Does anyone have a link to get a Docking Station? keen for something i can just place my X5 onto.
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Does anyone have a link to get a Docking Station? keen for something i can just place my X5 onto.
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A docking station, like for a spaceship?
Kidding, some iphone ones work well enough.
Android-dock
They ship international too.
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A docking station, like for a spaceship?
Kidding, some iphone ones work well enough.
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Can you link some working ones? Thx
My brothers one for iPhone 3gs works nicely, not sure of branding or anything. But they're pretty standard.
Micro USB on a 30-pin 3GS dock? Or is it just a 'stand' without connection?
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Android-dock
They ship international too.
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come on it's cute
simplistian said:
Micro USB on a 30-pin 3GS dock? Or is it just a 'stand' without connection?
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That's the point. Maybe it can be clearified
I ve found this on ebay http://cgi.ebay.com/New-Car-Holder-...384063?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3f0a28c67f the seller says its for x5
One of the many reasons I wish manufacturers would've standardised on a MiniUSB connector instead of a MicroUSB connector, is the fact that the MiniUSB slots in effortlessly so is ideal for a docking station - the MicroUSB on the other hand is a pain in the backside to both slide in and slide out. Strangely, there's very little difference in the external size of the connector itself, so there's really no (as far as I can see) advantage in using MicroUSB.
That being said... Unless Huawei release their own U8800-specific dock or the 'phone itself becomes enormously popular, I doubt there'll ever be a proper dock available for it. By "proper" I mean one that you can just throw the 'phone at, and it'll (by virtue of the form-specific design) slot straight into its connector - this is the situation I have with the after-market dock I got for my HTC TouchPro.
It looks like that for the U8800, we'll have to make do with a "universal" dock. The one sebgus mentioned is about as good as it gets, but at around AUD$60 plus postage, it's a painful proposition for something which isn't even purpose-built.
By the looks of it, the Google Nexus One dock might fit the bill, but frankly I couldn't be bothered tracking down the dimensions (hey, it's nearly 2:30am here!). However... Even if the dimensions (width and thickness) of the 'phone were the same, there'd still be the U8800's ultra-curved end to consider - it may well slot into the dock perfectly but then want to overbalance to one side or the other. This however might be cured with some styrene wedged/glued into the corners to keep the 'phone upright?
The only other option would be to go the genuinely universal route, but then you're just getting a 'phone holder - and that's not what a dock's all about.
I'll do some more investigation into this thought tomorrow after I've had a few hours' sleep.
Edit: Bugger the sleep! Just looked up the dimensions, and it seems it might work...
U8800: 62mm (W) x 11.6mm (D)
Nexus One: 59.8mm (W) x 11.5mm (D)
Depending on the depth of the resting recess, the U8800's extra width may actually counteract its curved bottom edge.
Does anyone here have access to a shop which sells Nexus One docks, in which they can try to fit their U8800? They're cheap enough from eBay (around AUD$14), but it'd be far more prudent to try it out before parting with your cash.
The Nexus One docks wont fit, because the microUSB plug points in "wrong direction".
AliWam said:
The Nexus One docks wont fit, because the microUSB plug points in "wrong direction".
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Yep, just noticed that myself...
I wonder how "butcherable" they'd be, to allow the plug to be re-mounted the other way 'round?
HTC Sensation
Oddly enough, the HTC Sensation dock works fine, my dad has one and every now and then I slip my phone into it. It's not a flush fit, but it does the job
Have anyone tried a docking station? Is it working good?
i want to make it by myself but i need someone who makes silicone form and then mold it with plastic.
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Found a Docking Station for the X3 on ebay h__p://xxx.ebay.de/itm/USB-Dockingstation-Ladestation-Huawei-Ideos-X3-U8510-/170720897957
But the X3 is a little bit smaller, so the X5 may not fit in /
Philips AS111/37 Fidelio Docking Speaker for Android is a nice universal solution...
wolfgr said:
Philips AS111/37 Fidelio Docking Speaker for Android is a nice universal solution...
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It's ugly and expensive.
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Just bougth this: http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/160652073307
If you need a quick dock solution without charging you can use the case from an old mini DV tape case.
Just open up the case, the X5 fits pretty well. If you're brave enough you might even try gluing a charging cable on the bottom, I tried but the super glue didn't really hold well.
I think, only docking station is your computer
You can play music, and watch videos with this dock
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Thank you Silent_Fang i did your solution. Yes, i confirm that it's perfectly fit to phone.
And i have a new idea for that : make a hole, bottom of cassette case for usb connecting...
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Can anyone reccomend a good cable or are they all basically the same. I have seem some on ebay. I just wanted some advice if anyone knows better.
Thank you.
This one is small and compact;
http://www.semsons.com/2miusband3st.html
I got this one: http://www.pdashop.nl/product/41080/45045/3327/veripart-standard-headset-converter-htc-extusb.html dunno where to get that outside of Netherlands but they gotta have it somewhere...
I aspecially like the very short plug and the very flexible short wire; there 's hardly no chance of breaking this because off too much strain on the plug
The best one I have is the one I made by taking a TyTN's headset with nice angle connector, chopping it off and modifying it as per Matt and Tracy's Blog;
http://www.tracyandmatt.co.uk/blogs/index.php/2006/08/18/orange_spv_m3100_headphone_adapter_hack
RemE said:
This one is small and compact;
http://www.semsons.com/2miusband3st.html
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I can second this one; Got it originally for my Hermes and it also fits the Kaiser. It's compact, has 3.5mm jack AND Mini USB connector.
I like this one
http://www.mobilecityonline.com/wireless/store/productdetail.asp?productid=22740
The right angle the cable takes easies my fears of straining the miniUSB port and weaking/loosening the contacts. I don't like the longer, straight-out USB connections on other headphone adapters. Although RemE's Semsons combo miniUSB/3.5mm adapter is pretty cool. I probably would have gotten that if I had known about it earlier.
Here's another, in-stock and cheaper;
http://www.seidioonline.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=776
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Here's another, in-stock and cheaper;
http://www.seidioonline.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=776
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sweet, bought, thanks!
For UK users, I found a right angle one at expansys
Bah, they are out of stock, anyone know where to get a right-angle one in the UK now?
I did find a non-right angle one for 1p though
right angle with a stereo plug/jack make sense ... because when you turn/twist ... the round plug would rotate ... less stress ..etc
but with a mimiUSB/extUSB ... IT JUST DOESN'T MAKE SENSE AT ALL !
when you turn/twist ... that rectangular connection would just twist/turn ... the damage would be the same whether it is right angled or not ..
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right angle with a stereo plug/jack make sense ... because when you turn/twist ... the round plug would rotate ... less stress ..etc
but with a mimiUSB/extUSB ... IT JUST DOESN'T MAKE SENSE AT ALL !
when you turn/twist ... that rectangular connection would just twist/turn ... the damage would be the same whether it is right angled or not ..
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Except a right angled plug takes stress off the plug because it moves tword your head, as opposed to straight, unless you have the kaiser upside down. If its sideways in the holster, instead of pointing out it points up
I prefer the angle for watching video in landscape mode, the cord goes straight down.
I think it also has less damaging "leverage" on the connector of the phone, I'm less worried about twisting, it's bending I worry about, simply my opinion.
Hi,
What is the audio quality like when connecting one of the above mini usb converters? does it noticeably degrade in any way?
ump001 said:
Hi,
What is the audio quality like when connecting one of the above mini usb converters? does it noticeably degrade in any way?
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This is just wire, no active circuitry, there is no effect on sound.
RemE said:
This is just wire, no active circuitry, there is no effect on sound.
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Technically there has to be an effect on the sound as you have just introduced a connector which has impedance . Whether you can hear the difference is another matter. If the connector is a really, really cheap one then you may be able to hear.
Yah, whatever. Technically the "impedance" of a 1-6 inch piece of wire ain't much, far less than fraction of an ohm which is mouse nuts compared to the impedance of the ear buds speakers, so I'll go with "makes no difference". Quibble away...
Im still partial to the Semsons one since ti would still aloow the phone to be charged simultaneously (like if I was on a long plane ride).
nice, thanks!
exactly what i wanted + cheapest : http://cgi.befr.ebay.be/Enhanced-Mi...ryZ14419QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD2VQQcmdZViewItem
Hello,
Would someone please recommended a good/decent wired headset/mic earphone? Ideally one with the USB male end that the Tilt will accept.
Thanks.
if you have a good set of 3.5mm headphones you can use this
http://www.seidioonline.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=866
I just got mine, works great. A bit hard to insert the male into the kaiser for the first time (in my case it was to big for the female, lol)
ekw said:
if you have a good set of 3.5mm headphones you can use this
http://www.seidioonline.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=866
I just got mine, works great. A bit hard to insert the male into the kaiser for the first time (in my case it was to big for the female, lol)
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Thanks ekw.
That may be a viable option.
Tex........
I got something similar in the retractable InEar Isolators, also from Seidio (http://www.seidioonline.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=777)
i can confirm that they work well, both in the sense of working well with the kaiser and also working well in terms of sound quality. I have only had them for a while and don't make that many phone calls, but have had no complaints so far about the mic quality, but still too early to judge on this.
my main complaint is the way the jack bends to the right, which obstructs taking the stylus out on my kaiser. i can still take it out, but only with considerable effort.
Anyone know if a straight plug version is avail?
somynex said:
I got something similar in the retractable InEar Isolators, also from Seidio (http://www.seidioonline.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=777)
i can confirm that they work well, both in the sense of working well with the kaiser and also working well in terms of sound quality. I have only had them for a while and don't make that many phone calls, but have had no complaints so far about the mic quality, but still too early to judge on this.
my main complaint is the way the jack bends to the right, which obstructs taking the stylus out on my kaiser. i can still take it out, but only with considerable effort.
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Thanks for that mini review. Is anyone aware of a seller in the UK with a straight plug version of these? I'd rather avoid the $25 postage they charge to post it to the UK. What an oversight to not consider whether the stylus can be removed properly when the headset is plugged in It makes me wonder if they actually tested out a prototype before putting them into production. The way I see it, the only acceptable plug shape is straight because even if it bent 90 degrees to the other side then it would interfere with any attached lanyard, bent up would obstruct the microSD slot and down means the device wouldn't sit flat.
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Thanks for that mini review. Is anyone aware of a seller in the UK with a straight plug version of these? I'd rather avoid the $25 postage they charge to post it to the UK. What an oversight to not consider whether the stylus can be removed properly when the headset is plugged in It makes me wonder if they actually tested out a prototype before putting them into production. The way I see it, the only acceptable plug shape is straight because even if it bent 90 degrees to the other side then it would interfere with any attached lanyard, bent up would obstruct the microSD slot and down means the device wouldn't sit flat.
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This might work for you. http://www.expansys.com/p.aspx?i=148518&asource=151713
BTW, anyone try this yet??
It has a straight plug, and you can get it from expansys UK...
I've been happy with the HTC OEM earphones from this guy: http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-OEM-STEREO-...ryZ20336QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Hard to beat his price - less than five bucks delivered in the US. I was impressed enough that I went back and bought a second pair.
The USB jack on the ones that I have bends 90 degrees to the left, so the stylus isn't covered.
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This might work for you. http://www.expansys.com/p.aspx?i=148518&asource=151713
BTW, anyone try this yet??
It has a straight plug, and you can get it from expansys UK...
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Thanks for the link. It’s not worth me crossgrading from the original HTC supplied headset for those - they seem much the same sort of thing. If you look at the other link I was referring to you'll see they're the sort of earphones that go right into your ears. The problems I have with my current original TyTN II headset include the foam 'socks' falling off regularly (the original socks only lasted a month or two and as HTC don't sell replacements, I'm now using Motorola ones) also they're a less than comfortable fit. If enough people enquire with Seidio then it may speed up the process of them releasing straight plug versions (hopefully with a decent carrying box).
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I've been happy with the HTC OEM earphones from this guy: http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-OEM-STEREO-...ryZ20336QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Hard to beat his price - less than five bucks delivered in the US. I was impressed enough that I went back and bought a second pair.
The USB jack on the ones that I have bends 90 degrees to the left, so the stylus isn't covered.
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Thanks! Just ordered one...
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Thanks! Just ordered one...
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Same here.
For all of you who don't like these standard-earphones:
http://www.digitec.ch/?param=toppreise&wert=146036
With this one, a change of earphones is possible!
does any know if the car dock sold on the google site fit mounting the nexus one using a gel skin? im sure everyone knows this gel skin. the very flexible rubbery one. if you have the car dock from the google site and use one of these gels please let me know how it fits in the holder! i dont want to find the gel is too thick and wont fit and have to remove it each time or dont want it to pinch the rubber over time making a hole on the gel.
many thanks to those who reply!!!
ahh please ignore this thread as i googled many images of general cheap car docks but finally found the official one with a very nice image of the inner holder. there is little pins to connect to the bottom of the phone so im guessing the phone must be without a case or skin.
I would assume that any casing will not work with the car dock. I haven't actually tried, but the desktop dock (which I do own) never worked, not even with nothing more than an Invisishield skin on my phone. I had to pull it off to get consistent connectivity.
So, I'm sort of basing what I think on the design of the desktop dock...it's pretty clear Google didn't even consider that people would want to protect their phones anywhere but on the screen itself.
I did get a pretty sweet car dock at Best Buy that has worked wonderfully.
ah yes thank you. i agree they should of considered this but then again its also part of the case itself for blocking the bottom. you actually also answered another question i thought about, was considering an invisable sheld but glad you posted your experince with that too. and i would of totally paid for the desktop dock but i rather have protecting on my phone. oh well.
The dock is very tight.you wont be able to use a skin.i free ball with my phone with the included case and mine is fine
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The dock is very tight.you wont be able to use a skin.i free ball with my phone with the included case and mine is fine
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That's what she said.
Anyone try any Kindle DX case with the Iconia A500 yet? They are almost the same size -- I think the Kindle is less than 1/2" wider though.
Dimension
Kindle DX vs A500
Long side
26.4 cm vs 26 cm
Short side
18.3 cm vs 17.7 cm
Thickness
1 cm vs 1.33 cm
Also looks like the Viewsonic G-Tablet is almost identical in size.
Long side
26.7 cm vs 26 cm
Short side
17.3 cm vs 17.7 cm
Thickness
1.3 cm vs 1.33 cm
I was using this case and it did fit, but it made the tab very heavy. I like the Acer case better.
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Yes I have a dx case, this one
http://cgi.ebay.com/Android-10-View...&otn=5&po=LVI&ps=63&clkid=9203031377927262265
Fits great. Straps cover the buttons and charge port but not big deal
propagandax - i like that style. any photos?
i also like this... keyboard/case combo for the g-tablet.
http://www.amazon.com/Viewsonic-G-T...9N1O/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1305621130&sr=8-6
minotauri said:
propagandax - i like that style. any photos?
i also like this... keyboard/case combo for the g-tablet.
http://www.amazon.com/Viewsonic-G-T...9N1O/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1305621130&sr=8-6
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I have been looking at this but I didn't want to purchase it with out knowing that it will work. Can you post a pic or two of your your Acer mounted in the case?
Thanks.
depperly said:
I have been looking at this but I didn't want to purchase it with out knowing that it will work. Can you post a pic or two of your your Acer mounted in the case?
Thanks.
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he posted some pics in the Cases thread.
depperly said:
I have been looking at this but I didn't want to purchase it with out knowing that it will work. Can you post a pic or two of your your Acer mounted in the case?
Thanks.
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Here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=13902786&postcount=64
I have the G-Tab case with the keyboard and it works great as long as you use a USB hub. it doesn't matter which one and you can multiple devices with the hub. I tested with two keyboards and they both worked at the same time. Without the hub, the keyboard will not work.
carlosmontanez said:
I have the G-Tab case with the keyboard and it works great as long as you use a USB hub. it doesn't matter which one and you can multiple devices with the hub. I tested with two keyboards and they both worked at the same time. Without the hub, the keyboard will not work.
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Here are some pics:
Sent from my Desire HD using XDA Premium App
propagandax said:
Yes I have a dx case, this one
http://cgi.ebay.com/Android-10-View...&otn=5&po=LVI&ps=63&clkid=9203031377927262265
Fits great. Straps cover the buttons and charge port but not big deal
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Found it on Amazon ($19) if anyone cares, about to pick it up.
http://amzn.to/jpE2a8
jtheking said:
Found it on Amazon ($19) if anyone cares, about to pick it up.
http://amzn.to/jpE2a8
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Ordered that one myself last night.
carlosmontanez said:
I have the G-Tab case with the keyboard and it works great as long as you use a USB hub. it doesn't matter which one and you can multiple devices with the hub. I tested with two keyboards and they both worked at the same time. Without the hub, the keyboard will not work.
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Thank you so much! I have the same case and I was bummed it didn't work.
Tried and it and it works beautifully! And I can use the mouse as well with the hub
Shigster said:
Thank you so much! I have the same case and I was bummed it didn't work.
Tried and it and it works beautifully! And I can use the mouse as well with the hub
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No problem. The mouse actually works too. You just don't get the pointer, yet. I believe Honeycomb 3.1 should take care of that.
carlosmontanez said:
No problem. The mouse actually works too. You just don't get the pointer, yet. I believe Honeycomb 3.1 should take care of that.
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If you use the Mouse.apk that is floating around in development you do get a pointer =P
carlosmontanez said:
I have the G-Tab case with the keyboard and it works great as long as you use a USB hub. it doesn't matter which one and you can multiple devices with the hub. I tested with two keyboards and they both worked at the same time. Without the hub, the keyboard will not work.
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Just ordered this case and a very cool ultra portable USB HUB (link). With a bit of luck I think I can tuck this hub into the case and not have to have a second piece to lug around. I will post picks once I have it all together. With this case, that hub and my touch screen stylus (link), I think I have a laptop replacement. Well maybe not a full replacement, but a travel partner that can do everything I need it to while I am out and about...
depperly said:
Just ordered this case and a very cool ultra portable USB HUB (link). With a bit of luck I think I can tuck this hub into the case and not have to have a second piece to lug around. I will post picks once I have it all together. With this case, that hub and my touch screen stylus (link), I think I have a laptop replacement. Well maybe not a full replacement, but a travel partner that can do everything I need it to while I am out and about...
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My case was bigger than the tab so it would slide out a bit. Also I was worried of the flap holding it back coming in and opening the case and my tab coming out.
So I bought some of those velcro stickers (placed on top of some carbon fiber vinyl to protect the tablet) and voila, the tablet stays in place and can be easily taken off.
Just a tip if you want to secure the tablet a bit more
depperly said:
Just ordered this case and a very cool ultra portable USB HUB (link). With a bit of luck I think I can tuck this hub into the case and not have to have a second piece to lug around. I will post picks once I have it all together. With this case, that hub and my touch screen stylus (link), I think I have a laptop replacement. Well maybe not a full replacement, but a travel partner that can do everything I need it to while I am out and about...
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Here is a pic of the Iconia in the GTablet keyboard case. As with everyone else, I have to use a hub in order to get the keyboard to work.
It is a bit larger in dimension than the Iconia, but I found that the Iconia in the acer case fits like a glove.
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Ordered that one myself last night.
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Got it. Fits well except the power/sleep button was covered by one of the thicker leather corner holds. I had to flip it and now its covered by the thinner elastic corner hold, but is accessible
i just ordered the senyx leather case (for the Kindle DX) from amazon. they updated their description to include "A500 compatibility" hehe.
We'll see how it goes. Probably going to return the Acer OEM case today back to staples. not a big fan of it.
depperly said:
Just ordered this case and a very cool ultra portable USB HUB (link). With a bit of luck I think I can tuck this hub into the case and not have to have a second piece to lug around. I will post picks once I have it all together. With this case, that hub and my touch screen stylus (link), I think I have a laptop replacement. Well maybe not a full replacement, but a travel partner that can do everything I need it to while I am out and about...
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Thanks for the info. I like the hub and it looks like it should fit well inside the case.
i came from Htc one X and i was using kidigi car mount, and was nice because i just need to "dock" in the mount no need to "plug" the wire like in universal mount. i read here about wireless car charger but not sure, its kind expensive and im kind temted for htc one (and this phone does not have wireless charging capabilities) so im not sure if i should buy. i was thinking something like this
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=110978510653&ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:US:1123
i heard about clingo but not sure how many "uses" you need before the need for wash. so anyone knows a good car mount? should i buy for n4 or universal? if you had a link would be nice (ebay ) because amazon its to expensive to my country =X
Thanks a lot
zen kun said:
i came from Htc one X and i was using kidigi car mount, and was nice because i just need to "dock" in the mount no need to "plug" the wire like in universal mount. i read here about wireless car charger but not sure, its kind expensive and im kind temted for htc one (and this phone does not have wireless charging capabilities) so im not sure if i should buy. i was thinking something like this
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=110978510653&ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:US:1123
i heard about clingo but not sure how many "uses" you need before the need for wash. so anyone knows a good car mount? should i buy for n4 or universal? if you had a link would be nice (ebay ) because amazon its to expensive to my country =X
Thanks a lot
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I always go universal, personally. Because I can probably use the same mount down the road or my wife's phone can fit in it as well. The one you listed is good but also I like the iottie universal mounts as well.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/iOttie-Easy...716445?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item27cf4df1dd
These have the "gel" cups rather than the plain suction cups that easily warp in the hot sun. The gel pads are really sticky like the clingo, but the suction cup can be wiped clean with a damp lint free cloth to reconstitute the adhesive gel it uses. I use two different car mounts.
One is the Kropsson Aero which fits both my N7 (naked) and N4. I since cut the cushion pads down so that I can use it with my N7 with the Seidio Active case on lol.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/AER-jumiss-...040?pt=GPS_Holders_Mounts&hash=item4605c94078
And my second go to mount is mainly for my N7, the Xenomix NX2000 because even though I can use the above kropsson, the N7 does slightly obstruct my view. This Xenomix hangs off the dash a bit and keeps the N7 out of sight and I can clearly see out. Another 'good' thing is that I can use this with my N4 as well. I say "good" because you can't charge the phone while using this, the ports are covered lol.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/XENOMIX-2X-...der_Mounts_Stands_Holders&hash=item3f20968a39
There's my .02
kpjimmy said:
I always go universal, personally. Because I can probably use the same mount down the road or my wife's phone can fit in it as well. The one you listed is good but also I like the iottie universal mounts as well.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/iOttie-Easy...716445?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item27cf4df1dd
These have the "gel" cups rather than the plain suction cups that easily warp in the hot sun. The gel pads are really sticky like the clingo, but the suction cup can be wiped clean with a damp lint free cloth to reconstitute the adhesive gel it uses. I use two different car mounts.
One is the Kropsson Aero which fits both my N7 (naked) and N4. I since cut the cushion pads down so that I can use it with my N7 with the Seidio Active case on lol.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/AER-jumiss-...040?pt=GPS_Holders_Mounts&hash=item4605c94078
And my second go to mount is mainly for my N7, the Xenomix NX2000 because even though I can use the above kropsson, the N7 does slightly obstruct my view. This Xenomix hangs off the dash a bit and keeps the N7 out of sight and I can clearly see out. Another 'good' thing is that I can use this with my N4 as well. I say "good" because you can't charge the phone while using this, the ports are covered lol.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/XENOMIX-2X-...der_Mounts_Stands_Holders&hash=item3f20968a39
There's my .02
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thanks a lot, i will check aereo seems nice and the price its cool as well, the only thing i need check on my car its since i had long legs i usally put my seat a little far from dash (and the dash its kind far away by car model :S) the aero can stick on the wind and dash? imean i can put into the dash and then the wind and the again in the dash without problems? just cleaning the gel?
Thanks a lot i really apreciate
zen kun said:
thanks a lot, i will check aereo seems nice and the price its cool as well, the only thing i need check on my car its since i had long legs i usally put my seat a little far from dash (and the dash its kind far away by car model :S) the aero can stick on the wind and dash? imean i can put into the dash and then the wind and the again in the dash without problems? just cleaning the gel?
Thanks a lot i really apreciate
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The Aero is not meant to be placed on the windshield. In that respect look for the iottie's with the cushioned grips that can do both windshield and dash.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/iOttie-Easy...686615?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item51a00ef857
This is the "one touch" mounts. Where you just press the phone back slightly will release the grips. This is similar to the Aero I have. I just don't like putting suction cups on my windshield.
ProclipsUSA
Best car mount?
If you want the best, be prepared to pay for the best.
http://www.proclipusa.com/
Look up the different DEVICE holder for the Nexus 4.
Look to find a mount suited for your VEHICLE.
I got the swivel mount for my accord and it came up to about $80. It's a bit on the pricier side, but these are truly the BEST mounts you will ever use, hands down.
Regards,
100% agree that Proclip (US name for Brodit) are the best mounts you can get. They're pricey but worth it.
I'm actually looking to sell my Nexus 4 mount with integrated charger, so shoot me a PM if you're interested in a bit of a cheaper price (you'll still need the vehicle plate). I'm only getting rid of mine since I've started using a case for my phone instead of going naked.
var1126 said:
Best car mount?
If you want the best, be prepared to pay for the best.
http://www.proclipusa.com/
Look up the different DEVICE holder for the Nexus 4.
Look to find a mount suited for your VEHICLE.
I got the swivel mount for my accord and it came up to about $80. It's a bit on the pricier side, but these are truly the BEST mounts you will ever use, hands down.
Regards,
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They are nice, my issue is that if I need a mount for my car and I can simply move from car to car without worry if the proclip will fit. From my understanding proclips fit a specific car model. So not really universal when you can use it in one model of a vehicle. So I'll need to buy two of these mounts to make it work and while worthwhile in the long run, 1. Is too expensive, 2. and what if I need to buy a new/different car for whatever reason?
And can you use different cases with these mounts? I see the one that can fit "some cases" but there's a limit there. A 40 plus 30 clip for each car, makes it about $140usd to be used each car.
Those factors alone, keep "ME" from buying it.
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They are nice, my issue is that if I need a mount for my car and I can simply move from car to car without worry if the proclip will fit. From my understanding proclips fit a specific car model. So not really universal when you can use it in one model of a vehicle. So I'll need to buy two of these mounts to make it work and while worthwhile in the long run, 1. Is too expensive, 2. and what if I need to buy a new/different car for whatever reason?
And can you use different cases with these mounts?
Those factors alone, keep "ME" from buying it.
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seems like the phones, new phones new cases and accs xD but yeah they are specific as far i see. iOttie seems good pick
They have a system to swap the mount from car-to-car but you'll still need the car specific mount in each car, so if you're constantly swapping they don't really make sense.
Knolly said:
They have a system to swap the mount from car-to-car but you'll still need the car specific mount in each car, so if you're constantly swapping they don't really make sense.
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oh i see, i dont really switch from cars" lol i will check how much and if they shipp to mexico =X
I use a ballistic case and the garmin gps holders grip it real well. There are two small cut outs in the sides of the case that aid in the grip.
They're only a few bucks on ebay or like $20 at best buy.
I'm using the Mountek mount that goes inside the CD drive. I don't use CD's anymore so it doesn't get in my way. I think it's a little pricey but totally worth it. Depending on your console it may get in the way of some of your buttons which it doesn't on my car. Also, some cars (such as my grandma's) have the CD slot lower in the console and the phone would be too low for me.
Mountek nGroove
I almost went with the Exogear Exomount 2 but I didn't think it would stick to my dashboard since it's textured and contoured a bit.
Exogear Exomount 2
I use the mount for maps and with a OBD2 Adapter. Now I just need the Jabra Cruiser 2 to go on sale so I can have a complete setup.
eliter1 said:
I'm using the Mountek mount that goes inside the CD drive. I don't use CD's anymore so it doesn't get in my way. I think it's a little pricey but totally worth it. Depending on your console it may get in the way of some of your buttons which it doesn't on my car. Also, some cars (such as my grandma's) have the CD slot lower in the console and the phone would be too low for me.
Mountek nGroove
I almost went with the Exogear Exomount 2 but I didn't think it would stick to my dashboard since it's textured and contoured a bit.
Exogear Exomount 2
I use the mount for maps and with a OBD2 Adapter. Now I just need the Jabra Cruiser 2 to go on sale so I can have a complete setup.
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yeah i was looking something like this on CD because my ibiza has too far the dashboard and it has inclined surface, seems the best its wind screen or CD, something that i want to know its "privacy" in middle of my car if a wild message appear or something i dont like people look at it. so its any way to move a little to my side?? (not talking abot 360 degrees) more like turn the holder to my side. i hope its clear this
Thanks
zen kun said:
yeah i was looking something like this on CD because my ibiza has too far the dashboard and it has inclined surface, seems the best its wind screen or CD, something that i want to know its "privacy" in middle of my car if a wild message appear or something i dont like people look at it. so its any way to move a little to my side?? (not talking abot 360 degrees) more like turn the holder to my side. i hope its clear this
Thanks
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It doesn't slide but there is a considerable amount of tilt. You wouldn't be able to hide it from someone in the back seat but the person in the passenger seat would have to move in order to look at the screen. Again, this probably depends on how your console is set up, mine is dead center.
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It doesn't slide but there is a considerable amount of tilt. You wouldn't be able to hide it from someone in the back seat but the person in the passenger seat would have to move in order to look at the screen. Again, this probably depends on how your console is set up, mine is dead center.
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im interested in passenger mainly thanks i will take a look seems its nice spot. when driving you had problems idk calling,waze and so on? watching the phone instead wind screen?
zen kun said:
im interested in passenger mainly thanks i will take a look seems its nice spot. when driving you had problems idk calling,waze and so on? watching the phone instead wind screen?
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The phone is at a perfect height for me. For maps I don't look at the screen very often because the turn by turn directions are enough most of the time. Calls are not perfect with the speaker phone or with voice commands (I have to scream to the phone) that's why I need to buy a bluetooth speaker phone.
eliter1 said:
I'm using the Mountek mount that goes inside the CD drive. I don't use CD's anymore so it doesn't get in my way. I think it's a little pricey but totally worth it. Depending on your console it may get in the way of some of your buttons which it doesn't on my car. Also, some cars (such as my grandma's) have the CD slot lower in the console and the phone would be too low for me.
Mountek nGroove
I almost went with the Exogear Exomount 2 but I didn't think it would stick to my dashboard since it's textured and contoured a bit.
Exogear Exomount 2
I use the mount for maps and with a OBD2 Adapter. Now I just need the Jabra Cruiser 2 to go on sale so I can have a complete setup.
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I have a similar setup in my Truck. I have a JVC head unit that has an external AUX port where my HTC Car Stereo stick goes to stream stuff from my N4 or N7. Use either Aero or Xenomix mount for my device, or none at all and to answer any calls, I use a Parrot Minikit Neo. This little guy goes to deep sleep and wakes up when the door opens or closes and I customized it with a greeting and signing off greeting which greets my 4 yr old when we get in the truck. She loves it lol.
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I have a similar setup in my Truck. I have a JVC head unit that has an external AUX port where my HTC Car Stereo stick goes to stream stuff from my N4 or N7. Use either Aero or Xenomix mount for my device, or none at all and to answer any calls, I use a Parrot Minikit Neo. This little guy goes to deep sleep and wakes up when the door opens or closes and I customized it with a greeting and signing off greeting which greets my 4 yr old when we get in the truck. She loves it lol.
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The Parrot Minikit Neo looks very nice. I wish it had an FM tuner though. I know it's not the best way to stream music but it's the only way to do it on my car stereo.
The Arkon Slim-Grip Ultra looks awesome, to bad I can't buy it yet in europe, will wait a couple of weeks and hope that it pops up.
silent assassin said:
The Arkon Slim-Grip Ultra looks awesome, to bad I can't buy it yet in europe, will wait a couple of weeks and hope that it pops up.
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The CD one looks nice as well, too many options not sure what should i do LOL xD