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[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] SmilerOnline:
The developer documents have been updated.

And it seems to suggest that the next major DeX update will come with the Android 7.1.1 update for the S8.

So just keep an eye out for news updates regarding Android 7.1.1 updates for the S8!

There is also finally a guide for developer's to launch apps in full screen mode on DeX by default!

The info I mentioned is linked below!

http://developer.samsung.com/samsung-dex/modify-optional

After seeing the new fullscreen start menu, I'm not sure if I will like it or not.

If not, I may continue to support the DeX Hub alternative start menu.

But surely, anything is better than the current default start menu...

*UPDATE*

I have tested the new fullscreen launch code, and it doesn't seem to be working for me on the current DeX version (2.2.13 on Android 7.0.0).

I will update you if that code starts to work for me in the next update!
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] russ18uk:
Full screen start menu? Did they not learn from Windows 8? Lol
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] SmilerOnline:
I honestly think that they could better utilise the available space... I mean, even in the DeX Hub alternative start menu I have managed to fit nearly as many app icons as they needed the entire screen to show...

Surely they can put the icons closer together and better use the available space...

They haven't even added any additional functions to it either...

[IMG="Start menu v2"]http://zdnet1.cbsistatic.com/hub/i/r/2017/08/22/0cdcc509-c348-4ab8-a2b8-218bfafefcbb/resize/1170x878/a8813bbe1f87b82a52b6ed937a9f3f4e/samsung-note-8-s-pen-dex-live-messages-gear-vr-2.jpg[/IMG]
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] krumbs:
Have the DeX Station and thinking of getting a C-FORCE CF003 (for use at home and office). Do you think Samsung can easily disable the CF003's Dex functionality through a software update? Would be a waste of money (I will have to pay a hefty import duty, too) if Samsung decides to kick out third-party competition to the DeX Station.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] pRo_lama:
Teardown of DeX.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qcqit8YzGlQ
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] SmilerOnline:
Its a shame that Samsung doesn't do any deals to bring these Android games to DeX:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/dev?id=7748882896084752769&hl=en_GB
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] quattroginger:
Can you access local system files from dex? file transfer between phone/computer?

if you connect via usb that is.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] Ramer:
I just got my C-Force today but I wasn't paying attention to how to power it. Can someone tell me what I need to get, preferably on Amazon? (US version). Thanks!

Edit: I just discovered it's a standard USB-C connector. I'll be trying it out later today.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] Ramer:
I got the C-Force up and running. Since some of us were interested in it, I've got a question. Is this just supposed to show our S8 on a big screen but it's not a Dex desktop? At least that's all I get. It doesn't come with any instructions.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] SmilerOnline:
There is multiple C-Force adapters as it turns out, although the kickstarter page said it was S8 compatible, since I received mine, I mentioned that it doesn't launch DeX, and they responded with, it wasn't supposed to... But technically, they could have advertised other devices since it does the same on the S8 as it does on my other devices...

But anyway yeah, I already had the DeX compatible (black cf003), so I know that at least one of them is DeX compatible...
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] Ramer:
I doubt I'll be using it. I can already cast my phone to my Samsung TV anyway. Yeah, a bit misleading to say the least. At least I didn't throw any money out for a charger (which they try to imply that their charger is what you need. My USB-C cable and one off my power adapters worked just fine.

Edit: I sent them an email to either swap it for the Dex compatible or a refund. Waiting to see how they respond.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] KenHua:
There are 2 versions of CF003, one for S8 Dex and the other for Nintendo Switch. As shown in the picture attached, you must choose an option when purchase from the Taobao website. If what you have is the Switch version you would just get the mirror of the screen. Guess you should contact your supplier for an exchange or return it.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] SmilerOnline:
[MENTION=2662266]oxylos[/MENTION]: [MENTION=1520712]maxnik1[/MENTION]:

I've recently done a factory reset, and I had the same window resizing issue that you had.

I realised that, I not only had to enable DeX developer mode, but also, enable the system (Android) developer mode and enable 'Force activities to be resizable'.

Then reboot your device.

Now Meta+Up works for me again.

I assume that it will for you too!
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] Zanderblaze:
Dex screen resizing issue...

Hi guys got a dex yesterday and like it so far. When you first put your phone on the Dex a prompt comes up that you have to pick dex mode or screen mirrioring and I picked dex mode then you get a choice to drag the screen so that ask the corners are showing properly well I didn't set it up properly and now I can't see the corners on my tv such as the x to close apps etc. Anyway I can get back to that welcome to dex page again?

Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] maxnik1:
That definitely worked. Thank you so much!

Now I can run all games in full screen.

EDIT: FYI when using this method (Meta+up), the application will still be rendered in the resolution of the small window and be scaled up.

I've tested with a game that has an option to change resolution and when using Meta+up the max available resolution is 683p (just under 720p), running the game in proper fullscreen gives a max resolution of 1024p (again just under 1080p). Hopefully Samsung's approach to problem will gives us a proper full screen with proper resolution.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] SmilerOnline:
Just look in your displays settings for 'Overscan' and adjust that to make the display show everything correctly! :)

[MENTION=1520712]maxnik1[/MENTION]:

Don't forget to try 'Game Tuner' for creating custom game profiles which enable you to modify the games resolution and texture detail settings! :)
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] Zanderblaze:
I don't have a setting like that on my tv.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] nikexv2:
https://fr.aliexpress.com/item/USB-3-1-Type-C-Adapter-with-HDMI-for-Nintendo-Swith-Samsung-S8-DEX-PC-Mode/32828831706.html?spm=a2g0w.search0104.3.17.AeXP9T&ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0,searchweb201602_1_10152_10065_10151_10068_10305_10304_10307_10306_10137_10060_10302_10155_10154_10333_10334_10056_10335_10055_10336_10054_10059_10332_100031_10099_10103_10102_10052_10053_10107_10050_10142_10051_10326_10084_10083_10080_10082_10081_10177_10110_10111_10112_10113_10114_10312_10313_10184_10314_10316_10078_10079_10210_10073-10333,searchweb201603_15,ppcSwitch_5&btsid=98989fe6-d547-45b5-a265-ca84874f4f81&algo_expid=d0fd9091-b94b-41c9-8b90-520f6c8c4354-2&algo_pvid=d0fd9091-b94b-41c9-8b90-520f6c8c4354&transAbTest=ae803_1

i bought this adapter from aliexpress for about 30 euros but it has not arrived yet, has anyone already tried it ?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] SmilerOnline:
I've not tried it, but I'm certainly surprised about the price!

Did you get an option to select a DeX version? Or does it suggest that one version is compatible with both the Switch & DeX?

The C-Force ones require you to select an appropriate one for your needs, and the Switch version just mirrors the S8's phone screen and doesn't support DeX.

If that supports both DeX & Switch at that price, then I feel tempted to buy several!!! :):eek::victory:
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] nikexv2:
The only choice i had was the colour and there is nothing in the description about different models for each device but it claims that dex works with it, so i thought i'd just try and see, they have a youtube video but tou cant see if they use a different version each time :/

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=84sOHCWd6DA
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] KenHua:
Looks like it does support S8 Dex based on the video. Please update us when you got it.

BTW, my phone just got a big software update (600MB) by Samsung. The new Build Number is now ...AQH3. Android Version is still 7.0, Samsung Experence Version 8.1. There is no update to Dex software. Both S8-Dex and CF003 work without any issues. Unfortunately Samsung doesn't tell us what improvements they have made.

Update: just realized that the docking and undocking speed has improved a lot. Seems like take only half the time.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] SmilerOnline:
Yeah I've just rreceived the update in the past hour, and I noticed that the DeX startup time was faster, I was wondering if it was just me... but now you mentioned it I'm guessing that everyone will see this improvement!

I'm guessing that this DeX startup time improvement may have been what they were talking about at the Note 8 launch!

*NOTE: I think that they may have updated the backend DeX system framework, but the DeX Home app is still the same version...
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] kelvingamer:
I am performing tests with Motorola Lapdock. Touchpad and keyboard works perfectly but I get a low resolution message.

Is there any way to slow down the Dex resolution? In the Motorola Lapdock datasheet the maximum resolution is 1366 x 768

Sorry for my English
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] alhart345:
6GB

6GB Qualcomm versions of the S8+ are available where I am, does anyone have this version or thoughts about how it impacts the current or even expected future performance of Dex? It is about 120USD more expensive than 4GB Exynos...
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] SmilerOnline:
*UPDATE*

DeX Hub now has a new option called 'Auto launch' to enable you to set a custom lists of apps to run at DeX startup!

*NEWS*

400GB SD card to be released tomorrow, adding less reason to criticize DeX for storage limitations!

Combined with these upcoming devices with 256GB internal storage would provide you with 656GB in a phone!

Also this will likely result in the smaller capacity SD cards coming down in price!

Seriously, there is more reasons to consider DeX everyday!

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B0...SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=sandisk+400gb+sdxc
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] pRo_lama:
Unfortunately, today I sell my DeX. For me personally, DeX has no benefits and I do not see any reason to use it if I have a laptop. The big disadvantage of DeX is that you must have a monitor to work on it. I think that DeX and similar platforms can never replace a comfortable laptop job. I have tried DeX many times, but after about 15 minutes I had to disconnect it because work was inconvenient with it, I had to make a lot of compromises and I do not know why I should do any of them.

SmilerOnline you are doing great job to preserve this platform. Keep doing that. ;)
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] SmilerOnline:
I have been working on designing this app which I will eventually release as an open source app for developers to work from in order to enable them to create more desktop/tablet/phone friendly UI's within their apps.

But before I open source this app, I wanted to get feedback from real users about the design.

Bare in mind, that some of the items/buttons are just there as place holders to demonstrate what developers could do with that space.

Also right clicking the multi-instance button you will see that there is options to launch in fullscreen/windowed/fullscreen immersive. This feature will begin to work in DeX for Android 7.1.1. But it already works in phone mode! (though note that the context menu is disabled on other devices if they don't support multi-window mode).

Responsive Design - Download apk

Let's influence the future together!
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] L0SW0LF0S:
What do you think is the probability that the S8+ will work with the 400 GByte SD card? I mean, they announced a max of 256 GByte but at that time 400 GByte simply couldn't be tested as there were none...
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] KenHua:
I believe it would work. I have a 1TB HHD attached and it works flawlessly!
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] Mth97:
hello ,

I'm using dex for a while now with the cforce cf003 and its nice but a few things really annoy me, maybe someone knows a solution?

is there an option to keep the window sizes from the last dex session? because its quite annoying that they always get back to standard size.

also I've noticed a few problems with dex hub. the brightness and blue light filter no longer seem to do anything, same for the hdmi audio on startup, they just don't function anymore.

I guess it's from the recent updates to dex hub? because i changed nothing that could prevent these functions.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] SmilerOnline:
After reading through some of the recent Note 8 related DeX reviews, I think that it is quite clear that it is almost unanimous that people think that DeX could potentially replace the desktop, but fails to replace the laptop.

Samsung just need to release a 'LapDeX' in order to fix this limitation... There is the upcoming Miraxess Mirabook to help solve this problem, but I fear that it won't be widely recognised, so people wont be aware that their phone could also replace their laptop too...

p.s.

Does anyone think that the design I put together in that previous app would translate well for other apps i.e. music players, file explorers, social apps, etc?

I put that together hoping that other developers can take the parts that work for their apps.

And the demo's in the app are just there so developers can see why some of those features are important to enable a better desktop experience.

Also the backend has been adjusted to reduce developer efforts to support both PC's and phones, with features like the simple right click & long press performing the same function so that any developer can continue to support the phone as they would, and all typical long press events would be quickly available through a right click on the desktop, making the desktop support require no significant additional efforts.

Also I have tried to give developers more incentive to use this structure as most of it is designed to also improve the tablet experiences too, so they don't feel that this only targets a small niche.

I am only asking for feedback as I think that it doesn't make sense for me to encourage other developers to use this structure if there are some significant limitations that you DeX/phone users would hate in your daily apps.

Or if you do like some elements but other areas could see improvements, then let me know! :)

*EDIT* [MENTION=8481103]Mth97[/MENTION]:

Could you try restarting your device and let me know if that fixes yor problem?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] Mth97:
The UI of the apps you made is definitley great for dex! I only used your webcode a few times and with dex it really makes a good replacement.

You make excellent work im sure dex users will be happy if you continue.

And I think that all of that Dex Stuff is just not that popular because of its price. 150 bucks for the station is nearly scam and the mirabook also is not really cheap at 250 either.

And the average user probably does not do so much research to find the better cforce adapters.

i dont think people want to spend so much money on that especially if they already have a notebook or pc.

and sadly i dont see that samsung or google in general really see android as a replacement, which is sad because with more effort it could really grow to a superb alternative.

just look at apps like hancom office that is pretty much a perfect replacement for word, excel etc.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] SmilerOnline:
Thanks, the lack of effort from Google and Samsung is the reason I am working on that new design template 'Responsive Design'.

Google also seem terrible at providing developers with the tools to create a good tablet experience, let alone a good desktop experience.

So since I am going to the Samsung developer conference later this year, I want to provide a template that all developers can take, tear apart and attach their code to in a simple yet effective way which enables them to create one UI and it will automatically adapt to the phone/tablet/desktop experience, and hopefully, they will use the tools that I have provided so that any long press event will automatically be recreated with a right click!

*Also note*

I have added some code in there to demonstrate how developers can better support the mouse capture in Android Oreo for remote desktop apps or first person shooter games!

*NEWS UPDATE*

Google have managed to get Android apps to better support multi-monitor setups on Chromebooks.

So could this mean that Samsung could recreate this functionality on DeX eventually?

Source: (Android Police) http://www.androidpolice.com/2017/0...app-feature-gap-better-multi-monitor-support/
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] Mth97:
Thats great! i hope the pople the're appreciate you're work.

But yeah tablet support is also a mess for google. that just means upscaling an app for them :laugh:

and, well the problem with dex hub restarting solved it. although i dont know why since i have already done that today 3 times. but thank you sometimes the solution is just to simple!

And any ideas on how do keep the windwo sizes from the last session? for example whatsapp with the normal dex window size is just terrible to look at i would love if it could stay as is resized it.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] SmilerOnline:
Thanks for letting me know about your DeX Hub issues. Unfortunately the limited tools that Samsung/Google has provided me with make it challenging to make DeX Hub 100% bug free... But I will continue to try nd make our DeX experiences more enjoyable/usable where ever I can!

*EDIT*

With regards to the window size issues, I think that is a framework limitation from Samsung, hopefully they will fix that with the new DeX version in Android 7.1.1 coming this month (I suspect).
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] Mth97:
Would be nice if we finally get the new android, thats what i miss a lot from my cynaogen mod s4. fast updates!

but for the dex part and its new features arent they only exclusive for the note 8? does not look like normal s8 users will get it. as you posted in a few pages earlier.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] SmilerOnline:
I guess that all we can do for now is wait and see...

I suspect that we will get all of the Note 8 DeX features shown at the Note 8 event backported to the S8, but maybe a few days after the release of the Note 8...
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] Mth97:
Yeah hopefully, would be a shame if samsung wont do that.

Btw anyone uses a Archive Software with Dex?

I use ZArchiver at the moment seems to be the best but still far from good in Dex.

Is there something more capable with a better ui?

[MENTION=4060819]SmilerOnline[/MENTION] the Problem with Dex Hubs HDMI Audio and Brightness/Bluelightfiler not working still presits. Restarting doesn't fix it any longer. really strange.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] SmilerOnline:
Admittedly I'm a bit stumped, as each of them use different back end services. Which makes me suspect that you may have a system setting enabled which is disabling the services automatically...

The startup profile service is launched by the system itself.

And the brightness setting requires the accessibility service to be enabled and the 'apps that can appear on top' permission to be enabled.

When you start DeX do you hear the DeX Hub notification sound?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] SmilerOnline:
*NEWS UPDATE*

I've just seen a Note 8 advert on TV in the UK promoting it's DeX feature!

So finally, more people (including developer's) will become aware of the technology, and that could help to increase adoption rates of Android desktop! ?

I can imagine that now things can only get better with more using DeX, Samsung may invest more resources into DeX development and more users could provide Samsung with feedback or pitch new ideas to improve DeX!
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] Mth97:
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Yes I hear the sound but through the phones speakers. Also the settings you mentioned are enabled for Dex hub.

I just find it really strange because I have no clue what could have caused it.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] SmilerOnline:
Do you have any device management, system cleanup or anti-virus apps installed?

Also have you gone into development settings and enabled the 'Limit background processes'?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] sennapod:
Hi all. I have a DEX coming with a Note 8. Does anyone know if it can be made to work with a USB monitor? I already have one of these - https://www.scan.co.uk/products/156...zQVaBBIEN9VaGIsT-mTLGAtmumCiGFxBoCAYcQAvD_BwE.

It would be a bonus if it worked somehow. I know you can get HDMI to USB adapters. Cheers.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] Mth97:
No nothing changed in dev settings. And as far as anti virus and cleaning goes I just have the stock device manager from Samsung.

I use adhell if that counts but that never made a problem.

Like you said maybe it's just a little bug you of which you can't do anything. But I really appreciate you're help!

And I can live fith a few issues I just wanted to let you know because I'm pretty sure it just occurred after the last 1 or 2 updates of Dex hub.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] SmilerOnline:
So, is everything else (i.e. the keyboard shortcuts, and bluetooth/wifi state switch) working fine?
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] Mth97:
Yes everything Else is fine.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] SmilerOnline:
Oh OK.

Thanks for letting me know!

So that gives me a better idea of how it affects you, I will have to check out recent code changes to see if I can work out why you cant use the brightness or HDMI audio on startup...

All of that works fine for me, so I am surprised that it is having problems on your device to be honest...

I will be moving home soon, so I can't promise that I'll have the time to find out where it may be affecting you.

Just out of curiosity, which device model do you have, also is it the Qualcomm snapdragon or the Samsung Exynos model?

*Edit*

Quick thought, could you try turning off the 'HDMI audio on startup' switch and then turn it on again?

I'm just wondering if it hasn't applied the setting correctly...
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] Mth97:
I got the SM-G950F so the European Model with Exynos.

It's also really confusing for me why it doesn't work anymore because your Software was always excellent.

But thanks you for looking into it!

I can try later to reapply the audio when I come home and let you know the result.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] kelvingamer:
Smiler,

Please, could you tell me if it is possible to run Dex at resolutions below FullHD through some Custom ROM or by doing Root on my device?

That's just missing so I can turn my S8 into a real laptop.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] SmilerOnline:
I'm not the right person to speak to about custom ROMs and rooting...

If I get enough donations to buy a second device, then I may consider putting in the time to research and develop for rooted users.

But as the S8 I own now is my daily driver, I don't want to risk rooting it...
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] pdane:
Is there a way to run / see Dex on my Surface Pro 4? I've considered a video capture card to add HDMI input, but I don't know if that will work.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] pRo_lama:
After selling my DeX, the buyer told me that DeX does not work with his S8. Has anyone already tried DeX with different S8, or do you think there is any safety restriction?

Of course, I tested DeX before sale and DeX with my S8 was working normally.

EDIT: The problem has been resolved. The user used a S7 charger that does not work with DeX.
[Samsung Galaxy S8+ Accessories] alan9820:
Just strange that, my S8+ work fine even I plugged my C5 pro charger or without a Charger...