nitink 279 Report post Posted December 19, 2014 (edited) I have been using Google Chromecast for over 4-5 months and I can say that its the best piece of streaming device available in the market. Pros: 1. Simple setup, just plug and play. 2. Stream from multiple device and with the new update, it can stream from devices which are not connected to your wifi. 3. Regular updates from Google 4. Tons of Chromecast app available in the Google Play market. You can stream video/audio,play some simple games, draw on the TV and many more. https://www.google.com/chrome/devices/chromecast/apps.html 5. Can stream from local media stored on Phone/PC/NAS/etc 6. Deeply integrated with Google and Android. Cons 1. Requires internet connection to start on. You can continue to stream from local media even when there is no internet connection. 2. Few formats are not yet supported but then you can plenty of apps which can circumvent this restrictions like plex. Hope it helps thanks for your comprehensive reply last question, does chromecast require powering on with cable or does it takes power from the hdmi port of the tv ? Edited December 22, 2014 by nitink Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
phonegeek 588 Report post Posted December 19, 2014 (edited) I haven't done extensive testing regarding on which all instances it requires Internet. But I am sure it requires whenever you start it. Further, it draws power from the hdmi itself. Sent from HTC M8 using Tapatalk. Edited December 19, 2014 by phonegeek 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KanagaDeepan 1,084 Report post Posted December 19, 2014 ^^^^^ No... Afaik, chromecast (or any other media streaming device like TeeWee) needs to get power via its microUSB port... Chromecast can draw power even using the USB port of TV, but for most others it will not be enough.... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
phonegeek 588 Report post Posted December 19, 2014 Right, I meant it draws power from the usb port of thr the tv and not from hdmi port. The essence is that it doesn't require any external power. Sent from HTC M8 using Tapatalk. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACS 130 Report post Posted December 19, 2014 Dear Phonegeek, please clarify If I have chromecast and my smartphone only, can I share pic/vedio with my LED tv screen. I do not have any other wifi or internet connection at home. thanks Nah, looks like the only mode of communication between the CC & your mobile devices is WiFi. No Bluetooth, No IR etc Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
phonegeek 588 Report post Posted December 20, 2014 Yes, it works only on wifi. Sent from HTC M8 using Tapatalk. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
inception 75 Report post Posted December 25, 2014 I am using a basic phone for mts for long time and now looking for a cdma smartphone. But as jio 4G is coming soon, I don't want to spend much on cdma smartphone. A LTE2300+EVDO+HSPA+ supported smartphone would be the best choice, but I think such phones will be at 20k+ range. Hence a single sim, 512mb ram cdma phone would be good enough. What do you suggest? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SUDYEcaZ 67 Report post Posted December 25, 2014 I am using a basic phone for mts for long time and now looking for a cdma smartphone. But as jio 4G is coming soon, I don't want to spend much on cdma smartphone. A LTE2300+EVDO+HSPA+ supported smartphone would be the best choice, but I think such phones will be at 20k+ range. Hence a single sim, 512mb ram cdma phone would be good enough. What do you suggest? Wait a month if you can, meanwhile you can check http://www.amazon.in/ZTE-P897A21-Grand-SII-Silver/dp/B00PLHU6AQ/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top But it does not have LTE 4g is just a technology. for most practical purpose you don't need more than 1MPBS on your mobile phone Jio coverage will be a concern for atleast next one year. If Jio plans to use RCOM network in blackspots I expect them to use RCOM CDMA, (GSM they are not a pan india 3g) and they might bring such handsets/device which suports LTE2300/1800 and CDMA 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theking 35 Report post Posted December 26, 2014 I am using a basic phone for mts for long time and now looking for a cdma smartphone. But as jio 4G is coming soon, I don't want to spend much on cdma smartphone. A LTE2300+EVDO+HSPA+ supported smartphone would be the best choice, but I think such phones will be at 20k+ range. Hence a single sim, 512mb ram cdma phone would be good enough. What do you suggest? Check this: http://www.ebay.in/itm/Htc-One-X-32-GB-White-/251767658876?pt=IN_Mobile_Phones&hash=item3a9e85997c I think this will be with Snapdragon since it has 1.5 GHz processor (the Indian one was with 1.7 GHz). However, the US one with Snapdragon is faster than the Indian one in all tests and it has 4G LTE. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
digitalnirvana 646 Report post Posted December 27, 2014 @inception bhai get a redmi note 4g and till that time make do with a mts mblaze Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nitinmukesh123 11 Report post Posted January 16, 2015 (edited) I recently purchased http://www.ebay.in/itm/DELL-Inspiron-5547-ULTRABOOK-Core-i7-4th-Gen-8GB-Ram-1TB-HDD-15-6-HD-Display-/231405013701?ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:IN:1123 I want to play some new games and want to buy Joystick for the same. There are may options but not sure which one is compatible with most of the games. (OS Win 7/8.1) e.g. http://www.flipkart.com/gaming-accesories/controllers/joysticks-and-gaming-wheels/pr?sid=4rr%2Ckm5%2Cdom%2C7n5 Please advice and any good deal for the same. Edited January 16, 2015 by nitinmukesh123 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
abhi.r 95 Report post Posted January 17, 2015 Well it's not hardware actually. But I need a website (www.somedomainname.com) and google apps for business account for myself. What is cheap best and reliable way? please advise. I am pretty layman to this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arun 795 Report post Posted January 19, 2015 You may want to check/follow-up in this topic: http://www.rimweb.in/forums/topic/33973-creating-a-single-page-paid-website-please-guide/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
praveenwarrier 49 Report post Posted January 24, 2015 Friends... Has anyone bought HTC RE digital camera ? Will appreciate your opinion on it..thanks.. Sent from my iPad Air Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
admirer2000 100 Report post Posted February 21, 2015 MTS Mblaze Ultra WiFi offer Postpaid Rs.550/- for 5GB UL Day & 5GB UL Night) assured upto 9MBPS (Chennai) is tempting. Is it worth to invest for a new modem @ Rs.1,199/- and go for this plan? (I already have MTS GSM unlocked dongle). Pls. give your opinion ASAP. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
inception 75 Report post Posted April 14, 2015 Hi guys I am looking for a earphone with mic to be used with smartphone, tablet and laptop. What I am looking for NOT in-ear earphone with Mic. Budget approx 1500 (+/-300). Please suggest one. Sennheiser is my personal choice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dave123 7 Report post Posted April 14, 2015 Unable to clearly understand. Means u want a headphone with mic? Like the ones used by customer support ppl? Or u mean a Earphone which does not protrude deep inside the ear and has mic too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
phonegeek 588 Report post Posted April 14, 2015 Hi guys I am looking for a earphone with mic to be used with smartphone, tablet and laptop. What I am looking for NOT in-ear earphone with Mic. Budget approx 1500 (+/-300). Please suggest one. Sennheiser is my personal choice. In this category, the choices are very limited. What all I can find is this http://www.flipkart.com/sennheiser-mx-170-earphones/p/itmdaw7ppfr2mf8y?pid=ACCDAW7PHJMRF6U2&icmpid=reco_pp_same_mobileaccessory_headphone_4&ppid=ACCCZ552CJZF83SU but it doesnt have mic. Have you tried apple earpods? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
inception 75 Report post Posted April 14, 2015 Unable to clearly understand. Means u want a headphone with mic? Like the ones used by customer support ppl? Or u mean a Earphone which does not protrude deep inside the ear and has mic too. I meant earphone, not headphone. with mic 3.5 mm as it's universal for all new devices. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
inception 75 Report post Posted April 14, 2015 @dave123 No not that headphones! @phonegeek I am using it right now. Awesome quality!! I am looking for +mic now! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nishsuxx 193 Report post Posted April 15, 2015 inception bhaiya ... why send convoluted requests ? First be clear about over-ear / on-ear / in-ear broader category. Anyway from what I ( & others) understand from request is that you need may be on-ear headphone with mic, preferably Senn. Quick search on amazon brings decent compilation: http://www.amazon.in/PC-Headsets/b/ref=dp_bc_3?ie=UTF8&node=1375460031 From there you see that Senn has PC 'X' series headphones... Second quick search on google comes with PC 3 being sold on Paytm (In your range) https://paytm.com/shop/p/sennheiser-pc-3-chat-wired-headset-CMPLXSENNHEISER_PC3CHAT_NULL_NULL?gclid=CKzqv73g98QCFRcWjgod3L0AOQ phonegeek (my brother from another mother) aap toh rehne hi do (please), when he is asking for something with mic then why suggest something which doesnt have that ? Aaj kal waise hi #savetheinternet bahut hot chal raha hai market main ... you just wasted 50 - 100 kb bandwith... #badUncle. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sanju_barc 51 Report post Posted April 15, 2015 Please suggest a branded desktop LED monitor of size 19 - 22 inch. Looking for HD/Full HD with response time max upto 5 mSec.Veiwing angle should be vide. Max budget is 7K Pls sugest some good deal. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nishsuxx 193 Report post Posted April 15, 2015 sanju_baba check prices here (Benq is missing), I haven't purchased any comp hardware in recent times. But the prices on this site a similar to Lamington Road. Check online reviews and buy. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
praveenwarrier 49 Report post Posted April 15, 2015 I plan to upgrade my Reliance digital TV (DTH) to HD but same is not available with the dealers in Navi Mumbai/Mumbai. Cc guys replied that it is out of stock and would inform via media channels as and when stocks are up!!! Any suggestions to get HD box or shall I move to Tata Sky or Airtel ? Thanks.. Sent from my iPad Air Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sanju_barc 51 Report post Posted April 15, 2015 Thank you nishu dear. हमने तो संजीवनी बूटी मागी थी, अापने तो पूरा हिमाचल ही भेज दिया. धन्यवाद. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
