http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...-Cell+Phones+Accessories-_-SAMSUNG-_-75998663
Alright. What's the lowdown on that Dock? Does it come with Speakers or do I need to plug them in separately? Is the Samsung App any good? How well does it work with Alarm Apps? Could I use it as an Alarm Dock? What's a good alarm app for an alarm dock? Does the screen stay on the whole time like a clock or does it shut off? Do I even want it on the whole time? Any competing, better products out there?
I *do* have Speakers, an excellent Blueant M1 Bluetooth Speaker set, but I'd rather not have to sync them up/plug them in everytime I put my alarm in my dock. I mean I could do it... moving on.
I like the Samsung Dock because it looks like a nice bedside holder for a clock/alarm. But, for my Desk, I want something to hold it upright. I've seen in the past some makeshift docks made out of business cards or those major paper clips. What options do I have for my Captivate?
Thanks everyone.
See the reviews in this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=820648
You'll need Froyo to use the 3.5mm audio out jack. [EDIT] Correction, you'll need the official Froyo in order to use the 3.5mm audio out jack, whenever that'll be. [/EDIT]
For anyone that owns the car dock:
1) how's the quality? Is it nice? Or is it a cheapo peice of junk?
2) how does it charge the phone? Via cigarette lighter? Or does it not charge the phone?
3) if I wanted to listen to music, does it come with/turn into an FM transmitter? Or do I just plug it into the auxiliary port on my car?
Thanks!
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I can speak to the Moto version, it's the one I have. There's an AT&T branded one also. Moto version comes with a USB connection from the dock to a dual USB cigarette lighter charger. At the charger end of the USB plug, there's a short pigtail female aux jack that can plug directly to a 1/8" stereo aux cable to go to your 1/8" aux jack in your stereo (comes with cable also). It charges well, except when the battery gets hot. It tends to do that in direct sunlight unless you blow a/c on it. I would suggest looking at a vent clip for it, that's my plan. This would most likely work with it: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0015A6YN6/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&m=ATVPDKIKX0DER
I found this online: http://www.androidcentral.com/motorola-atrix-car-dock-eyes-mwc
Is that the car dock you own? I didn't see anything on it like the cables you described.
Sinful Animosity said:
I found this online: http://www.androidcentral.com/motorola-atrix-car-dock-eyes-mwc
Is that the car dock you own? I didn't see anything on it like the cables you described.
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Yep, USB plugs into the back in that square indent. It wasn't a thorough review.
I got the ATT one and that one does not come with a charger. It comes with the usb/aux cable and dock. I got a rocketfish 2 AMP charger and it works great for it. Charging is great other than when it gets really hot in the sun (all black interior)
The new car dock 2.3.4 software is great and looks better than the earlier 2.2.2 and via AUX the sound quality is great on spotify / slacker / FLAC's and and mp3's into my stereo. I have my mounted near my gearbox and can easily tap what I want while shifting.
Work the money... I think all docks are worth it if it works into your day to day usage.
Thanks guys. Planning on buying this now I've got the Motorola Car Charger from Amazon, so not having a charger come with it is okay for me.
I've heard the dock doesn't work with many cases, so I want to build my own, but the split cable is the most important part. Does anyone know where I can get one, or even which wires are set to which pins? I could solder up my own if I had to, but would need to know what I was supposed to end up with first.
Incognitum said:
I've heard the dock doesn't work with many cases, so I want to build my own, but the split cable is the most important part. Does anyone know where I can get one, or even which wires are set to which pins? I could solder up my own if I had to, but would need to know what I was supposed to end up with first.
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You can get the official Moto case on cnn.cn then by removing the insert from th dock you get a perfect fit. There is a thread on it: Ruggedized Battery Cover.
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just to chime in
I have the moto version purchased thru att for $25. The dock works great plugged into the aux on my car. I've even used it to take calls handsfree through my car's stereo (have to turn the volume down on the phone pretty low for best results). The suction cup works well and holds it tight, I use it on my bike as well for bluetooth to my SENA SMH10 on my helmet.
rknight68 said:
I have the moto version purchased thru att for $25. The dock works great plugged into the aux on my car. I've even used it to take calls handsfree through my car's stereo (have to turn the volume down on the phone pretty low for best results). The suction cup works well and holds it tight, I use it on my bike as well for bluetooth to my SENA SMH10 on my helmet.
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Wow! How'd you get it for $25?
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Corp discount, we get 30% off accesories...
any can find the way to control the volume from the phone , when it's plug into car dock ? ?
luiscsi17 said:
any can find the way to control the volume from the phone , when it's plug into car dock ? ?
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The volume rocker maintains control.
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I went ahead and purchased the phone through AT&T and used the 25% off discount for a steal at $29 plus two day free shipping.
thanx!! jj
but it's doesn't work , for some reason when we upgrade to gb we loose control volume thru usb the same as car dock use it
I also noticed that the only control the volume rocker has over the phone when docked in the car is either on or off. This is not good for me, I used the phone through car speakers and can not control the volume from the phone. This makes the calls distorted...
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I also noticed that the only control the volume rocker has over the phone when docked in the car is either on or off. This is not good for me, I used the phone through car speakers and can not control the volume from the phone. This makes the calls distorted...
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Sounds like you are running a customized ROM with the wake on volume mod. The car dock application runs on top of the standby / lock screen, so my guess is that the volume rocker has been hijacked by the mod, preventing the volume from being able to control the volume when locked and car dock app active. I think gingerbread has a way to go still which is why I am still on Froyo.
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Sounds like you are running a customized ROM with the wake on volume mod. The car dock application runs on top of the standby / lock screen, so my guess is that the volume rocker has been hijacked by the mod, preventing the volume from being able to control the volume when locked and car dock app active. I think gingerbread has a way to go still which is why I am still on Froyo.
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I believe this is correct, and I agree fully on the gb thing. I want to put it on my phone so bad, but something keeps telling me to wait. I even dl'd the ninja rom over the weekend and have the zip sitting there looking at me... tempting me...
Anyway, I have the car dock. When you can use it it's awesome. The only issue I had was on a long trip the battery was only at 70% when I arrived. I think the software lets it charge until it's full, then just stops charging at all. Not sure though, and the phone was VERY hot when I arrived too. The body glove case only kind of fits, the top won't clip down with it on. I bought the moto rugged battery cover from cnn, and it fits fine with the insert removed, but I hate the case. Barely any protection on the screen at all. The sides pull back very easily. Like if you are talking on the phone and have your finger on the lower corner, it just pulls off and you have to put your finger on the menu button to hold the phone. It sucks and I went back to the body glove. I don't use the car dock every day, so when I do I just take the case off.
Cardock app not launching
I got the car dock from AT&T. When I put the phone in, it charges fine but the car dock application does not launch. I've tried few different chargers and all possible variations of connecting things in with the same result.
If I manually launch the car dock application, the screen goes back to sleep after some time.
Do I have a defective piece?
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I got the car dock from AT&T. When I put the phone in, it charges fine but the car dock application does not launch. I've tried few different chargers and all possible variations of connecting things in with the same result.
If I manually launch the car dock application, the screen goes back to sleep after some time.
Do I have a defective piece?
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The screen will go to sleep and lock if you don't have a power source connected. I have not tested on gingerbread and there may be new issues.
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Does any body have suggestions for a very good alarm clock docking station. iHome makes many, but of coarse these are for the iPhone/iTouch. Do we have any for our android phones?
My alarm clock dock is my pillow. Just leave the phone speaker face up, it's hard to hear if the speaker is face down haha
HaHaHaHaHaHa...... oh, you're serious. Sorry man didn't meen to laugh
Lol, if you're looking for some kind of actual dock like the kinds made for the iPods, you won't find it for the Captivate, as the headphone and microUSB jacks are at the top of the phone, and docking a phone upside down is just silly.
If you just want some type of speakers to boost your alarm clock in the morning and play music through, any desktop speakers with a 3.5mm headphone input jack will do.
Check this out. It says it's for the Fascinate, but the USB port is in the same location
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA08901H0570
yourname146 said:
Check this out. It says it's for the Fascinate, but the USB port is in the same location
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA08901H0570
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Seen this. It can be purchaased on Samsung Captivate website. Look at the last pic on the NE site. It says Galaxy S on the box
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...Phones+Accessories-_-SAMSUNG-_-9SIA08901H0563
When you're running CM7 it automatically starts an app that displays the clock and alarm status as well as weather. I *think* there was a stock app that did something similar but not positive. If memory serves there is a 3.5mm jack on the rear for speakers/headphone but I haven't tried it. If it's important PM/remind me and I'll check.
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Does any body have suggestions for a very good alarm clock docking station. iHome makes many, but of coarse these are for the iPhone/iTouch. Do we have any for our android phones?
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Search for Philips Android dock on Amazon. I can't post links yet. I've been waiting for something like this. Philips just released three models with an adjustable micro usb connector to fit all android phones. It uses an app to reorient the screen for the Captivate since it would be upside down otherwise. I've tried the app and it works. Thinking of getting one for Christmas.
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Search for Philips Android dock on Amazon. I can't post links yet. I've been waiting for something like this. Philips just released three models with an adjustable micro usb connector to fit all android phones. It uses an app to reorient the screen for the Captivate since it would be upside down otherwise. I've tried the app and it works. Thinking of getting one for Christmas.
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Now that my friend is what I'm looking for You knocked it outta the park.... Thank you.
For anyone else with interest
link > Philips Fidelio Systems
Samsung makes a Captivate desk dock, but it's been reported to have a low hum from the charger input. It's on ebay for less than I paid. It does require PC speakers like 2.1 for good sound but also has an open slot in the back for the speaker to echo out.
Does anyone still check this thread???
I accidentally stumbled on this thread looking for a socking station w/ speakers for my Samsung Captivate Glide. I'm hoping people still check this thread! I am curious about how the docking stations mentioned are holding up 5 months later, and which products are being used? I just got this phone a few weeks back and am dying for a dock! Also, which app works best to flip the screen so it's not upside down?? Thank you!
Hi,
I just bought an official car holder for my Note and plugged the charger + 3.5mm audio jack in to my radio, my problem is that the car holder does send my music nor navigation sound nor phone calls through the car speakers, instead it goes on the Note's speaker and i don't want that! Anyone have a solution?
I had the same problem, go to Settings -> Dock and enable "Audio output mode".
I find the sound quality to be very good.
Thanks a lot!! My previous sgs 2 worked from the start thats why i didnt know what whas going on
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Hi, I've had this dock a few weeks now and I think it's almost perfect. It has excellent build quality and the ease and power of the suction cup is fantastic.
My only gripe is when I set the phone to external mode for the audio it works great with music and videos, even ringtones and notifications but calls only come out of the speaker or the phone itself as opposed to the car stereo system as would be ideal.
Does anyone know how to fix this as it makes receiving and making calls almost impossible and that's one of the main reasons I bought the dock in the first place.
Just want to bump this thread, really hoping someone can help me out
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Acer A100 with ICS 4.03 questions...
I have a dock for my A100 and have two questions for which I cannot find the answer for.
1) when I dock the tablet the media screen comes up. How can I disable that so that when I dock I just see my home screen?
2) I have earpods connected to the headphone out on the dock and all audio goes through the earpods (understandably). But, I'd like my clock alarm to sound through the tablet speakers though.
When I plug the headphone jack into the tablet headphone jack (still docked mind you), then it works the way I want it to. All sound, except for alarm, goes through headphone. I'd prefer to have the headphone connection through the dock so because it is much more convenient.
In case you're wondering. I usually fall asleep listening to music/podcasts via earpods, and need to wake up to tablet alarm since the earpods usually get disconnected during the night.
Is there a setting, or a program I can install that will accomplish this? Odd that it works when I use the tablet jack but I really want the convenience of the dock jack.
ICS discussions here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1511899