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[Review] $25.78 for ALL Accessories

So I have finally received all of the different accessories I ordered for the phone. I'm hoping this post will give that extra push to those that are double minded about purchasing one of these. All of the accessories except for one were recommended from this forum from various users. All items were shipped to Southern California.
Dual USB Port 1 Amp Car Charger
($1.97 + Free Shipping, 7 days for arrival)
Review: It works great. Went on a road trip recently and was able to keep my Vibrant and my wife's Nexus One charged up while only using only one cigarette lighter port.
Ebay Link
Window Car Mount
($10.94 + Free Shipping, 9 days for arrival)
Review: Unfortunately this didn't arrive in time for my road trip but I have been playing with it since I received it. It is a quality build and the suction is very strong. The suction cup comes with a lever. This is not a universal mount, it is made specifically for the international galaxy-s, which also fits the Vibrant perfectly. The phone will not fit in the mount if a gel case is being used. I used a deremel to punch out a hole where the camera is. I sit pretty far back when driving so sometimes I have trouble reaching the phone. It might be better for some to consider the vent mount version available from the same seller. I couldn't sacrifice my vent since the A/C in my car is pretty weak (Mazda 3 Hatchback). I'm currently looking for something to attach to my dash so I can suction this mount on to my dashboard. I've noticed that the suction cup latches pretty strongly to CD cases so I'll probably just modify one and use double sided tape to put on my dashboard.
Ebay Link
Black Gel Case
($0.99 + $1.99 Shipping, 5 days for arrival)
Review: This is a great case! It fits very snugly to the phone. All the cutouts are perfect. It can take a little getting used to since you have to press the power and volume buttons a little harder than usual. But once you've had it for a week or so, you don't notice it so much. It is not completely black, it is more like black smokey transparent. It's clear enough that you can see the "Galaxy S" thru the back.
Ebay Link
Realook Screen Protector
($9.89 w/coupon + Free Shipping, next day arrival)
Review: Just like all other accessories, screen protectors come down to personal preference. I absolutely cannot stand the 3M type screen protectors. I don't like the rubbery feeling and the fact that it doesn't really let the screen shine thru as good. That is why I went with realook. This is a dry application type that is made out of a hard plastic material. Application is very easy. You will probably end up with a very tiny air bubble next to the speaker but it's too small to be noticeable. This gives you the most natural feel on the screen glass and does not diminish the quality of the screen. After applying this screen protector, I felt that the buttons at the bottom were not as sensitive to touch as they were before. I don't really mind that since I have an extra layer of protection for the screen. If it is too bothersome, you can always cut that portion out, but then you wont have that homogeneous feeling.
Amazon Link

Nice contribution

Thanks for the review. I too have the reallook protectors on my nexus and vibrant and I love them. I will never buy anything else. I just ordered the case per your recommendation and I am thinking about the car dock. Thanks again

You could get one of the dash mount disks that comes with most garmins. Black plastic disk with adhesive that holds the garmin suction cups well. Would look better than the cd case.
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Tpavey said:
You could get one of the dash mount disks that comes with most garmins. Black plastic disk with adhesive that holds the garmin suction cups well. Would look better than the cd case.
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Thanks for that tip! I will look for that. I'm a sucker for DIY projects so I wanted to see what I can do with whatever is laying around the house or work. If that ends up looking bad, now I know I can always order that disc online somewhere.

Good review. And thanks for sharing.

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Great review, very handy info. Thanks!

Do any cases work with the docks?

I am planning to get a car dock and possibly a standard dock for my phone, but I was wondering if anyone knows if there are any cases that will work with the dock. I don't really want to have to take the case off every time I dock it.

I'm using the incipio feather case with the car dock. It works fine as long as you dont put the insert in the dock itself. You do have to press it down firmly when you put it in the dock to get the car home app to pop up. But it works just fine. I just got the dock yesterday and I LOVE IT. First car dock I've ever owned. Pretty sweet
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That's good news about the Feather. I didn't order a car dock yet, but I'm considering one. I'm hoping to see more feedback on cases that work with the docks.
I wonder if anyone has tried a dock with the Body Glove Mirage?

I just picked up the Speck case. I may not keep it, depending on if it works with the car and/or the regular charge dock. Doesn't seem to work too well with the MM dock. The opening for the USB/HDMI ports doesn't seem to be quite big enough for them to seat properly. If the tolerances are as close with the other docks, I may shave off about a 1/2 mm so that I can get it to seat. Looks great, tho :/ I think what I'm looking for is something between the feather and the speck.

I picked up both the standard dock, the car dock and the body glove case. I love the case and it works great with the car dock if you take out the removable insert that I think they designed just for this purpose. The problem I'm having is the phone will not dock tightly enough with the standard dock. I may try the suggestion of shaving some of because I think that may fix it.
I'll post back with my shaving results.
Would love to know if someone found an easy to remove case that works with the standard dock

Body glove case works perfectly with the car dock. No issues here. Feels good on the phone and in hand. Highly recommended.
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Incipio feather doesn't work with the standard desktop dock:-( but at least the case is easy to remove unlike the speck case...

shamdawg said:
Body glove case works perfectly with the car dock. No issues here. Feels good on the phone and in hand. Highly recommended.
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Do you know if it works with the desktop dock or lapdock?
I now see the comment from marhodges above suggesting that it doesn't fit in the desktop dock.

Not sure. Only dock I have is the car dock.
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I was not able to close the latch on the car dock with the body glove otherwise fits good. The otterbox commuter did not fit at all.
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Mine closes perfectly fine. Did you use the plastic backing piece that came with it. Its only if you are using it without a case.
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the latch will not close with a body glove case. otherwise, it fits like a glove.

shamdawg said:
Mine closes perfectly fine. Did you use the plastic backing piece that came with it. Its only if you are using it without a case.
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I Took the plastic insert out before trying it. Wont snap shut but I think I can live with it.
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Has anyone tried a TPU Gel case with the Atrix and have it installed on the HD Mutlimedia Dock or the Standard Dock?

Car Dock with BodyGlove Case
-=HOLLYW00D=- said:
the latch will not close with a body glove case. otherwise, it fits like a glove.
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Also using the Bodyglove case. The latch on the car-dock will not completely close. I've put calls into Motorola and ATT. No one seems to be able to point me in the direction of a case that would not interefere with the car-dock's latch.
One concern is that undue stress is put on the micro USB receptacle on the phone because the phone is not completely secured in the dock. Bumps in the road, acceleration / deceleration causes imperceptible back and fourth motion that would ultimately mess something up.
Motorola certainly made the doc for using cases on the phone, else they'd not have included the base "to use if your phone does not have a case".
One workaround, is to glue a horizontal pin (2-3 mm diameter) parallel to where the latch makes contact.

Does the Incipio Feather case work with the Lapdock? Thx.

sabesh said:
Does the Incipio Feather case work with the Lapdock? Thx.
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I like to know this as well.

motoatrix said:
I like to know this as well.
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I have both laptop dock, HD dock. Just purchased the 2 silicone cases from here in Canada from futureshop. its the only cases in stock before the phone was released today. when i got home I was praying that the laptop dock would work with the phone while the silicone case was on (taking it on and off is a pain) cannot post pics SORRY. confirming laptop dock works with silicone case on with a very easy removal of plastic part.
For the HD Dock it was a NO GO had to remove case.
EDIT: hd dock does have removeable clip aswell. Dont know how i didnt see that. Gel silicone case works with hd dock. Confirmed! !
hope this helps you guys that like the silicone cases like I do.

I've debated the LapDock myself. Even the HD Dock just for using my wireless USB Keyboard and Mouse. I have an Otterbox Defender though.
Far as the car dock and standard dock, I don't plan on getting those. I have shortcuts to use those apps without the docks. Have a hands free stand for the car that holds it perfectly with the case and modified my clip case for the Otterbox to use it as a stand as well and be able to plug the charging cable into it while it's in use.
In case anyone wonders what I had to mod the clip case, the Desk Dock clock does not rotate with the screen and to have it correct, the charging port on the phone is on the bottom of the case in the cradle. Otterbox does however include markings in the cradle to cut out for this though (very nice), just had to extend on side a tiny bit to accommodate the larger USB end so it fit snug without putting pressure on the port by pushing it sideways any.

I picked up a Lapdock today. I can confirm that the Lapdock does work with the Incipio Feather case (have to make sure that the two connectors are snugly fit into the Lapdock cradle (adapter/ fit plate removed). See here for details (PDF): Link.

Any Good Car Mount for Arc?

I'm looking for a good car mount for Arc.
Can anyone recommend or give a link?
I tried ebay but you know any better ones?

For sure Carcomm and Brodit are the best. I asked them when they would be available. No clear answer they are working on the development.
BR

these are actually better than they look
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....94602&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT#ht_1628wt_1139
the sides are in two halves and slide apart meaning you can configure it how you like. It has foldaway bottom rests and turns 360 so you can have the phone landscape or portrait. Its actually one of the best ive had in a few years and most certainly the cheapest

Hi,
a good car mount for Arc maybe is Tetrax: (www . tetrax . com)
The problem is that you must paste a metal circle on the backcover
But is the best solution because you can touch and rotate the "Arc" in every position.

I recently thought about
http://www.amazon.de/dp/B002OLL9BC/...eative=6742&camp=1638&creativeASIN=B002OLL9BC
or
http://www.amazon.de/q1-Autohalteru...=sr_1_1?s=ce-de&ie=UTF8&qid=1304165356&sr=1-1
And I wondered if one of those would be any good...

I recently got this one:
cgi.ebay.com/Windscreen-Car-Mount-Sony-Ericsson-Xperia-Arc-/130502621883?pt=UK_Holders_Mounts&hash=item1e628ffabb
I must say it fits my Arc perfetly!

silasdm said:
I recently got this one:
cgi.ebay.com/Windscreen-Car-Mount-Sony-Ericsson-Xperia-Arc-/130502621883?pt=UK_Holders_Mounts&hash=item1e628ffabb
I must say it fits my Arc perfetly!
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Can you tell me if a a skin cover is on the phone will it still fit on the Holders?

Brodit mount
According to their site, it will be available in 5 days.

pato_bato said:
Can you tell me if a a skin cover is on the phone will it still fit on the Holders?
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Can't tell, if it's thin enough... I'm waiting for a skin cover, and I will report if it fits when I get it.

I use this one and is very good compared to the price
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200591474760&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT

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I use this one and is very good compared to the price
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200591474760&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
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I like that too.. but I want to know if the phone still fit if you have a skin case on the phone. Because the mount looks like a perfect fit on the phone it self.

I got one of these for my HTC Touch HD and it works just as well for my Arc. The width is adjustable to it can clamp the phone snuggly. And it has additional legs as support that rest against the dashboard. Worked great until I got my new company car. It has stupid modern weird shaped vents that it doesn't hook onto. Not without getting in the way of the indicator stalk anyway.
Should work fine for most cars with normal air vents though.
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/universal-phone-vent-holder-p27265.htm
Cheers
Dazza

Brodit just released a passive and active support (http://www.brodit.com/?lang=E). See links at The bottom of brodit webpage.

pato_bato said:
I like that too.. but I want to know if the phone still fit if you have a skin case on the phone. Because the mount looks like a perfect fit on the phone it self.
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The mount is some type of hard rubber, so it is possible to let it hold an arc with a skin case. It is usable, but can't say it's a perfect fit ;-)
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Brodit mounts
I've just checked Holder and Mounts and Brodit mounts are listed and seems to be available to buy in the UK.

The Brodit ones are good but you need first the clip for you car only and then buy the holder for the phone.
I used mostly the pasive holder and if you put in landscape and you take a sharp turn your phone can be flying (HTC diamond2). With my Nokia E65 back then the passive holder seem to be very fit so I had to put in hard and you could get some scratches on the sides ...
I think the active holder seems a better fit and keep your phone safe in landscape, but dont know for sure it seems better attached but also more expensive.
Just my two cents but overall I think Brodit doing a good job but when you buying new phones all the time it can get expensive too if you have to replace the holder everytime.

Now that I have a snap on case for the arc
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=13764860&postcount=71
Challenge now is will this car mount fit with this snap on case before i place the order. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...ageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&clk_rvr_id=232032065754
Anyone who has this car mount [link above] can you show a pic with a silicon case or any case on the phone with the car mount? thanks.

I got the active one from Brodit, and I can tell you, that it is excellent

Unfortunately Brodit mounts are not suitable for SE Arc with case of any sort.

I use this one by Nokia. Fits PERFECTLY, SECURELY and best part of it is that it is tiny and refined compared to the rest of the eBay ones which is huge and ugly
Been using it since Nokia E71, E72, HTC Legend and surprisingly, it fits the Arc the best
http://bit.ly/jbBWKJ

S3 Suction car mount by Garmin!!

By pure chance I found out that my SIII with its slimline cover fitted works perfectly in my Garmin Nuvi 205 dash mount.
Secure and easy to mount, almost as if it was made for the S3.
The Garmin Part Number
Item 010-10936-00 Suction cup with bracket (Nuvi 2xx series)
Cost is around $10 - %15
Cover is a Cygnet BlackFrost Matte slim case (around $20)
I love finding a really good cost effective solution for my toys!!
Video Clip. Please excuse poor sound quality, had to dig out my old Olympus compact to make this,

Thanks, looking forward to the video.
good to know since Garmin has quality mounts.
Does it actually clip in? Is it firm?
If you remove the case, hows the fit?

Fits snugly, clips into the mount as if it was made for it,
Doesn't work without the cover though, phone is just to small,
Would be possible rather easily I might add to put some shrink tubing on the arms of the mount and build it up a little to hold the phone naked!

I wonder if it would fit with a tpu case. Your case seems pretty slim

ZaJules said:
By pure chance I found out that my SIII with its slimline cover fitted works perfectly in my Garmin Nuvi 205 dash mount.
Secure and easy to mount, almost as if it was made for the S3.
The Garmin Part Number
Item 010-10936-00 Suction cup with bracket (Nuvi 2xx series)
Cost is around $10 - %15
Cover is a Cygnet BlackFrost Matte slim case (around $20)
I love finding a really good cost effective solution for my toys!!
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Thanks for the find. Do you think it would be able to fit the S3 with an Otterbox Commuter case on? My phone's approximately 7.7mm wide with the case on.
Cheers

Might fit but it would be tight, the rounded edges of the Cygnett case allows it to clip into the holder the otter box might be to square
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my garmin gps always falls off from the windshield now..the suction cup doesn't hold..don't know how i'd feel putting my phone there..
am i suppose to wash it with soap or something to make it work again?

kl25 said:
my garmin gps always falls off from the windshield now..the suction cup doesn't hold..don't know how i'd feel putting my phone there..
am i suppose to wash it with soap or something to make it work again?
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You should get a replacement one...They are super cheap on eBay. I have one that is over 7 years old (*back when standalone GPS units were +$300!) and it still works great.

kl25 said:
my garmin gps always falls off from the windshield now..the suction cup doesn't hold..don't know how i'd feel putting my phone there..
am i suppose to wash it with soap or something to make it work again?
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I fix that with alcohol. But then I fix everything with alcohol.

universal mount
I got this car mount from amazon.com
Search for Kropsson Aero universal mount.
the design of the mount was a great plus.
Feature wise, defiantly recommend.

proud a-clown said:
I fix that with alcohol. But then I fix everything with alcohol.
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couldn't have said it better myself!!!!

I can confirm this mount works great with the rock quicksand case. Easy to put in and take out and holds rock solid. Before the case showed up I had used a couple pieces of heat shrink tubing held on with electrical tape and it worked awesome with the naked galaxy s3.
I like this style of mount because you can position the phone with it gripping the middle, top or bottom to fine tune where the screen is in relation to your windshield.
I went with this one though, instead of one of the $5 options: (replace spaces with ., I don't have enough posts to post links) www amazon com/gp/product/B0042PJ8NY/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00[/url]
It's the actual oem garmin mount instead of a knockoff, and judging by the reviews the difference is the mount that holds the ball is made of metal, so it won't break. It came with one of the 3m PE Foam adhesive backed discs for mounting to the dashboard as well. Highly recommended.

I just tried it. PERFECT fit with my diztronic TPU case. Thanks OP!

ARKON Car Mount for SGS3 - I like it

Hi guys, I just picked up the ARKON SM515 mount for my GS3 and I love it. I think it was $16 on amazon. (link to their site http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/slimgrip-galaxy-s-3-mini-windshield-car-mount.html ) They also have one called the AP515 which is for the iphone and its a few bucks cheaper but I just don't know if the GS3 will fit. The SM514 is similar to the 515 but it's a tiny bit bigger due to the adjustable arm (another great one to consider if you have the room for it) Anyway I mounted in a weird spot near my radio on the center of the dashboard. It can swivel in almost any direction which is cool and it's holding on tight. You can adjust the feet that hold the phone and they have rubber padding that way they won't scratch anything. I mounted mine using the included dashboard sticky pad. Here's a few pics taken with my bionic. (not the best camera)
p.s. In case any of you are wonder i'm using the Fosmon TPU + clear back case from amazon. It's around 6 bucks.

Deffinately thinking I'll order one. Been wanting a good mount for my car witht he new phone.

Arkon makes some FANTASTIC products - glad to know they didn't skimp out on the S3.

I bought the bad boy.
http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/slimgrip-galaxy-s-3-car-floor-mount.html
I hate using AC and window mounts. This can sit right in between my e-brake and driver seat.

That's the exact mount I have in my car. I originally bought it for my Nook Color, but it also fits the S3 perfectly. Nice strong hold.
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How removable is the dashboard sticky pad? Would it leave behind any gunk when taking it off? And how easy is it to take off/put on. Thanks.

Tryptonite said:
How removable is the dashboard sticky pad? Would it leave behind any gunk when taking it off? And how easy is it to take off/put on. Thanks.
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Taking the phone off the mount is pretty easy but this thing does hold it pretty firmly in place. I don't know how easy The 3M sticky pad will come off as it feels pretty solid on there. In my case my dash is plastic so it should come off pretty easily (but not too easy I hope) . You may want to contact their customer service and see what they say about it

sebastianraven said:
I bought the bad boy.
http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/slimgrip-galaxy-s-3-car-floor-mount.html
I hate using AC and window mounts. This can sit right in between my e-brake and driver seat.
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That looks awesome.

Check out Mountek CD slot mount.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004E5W3D4/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1342158086&sr=8-1
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Paging Dr B said:
Hi guys, I just picked up the ARKON SM515 mount for my GS3 and I love it. I think it was $16 on amazon. (link to their site http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/slimgrip-galaxy-s-3-mini-windshield-car-mount.html ) They also have one called the AP515 which is for the iphone and its a few bucks cheaper but I just don't know if the GS3 will fit. The SM514 is similar to the 515 but it's a tiny bit bigger due to the adjustable arm (another great one to consider if you have the room for it) Anyway I mounted in a weird spot near my radio on the center of the dashboard. It can swivel in almost any direction which is cool and it's holding on tight. You can adjust the feet that hold the phone and they have rubber padding that way they won't scratch anything. I mounted mine using the included dashboard sticky pad. Here's a few pics taken with my bionic. (not the best camera)
p.s. In case any of you are wonder i'm using the Fosmon TPU + clear back case from amazon. It's around 6 bucks.
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thanks for this. i've been looking for a good vehicle mount for a while

Im looking for something like this but with shorter neck.

For you guys that don't like windshield mounts, I've used the "sticky" Arkon mount. It works pretty well. I like the Mobile Grip, but if you use a big case like an otterbox, you'll probably be better off with the slim-grip, that thing will hold anything.
Mobile Grip: http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/mobile-grip-galaxy-s-3-car-mount.html
Slim-Grip: http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/slimgrip-galaxy-s-3-car-mount.html

sebastianraven said:
I bought the bad boy.
http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/slimgrip-galaxy-s-3-car-floor-mount.html
I hate using AC and window mounts. This can sit right in between my e-brake and driver seat.
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Looks interesting. Can you put up pictures/video when you get it installed? I'm wondering whether its long enough that you don't have to look down from the road too much to see the screen.

Shady Gambino said:
For you guys that don't like windshield mounts, I've used the "sticky" Arkon mount. It works pretty well. I like the Mobile Grip, but if you use a big case like an otterbox, you'll probably be better off with the slim-grip, that thing will hold anything.
Mobile Grip: http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/mobile-grip-galaxy-s-3-car-mount.html
Slim-Grip: http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/slimgrip-galaxy-s-3-car-mount.html
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Yeah, their sticky mount is awesome!!! I just recently reviewed their Slim Grip Ultra with stick mount here on XDA: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2174449 - that mount works with ANY phone up to Note 2/Note 3 size and even 7"/8" tablets. Definitely recommend it.

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