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Transferring data, files between devices nowadays besides Google Cast, MHL,... there is DLNA. So what is DNLA? What does this technology do?
What is DLNA?
What is DLNA?
DLNA is known as a means to connect electronic devices, digital ones not from the same brand through local network without needing any cables to share high-quality images, movies, videos, music. Examples include connecting a laptop to a TV, a phone to a TV, streaming from a laptop to a TV via DLNA ...
History of DLNA technology
DLNA stands for Digital Living Network Alliance (Digital Life Network Connection Alliance). This is an organization created by Sony in 2003 before reaching 250 members from mobile phone companies, laptop manufacturers, etc. The purpose of creating DLNA technology is to help users exchange data conveniently between digital devices.
Data Exchange Across Electronic Devices
DLNA enables digital devices supporting DLNA to connect for data sharing.
Devices such as phones, TVs, computers,... supporting DLNA and sharing the same wifi network will make it very easy to do the following:
+) Transfer images from mobile devices to projectors
+) Print images, text from mobile phones without needing a printer cable,...
+) Stream videos stored in cameras to TV
+) Listen to music from any DLNA-enabled device without needing to plug in cables
Devices Supporting DLNA
Among the DLNA Certified products, the majority include TVs, cameras, smartphones,... DLNA-supported products include:
+) Mobile phones: Samsung Galaxy S II, HTC Sensation, Sony Ericsson, Nokia E5,...
+) Cameras: Samsung SH100, Sony Cybershot DSC-G3,...
+) TVs: Sony Bravia HD (Led & LCD) - HX925 Series,...
Advantages and Disadvantages of DLNA?
Advantages:
DLNA easily connects to various devices due to its high compatibility
Disadvantages:
DLNA can only share data that is stored on the device. If sharing online data such as online youtube videos, for example, the content will not be displayed.
DLNA technology is increasingly widely used and brings optimal convenience to users. Through this article, readers may have grasped what DLNA is to choose DLNA-supported products to save time and provide the most comfortable, excellent experiences. Additionally, you can refer to articles about the differences between DLNA and InfoLink here.
