Elecom Mobile TV Tuner for Android devices

The Elecom Mobile TV Tuner is a rather clever idea – it’s a small box with an aerial attached that, when used in concert with an app, allows you to watch live TV on your mobile phone without using up your precious data allowance. For tablets or smartphones with large screens, it’s an ideal way to watch TV on the go that does not require your device to be connected to the internet via mobile data or wireless.The device uses the free Android DVB-T app in order to work, which is easily available on the Google Play marketplace. You can scan for channels, watch live television and radio, record interesting programs and even access the Electronic Program Guide (EPG). Closed captioning and switchable sound multiplex broadcasting are also supported should you need them.

The Elecom TV Tuner doesn’t require any additional power, as it draws all it needs through USB or micro USB. The ultraportable tuner weighs just 50g, making it easily pocketable. It’s also possible to stick the light to the rear of your tablet or phone with the provided multi-use adhesive sheet.

The TV Tuner will work with any Android device (smartphone or tablet) that is capable of supporting USB Host Mode (also known as OTG) including most Android 3.1 and 4.0 tablets, as well as phones like the Galaxy Nexus and Galaxy S III. The TV tuner will work in most European countries (20+) as well as China and Taiwan.

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For more information on the Elecom Mobile TV Tuner, check out the product page below.