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Dock for Xperia ARC

Hi All,
Is dock available/or releasingfor Xperia ARC? I found below link but the dock looks like the one for PLAY:
http://gummobile.com/phones/Sony_Ericsson_DK300_Xperia_ARC_Multimedia_Dock.aspx

lol it says "arc" but it will never fit, the micro usb and headphone jack are not on the same side. and, like before said by someone here, it looks like the ars isn't designd to be used with a dock. it will nice though

DOCKS:
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Ouhh man....this looks ridiculous cheap ôò

Vortex Unleashed said:
Ouhh man....this looks ridiculous cheap ôò
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lol, these are Home made

Now even Samsung is planning to release dock stations for SG2, why SE is sleeping !! One year passed, nothing for Xperia X10..
link:
http://www.onlinesocialmedia.net/20110520/samsung-galaxy-s2-accessorize-in-sound-and-upped-battery/

this was posted in a thread one below here
george232 said:
Weak sauce, they could at least release something with a micro USB plug. It's their flagship phone, they should show some love.
Well, there is some hope:
http://www.easydevices.co.uk/pp/Son...RC_USB_SYNC_CRADLE_WITH_2ND_BATTERY_SLOT.html
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Nimche said:
this was posted in a thread one below here
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Found a similar one at neTimes.com
http://www.netimes.com/shop/desktop...-ericsson-xperia-arc-p-3222.html?cPath=70_797

Just ordered the one from Netimes , will keep you posted

Cholerabob said:
Just ordered the one from Netimes , will keep you posted
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Nice!
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I bought this from eBay and I thought I should share.
- On top of the phone, is very tight against the plastic wraps the corner on stand
- there didn't put any room for volume buttons, so when you plug this in, volume goes crazy + it helps the phone to pop back off the dock.
- as you see end of the phone is out the stand, design flaw
- I hate the battery charger on the back
See for yourself...

Nimche said:
I bought this from eBay and I thought I should share.
- On top of the phone, is very tight against the plastic wraps the corner on stand
- there didn't put any room for volume buttons, so when you plug this in, volume goes crazy + it helps the phone to pop back off the dock.
- as you see end of the phone is out the stand, design flaw
- I hate the battery charger on the back
See for yourself...
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Cant see the pics..
sent from Xperia Arc

xperiax10.awesome said:
Cant see the pics..
sent from Xperia Arc
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I checked on three devices including my PC and they are working...

Nimche said:
I checked on three devices including my PC and they are working...
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sry my mistake, was not visible on mobile..

xperiax10.awesome said:
DOCKS:
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Isn't that an X10 back cover?

prathaban said:
Isn't that an X10 back cover?
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hehe.. yes indeed

Well i got the same charger Nimcher got, took 4 days to ship from Hong Kong to Canada ( I have to say that's impressive to Netime, good work )
I like it, i dont have the volume button problem , charges well on dock, didn't try teh spare battery charger ( don't have a spare ) I'm used to an iPhone , being pretty siting in it's stand on the desk, i was getting annoyed of the Arc laying on the desk, so this dock works for me

Cholerabob said:
Well i got the same charger Nimcher got, took 4 days to ship from Hong Kong to Canada ( I have to say that's impressive to Netime, good work )
I like it, i dont have the volume button problem , charges well on dock, didn't try teh spare battery charger ( don't have a spare ) I'm used to an iPhone , being pretty siting in it's stand on the desk, i was getting annoyed of the Arc laying on the desk, so this dock works for me
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does it exactly look like mine? Do you mind sharing some photos? I still have problem with making the arc fit on the charger. It keeps popping out of the charge.
Does the end of phone sticks out of the charger too?

I dont have a picture of it on the charger , but yes its sticks out a little, but it doesn't pop out. I can't post pictures yet ( still a NoOb o,O )
But i understand what you are saying about the volume button , i have to make sure it is pushed all the way in,when putting it on the dock. I might end up grinding it with my Dremel for a better fit. But the dock, it is still 100% better than laying on my desk.

Cholerabob said:
I dont have a picture of it on the charger , but yes its sticks out a little, but it doesn't pop out. I can't post pictures yet ( still a NoOb o,O )
But i understand what you are saying about the volume button , i have to make sure it is pushed all the way in,when putting it on the dock. I might end up grinding it with my Dremel for a better fit. But the dock, it is still 100% better than laying on my desk.
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Yes totally agree about that. I was thinking about modification as well.

Sony DK31: Magnetic Charging Dock

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Magnetic connector
An innovative magnetic connector enables you to place your phone snugly in the dock using one hand. The magnet steers the phone charging port to the dock charging connector and makes the connection.
Adapters in kit
Interchangeable inserts in the kit make it possible to use this dock with your Xperia Z1 with its cover or without.
Multitask
While your phone is charging, it stands at a comfortable viewing angle. You can be checking messages, browsing content. Your Xperia Z1 is stable and secure in its dedicated charging dock.
Technical Specifications
Dimensions: 60 x 46 x 21 mm
Weight (inc. Cable): 82.5 g
Weight (exc. Cable): 63.7 g
What's In the Box?
1 x Magnetic Charging Dock DK31
1 x Charging Cable with Magnetic Connector EC21
2 x adapters (for Xperia™ Z1 with/without cover)
1 x User guide
Priced at 34.99 in UK
Links
Sony Mobile
Xperia Blog
Clove UK
Sony Shop

Is this purely for charging, or are you able to access the phone via a computer if it's plugged into a USB port?

welshlad said:
Is this purely for charging, or are you able to access the phone via a computer if it's plugged into a USB port?
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Charging only.

is it compatible with z ultra?
looks exactly like the DK30 for z ultra
so is compatible with xperia z ultra?

njthenj said:
looks exactly like the DK30 for z ultra
so is compatible with xperia z ultra?
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Clearly not, hence the designation DK31. The Ultra is a different thickness.

techguyone said:
Clearly not, hence the designation DK31. The Ultra is a different thickness.
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Though they did say the DK31 would have swappable inserts to be able to fit Z1s with a case, perhaps one could be made for ZU.

Rekoil said:
Though they did say the DK31 would have swappable inserts to be able to fit Z1s with a case, perhaps one could be made for ZU.
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Why would you do that, when you could just buy the Ultra one?
Or do you have both devices and want to just use the one dock. (which would make the idea of inserts a good one)

It would be cool if you could remove the magnetic pogo cable from the dock and use it as a normal charging cable

CowMix said:
It would be cool if you could remove the magnetic pogo cable from the dock and use it as a normal charging cable
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Of cos you can! There is two screws under the dock which is covered by the rubbery grip.
Unscrew and ply out the dock, you will be able to use just the wire and the magnetic charger connector.
Try it! I'm using this method for my zu. Works flawlessly! :laugh:

trinityb4 said:
Of cos you can! There is two screws under the dock which is covered by the rubbery grip.
Unscrew and ply out the dock, you will be able to use just the wire and the magnetic charger connector.
Try it! I'm using this method for my zu. Works flawlessly! :laugh:
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That's great to know, I was hoping that would be the case as I don't want to have it stood up on my side table at night, I like to have the screen down so it doesn't wake me up. Thanks for that info

trinityb4 said:
Of cos you can! There is two screws under the dock which is covered by the rubbery grip.
Unscrew and ply out the dock, you will be able to use just the wire and the magnetic charger connector.
Try it! I'm using this method for my zu. Works flawlessly! :laugh:
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Does that mean that the dock is just a plastic shell and the cable just runs through it (in other words: is sealed at the magnetic connector)?
If not, there are apparently other alternatives out there already that are cheaper than the dock; you can find one here.
As it is on sale in China already, I wouldn't be surprised if in a month or so, you can buy cheap magnetic charging cables from ebay (just the cable; I wouldn't trust a knock-off adapter ).
EDIT: Never mind my speculation above. I found a post on another forum that clearly shows that trinityb4's way works flawlessly!
EDIT2: Does anyone know whether the magnetic charging port is the same on the XZ1 as on the XZU? If so, here is your first ebay-able charging cable.

eldhojohn said:
Magnetic charging cable for XPERIA Z ULTRA XL39H, Xperia Z1 l39h, http://dx-box.com/magnetic-charging-cable-for-xperia-z-ultra-xl39h.html
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is this legit? it wont damage the phone or blow it up?

i suppose magnetic charging has no possibility of syncing with computers, since on their sony web page, it states "do not plug into computer usb"? anyone can confirm on this?
i have already ordered 2 such cables from ebay. i scare i explode my phone... LOL

trinityb4 said:
Of cos you can! There is two screws under the dock which is covered by the rubbery grip.
Unscrew and ply out the dock, you will be able to use just the wire and the magnetic charger connector.
Try it! I'm using this method for my zu. Works flawlessly! :laugh:
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thats really cool, I just need to z1 to come to at&t or US unlocked @[email protected]

eldhojohn said:
Magnetic charging cable for XPERIA Z ULTRA XL39H, Xperia Z1 l39h, http://dx-box.com/magnetic-charging-cable-for-xperia-z-ultra-xl39h.html
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Already ordered it.. use it with power adapter that came with phone

jos_031 said:
Already ordered it.. use it with power adapter that came with phone
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Hey man, please, report back to tell if it's worth the money and if it works well with the Z1

I ordered
http://www.ebay.com/itm/MAGNETIC-US...-L39H-XPERIA-Z-ULTRA-XL39H-NEW-/390662019994?
approx $12.6 shipped (out of hong kong)

I ordered this one as well http://dx-box.com/magnetic-charging-cable-for-xperia-z-ultra-xl39h.html
But I have since cancelled my pre order of the Z1.
The cable has shipped and is currently on it's way to me.
Would anyone from the UK want to buy mine once it arrives for £10 shipped??

MrZippo said:
I ordered this one as well http://dx-box.com/magnetic-charging-cable-for-xperia-z-ultra-xl39h.html
But I have since cancelled my pre order of the Z1.
The cable has shipped and is currently on it's way to me.
Would anyone from the UK want to buy mine once it arrives for £10 shipped??
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teaganravetta said:
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I have replied

Is it possible to make a moto g case with MicroSD and Charging capability?

Is it possible to make a Moto G case that connects to the MicroUSB port, which in turn gives it MicroSDHC/XC card support (cards would be plugged into the case itself) and Charging capability? I'd imagine that the case would be a tad on the thick side, which could be beneficial for the sake of protecting the case.

Nice idea!
I would've bought it if it actually existed.
-sent from my little moto beast

I know. I am actually surprised that one hasn't been made yet. I am no engineer of any sort, but I am hoping someone sees this and actually gets inspired to make one. I am sure that they would make a killing, because I would buy one for my Moto G in a heartbeat.

Borrowing the idea of the battery charging cases that I've seen made for iPhone devices, why can't there something like this be made with a similar design for the Moto G? Just replace the lighting connector with a MicroUSB one, and then add on a MicroSDHC/SDXC card reader slot to the pack somewhere? So now you have a case that is also an extra battery AND has the ability to mount and use MicroSDHC cards.
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http://www.belkin.com/us/p/P-F8W292/

Yes, it is.
On my old Wildfire S i replaced the battery woth other bigger one, and with a new case.
Look around XDA, somebody put a microSD inside moto G

The tricky part is doing both at the same time. OTOH the USB-OTG standard is meant for the host device to power the guest and not receive power while doing it. Just tried my OTG adapter with a powered USB hub on my Note 2 to be sure and it's not charging.

There sort of is. It's called the Moto G LTE.

very nice idea...i'm wondering too...
Darkshado said:
The tricky part is doing both at the same time. OTOH the USB-OTG standard is meant for the host device to power the guest and not receive power while doing it. Just tried my OTG adapter with a powered USB hub on my Note 2 to be sure and it's not charging.
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OTG Case "only" could be a nice solution...
nupi said:
There sort of is. It's called the Moto G LTE.
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of course...when you want to change every 3 month !!!
C'mon, third party's devs...

satanas17 said:
very nice idea...i'm wondering too...
OTG Case "only" could be a nice solution...
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My previous cell phone, a Palm Pixi Plus, had an officially supported Touchstone wireless charging option, which simply replaced the standard back cover with a magnetic charging back cover. And worked very well. To me, something like that would be the ideal solution for the Moto G. Motorola currently offers no officially supported wireless charging solution for the Moto G. The only 3rd party (QI Wireless) charger requires using the miniUSB port for connecting the charging adapter.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IQ2GUFI
There's a web site and youtube video of someone re-wiring a QI Wireless Charging Receiver, so as to not occupy the miniUSB port:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i95W7oI0a80
But: the Touchstone type replacement back cover would be ideal.
http://www.amazon.com/Palm-Computing-Div-Touchstone-Cover/dp/B00470ERYO
http://www.amazon.com/Palm-Touchstone-Charging-separate-Charger/dp/B002CMEIWK

rvail623 said:
My previous cell phone, a Palm Pixi Plus, had an officially supported Touchstone wireless charging option, which simply replaced the standard back cover with a magnetic charging back cover. And worked very well. To me, something like that would be the ideal solution for the Moto G. Motorola currently offers no officially supported wireless charging solution for the Moto G. The only 3rd party (QI Wireless) charger requires using the miniUSB port for connecting the charging adapter.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IQ2GUFI
There's a web site and youtube video of someone re-wiring a QI Wireless Charging Receiver, so as to not occupy the miniUSB port:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i95W7oI0a80
But: the Touchstone type replacement back cover would be ideal.
http://www.amazon.com/Palm-Computing-Div-Touchstone-Cover/dp/B00470ERYO
http://www.amazon.com/Palm-Touchstone-Charging-separate-Charger/dp/B002CMEIWK
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Wireless charging wouldn't work as we have no receiver within the phone and if you put one in you'd need access to the battery. Any wireless charging case will have to use the micro USB port.
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dethrat said:
Wireless charging wouldn't work as we have no receiver within the phone and if you put one in you'd need access to the battery.
It's a sealed unit it doesn't have the space to add wireless charging within the phone. Any wireless charging case will have to use the micro USB port.
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dethrat said:
Wireless charging wouldn't work as we have no receiver within the phone and if you put one in you'd need access to the battery. Any wireless charging case will have to use the micro USB port.
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I suppose this is more complicated than what you are willing to do? But on the topic of a case with a microsdcard reader built in, has anyone found anything like this?

I was thinking about the theoretical possibility of doing this and I found an image of how to make an OTG Y-Cable. You need a resistor (100k) to the Sync pin, and that's it.
Therefore, what the cover circuit would need is: a small Wireless Charger receiver wired to the Y-Cable's +5v and Ground and a MicroSD reader without the USB plug, connected directly to the wires. Additionally, I would recommend to add a small hub to support, together with the MicroSD reader, two other MicroUSB ports on the cover: one for charger-only, and another to have an useable MicroUSB port, as the one on the phone would be occupied. It would have to be at least 1.5mm thick to fit the microUSB female ports, which would be the biggest parts.
Well, in theory, it is possible. But I don't know if the Moto G has a big enough market share that would make any company produce something like that... Maybe I'll try to do one myself someday, just for the fun factor. ^^

lightning.thb said:
I was thinking about the theoretical possibility of doing this and I found an image of how to make an OTG Y-Cable. You need a resistor (100k) to the Sync pin, and that's it.
Anyone figure this out?
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[OFFICIAL] Official Accessories For Sony Xperia Z3 Compact

Official Xperia Z3 Compact Accessories​
Hey all
Here is a thread to list the official accessories available for the Sony Xperia Z3 Compact, I've listed the ones Sony have shown to be compatible, but please let me know if more become available or old ones are compatible, I'll add them to the list:good:
Feel free to comment on how these various official accessories for the Xpera Z3 Compact work with the device:good:​
Game Control Mount GCM10
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Magnetic Charging Dock DK48​
http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/products/accessories/magnetic-charging-dock-dk48/​
SmartWatch 2​
http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/products/accessories/smartwatch-2-sw2/​
Mono Bluetooth® Headset MBH20​
http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/products/accessories/mono-bluetooth-headset-mbh20/​
Bluetooth® Speaker BSP10​
http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/products/accessories/bluetooth-speaker-bsp10/​
Digital Noise Cancelling Headset MDR-NC31EM​
http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/products/accessories/digital-noise-cancelling-headset-mdr-nc31em/​
Stereo Bluetooth® Headset SBH80​
http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/products/accessories/stereo-bluetooth-headset-sbh80/​
Stereo Headset STH30​
http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/products/accessories/stereo-headset-sth30/​

For the people looking to buy the Sony DK48, you can get it 'cheap' here:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sony-DK48-D...4?pt=DE_Handy_PDA_Ladegeräte_Dockingstationen
Cheapest I've seen so far.

That is a good price, does it include postage overseas though

techguyone said:
That is a good price, does it include postage overseas though
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Yes it does ship worldwide for the same price!

Style Cover SCR26
I see no mention of it in the original thread..
http://www.clove.co.uk/sony-xperia-z3-compact-scr26-style-up-cover

coolmalayalee said:
I see no mention of it in the original thread..
http://www.clove.co.uk/sony-xperia-z3-compact-scr26-style-up-cover
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I guess it's because it's not announced on the Sonymobile site yet

It's on the Sony UK site (albeit coming soon rather than on-sale right now)
http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/products/accessories/style-cover-scr24/

Dsteppa said:
For the people looking to buy the Sony DK48, you can get it 'cheap' here:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sony-DK48-D...4?pt=DE_Handy_PDA_Ladegeräte_Dockingstationen
Cheapest I've seen so far.
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That's only 3 or 4 dollars more than Handtec/Clove. I just ordered two DK48's from them along with two Z3C's.

Crewville96 said:
That's only 3 or 4 dollars more than Handtec/Clove. I just ordered two DK48's from them along with two Z3C's.
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Yeah that's if you don't have to pay VAT, for us here in Europe the difference is about 12$

Yeah, forgot about that. I live in the US, so not VAT for me.

Is there a car dock for the Xperia Z line? My current HTC Amaze has both desktop and car docks, and launches different software/modes based on which one it is in. In the car dock, I have it launch CarHome Ultra and close it when I remove it from the dock. The M8 car dock works like this, but I'd rather have the Z3 compact.
Edit: found a 3rd party one for the z2. I wonder if it'd work for the z3 compact.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/IMOBI4-3-in...1821?pt=US_Mounts_Holders&hash=item3a96402ead

oryan_dunn said:
Is there a car dock for the Xperia Z line? My current HTC Amaze has both desktop and car docks, and launches different software/modes based on which one it is in. In the car dock, I have it launch CarHome Ultra and close it when I remove it from the dock. The M8 car dock works like this, but I'd rather have the Z3 compact.
Edit: found a 3rd party one for the z2. I wonder if it'd work for the z3 compact.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/IMOBI4-3-in...1821?pt=US_Mounts_Holders&hash=item3a96402ead
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Thank you very much! I've been searching for one at Amazon. But I don't think this will fit our compact phone. maybe the normal sized z3 will fit..
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I have been messaging a few different companies (Spigen, Ballistic etc) with requests for Z3 Compact support. I would suggest that more people message so that they see there is a demand. Perhaps we'll see some support from them too

I'm really miffed as to why Sony has a full line of accessories, except for a car dock.
I mean, how hard would it be to put a magnetic connector in the top piece of the official "car holder"
http://www.sonymobile.com/global-en/products/accessories/smartphone-car-holder-spa-ck20m/

I haven't seen an official magnetic charging cable yet and i am surprised it is not included with the phone.
It's such a great feature and would be very cheap to include and would add an immense value to the experience of the phone, would it come in the box.

oryan_dunn said:
Is there a car dock for the Xperia Z line? My current HTC Amaze has both desktop and car docks, and launches different software/modes based on which one it is in. In the car dock, I have it launch CarHome Ultra and close it when I remove it from the dock. The M8 car dock works like this, but I'd rather have the Z3 compact.
Edit: found a 3rd party one for the z2. I wonder if it'd work for the z3 compact.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/IMOBI4-3-in...1821?pt=US_Mounts_Holders&hash=item3a96402ead
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http://store.sony.com/smartphone-re...atid-all-car-stereo-receivers?_t=pfm=category
something like this?

Pyres said:
http://store.sony.com/smartphone-re...atid-all-car-stereo-receivers?_t=pfm=category
something like this?
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No, something like what I posted in the link. That's to replace the stereo in your car. Most people don't want to do that, and most cars past the mid 00's have dashes such that a 3rd party stereo wouldn't work anyways.
A standard car dock is all that they need to make; nothing fancy like that in-dash one.
Something like the official HTC One dock
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00J7YJZ10/
Though, I'd much prefer one like Sony's desktop dock that would work with the case on.

Wonder if there are any official Sony cases. Haven't seen any yet.

Evangion said:
Wonder if there are any official Sony cases. Haven't seen any yet.
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You got this one http://www.uk-mobilestore.co.uk/off...mpact-style-cover-stand-case-scr26-black.html
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That Charging Dock seems like a must have and will definitely buy it. But as far i know, there is also just a cable which is much cheaper.

Car mounts

Just thought I'd put this in here for peoples experiences with various car mounts. I've got a Brodit universal mount, but side buttons and charging mounts look to be problematic - so I'm after a new one!
The Sony mount looks about as good as I've seen so far, but it's silly expensive:
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Anyone tried this one?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/CAR-MOUNT-F...5587?pt=US_Mounts_Holders&hash=item5410235bd3

That's just asking for trouble

A bit off topic but...
http://www.rammount.com/Products/XGripMounts/XGripPhoneMounts/tabid/4688/Default.aspx
Using on motorbike, secure and perfect size for phone :good:

I posted this in another thread...
Pics of my Z3C in my ugrip dock as promised. As you can see, there is no problem gripping the phone while avoiding the power, volume, and camera buttons while at the same time leaving the magnetic charge port open. I can also say that the Deff micro usb to mag charge adapter is VERY strong (I can lift the phone off a table with it) and I cannot see how this would come loose while driving unless I got in a wreck - at which point all bets are off anyway. Also, given my previous experience with this dock over the last 2-3 years I am 100% confident that it will be able to easily hold the phone without issue, even with the offset grip. I always docked my bigger, heavier, nexus 5 offset from center - zero issues.
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sublimnl said:
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Looks very tidy. Though I was slightly concerned to notice in the above picture, old chap, that you appear to missing your steering wheel.

lol yep we have a thing for putting them on the left side of the car here. [emoji12]
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http://store.sony.com/smartphone-re...atid-all-car-stereo-receivers?_t=pfm=category
why not this?

That holder looks ok, I've ordered a similar one to see how it works. I need mine to fit onto a brodit clip though, which is an added problem for finding a suitable one.
The magnet in my deff adapter is ok, but the it's really easy for it to knock itself off charge if the phone gets moved at all. Not sure how well this will hold up in a car.

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http://usa.breffo.com/
Best and most adjustable car mount I've ever used

Thanks, that looks really useful. Ordered to try one out.

Hoping to see the z3 compact version of this one:
http://m.ebay.de/itm/221557681370?nav=SEARCH
Or do you think the z3 would fit?
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wooki said:
Hoping to see the z3 compact version of this one:
http://m.ebay.de/itm/221557681370?nav=SEARCH
Or do you think the z3 would fit?
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The Z3C should fit. The are almost the exact same dimensions.
http://www.phonearena.com/phones/si...mpact,Sony-Xperia-Z1-Compact/phones/8744,8283

NRG1975 said:
The Z3C should fit. The are almost the exact same dimensions.
http://www.phonearena.com/phones/si...mpact,Sony-Xperia-Z1-Compact/phones/8744,8283
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The z3 is 0,9mm thinner. Maybe it won't be fixed completely or the magnet isn't right aligned..
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Waiting for my Z3c to arrive after being a HTC user for a while but I have been using this dock in my car, goes into the cd player - Mountek nGroove Snap 2
I have a case on my phone with the small magnet that comes included (along with 2 other larger sized magnets for tablets or for an even better, stronger connection) in the package attached on the inside of the case so you can't see it. Very convenient for me to hop into the car and just put my phone on it. The HTC one is a heavy phone and it has never fallen off, even going over bumps or rougher terrain. It does slide down a little sometimes, but can just push it back up a little.
I'd recommend that to you guys.

That is so weird. Doesn't the CD player object to having a thing inserted that it can't spin?
Still, CD players are redundant, so it makes sense. That seems like a nice system, assuming the slot is high up on the dash.

Hjbotha said:
That is so weird. Doesn't the CD player object to having a thing inserted that it can't spin?
Still, CD players are redundant, so it makes sense. That seems like a nice system, assuming the slot is high up on the dash.
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It doesn't go that far into the slot to trouble the spindle or any moving parts.

wooki said:
The z3 is 0,9mm thinner. Maybe it won't be fixed completely or the magnet isn't right aligned..
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Put an extra layer of padding on the back, and you are all set.

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Hoping to see the z3 compact version of this one:
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Or do you think the z3 would fit?
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That one looks great for the charging part but I'm a little concerned... do you have to SCREW it to your car?