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[Q] Iphone style music dock for Captivate

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I doubt they would have anything for the Galaxy Phones since the Jack and USB connection in that case is normally on the TOP of the phone (like the Captivate)
You'd have better luck modding and building your own. Considering the phone doesn't do upside down portrait at all oddly. I doubt it would be nearly anything like the iPod style docks since Apple did have the brilliance (the few times I do give them a compliment) of putting their major connector on the bottom of their mobile and portable products.
Although should such a product exist, I would be interested in seeing such thing maybe even purchasing one.

MZeora said:
I doubt they would have anything for the Galaxy Phones since the Jack and USB connection in that case is normally on the TOP of the phone (like the Captivate)
You'd have better luck modding and building your own. Considering the phone doesn't do upside down portrait at all oddly. I doubt it would be nearly anything like the iPod style docks since Apple did have the brilliance (the few times I do give them a compliment) of putting their major connector on the bottom of their mobile and portable products.
Although should such a product exist, I would be interested in seeing such thing maybe even purchasing one.
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Mine does upside-down portrait just fine. (Though I think I'm quoting the wrong post, since I don't see the upside-down statement in your post.) (Nevermind, I see it now. Good, I am quoting the right person.) You have to go in display settings and enable 180-degree rotation or something like that. Some roms don't have that option, though so YMMV.
Samsung has done some good horizontal desk docks for it (once you register your captivate with samsung, it shows you a crapload of nice accessories) so it probably wouldn't be too hard to make one.
Easiest design would be to buy one of the horizontal desk docks, a small 3.5mm speaker set from Radio Shack, and drill a small hole in the dock to plug them in, then attach the speakers to the dock.
Could be done for under $50 if you use the Samsung official dock, way less if you use one from ebay or amazon.

Get the kind that is just an empty drawer and a headphone cord. Phone's right side up and you've got speakers.
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Nexus Charger : Good for UK 3-pin and Euro 2-pin?

Could anyone tell me if the chargers shipped from the UK are compatible with both types of power outlets?
The "Clover Unboxing Video" showed that the UK 3-pin "option" is clipped over a two-pin type casing ... but from the video, I could not be sure if they could be easily interchanged.
I am in Malta (which uses the 3-pin (BS1363) config [which I prefer] MOST of the time), but I often travel to Mainland Europe where the two-pin style (Europlug -- CEE7/x?) outlets dominate.
Would much appreciate any feedback!
PS .. I lovingly and studiously linked to URLs for both the video and the socket specs, but as a noob, I was not allowed external links in my comment ... No problem - I FULLY understand the reasons for this policy!

You would need the 2-pin "clipping".
Otherwise Just use a travel adapter.

I don't think it will work with a 2pin Euro clip.
have a look at the picture:
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The 3rd UK pin folds out and there doesn't seem to be an option to remove it.

I don't quite understand your question, but I think you'r wondering if the wall-socket connector on the charger is easy to switch between one or the other? If so then, yes this is just a pop-on pop-off manouver. If both types of connectors come with the box, i have no idea! Hope this helps somewhat.
Edit: Regarding the picture above, the 2-pin connector should be able to slide over the third plastic pin when in a folded position.
Sent from my X10i using xda premium

Thanks Tim ... your picture seems to show that what I was hoping for is not possible .... So - I must remember to pack an adaptor when travelling.
Many thanks for your time and the others for replying!

The Euro clip in bit probably has a groove in it so that it fits with the UK earth pin folded down.

Galaxy Nexus has a USB charger so you can easily charge your device with a computer until you get a converter (they sell them almost everywhere) or simply another USB charger that works for you.

WiQiQi - A New Wireless Charging Solution for SGS3/4

I read the now closed Qi Wireless Charging Thread (including the warnings from the mods), and I believe the following qualifies to have a new discussion.
Note to all that I am not affiliated with these guys, and I am not selling anything. Indeed, the product is even really available for sale... yet.
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I recently came across an article describing a new wireless charging solution for the Samsung Galaxy S3 and S4, and the Note 2. It works just like the hacks described to transplant the coil from a Palm Pixi battery cover [1, 2, 3], except that the WiQiQi is compatible with all Qi charging bases (as opposed to the Pixi, which is only compatible with the HP/Palm TouchStone charger). The biggest difference, though, is that you just have to slip the thin wireless receiver under the stock battery cover.
The WiQiQi is currently only available to those who invest in their Indiegogo fundraiser. The kits for the S3 and Note 2 are available "late April," while the kit for the S4 will be available mid June.
One nice perk for us SGS3 owners is that anyone who has a WiQiQi for the S3 can trade it in towards one for the S4 when/if we upgrade our phones! Their kits include a charging mat & free US shipping. Their goal is to beat Samsung at it's own game here, and the cost is half of Samsung's expected $100 price tag.
I think it looks really promising. Personally, I'm just not willing to spend $50 on a charger, but I'm sure others will be interested. I am interested, though, to see these guys succeed. It looks like a well-made product, and I wouldn't mind having one, when it's available!
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Notable links:
WiQiQi's Indiegogo page (where you can buy it)
LaptopMag Article, where I first read about it (has more pics)
Engadget "Article" (really just a press release)
So, what do you guys think? Also, any moderator willing to give this thread the thumbs up to proceed?

um... every Qi receiver pad works with ALL transmitter pads...
the set looks practically exactly like the current models that are out (including the transmitter base).
the transmitter looks like the 2nd gen transmitter that is currently out but i'm not so sure about the receiver (pad)
I believe the stickied thread you linked have pictures of the same charging kits.
EDIT: here's a link to the post that has the pic of the charger they have: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=35976320&postcount=158

[Q] Car kit (holder) with charging

Hi,
does anyone know about car holder with charging for SGS4m?

Any car holder that charges via a Micro USB plug can charge our phone. Just make sure you get one which plugs in from the bottom, where the phone's port is.

Today my kit comes, and for now I very happy with all the components.
Galaxy S4 Mini Desk Stand
Galaxy S4 Mini Car Holder
FlexiShield case for Galaxy S4 Mini
Mini Portable Desk Stand
Galaxy S4 Mini Car Charger
5 x MFX Screen Protector
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xuleca said:
Today my kit comes, and for now I very happy with all the components.....
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It is absolutely hopeless, I need car dock with built in USB charging.... like this one:
http://www.brodit.com/product.html?id=512526&pn=prod&brand=Samsung&model=Galaxy%20S4%20GT-I9505

Must wait until brodit release it for S4 mini, i am going to as them when it wil be available.
Update: I'v got an answer from Brodit and next week the holder wil be available!
Available: http://www.brodit.com/product.html?id=512544&pn=prod&brand=Samsung&model=Galaxy S4 Mini GT-I9195
(I use Brodit holders for many years, high quality...)

Have you checked here?
http://www.mobilefun.com/33554/samsung/galaxy-s4-mini/car-holders.htm

I just use my S2 i9100 car holder. It was a slack fit but with a slight tweek to the release catch it's now a nice snug fit.
I also use my S2 desktop dock/ charger which is slightly slack without any mods but works fine.

I just received a proper S4 mini windscreen mount from here http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/121159396152?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649
It works fine and the phone fits perfectly without a case.
However because I use an igard case with mine I have continued to use the galaxy S2 mount which fits perfectly with the case on the phone.
I've also adapted the holder so it has Qi wireless charging built in.....see post 24 in this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2415990&page=3

I ordered this one a while ago and I am really satisfied with it! I also have the specific mount for my car.:thumbup:
http://www.brodit.com/compareProduct.html?a1=512544&a2=521544

Could Galaxy S3 use Qi wireless charger?

Anybody use it, please give some suggestion.

cooling2014 said:
Anybody use it, please give some suggestion.
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I use it on my S3. The charging speed is not that fast compared to USB, which I think is well-known. The back cover gets a bit warm also, and I have an Otterbox Commuter case as well, which gets a little bit warm also. It charges just fine through the case.
This is the one that I ordered, as it came with the charging pad and receiver for the phone.
http://www.fasttech.com/product/1146700-qi-inductive-wireless-charging-upgrade-kit-for-sam
Hope this helps!

I have one of the first gen receiver pads and it charges faster than USB but slower than AC.
check ebay. use search terms like "i9300 qi reciever"
just get the reciever pad.
the best charger pad imo is the nokia ones. they're regularly on sale from 20 -25 bucks for the most part. just do some searching online.

cooling2014 said:
Anybody use it, please give some suggestion.
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Any Wireless charging system or standard that has the two contacts to fit the contacts that are in the Battery compartment and fits will work....A wireless Standard isn't built into the phones, just the Transmitter and Receiver Coils....

QI wireless charging is nice... However I notice the connector from the QI receiver will interfere with the smart cover slot anyone?

look what i found^^
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notice there is 2 connection on the smart cover.. the QI receiver use same slot...
You can find a quality charger kit on ebay... just to be safe... look for "Top Rated Seller" and someone with high feedback score to be safe..

oh, and because i'm such a sweetheart:
http://slickdeals.net/f/6904263-nok...e-in-black-or-white-new-bulk-18-free-shipping
18 bucks for a really decent charging pad. I have 2. one for my bed side and one on my desk.

This one works great with mine and I have the lifeproof case on it.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E9N6972/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Of course you can not break yusb port, only one drawback - the phone longer charged