OTG Query

[pjiffy]

a question came into my head today, so I thought I'd ask. I got the OTG cable the other day, along with the Media Importer app, and am very happy with it, for taking extra music and movies when I'm on the road. My question is, why a cable? Couldn't they just make an adapter plug type thing, mini USB plug on one end and regular USB socket on the other, total length maybe 1.5 to 2 inches, as opposed to the cable which is around 3.5 to 4 inches. Dumb question? I figure if I don't ask I won't learn.

 

[systemofadown1]

They do.. check ebay & amazon.. by the time I find a link someone will have one up for you something like this? New Micro B USB Host OTG Adapter for Samsung Galaxy S3 S3 GT I9300 | eBay I never liked the idea because it seems more prone to cause damage if you hit it against something while plugged in...

 

[strongergravity]

Like this? Amazon.com: SANOXY Micro USB Male to USB A Female Adapter: Computers & Accessories

 

[bigtroutz]

or this LOL USB 2 0 A Female to Micro 5 Pin Male Extension Left Angled 90 Degree Adapter New | eBay

 

[MJKearney]

or this LOL USB 2 0 A Female to Micro 5 Pin Male Extension Left Angled 90 Degree Adapter New | eBay

Interesting, and definitely LOL! Personally, I prefer an actual short OTG cable as opposed to an adapter. I provides flexibility and shock absorbing ability when the USB drive gets jolted, better protecting the connector on the N7.

 

[bigtroutz]

Yeh, it's a problem regardless since we are forced to overuse the single microUSB for every thing, charging, data transfer to PC, flash memory, hard drives, keyboard, hub, whatever.

As it is, my number one concern is to not have to lug a lot of extra bulk and weight. The adapters hang out there but I only use them when I have the N7 in tilted up landscape like for movie mode,

Would be nice to finally see something REALLY tiny - some people are working on it.... as well as the docking station using the pogo pins for charging and perhaps more.

 

[pjiffy]

Thanks for the response guys. I have a cable and I think I'll just stick with it. As MJKearney says, it gives a little bit flexibility and shock absorbtion.