Has anyone tried this car dock from Griffin?
http://store.griffintechnology.com/windowseat-3-handsfree-car-mount-for-iphone
Yes, I know it says for iPhone, but it is compatible with the Galaxy S II
I bought one of these for my wife's iphone. I couldn't seem to extend it far enough for my GNex to fit - height wise I mean. I must admit that I didn't try very hard though, as I feared it might break.
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That will block the camera also... Not a big deal but sometimes I like to use iOnRoad or Wikitude Drive
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Like many of you here ive been drooling over the GN since day one but the biggest phone ive had is my current one-the tmobile g2.. considering that this is the biggest phone out there, apart from the mini tablets like the note, are you guys really fine with having such a huge device in your hands day in day out? (no TWSS implied). sure i can see it being perfect for media but as an everyday device? would like some specific input, preferably from GN owners. thanks
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Check out the comparison shots and reviews. The phone's footprint is not much bigger than most 4.3" phones out there. Its very thin and the bezel is very small.
i was slightly worried .... i dont have big hands....
. But the size is fine !
Couldnt handle much bigger tho
I came from an HD2 which is heavier but the same width and about 10mm shorter. Nexus feels perfectly fine in the hand, its 30g lighter than my HD2 so its much more comfortable to hold for longder periods and its also easier to use as the grip feels secure when using 1 handed. Dont be worried its a great phone and a fantastic screen.
Mark.
Thanks guys.
I also had the same concerns like spovat, because I also have small hands but still could manage a Desire HD.
You can see for yourself at: www.phone-size.com
To be honest i think i just hold it differently to my desire and my average thumb stretches across just fine
I don't have a problem with the size, I find it very comfortable to hold, type and call with.
Though it does make my Blackberry torch seem like a toy now
i find that its just about fit my hands (i came from nexus one -> nexus S -> G Nexus).
i can still operate with one hands with no problem, however, the phone seems to be sitting/lying on my fingers most of the time instead of my fingers grabbing it.
what i am trying to say here is, when i operate it, if someone accidently bump (lighly) into me, the phone is highly chance to drop out of my hands. but i do like the size...
qwerp_ said:
i find that its just about fit my hands (i came from nexus one -> nexus S -> G Nexus).
i can still operate with one hands with no problem, however, the phone seems to be sitting/lying on my fingers most of the time instead of my fingers grabbing it.
what i am trying to say here is, when i operate it, if someone accidently bump (lighly) into me, the phone is highly chance to drop out of my hands. but i do like the size...
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This !!!
thats the way i hold it ... still waiting for a rubberised cover
all i know is m case arrived yesterday and my sensation (with the ge case on it) fit in the galaxy case with room still available
thanks guys. that's what I was looking for
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In addition to using a phone size visualizer, do a search on flickr for the Galaxy Nexus. I found pics of the G2 sitting next to the Galaxy Nexus as a size comparison. Also, since the G2 is similar in size to the iPhone, you can use that as a visual as well. The G2 however is very thick, the Nexus will be much thinner for you.
Found some docks on Amazon for the Galaxy Note and just wondering if anyone else has seen these or if people think they'll work with the Nexus.
This one looks like it charges in portrait and can also hold the phone in landscape, and has a spare battery charger but probably won't work on the Nexus. It's hard to tell if the Nexus would fit this.
This one looks basic enough where the Nexus should fit even with a case.
Ended up buying this one and it came in today. Haven't played with it much but it will work. There is enough spacing for the Nexus even with a case (diztronic). However the plug is a little short and will only fully connect with the case off. Since the platform is flat there isn't the best stability being the Nexus bottom is rounded. I'm gonna try to put a little curve to the platform so I can keep the case on and hopefully give it better stability.
I think its just disgusting that the Galaxy Nexus has been out for almost 4 months now, and the Galaxy Note, which has been out for about a month or two, already has an official Samsung dock as well as multiple third party docks as well. OMFG >.>
EDIT: and the most appalling part is that the Galaxy Nexus literately has pins SPECIFICALLY for a dock, yet the Note still has a dock! LMFAO
al2x said:
I think its just disgusting that the Galaxy Nexus has been out for almost 4 months now, and the Galaxy Note, which has been out for about a month or two, already has an official Samsung dock as well as multiple third party docks as well. OMFG >.>
EDIT: and the most appalling part is that the Galaxy Nexus literately has pins SPECIFICALLY for a dock, yet the Note still has a dock! LMFAO
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Actually, the galaxy note came out in October last year. The nexus was December I think?
So it's had a 2 month head start.
Curious if anyone has one or knows of a manufacturer that is selling them. I would like to start running and biking with a bit more comfort as I find the screen to large to keep in my pocket when doing these activities.
Thanks!
You might look into the Tune Belt AB85. There's a video on YouTube where the guys shows how it holds a Galaxy Note so surely the S3 would fit. The AB86 is designed for the Galaxy Nexus so you might look into that too. I own a Tune Belt that works with my Galaxy S2 and I found it to be a good product.
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You might look into the Tune Belt AB85. There's a video on YouTube where the guys shows how it holds a Galaxy Note so surely the S3 would fit. The AB86 is designed for the Galaxy Nexus so you might look into that too. I own a Tune Belt that works with my Galaxy S2 and I found it to be a good product.
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Funny you mentioned Tunebelt, I just received a message from one of their customer reps that the Galaxy Nexus model should fit the S3 perfectly.
Can be purchased directly or through Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Tune-Belt-Arm...2572943&sr=8-1&keywords=Tunebelt+galaxy+nexus
Similarly I managed to make my Droid X Tunebelt accommodate the S3 (after some minor alterations )
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=28618450&postcount=21
Also note there's a thread already dedicated to this discussion:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1736407&highlight=armband
Jubmasterflex said:
Funny you mentioned Tunebelt, I just received a message from one of their customer reps that the Galaxy Nexus model should fit the S3 perfectly.
Can be purchased directly or through Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Tune-Belt-Arm...2572943&sr=8-1&keywords=Tunebelt+galaxy+nexus
Similarly I managed to make my Droid X Tunebelt accommodate the S3 (after some minor alterations )
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=28618450&postcount=21
Also note there's a thread already dedicated to this discussion:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1736407&highlight=armband
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Has anyone tried the AB86 model? I have a smaller TuneBelt that I used with my HTC Desire, and there is no way that you can get headphones in with the S3 going in to the holder top-first (as I'd want to use it), as the neoprene covers exactly where the headphones are. There are only gaps in the corners and middle. It would work going in bottom-first, as then the headphone access would be at the open end.
Does the AB86 model improve this to allow headphone access from either end with the S3?
I've been happy with the build quality of the TuneBelt. Another cheaper but similar looking alternative that I've seen is from iGadgitz http://www.igadgitz.com/products/fi...for-samsung-galaxy-s3-iii-i.html#.UEi0oo1lQs4
That's specifically for the S3, so should definitely have the correct headphone access, as well as labelling where buttons are. Has anybody got any feedback on this?
I wasn't too happy with how the TuneBelt fit, so I returned it and picked up a Belkin EaseFit Plus. It's a much better fit for both my arm and the phone. My only complaint is that, despite it's claims, it is most decidedly not sweat-proof. Maybe it is from the front, but not so at all from the back. The TuneBelt seemed to do a somewhat better job at keeping the phone dry from sweat, probably because the fabric is heavier/thicker.
So I've been with the iPhone for a while and have a IP5, but messed with the Note 2 today at the mall and well I might try it out. The biggest issue is the over all size, coming from an iPhone its a joke what a dif the size is.
I had a GS3 a while back and liked it so I'm familiar with android, I just wanted to know how you feel about the size pocket friendly, jogging ect.
Can't beat the iPhone for this stuff but everything else its a pain.
Also can I just use a SIM adapter for my Micro SIM into the Note 2 and get LTE on ATT with it??
Thanks
The size is kind of awkward at first. But it starts to feel normal after a few hours of use.
I used to have a otterbox defender and it made the phone super huge. Couldnt get over that fact. So no im using a slim matte case and cant be any happier.
As for fitting in pants etc. depends how you dress. Could be fairly tight for the skinny jeans crew.
Overall im super happy. The phone looks beautiful naked, and the screen is very vibrant. I am also a EX-iPhone 5 user
No skinny jeans, just normal guy pants I guess and shorts for my workouts.
Might give it a go from Best Buy tomorrow, can return of needed.
Thx
My advice get bluetooth headphones and it wont bug ya at the gym!!
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You also don't need a SIM adapter, the Galaxy Note 2 uses Micro SIM as well.
Iphone 5 uses a nano sim. Yes you need an adapter.
Also, think of the Note as a micro tablet rather than a massive phone.
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At first it seemed huge... but not as HUUUUGE as everyone had made it out to be. After you use it, you won't want to go back to the iPhone.... All my friends have GSIIIs and I can't use it... They're too small. lol. I have an Otterbox Commuter and it fits into the skinniest jeans I have. Levi Low Boot Cut 527. Fits well in all my basketball shorts etc.
wpghtc said:
Iphone 5 uses a nano sim. Yes you need an adapter.
Also, think of the Note as a micro tablet rather than a massive phone.
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I don't use this bad boy for anything I use my iPad for. I love considering it a massive phone
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Kernal: Perseus alpha30.1
A lot of bloatware removed.
Screen on time after normal charge: 7-8 hours always.
They cut this thing just right size wise, it takes some getting used to, and some quality accessories, but once you get used to it you'll never go back.
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Thanks guys,
Yeah Nano SIM.
I'll get one today.
I don't normally feel it in my pockets at all unless I go to sit down and the phone is toward the front of my pocket. In that case, a quick adjustment back to the side and it's comfortable again. The phone does seem ridiculously huge at first, but it really only takes a couple of hours to get used to it.
Don't think this exists, but sure would be cool.
A stylus that fits in the stylus slot on my note 3 that is also a bluetooth cordless headset thingy.
I purchased a Fosmon mini bluetooth keyboard (and love it). I am thinking about getting one of those lemon extended batteries and building a special mount that will attach the keyboard and the note 3 together and make it more like a handheld gaming console/laptop. While it wouldn't be permanent, it would make phone calls awkward while in use. If I could pull the stylus out and use it to talk ... that would be premo!
Any thoughts?
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Don't think this exists, but sure would be cool.
A stylus that fits in the stylus slot on my note 3 that is also a bluetooth cordless headset thingy.
I purchased a Fosmon mini bluetooth keyboard (and love it). I am thinking about getting one of those lemon extended batteries and building a special mount that will attach the keyboard and the note 3 together and make it more like a handheld gaming console/laptop. While it wouldn't be permanent, it would make phone calls awkward while in use. If I could pull the stylus out and use it to talk ... that would be premo!
Any thoughts?
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It's been done before. By Asus. http://www.asus.com/sg/Tablet_Mobile_Accessories/PadFone_Stylus_Headset/
I'm sure Samsung could do the same if they wanted, and given that more and more tablets are getting cellular abilities, I could see them doing something like that. It's unlikely that an accessory manufacturer would undertake this though.. There just isn't the demand I think.
Techngro said:
It's been done before. By Asus. http://www.asus.com/sg/Tablet_Mobile_Accessories/PadFone_Stylus_Headset/
I'm sure Samsung could do the same if they wanted, and given that more and more tablets are getting cellular abilities, I could see them doing something like that. It's unlikely that an accessory manufacturer would undertake this though.. There just isn't the demand I think.
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lol, at first, I thought you were supposed to stick it in your ear. then I realized that you use the stylus like a handset.
because I'm sure you look less insane talking to a pen, than to a bt headset.
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Lol. No. But one you clip onto a pocket would be kinda cool.
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lol, at first, I thought you were supposed to stick it in your ear. then I realized that you use the stylus like a handset.
because I'm sure you look less insane talking to a pen, than to a bt headset.
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Samsung HAS made one which I have. Have no idea pf model # ect...but google it and I'm sure you will find one. about 100$. Useless though unless you want to look foolish/silly/.....
It does work as advertised, though.
Charlie
I have actually found a stylus pen that is a handset as well. I'm looking for a replacement for the stock stylus, one that fits in the slot, and is being charged while in the slot. These are all things that only Samsung could do unless you did some kind of wireless charging setup.
Adding an external battery is going to make it just the right size where getting it in and out of pockets will be a pain. It's already close enough for me! So I get the watch, it acts as caller ID, and if it is a call I want to take, I can just slide the stylus out of the device without taking it out of my pocket.
Adding another pen/stylus/bluetooth handset is just adding another part to the mix. Another device to charge, protect, keep track of. Of course you forget it your whole setup is useless.