preface
First, briefly introduce what is the Samsung DeX function. Samsung DeX is a service that provides users with a desktop environment by connecting a smartphone to an external monitor (TV or monitor). This service allows users to use your smartphone like a computer, and you can easily use smartphone functions on the large screen. By connecting the keyboard and mouse, users can enjoy operating tasks previously performed on the touch screen of smart phones on the large screen.
There are two points to note here. The first point is that the C to C full function data cable should be used to connect the display supporting Android phone screen image. The second point is that the DeX function only supports Samsung Galaxy S9 and all later models and all later tablet models after Galaxy Tab S4.
Support DeX function product introduction
SAMSUNG Samsung DeX Station
As the first generation of Samsung products supporting DeX functions, the richness of functions has exceeded users' imagination. The appearance adopts a pure black shell, a round base with a round bracket, which connects the round design to the whole machine. The two modules are detachable, which is convenient for users to carry. The back of the bracket is equipped with a heat dissipation hole to reduce the temperature of the fuselage during use. Diversified interfaces are the main selling points of this epoch-making product. The base has a USB-C interface to connect the mobile phone, and the back of the base is equipped with two USB-A 2.0 interfaces, a LAN Ethernet interface, an HDMI output and a USB-C PD charging port.
Related reading:
1、 Samsung Galaxy S8 Docking Station DeX Station exposes mobile phone to computer in one second
SAMSUNG Samsung DeX Pad
After a year of development, DeX Station II can use the Samsung mobile phone screen as a touch pad, and the resolution has also been upgraded from 1080P to 2K, optimizing the video expansion experience. The appearance has become more compact, and the body is flat, long and portable. There is a subtle change in the interface. The network interface is canceled, leaving two USB-A interfaces, one HDMI interface and one USB-C interface. Another upgrade is also a blessing for audio enthusiasts. When using the new DeX Station, the 3.5mm audio interface on the phone can also be used at the same time, so users can experience a variety of listening experiences.
Related reading:
1、 Samsung's trademark application confirms the existence of the Dex Pad dock, which will be launched with the Galaxy S9
2、 The appearance of DeX Pad of Samsung's new generation docking station is exposed: make S9 become a PC and can also be used as a touch pad
DeX function experience
First, you need to ensure that Samsung S23+ + mobile phone There are connection links between the TV/display, such as HDMI cable, Type-C to HDMI connector or docking station.
After entering the Samsung DeX mode option, you can see the following two connection methods.
In addition, when connecting wirelessly, you need to know whether the TV/monitor supports the wireless connection function/ mobile phone Screen sharing function.
When connecting a monitor/TV with Type-C port, the Type-C port needs to support video expansion function, that is, it can be compatible with the video signal transmission capability, so that the Samsung DeX function can be realized through C to C wire.
After successful connection, the display screen is similar to the Windows system interface, mobile phone Different software can be run separately with the display, that is, WeChat, dithering and other software can be opened on the mobile phone, and video websites such as station A and station B can be opened on the display, without mutual interference.
In addition, after turning on the Bluetooth of the mobile phone, you can connect the wireless keyboard and other peripherals in real time to achieve more host like operations.
At the same time, you can also click the lower left corner of the phone screen to operate the phone as a "touchpad".
After clicking OK, the phone will display the rectangular wireframe touch operation area, and the operation icon will be displayed at the upper right corner.
The touch operation on the mobile phone is similar to the operation logic of the touch pad on the notebook computer, without learning costs.
Finally, if the monitor/TV is equipped with a USB transmission port and supports the data reading function of an external hard disk, it can naturally operate data interactively as a desktop host.
Charging network summary
The release of Samsung DeX functions has enriched the use of mobile phones, giving small screens a chance to experience the happiness of large screens. The operation of DeX connection is also very simple and easy to use. The lower learning cost is also the advantage of DeX function. At present, Samsung's own docking station supporting DeX function has stopped selling in the official flagship store, but it can be bought from third-party sellers, so you need to carefully judge the authenticity of the product when purchasing. The above function experience charging head network uses a full function USB-C data cable for interconnection. You can also refer to this method to realize DeX function, so that your S23 series mobile phones can also become a video and office artifact.
Features of Samsung DeX:
1、 Can mobile phones also become "computer hosts"? How to expand the screen of Samsung S23+mobile phones
2、 Samsung Galaxy S8 Docking Station DeX Station exposes mobile phone to computer in one second
3、 Samsung lets DeX docking station directly connect to PC: no longer vigorously promote the desktop mode of Android smart machine
Related reading:
1、 Good helper for improving office productivity, 5 types of lightning and 4 data lines
2、 Ultra thin but super charged. Come and see what ultra-thin GaN chargers are on the market
3、 Will the following five USB4 docking stations be your first choice for desktop interface expansion
4、 If you want to know which PD3.1 fast charging lines are available on the market, please read this article
5、 Four commercially available USB PD3.1 protocol mobile power points