![]() ![]() This makes working on the DeX surprisingly smooth. It's convenient that many PC commands function with DeX, such as Ctrl+C and Ctrl+V for copy and paste respectively, or Alt-Tab to switch between open apps. Interestingly, ES File Explorer was one of the handful of apps recommended by Samsung as optimized for DeX, which it isn't. This isn't necessarily bad, but it is noticeable. The system settings, ES File Explorer or Riptide GR:Renegade remained in normal window mode. ![]() When we tested it however, far from all of them were suitable for full screen use. In principle, all Android apps that run on the Galaxy S8 should also work on the big screen via DeX. Unfortunately, there are a lot of cables everywhere with DeX. In general, there weren't any significant problems with using Chrome in DeX mode, although scrolling wasn't as smooth as it usually would be on a PC. While using DeX, some websites still recognized the Galaxy S8 as a smartphone, while others displayed the PC version of their website. In our editorial workflow, each process is important - from researching an article to inserting it into the AndroidPIT backend. For this DeX review, we used Chrome instead of Samsung's own browser, as it supports Google Docs better as well as other tools we use in the office, like our content management system. Like Windows, the calendar and time can be selected by clicking on the corresponding icon. New notifications appear briefly in the bottom right hand corner and can be called up again. The menu bar at the bottom of the screen contains (from left to right): the main menu, Android commands, currently opened apps, notifications, time and calendar. The desktop looks familiar, almost resembling Windows. Working with the desktop, browser and apps on the DeX The Galaxy S8 will need a few moments after being removed from the dock before it turns on again. Pressing the power button when the phone is connected in PC mode won't turn on the screen on either - instead, it actually turns the big monitor off. The smartphone display switches off and stays off while it's connected to the DeX. The Samsung DeX dock also also works as a charging station. Somewhat disappointingly, the resolution when using DeX is limited to full HD and not any more. Also, when the HDMI cable is plugged into either the DeX dock or a suitable monitor or projector, the Galaxy S8 will charge while remaining in normal smartphone mode. When you first use the device, a notice will be displayed but this should only happen once then never again. ![]() Wait until the display from the mobile screen is transmitted to the monitor. Attach the power adapter via USB Type-C, slide open the dock and insert the Galaxy S8 or S8+ into the station. Connect the HDMI cable to a monitor, TV or projector, then connect the mouse and keyboard via USB. Setting up the Samsung DeX is very simple. ![]()
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