Google is building its own DeX: First look at Android's Desktop Mode

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448 points logic_node | 1 comments | 13 May 25 14:30 UTC | HN request time: 0.416s | source

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NBJack ◴[13 May 25 19:37 UTC] No.43976786[source]▶

If you haven't tried it, especially if your workplace allows your phone to have access to some corporate data, DeX + a good pair of AR or just integrated display glasses feels like the future.

I run my S23 Ultra with a pair of XReal One's, and a folding Bluetooth keyboard (DeX let's you use your phone as a touchpad). It is really amazing in widescreen mode sitting in a coffee shop, reading through technical documents and answering work email. When I'm done, it can all fold up and fit in a (spacious) pair of cargo shorts.

I think Samsung has played the long game on DeX, with an eye towards their collaborative XR glasses with Google next year. As great as XReal has been, I am eager to see a "first-party" solution.

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kkapelon ◴[14 May 25 08:25 UTC] No.43982206[source]▶

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I tried this and battery goes down very quickly on the phone. Do you have a solution for this?

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1. bluGill ◴[14 May 25 16:02 UTC] No.43986125[source]▶

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Any usb-c docking station should work. (should being key, many are lacking something useful - commonly the monitor port is a usb-A video interface with windows-only drivers not a display port that would just work).

Though I suspect a laptop is still what you want. Your phone will generate too much heat to leave in your pocket. Or maybe some backpack (fanny pack?) wearable?

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