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Does anyone think they might make a tablet dock?
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I've talked quite a bit about that with my friends. That would be awesome, but it would require 2 full Android OS on the phone (well, if you want a Honeycomb tablet, that is). Still, it's probably doable. I already have a powerful laptop and, being a developer, I need the extra power and RAM for software like Eclipse and VS.NET, so the laptop dock is not for me (really, it's seems to be just an "internet laptop"). A tablet, though? That would be great. I'd save quite a few bucks, since I'm eyeing the Xoom at the moment

I'm not a developer or a techie, just an avid consumer. A BT or other "wireless" connection would be great. Just slip the phone in you pocket and carry on. Almost as good, probably better from the do-ability point of view would be a dock for the phone that would allow you to use the phone as a grip for a ten inch touch screen. I would love to have one I could draw on but that is probably asking too much.
But as an architect, this capability, enterprise remote desktop and a pixel qi or mirasol type screen, I can get a lot of work done out of the office.
Couldn't it just be the lappy dock without the keyboard to begin with?
I'm no fan of AT&T but for a variety of reasons me and my N1 reside there, so at a subsidized price, this looking pretty attractive for out of office capabilities.

I am not so sure that a "Tablet Dock" would really work. The only way to dock the atrix to something like that would be
A) On the back side adding an odd bulge to the device making it hardly feasible
B)Dock to the side or the bottom which would cause the tablet to be too long or too wide
C) Dock it inside the "Tablet" which would probably make the "tablet" too thick for consumer tastes
My bet is that we will NOT see a tablet dock, though if they could find a way do it right without any of the above mentioned scenarios occurring it would be a hell of a concept.

LockeCPM4 said:
I am not so sure that a "Tablet Dock" would really work. The only way to dock the atrix to something like that would be
A) On the back side adding an odd bulge to the device making it hardly feasible
B)Dock to the side or the bottom which would cause the tablet to be too long or too wide
C) Dock it inside the "Tablet" which would probably make the "tablet" too thick for consumer tastes
My bet is that we will NOT see a tablet dock, though if they could find a way do it right without any of the above mentioned scenarios occurring it would be a hell of a concept.
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I tried it with my Nexus 1, holding an ipad on top of it,even with the trackball, it was comfortable in the hand, although it would get heavy. If it were just the screen and dock a few ounces would be spared. With the accelerometer it is either left handed or right handed in portrait. A screen with a "j" at the center of the long side could be quite compelling. It does need a way of making sure the phone was secure.
edit. I rigged up my phone so it was stuck to the ipad and it was actually more comfortable walking around with it that way than the way I usually hold it -- but it did get heavy.

I was thinking of the C) option (dock the phone INSIDE the tablet). Yes, that would mean a thickier tablet, but to me that's the only viable way to do it. Otherwise it loses a lot of the convenience of a tablet. Remember that you don't need CPU/RAM/Storage or even battery (ok, maybe battery) in the tablet, it would be just a bigger touchscreen that would load Honeycomb and use the phone's processing power, so it doesn't have to be that much thicker than the phone (and I've played with the Galaxy Tab a bit, it is already quite thicker than a phone).

Yes but the reason I doubt we will see a tablet dock is because it will eat into Zoom sales.
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LockeCPM4 said:
Yes but the reason I doubt we will see a tablet dock is because it will eat into Zoom sales.
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Not necessarily because the Atrix 4G is an AT&T device while the Xoom is a Verizon Wireless device. A tablet dock whould just make the Atrix into a "AT&T Xoom"

thetechman123 said:
Not necessarily because the Atrix 4G is an AT&T device while the Xoom is a Verizon Wireless device. A tablet dock whould just make the Atrix into a "AT&T Xoom"
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Actually, now that I think about it...
What separates the Atrix and the Xoom (besides the obvious things like screen size, battery size, etc)?
How different, if at all, are the processors?
How much RAM does the Xoom have?
Does the Xoom have a different graphics processor? (a non-integrated one)
If there isn't much of a difference between the two, I don't see why a slot-loading (LOL nostalgia) 10-in screen with a nice battery packed in there can't work as a tablet.

well, a tablet accessory would change the possibility that I buy this phone in the near future from most likely to definately Now if anyone could make a stable version of qemu for android...

If they do make one I'm sure it will be five thousand dollars.

mcsinny99 said:
If they do make one I'm sure it will be five thousand dollars.
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Well that's not realistic at all...the zoom is 800, a shell with a 10" touch screen and a battery wouldn't be that expensive probably less than the laptop dock as the laptop has a keyboard and a slightly bigger display
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SN4K3B1T3 said:
Well that's not realistic at all...the zoom is 800, a shell with a 10" touch screen and a battery wouldn't be that expensive probably less than the laptop dock as the laptop has a keyboard and a slightly bigger display
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I don't think you caught his sarcasm there.
If I assume right, he's just making fun of the ridiculous mindset that ATT has with pricing their most innovating products, and screwing/ripping the joy straight from their customers.
I agree that the tablet will be about five thousand dollars had ATT come out with one. Oh, and add that a new tethering plan called tethering+ would be introduced to complement that tablet. It would be an addition 100bucks added to the original tether plan that you should have already bought.

I think that would be awesome. As was already pointed out, it would just have to be a touchscreen and a battery. Not too complicated. It seems like having it slot into the back would make the most sense. Then there would just be a bulge on one side. That is, unless the whole tablet was that thick, but I think it would make more sense to have a slight bulge on one side than an über thick tablet (unless all that space is battery!).
My Nook color cost $250 and has a 7" IPS panel at 1024x600. I don't see any reason that a 10" screen with similar/slightly better resolution, paired with a battery couldn't be produced for $200 or so. No CPU, RAM, etc, heck it wouldn't even have to have speakers. The only extra thing I could see being of use would possibly be some space for a Honeycomb ROM that the Atrix could boot up for use with the tablet.
Hopefully Motorola does this, or somebody in China does.
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I don't think the pricing is AT&T's fault here. The Xoom is a VZW device, yet is selling for a ridiculous $800+ +one month data. Motorola is getting greedy, IMO. Hopefully a soon-to-be crowded Android tablet market will knock the Xoom down a few hundred.

case similar to transformer dock?

Is there any case for the xoom that is similar to the transformer keyboard/trackpad combo. i've seen some with the keyboard but having one with a track pad would really come in handy for me.

The case you're looking for does not exist. I assume you have an Android phone - you can download Blueputdroid and (assuming your phone is rooted - if it isn't...well...it should be) use your phone as a trackpad. It's a pretty great program, it can also be used as a game controller.

I take it back - here's one on eBay - http://www.ebay.com/itm/Motorola-Xoom-Bluetooth-Leather-Case-Keyboard-Touchpad-Mouse-/180799923988?pt=US_Tablet_Accessories&hash=item2a1883e714

Very interesting. If you get one let us know how it is.
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The transformer one wouldn't fit? I'm pretty sure it won't but... never know

No, it won't. It's made specifically for the TF, it uses the proprietary connector, has clips designed for the case, etc.

OK sorry to waste your time

Exactly what I was looking for thank you very much. I think I'm gonna pick one of these up since they don't seem too expensive.
Edit: that seems to be the only one of its kind on eBay, darn.

Keyboard with slot for xoom

Is there any good keyboard with slot for tablet, compatible with xoom? (like keyboard for asus transformer).
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xStagGx said:
Is there any good keyboard with slot for tablet, compatible with xoom? (like keyboard for asus transformer).
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If you can find the Xoom Keyboard Folio, it's very nice and with a BT mouse makes a little netbook (better actually).

okantomi said:
If you can find the Xoom Keyboard Folio, it's very nice and with a BT mouse makes a little netbook (better actually).
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you have on mind the leather one? Looks good, but that's not exactly what I want. I mean.. smth like this:
http://goo.gl/ckhY9
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I use an apple Bluetooth keyboard. It's thin, metal and I can toss it in my backpack without worrying too much.

This isn't exactly like what you are interested in, but these cases have bt keyboards in them.
http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&ke...vpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=b&ref=pd_sl_9duku4031y_b

thanks, this folio case from Kingston looks good, and it should meet my requirements.
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What ever you may try, but the transformer keyboard is the most awesome.. wish we could have the same for xoom too

Sticky dash board pad

Has anyone used one of those sticky pads to hold your phone
If so do they work
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Yes, they work.
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Even if you drive crazy
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Mixed feelings about these sticky pads.
I had one a long time ago and after it got some dust on it it didn't work at all.
Not sure if these newer ones are different, but the one I had never worked very well. I would definitely not trust it to hold my phone.

Apparently the sticky part is washable on some of the newer ones .
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They work well, just make sure you switch your placement of the pad every now and then otherwise it will leave a spot on your dash
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kevinjgray88 said:
They work well, just make sure you switch your placement of the pad every now and then otherwise it will leave a spot on your dash
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Where can you get replacements?
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they're very cheap from ebay, only $1.50 a piece so make sure you get a few of them because you will have to change them every month or so. However, they do work really well and yes, even if you drive crazy, they won't fall off. (i know only because I track my car) but i don't see how crazy you can drive on the street to have it slip.

If you have a silicone case on one of those it makes it stick even more.

cbbplanet said:
they're very cheap from ebay, only $1.50 a piece so make sure you get a few of them because you will have to change them every month or so. However, they do work really well and yes, even if you drive crazy, they won't fall off. (i know only because I track my car) but i don't see how crazy you can drive on the street to have it slip.
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Is it for the gnex car mount pad right? Is it a perfect fit and if you could provide a link please not sure what to search thanks in advance.
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I used a mount with the washable sticky stuff and I loved it... but then I guess it got too hot and left horrible residue on my phone and car.. so maybe not good for summer use
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Eforcity has a Bluetooth keyboard case for the A100 for just over $10

Just search for a100 keyboard on eBay. Looks like a china cheapo, but if it works at all, it may be worth a shot. Especially since the a100 doesn't support USB hosting.
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I have yet to see this case anywhere on Ebay. Sure wish someone DID make one. All I see area A500 or cases for 10" units.

If it works i think i buy it. An external keyboard is a must have today (for me).

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-USB-K...K_iPad_Tablet_Accessories&hash=item1e7683b7ab
Heres a case/keyboard for a110 and a100!