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[Q] Decent Armband?

Does anybody know of a decent armband for this phone? I had something that worked well for my Tilt2, but I don't think it will fit quite right for the Captivate...

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This looks pretty decent plus it has an extra pocket for keys, cards, condoms...you know, the necessities. http://www.thepocketsolution.com/Me...4&Category_Code=samsung_captivate_accessories

It seems like it might obstruct the headphone jack. It also seems like it barely fits as far as the height goes. Any other thoughts? (thanks for the link though!)

This one has access to the screen and headphone jack. Although there is nothing over the top to secure the phone.
And no I don't have it.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...ff833f5&itemid=190428606896&ff4=263602_263622

I just bought this one http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0..._m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=03FSV0Q22S9SKTEJCQTS

jamespaulritter said:
I just bought this one http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0..._m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=03FSV0Q22S9SKTEJCQTS
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I tried that one with my captivate at Academy
It didnt fit, too big. You might want to cancel your order
Ive yet to find one big enough

duct tape? lol jk
avid runner here, also curious

matthewpapa said:
I tried that one with my captivate at Academy
It didnt fit, too big. You might want to cancel your order
Ive yet to find one big enough
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Ahhh,,,,, too late, I didn't see your post in time. It already shipped. This is the AB82 tune belt. Is that the model you had?

Anybody find any other options for these? I'm looking too.

I got the TuneBelt AB82 and you were right. It was to small. I called tunebelt and they happily replaced it for their new AB83. They say its the right size but I haven received it yet. I will report back when it arrives.

I got the AB83 and it fits well. The pouch is deeper than the phone which works well for me because i have my phone in a rubber case. I can push the buttons in the front easily but you have to feel around for the side buttons. The headphone jack isn't in the right spot so I cant put the phone in top down. I guess it will be just fine until something perfect comes out.

thanks for checking back in
anyone found anything better yet? It really kills me that it is hard to for runs with this thing

So this tune belt is working out really well. The top has a slit where you slide the phone in and I have the audio jack running to it there. The plastic window stays lifted from the phone a bit so taps and swipes register perfectly. I got use to the buttons on the sides and can hit them perfectly as well. I think even if something came out that was made specifically for the captivate I wouldn't buy it myself because the tune belt is just about perfect.

really is a good case, I got it after reading this topic a couple weeks ago. Phone fits in very well, even fits in with the Amzer case on it (its a bit more snug obviously). The holes not lining up isn't a big issue, I put it in the other way (with the headphone jack up at the entry point).
As for performance, I did 60 miles on my bike the day it came in. (I was really happy it came in!.. 10 mins before we left) For the most part I forgot it was even there, phone stayed dry from sweat and a brief rain shower. Screen was usable as there was nothing in front of it, and once I dialed in on where the side buttons were inside the case it was smooth sailing there too. Was a good investment.

I just ordered the AB83 after reading this thread. Thanks guys!

Yeah that AB83 looks good, plus they show a Fascinate in it in one of the pics on Amazon. I've been having to hold my phone while I run lol it's scary always hoping the sweat doesn't make me drop it.
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don't know if anyone is willing to try this out.
http://www.droidarmband.com/

I posted in the Vibrant and i9000 forums, but I got the larger version of the Tune Belt. It fits with my phone still inside it's TPU case which is what I was looking for. I think the smaller version would be too tight if you want to keep it in your case.
If you have above average sized biceps, you will need the extension as the band is one of the shorter ones I've seen, but luckily the extension is very cheap and works well.
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Damn, too bad none of these accommodate a 18" arm I would much rather have my phone on the arm at the gym instead of in my pocket. Sometimes when bench pressing dumbbells I have to rest the weights on my quadriceps for a short time, but if I do that with the phone in my shorts pockets, then i run the risk of laying 70-90lbs on it

Found a good running / workout holder for the Galaxy Note

I like armbands for working out but I hate those ones with the clear plastic face and that seems to be all that is out there for the Note.
I was at a local Academy Sporting Goods and I was surprised to find a good carrier for running. It is the Spibelt (www.spibelt.com). It is a stretchy waist pouch with a stretchy belt and I was shocked when it managed to fit the Note. It looks like a python that just ate a paperback book but it works and it works well.
I went to the gym to lift and I ran 3 miles with it. At the gym you constantly have to shift it around so your weight is not on it. While running it does not bounce and I can forget it is there (except for Pandora pumping through bluetooth headphones).
I've used a ziploc bag to protect it from sweat and I have some "loksaks" on order that are basically just heavy duty ziplocs.
Very happy. Running with the Note was my biggest concern about buying this monster and now I have a good solution.
I'll post pics when I get back home to camera.
David

Looking forward to the pics.

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The surprising thing is how well it rides. I literally forget it is there when running. It rides close to the body and does not bounce.
Sorry if the pics are huge...

DJ_smooth said:
I like armbands for working out but I hate those ones with the clear plastic face and that seems to be all that is out there for the Note.
I was at a local Academy Sporting Goods and I was surprised to find a good carrier for running. It is the Spibelt (www.spibelt.com). It is a stretchy waist pouch with a stretchy belt and I was shocked when it managed to fit the Note. It looks like a python that just ate a paperback book but it works and it works well.
I went to the gym to lift and I ran 3 miles with it. At the gym you constantly have to shift it around so your weight is not on it. While running it does not bounce and I can forget it is there (except for Pandora pumping through bluetooth headphones).
I've used a ziploc bag to protect it from sweat and I have some "loksaks" on order that are basically just heavy duty ziplocs.
Very happy. Running with the Note was my biggest concern about buying this monster and now I have a good solution.
I'll post pics when I get back home to camera.
David
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I see a few Spibelts on the website, which version is yours?

Not sure. I think most of the variations are just color and/or waterproofing. I should have kept the packaging. I think it is just the basic "spibelt" http://store.spibelt.com/Spibelt-p/spibeltparent1.htm.
I'll try to swing by the store and get a model number tomorrow or Friday.
David

I bought the water-resistant spibelt from a while back for my EVO4g, and was shocked to see the Note was able to fit just barely. But definitely works.

I can't seem to make any comments.

omg sick
Thanks this is exactly what i was trying to look for can't believe i found it thanks to you!!!

So lame when people post pictures as a post.

Sorry for digging this up, can anyone please tell me which spibelt will fit the note the normal 6.5" or the large 8.9" ? Thanks

[MINI REVIEW] Cheap Waterproof case.

Well I ordered it from eBay and it arrived today so as promised here's a micro review.
First impressions are not bad, I can't complain considering the price I paid for it and, for something to use whilst out walking or just using in the bath (pretty light duty stuff) etc... It will do the job quite nicely. You can use the Tab with it in the case and it works really well considering I have a screen protector on it too.
It doesn't have a cut out in the back to use the camera but it's no big deal.
I have the book cover case for my Tab, but it will not fit in the water proof case if the Tab wearing it, so you have to remove this first.
I've uploaded a video to YouTube if you want to see it in action.
And here is a bit more closer detail about it.
1) First Zip Lock
2) Second Zip Lock
3) Velcro to protect the locks
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All in all, It's not bad, granted it's not a WaterBuoy or an Aquapac case but you get what you pay for, so if you want something to keep the rain off it or just peice of mind when using it on the beach (just anywhere near water really LOL) then the "eBay Special" will do the job just fine.... First ever review complete
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I was going to purchase one of the waterproof cases for my Tab from either eBay or Amazon, but has anyone here already bought one that can comment on how water tight they actually are?
Would you trust it to keep your device safe if it fell into the bath for example and could you use the camera whilst it is in the case etc etc... I'm mainly wanting one so it'll stay nice and dry whilst using it for Ordinance Survey maps whilst on walks and also if i drop it in a stream for example.
Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated if someone has bought one that is.
If no one has however, then I'll get one anyway and review it on here, in case anyone else is also interested in getting one.
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I do not have any experience with those covers but am sure interested ina review! Please share your experience!
I do hope there is already someone worth that here!
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Can you post a link to the case you want?

karib4 said:
Can you post a link to the case you want?
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Well this is one them, however, I ordered mine from ebay.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/SAMSUNG-P7510-GALAXY-ALL-WEATHER-CELLAPOD/dp/B005EFSELI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1327162602&sr=8-1
There is another one eBay for £30 but I thought I might as well get the cheaper one first, as it maybe just fine for my needs, if not then I'll get the more expensive one.
Either way I'll let everyone know what its like when it arrives.

From your link:
"Boxed-product Weight: 64 Kg"
I really hope they made a mistake here . But even with forgetting the decimal and accidentally writing Kg instead of pound or something it would be quite heavy, as 6.4 pounds are almost 3 kilograms.

The product description does not provide much but I would be surprised if you will be able to use the Tab while in the case. It looks to me to be a waterproof cover that will protect the tab if it gets dropped in water but will require you to remove the tab to do anything.
There are excellent waterproof cases on the market for Apple products. I have one for my iPhone that offers full functionality while in the case and will protect the device even if it is submerged in 8 feet of water for over 24 hours, (I tested it). The manufacturer is LifeProof. They do not have a Tab version yet but are considering it. Otterbox is another manufacturer with a good product for iPhones and iPads.
The problem for manufacturers considering making products for the Android market is that Android tablets come in many sizes and shapes and are constantly being modified. By the time they produce the tooling to make a case for a particular device, that device is off the market. Apple is a much slower moving target so this is where the resources go.
Bob

dsafety said:
It looks to me to be a waterproof cover that will protect the tab if it gets dropped in water but will require you to remove the tab to do anything.
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Nope, fully submersible and can you can use it just fine with it in there, Just updated the first post with a micro review.

Demagnetized Zenus Prestige Vintage

So I bought this case before knowing that the magnet would screw up my Note. After a bit of online research, I came up with the idea of installing a snap fastener button in place of the magnet (just like the Mastige series). Looking through Etsy, I found this set of buttons:
http://www.etsy.com/transaction/71729266"]http://www.etsy.com/transaction/71729266"]http://www.etsy.com/transaction/71729266
This type of fastener is probably the more flattened type of snap fasteners. And it looks more elegant as well.
Taking the magnet out was a pain since they were glued on a piece of paper and there were 2 of them each side. Here is the final result:
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This is the style man.
Looks hot.

Nice mod looks totally like it was made that way.

Looks good. Have to say I love the aged leather but I'm not big on the studs or embossing. My ideal case would be that one that looks like a leather bound book but they only make them for idevices
In what way did the magnet cause issues? Mine has a magnet clasp, not Mega strong though
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supposedly affect s-pen accuracy. i have a small magnet on the back of my casing too, for the kickstand, but have not seen averse effects in s-pen accuracy

From what I gathered, the magnet would not cause any immediate effect due to its relative weak strength. However, over time, the S-Pen and the touch screen would be affected. I would not take any chance to find out how severe the problem will be.

is there hard evidence of this?

jeremy.chan said:
is there hard evidence of this?
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Nothing concrete, but you can find the detail right here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1372112&page=2
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1396929

i have tested this with the *#0*# Sensors, and Magnetic sensor (assuming this is pointing to magnetic north) moves with my case where my magnet points to. dayum, this is a good excuse for a new case!

I am actually planning to do the exact same thing as you. Except I have the Prestige Origami Diary Series instead (attached below).
Any hints or tips that you could share as to how you went about it? I have checked your supplier link for the buttons (nice find!) and plan to purchase from them the exact same set as well. Seems like there are some useful tools included in the package already, like the button presser / holder thing.
Just a couple of quick questions if you don't mind...
How did you remove the magnets itself from inside the leather? Because I assume you cut into the leather through the top layer with a scalpel of some sort, and somehow pulled it out with tweasers?
What sort of adhesive did you use to secure the buttons in place? Using some sort of glue or just the pressure of the buttons locked together?
How long roughly did this whole process take you?

case
i may be wrong but i am using Zenus Vintage for few month already and havent noticed any problems yet...

Can you post a how to please?

Weird, i have the exact same case and it comes without magnet..
I have a snap fastener fitted originally

friedje said:
Weird, i have the exact same case and it comes without magnet..
I have a snap fastener fitted originally
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There are two versions. You have the latest one.

Where do you buy the new version?
EDIT: Found it at http://zenuscaseusa.com/samsung-galaxy-note-prestige-vintage-g-note-diary.html

the funny thing is that i bought this case with magnetic closure a few days ago without knowing that there is a version with a snap fastener. The good thing is that i bought it for 27.99 dollars from ebay.com. i guess i will have to apply a snap fastener myself.

sports armbands

Has anyone seen sports armbands for this in the UK yet?

johnbhoy89 said:
Has anyone seen sports armbands for this in the UK yet?
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this one Neoprene Armband Case for HTC One X looks right for you? try it out and make us a small review?

Hampa_D said:
this one Neoprene Armband Case for HTC One X looks right for you? try it out and make us a small review?
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thanks, Ive purchased this one for now, it has a long delivery date from HK though

i have bought from that seller before and it has actually been pretty fast shipping to sweden. tell us what you think of it when you get it

damn...
the armband i use for my hd2 cant fit the one x...!!!!

I paid extra for a quicker delivery, Ill be sure to get some pictures up of it when it comes!
Still looking for a named brand too! I go through these something awful!

Maybe you could try Armpocket?
http://www.armpocket.com/products/XTREME-30-LW.html
I'll be checking if they have it in retail shop here in Singapore by this week.
I also need a new armband for my HOX

Just purchased the ArmPocket, fits HOX perfectly!
There are two credit card Size neoprene pocket inside. Can slot your credit card in one, some folded notes and a key. With phone on there is still enough room for some other stuff.
My dislikes about the armband is:
1) headphone Ports are at the bottom.
2) If headphones plugged in I'm not able to fully zip it up.
3) you have to place the phone in between the inner inseams and the clear plastic to use the touch screen.
4) not one size fits all, comes in three sizes, so make sure you measure your arm flexed and relax if you order online, got mine from a retailer, so I tried it on before purchase
5) bulkier then the 2 other armbands i had previously.
Likes:
1) Thick memory foam between arms and phone.
2) water resistant.
3) plenty of space inside for other stuff.
4) no rough Velcro that would cause chaffing.
5) good build quality, have not tested so can't really say it's great.
6) can use the touch screen thru the clear plastic.
7) super comfortable, i don't feel like i have a phone strap to my arm. this is my 3rd sports armband
Some of the key features stated on the packaging:
1) Eco-Friendly Durable Fabric
2)Water resistant
3) dual zippers
4) earbud access
5) touch thru window
6) non slip memory foam (back)
7) moisture wicking (back)
8) patent pending v-strap (back)
9) permium sport velcro with vented strap (back)
10) Soft bamboo rayon fabric (back)
-Fits all smartphones, even large Droids and iPhone with cases
-3 interior pockets, securely carries keys, ID, credit cards, energy bars and more.. ( i only see 2 pocket, maybe the third is the empty space between the phone and back)
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