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Anyone ordered this dock?

Looks pretty good and has room to charge another battery while your phone is docked and charging.
http://cgi.ebay.com/USB-Battery-Dock-Charger-Cradle-HTC-Thunderbolt-4G-/300540578121?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item45f99d4949#ht_2490wt_952

Hm.. nice find. That is tempting. I wish it was a bit cheaper.
I'll probably pick one up anyways to use at work. Looks like it won't fit a tbolt with a case.

eleazar123 said:
Hm.. nice find. That is tempting. I wish it was a bit cheaper.
I'll probably pick one up anyways to use at work. Looks like it won't fit a tbolt with a case.
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Yeah looks like the TB will have to be naked to fit in this dock. Please post your review as soon as you get it.

If you wait a bit, I'm certain you'll be able to find it cheaper on ebay. You should start seeing other chineese companies selling them for much less, but shipped from China (slower to get here though).
I have the Incredible dock that is similar, and hacked it up to hold the phone with a case on it (doesn't look pretty, but it DOES work).

yep i bought one from amazon...listed that its for the merge but it fits....its tight but it fits...also it has to be naked..which sucks, but the for the price its a good deal
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004JX1FOY

92slammer said:
yep i bought one from amazon...listed that its for the merge but it fits....its tight but it fits...also it has to be naked..which sucks, but the for the price its a good deal
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004JX1FOY
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When you plug the TB in, does sense rotate to landscape like the car dock?
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When you plug the TB in, does sense rotate to landscape like the car dock?
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Virus rom does rotates without the dock.

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When you plug the TB in, does sense rotate to landscape like the car dock?
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no it doesnt .....and scratch this off your list....it stopped working this morning....the usb charger part for the phone died....returning to amazon now!

was it the adapter that died or the connected cord or plug set in the dock? would love to buy this, especially for the price.

jacobk said:
was it the adapter that died or the connected cord or plug set in the dock? would love to buy this, especially for the price.
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not sure....it just stopped charging the phone...would charge the spare battery fine though

Thanks for the Amazon link, been looking for a dock with spare battery charger for cheap.

i was going to buy this but not now since it stopped working for you

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not sure....it just stopped charging the phone...would charge the spare battery fine though
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I had that problem on my charger for the DInc, and it ended up the actual USB plug housing had split apart, and the plug was sliding back into the housing. I ended up fixing it (mine came from china, so no recourse there), and it still works fine. Just curious if that was the problem with your unit or not.
Also looks like you can get it cheaper on ebay now. As with anything from China, you take a gamble on quality... I might pick one up and see if it works with my pop case, although the USB header might be a tad too short to reach and some plastic will definitely have to be shaved off to get it to fit the back.

Anyone find a charger without the big extra battery back?

heffe2001 said:
Also looks like you can get it cheaper on ebay now.
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I just ordered it...I will give an update when I receive it.

loztboy said:
Yeah looks like the TB will have to be naked to fit in this dock. Please post your review as soon as you get it.
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Yes, it has to be naked in order to fit into the dock.
I have 23 of these in stock... tested one and it works great.
Any questions let me know.

I ordered one too - figured not too big of a risk for that $$ and my TB will be staying naked anyway. $25 shipped on Ebay vs $60(!) for the official one.
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Funny, as soon as I posted this, the dock arrived - FAST shipping! The dock is not bad, works fine. The only complaint I have is that the phone is held almost completely vertical, no angle at all really. So that makes it a little awkward for watching video but not too bad. Charges fine, USB works fine, insertion and removal is easy. As stated before, you cannot use a case with this dock, it is a snug fit. Slot on the back for charging a second battery.
Time will tell with the durability, but it serves my needs well - easy place to plug in and charge at my office desk. Recommended especially considering the price. If the HTC dock has HDMI (I doubt it) then maybe it will be worth $60. In the meantime this is shipping and shipping fast!

I'd buy one of these if the extended battery would fit on the dock :/

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The only complaint I have is that the phone is held almost completely vertical, no angle at all really. So that makes it a little awkward for watching video but not too bad.
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I ordered one as well, and your complaint is the same as mine...
The phone is almost vertical when docked.
I will not be using it.
In fact if anyone wants it, I'd sell it for 20 bucks shipped (US only).

FWIW Newegg has them for $28, but they are out of stock right now....
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Galaxy Note Crown Stand Dock Review

Hey guys! I just wrote a review on my blog, but I thought I'd also post up some pictures and some thoughts for you here.
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I wouldn't recommend the dock as a stand-in dock, where you plug it in on the go, or quickly. The phone is only supported by the actual USB plug! So I'd be REALLY worried about the port getting loose over time, so I'd skip that. I had that happen to my SGSII. But on the other hand, you can lay it down and it was made for this, too! So there is no need to worry about the usb plug getting loose. I really like it for this. Just look at the last 2 pictures.
I hope you like it! It's a decent dock, I guess. It's more of a stand now. Haha.
Link to eBay store:
http://www.ebay.es/itm/Myrin-Sync-Charge-Dock-Crown-Stand-for-Galaxy-note-Black-/230721361620
Price was 30 USD, around 22 euros. Free shipping.

How much was it and where did you buy it from?
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How much was it and where did you buy it from?
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Added a link and price at the end of the first post

Is that a SEIKO watch in the background I see?
I think its the same model as mine (discontinued) the "Superior 5"

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Is that a SEIKO watch in the background I see?
I think its the same model as mine (discontinued) the "Superior 5"
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Actually it's a Fossil. I've always liked Fossil watches, they're the only brand I own. Funny, isn't it? haha.

Funny, I'm wearing one now. Fossil, its a good brand.

I wouldn't recommend the dock as a stand-in dock, where you plug it in on the go, or quickly. The phone is only supported by the actual USB plug!
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Am tempted by this dock... but don't understand what you're saying here. I mean... in the images it looks like there's a rear-support for the phone to lean against. Do you have to faff with this or something, or does it remain up, so you can just drop the phone on and have it lean?
Alternatively, does anybody have suggestions for docks that work with cases? I got the iGadgitz case (link), which I'm totally pleased with... it doesn't turn your pockets inside-out when pulling it out.

vodzurk said:
Am tempted by this dock... but don't understand what you're saying here. I mean... in the images it looks like there's a rear-support for the phone to lean against. Do you have to faff with this or something, or does it remain up, so you can just drop the phone on and have it lean?
Alternatively, does anybody have suggestions for docks that work with cases? I got the iGadgitz case (link), which I'm totally pleased with... it doesn't turn your pockets inside-out when pulling it out.
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Tap it to the right or to the left, and it'll put some kind of strain on the phone's port. That's what I don't like. I have a dock that DOES support the sides, and still ended up busting the port. I don't use the inbuilt charging feature. I just put it in the landscape orientation and use a normal microusb, and that also allows me to grab my phone while I'm waking up in the morning and unplug it correctly.

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Tap it to the right or to the left, and it'll put some kind of strain on the phone's port. That's what I don't like. I have a dock that DOES support the sides, and still ended up busting the port. I don't use the inbuilt charging feature. I just put it in the landscape orientation and use a normal microusb, and that also allows me to grab my phone while I'm waking up in the morning and unplug it correctly.
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Ah, gotya. Yeah, my Streak sits in landscape, with a fat connector, so never realised the difference with the Note and a tiny connection.
And bugger... your port has already been wrecked? So it's a real issue. Bah.
Mmm... not exactly swamped with options that allow for cases though, but don't think I can risk it since I've gotta stick with this baby for 23.75 months yet
That said, this thing does last an entire day, unlike my Streak... so maybe I'll just get a spider-holder or something without charge/usb.

I use the dock daily. I just don't use the built in charger. I turn it on its side and use the regular charger. I think the angle's great.
But this does make me miss the blackberry dock. Blackberry's have metal connectors ONLY for docks that will never mess with any ports . Fantastic idea in my opinion. Oh well. This is a monster of a phone! hehe. Sold my 9900 for it

Awesome.
Thanks for the info, I've gone a head and ordered one.
I guess it'll be safe on my desk, as the odds on knocking it are near zero. As an alarm clock though, I totally get you... I'd wreck it in a single day.
Ah, charging all day at work... I'll probably save a million* in electric bills.
*Ok, maybe $0.01 per month, lol.

Official USB dock is ugly as hell, get the Zenis S2 dock instead.

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eBay search, now around £10 if I remember right. I have a black one for my S2 which will be used on my blue S3. My dad's S3 above is on his white S2 dock.
Dock works just fine with the rubber seat that comes with it, the phone is solid when docked. Case users will need to remove the seat from the dock. People should confirm what cases fit in this dock when attached to the S3 but I imagine all official mesh style cases will be fine as the S2 is just fine with them minus the seat.

Thanks for the heads up. Just ordered 2 of them ;-)

Saw your post in another thread, thanks for the heads up, ordered two off of Ebay just now, one for home and one for the office. $11 each.

It really is one of the nicest looking docks I have seen, probably because it is in similar style to the iPhone one

Cheers mrk. Just bought one for £6.50.

thanks just ordered one

It's difficult to tell from the photo but do you think the S3 with the flip cover will fit in the dock?
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I have 2 that I use with my S2, I'm glad to hear it will fit.

Bought one, £6.50 thanks

The sony ericsson experia dock works well in landscape mode, especially as it's white - and it has usb host !!

paulus3476 said:
The sony ericsson experia dock works well in landscape mode, especially as it's white - and it has usb host !!
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Got any pictures?

Looks like this one will not be compatible with some cases. While the OEM version will absolutely be compatible with most cases. See pic below.
I'll go for the charger that lets me use a case. I learned that lesson already. You think it won't be a big deal taking the case off and putting it back on. But for me at least, it gets pretty annoying after awhile even if it does become second nature.
OEM dock pic--->

Almost bought a new dock for my sgs3 that will arrive on Tuesday,
until I read that my zenis sgs2 dock also fits.
Thanks for the heads up!

I think, I found
I think, I found the lowest price it on ebay.
ebay item# 130680016123

shadowcalibur said:
I think, I found the lowest price it on ebay.
ebay item# 130680016123
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ya I just ordered ad GS3 from expansy and this item from ebay.

Zenis dock works with official mesh case so any case similar will also be fine
Flip case not included in that though!

I was expecting to see a dock with an ugly design, but it was actually nice, and that was the product you recommend. Looks nice. I will save it for later when I have my device.

Add me to the list! just ordered 2. Thanks for the heads up!

I really would have liked to get a dock this time around, but unfortunately my kid steals my phone all the time and having it in a dock means too much wear & tear and the possibility for it to be bent out sideways from the dock instead of pulled out, damaging the ports.
So, I bought a regular "Though Out ped3-u universal stand" instead, because my kid at least knows to yank the cable out the right way by the wire. My last stand was a portable desk stand, but was meant for a tablet, and my kid managed to destroy that, so, this ped3-u should hold up much better, being solid steel.
(And I suppose wireless charging would be even more ideal where fat fingered kids are concerned...)

Dock bought!

iBolt, first car holder with integrated charger

This is the first car holder for the S III to have an integrated charger, instead of just being bundled with a separate charger. It's called the iBolt.
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Just ordered one from here:
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/ibolt-vehicle-dock-for-samsung-galaxy-s3-p35809.htm
Anyone else tried one of these?

Haven't tried one but will be checking when I get home if they will ship to Australia 100% what I've been looking for! A big thanks for posting this
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Cool idea. Dumb name since this has nothing to do with iDevices.

You still have to route a wire to it (given) and grab their plug and put it in the hole of the phone.. unlike the infuse dock.
How different is that then just zip tying a charging cable to a regular dock?

They do ship to Australia!
scarrmrcc said:
You still have to route a wire to it (given) and grab their plug and put it in the hole of the phone.. unlike the infuse dock.
How different is that then just zip tying a charging cable to a regular dock?
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Well, it'd be cleaner for a start and it also includes auxiliary out

the one shown here has a aux out on it also.
http://www.shopandroid.com/ibolt-ve...urce=js_c_v1&utm_content=js_c_v1&name=js_c_v1
here is a video from the mfg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HL5VYiiiTfs&feature=player_embedded
This dock will work great for me. I cant wait to get one. Im waiting to see what amazons price will be on this.

Looks great, especially if it has the aux. out. My questions would be:
1. Will it initiate "dock mode" on your phone when you plug it in, or is that only available when you have a Samsung branded car dock?
2. Is there a way to (easily) mount it to the ProClip mounting platforms? (I've already got one in my car, so it would be cool to somehow tie into that)

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Looks great, especially if it has the aux. out. My questions would be:
1. Will it initiate "dock mode" on your phone when you plug it in, or is that only available when you have a Samsung branded car dock?
2. Is there a way to (easily) mount it to the ProClip mounting platforms? (I've already got one in my car, so it would be cool to somehow tie into that)
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The product description from one of the above links states that it does automatically start car/dock mode when plugged in. Obviously I can't confirm that but it sounds like it should do the job. Not sure about the ProClip factor.

What is that aux out line quality? Poor like Infuse 4G? Flat and no bass?

goodwidp said:
The product description from one of the above links states that it does automatically start car/dock mode when plugged in. Obviously I can't confirm that but it sounds like it should do the job. Not sure about the ProClip factor.
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I watched the video and yes, it goes into car mode. I think I'm going to purchase one right now. The one cable is nice. I hate spending $40 on a mount, but this looks worth it to me and normally when you spend $10 on something you get $10 worth of crap.

Not bad, but I'd just go with the Infuse dock. The build quality is really nice and you can get it cheap from AT&T when it's in stock.

The infuse dock is not made for the s3. I like a good quality car dock as I have one now with my photon. That was one thing lacking with the s3. I would like to try out the aux as the s3 I believe has real aux out of the USB. I also have on order for the Samsung hs3000 BT adapter to use for audio out.

See, I never understood the sideways orientation for GPS. It seems to me that you'd want to see more of the road ahead of you, not more of the empty space on the sides of the road. Also, why do manufacturers name all their accessories iSomething? I really don't get why you'd make an accessory for a non-iPhone and call it iSomething. Is it just me, or am I the crazy one?

Why do you need a separate aux out port when you can just plug in to the headphone jack?

Bevause you can leave the aux port always connected, and not have to unplug it every time you remove your phone. Nice when you have to make frequent stops.

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See, I never understood the sideways orientation for GPS. It seems to me that you'd want to see more of the road ahead of you, not more of the empty space on the sides of the road. Also, why do manufacturers name all their accessories iSomething? I really don't get why you'd make an accessory for a non-iPhone and call it iSomething. Is it just me, or am I the crazy one?
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on vertical vs horizontal:
vertical is handy if you are on the highway, and want to see the turns coming sooner.
horizontal is better in the city, so you can see the next turns after the next turns, and side streets.
(I like to be able to switch it up)
on the iThing nomenclature... iAnything is silly, unless it is for the iPhone, but it is all marketing. When trying to sell to sheeple (normal non-techie folk) iName sounds like it is high tech, and easy to use. To techie people it sounds silly.

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The infuse dock is not made for the s3. I like a good quality car dock as I have one now with my photon. That was one thing lacking with the s3. I would like to try out the aux as the s3 I believe has real aux out of the USB. I also have on order for the Samsung hs3000 BT adapter to use for audio out.
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I am also interested that real aux out. If sound quality is good includes also bass. I bought one too.

fonseca898 said:
Bevause you can leave the aux port always connected, and not have to unplug it every time you remove your phone. Nice when you have to make frequent stops.
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Ahh good point! I never thought of that. I guess I never really use the dock except for on long trips anyways. I don't like leaving the dock attached to the dash so it's not really worth it for me to setup the dock for every single trip.

Thanks for posting this. This car dock is perfect for my needs.

Verizon sells these
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[Review] Official Samsung Galaxy Nexus desktop holder [Docomo SC05 卓上ホルダー]

[Review] Official Samsung Galaxy Nexus desktop holder [Docomo SC05 卓上ホルダー]
Two days ago, I ordered the SC-05D desktop holder from my local Docomo shop here in Tokyo. Oddly, the desktop holder shares a similar model number to the Galaxy Note (slightly different - SC-05D and SC05), but at ¥3870, I knew what I was getting! The shop didn't have any in stock, but I was called last night to be informed that I could collect the desktop holder at my earliest convenience, which was today's lunchtime.
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What struck me at first was the overall size and weight of the box. I thought perhaps a charger was included, but the cause is simply down to the weight of this study docking station. It weighs more than the phone, which stops it sliding around the desk - in addition to the grippy material on the underside of the holder.
The back of the unit comprises a micro USB and Line Out (untested at the time of writing). The dock is connected to my laptop and the phone rests neatly inside the holder and automatically displayed the clock
Overall, I am very impressed with this device, and would recommend it to anyone.

Do you think that the phone would still fit in this dock if it had a case on? What about the slightly larger extended battery?
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Do you think that the phone would still fit in this dock if it had a case on? What about the slightly larger extended battery?
Thanks!
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I don't think the extended battery will fit with this dock I'm afraid; though as I have this dock in my office, I won't be needing an extended battery

nice review and pictures! Think im sold, the pics that samsung shows dont convince me to want it but this looks pretty sleek

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nice review and pictures! Think im sold, the pics that samsung shows dont convince me to want it but this looks pretty sleek
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Thanks, you're welcome! It really is extremely well made - I was very surprised.

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I don't think the extended battery will fit with this dock I'm afraid; though as I have this dock in my office, I won't be needing an extended battery
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I have this dock and I also have the extended battery (official one ) and can confirm it fits in the dock just fine ( GSM Version )
Si

The dock looks lovely, and upon reading your review I went to see how much they were...
I think I almost had a heart attack when I learned that it goes for £25 ish here, and was in the region of £50 when it came out, which begs the question, are they making these things of solid gold?
The other thing is, does the screen automatically turn off in clock mode? as I would get a bit worried about burn in if it was left like that all the time, as it seems you can't hit the power button while its dock. As well as the fact that I like to charge it by my bed, and the light on would wake me up.

Wait how much is it in US dollar??? And do you have a link???
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Wait how much is it in US dollar??? And do you have a link???
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you can buy this from google play store for $54+tax+shipping

The default dock clock goes to a screen saver after a certain amount of time which sees the time move around the screen so no fixed image.
The screen also dims after a certain time so making OK to use as a night time clock (which I do )
Si
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veyka said:
The dock looks lovely, and upon reading your review I went to see how much they were...
I think I almost had a heart attack when I learned that it goes for £25 ish here, and was in the region of £50 when it came out, which begs the question, are they making these things of solid gold?
The other thing is, does the screen automatically turn off in clock mode? as I would get a bit worried about burn in if it was left like that all the time, as it seems you can't hit the power button while its dock. As well as the fact that I like to charge it by my bed, and the light on would wake me up.
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What Si said!
BigladUK said:
The default dock clock goes to a screen saver after a certain amount of time which sees the time move around the screen so no fixed image.
The screen also dims after a certain time so making OK to use as a night time clock (which I do )
Si
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