I go to the gym a lot and see quite a few people with iPods strapped to their arms. Some have their iPhones as well.
I'm wondering if there is an arm strap that would fit the Titan (xv6800) even if it is not entirely designed for it.
I'm planning on using my Motorola Bluetooth headset to rock out while I work out. So access to buttons is not really needed. Just touch screen.
THere is no item that fits or no one exercises?
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THere is no item that fits or no one exercises?
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Who has time to workout?!?!? I am always tweaking my phone and installing all these updated ROMS !!
What is this "exercise" you speak of?
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I go to the gym a lot and see quite a few people with iPods strapped to their arms. Some have their iPhones as well.
I'm wondering if there is an arm strap that would fit the Titan (xv6800) even if it is not entirely designed for it.
I'm planning on using my Motorola Bluetooth headset to rock out while I work out. So access to buttons is not really needed. Just touch screen.
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I just ordered an arm band from ebay. It hasn't come in yet so I can't comment on it but I'll certainly let you know how I like it.
Try this.....you can usually pick some up relatively cheap. Not the most stylish.....but hey, it works for everything!
well I was going to recommend a shoe string but I think the duck tape is the ultimate solution. Way to go McGuyver. I looked around (only foir a short period) and did not see any type or workout strap for that phone. Perhaps a universal or generic case/strap would be better. I'll keep my eyes open.
Another solution is to somehow extend your bluetooth range (that is if you're staying in one general area) and just wear your headset instead so you dont have to carry your phone around.
ipods look fine strapped to arms, but the mogul is too big and heavy. I wouldn't trust any strap to hold this titan down. Even if it doesn't fly off at high velocity, it might get bumped on machinery.
The only true solution would be wolverine-style adamantium bone-grafted mogul holder with mini-usb and audio connectors.
It's only a matter of time people. Don't just hold your phone, click it onto your skeleton!
What?!??? Isn't carrying this brick around work-out enough?!???!???
The armband from ebay came in and it works fine (look for iphone sport and you'll find it) It's definitely a tight fit but there is absolutely no chance of it coming out. $6 shipped.
I also read on PPC geeks that the dimensions of the original Zune are similar. So a sports band for the Zune will probably work too
I use the stock holster, i put it on my back and work out! I have the motorola s9 bluetooth. So far no uissues at all.
I bought one for the Zune and use that...it works pretty well
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I bought one for the Zune and use that...it works pretty well
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Could you put a picture of it here ? or a link to it ?
I am wondering how it looks like.
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Could you put a picture of it here ? or a link to it ?
I am wondering how it looks like.
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Get this, I have it and it works great; great for running and everything else. Touchscreen works too.
http://www.tunebelt.com/domino/tunebelt/tunebelt.nsf/ab8
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Well, I have all the stupid little things that are wrong with the Athena. They keyboard is often commented on, I have no idea why the Athena wasnt better...
Well, here it is, the Shangri-La (9500)
http://www.akihabaranews.com/en/news_pics/14201/HTC_2.jpg
Read it and weep.
Mind you, no way im fitting a 7" lcd in my pocket! the Athena is bad enough.
is that 7" in your pocket or are you pleased to see me?
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Well, I have all the stupid little things that are wrong with the Athena. They keyboard is often commented on, I have no idea why the Athena wasnt better...
Well, here it is, the Shangri-La (9500)
http://www.akihabaranews.com/en/news_pics/14201/HTC_2.jpg
Read it and weep.
Mind you, no way im fitting a 7" lcd in my pocket! the Athena is bad enough.
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Too big, man. The Athena is significantly smaller.
it is not a PDA-Phone
it is an UMPC
7" Is just way to big
No weeping here they can keep it.
That is the HTC Shift. it has been well known for quite a while there are even much better pictures than that available. Areas of contention:
-Resolution was reported to be better specked than on your link
-Unconfirmed if it will run WM6, seems unlikely HTC would license 2 O/S for one device, ie costs to them and than users.
Looks very interesting. However, I don't find it appealing to me the same as way Athena. Portability factor is not as attractive as Athena. I prefer no keyboard (I like a tablet) and size no bigger than Athena. I like the storage capacity though. I don't know if running Vista on it would be sluggish and taxing on the battery, so let's wait and see. I wonder how easy it is for the phone to respond to incoming calls under Vista.
yea dude...thats the htc shift...that piece of crap is tooo darn big for a pocket...
Is this not like the cPC thing that flopped on a major level? With a dual boot between standard Windows and Mobile Windows?
Although, the fingerprint thing would be interesting for me with some of the software I'm using, but not for a major price increase........
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Well, I have all the stupid little things that are wrong with the Athena. They keyboard is often commented on, I have no idea why the Athena wasnt better...
Well, here it is, the Shangri-La (9500)
http://www.akihabaranews.com/en/news_pics/14201/HTC_2.jpg
Read it and weep.
Mind you, no way im fitting a 7" lcd in my pocket! the Athena is bad enough.
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Who says I can't have both? I have two pockets. Just have to make one pocket bigger than the other. ;-)
I'm trying to decide if I want to order one or not. My deciding factor was the built in GPS. Since I see that the Shift may have built in GPS, it's becoming more attractive to me. Just soooo damn big. 7" screen. I have a PVR that has a 7" screen with a 100gig HD and it won't fit into my pocket. Just too big. I leave it in my back pack. I don't want to carry my back pack just because my new phone is too big. Still deciding.
Carrying the Athena? (let alone anything bigger)
With respect to size, even the Athena is plenty big. I still haven't found a solution I like for carrying it with me. If I'm wearing pants with large pockets, that sort of works except for looking kinda freakish. And it really won't fit in some pockets.
I have also tried a camera bag that clips onto my belt. That lasted about 30 minutes. Just too dang bulky. So much of the time I carry it around like a little purse, which irritates me because I'm always afraid I'll forget it. (How do women do this??)
None of the commercial cases I've looked at have seemed like they will do what I want. The best solution I saw was a metal frame that hooks on to the stock case with a belt clip that this guy posted pictures of, but he hasn't responded to my inquiries about making me one!
-> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=1311287&highlight=lasers#post1311287
So... what are the rest of you doing? Any great ideas?
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With respect to size, even the Athena is plenty big. I still haven't found a solution I like for carrying it with me. If I'm wearing pants with large pockets, that sort of works except for looking kinda freakish. And it really won't fit in some pockets.
I have also tried a camera bag that clips onto my belt. That lasted about 30 minutes. Just too dang bulky. So much of the time I carry it around like a little purse, which irritates me because I'm always afraid I'll forget it. (How do women do this??)
None of the commercial cases I've looked at have seemed like they will do what I want. The best solution I saw was a metal frame that hooks on to the stock case with a belt clip that this guy posted pictures of, but he hasn't responded to my inquiries about making me one!
-> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=1311287&highlight=lasers#post1311287
So... what are the rest of you doing? Any great ideas?
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My sentiments exactly! I need to carry it so I can have both hands free, ALWAYS. That means a belt case. My latest addition (3rd attempt) was a nintendo DS lite case. Guess what, it doesn't fit! Maybe we could persuade that guy with the metal clip to have a go for us, and give us a quote?
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My sentiments exactly! I need to carry it so I can have both hands free, ALWAYS. That means a belt case. My latest addition (3rd attempt) was a nintendo DS lite case. Guess what, it doesn't fit! Maybe we could persuade that guy with the metal clip to have a go for us, and give us a quote?
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He hasn't responded to PMs and his email is hidden. Hopefully he'll check back some day and notice we're looking for him! For me, this might be the best approach. I really like the stock case (know I'm a minority there), but it does work for me. For example, sits flat for tabletop typing, EZ in/out of case to use it in tablet mode, keyboard pops right into place while still in the case, etc... EXCEPT for the missing belt clip.!!
I have absolutely no issue in carrying the unit around. This is what I have. I can either bring the keyboard with me or leave it behind.
http://forum.mypdacafe.com/viewtopic.php?t=14690&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=360
The device is well protected. Not a single scratch until now. The unit still look brand new.
They are available here.
Would any of you be interested in a small wrist lanyard or a neck lanyard that would be custom made for the kaiser? I am having some made for me, but I would need to order in bulk, and I don't have the need for more than one
Either way, I just talked to the rep who makes them, and I gave him some specific requests for a custom lanyard that would:
A: Not have any material that could scratch the Kaiser
B: Would have the smallest quick release connector made
C: Would have the smallest strap that would fit around your hand to get on your wrist, thus leaving only the minimal hanging strap when in a case.
D: Would be Black to match the Kaiser
E: Could have custom imprinting on the strap to say.... Kaiser, TytnII, HTC, whatever we would want it to say.. or nothing at all.
Let me know if anyone would be interested. I'm pretty sure the cost would be less than a few bucks... Either way I will be ordering them for myself.
JB
I'd be in for a couple.
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I'd be in for a couple.
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Excellent... Anyone else?
RemE: You would be good with the small wriststrap correct?
JB
Yes, and I've liked this type minimal length lanyard for other small things like cameras as well, that's why I'd like a couple.
If you're putting a quick release on it anyway; how about making a wrist strap & a neck lanyard matching pair that has the same connector... easy to switch off between them. I think that'd be cool and worth a few extra bucks.
Amlethae said:
If you're putting a quick release on it anyway; how about making a wrist strap & a neck lanyard matching pair that has the same connector... easy to switch off between them. I think that'd be cool and worth a few extra bucks.
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Thats a great idea... Ok, will do that. I will give those the options to choose one or both...
Give me a few days and I will have em...
JB
Great Idea! Matching strap and nek lanyards, perfect
I'm in, although shipping will cost me more then the actual strap itself LOL
gotta pic of what it'll look like?
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gotta pic of what it'll look like?
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I will a bit later today... You see.. I still haven't ordered them yet... but I can show you what each part will look like, since they are one offs.. there haven't been any made yet...
Give me a few hours, I will be working on this at work.
JB
Check these guys out, they may have what you need already.
http://www.rivetnow.com/
http://reviews.cnet.com/headphones-headsets/rivet-rhythm-earphone-lanyard/4505-6468_7-31753449.html
Note, thay also make an attachment that threads through any spot meant for a camera type wrist strap. Not sure if the Kaiser has one of these, but it looks like it may from the pictures I have seen.
The thing I like about this system is that you can use the clips with more than one device.
One thing to note though, I tried the Harmony headphones with my 8125, and could only get one side of the headphones working. Seems the 4pin 2.5mm connectors used on the 8125 do not have any type of standard for how they are wired. I am guessing this would not be the case with the Kaiser, but you would need to use the usb to 3.5mm adapter in conjunction with the rivet offerings.
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Check these guys out, they may have what you need already.
http://www.rivetnow.com/
http://reviews.cnet.com/headphones-headsets/rivet-rhythm-earphone-lanyard/4505-6468_7-31753449.html
Note, thay also make an attachment that threads through any spot meant for a camera type wrist strap. Not sure if the Kaiser has one of these, but it looks like it may from the pictures I have seen.
The thing I like about this system is that you can use the clips with more than one device.
One thing to note though, I tried the Harmony headphones with my 8125, and could only get one side of the headphones working. Seems the 4pin 2.5mm connectors used on the 8125 do not have any type of standard for how they are wired. I am guessing this would not be the case with the Kaiser, but you would need to use the usb to 3.5mm adapter in conjunction with the rivet offerings.
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Thanks for the link... but the lanyards they have, use metal adapters and that is what I am trying to avoid. The metal adapters will scratch the device. Not to be too anal, but when you pay 800 for a device, it's always a good idea to keep it in mint condition to have a good resale when the next hot device comes out.
JB
Spend a bit more and get this then...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=333707
I'd say it has easily prevented $20 worth of scratches on my wife's iPhone already and it also has just a slightly tackier feel to it, so the phone doesn't slip out of your fingers as easily, although the OP on this link indicates the Kaiser already has a tacky backplate, probably for that very reason.
jgermuga said:
Spend a bit more and get this then...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=333707
I'd say it has easily prevented $20 worth of scratches on my wife's iPhone already and it also has just a slightly tackier feel to it, so the phone doesn't slip out of your fingers as easily, although the OP on this link indicates the Kaiser already has a tacky backplate, probably for that very reason.
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Thats a great idea as well... But my own reason for wanting a lanyard is to help me pull the device out of the belt case that I use to carry it in... Almost everytime I have dropped a phone, it has been when I am taking it out of the case... With the lanyard on it, It will be easier to pull out, as well as keep it from hitting the ground.
I have been super busy at work, but I will be making the phone call very soon to get the lanyards...
JB
Well... I just finished getting a quote for the lanyards...
Looks like my idea is getting stomped...
The company wants a minimum order of 100 units at 1.52 per unit... That means I would have to dish out 160 dollars... Thats fine with me, but I'm concerned I wouldn't be able to get the money back...
Also, they won't send out one neck lanyard and one wrist lanyard with a cell conector, since it would mean that they would have to have more male connectors than female connectors. So the only way is to order half of the lanyards as 36" and the other half as 12"...
Either way, they are very nice lanyards and I really want a few for myself. If you all think I could get rid of 90 of them then I will go and order them...
Another Idea I had, was to have, "XDA Developers" prnted on the lanyard, and the site can use them as a way to help get donations.... such as selling lanyards for 5 bucks or so...
Gimme some feedback if ya all would please.
JB
I'd pop for 10, short ones.
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Another Idea I had, was to have, "XDA Developers" prnted on the lanyard, and the site can use them as a way to help get donations.... such as selling lanyards for 5 bucks or so...
Gimme some feedback if ya all would please.
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I take enough pride in my geekness to buy something branded with XDA Developers, but I don't have a need for a lanyard.
It's a pretty good idea though. You may want to get it out to a broader audience via another more general post, as I am sure the interest would apply for other devices as well. Me thinks one of the moderators should be able to help out with this.
Ok, I will order the Lanyards with, "XDA Developers" on the lanyard. The lanyard will be polyester black, and the text will be a dark grey. I'm not into big bright text, I like being low key.
It will be 50 neck lanyards and 50 small wrist lanyards.
I don't think I will have an issue getting them outa my hands.
JB
let me know when you get em - m presumably you take paypal?
I am a bit of a loser for a lanyard!!!
Ok willdo...
JB
I'll take 1 of each
1 wrist & 1 neck
preferably PAYPAL as well
what route of delivery to Canucks ??
5 bucks ... 5 bucks ... 5 bucks
Does anyone know of a armband strap with holder for the TyTn II? Like the ipod ones, to keep it secure while running?
I know it's probably not the best idea for a device like the Kaiser, but just a thought. I can't find them when searching on ebay.
Thanks
check out www.tunebelt.com
kaiser/tilt fits just fine.
Seems perfect, thanks. Looks like the iPod Video one would fit fine, but there might be room for movement. Was thinking that maybe the iPod Mini one would squeeze the kaiser in.
Would you happen to know which is best? My bet is on the iPod Video
In my opinion, it's better to use a small backpack to carry your Kaiser when running. Put some other soft stuff in there and it's safe from impacts and sweat . That way you can also carry your wallet, money, small towel, whatever. It'll not be that heavy as well.
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In my opinion, it's better to use a small backpack to carry your Kaiser when running. Put some other soft stuff in there and it's safe from impacts and sweat . That way you can also carry your wallet, money, small towel, whatever. It'll not be that heavy as well.
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That would be quite uncomfortable to carry around while running, atleast for me. I'm a cross country/track runner and even wearing a watch bothers me sometimes. Armbands are great for running and thats the way to go.
Anyone tried to send an email to tunebelt.com/ asking the best case fot Kaiser dimensions?
Hi,
Using the Arm Strap from Krusell:
http://www.krusell.se/productMulti.php?productID=2575&category=48
allows use any of the Multidapt options.
/Mads
^ I don't know if I feel comfortable gluing something to my baby.
hi
just got my tunebelt AB82.. seems they sell this "new" version AB82, cos AB8 is no longer available..
anyway, the product itself is okay but since it mainly supposed for iPod the connection openings don't fit exactly the Tytn2 connector output... so u have to do some modding and cut a lil'bit
except that, the product seems great... we'll see how it fits during long runs...
I've been doing some searching for an armband for the pro but have yet to find a specific one made just for the pro.
Anyone have any luck with this? I understand it is a bit larger than what I would usually take to the gym but it would be nice to consolidate much of my activities into one unit.
The closet I've come to finding is someone posted that an iPhone belkin armband worked for their Diamond. Not sure if this would be a good buy.
Any help would be appreciated.
lj
armband. LOL. I'm looking for the same thing and i dont know to translate it either.
Wristband maybe
( I wouldn't like to have it higher on my arm )
You might be interested in this, however, the one review I found wasn't very positive.
http://www.htcdepot.com/naztech-sport-pouch-case/4A25A597.htm
Cheers.
RE
I'm getting a tailor to custom make a breathable mesh wristband which allows me to slide out the top section and use the kb and have a cover to close it when not in use. It will work on both my wrists
As for armband you can get those meant for handphone from sports shop like NIKE sports shop
If fashion is not important for you...
Please take a look at the page here:
http://www.andres-industries.de/ram-mount.html
Scroll down till "Armhalterung"
I found it, when i was searching for a "arm-based" outdoor-solution for my Palmcase mini(p)
Keoma
Thank you for the input gents. I suspect I won't have this device on release date so I'll have to mull over these options a bit. Appreciate it.
Try ebaying for a universal mp3 armband. You should be able to find one that can fit the Touch Pro's dimensions.
You tried this:
S9 Fitness Pack
I got it and it fit the TyTn II perfectly (obviously came with the S9 headset as well!)
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You tried this:
S9 Fitness Pack
I got it and it fit the TyTn II perfectly (obviously came with the S9 headset as well!)
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Hmm. I want the S9 HD's. But I might order just the armband by itself!
Link to just armband: [Link]
i just wish the s9 hds worked outside! even if i hold the phone in my hand in front of me the connection is still ****
and wen its cold i want my hands in my pockets! agh
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Anyone ever find anything that worked?
I found these - http://www.amazon.com/BLACK-CELLET-...ts=1&colid=&sortBy=bySubmissionDateDescending
Buy it has bad reviews about some glue like substance and such.
I'm desperately looking for an armband that has a clear cover over the front so I can control the phone.
Cord hole is not too important. I work out with my Jabra BT8010 Stereo bluetooth headphones all the time (LOVE them!)
That motorola S9 stink! Had one for a day before returned to newegg. Ear pieces were uncomfortable. But the solid band on the back of the head was annoying for working out! Benchpress with music was impossible (bench would knock off the headphones)
I want to upgrade from a Galaxy Note to a 7.7 P6800 but am concerned about how I will carry it around since it will also act as my primary phone.
Squeezing it into my front pocket concerns me since that is how my Dell Streak5 screen broke.
I don't see any cases that use a belt clip and would rather not use a fanny pack except as a last resort.
Please post on how you carry your Galaxy Tab 7.7
European Man Bag.
Either jeans or sweatshirt pocket
Using Galaxy Tab 7.7 P6800
I have a very large pouch... I always carry it everywhere I go
Sent from my GT-P6800 using xda premium
Moleskine Case for Kindle Keyboard...
Just recently I had a longer VoIP call in a very noisy environment and was super surprised how well the noise cancellation of the Tab 7.7 seemed to work! Ok, you look ultra ridiculous but really nice to know that you can rely on the Tab as a phone if you have to ;-)
It will fit in your pocket. The issue with it is because of the screen size, you will need two hands to use it when walking. Typing while holding it can also be very awkward. If you are often on the move, it might not be a better choice than the note as your full-time cell phone.
neo21 said:
Moleskine Case for Kindle Keyboard...
Just recently I had a longer VoIP call in a very noisy environment and was super surprised how well the noise cancellation of the Tab 7.7 seemed to work! Ok, you look ultra ridiculous but really nice to know that you can rely on the Tab as a phone if you have to ;-)
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Suit breast pocket during work.
Jeans pocket outside work.
Same as above. No probs, you get used to it quick.
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Same as above. No probs, you get used to it quick.
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If you're "horizontally enhanced" like me, it gets a bit tough to sit with it in your pants pocket though.
You need a Bluetooth headset for sure so you don't look ridiculous with it held up to your head (and also the speaker call quality is atrocious).
Even so, using it in public is funny; just taking it out draws stares.
Get used to new acquaintances asking you "is that a phone?????" and friends laughing (at you? or just disbelief?) every time you take it out.
Using it while walking or one-handed is pretty tough.
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If you're "horizontally enhanced" like me, it gets a bit tough to sit with it in your pants pocket though.
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Hahaha... like the "enhanced" quote...
Truth of the matter, I'm not horizontally enhanced, but quite a gigantically built guy, I haven't been brave enough to sit down with it in the pants' pocket, always take it out first...
You need a Bluetooth headset for sure so you don't look ridiculous with it held up to your head (and also the speaker call quality is atrocious).
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True, but what matters is that even without the bluetooth headset, you can make calls fine on the weekend if the need be etc.
Using it while walking or one-handed is pretty tough.
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If you got huge hands, like me, no prob...
Actually, when I showed my boss, after he inquisitively inquired what the new phone was, I was saying yeah, you can even call with it without the bluetooth, holding it up to my head, and he goes, woah, with semi sarcasm, finally, at last, a respectable phone size for ya, eh? )
I think above have pretty much answered your question. I wear suit and 7.7 fit into my upper inner pocket nicely. Really some doesnt fit, choose your suit wisely.
I have no further sugggestion on the carrying case if you are not wearing suit, but i do have a suggestion on using it as a phone. There is a kind of bluetooth headset with dialpad, which i tested working perfectly with my 7.7, and i can even dial out with this dialpad even when the 7.7 is locked, so that my tablet can stay in my pocket when i just want to use its phone function.
Can you post a link to this gadget?
Now summer is just around the corner, I just pair my 7.7 to good cargo pants and shorts, my jabra wave, a good small sporty sling bodybag for active days and my small sling leather bodybag for those semi-formal times.
My wish is for Otterbox or other companies that makes hardcases to make one for the Galaxy Tab 7.7 that have an option to put a sling strap to both opposite corners of the hardcase, so it will serve as a sling bodystrap case for the device.
Or just make a good heavy duty hardcase and I'll just customize it myself.
Sent from my GT-P6800 using XDA
九千. said:
there is a kind of bluetooth headset with dialpad, which i tested working perfectly with my 7.7, and i can even dial out with this dialpad even when the 7.7 is locked, so that my tablet can stay in my pocket when i just want to use its phone function.
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I Want!!! Where???
But you know what would be even cooler??? A secondary screen, sized something like the MotoActv... imagine that...
@白い熊 and @omarrabbat
It's called BT-02, as shown in the picture attached, and you can find more information here: http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/439275295/BT_02_mini_bluetooth_telephone.html
I saw it in a shop in Hong Kong (China). It worked nicely, but I didn't buy it (and the shopkeeper wasn't very happy about it). IIRC it is around US$76.
It isn't really a brand name product and there is a lot of other similar products out there, but I can confirm this one working perfectly with 7.7.
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I can confirm this one working perfectly with 7.7.
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How do you use it? Would my Bluetooth headset still work but this device lets me call & access my contacts from my 7.7? Or would I have to hold this device up to my ear?
My questions exactly. I assume if I have a bluetooth headset paired with the tab and also pair this, then I can dial from this and call, and have the sound in the bluetooth headset. Is this so?
Canbit be paired with two devices? Probably not for dialing, but at least for reception, i.e. looking at the mini display to see who's calling?
Upon inspecting this and similar items, I'm doubting you can use this with a bluetooth headset, seems sound would be diverted to this unit. Any direct experience?
If you clicked into the alibaba link in my last post you could a stereo headset is needed for listening, and the speaker is near the dialpad so one must hold it closer to talk.
No you can't sync the address book to this device, as it has no such intelligent. I have been looking for a device that can use the phone function and sync my address book, the closest one is I'm Watch (http://www.imwatch.it/), which is an android device itself.