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Offline flutes

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Any recommendations for an ODB dongle that works well with Android?
« on: September 30, 2014, 12:36:27 pm »
Hi everyone,

I'm looking to get an ODB2 adapter to link up to the Torque app, running Android. Does anyone have any recommendations? Preferably something available on eBay so I can get it to Sydney result...

Thanks
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    Offline PORTHOS

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    Re: Any recommendations for an ODB dongle that works well with Android?
    « Reply #1 on: September 30, 2014, 12:49:40 pm »
    There is a list here of Android compatible devices (android logo)

    http://www.palmerperformance.com/hardware/index.php

    I have the OBD LINK WiFi, but it's north of £150
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    Re: Any recommendations for an ODB dongle that works well with Android?
    « Reply #2 on: September 30, 2014, 12:57:15 pm »
    Excellent, thanks Porthos.
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    Re: Any recommendations for an ODB dongle that works well with Android?
    « Reply #3 on: September 30, 2014, 01:23:40 pm »
    Ok, so I'm completely new to this - what are the factors in the large price variances of these adapters? Eg the high end seems to be 150+ while the low end like an ELM327 are on eBay for $15. Is it features, quality, accuracy? As someone who wants to get a few readings for a track day would I be able to tell the difference? Very confused..
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    Re: Any recommendations for an ODB dongle that works well with Android?
    « Reply #4 on: September 30, 2014, 03:30:30 pm »
    Data rates, connectivity etc are the main differences. Then support after that.

    A lot of people are happy with the kiwi ones.
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    Re: Any recommendations for an ODB dongle that works well with Android?
    « Reply #5 on: September 30, 2014, 08:48:51 pm »
    I bought my elm327 off ebay for 8 quid Bluetooth etc and is faultless.
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    Re: Any recommendations for an ODB dongle that works well with Android?
    « Reply #6 on: September 30, 2014, 09:07:02 pm »
    yep second the elm 327 mini, used loads of times with the torque app all good.
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    Re: Any recommendations for an ODB dongle that works well with Android?
    « Reply #7 on: October 01, 2014, 12:15:54 am »
    Thanks everyone, I've gone with the ELM mini as a start. Looking forward to using Torque and Torque Track!
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    Re: Any recommendations for an ODB dongle that works well with Android?
    « Reply #8 on: October 01, 2014, 07:27:19 am »
    Another  vote for the elm mini from me ! :thumb:
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    Re: Any recommendations for an ODB dongle that works well with Android?
    « Reply #9 on: October 01, 2014, 09:49:49 am »
    Quote from: flutes on October 01, 2014, 12:15:54 am
    Thanks everyone, I've gone with the ELM mini as a start. Looking forward to using Torque and Torque Track!

    Good stuff, let us know how you get on.
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    Re: Any recommendations for an ODB dongle that works well with Android?
    « Reply #10 on: October 01, 2014, 10:54:21 am »
    yeah, i'm keen to hear how you go too!
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    Re: Any recommendations for an ODB dongle that works well with Android?
    « Reply #11 on: October 02, 2014, 12:26:22 am »
    As above. I used an Elm one for logging intake temps and coolant temps on the girlfriends. Worked a treat.
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    Re: Any recommendations for an ODB dongle that works well with Android?
    « Reply #12 on: October 02, 2014, 01:28:20 pm »
    I got an ELM mini recently. 

    I'll have it with me on Sunday, if your's has not arrived and you want to try one out.
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    Re: Any recommendations for an ODB dongle that works well with Android?
    « Reply #13 on: October 02, 2014, 11:57:08 pm »
    Would be good to see it - are you using Torque?
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    Re: Any recommendations for an ODB dongle that works well with Android?
    « Reply #14 on: October 03, 2014, 02:05:24 am »
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