leads me to the next item --
Music:
Definitely my go-to music player. Have bluetooth headset on all the time (doubles as earplugs when needed, lol). Two bluetooth portable speakers are used all the time -- Creative D100 and Monster Clarity HD. It's amazing the number of music players I use -- bluetooth a song from a friend's HTC windows mobile, select a station on Pandora for a few hours, scrobble a neighbor's library from Last.fm for a change of pace, use WinAmp for some years-old playlist, search and play from youtube, listen to another chapter from an audiobook (WOT FTW!)
Movies/TV:
I have a Netflix account, and like watching documentary series. At 45 min a pop, the Note is great on a stand while studying (erm, "multi-tasking") on my PC's big screen. Even though I don't have time nor tolerance for TV's fictions, Brighthouse Networks in Central Florida has an app that lets you watch TV on your device (Weather on the Ones). There's also HBO GO and MAX GO, both free. Yes, the black blotching sucks (negligible when HDMI is played at night through a portable projector like the AAXA P4X), but non-fiction is brighter than fiction, and I like facts more than fantasy.
Communication:
I use the phone portion least, because I prefer texting and emails (no patience for blabbermouths). Love email push notifications, so much better than having to load a webpage then check randomly. I also don't have a phone plan, using a tablet data-only plan and a semi-permanent Skype number for making and receiving calls (Germany for free, hellz yeah). Google Voice and Whatapp fill in the texting needs. Don't twitter and don't FB... don't ask.
Gaming:
Oh yeah, this device rocks for casual gaming. Maybe when I pass my CCNA I'll research and root for emulator access, but for now, Draw Something, Defender, and Osmos are my main entertainments when I have downtime. GTA III, Shadowgun, Order and Chaos, and a few others held my visual attention for awhile, but time is money, and gaming don't make money, if you know what I mean. Still, Note >> PSP/DS3/Vita for me...
Out and about:
GPS is smooth, Local is useful, Maps has more utility than at first glance.
Honorable mentions:
-- S note, S memo: useful for the quick phone number or lecture in class
-- music apps: Caustic, Su-Preme MPA, SPC, ChordBot, Solo, etc
-- weather widgets and alarms
-- Skydrive, Dropbox, Google Drive, Box.net
-- Amazon and ebay apps
-- Wolfram Alpha, Assistant, Google Voice Search, Wiki for those trivia moments
-- voice recorders, video camera, pictures
The list goes on and on, I better stop now. Seriously, this thing is a marvel. Granted, much of this applies to smartphones in general, but a few things make the Note stand out:
-- portability with a large screen (tablets too big)
-- stylus (not to be underestimated, habits are hard to break)
-- performance (only a few devices currently trump the Note)
-- uniqueness (adds social wow factor, personal interest, and perceived value)
-- XDA support... makes the device relevant for at least another cycle or three
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Just to balance things out with an anti-Note point of view:
I am planning on getting an iPad2. I want GarageBand and the many other iOS music production apps badly. This includes the ecosystem:
-- iRig to hook the guitar directly for FX and recording
-- Alesis or Behringer MIDI all-in-one connector for my synths
-- access to iOS ecosystem
The maturity, MIDI access, and no-latency issues of iOS trumps Android. And for around $350, why would I be blind to opening so many avenues?
Note isn't all, but it is sure damn close.
Besides, I still need an underwater videocamera for recording those reef dives, yes?
psionic11 said:
I'll bite...
It's an all-in-one device for me:
Ebooks:
I'm reading several books at once, one of which is a Cisco commands book. I have noticed that I'm more apt to lay in bed reading, as the Note is great for long reads holding it with one hand. Played around with a Nexus 7, too big to e-read holding it for too long...
Surfing:
most definitely. Use both desktop view and mobile web views. Google News, Flipboard. Video links are great to watch, and the in-your-pocket portability means you have the device everywhere all the time. Can't say that with a tablet. Again, the Nexus 7 looks sweet, but you know what, this "phablet" (hate the term) cancels the need for a 7 inch tablet.
Videos:
I'm studying for my Cisco certs, and a large part of that is from youtube videos. TED videos are great as well. Perfect size for a quick 6 minute video, either lying in bed or on break at work or waiting in line somewhere. Mind you, my LG HBS700 goes with me everywhere my Note goes... which leads me to the next item --
Music:
Definitely my go-to music player. Have bluetooth headset on all the time (doubles as earplugs when needed, lol). Two bluetooth portable speakers are used all the time -- Creative D100 and Monster Clarity HD. It's amazing the number of music players I use -- bluetooth a song from a friend's HTC windows mobile, select a station on Pandora for a few hours, scrobble a neighbor's library from Last.fm for a change of pace, use WinAmp for some years-old playlist, search and play from youtube, listen to another chapter from an audiobook (WOT FTW!)
Movies/TV:
I have a Netflix account, and like watching documentary series. At 45 min a pop, the Note is great on a stand while studying (erm, "multi-tasking") on my PC's big screen. Even though I don't have time nor tolerance for TV's fictions, Brighthouse Networks in Central Florida has an app that lets you watch TV on your device (Weather on the Ones). There's also HBO GO and MAX GO, both free. Yes, the black blotching sucks (negligible when HDMI is played at night through a portable projector like the AAXA P4X), but non-fiction is brighter than fiction, and I like facts more than fantasy.
Communication:
I use the phone portion least, because I prefer texting and emails (no patience for blabbermouths). Love email push notifications, so much better than having to load a webpage then check randomly. I also don't have a phone plan, using a tablet data-only plan and a semi-permanent Skype number for making and receiving calls (Germany for free, hellz yeah). Google Voice and Whatapp fill in the texting needs. Don't twitter and don't FB... don't ask.
Gaming:
Oh yeah, this device rocks for casual gaming. Maybe when I pass my CCNA I'll research and root for emulator access, but for now, Draw Something, Defender, and Osmos are my main entertainments when I have downtime. GTA III, Shadowgun, Order and Chaos, and a few others held my visual attention for awhile, but time is money, and gaming don't make money, if you know what I mean. Still, Note >> PSP/DS3/Vita for me...
Out and about:
GPS is smooth, Local is useful, Maps has more utility than at first glance.
Honorable mentions:
-- S note, S memo: useful for the quick phone number or lecture in class
-- music apps: Caustic, Su-Preme MPA, SPC, ChordBot, Solo, etc
-- weather widgets and alarms
-- Skydrive, Dropbox, Google Drive, Box.net
-- Amazon and ebay apps
-- Wolfram Alpha, Assistant, Google Voice Search, Wiki for those trivia moments
-- voice recorders, video camera, pictures
The list goes on and on, I better stop now. Seriously, this thing is a marvel. Granted, much of this applies to smartphones in general, but a few things make the Note stand out:
-- portability with a large screen (tablets too big)
-- stylus (not to be underestimated, habits are hard to break)
-- performance (only a few devices currently trump the Note)
-- uniqueness (adds social wow factor, personal interest, and perceived value)
-- XDA support... makes the device relevant for at least another cycle or three
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Just to balance things out with an anti-Note point of view:
I am planning on getting an iPad2. I want GarageBand and the many other iOS music production apps badly. This includes the ecosystem:
-- iRig to hook the guitar directly for FX and recording
-- Alesis or Behringer MIDI all-in-one connector for my synths
-- access to iOS ecosystem
The maturity, MIDI access, and no-latency issues of iOS trumps Android. And for around $350, why would I be blind to opening so many avenues?
Note isn't all, but it is sure damn close.
Besides, I still need an underwater videocamera for recording those reef dives, yes?
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Couldn´t have written it any better myself,about the same here,maybe a few things extra what I do....printing(PrinterShare),I like to print a few photos now and then or print a few important e-mails without putting the pc on,with the PrinterShare app and a printer with WiFi...perfect.I also stream a lot to my Samsung TV, thats when the iMedia app comes in,for me also perfect.I agree to 98% that the Note is an all-in-one device,the missing 2% will be found sometime for something else.
Comparing the ipad 2 with the gnote? In your case maybe apple products is better for you. But if you're really comparing the ipad 2 with the gnote. I think gnote is more useful for majority. I think. You can get a phone and a semi tab at the same time.cpu of gnote is defenetly a lot powerful. Screen resolution on gnote also. The only thing that i think that the ipad 2 has the advantage is that it has bigger screen than gnote(in terms of tablet) and for some its(ios) which for me is ewwww
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Comparing the ipad 2 with the gnote? In your case maybe apple products is better for you. But if you're really comparing the ipad 2 with the gnote. I think gnote is more useful for majority. I think. You can get a phone and a semi tab at the same time.cpu of gnote is defenetly a lot powerful. Screen resolution on gnote also. The only thing that i think that the ipad 2 has the advantage is that it has bigger screen than gnote(in terms of tablet) and for some its(ios) which for me is ewwww
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hmmmm.....just because the iPad has a bigger screen doesn´t mean its an advantage,I mean...can you put it in your pocket???Don´t think so,Note yes and can you make phone calls with the iPad...not what I know of,with the Note yes.
Oh......the iPad ist "just" a tab. and the Note is a mobile PHONE.....2 different devices so really you can´t compare them.Comparing an iPad with Samsungs Galaxy 10.1 is ok...both tabs.
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hmmmm.....just because the iPad has a bigger screen doesn´t mean its an advantage,I mean...can you put it in your pocket???Don´t think so,Note yes and can you make phone calls with the iPad...not what I know of,with the Note yes.
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I bought it for this, and I use my note this way: all in one:
web, gaming, email, tel, social, gps, mp3, dictionary, maps, books, manage files in cloud, taking note, shopping list... : EVERYTHING.
ultimate device, I do not need anything else.
Note is Better than S3
after using galaxy s3 for a month , i m still in love with galaxy note ..its a all in one device for me ..i love it ..i recommend u to wait for note 2 if ur planning to buy one ..but if u want it earlier then go for note ..its perfect .. and after the last update 4.0.4 it has made it faster than ever..
Does anyone know where we can download 3d images? I did a search on the web but it seems everyone is just trying to sell their software and not the images themselves.
you can get the images, but it's expensive. i'd just wait for the Oculus Store to pump out the media because i think Samsung bought licenses from 360cities.
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Does anyone know where we can download 3d images? I did a search on the web but it seems everyone is just trying to sell their software and not the images themselves.
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We should see plenty of stuff when project beyond is released. with 360 3D videos and photos.
I was looking for them too and simple google search for "spherical photo" brings plenty images and most of them works great with gear vr. Some of them are more like 360 panoramas and they look stretched because oculus software " stitching " top and bottom of the picture.
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You can do some very decent ones with your Galaxy note! I got some pretty good results but I need to try with a stand
Phil
Okay, so I've done a fair amount of looking around and since I was unable to come up with any information on how to do this, it's likely not possible. First thing, I admit I have yet to receive my promotional Gear VR from purchasing a Galaxy S7 Edge on a pre-order. I have just been trying to figure out what the VR is capable of doing. In particular I've been trying to figure out if it was possible to play games like Walking War Robots or Modern Combat 5 with the Gear VR. Had anybody had any luck with playing any NON-VR games with their Gear VR? I understand that it would be quite unlikely to have the software render these games in true 3D, but I'm more-or-less trying to find a way to play a standard game in a split screen view so it just looks like a large screen in front of my face. I don't think it would be too hard to take the original video output of a game and double it up in split screen for it to be used like this, but I'm no programmer, and wouldn't know where to begin. I would use my phone with an MHL adapter but I've been told it isn't compatible, but that's for another forum topic. If anyone has any info on any of this I'd appreciate it if you could get back to me. If this hasn't been done yet, but is possible, some developer could potentially make a lot of money making an app that would split the video output of a standard game. Thanks in advance to anyone who has any info on doing this.
Yes i'm also interested in this post. When you can only play normal non-vr games in 2D It's enough.
Holy word-wrap Batman. Sorry, your post was very hard to read without spaces but I will read slowly and try again (not to be jerk but it was honestly hard to read).
Okay, so you CAN play non-VR games with the Gear VR but it involves a few different things.
First off, you need a decent PC and a good bandwidth connection to stream to the phone.
Second, there are softwares out there that will turn your games into 3D - the most inclusive one is TrinusVR <---very easy to use, the harder one is Tridef 3D but the results are nicer graphically.
Third, it becomes hard to control with the Gear VR, so it really depends on what the game is and what support there is.
If you have Stream Theatre via the SideloadVR App, try that out. You need Steam on your computer as well. Pair that up with head-tracking such as FacetrackNoIR or Opentrack, you should be set
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Holy word-wrap Batman. Sorry, your post was very hard to read without spaces but I will read slowly and try again (not to be jerk but it was honestly hard to read).
Okay, so you CAN play non-VR games with the Gear VR but it involves a few different things.
First off, you need a decent PC and a good bandwidth connection to stream to the phone.
Second, there are softwares out there that will turn your games into 3D - the most inclusive one is TrinusVR <---very easy to use, the harder one is Tridef 3D but the results are nicer graphically.
Third, it becomes hard to control with the Gear VR, so it really depends on what the game is and what support there is.
If you have Stream Theatre via the SideloadVR App, try that out. You need Steam on your computer as well. Pair that up with head-tracking such as FacetrackNoIR or Opentrack, you should be set
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Sorry for a dumb question but are you saying we can play our steam games on our gear vr?
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Holy word-wrap Batman. Sorry, your post was very hard to read without spaces but I will read slowly and try again (not to be jerk but it was honestly hard to read).
Okay, so you CAN play non-VR games with the Gear VR but it involves a few different things.
First off, you need a decent PC and a good bandwidth connection to stream to the phone.
Second, there are softwares out there that will turn your games into 3D - the most inclusive one is TrinusVR <---very easy to use, the harder one is Tridef 3D but the results are nicer graphically.
Third, it becomes hard to control with the Gear VR, so it really depends on what the game is and what support there is.
If you have Stream Theatre via the SideloadVR App, try that out. You need Steam on your computer as well. Pair that up with head-tracking such as FacetrackNoIR or Opentrack, you should be set
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Thanks for this answer but I think we mean play non-vr android games or apps from our phone on the gear vr. So Normal apps which are already on the phone. When it's only 2D it's enough. Sort of second screen in front of your face. For example I've PlayStation remote app on my phone so when I can start that one up with the gear vr I can play my PlayStation
Kokkie_81 said:
Thanks for this answer but I think we mean play non-vr android games or apps from our phone on the gear vr. So Normal apps which are already on the phone. When it's only 2D it's enough. Sort of second screen in front of your face. For example I've PlayStation remote app on my phone so when I can start that one up with the gear vr I can play my PlayStation
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^Ah I completely misunderstood, sorry! But here is the question, most games use touch, how would you play without the touch if the gear vr is on your face?
I know some games allow controllers but I don't think we can do anything for that yet.
And yes, we can play steam games with Gear VR! !!
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^Ah I completely misunderstood, sorry! But here is the question, most games use touch, how would you play without the touch if the gear vr is on your face?
I know some games allow controllers but I don't think we can do anything for that yet.
And yes, we can play steam games with Gear VR! !!
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No problem?
I've connected my ds4 controller with my S7 so can play some games with it but I was wondering if it was also possible by using the gear vr to open normal apps like PlayStation remote and play as second screen with the gear vr
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No problem��
I've connected my ds4 controller with my S7 so can play some games with it but I was wondering if it was also possible by using the gear vr to open normal apps like PlayStation remote and play as second screen with the gear vr
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Yes, that would be very cool if there was a way but if you think about it from a technical perspective, you are changing the game resolution on the phone to split into two screens vs. streaming content which is easier to split into Side-by-side.
I will still keep hope, though! I know there is a way to play Android games on your phone...lol that would be too complicated:
Android -> to PC->stream back to phone in 3D
darkphantom said:
Yes, that would be very cool if there was a way but if you think about it from a technical perspective, you are changing the game resolution on the phone to split into two screens vs. streaming content which is easier to split into Side-by-side.
I will still keep hope, though! I know there is a way to play Android games on your phone...lol that would be too complicated:
Android -> to PC->stream back to phone in 3D
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Not to mention the lag that would entail from multiple conversions...
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i will try this
u can try this:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.frma.sbs
dokibull said:
u can try this:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.frma.sbs
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This is for rooted devices only. But it looks like it will work. Once I work up the nerve, and figure it how, to root my brand new GS7 I'll give it another shot. Thanks for the add!
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dokibull said:
u can try this:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.frma.sbs
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Yes thanks but you have to have a rooted device
Kokkie_81 said:
Yes thanks but you have to have a rooted device
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Notice they don't mention that in their app description in the play store?
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jaredroid said:
Notice they don't mention that in their app description in the play store?
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Yes thanks but you have to have a rooted device
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Also not for an S6 apparently. Supports something like 11 devices.
This is how
I have been playing emulator games in VR since yesterday (legend of dragoon, ff9), and even watched a little vr porn.
You need to get PACKAGE DISABLER PRO. It does cost $1.95, but its more than worth it. I registered just to post this so i cant link yet
Disable gear vr service, then you can do whatever you want in VR. This requires no root. Also apps that work with cardboard can work with hear vr. So in my case epsxe emulator has cardboard support, which means gear vr Support
Thank me later like drake
Tgrove88 said:
I have been playing emulator games in VR since yesterday (legend of dragoon, ff9), and even watched a little vr porn.
You need to get PACKAGE DISABLER PRO. It does cost $1.95, but its more than worth it. I registered just to post this so i cant link yet
Disable gear vr service, then you can do whatever you want in VR. This requires no root. Also apps that work with cardboard can work with hear vr. So in my case epsxe emulator has cardboard support, which means gear vr Support
Thank me later like drake
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This is old news. Except the "do whatever you want in VR". Just isn't true.
darkphantom said:
Holy word-wrap Batman. Sorry, your post was very hard to read without spaces but I will read slowly and try again (not to be jerk but it was honestly hard to read).
Okay, so you CAN play non-VR games with the Gear VR but it involves a few different things.
First off, you need a decent PC and a good bandwidth connection to stream to the phone.
Second, there are softwares out there that will turn your games into 3D - the most inclusive one is TrinusVR <---very easy to use, the harder one is Tridef 3D but the results are nicer graphically.
Third, it becomes hard to control with the Gear VR, so it really depends on what the game is and what support there is.
If you have Stream Theatre via the SideloadVR App, try that out. You need Steam on your computer as well. Pair that up with head-tracking such as FacetrackNoIR or Opentrack, you should be set
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Seems you missed the point of my original post. I realize I can port PC games to my phone for VR use, but I want to play games that are meant for android on my gear in the original format, just split screen for the image of a large screen directly in front of me. And what we're you talking about word-wrap? There's clearly a space between all of my words. Shall I double space for you next time?
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Also not for an S6 apparently. Supports something like 11 devices.
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Oh, great! I can imagine the s7 edge won't be one either then.
jaredroid said:
Seems you missed the point of my original post. I realize I can port PC games to my phone for VR use, but I want to play games that are meant for android on my gear in the original format, just split screen for the image of a large screen directly in front of me. And what we're you talking about word-wrap? There's clearly a space between all of my words. Shall I double space for you next time?
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My apologies for misunderstanding, that native SBS app seems worthy but have not tried it with a rooted device yet. As for your word-space issue, I did not see any paragraphs so the sentences were hard to read. Good luck.
Can anyone suggest a compatible controller for use with Gear VR & S7?
A few apps ask for & insist on the Samsung game pad specifically & others some kind of controller. Samsung don't seem to make their gamepad anymore. I've had limited success with a cheap Chinese Bluetooth controller but I just wonder if there's a better solution out there?
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to expand on the original a bit: I'm left handed. Samsung assumes everyone is right handed. i'd like a controller of some sort the lets me do everything the touch pad and buttons do, but while holding it in my hand. Such a creature exist?
The most common recommendation for a controller is the Steelseries Stratus XL. It's said to work on pretty much any app and game, and is a decent controller. Make sure you get the Windows/Android version, though, as they also make the controller for the Apple platforms.
better stated question
gcogger said:
The most common recommendation for a controller is the Steelseries Stratus XL. It's said to work on pretty much any app and game, and is a decent controller. Make sure you get the Windows/Android version, though, as they also make the controller for the Apple platforms.
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so one real problem is that i'm looking for some way to completely control the device without having to look all over the place - preferably with a controller not the built-in thing on the wrong side . with arthritis, bone spurs, and decayed disks, my neck is a wreck and i'd like to keep my head as still as possible. i know - that's not 'what vr is all about'. 'VR' has nothing compelling yet - just a bunch of gee-whiz junk - i'm not a gamer. but the gear vr, is a great personal theater for movie buffs like me. and being able to attach to a mechanical engineering CAD reader (or even mathematica's offline reader) would be great.
i found the built-in movie player that can reposition (poorly) the screen for reclined viewing, but the device's controls always require contortions my old-man's neck just can't do comfortably anymore. suggestions?
I'm not sure exactly what you're after, but maybe the new gear VR is more what you need? Not sure it's available yet, though.
Ah, that explains why their other controller isn't around anymore.
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I use the Xbox One S controller
thx
daniloze said:
I use the Xbox One S controller
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thanks, but i don't think what i want exists, and may never on the general market. i just want some way to control all aspects of the virtual environment (store, movie player, etc) without having to move my head - it hurts my neck to turn my head in many of the directions required. Didn't choose to get old, but i didn't like the alternative
Maybe pick up a simple, cheap controller such as Pasonomi Wireless Bluetooth Gamepad, Remote Controller for VR Glass Virtual Reality Headset, Wireless Mouse for Android Smartphones and Tablet (Black) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01E3PTTPY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_JZVIETDuFaUc4 and have a play with it. That was the 1st controller I got when just wanted to have a dabble. It should at least allow you to move a cursor around the screen with the gear stick & one of the buttons to the right act as your click/OK button. I think some kind of controller is the only way you're going to be able to cut down the head movements (I'm not keen on a lot of that either) if the game/app supports it. I got quite into it then & upgraded to a BEBONCOOL Wireless Bluetooth Game Controller with Clip for Android Phone/Tablet/TV Box/Gear VR https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01EV6NXU2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_tz95rgE8AD6KP Good luck finding something that works for you.
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Msamp said:
thanks, but i don't think what i want exists, and may never on the general market. i just want some way to control all aspects of the virtual environment (store, movie player, etc) without having to move my head - it hurts my neck to turn my head in many of the directions required. Didn't choose to get old, but i didn't like the alternative
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Hey, it looks like the new Samsung is almost the thing you need, it seems to work like a air mouse. Look for reviews on youtube.
yeah - it's pretty good. at least, in those apps that support it, there's 'cursor' control. i'd still like to be able to rotate the display, roll, pitch and yaw. but this is a definite improvement.
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p.s. i'm not much of a gamer, and don't find 'vr' terribly compelling. but now I can rip my movies, move them to the phone (something I hate about android - no mappable drives) and watch in bed while my wife sleeps. that's all I wanted... now if someone would invest some serious time into the movie players. without exception the interfaces s***.
maybe a good ereader (esp for comics) might be nice, but not critical, and it would be really cool to get immersive 'laser' light shows keyed off the music I listen to, but for now i'll just watch Bogey outsmart the Nazis (or Captain America do the same)