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New case/extended battery combo

Anyone else seen these at their local tmobile store...
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Aloha from beautiful Hawaii

that bulge on the side is a serious buzz kill

Yeah wtf its the bulge about?
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just a guess here but I'm thinking the bulge is the micro usb connection to the backup battery in the case.

Looks like the skin is happy to see somebody while in a speedo.

dc4 said:
Looks like the skin is happy to see somebody while in a speedo.
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The Mytouch4G 'Boner Skin'.

where could i get this case?

Too bad the MT4G doesn't have an alternate way of charging aside from the usb port so that a case like this could use a less intrusive, low profile, way of making contact. Like charging pins or something maybe...

Ignoring the side pins for a moment... Why is that bulge so large? It's like the designer has never seen a right angle plug on anything before.
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netter123 said:
Too bad the MT4G doesn't have an alternate way of charging aside from the usb port so that a case like this could use a less intrusive, low profile, way of making contact. Like charging pins or something maybe...
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Hahaha, holy **** that made my day.
Please, let us forward this onto T-Mobile...

yeah wonder what is the buldge is all about

vikramdhani said:
yeah wonder what is the buldge is all about
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...that's what she said.
(sorry, couldn't be helped)

dc4 said:
Looks like the skin is happy to see somebody while in a speedo. The Mytouch4G 'Boner Skin
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LMAO..........................

I found this site with a review.
http://www.htcphones.net/t-mobile-accessories-including-powerskin-for-mytouch-4g/
Recycled one piece silicone case with a comfortable non-slip cover and full protection. Smart sensing, rechargeable built-in battery that keeps your myTouch powered automatically. LED lights that show your current battery strength and charge status
Patented XPAL battery chemistry providing twice the power and ultra thin profile.
Still waiting for something that uses the pins on the side... *sigh*

Darknight968 said:
where could i get this case?
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are talking about the case or a boner

I got this case for 70 bucks from T-mobile store. I have used it for about a week and love it. The bulge is a micro USB connector underneath. You charge the case from the oppisite side when installed on phone. Can't computer doesn't read phone with case installed. The budge doesn't get in the way though. Almost adds a better grip. I would buy it again.

I just got the case today adds a lot of bulk and the case is slippery.
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i saw it at the tmo store but unfortunately i'm not fond of rubber skin cases so i had to pass since i couldn't see it outside of the box but i'm really considering trying it out

That's the one thing I hate about mytouch 4g is the side usb connection!
Can't hold the darn thing while charging !

Case is a piece of crap because it lacks a power switch. This means it charges the phone whether it has to or not. Returned it today.

Modified stock portfolio case for charger

I know I am not the only one to feel some dissapointment in one or more aspects of the portfolio case from Moto. I had this mod in mind mere minutes after I first placed my launch day Xoom inside but wanted to be sure I would not wish to return it before hacking away. At any rate I have decided that the overall design is quite to my liking with the exception of the charging port situation.
The process below is how I choose to deal. The whole project took about 20-25 minutes. I am not a true craftman of any kind but the end result is one that will stand up to casual observation and I can take this into a clent meeting without fear of embarrassment.
1) Determine the proper amount of clearance required an to use a patch of post it note to mark the spot.
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2) Overlay a second but larger patch of post it note so that it covers the original cut out portion of the cover. Next use a razor to trim away excess post it note in order to create a template of the original curve.
3) Relocate the newly created template leftward using the original post it note to maintain proper spacing and alignment.
4) Use tape to fully secure the template and cut the plastic with your tool of choice. I used a dremel multi-max tool with the "standard" wood metal blade. The curve was done with a normal dremel and a mini sanding drum on low speed.
5) Test fit plug and enjoy.
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Bad product design. You or anybody else shouldn't have to do that.
From all the stuff I've been reading about this product, I think I'll steer clear.

nice job too bad i already returned my case

Am I the only person seeing that XOOM is uside-down in this solution? So you wouldn't be able to use this case as a stand

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Am I the only person seeing that XOOM is uside-down in this solution? So you wouldn't be able to use this case as a stand
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I am pretty sure you are right.
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freemsk1 said:
Am I the only person seeing that XOOM is uside-down in this solution? So you wouldn't be able to use this case as a stand
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The screen will rotate around. You just cant use the 3.5mm headphone.

Just-in-time said:
The screen will rotate around. You just cant use the 3.5mm headphone.
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Forgot about screen rotation But you still have to access on/off button, and it would be hidden (in closed state, of course) Anyway, nice solution
PS: Thought about such modification (but without rotating the device) prior to buying this case, but it was reduced to making only a small hole for charger

Good Idea! I just left the tablet in the normal way and used a soldering iron to melt a small round hole in the bottom of the case where the power adaptor goes. Since the case is made of some sort of rubber it melts easy. The hole came out good and looks almost stock.

Awesome thanks for the idea. Was trying to figure out how to make a nice hole
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dixonwa said:
Good Idea! I just left the tablet in the normal way and used a soldering iron to melt a small round hole in the bottom of the case where the power adaptor goes. Since the case is made of some sort of rubber it melts easy. The hole came out good and looks almost stock.
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That was my next move for the "spine" side of the case. I am glad to know it works. Thanks.
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Bike mount, do you think this...

....will work and do you have a better option. I like this one because its water proof but don't know if the buttons will align especially the power button and if I will be able to use the touch screen. It does say i9100 though so...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/For-Samsung...633177?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item5649389819
just found this which answers some of my questions.
http://www.ibikeconsole.com/detail.asp?catid=67650&subcatid=0&pdtid=539856

Get a ram mount, I love mine. SO many things you can do with it too.

spivey8 said:
Get a ram mount, I love mine. SO many things you can do with it too.
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with the ram mount do you have the waterproof case or the x-grip?

i wonder if this will work for motorcycle handlebars. those would be some sweet ride videos

phpracing said:
i wonder if this will work for motorcycle handlebars. those would be some sweet ride videos
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I want to know this too. If you could put it on front handlebars it would make for sweet mountain biking videos
Transmission sent from a Galaxy S II, CODENAME style.

You could mount it on a motorcycle, however, it doesn't fit the epic I forgot that the SGII is 4.3 inch and our phones our a bit bigger. I really like to product so I will be modifying it to fit, wont be the best but its better then all the other ones that leave the phone out in the open.

Bought this a few months for both my son & I. It has a bungee to keep it from flying off over railroad tracks. Highly recommended.
http://www.amazon.com/Arkon-Bicycle-Motorcycle-Mount-Smartphone/dp/B004M8ST4A/ref=pd_cp_cps_1

Hey Polska
Don't know if you noticed but they do have a Galaxy S version of that.
http://www.ibikeconsole.com/catalog.asp?catid=67650
Was just looking for the same thing and was surprised to find a thread here about it. Well not the bike console, but a stem mount solution that would fit my phone.
That thing looks like the ticket. I like the built in waterproof case as I carry mine naked.

bigtimeweb said:
Hey Polska
Don't know if you noticed but they do have a Galaxy S version of that.
http://www.ibikeconsole.com/catalog.asp?catid=67650
Was just looking for the same thing and was surprised to find a thread here about it. Well not the bike console, but a stem mount solution that would fit my phone.
That thing looks like the ticket. I like the built in waterproof case as I carry mine naked.
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Thanks I did notice but the s has a 4" screen which is even smaller, the volume and power might align better though. I cut out holes for the volume and power button obviously not as water proof anymore but really I just want it to protect the screen/speaker/front front from any moisture which it still does. I also had to modify the rubber lining because the screen didn't aligh with the screen on the case and I was unable to press the home/back etc buttons.
BTW I found my on ebay for $30 so if anybody is looking for one start there. It does not show the brand on ebay but its the same stuff.

Placeholder for now. I'm out and will search when I get home. This'll just show up in my subs so I don't forget. There's a member Miami_Son, he does serious off road riding and found an adjustable mount he used for the captivate.
my phone was here

oh the irony, i was just about to make a thread asking for recommendations for a bike mount...
@polska, can you share the link of the one you found on ebay? is it specific to the ET4G ?

This is what I got, again keep in mind the that SII is 4.3" not 4.5 like our phones and the buttons do no align
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-GAL...633177?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item5649389819
...but its the best I could find and for $27 its not a bad price.

Let me know how it fits, then I'll see about ordering it.

Came across this after looking into samsung infuse mounts - scroll down to see bike mount options
http://slipgripcarmounts.3dcartstores.com/Using-No-Case-Naked_c_21969.html
and option if you have a case on your phone
http://slipgripcarmounts.3dcartstores.com/Using-Hard-Rubber-or-Silicone-case_c_21970.html

case
Had my ET4G slide across the road because i dropped it while riding, something like this would be wise purchase for me.

Hi, I just bought one yesterday off amazon for my road bike I will let you know how it works it was 16 dollars and universal so we will see lol.
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Nice thread, just got myself a Whyte Stirling and keen to use my Samsung Galaxy S2 on it
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boborone said:
Placeholder for now. I'm out and will search when I get home. This'll just show up in my subs so I don't forget. There's a member Miami_Son, he does serious off road riding and found an adjustable mount he used for the captivate.
my phone was here
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I sent him a pm because I couldn't find it. He said never made a thread about it. I was wrong.
* iTouched Epic

I'm getting ready for a motorcycle trip next month and bought a waterproof hard case from Ultimate Mobiles in the UK completely forgetting that the European s2 has a smaller screen. It will cost more to send it back to the UK than I'd get for a refund so Ivee been looking at modifying it, sadly I can't without making the case useless. The charger and mount will work perfectly for whatever solution I finally end up with.
I'm very interested to see if the ebay case works for our phones, if so I'd be all over it!

Ibb1982 said:
Nice thread, just got myself a Whyte Stirling and keen to use my Samsung Galaxy S2 on it
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I may be blind but where on your bike are you mounting your phone?
And what mount are you using?

$80 Galaxy S3 Rebuild Thread

So I got a T999 T-Mobile Galaxy S3 off Craigslist for $80 with a shattered screen (lights up and makes noise but no image). Thought I'd make a thread of my progress/observations.
First, the phone.
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Guy got it for Christmas, broke three days later. Came with original box.
16 GB T999
Took the phone apart to get to screen assembly and noticed this.
I thought I'd been had, until I noticed this.
So, an i747 is just re-purposed to being a t999? I've been searching other threads to find info but haven't found any.
(Either way I use T-Mobile, so as long as it is a t999 all should be well...just thought that it odd to have an AT&T model # in a T-Mo phone.)
Can't wait to finally get a working Galaxy S3, got lucky in much the same way when I got my Galaxy S2 (i777) on the cheap by just replacing the screen (which I then sold for my Galaxy Nexus, which I sold to save up for one of these). Looks like I'll be getting to pocket a lot of that.
Exploded view, found a ribbon cable labeled GT-I9300...good to know parts are so cross-compatible on this model.

AFAIK some parts are just stamped that way.

Did you encounter any warranty stickers hiding any screws? Or covering anything preventing anything?
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elesbb said:
Did you encounter any warranty stickers hiding any screws? Or covering anything preventing anything?
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Nope, as with any Samsung device, dis-assembly is quite straightforward. Literally a single screw holding the mobo, everything else held in place by ribbon cable tension and the adhesives holding those down. 10 screws around the outside perimeter holds all the plastic covers on.
Aside from the heavy adhesive holding my i777 S2's screen, dis-assembly was about the same simplicity...Apple devices on the other hand make you solve riddles to get them apart (not to mention multitudes of specific-sized screws).
...another reason why Samsung has my vote over Apple (had every iPhone from original to 4S...still didn't come close to my GS2/GNex).
And every one of those phones (with exception to GNex) was purchased broken...tis a sort of fun hobby

SekuHusky said:
Nope, as with any Samsung device, dis-assembly is quite straightforward. Literally a single screw holding the mobo, everything else held in place by ribbon cable tension and the adhesives holding those down. 10 screws around the outside perimeter holds all the plastic covers on.
Aside from the heavy adhesive holding my i777 S2's screen, dis-assembly was about the same simplicity...Apple devices on the other hand make you solve riddles to get them apart (not to mention multitudes of specific-sized screws).
...another reason why Samsung has my vote over Apple (had every iPhone from original to 4S...still didn't come close to my GS2/GNex).
And every one of those phones (with exception to GNex) was purchased broken...tis a sort of fun hobby
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Yes it is fun I agree xP
And I'm glad to hear no warranty stickers. Kind of shocked though.
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elesbb said:
Yes it is fun I agree xP
And I'm glad to hear no warranty stickers. Kind of shocked though.
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The only stickers I've seen so far are moisture indicators and like...1 strip of tape over the Wi Fi antenna cable.

Looks interesting. Had to take mine apart a little while back because my half retarded German Shepherd knocked a Coke over on it It was a pretty straightforward process, and I don't recall any warranty stickers on mine either.

Custom wireless dock and charger

first all credit goes to kidgenious and his original thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2545350
I posted at the end of his thread but I didnt want to potentially thread jack with any questions
Here is my stab at his version........
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Its plastic. CNC machined then engraved then light scotch brite rub for a matte finish.
Prototype created by calprecision.com
I went with 4 Neodymium Magnets 1/2 x 1/8 inch Disc N48. 4 discs hold fine since I keep my phone naked. Even a case like the Neo hybrid from spigen allows charging.
Let me hear your thoughts.

wanna build me one? ill make it worth your time

If the magnets hold strong enough with a case on while using it in a car you have a hit on your hands. Or if a small bracket could be added to the bottom to ensure it doesn't slide off would be good too.
Sent from the jaws of my Hammerhead!

Where would you mount this in a car. I had 2 made originally. One for me one for a co worker. He did a little something on the bottom because he has a case. It wouldn't be hard to make it more professional.
I only needed 4 magnets, he needed six, but with eight it would hold very tight.
These could be done, and probably would have to, without the nexus logo. Thereby opening it up to other devices.

id take one just like that one right now lol

Looks Good
Can you please post a picture with N5 resting on the charger? Any plans to sell it? I will buy one if you can ship internationally.

I'll get you a pick later today or tomorrow psy_spy
How much would everyone be willing to pay for the dock? Market rate of $65 plus shipping? That's if these were to actually be produced. Would this dock be comparable, in your eyes, to the tylt vu dock?

Me too i take one.
How much for the dock with charger and can you post internationally? :good:

I'll take one!

As promised phone charging image.

clean setup man! let me know if you ever decide to make more to sell cause im definitely interested!

I'd be in for one.
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I'd also buy one
oh. maybe start a kickstarter for it?

Brilliant, how much?

I'm interested as well if its got a strong magnetic hold on the phone

Is there any chance you could build something like that but with a different shape? I mean, I would prefer a dock/charging station that could hold the phone horizontaly.
Would that be possible?

The dock as i have it now has a good hold on the phone, even landscape. I actually typically have my phone in that direction. I have been rolling ideas around in my head for different configuration of the magnets and charging coil.
I 'm going to start a kickstarter and see what ground it picks up. Maybe toy with some design options or possibilities. I also need a sweet name for it, anyone got any ideas? If this thing takes off I would offer the dude that gave up the name something in return obviously.
If these were in the $55-$65 would everyone still be interested in them?

kickstarter would be sweet. $55-$65 via kickstarter or retail? are you thinking about including the charging coil?
by any chance do you have a nexus 7 (2013)? just wondering if this would work with the nexus 7 as well.

junkinmytrunk426 said:
kickstarter would be sweet. $55-$65 via kickstarter or retail? are you thinking about including the charging coil?
by any chance do you have a nexus 7 (2013)? just wondering if this would work with the nexus 7 as well.
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55-65 would be retail, kickstarter would be in the 30-45 range i would think. Im looking at other projects to se how they have them set up. There is A LOT to making a project....
Does the N7 have magnets? would pronanly be to heavy and would require a set up similar to a phone that doesnt have magnets.

The nexus 7 2013 does have magnets. They don't seem to be as strong as the 1s in the nexus 5. They might just seem weaker because they're spaced out more tho.