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Ruggedized battery cover

Ok so I was asked to update this post. Some of the information found throughout the thread is below:
The battery cover can be found at: cnn.cn
(thank you NoNameAtAll from this post)
The cnn.cn part is just the case, no retail packaging (ie. no media dock adapter.)
jjwatmyself in post says that you remove the insert in the car dock and it will fit the atrix with the battery cover.
digital.aaron in post has some pictures with the cover on the phone.
jjwatmyself has some pictures here.
digital.aaron says in this post: it's very different from Otterbox's rubber. It hasn't picked up any fuzz from my pocket, and I've got on fleece sweatpants. Used to be a nightmare for my 'Box'd iPhone.
Some problems people were are having, the sides are flimsy (you get used to this) and the different colors seem to have different textures.
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I bought the atrix from AT&T and I ordered a ruggedized battery cover from some website for $30 w/ shipping. My question is as I have neither yet, does anyone have the cover and is it good? Does it feel like it will protect the phone a bit and help hold the phone in the hand?
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I'd be interested in this too. Asked a while back and it seemed no one has tried them, because there were no responses. I don't want to spend $30 on one if it feels cheap or doesn't fit right
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goscrewsir said:
I'd be interested in this too. Asked a while back and it seemed no one has tried them, because there were no responses. I don't want to spend $30 on one if it feels cheap or doesn't fit right
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Well, if no one else has tried I already ordered it so when I get both phone and cover in I will update this thread. It might be a while as I am stationed in Japan so my mom will be sending me the phone Tuesday or Wednesday and it may take a week or two to get here.

oh by the way I ordered mine from After market Cellular. Anyone have any dealings with them, are they honest?
This is the specific one I bought:
http://www.aftermarketcellular.com/ic/89490N.html

I've been looking at one of these batter covers but several sites that I have checked show an estimated ship date or out of stock. Have you received a shipping confirmation for the battery cover yet?

These are rubberized battery covers and thus replace the stock plastic cover. They are from Motorola and are rumored to be out about April 15th. This is why several places show "out of stock", because they aren't out yet.

I have not recieved a shipping confermation, but the store was not showing them as out of stock r estimated shipping date. Now that a320ca said they are nto supposed to be out until the 15th I am worried that the store is a sham because it never told me that.

FYI, I just called them and they said they are out of stock of the Blue one. She asked if I wanted her to check stock on the Green one but I already knew what the answer would be. Store doesn't appear to be a sham but then again, you might want to look into your order if are expecting it sooner than later.

I hope there will be pictures of the cover when people get them. I an intensely eyeballing the green one.

I've also ordered one, from 123cellsupply.com.
I don't have a shipping confirmation yet, either. I've put in several emails to find out the status, but no response yet.

Does the ruggedized battery cover wrap around the front at all, to provide a small protective lip around the screen?
Has anyone actually seen one of these in person?

These are in stock in my local bell store for 29.95. I might consider getting one of these
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bimmerboii said:
These are in stock in my local bell store for 29.95. I might consider getting one of these
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Can you take some photos of them?

bimmerboii said:
These are in stock in my local bell store for 29.95. I might consider getting one of these
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Really? Where's your local Bell? In the GVA by any chance? I ordered one from Bell online, because it didn't seem like there were any in stock in the Bell stores here in Vancouver... Admittedly, I didn't try very hard to find them.
But my order is still pending, turns out they're out of stock online...

Can someone show me a link?
I have googled and not found nothing related to what I think you guys are talking about.

RacecarBMW said:
Can someone show me a link?
I have googled and not found nothing related to what I think you guys are talking about.
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Here's a link. Just found this on Amazon today:
http://www.amazon.com/Motorola-8949..._1_4?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1302157537&sr=1-4

Anyone manage to get one of these yet?

GoodFoot said:
Does the ruggedized battery cover wrap around the front at all, to provide a small protective lip around the screen?
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Yes it wraps around the entire phone

They do look nice.... but to be honest, if it's actually silicon.... i dunno if i'd want it. That's basically my issue with the Otterbox cases. That outside cover attracts dust from alternate dimensions of your pocket. I can't imagine what the rugged battery cover might look like if it's the same material.

i want!! thats simply awesome. i wish amazon had green dangit

Brodit Holder

Any news on Brodit holders for the Galaxy S2?
Can't seem to find anything on DSL Developments (who I normally use). Timescales? or are we still looking at weeks yet. Might have to find a temporary alternative in the short term.

Why not email [email protected]? They are usually very helpful.

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Any news on Brodit holders for the Galaxy S2?
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I'm using the passive HTC HD2 cradle. It's fits perfect at the bottom but a little bit of movement at the top where the phone is thinner. It's not loose enough it rattles or moves when you touch the screen. Volume and power buttons aren't blocked.
Might be easier and cheaper to find a used or new HD2 holder.
There may even be enough space to add a very thin skin, which is what I'll add if I can find a nice one.

Thanks will look into it.

Mujja said:
I'm using the passive HTC HD2 cradle. It's fits perfect at the bottom but a little bit of movement at the top where the phone is thinner. It's not loose enough it rattles or moves when you touch the screen. Volume and power buttons aren't blocked.
Might be easier and cheaper to find a used or new HD2 holder.
There may even be enough space to add a very thin skin, which is what I'll add if I can find a nice one.
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Great to know, I currently have a HD2 with Brodit passive holder, and will receive my Galaxy S II tomorrow
I'll see if it's the same for me too...

I have an adjustable iPhone 3GS passive Brodit mount (it expands to use with gel type cases). I have a cheapo gel case on my SGII and it works fine, solid as a rock.

turt said:
Great to know, I currently have a HD2 with Brodit passive holder, and will receive my Galaxy S II tomorrow
I'll see if it's the same for me too...
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Okay so here's what I've done: on each side of my passive holder, I've put a few centimeters of black adhesive tape. It's the kind of heavy one, which you can buy in a hardware store...
Now the Galaxy S 2 is completely stable in a HD2 Brodit passive holder!

travisb said:
I have an adjustable iPhone 3GS passive Brodit mount
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I gave mine to a friend for free when I sold my first 3GS. Later when I bought another 3GS I tried to get it back. I think i'm going to have to ask again now

turt said:
Okay so here's what I've done: on each side of my passive holder, I've put a few centimeters of black adhesive tape. It's the kind of heavy one, which you can buy in a hardware store...
Now the Galaxy S 2 is completely stable in a HD2 Brodit passive holder!
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Nice tip there. However, I might pick up one the offical cases from P4U this week. It looks like there may be enough room for the phone to fit the holder with the case on.

http://www.brodit.com/productinformation.jsp?anr=513255&sortiment=null

Dashers said:
http://www.brodit.com/productinformation.jsp?anr=513255&sortiment=null
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good news - thanks for posting the update ...

Just orderEd mine from pda hut.
They claim to have stock!
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jscsltd said:
Just orderEd mine from pda hut.
They claim to have stock!
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do you have a link ? i can't see anything about the SGS2 on the site ?

Seems dodgy, couldn't find anything on pdahut...
Maybe he's been mistaken with the original "Galaxy S"?
I've pre-ordered from dsldevelopments as usual, claims to be in stock in 10 days or so...

Sorry, it was:
http://www.holdersandmounts.co.uk/
They must be a subsidiary of pda hut.
Product code is: 512255
Hope this helps.
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Okay thanks for the information. However it's not in stock, it says:
"Please note: This product is expected to be in stock in the UK week commencing 30th May and is available on Pre-order basis. Demand will be very high, order yours today to secure this item."
So it is in line with what dsldevelopments have told me

Looks like I didn't spot that. Oh well, I won't hold my breath then.
Cheers.
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Just to let you know, on Friday dsldevelopments has shipped my brodit passive holder, I should get it this week

I installed my Brodit SII-holder last Saturday. Fits perfectly. I had it pre-ordered to be one of the first to have it
I have the passive one, I use separate wires for power-in and audio-out.
I have decided to use it with a Kuda console, because that looks better in my car.
Now all I need to do is fill my SD-card with audio and I can enjoy my car-rides even better

andrek64 said:
I installed my Brodit SII-holder last Saturday. Fits perfectly. I had it pre-ordered to be one of the first to have it
I have the passive one, I use separate wires for power-in and audio-out.
I have decided to use it with a Kuda console, because that looks better in my car.
Now all I need to do is fill my SD-card with audio and I can enjoy my car-rides even better
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Could you post some pictures of this setup please?
Thanks.

Recommended Dock from EBay

Hi There!
Has anyone got any experience with particular cradle/docks from Ebay?
Ideally I think I would like a horizontal dock, but can do portrait.

The "USB-Sync-Cradle-Dock-Charger-Samsung-i9100-Galaxy-S-2" on eBay. (Since I've posted so little, I'm not yet allowed to post links).
I bought one'o these. Don't expect much of it, but I think it'll do what it's supposed to. I just hope there's some anti-slip rubber feet on it, so the phone can be used while mounted. Droidstuff.se (swedish site) has a very nice, special made Android universal dock in black metal (which everybody knows us scandinavians are very good at! ). It's pretty expensive, though, and availability is scarce.

Here is the one I ordered: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170633167683
I still haven't gotten it yet (even though I ordered nearly 2 weeks ago)... I will let you know what I think if / when I get it.

When it arrives, I'd be interested to know whether it looks like it'd work with a case on

ebay dock
I ordered that ebay dock, it came pretty quick, its ok for the money, it doesnt give a snug cutom fit but does just fine, i might actually order a sceond one as you can charge it from your pc/laptop or hook in a wall charger.
It look like theres enough room to work with a case but im not a big fan of cases so im unable to tell.

MrDeacon said:
The "USB-Sync-Cradle-Dock-Charger-Samsung-i9100-Galaxy-S-2" on eBay. (Since I've posted so little, I'm not yet allowed to post links).
I bought one'o these. Don't expect much of it, but I think it'll do what it's supposed to. I just hope there's some anti-slip rubber feet on it, so the phone can be used while mounted. Droidstuff.se (swedish site) has a very nice, special made Android universal dock in black metal (which everybody knows us scandinavians are very good at! ). It's pretty expensive, though, and availability is scarce.
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Do you mean this bad boy

http://www.handtec.co.uk/product.php/4801/samsung-original-galaxy-s-ii-i9100-desktop-charger
Thinking of that one, looks pretty good and it also charges a separate battery at the same time, however not in stock yet any thoughts?

I'd really want my device lied horizontally. Comfortable while watching movies But no such a dock in the offing.

beWater said:
http://www.handtec.co.uk/product.php/4801/samsung-original-galaxy-s-ii-i9100-desktop-charger
Thinking of that one, looks pretty good and it also charges a separate battery at the same time, however not in stock yet any thoughts?
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that's the one that comes with korean version of the galaxy s2
lucky bastards

skanj said:
Do you mean this bad boy
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That's the bad boy. Isn't it adorable?

Its awesome
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smartbot said:
Here is the one I ordered: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170633167683
I still haven't gotten it yet (even though I ordered nearly 2 weeks ago)... I will let you know what I think if / when I get it.
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1 already bought this one, two days on ebay. I dont like it at all as the phone sites in it almost upright, there isnt enough of an angle on it to use the phone comfortably, the angle is just too steep.
If you don't mind the angle the build quality is good otherwise.

I ordered one of these. Will report back when I get it.
http://cgi.ebay.com/USB-Sync-Cradle...3?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item27ba878343#shId

beWater said:
http://www.handtec.co.uk/product.php/4801/samsung-original-galaxy-s-ii-i9100-desktop-charger
Thinking of that one, looks pretty good and it also charges a separate battery at the same time, however not in stock yet any thoughts?
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Isn't that the one that doesn't actually charge the phone, though?
It charges a separate battery, lying flat in the base. But the phone simply sits in the base. Seems mad to me.
Edit: Yup, doesn't charge the phone. More pictures here. Removed link as I wasn't sure if linking to a retailer was permitted. Is copying their images ok?

I remember having a very similar dock to that for the M2000 (htc blue angel), battery charged in the back, but you could plug a mini-usb cable in to charge the device as well.....
Thats a big step backwards!

leventbb said:
I ordered one of these. Will report back when I get it.
http://cgi.ebay.com/USB-Sync-Cradle...3?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item27ba878343#shId
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Just bought a similar one, hope it arrives soon to my country. Being used to connect my milestone to a dock is can't of weird now that i have the phone laying alone on the desk.
Regards,
Sebastian Moreno
Buenos Aires, Argentina.

http://www.clove.co.uk/samsung-galaxy-s-ii-i9100-desktop-dock
I'm waiting for this one
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but this one looks promising,as well
http://www.clove.co.uk/desktop-sync-charge-cradle-samsung-galaxy-s-ii-i9100

hunhool said:
http://www.clove.co.uk/samsung-galaxy-s-ii-i9100-desktop-dock
I'm waiting for this one
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but this one looks promising,as well
http://www.clove.co.uk/desktop-sync-charge-cradle-samsung-galaxy-s-ii-i9100
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I'm waiting for the 1st dock. I'd rather get a samsung approved dock plus it looks well built and has line out and usb connection AND works in portrait/landscape.
Also eager about the car dock, until you linked this site I didn't know where to get the official Samsung one, so thanks man.
http://www.clove.co.uk/vehicle-dock-samsung-galaxy-s-ii-i9100
If you want to see both in action, I found a Danish video from a while back which happens to show the hdmi accessory
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KTsUgetnGu8
Don;t know if those links will work, if not just append watch?v=KTsUgetnGu8 to youtube.com

leventbb said:
I ordered one of these. Will report back when I get it.
http://cgi.ebay.com/USB-Sync-Cradle...3?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item27ba878343#shId
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this is the same one I reviewed, too steep an angle, looks nice but uncomfortable to use.

Airbag888 said:
I'm waiting for the 1st dock. I'd rather get a samsung approved dock plus it looks well built and has line out and usb connection AND works in portrait/landscape.
Also eager about the car dock, until you linked this site I didn't know where to get the official Samsung one, so thanks man.
http://www.clove.co.uk/vehicle-dock-samsung-galaxy-s-ii-i9100
If you want to see both in action, I found a Danish video from a while back which happens to show the hdmi accessory
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KTsUgetnGu8
Don;t know if those links will work, if not just append watch?v=KTsUgetnGu8 to youtube.com
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thanks for the video,it was really impressive
I can't wait to get them

Galaxy Tab 10.1 Book Cover (by Samsung)

I just received my Galaxy Tab 10.1 Book Cover today and after couple of hours I can say that I'm pretty happy with it.
The most important reason why I bought that case over the other one (http://www.belkin.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Product_Id=544839), that I was thinking of buying, was that the Book Cover case does not add extra bulk.
I found the case with a very good discount on amazon. It costed £27.95, which is very good price for such quality product. Now the price is much higher on amazon.
On my case there are actually two differences from the original one that I watched a lot of reviews (you can see on my last photo):
1. There is an opening for the power button. Probably this is a good feature, because I found that some people are complaining about powering up and down the tablet by accident when the case closed.
2. The opening for the audio 3.5mm headphone jack is a little bit different. On my case if I plug my headphones when the cover is closed, I can open fully the case while the headphones are still plugged in.

nice, wish mine had that stuff lol

Hey, I believe Samsung updated their design on this one!
I was looking to purchase this new one but couldn't find it anywhere here in U.S.
I found two items that have the same name. Which one is this updated model?
EFC-1B1NBEGSTA or EFC-1B1NBECXAR

I would like a link if anyone haw found this in the US
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sbaek33 said:
Hey, I believe Samsung updated their design on this one!
I was looking to purchase this new one but couldn't find it anywhere here in U.S.
I found two items that have the same name. Which one is this updated model?
EFC-1B1NBEGSTA or EFC-1B1NBECXAR
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The one he has is the most updated model. I bought one when I first got the Galaxy Tab. The only difference that I can see is that it has a hole for the power button and a redesigned headphone jack hole. The one I have doesn't have a power button hole and I can't open the case with the headphones in. They look exactly the same though, Samsung and Galaxy Tab logos are in the same place, it folds the same way, etc.

Highriser said:
The one he has is the most updated model. I bought one when I first got the Galaxy Tab. The only difference that I can see is that it has a hole for the power button and a redesigned headphone jack hole. The one I have doesn't have a power button hole and I can't open the case with the headphones in. They look exactly the same though, Samsung and Galaxy Tab logos are in the same place, it folds the same way, etc.
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Do you know where to get the most updated model in the US?
Every site I go to seems to have the old model.

sbaek33 said:
Do you know where to get the most updated model in the US?
Every site I go to seems to have the old model.
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On amazon were posted images from the original case. There was no hole for the power buttom and no updated hole for the headphones. So I think, if you want to know if its the new one, you should contact the seller and ask. He should be able to check without opening the packaging because its transparent.
Hope this helps...

spritable said:
On amazon were posted images from the original case. There was no hole for the power buttom and no updated hole for the headphones. So I think, if you want to know if its the new one, you should contact the seller and ask. He should be able to check without opening the packaging because its transparent.
Hope this helps...
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I ended up buying from a UK seller who said his case has a cutout for the power button and redesigned ear phone jack.

Could you post a link for the redesigned book case?

KiNG OMaR said:
Could you post a link for the redesigned book case?
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/Genuine-Sam...Accessories&hash=item27c1221b28#ht_1430wt_927
I e-mailed the seller and he has confirmed this is the redesigned version. It's ivory color though.
I ordered it last week and I'm hoping to receive it by next week.
I can confirm it for you when I get it

i have searched EVERYWHERE to try to get this one with the cutout. .... where can i get the one wiht the power button cutout! every time i put this thing in the one i have it turns itself off and i have to hold the power button for like ten seconds to turn it back on. if anyone has one i will buy it!

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i have searched EVERYWHERE to try to get this one with the cutout. .... where can i get the one wiht the power button cutout! every time i put this thing in the one i have it turns itself off and i have to hold the power button for like ten seconds to turn it back on. if anyone has one i will buy it!
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I brought mine from J and R. They had the new version.
http://www.jr.com/samsung/pe/SAM_1B1NBECSTD/

just for an FYI for anyone in the US trying to get the updated version with power button cutouts,.....you can order it directly from samsung for $59.99 i just bought one from them and can confirm it is the correct one

sbaek33 said:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Genuine-Sam...Accessories&hash=item27c1221b28#ht_1430wt_927
I e-mailed the seller and he has confirmed this is the redesigned version. It's ivory color though.
I ordered it last week and I'm hoping to receive it by next week.
I can confirm it for you when I get it
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Did you receive your order yet??

mattdub1 said:
just for an FYI for anyone in the US trying to get the updated version with power button cutouts,.....you can order it directly from samsung for $59.99 i just bought one from them and can confirm it is the correct one
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After seeing your post I went ahead and payed the ridiculously high $59.99 for the case. But it is indeed the new redesigned case bought straight through the Samsung website, in case anyone else would like to go the same route

Hey folks!
So, I'm willing to buy this case, but would like to ask you: is it tight enough?
As for what I can see in the pictures, there are just four "parts" holding the tablet in the corners, so... is it tight enough? I mean for daily use, no extreme moves and stuff...
Thanks!

rosswell said:
Hey folks!
So, I'm willing to buy this case, but would like to ask you: is it tight enough?
As for what I can see in the pictures, there are just four "parts" holding the tablet in the corners, so... is it tight enough? I mean for daily use, no extreme moves and stuff...
Thanks!
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I have the ivory edition and it's holding the tab firmly in place!
Has never fell out or anything, the closing of the cover is nicely done..a great buy
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BuddyJoe83 said:
I have the ivory edition and it's holding the tab firmly in place!
Has never fell out or anything, the closing of the cover is nicely done..a great buy
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Ok, thanks for your comment, man!
I guess I'll go on and buy it.

hmm, just got my case off amazon.... it does not have the power button hole. guess not a big deal. how much improved is the headphone hole?? have yet to use it with phones. thanks
(i paid $50 to the dooor for the old version.)

rosswell said:
Hey folks!
So, I'm willing to buy this case, but would like to ask you: is it tight enough?
As for what I can see in the pictures, there are just four "parts" holding the tablet in the corners, so... is it tight enough? I mean for daily use, no extreme moves and stuff...
Thanks!
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its fine, mine has been in it since Xmas and no issues. I took it out once ans it was quite difficult. Does add a but of bulk, but I find it easier to hold for reading
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REVIEW: LG G Pad 8.3 Generic TPU "X-Style" Case

Hi everyone, I've FINALLY received this case from AliExpress:
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/1pcs...Soft-back-case-for-LG-G-Pad-8/1532446130.html
As promised, here's a YouTube Video Review.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BV0AN_YhXpw
TL;DR verdict: It's cheap, it's black, and overall it works well. Fit is solid, all ports work out (except the SD card slot, which is covered - but that's hardly a dealbreaker), and it doesn't add any significant weight. Does not interfere with the speakers.
Would buy, but not from AliExpress. No fault to the vendor (who was pleasantly responsive to my inquiries), but on eBay you can now pick it up for $6 CDN shipped.
Thanks for reading and watching!
Mark

Impromark said:
Hi everyone, I've FINALLY received this case from AliExpress:
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/1pcs...Soft-back-case-for-LG-G-Pad-8/1532446130.html
As promised, here's a YouTube Video Review.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BV0AN_YhXpw
TL;DR verdict: It's cheap, it's black, and overall it works well. Fit is solid, all ports work out (except the SD card slot, which is covered - but that's hardly a dealbreaker), and it doesn't add any significant weight. Does not interfere with the speakers.
Would buy, but not from AliExpress. No fault to the vendor (who was pleasantly responsive to my inquiries), but on eBay you can now pick it up for $6 CDN shipped.
Thanks for reading and watching!
Mark
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Fellow Canuck here who bought the tablet in the USA at bestbuy. Where did you get yours?
Have you tried to use the remote? Seems only US cable providers are listed. Same for you?

Canadoc said:
Fellow Canuck here who bought the tablet in the USA at bestbuy. Where did you get yours?
Have you tried to use the remote? Seems only US cable providers are listed. Same for you?
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Mine was also sourced from the States as Newegg in Canada didn't have it at the time, Best Buy here STILL doesn't, and $259 USD on sale was worth the trouble of getting it brought up here by a family member.
The Quick Remote app DOES work on my Telus cable setup. I used the AT&T option and it works just fine. I don't know if Rogers, etc. would work, but one of the options just might be an equivalent. Good luck!
Mark

Impromark said:
Mine was also sourced from the States as Newegg in Canada didn't have it at the time, Best Buy here STILL doesn't, and $259 USD on sale was worth the trouble of getting it brought up here by a family member.
The Quick Remote app DOES work on my Telus cable setup. I used the AT&T option and it works just fine. I don't know if Rogers, etc. would work, but one of the options just might be an equivalent. Good luck!
Mark
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Am on videotron they use a cisco or samsung cable box.

Canadoc said:
Am on videotron they use a cisco or samsung cable box.
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Ah, so you're out East.. I don't think Vidéotron equipment is any different than those used in the States, nor would it be unique to Quebec or wherever you are. I suggest just going through the available selections and see if one works for you. That's what I did.
Mark

Will do. You ate on cable or satellite? What is the make If the cable box
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Canadoc said:
Will do. You ate on cable or satellite? What is the make If the cable box
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Telus digital cable. I'll check the make of the box, but honestly the best thing is to cycle through the available options in the Q Remote. I found AT&T compatibility within two minutes, though to be fair I went alphabetically.
Mark

Did that and found 2cable companies that worked. Weird that thistablet still has not been released in canada where lg traditionally sells well.I imagine there will need to be a Canadian version of the lg software to include Canadian cable companies. Right now there are 3versions of the firmware. A,C,E. Am guessing it's American Europe and China.
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By the way how it's your battery life.that and the little blue line are my only issues and they are not enough for me to consider returning this tablet. Had a nexus 7 2013 model beforewhich had brighter screen but I lost it forgetting it on the airplane. Having a note 3I felt the nexus 7was too similar in size. This is the perfect size for a tablet. Wish there were more accessories. Bought the ivso case and will use that when I need to but prefer it caselessSri if they ever had a case cover like the iPad mini would love that
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By the way how it's your battery life.that and the little blue line are my only issues and they are not enough for me to consider returning this tablet. Had a nexus 7 2013 model beforewhich had brighter screen but I lost it forgetting it on the airplane. Having a note 3I felt the nexus 7was too similar in size. This is the perfect size for a tablet. Wish there were more accessories. Bought the ivso case and will use that when I need to but prefer it caselessSri if they ever had a case cover like the iPad mini would love that
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Drifting from topic, but my battery life is about the same as most reviews. I haven't put it through any rigorous testing, but when watching movies or YouTube on the unit it holds up any two hours in a row that I'd need it, I have it plugged in while at my desk at work, and standby time is awesome. I noticed the blue line, but I had to look really, REALLY hard for it so in practice it's not an issue for me. No appreciable light bleed either. I use it indoors so brightness isn't a huge issue, but for the list price it should have been brighter.
This is a keeper for me - I'm keeping this case as well and may get the IVSO in Red when it becomes available on Amazon.ca in a couple months. I miss a cover for the actual screen on this thing, but as long as I'm not outside or traveling (I *do* travel for work, so we'll see in the long run) this will do just fine.
Mark

Hey guys,
Nice review Mark! I was looking to get a silicon case quickly and this was the cheapest to do that so I got one from eBay, shipping from Germany to the UK and it's already been dispatched so should be here next week sort of time. I got it in red and will have some photos up when it arrives.
The VOIA case looks nice but, I will see how this one turns out before I get that guy, I have done the whole folding cover thing with the N7 and they never got used so I will stick with silicon this time around
Tom.

No worries Toyface! I've had the TPU case for a week now and have already taken it on a business trip with me. I find it unobtrusive and very comfortable to hold in one hand, with the grippy texture on the back. The volume and power buttons are not tougher to use at all. I've even gotten used to the fingerprints on the shiny parts. The ONLY downside is that on some of the USB plugs I've used since the video, some of them do deform the rubber on the lip a little. I doubt this will be a long term issue though, it springs right back when I unplug it.
On real-life bumps: when the tablet slid off of a chair during an airplane landing (my bad, it was sitting on my coat and fell off as the plane was braking), it landed face down and had no damage. Incidentally, my headphone jack was plugged in and while the jack was bent, the tablet was undamaged and kept working with the earphones. Point LG!
Finally, when I carry this thing around outside, I use a slipcase for an old Acer netbook. Not the most ideal shape, and I may get a more form-fitting one eventually, but it works. It's to the point where I may not get the IVSO / generic flip case after all, as this is working just fine for me.
Please post some pics of your red version when you get it!
Mark

So, my case arrived a couple of days ago. Post from Germany to England was very good and the eBay seller (phonenatic) was pretty great really.
So far,I think the case is pretty good, but I hate the color. It's supposed to be red, but in reality it's more pinkish than anything else. Cutouts are all good (as you see in the photos) and it has thick lip around the screen so landing flat shouldn't be too bad there. This one came with two screen protectors, I fitted one then removed it a day later, I just hate screen protectors. it was very easy to get on there though.
Tom.

Thanks for posting those pics! You're right, with the white version of the G Pad in there the red is muted somewhat to look more pinkish... I'm wondering if it'd look darked with a black version in there.
Mark