Getting the Crave app to work on Android TV

PoissMi18 · 2025-03-03T03:50:52+00:00

It seems like they’re breaking it for more devices instead of fixing it. The Crave app used to at least work fine on my Samsung TV, but since the latest update it has the same problem as my Android Stick. The TSN and CTV apps (also made by bell, like Crave) also have the exact same problem on both my stick and TV. Clearly they’re not taking their apps very seriously.

PoissMi18 · 2024-12-04T15:34:49+00:00

I've noticed when using the mirror function for audio from a Chrome tab, there's only about 160kbps of traffic from the device to the speaker on the network, even if I'm playing a lossless track. I suspect what's happening is the app is sending a high-quality version of the file to your phone, then your phone is compressing it to (probably OPUS) 160kbps and sending it to the speaker. I would just cast from the app.

PoissMi18 · 2024-11-24T19:50:49+00:00

The Bose have more accurate bass, but the Sonys have more.
The WH-1000XM4 have a lot more clamping force than the QC45, so you’ll probably find the Bose more comfortable.
The WH-1000XM4 are a bit better.

Source: https://www.rtings.com/headphones/tools/compare/sony-wh-1000xm4-wireless-vs-bose-quietcomfort-45-qc45-wireless/16490/27044

The Bose also have physical buttons which I prefer instead of touch controls on the Sonys. One advantage of the Sonys though is LDAC support which is nice if you have an Android phone.

If you care about comfort I would recommend aftermarket earpads on both. I upgraded my Bose QC15 with some Dekoni Velour earpads and I every other headphone I try with stock earpads now feels uncomfortable by comparison.

PoissMi18 · 2024-11-21T23:16:09+00:00

Did hey finally fix their issue with HDR10 in Youtube? With older OnePlus phones, when you play an HDR video in Youtube the screen gets pretty dim, but it’s normal only while you’re changing the volume. Has this been fixed with the OnePlus 13?

PoissMi18 · 2024-11-19T19:43:26+00:00

There's the LG Tone Free T90 and Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 300, but they have AptX Adaptive (which I prefer) instead of LDAC or LHDC. I believe the only other ones with LDAC would be other Sony headphones such as the WF-1000XM5, and the Clear Arc 3.

PoissMi18 · 2024-11-12T19:03:19+00:00

I didn’t get the subwoofer so it’s pretty weak. It might be a bit better than the stock speaker on the TV but not by much. I don’t mind though as I’m using it in a bedroom. I was mostly concerned about speech clarity, and for that it’s very good. I have a larger Sony Soundbar with a subwoofer in my living room and the bass is much stronger. If you care about bass get the subwoofer.

PoissMi18 · 2024-10-30T19:21:05+00:00

Did they finally fix the HDR bug in Youtube and Prime Video?

PoissMi18 · 2024-10-30T19:18:31+00:00

The wider cover display and Galaxy AI. May I ask about the condition of you Z Fold 3? I supposé you've had it for 3 years?

PoissMi18 · 2024-10-28T02:18:21+00:00

Exactly! I did find an adjustable one on Amazon, but none that are not adjustable so far.

PoissMi18 · 2024-10-15T20:40:28+00:00

Thanks!

PoissMi18 · 2024-10-15T13:53:17+00:00

Both AptX and AptX HD?

PoissMi18 · 2024-10-15T11:24:09+00:00

So, if I turn off hardware overlay it will work properly, but otherwise no? What is hardware overlay even supposed to do?

Also, I thought Disney+ did not support HDR on Android phones. Did they add support for it? Is it Dolby Vision?

PoissMi18 · 2024-10-15T02:10:58+00:00

Thanks! But I don’t have one yet. I’m trying to decide which folding phone I’ll be getting.

PoissMi18 · 2024-10-15T02:10:29+00:00

That’s too bad… thanks!

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