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Got case on phone, is there a desktop charger that will fit?

Got a TPU case on my phone and love it. Is there a desktop charger other than the seidio one that could fit it?

Just use a USB cord with a case with a prop, works great
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neederishelp said:
Just use a USB cord with a case with a prop, works great
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what exactly do you mean ??
maybe you have a link or some guide..
Thanks in advance

get one that is made for the galaxy note.

kms108 said:
get one that is made for the galaxy note.
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do you have a link?

neederishelp said:
Just use a USB cord with a case with a prop, works great
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i know i can do something crappy like this but was looking for something possibly that would look nice. I did come across this and may see if I can have a friend help me with this as its way out of my league.
http://yanminhong.blogspot.com/2012/01/galaxy-nexus-dock-mod.html

kms108 said:
get one that is made for the galaxy note.
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Do you know for sure it would work?
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I got a few of these: http://www.ebay.com/itm/SAMSUNG-GALAXY-S2-S-II-I9100-ZENIS-DESKTOP-DOCK-CHARGER-CRADLE-/220883609072?_trksid=p4340.m185&_trkparms=algo%3DSIC.NPJS%26its%3DI%252BC%26itu%3DUA%26otn%3D5%26pmod%3D270865448058%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D5859734319996833550
and they have worked with all my Samsung Android phones WITH "thinner" type cases. When I put the Diztronics case on the GNex it didn't fit by a hair so I took a Dremel tool and ground down the front edge just a little. It looks a LOT worse in the picture (since it is close up and due to the lighting) then it does on my desk but it could also be done a lot neater. I kind of slipped with the Dremel. For the price, these docks can't be beat. They only make them in 1 size yet they advertise them as if they are different (and jack up the prices depending on the phone). There is NO audio or video out, it's simply a charge/sync/nightstand cradle.

Today I broke down and ordered the "RND Power Solutions Deluxe 2nd Battery Charger and Data Sync Cradle" from amazon.com (too new to post a link, just give it a search).
This may be what you are looking for, because it is described as having an insert you can put in/remove depending on the case you are using.
I should have this guy in-hand Friday and I can give you a more detailed review.

wookaru said:
Today I broke down and ordered the "RND Power Solutions Deluxe 2nd Battery Charger and Data Sync Cradle" from amazon.com (too new to post a link, just give it a search).
This may be what you are looking for, because it is described as having an insert you can put in/remove depending on the case you are using.
I should have this guy in-hand Friday and I can give you a more detailed review.
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Looking forward to read it
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Someone just posted a review of the RND Power Solutions dock in this forum.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1465597
Looks like his LTE phone with a thin case was a tight fit, so this may not be what you are looking for :-(

wookaru said:
Someone just posted a review of the RND Power Solutions dock in this forum.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1465597
Looks like his LTE phone with a thin case was a tight fit, so this may not be what you are looking for :-(
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Not sure you´r correct, since they are saying in the reviews, that the sparepart charger doesn´t fit their type of battery, but its ment for the GSM version. .
So IMO this one on Amazon is for the GSM-version, but still wil work for the LTE versions phones, but not the spare battery they may want to charge..

That looks to be the same as the KiDiGi one listed on the Mobi site except the Amazon price is a lot less expensive. However on the Mobi site it is listed as a GSM (i9250) version.
I've been tempted as they also have a car dock with the same form factor but I'm really looking for something that looks decent but allows me to leave my Qmadix case on the phone.

tgmorris said:
That looks to be the same as the KiDiGi one listed on the Mobi site except the Amazon price is a lot less expensive. However on the Mobi site it is listed as a GSM (i9250) version.
I've been tempted as they also have a car dock with the same form factor but I'm really looking for something that looks decent but allows me to leave my Qmadix case on the phone.
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it's the same thing.

kms108 said:
it's the same thing.
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Has any of you bought from 4u-mobi??
Galaxy Nexus-Tapatalk

I finally got the charging dock from 4u-mobi and can confirm that the GSM model with a casemate barely there case will fit..
I also got a s-curve TPU case, that fit this dock as well....
In both combinations you need to take off the insert

what about the clingo desktop stand. i;ve been looking at getting a universal desktop dock so that i can use it with a case and future phones.

neotekz said:
what about the clingo desktop stand. i;ve been looking at getting a universal desktop dock so that i can use it with a case and future phones.
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I just ended up getting the gogostand and taping it to my desk. Works flawless. Yes it doesnt charge, but I couldnt find anything that I liked without having to remove my case each time. And I wasnt going to do that.

Dual Case Compatible Charging Dock

Obviously Samsung is more well known, but has anyone heard of EZOPower. They have the exact Dual Case comp dock, they look almost alike except for labeling. Is it as good
which to go for? it is only 19 compared to $27
Thank YOu

This dock?

Jaxidian said:
This dock?
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Thank you very much I guess I was wrong I have found that post but I was wondering which 1 is better.

eric0668 said:
Thank you very much I guess I was wrong I have found that post but I was wondering which 1 is better.
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Since all this is is a charging dock, there is little for it be "better" or "worse". Essentially, all it is is a USB cable, with large head. personally i would go for the cheap one. If you were looking at a multimedia dock, it would be different.
personally, i would go for the hyperion one (also on amazon, and I cannot post links, yet because new members aren't allowed to help people directly, so you have to search for it) and save 2 bucks more.

thanks again
I found it. I had a bad experience with the wall chargers from them One didn't work. took awhile to get a refund
It looks ok tho.
1. It looks case compatible, don't you think?
2. The title says GS3, but the description says Galaxy Note. I do think it is for the S3
3. I did find the Kidigi which is more than that, the original Samsung, or the EZOPower, the Deluxe Piano Black Charging Cradle Dual Purpose Case Compatible. I dont know where to get it.
Thank You

I actually like this dock. Would LOVE to hear from anybody who has it if it would fit a thicker case like the Incipio Silicryilc. It's still fairly thin but not quite the skin-like cases that many love.

eric0668 said:
I found it. I had a bad experience with the wall chargers from them One didn't work. took awhile to get a refund
It looks ok tho.
1. It looks case compatible, don't you think?
2. The title says GS3, but the description says Galaxy Note. I do think it is for the S3
3. I did find the Kidigi which is more than that, the original Samsung, or the EZOPower, the Deluxe Piano Black Charging Cradle Dual Purpose Case Compatible. I dont know where to get it.
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My thoughts:
1. case compatible? probably not... unless you have a dremel... if you do: yes it is.
2. with that shape, if it works for the note, i BET it works for the S3, as the S3 is thinner... but it might be "floppy"
3. kidigi says that the only US retailer is hypercel, but hypercel's website does not have it listed....

Jaxidian?
Jaxidian said:
I actually like this dock. Would LOVE to hear from anybody who has it if it would fit a thicker case like the Incipio Silicryilc. It's still fairly thin but not quite the skin-like cases that many love.
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When you said you like this dock, which one? the one I questioned ? The one in the Amazon link? or the Hyperion?
Thanks

eric0668 said:
When you said you like this dock, which one? the one I questioned ? The one in the Amazon link? or the Hyperion?
Thanks
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The one in the amazon link is what I'm very interested in...

Car Mount Vehicle Windshield Holder for Samsung Galaxy S3 S 3 SIII i9300

Has anyone puchased one of these?... Any reviews?.... Does it work with a gel skin?
Thanks. Trying to find a good car mount... Thanks.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Car-Mount-V...290868?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item416751d6b4

That is really cheap..
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I'm looking for a good quality windshield mount as well. I was using this Kensington mount with my Evo and it worked really well, but it doesn't open wide enough to hold the GS3. $3.99 sounds suspiciously cheap...

4 bucks free shipping, sounds to cheap to me.

I am also looking for a car mount. I am coming from a Droid X and liked that the power cord could be just left in the dock and the phone connected to the dock. My wife has a Razr MAXX which has the same feature. I was looking for a mount like it for my S3 but haven't seen any like it.
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vader699 said:
I am also looking for a car mount. I am coming from a Droid X and liked that the power cord could be just left in the dock and the phone connected to the dock. My wife has a Razr MAXX which has the same feature. I was looking for a mount like it for my S3 but haven't seen any like it.
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Oops should have searched more. I just found this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1725013
Looks like I'll be getting this one.

I bought the iOttie one off of Amazon and like it a lot.
Very secure.

Stay away from the bendable style mounts. I had a universal similar to that and it would bounce around so much while driving. Makes it hard to see directions in nav.

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That is really cheap..
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Agree. And we don't mean inexpensive (although it is that too), we mean CHEAP (as in quality).

Get this one: http://www.slipgripcarmounts.com/Sl...ier-To-Be-Used-While-No-Case-On_p_130474.html or this one if you have otterbox commuter: http://www.slipgripcarmounts.com/Sl...Using-OtterBox-Commuter-Case---_p_130841.html
I've had it for my Fascinate with commuter and it worked flawlessly for almost 2 years. I just placed an order for S3 one.

I read the ExoMount is great

vader699 said:
I am also looking for a car mount. I am coming from a Droid X and liked that the power cord could be just left in the dock and the phone connected to the dock. My wife has a Razr MAXX which has the same feature. I was looking for a mount like it for my S3 but haven't seen any like it.
Oops should have searched more. I just found this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1725013
Looks like I'll be getting this one.
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Hey thanks. I was in a similar boat, Droid X to S3, and didn't want to buy any of the VZW accessories until I could get home and assess the state of 3rd party accessories. Looks like I'm likely getting this one too!

CuedUp said:
Hey thanks. I was in a similar boat, Droid X to S3, and didn't want to buy any of the VZW accessories until I could get home and assess the state of 3rd party accessories. Looks like I'm likely getting this one too!
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I picked up one of the Infuse mounts for the S3 off eBay. My only concern is since the corners are a different shape the mount presses fairly firmly on the phone in those localized spots. Yes, the phone is very secure but I'm worried that over time the rubbing will begin to mar the phone.

I like the look of the Slipgrip mount but have always been concerned about a particular aspect of windshield mounting: how does the phone hold up to 2 hours of driving in the midday sun?

paulchinnz said:
I like the look of the Slipgrip mount but have always been concerned about a particular aspect of windshield mounting: how does the phone hold up to 2 hours of driving in the midday sun?
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Driving from Syracuse to NYC tomorrow... I'll let you know. Ha. Much more than two hours

woodant said:
I bought the iOttie one off of Amazon and like it a lot.
Very secure.
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I also have the iOttie mount. It's secure but too cumbersome to get the phone in and out of it (which I do a lot while driving).

I have two Exogear Exomounts, one for my desk and one for my car. They are by far the best mounts I have ever used. They can fit the phone alone or with a case, I would defiantly recommend..
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+1 for the infuse car mount.
Fits perfectly, cheap, charges and has aux out.

tgmorris said:
I picked up one of the Infuse mounts for the S3 off eBay. My only concern is since the corners are a different shape the mount presses fairly firmly on the phone in those localized spots. Yes, the phone is very secure but I'm worried that over time the rubbing will begin to mar the phone.
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I returned mine already. I felt it was to tight to snap in.
I think I will just find a generic one.
Not much available specific to the S3.

I have the exo gear mount and its awesome. I would give it a try if I were you. You can get it off of amazon so if you don't like it you can return it.

exo gear exomount is awesome..so simple and it just works...im getting another one.

OEM Car Dock

Has there been any news of an OEM car dock? Missing the superior fit and function from my GS1 dock. I want to just be able to slide the charge plug in without a fuss. You can't plug two cables in easily when driving down the road.

Yes and it's a disappointing offer from Samsung:
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/genuine-samsung-galaxy-s3-vehicle-dock-ecs-k200begstd-p35105.htm
Honestly I've been rocking the Infuse 4g car dock and love it, not to mention you can't beat the price!

Does the aux/audio out work in the Infuse 4G dock??

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Does the aux/audio out work in the Infuse 4G dock??
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Perfectly (at least for me).

will the infuse dock still work with a case? I have a somewhat slim simple clear case that protects the back/sides

Brett8187 said:
will the infuse dock still work with a case? I have a somewhat slim simple clear case that protects the back/sides
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It's a pretty snug fit WITHOUT a case, so I'm going to go with my gut and say no.

Jubmasterflex said:
Yes and it's a disappointing offer from Samsung:
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/genuine-samsung-galaxy-s3-vehicle-dock-ecs-k200begstd-p35105.htm
Honestly I've been rocking the Infuse 4g car dock and love it, not to mention you can't beat the price!
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I'm gonna have to say like the comments for that link that this is just some generic dock. I don't know why they have not announced a car dock yet. IMHO that's one of the more popular accessories.

jdubau55 said:
I'm gonna have to say like the comments for that link that this is just some generic dock. I don't know why they have not announced a car dock yet. IMHO that's one of the more popular accessories.
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Actually someone mentioned in another cardock thread that they spoke to a Samsung rep who confirmed that's the only OEM cardock they plan on releasing for the Galaxy S3.
When it comes to accessories, Samsung is far from the leader.

jdubau55 said:
I'm gonna have to say like the comments for that link that this is just some generic dock. I don't know why they have not announced a car dock yet. IMHO that's one of the more popular accessories.
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It's not, when you look at the video from that site it is a Samsung dock but a universal Sammy dock for 4 inches to 5.3 inches. Lame.

Yeah, you're better off getting a cheap Infuse dock - it holds the phone very securely, and the charging port / audio-out connections work very well. You'll need to take your phone out of its case, but if you have a Diztronic or other TPU-type case, that's not so difficult.

Well...crap. Every other Galaxy S has had dedicated car docks. They finally release a Galaxy S that is the same form factor worldwide and then don't release a car dock. Yet, they will release like 4 different ones for the S2. Stupid.

Car/GPS Dock?

What Car dock do you guys recomend for Galaxy S III?
Looking for something that would do following:
1) activate car mode (is there one?, my atrix had it)
2) must be in landscape
3) attaches to the window
4) will work with galaxy S III that has a case on it.

walmart dude
i just picked up a mount for my galaxy s II at Walmart yesterday. nothing special but it mounts to the window/dash. and it has PLENTY of room for even the bulkiest of cases. don't know what its called at the moment but it was down by the ipod accessories. it has an iphone in the display picture but it fits.

I went online today to ask if Samsung has any immediate plans to release a custom car dock for the S3 and the customer service rep claimed there are no official plans as of now. I'm sure they'll come out with one eventually and that this isn't any sort of groundbreaking news but at least it's some sort of "official" statement. I did not contact the number she gave at the bottom of the chat transcript though I may try later on if I get some free time.
Edit: I realize now this was an automated response system I was dealing with rather than 'Lisa'. Apologies.

so, noone can recommend a good car dock?

nekrosoft13 said:
so, noone can recommend a good car dock?
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I went with the Infuse 4G route and couldn't be more pleased with the decision:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1744134&highlight=infuse

Jubmasterflex said:
I went with the Infuse 4G route and couldn't be more pleased with the decision:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1744134&highlight=infuse
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from what i heard that doesn't work with case, so not an option

Amazon - Xmount cd holder. It's awesome
Galaxy S3 - Locked...

nekrosoft13 said:
from what i heard that doesn't work with case, so not an option
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Derp, skipped over bullet point number 4.
Pretty sure you won't get card ock mode with any 3rd party dock unless you program a NFC sticker for the device.
I've used Arkon products in the past and they always seemed to work. As far a using one with a case attached to your device, I wouldn't know, but you may have to do some measuring to ensure it will fit within one of these mounts:
http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/index.html

nekrosoft13 said:
What Car dock do you guys recomend for Galaxy S III?
Looking for something that would do following:
1) activate car mode (is there one?, my atrix had it)
2) must be in landscape
3) attaches to the window
4) will work with galaxy S III that has a case on it.
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Here's a site with a variety of car docks for the S3, including Samsung's OEM version
blueshop.com/samsung-galaxy-s3-car-mounts

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Derp, skipped over bullet point number 4.
Pretty sure you won't get card ock mode with any 3rd party dock unless you program a NFC sticker for the device.
I've used Arkon products in the past and they always seemed to work. As far a using one with a case attached to your device, I wouldn't know, but you may have to do some measuring to ensure it will fit within one of these mounts:
http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/index.html
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so you think only the samsung OEM one will work with car mode?

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so you think only the samsung OEM one will work with car mode?
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Unless you can find another dock that includes a magnet (I guess you could always add one) to force car mode, then yes.

I'm using a Garmin Nuvi mount and it fits my S III perfectly with its case on. Its small and very secure on the dash or windshield. The only downside I have to use a separate usb charger which doesn't activate the car dock mode.

nekrosoft13 said:
What Car dock do you guys recomend for Galaxy S III?
Looking for something that would do following:
1) activate car mode (is there one?, my atrix had it)
2) must be in landscape
3) attaches to the window
4) will work with galaxy S III that has a case on it.
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Check out this page to see what I did.....it covers all four points.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=28677574#post28677574
the_buzz_man

Check out my thread on hacking docks & how you can trip a dock mode with a resistor. Can hack one that fits and charges but doesn't trip dock mode to trip it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1754102
DIY docks & hacking docks tripping dock mode & AC charging mode
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They say the ibolt dock that just came out should work. It's a little expensive for my taste but looks to work even with an otterbox commuter case, but not defender.
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EvilAldo said:
They say the ibolt dock that just came out should work. It's a little expensive for my taste but looks to work even with an otterbox commuter case, but not defender.
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That looks pretty good. Anything else out there?
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nekrosoft13 said:
That looks pretty good. Anything else out there?
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Im in the same boat as you. I think the best we are going to do is getting just any we like and add an NFC sticker on it to change the mode for us. The iBolt will do this, but not sure I want to spend $50 for that, when I can get one with a charger for $20 and I have some NFC stickers already. Im not going to take the case off everytime I want to dock the thing for sure , otherwise Id grab the infuse one.
It looks like most of them will fit on my Garmin bean bag mount so I dont have to stick it on the windshield each time as I live in Texas and it wont stay on in the heat all day Im sure.

with ibolt you have to remove the case?

I went with the ibolt it does all you have listed but it is a bit pricey. So far though, it is sturdy. To answer the post above, no you dont have to remove the case. I hear it fits the otterbox so thick cases probably work too.
nekrosoft13 said:
What Car dock do you guys recomend for Galaxy S III?
Looking for something that would do following:
1) activate car mode (is there one?, my atrix had it)
2) must be in landscape
3) attaches to the window
4) will work with galaxy S III that has a case on it.
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Jubmasterflex said:
Unless you can find another dock that includes a magnet (I guess you could always add one) to force car mode, then yes.
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The GS3 dock modes aren't set by magnets but a specific resistance across 2 of the USB pins.
There is a different resistance for the car and desk modes.. There is a thread around that specifies those values.
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