Anyone got any suggestions?
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There are so many out there i wouldnt say any are bad unless they do not hold the phone, not too sure why you would want one for swimming as you will need to take the phone out to use it.
I didn't find anything waterproof yet (at least with a headphone socket). I now have a jabra bluetooth headset and I can use that to pause/get status from my running app so I'm less bothered about just using a ziploc bag for waterproof. (the headset is supposed to be rain-proof, and costs less than a new screen for the phone)
The included jabra armband is rubbish - needs elastic to be able to stay on my arm, so a suggestion would be good.
not exactly waterproof armband, but...
I bought an SGS2 specific neoprene armband (think it was the Belkin one) and if there's any chance of rain I first put my phone in one of those zippable/ziplock/sealable sandwich bags.
Makes it completely waterproof and the touch screen still works... although I don't know if I'd go for a swim with it...! Fine for running though.
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While I have read other threads such as:
What is the best case?
What case do you use for xyz phone?
I've not read of solutions to those having to carry both their phone and their headset (not everyone has a Blueant Z9/Z9i/V1 that has a shirt clip as part of the unit... ).
Does such a solution exist? For example, my wife has a Motorola Razr2 V9 and is stuck using an old soft (i.e. no protection) cigarette case that can hold both the phone and her headset. I keep my Tilt in my front pocket, face directed toward my body, at the moment.
There's got to be a better solution.
I'm interested in how others are handling this as well.
The ideal phone case for me (& it doesn't exist) & my diamond would be leather, fitted, front comes off for use, and has a pocket for my BT.
Well, I was lucky enough to find an old hard eyeglass case that fits the CDMA Diamond nearly perfectly. When it's closed, the phone does not move. There is a problem with hearing the ringer though. Might have to drill a few holes.
As for the headset, I use another hard eyeglass case for them. I think I might need to find something to wind the wires around.
Guess you could use soft eyeglass cases since them come with pocket clips, sometimes.
I carry my Universal on my back pocket easily with this nice & cheap flexi skin: http://www.boxwave.com/products/flexiskin/flexiskin-qtek-9000_722.htm , and my BT headset in my neck (http://www.tecnogadgets.com/fotografias/HBH_DS980_Stere_Bluetooth_Headset_1.jpg).
I know there are a lot of new models not so bulky as Uni, but I never saw a model that can be a micro laptop and a PDA cell phone at the same time and working wonderfull with my 528Mhz processor form 2005...
Cheers,
Does anyone have any recommendations for an armband for the MT4G? Thinking about picking one up on ebay from seller, mzmshop, but looking for some reviews. (Forum won't let me post a link, since I'm a newb).
T-Mo sells one designed for the MT4G but of course it runs you about $30
iAarmbands
I had one of these for the g1 I was happy with.
iArmbands
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Cool, thanks. I saw that one on ebay but was wondering if it was any different than the cheapo's. You usually get what you pay for, so I'll prob give it a shot.
I picked one up for like $8.00 at WalMart. It's kind of a tight fit with the TPU case on, but I can still get it in and it does the trick.
This is rather off topic to OP's post but....
I'm assuming you got the armband so you can run while listening to music, etc with it???
Did anyone notice any hesitation in playing music (skipping) while the phone is in motion?
I have a bluetooth headset I use (blueant T1) to stream A2DP music from MT4G to headset and I get ALOT of skipping when MT4G is getting knocked around in my backpack...
sorry for the OT question...
I jogged while holding it or in my sweater jacket, never skipped or got hesitation..
I ended up buying one of the armbands from iArmbands. I haven't run with it yet - but think it will work well. My phone with TPU case slides in about perfect - its snug but easy to put the phone in and out.
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Did anyone notice any hesitation in playing music (skipping) while the phone is in motion?
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The units with the SO screen use a micro sd card to store music and won't skip. The units with the SH screens store the music on nano optical media that is manually operated by a cute little mini monkey. If you shake the mini monkey he can get a bit pissy and skip your tunes.
For Reals, Not For Fakes.
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I ordered the iArmband from Amazon. I haven't had a chance to run with it yet. I'm using my bluetooth headset since they are cheap enough but wanted to show photos of it with and without using the 3.5 jack. Click the photo for full resolution (Beware 14MB photos) Touch screen works in this.
Im confused with this. if you are sweating wont the sweat get into the armband case and get into the phone?
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I ordered the iArmband from xxx. I haven't had a chance to run with it yet. I'm using my bluetooth headset since they are cheap enough but wanted to show photos of it with and without using the 3.5 jack. Click the photo for full resolution (Beware 14MB photos) Touch screen works in this.
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Is it possible to put in this armband a MT4G with TPU case (i.e. this one http ://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130469512376&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT [remove space]) on it? Is it loose enough?
I have made armbands myself for my last two phones (MT3G, MT4G). All you need is the elastic from some old armband (I use one from my ancient MP3 player) and one of the $2 silicone cases from ebay/amazon, etc. Take an x-acto and cut two slits in the back of the silicone skin for the elastic band to pass through, then you just slide the phone into the silicone skin and attach to your arm. Looks much better than the generic armbands, works better without the touchscreen cover and only costs a few bucks.
I mostly row and jog, and I've found the armband makes me unbalanced because of the extra weight on one arm. Have any of y'all found an alternative to this? I would really like to listen to music through my phone, but if I can't find some alternative to an armband, I might just get one of those small clip-on iPod Nanos.
Thinking about getting a Samsung HS3000 bluetooth headphone adapter for the treadmill/wearing shorts. (thread here someplace about it.)
Ipod nano or a Sansa clip might be a more reasonable solution though.
Kostazu said:
Thinking about getting a Samsung HS3000 bluetooth headphone adapter for the treadmill/wearing shorts. (thread here someplace about it.)
Ipod nano or a Sansa clip might be a more reasonable solution though.
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I don't use a treadmill; I actually go running, like outdoors, so I need something to fasten the phone to my body.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16875982446
Yeah, I'm not a big fan of armbands, especially w/ a phone the size of the GSIII, it would be quite cumbersome.
I've used a Tune Belt sport belt forever while working out @ the gym & running. I originally bought it for a minidisc player like 6-7 years ago but also used it for my iPod 5G & my current Nexus S in a tpu case. It's still in great shape today, no rips/tears or anything. The fact that I still use it today speaks to its durability & quality. I'm getting the GSIII soon tho & so I'll probably have to upgrade my tune belt as well, luckily they have one for large phones now.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0..._m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1KJCSJ1YQ8ZRQ1Y0ZGNC
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Bluetooth headset and a plastic baggie do the trick for me. The phone goes into a pocket in my shorts and the headset lets me ff, rw, stop and play the music. Sandwich bags keep moisture from getting into the phone.
Low tech but it works.
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Bluetooth headset and a plastic baggie do the trick for me. The phone goes into a pocket in my shorts and the headset lets me ff, rw, stop and play the music. Sandwich bags keep moisture from getting into the phone.
Low tech but it works.
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I just don't like the phone moving around in my pocket while exercising. If it were a treadmill, I could just set the phone in the cupholder and use the clip-on Bluetooth headset people have been recommending, but I need something that will prevent the phone from moving while on my body.
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Yeah, I'm not a big fan of armbands, especially w/ a phone the size of the GSIII, it would be quite cumbersome.
I've used a Tune Belt sport belt forever while working out @ the gym & running. I originally bought it for a minidisc player like 6-7 years ago but also used it for my iPod 5G & my current Nexus S in a tpu case. It's still in great shape today, no rips/tears or anything. The fact that I still use it today speaks to its durability & quality. I'm getting the GSIII soon tho & so I'll probably have to upgrade my tune belt as well, luckily they have one for large phones now.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0..._m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1KJCSJ1YQ8ZRQ1Y0ZGNC
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This is interesting. A belt for your phone? I'll try to find one that fits the S III.
I actually started running last week and an armband works pretty fine... Before that I had a belt kinda thing but it still bounces too much and is quite annoying, an armband is pretty well fixed and when tied around the upperarm,you hardly feel it's there.
But appearantly for you it is, hmmm... Belt would be worth a try then, it's more centered I guess. Perhaps mine just didn't fit properly.
Belt Clip the way to go.
I hate the armband thing. When you flex you bicep it tightens up too much.
When I had a iPhone I used the Mareware Sportshell and loved it! It had both armband and belt clip. I only ever used the belt clip. I CANNOT find anything else like it so far for the S3.
This is the site for the SportShell: New user so I can't post it but just Google it.
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Taehee. said:
I mostly row and jog, and I've found the armband makes me unbalanced because of the extra weight on one arm. Have any of y'all found an alternative to this? I would really like to listen to music through my phone, but if I can't find some alternative to an armband, I might just get one of those small clip-on iPod Nanos.
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Dude, take a look at shieldflow.com - it's something new that will let you hold your phone and listen to music
Hi, I was wondering if anybody knows if there are any docks that work with the draco bumper. I'm only asking because the draco bumper seems to be quite large. I've had to buy 3 different aux cords because they wouldn't fit, and I don't want to waste time trying out different docks.
You could always consider buying a 'universal dock' that clamps to the sides of the phone and then plug the phone in with a normal cable. It's not really a dock per say but it'll definitely do the job of holding your phone upright/horizontal.
If you need a link to one just let me know.
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You could always consider buying a 'universal dock' that clamps to the sides of the phone and then plug the phone in with a normal cable. It's not really a dock per say but it'll definitely do the job of holding your phone upright/horizontal.
If you need a link to one just let me know.
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Would you happen to know a car mount that would let me fit a S3 with the draco bumper and still let me use my camera while in place?
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Would you happen to know a car mount that would let me fit a S3 with the draco bumper and still let me use my camera while in place?
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008KP4ZFI/ref=oh_details_o02_s01_i00
I have been using that for a while. all my devices and my GF's devices have a the metal plate installed (and most, like the s3) have it under the battery door, so you cannot see it) and I have one for the car, and one for work. anywhere i go, with whatever i take, i can mount without looking. I also ziptied a cable to it, and am running a tasker script to start car mode (triggered by bluetooth to my alpine ex-10)
and yes, you can easily use the camera with it.
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008KP4ZFI/ref=oh_details_o02_s01_i00
I have been using that for a while. all my devices and my GF's devices have a the metal plate installed (and most, like the s3) have it under the battery door, so you cannot see it) and I have one for the car, and one for work. anywhere i go, with whatever i take, i can mount without looking. I also ziptied a cable to it, and am running a tasker script to start car mode (triggered by bluetooth to my alpine ex-10)
and yes, you can easily use the camera with it.
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Would this cancel NFC and if its a metal plate do you lose any reception? And how sturdy is it? I wouldn't want it falling off because of a few big bumps on the road, and I thought strong magnets aren't good for our phones.
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Would this cancel NFC and if its a metal plate do you lose any reception? And how sturdy is it? I wouldn't want it falling off because of a few big bumps on the road, and I thought strong magnets aren't good for our phones.
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I do not have a way to check the NFC cancelling...
there is no reception loss, as it is is as large the battery only, and the antenna is up top, away from the plate.
big bumps?
i live in central PA, and drive a car lowered on coilover suspension (and turned pretty tight too) and the phone has not budged an inch. perhaps i should do a review.. with the camera running during an autocorss and going over nasty bumps.
magnets mess up harddrives.. not phones.
Hi all,
just e tip: a dedicated carholder for this phone is ahrd to find and a little expensive if i'm honest.
if you search for a dedicated carholder form LG G2 on Ebay or such, this will do just aswell. mind you, with a little creative puzzling.
the size between these phones is comparable....not EXACTLY the same.
i've taken a light and heated the corners and the 'clipping and unclipping thingy' without the phone in it one by one.
After heating, fitted the phone in and pressen on the each corner-part and pushed the holder around it.
It fits pretty good and will not snap out easliy.
be careful after applying a heat source......ths plastic can be VERY HOT. insert phone and press it onto a surface.
no promises on the result ofocurse.....just thought i'd share it........
I just wanted to add that I went a different direction with this, and it works great.
I bought a http://www.amazon.com/SUPCASE-Samsung-Galaxy-Active-Unicorn/dp/B00DY2SEFE
Then I bought the quadlock mounts
The adapter for the phone
http://www.quadlockcase.com/products/universal-adapter
then bought the bike mount
http://www.quadlockcase.com/products/quad-lock-bar-mount-pro
and car mount
http://www.quadlockcase.com/products/quad-lock-car-mount
I attached the universal adapter to the back of my phone (easy easy compared to the otterbox stuff out there, since unicorn beatle case is uniformly flat already, it is why i chose it)
Now i attach it to my bike/car when I need to, and it doesnt make it too much bulkier. I actually have 2 cases, one with and one without the adapter, and I switch them out if I am going to go biking, or on a long trip where I might use the GPS.
there are really stable BikeMounts from Upmove:
http://www.upmove.eu/samsung-galaxy-s4-active-fahrradhalterungen/705j43k34u55.html