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Miracast dongle vs Google ChromeCast

Hi,
I bought Nexus 5 few days back, now I'm confused, should I buy a Miracast Dongle or Google Chrmoecast? I'm not an Apple fan and not sure if I want Apple TV, so here I am and need expert opinion.

My basic requirement is to clone the display without wire but it would be great to have more options.

Thanks

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lherrou

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Thanks LHerrou,
Do I get any other advantage if I choose Apple TV / Roku?

lherrou

Neither Apple TV or Roku currently allow mirroring, so if you want to clone your display, you'll need to go to Miracast. Having said that, here's a pretty good article that discusses the advantages and shortfalls, at least as of fall of 2013:

http://howto.cnet.com/8301-11310_39-57604270-285/miracast-everything-to-know-about-mirroring-android/

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I was checking Amkette vs Roku and found Minix Neo X7

It can also display content directly from a Tab or Mobile like Nexus 5 or from a laptop / PC.

It looks promising and I'm thinking to buy it, I'll appreciate your view.

lherrou

I don't know anything about the Minix. It shows as out of stock on that site, however.

This Asus Miracast Dongle isn't shipping yet, as far as I know, but looks very promising:
http://www.asus.com/Tablet_Mobile_Accessories/ASUS_Miracast_Dongle/

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Thanks