I bought a windsheild mount PDA holder from ebay a while back and it worked okay but it was cheaply made and it wound up breaking. The phone fell right out of it one day and hit the shifter. I am lucky the screen didnt break.
Anyway, I am looking for a new one and I would like one that can rotate so I can use it in landscape orientation as well, or even with the keyboard expanded. Does such a beast exist?
I would like to see what recomendations you guys have on this. I have searched online at cell accessory shops and there's alot to choose from but many look like the cheaply made one I am trying to replace.
I bought mine from one of those "we sell everything for your phone!" stalls in a market.
Has adjustable width (spring-loaded with cushioned side bits for grip), the arm can bend anywhere you like, and the windscreen mount is a suction cup with a kinda plastic 'lock' (like on a tomtom) to hold it securely.
Hasn't budged since I bought it several months ago for another handset.
Try a market stall, that's my advice. Paid about a tenner (gbp).
In fact... just found a link to the exact same thing. fiver. bargain
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/product/12635.htm?referer=GS-GEN_WINHOL-P-12635-B-390542-01
Cool, found a few of them for sale from merchants in the States. Thanks for the info!
Got mine at Best Buys.
I've have this one, from Expansys. It's a bit more expensive than the one mentioned, but depending on the durability, this one could last through several different phones.
http://www.expansys-usa.com/p.aspx?i=161949
I've had no problems with it so far!
Matt
Bracketron
I got my holder, a bracketron universal holder from best buy for around $30.00
it has an adjustable grip, and can accomodate most devices. It also swivels so that I can use my tilt in either landscape or portrait.
Bracketron here also...
I didn't get the windshield mount though. The one i purchased locks on to the air vent, but bracketron makes the same mount with a flexible-arm windshield mount (suction cup), or you can buy the arm part seperately.
Very pleased with it so far: foam-rubber grip where it contacts the phone, rotates, locks tightly by simply squeezing and releases with the push of a button.
Bought it at Best Buy, $19.95 US.
Any with a power supply hookup that are made specifically for the Kaiser?
meanvulcan said:
Any with a power supply hookup that are made specifically for the Kaiser?
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check out brodit. They have ones that allow the screen to slide out and tilt, and have a cable to charge the device.
Their US reseller is proclipusa.com. to find a retailer in another country head over to brodit.com
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Any with a power supply hookup that are made specifically for the Kaiser?
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I didn't want to spend too much money on a windshield mount. I just purchased a mount with a built in power supply from ebay for under $20. I'll report how it holds up when I get it.
http://cgi.ebay.com/CAR-MOUNT-HOLDE...3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66:2|65:1|39:1|240:1318
Jealous!
fone_fanatic said:
check out brodit. They have ones that allow the screen to slide out and tilt, and have a cable to charge the device.
Their US reseller is proclipusa.com. to find a retailer in another country head over to brodit.com
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OMG! That's awesome! If Best Buy's return policy didn't suck I would take mine back and get this one.
Link
I use this one, made for the job and works really well.
http://www.handtec.co.uk/product.php/1255/herbert-richter-htc-tytn-ii-jacket-grip
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Just ordered a Brodit Active Holder for my Kaiser. It is really nice since you can also use it horizontally and slide out the keyboard...
just out off curiosity: where have you ordered your brodit active holder, and what did it cost??
The cheapest I found was here: http://www.pdaplus.nl/catalog/brodit-m-1.html Although it is not in stock right now... But I emailed them and they said they are expecting the first shipment end of this week beggining of next. So I went ahead and ordered one since they are the cheapest.
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The cheapest I found was here: http://www.pdaplus.nl/catalog/brodit-m-1.html Although it is not in stock right now... But I emailed them and they said they are expecting the first shipment end of this week beggining of next. So I went ahead and ordered one since they are the cheapest.
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Do you know if the Brodit active holder has an output for an external speaker? and an input for an external microphone?
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Do you know if the Brodit active holder has an output for an external speaker? and an input for an external microphone?
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Frans,
Mine is in the backorder so I do not have it yet...
But from what I read there is no output, it is just for charging
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Frans,
Mine is in the backorder so I do not have it yet...
But from what I read there is no output, it is just for charging
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Well, thanks.
Please report your further expierences.
So far, it is my favourite...
(mmm, ..should it be possible with a mini-USB ..a carkit with microphone/speaker outlet?)
NO Idea... Have you got one already ???
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NO Idea... Have you got one already ???
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No..but I am thinking over to buy one.
(...if there will not be another one with external-speaker/microphone-by-wire-alternative).
Frans. said:
No..but I am thinking over to buy one.
(...if there will not be another one with external-speaker/microphone-by-wire-alternative).
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Frans,
there is an alternative:
1. http://www.expansys.nl/p.aspx?i=157109&asource=154149 this is just the holder....
2. http://www.expansys.nl/p.aspx?i=157108&asource=154149 fullduplex carkit.... and if you ever buy a different device you can always just buy a different holder.... http://www.carcomm.nl they make stuff for a lot of devices... I just find it a bit too expensive.
Churchill said:
Frans,
there is an alternative:
1. http://www.expansys.nl/p.aspx?i=157109&asource=154149 this is just the holder....
2. http://www.expansys.nl/p.aspx?i=157108&asource=154149 fullduplex carkit.... and if you ever buy a different device you can always just buy a different holder.... http://www.carcomm.nl they make stuff for a lot of devices... I just find it a bit too expensive.
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Yes, that is what I looked for..
but indeed, the price is really high..and as far as i can see, no possibility to use the keyboard.
I hope your Brodit Activ holder will satisfy.
My order shipped yesterday so I hope to get it today already... I shall report as soon as I get it and install it...
My Holder has arrived...
Well I am impressed. I use Brodit Proclip already for a while, and still have a holder for my MDA PRO, but this is just perfect... Stable and, we dutch say, "Degelijk". Extremely happy with it. Turn it and the device is in horisontal stand and if you slide the keyboard TOMTOM is changing orientation as well. The Place where the mini USB connector sits is completely sealed, I think it is molded although you see a seam , but I think it is glued not with a glue but by heat. So I am afraid you can not just take it apart...
Mine will be here tomorrow. Got upgraded shipping from proclipusa.com since my order was delayed due to stock issues.
Cannot wait to get this mounted in the truck. I've had a proclip mount for my Axim for years now.
I use the mount from these guys for my iPod.
I'll be getting one from them for my Tilt
http://www.proclipusa.com/home/home.aspx
i'm sad i ordered the whole mount thing from proclip...
Your order has been placed on back order. Unfortunately, we are out of stock on item number 971752. The ESTIMATED ship date for your order is 11/02/2007.
i hate waiting for new toys.
links?
I want one where the phone comes out completely naked (no covers with a detachable clip)
Hope thats not too confusing.
Personal experience/pictures welcome...
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I use a Krusell (http://www.krusell.se/productUni.php?productID=2419&category=49) with mine and it's a nice fit. I've actually used the same holder since I had a Wizard and it's lasting well.
Where did u buy it? I'm in the US where it's seemingly impossible to get accessories for this phone from anything but Hong Kong (sheesh)...
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h0mersimps0n said:
Where did u buy it? I'm in the US where it's seemingly impossible to get accessories for this phone from anything but Hong Kong (sheesh)...
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Why not use the OEM one that came with the Kaisers? Have heard good things about them.
because I bought mine from ATT and there was no case included. I purchased their top-end leather case but when you put it in a horizontal configuration it is off-balanced and angles so that the opening points toward the floor when I have it clipped to my scrub pants in the hospital.
What's the exact model of the Krusell that will fit the kaiser? I looked on amazon and some other listed sites but there are a LOT of horizontal cases out there by Krusell.
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What's the exact model of the Krusell that will fit the kaiser? I looked on amazon and some other listed sites but there are a LOT of horizontal cases out there by Krusell.
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The link I posted is for the specific model that I use.
I'm in England and bought mine from somebody on EBay that sells loads of Krusell cases (Sorry, I can't remember the username though!)
You could try this http://www.cases.com/kr95146.htm but they seem to be on back-order at the moment.
SFPlanet.com seems to have the best prices for Krusell. I think the Tilt needs the Horizon Small/Wide.
BestBuy sells the HTC oem one. I bought one and it works well.
Horizontal with 2 magnetic fastners.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8222327&st=htc&lp=5&type=product&cp=1&id=1166840037625
Bought this one for $19.99 - can't beat that. Exactly what I wanted- horizontal, high-quality plastic belt clip.
http://www.sfplanet.com/product/951...zon_SWide__Black__Black_with_Spring_clip.html
lol- anyone want to buy the cingular vertical case for the tilt? Got an extra...
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Why not use the OEM one that came with the Kaisers? Have heard good things about them.
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+1
is a very good case and i can't see why to change it with some one else
I realise there have been a bunch of other posts on the topic of cases (see here and here) but I am after something a little bit different.
I have just had a forced upgrade from a hermes (ie I broke it and can't get a new one on my insurance, so had to "settle" for a Kaiser) which was working fine for me and I am now having o upgrade my accessories, but due to the way I use my phone I want particular style of case and either can't find it or it has been superceded by a "better" case.
Basically, it boils down to me wanting a one-handed case WITHOUT a belt clip (it's fat enough already, and I never use them).
And "one handed"? In other words I can take it out of my pocket with one hand, read the screen and put it back in my pocket without having to use my other hand. I am currently using the standard case and in order to read a text or see why it is buzzing I have to take it out of my pocket, open the case, take out the phone, put it back and put it back in my pocket, which seems bloody hard to do without using my other hand. An example of this is the PDair aluminium case for my old Hermes (which fits, but presses on the camera button, so is not suitable ).
So having exhausted my usual sourcs (MobileFun and Expansys), does anyone know of anything like this for sale in the UK?
Aside - I was interested in the Seidio Rubberised case, but I don't think it is available in the UK (I don't really want to be stung for £8/$15 Royal Mail charges when it is imported from the US), nor does it have a built in screen cover. If people know where to get one of those, that would be appreciated too.
Hi,
I am in a similar boat although I bought the Kaiser via T-Mobile out of informed choice and love the phone. The only case I have managed to find is the Seidio which seems to be perfect for what I need but yes, I too don't want to pay the high postage prices. I think the whole cost comes to around £35 in total, but if we could get it in the UK I'm sure it'd be under £20 retail. Maybe Expansys will stock it?
If Seidio are reading - are you in talks with expansys as a UK partner?
Cheers,
Pete.
UPDATE: Just heard from Expansys that they will be stocking the Seidio rubberised hard case in the very near future so just have to hang on a little longer for that perfect slim case.
I was continuing to look around and ordered a metal one of ebay. I was a little dubious, but it ended up costing me under £10 and fits my Kaiser and seems up to general wear and tear, which is what I wanted. And it really seems as good as the PDair one I had for my Hermes which cost me more.
It's ebay item number 160196604008 if you want one.
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Aside - I was interested in the Seidio Rubberised case, but I don't think it is available in the UK (I don't really want to be stung for £8/$15 Royal Mail charges when it is imported from the US), nor does it have a built in screen cover. If people know where to get one of those, that would be appreciated too.
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Seidio has a 'European' outlet in Spain. http://www.seidioonline.com/index.asp?PageAction=Custom&ID=21
Cheers,
Dirk
expansys uk carry the seidio case in all its colours- and its brilliant
apparently due march 10th
http://www.expansys.com/p.aspx?i=163264
The case below is a horizontal pouch style. I am curious about the fit. IT was originally marketed with the HTC Touch Dual styled devices. Do you guys think it would be a good fit for the Fuze?
http://cgi.ebay.com/HTC-TOUCH-OEM-E...14&_trkparms=72:1240|66:4|65:12|39:1|240:1318
The other option for me is another OEM case shown here:
http://www.windowsmobilenow.com/us/p_wm_acc1.aspx?i=169487&partner=wmusfroogle
If anyone has either of these cases I would really like your comments on fit. I expect the finish will be similar to the finish of the HTC OEM Tytn case that I currently carry. Any help is appreciated as i need to protect her soon. My front pocket is not the ideal carry spot for me and the Tytn case is simply too big for the Fuze.
I'm using the S322 case, magnetic closure instead of velcro, for my T-Mobile MDA Vario IV (Raphael 300).
Bit tight in the early days, but works like a charm.
You mention that yours has a magnetic closure instead of velcro. Did they release both variants? Where did you purchase from and how did you ensure that you got the right one.
I bought it at a mobile phone shop in the nearest city, don't remember which one...
It was in an original HTC blister packaging, they removed it so I could try it on my Vario IV.
As I already stated, a tight fit, so I handed over 16 € and left them the blister packaging
It has one magnet, not as powerfull as the two in the TyTN case but strong enough.
Don't know about the velcro closure, it's not mentioned on the Dutch site, it's mentioned on the UK site and the Expansys site. (who are running the European htc accessory store)
Thanks for your input. Unfortunately, most US dealers never carry OEM cases, and I am forced to buy online sight unseen. I like a snug fit that develops into a perfect fit as you've described so I guess I just need to make my purchase.
aadadams said:
Thanks for your input. Unfortunately, most US dealers never carry OEM cases, and I am forced to buy online sight unseen. I like a snug fit that develops into a perfect fit as you've described so I guess I just need to make my purchase.
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I actually saw the oem htc side case in BestBuy o.o In cell phones accessories. They had 100's of em! I was in shock. Never had I seen htc accessories in best buy. I found invisibleSHIELD and BodyGuardz for the iPhone and diamond too
Make my month by saying this was at a location within an hour or two of DC... PLEASE...
Was this the only one they had?
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage...+case&lp=1&type=product&cp=1&id=1166840037625
I really want this one:
http://www.mobilecityonline.com/wir...=organic&utm_term=POS322&utm_campaign=froogle
I have the one from the Best Buy link. It came with an HTC phone I bought some time ago. I can't even remember which one. BUT, alas it is simple too big for the Fuze.
aadadams said:
Make my month by saying this was at a location within an hour or two of DC... PLEASE...
Was this the only one they had?
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage...+case&lp=1&type=product&cp=1&id=1166840037625
I really want this one:
http://www.mobilecityonline.com/wir...=organic&utm_term=POS322&utm_campaign=froogle
I have the one from the Best Buy link. It came with an HTC phone I bought some time ago. I can't even remember which one. BUT, alas it is simple too big for the Fuze.
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It's like the first one, but it fits the fuze. I mean I almost bought it, but it was $32. And sorry, this was in Cali.
Kraize said:
I actually saw the oem htc side case in BestBuy o.o In cell phones accessories. They had 100's of em! I was in shock. Never had I seen htc accessories in best buy.
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I got my oem htc case for my fuze at best buy. Couldn't be happier with it.
Kraize said:
It's like the first one, but it fits the fuze. I mean I almost bought it, but it was $32. And sorry, this was in Cali.
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venelar said:
I got my oem htc case for my fuze at best buy. Couldn't be happier with it.
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Guys,
I will go to BestBuy to check this out in further detail. But in the meantime...
@Venelar,
Please post some photos of the phone in the case and out. I would love to see as many as you could post.
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I went by my local BestBuy, and sure enough that is the exact case that I already have. IMNSHO that case is too large for the phone. I will be trying to secure the HTC PO S322.
Guys, I was on the HTC Forum where I saw this "customizable leather" case and some glowing reviews. It seems to be nice enough, and thought I would see any of the xda family had picked one up. I have never ween it mentioned here so I thought you guys would want to know. I think I'll order one.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&item=390007490992
Shameless nudge in hopes of grabbing attention/opinions.
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Guys, I was on the HTC Forum where I saw this "customizable leather" case and some glowing reviews. It seems to be nice enough, and thought I would see any of the xda family had picked one up. I have never ween it mentioned here so I thought you guys would want to know. I think I'll order one.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&item=390007490992
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I just ordered one of the A1 cases. Did you get your case? how was it?
I purchased this soft pouch case ( http://www.mobilecityonline.com/wir...=organic&utm_term=POS322&utm_campaign=froogle ) from the store in NYC. It's a tight fit at first, it even peeled away my screen protector (2 of them) at first but it becomes just right after awhile. The velcro could be a bit better too...
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I just ordered one of the A1 cases. Did you get your case? how was it?
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I sure did! Me and several others have them now. I took several pictures and wrote up my thoughts on the case here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=462940&highlight=easecase Take a look...
Hi All
I have a T-Mobile UK Branded touch pro and Im looking for a half decent protective case. Similar to the seido one here:
http://www.seidioonline.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=CSR2HTFE-BK
Im not looking for an amazing one, just a decent one that will stop the phone from getting scratched that I can buy from the UK so I dont have to pay international shipping fees and that will nicely fit the t-mobile version.
Been looking for ages but they seem to be hard to come by!
Cheers
I have this case: http://www.pdair.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=11000365_11000370_11000580&products_id=15119. I really like it. I carry the case in my pocket at work. When I want to put it on my belt I screw in the include knob and use the included belt clip. Only $28.00 from PDair with worldwide free shipping. I can find it a little cheaper at other sites that resale it, but not by the time I add shipping. It is a little slow getting it, because it ships from Hong Kong. I have bought several cases from them over the years. I have got them in as little as three days once and once it took a week. Normally 4 or 5 days to the midwest of the US.
_doubleJ- said:
Hi All
I have a T-Mobile UK Branded touch pro and Im looking for a half decent protective case. Similar to the seido one here:
http://www.seidioonline.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=CSR2HTFE-BK
Im not looking for an amazing one, just a decent one that will stop the phone from getting scratched that I can buy from the UK so I dont have to pay international shipping fees and that will nicely fit the t-mobile version.
Been looking for ages but they seem to be hard to come by!
Cheers
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Well how about this for a change? Got it for 7.99 with Free Shipping (Arrived in 6 business days) and it looks like the Seidio one except way friggin' cheaper and it looks good.
NEW BLACK SILICONE SKIN CASE FOR HTC TOUCH PRO FUZE ATT
I'm sure the UK eBay would have something similar too.
The bottom one is exactly the type of thing im looking for. however anyone know of one that doesnt have to open before I can slide the screen up?
Also another problem is the back section where the gap for the camera is, as I have the t-mobile branded version of the phone i have a rectangle backing, like the image below.
http://www.slashphone.com/media/data/796/307062517.jpg
dlweston said:
I have this case: http://www.pdair.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=11000365_11000370_11000580&products_id=15119. I really like it. I carry the case in my pocket at work. When I want to put it on my belt I screw in the include knob and use the included belt clip. Only $28.00 from PDair with worldwide free shipping. I can find it a little cheaper at other sites that resale it, but not by the time I add shipping. It is a little slow getting it, because it ships from Hong Kong. I have bought several cases from them over the years. I have got them in as little as three days once and once it took a week. Normally 4 or 5 days to the midwest of the US.
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I like the case, but does the flap get in the way when trying to make a call?
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I like the case, but does the flap get in the way when trying to make a call?
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No sir. It flips all the way around to the back of the phone. I got a case just like it for my 8525. I really like the design.
dlweston said:
No sir. It flips all the way around to the back of the phone. I got a case just like it for my 8525. I really like the design.
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Looks like I may have found my case then!! Now to go for book style or the other... hmmm....
How does the phone stay in the Pdair case? Is there a plastic film over the slideout keyboard? I couldn't tell for sure from the pictures.
The best Case Ever
Hey I just got my new Kursell orbit flex case And let me say the best I have ever had it's a Stay in case with a plastic cover over the keyboard also it's a 2 part case So the front lid comes off along with slots for a micro and sd card slot in the case WoW.... Take a look
http://www.cases.com/kr75388.htm
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How does the phone stay in the Pdair case? Is there a plastic film over the slideout keyboard? I couldn't tell for sure from the pictures.
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It does have the film over keyboard which isn't as comfy ad plain Fuze on itself, but out of all other cases i have seen, this one is more decent then the rest...