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Most phones sold in the last 2 years have screen mirroring capabilities via MHL or Slimport.

The MHL or Slimport standard allows smartphone and tablet manufacturers to build in mirroring technology in the devices' micro USB port.
In order to utilise this feature, you need a special cable called (strangely enough) a MHL Cable or Slimport Cable.

Each of these cables work with different devices depending on which standard the manufacturer is backing.

LG for example utilises the Slimport standard in their LG G3 and LG G2. While Samsung, Sony and HTC utilise MHL. Be sure when ordering the MHL cables to check whether the cable is a 5 pin cable or an 11 pin cable - as different phones use different Pins.

Mirroring is perfect for showing pictures, and movies to family and friends on the big screen, or taking the cable on holidays and watching a movie on the big screen to keep the kids entertained in the downtime.

5 Pin or 11 Pin MHL Cable? Which MHL right for me?

Our Gadgets 4 Geeks MHL cables come with 11 pin AND a 5 pin adapter, which takes all the guess work out of choosing the right cable.

Installing the MHL or Slimport cable is easier than you think.

Plug the HDMI plug into your TV, the USB plug goes into your TV or a wall plug charger if your TV doesn't have a USB port - and the Micro USB plug goes into your phone.
Connect them all up, turn your TV on, change the input to HDMI and you're reaady to mirror!
Our cables come with insstructions, or you can call during business hours and we'll walk you through it.

Mirroring at 1080p resolution these cables are perfect for watching videos on the big screen, mirroring the news or books so you can read on the big screen, or play big screen games.

In stock in Gladesville NSW Australia, you're more than welcome to pop in for a quick demo, or purchase easily online, with fast 24 hour dispatch.

Click here to get yours now.

Have you used MHL or slimport in the past? Tell us your experience in the comments below.

Ever get the hankering to watch the footy on your TV only to realise your TV doesn't get the right channel?  What about watching a Show or movie you've rented through Google Play, but don't have a Google TV? Or play a game on your tablet or phone that all your friends can watch on TV and enjoy? Now you can with the All in One MHL HDMI cable for your Android phone or tablet.

Compatible with most Android phones and tablets, MHL has quickly become the way phone makers such as Sony, Samsung and HTC are getting you to plug into your TV. Streaming at a whopping 1080p, our MHL cables will let you mirror whatever is on your phone's screen to the TV, perfect for the Sunday game, sharing a movie or TV Show with the kids, whatching YouTube on the big screen or in a meeting or presentation!

Got a Nexus or LG device? Just click here for Slimport Adapters and we've got you covered as well.

The MHL or Slimport cables also super easy to use. Remove the cable from the box, plug the HDMI cable into the TV, the Micro USB cable into your phone, and the big USB into a power source (most TVs have this next to the HDMI port). now select the source HDMI on your TV using your TV remote and you're done! You phone or tablet screen will now show on your TV :)

Once you've done that, pull out your trusty gamepad, load up the old classics, and get cracking playing Mario, Tetris, Metal Slug, Street Fighter, TNMT and the Simpsons and more on your big screen at home.

Unless you've been hiding under a rock since the middle of March, chances are you're aware the Galaxy S5 has been released and is coming to Australia on launch day.

The Australian release date has been pegged for the 11 April.

All four major Australian telcos (Telstra, Virgin, Optus and Vodafone) have released pricing and have are accepting pre-orders.

Ausdroid.net have a great article comparing all the telcos and their pricing (link below) - be sure to have a read if you're interested in buying on launch day so you know exactly who you want to go with and what plan you want to sign up for.

We know you want your new phone to be protected right from the beginning, so we've worked really hard with our suppliers to make sure you have a lot of options for buying your covers, screen protectors (standard, glass and form fitting), docks and chargers before you buy your phone - that way on launch day, you have all the protection and accessories for your shiny new device.

Are you going to be buying the Galaxy S5 on day one? Let us know in the comments below.

Check out all the Galaxy S5 Accessories.

Check out Ausdroid.net Galaxy S5 phone plan comparisons.

HTC earlier today announced the release of their new flagship phone, the HTC One M8, with a Snapdragon 801 quad core processor, 2GB ram and 1080p IPS display. Gadgets 4 Geeks is celebrating this launch by offering a great range of HTC One M8 accessories. Everything from stylish colour cases and screen protectors to MHL HDMI cables.

What do you think about this new phone? Have HTC done enough to distinguish them from the likes of Samsung or Apple? Most importantly, will you be getting one? 

Jump over to our HTC One M8 section for a closer look. Be quick! They won't last long.