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[Q] Windshield mount

I'm keeping my Droid 1 activated for the sole purpose of providing GPS nav until there's a windshield dock for myTouch 4G. Anyone have a lead on one in development? Official Tmobile stores have nada and no idea on timing. There's one for the 3G so hopefully it'll happen soon.
Thanks,

check the t-mo website for accessories. they have an in-car holder for the my touch.

I think he might be referring to the one one like the nexus one which should be out soon
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Just saw this one, whatcha think?
Tetrax on eBay
I can't seem to find any other reviews.

How about it.... let's put a magnet on the phone with compass in it and try using GPS.... Brillian, absolutely brilliant I say!

Ya, there are a few so-so generic holders, I'm hoping for one specifically designed for the phone. The one for my Droid fit perfectly and held it very firmly and could be landscape or portrait.
Thanks for the tip though.
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Just saw this one, whatcha think?
I can't seem to find any other reviews.
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Tmobile will be releasing a special one. That's what the prongs on the left are for to charge while on the new dock.

But has there been anything released about the official docks? It makes sense that we will see one, but it may just be an alarm clock dock.
Any links suggesting either?

car dock, and desk dock
you guys... the buttons are in the drawer...
the docks just put them in that mode automatically, charge, and some feature a bluetooth speaker...
same as nexus1

borodin1 said:
How about it.... let's put a magnet on the phone with compass in it and try using GPS.... Brillian, absolutely brilliant I say!
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Doesnt the original Droid have magnets built in to control the dock features? If the price was better, I would be willing to give it a shot.
My problem is that I cannot buy a device specific holster for the car because I use a plethora of different phones and my wife does as well. I bought a generic universal holder off EBay awhile back for our trip to Cali and it worked great...for a month, then the POS fell apart...at least I got my $8.00 out of it

Samsung OEM Car & Desk dock

Just got my OEM car & desk dock from eBay (they aren't easily available in Canada yet).
First off, I have a T989D aka Galaxy S2 X (from Telus in Canada) and it fits (of course, as the hardware is the same).
Long story short:
Car dock:
The car dock is fantastic. It's a hard rubber that flexes easily enough to get the phone in and out without much trouble. It has a tab on one end to assist.
If you need a car dock, don't think twice, buy it.
Desk Dock
I wasn't sure how they were going to deal with the "chin" on the bottom of the phone. Basically, the dock doesn't have any front-to-back support for the phone... it's not a "slot". However, there is some friction so the phone doesn't flop around. That said, don't be tossing it around with the phone in it, as you'll risk breaking off the USB port that the phone is docked to.
Otherwise, it's great. It doesn't have an active speaker (like some pics show), but a little duct so the phone's sound can get out.

Photos please?

mangiant said:
Car dock:
The car dock is fantastic. It's a hard rubber that flexes easily enough to get the phone in and out without much trouble. It has a tab on one end to assist.
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Do you think there is enough "flex" to fit with a thin TPU case?

MisterEdF said:
Do you think there is enough "flex" to fit with a thin TPU case?
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No ghost armour is to much for.it fits tight on the corners
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mangiant said:
Just got my OEM car & desk dock from eBay (they aren't easily available in Canada yet).
First off, I have a T989D aka Galaxy S2 X (from Telus in Canada) and it fits (of course, as the hardware is the same).
Long story short:
Car dock:
The car dock is fantastic. It's a hard rubber that flexes easily enough to get the phone in and out without much trouble. It has a tab on one end to assist.
If you need a car dock, don't think twice, buy it.
Desk Dock
I wasn't sure how they were going to deal with the "chin" on the bottom of the phone. Basically, the dock doesn't have any front-to-back support for the phone... it's not a "slot". However, there is some friction so the phone doesn't flop around. That said, don't be tossing it around with the phone in it, as you'll risk breaking off the USB port that the phone is docked to.
Otherwise, it's great. It doesn't have an active speaker (like some pics show), but a little duct so the phone's sound can get out.
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How do you like it so far?

Add me to the list of satisfied customers for the car dock. As soon as you plug in the USB port, it goes to Car mode (VLingo leaves a little bit to be desired though). The dock is a perfect fit for the phone (probably won't be able to use a case with it though) and seems to be of good quality. Very sturdy.

wtang said:
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+ 1 and/or a video ?

I have both of these as well. The car dock is a VERY tight fit. So tight that sometimes I can't get the phone out of it without hitting one of the buttons. I don't like that for some reason when the dock is connected and an aux cable is used sound does not automatically rout to the car speakers and instead still tries to go through the phone speaker. Is that normal??
The desktop dock I love. The USB port has just a little bit of give so that I can pull the phone out from the front without using the sides of the phone and hitting a volume button or unlock button.

are you talking about this one?
[REVIEW] OEM SGS2 T989 Spare Battery Charging System & Phone Stand
some photos might help
mangiant said:
Desk Dock
I wasn't sure how they were going to deal with the "chin" on the bottom of the phone. Basically, the dock doesn't have any front-to-back support for the phone... it's not a "slot". However, there is some friction so the phone doesn't flop around. That said, don't be tossing it around with the phone in it, as you'll risk breaking off the USB port that the phone is docked to.
Otherwise, it's great. It doesn't have an active speaker (like some pics show), but a little duct so the phone's sound can get out.
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Yeah thats a good point AllGamer. I was talking about the full desktop dock.
http://www.t-mobile.com/shop/AddOns/Accessories/AccessoryDetailPopUp.aspx?accessory=9af5fe3e-6380-4105-8ec1-3d7c16d3d19c&inCart=True&catCode=22

I bought the multimedia desktop dock about a month ago at the T-Mobile store for $50.00+tax. Looks like you got a better deal online. To tell you the truth, I'm not that impressed with it. I think i bought it because I had just got the Hercules and I wanted all the cool accessories to be even cooler. Lol. Its basically a very expensive phone charger. Just my thoughts, don't let my opinion change your mind. I actually put it on Craigslist yesterday for $30.00. Lol...
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rickm8384 said:
Yeah thats a good point AllGamer. I was talking about the full desktop dock.
http://www.t-mobile.com/shop/AddOns/Accessories/AccessoryDetailPopUp.aspx?accessory=9af5fe3e-6380-4105-8ec1-3d7c16d3d19c&inCart=True&catCode=22
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ahh, see now we are getting some where
that's definitely a good one, but it wont fit with the D3O case or anything thicker than a thin skin

rickm8384 said:
I have both of these as well. The car dock is a VERY tight fit. So tight that sometimes I can't get the phone out of it without hitting one of the buttons. I don't like that for some reason when the dock is connected and an aux cable is used sound does not automatically rout to the car speakers and instead still tries to go through the phone speaker. Is that normal??
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Agreed an the tight fit. I'm always hitting buttons when taking the phone out of the dock. For your speaker issue, check off the box for audio output mode in the dock settings .
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JPinAZ said:
Agreed an the tight fit. I'm always hitting buttons when taking the phone out of the dock. For your speaker issue, check off the box for audio output mode in the dock settings .
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I knew it had to be something simple like that! Thank you kind sir. You are a gentleman and a scholar.
Will this output music and sound from ANY app or only native apps (e.g. Sammsung stock music app vs. Google Music app)

AllGamer said:
ahh, see now we are getting some where
that's definitely a good one, but it wont fit with the D3O case or anything thicker than a thin skin
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What thin skin will it fit? I have one and am just waiting to find a skin that will work with it
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juntjoo said:
What thin skin will it fit? I have one and am just waiting to find a skin that will work with it
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LOL exactly that just that
either fashion skins http://www.skinit.com/devices/phone
or those "indestructible" skins from Zagg

rickm8384 said:
Will this output music and sound from ANY app or only native apps (e.g. Sammsung stock music app vs. Google Music app)
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I'm sure you've figured it out by now, but for others it will output sound from anything. Notifications are still through the phone. I thought I saw a setting to change that somewhere but I can't find it now.
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eMace said:
Add me to the list of satisfied customers for the car dock. As soon as you plug in the USB port, it goes to Car mode (VLingo leaves a little bit to be desired though). The dock is a perfect fit for the phone (probably won't be able to use a case with it though) and seems to be of good quality. Very sturdy.
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How does it automatically go into car dock mode? There isn't a magnet or anything in the dock that trips a sensor is there? I'm assuming that is a software setting?
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egrims said:
How does it automatically go into car dock mode? There isn't a magnet or anything in the dock that trips a sensor is there? I'm assuming that is a software setting?
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Not sure. There's a docking part of the mount that slides into the phone's microUSB. Could be a magnet. I don't think it's solely software, because you put any other microUSB into the phone and it won't go into car mode.

eMace said:
Not sure. There's a docking part of the mount that slides into the phone's microUSB. Could be a magnet. I don't think it's solely software, because you put any other microUSB into the phone and it won't go into car mode.
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This "car mode" you speak of is using the stock launcher I presume which doesn't go into landscape mode without it(car mode). if I'm correct, do any of you know how to unleash landscape mode without activating car mode? I'm using go launcher because it's the fastest launcher I've found that has landscape mode but I'm wondering if the stock launcher is faster.
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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.

Best Car Dock for LTE Nexus with Case and Extended Battery?

I'd prefer something windshield mounted. If I'm not getting the 3-pin version, I don't see why I should have to remove my case for the car dock, so I'd like one of those generic car mounts.
I have no experience with them though. What's the best one? Any recommendations?

check out Ram Mounts. google it
They are the most sturdy, but can be expensive.
i use the X mount one with my gnex and its awesome.

FYI I saw someone mention using the standard Garmin nuvi suction cup mount, with a GN in a case it does seem to fit.
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i have the european dock (3 pins present) and very firm. Little tight but other than that holds it very well

Javillanueva67 said:
i have the european dock (3 pins present) and very firm. Little tight but other than that holds it very well
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This thread is about the verizon nexus. You say you have the european samsung dock with the pogo pins and the verizon phone fits in it?
If so, do the pins line up and work to put in in car mode?

I ordered the VZW/LTE specific version of the car dock from mycellworld.com. its supposedly legit in that it has the 3 pins and is definitely for the LTE handset. its on back order, supposed to ship next week. will review as soon as it shows up.
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p.s. I have the extended OEM battery and I also have the generic car dock (no 3 pins) and it fits no problem.
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I know you said you prefer windshield mounted but I just bought the Tetrax FIXWAY mount and I love it. There is a large thread on it with lots of pics/videos. That thread is one of the reasons I bought it.
I too was looking for a car mount to be used with a case and an extended battery. I was just going to use a generic one off of amazon that was like a clamp style. Even though the Tetrax doesn't suction cup to the windshield, I think it is worth you looking at if you haven't already.
I mounted mine onto my dash and think it works perfectly. It doesn't obstruct my view at all and its is just a quick glance down to check navigation/music.
The phone is really quick to just 'snap' it in place. The only downside to me is that you have to manually plug in the power and aux cords but I don't even see this as a true downside since you will have to do this with any generic mount you would need in order to keep the case on.
If you are interested and would like me to take any additional pictures for you just let me know and I would be happy to do what I can

ProClip adjustable width mount is what I'd recommend

bpowder1966 said:
check out Ram Mounts. google it
They are the most sturdy, but can be expensive.
i use the X mount one with my gnex and its awesome.
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I ordered the X-grip mount with a medium size arm and the adhesive rubber ball base(I plan on keeping my car until its run into the ground) on January 11th.
Soon after ordering they informed me that the base wasn't in stock but it would ship out in 1-2 weeks. 2 weeks past with no word, then he said it would ship out at the end of the week. Still no shipping
I figured CS people would know not to give unrealistic ETA dates(especially when ram-mount makes the damn things themselves), especially over and over again, stringing the customer along...

rickt said:
I ordered the VZW/LTE specific version of the car dock from mycellworld.com. its supposedly legit in that it has the 3 pins and is definitely for the LTE handset. its on back order, supposed to ship next week. will review as soon as it shows up.
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Let us know when you get it because I read a lot on the thread about the 3-pin that some people got burned by claims of the docks having 3 pin connection when they actually didn't. Keep us updated!

bpowder1966 said:
check out Ram Mounts. google it
They are the most sturdy, but can be expensive.
i use the X mount one with my gnex and its awesome.
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Can it swivel to horizontal mode? Currently, this one seems to be the best.
jcwarren217 said:
I know you said you prefer windshield mounted but I just bought the Tetrax FIXWAY mount and I love it. There is a large thread on it with lots of pics/videos. That thread is one of the reasons I bought it.
I too was looking for a car mount to be used with a case and an extended battery. I was just going to use a generic one off of amazon that was like a clamp style. Even though the Tetrax doesn't suction cup to the windshield, I think it is worth you looking at if you haven't already.
I mounted mine onto my dash and think it works perfectly. It doesn't obstruct my view at all and its is just a quick glance down to check navigation/music.
The phone is really quick to just 'snap' it in place. The only downside to me is that you have to manually plug in the power and aux cords but I don't even see this as a true downside since you will have to do this with any generic mount you would need in order to keep the case on.
If you are interested and would like me to take any additional pictures for you just let me know and I would be happy to do what I can
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I'm really tempted. Both options above are expensive. I was worried that the attachment thing might look like ****, but from the pictures in that thread, it doesn't look too bad. Same question though, can I turn it to landscape for Navigation? Also, how sturdy is the connection? Will it fall off as my car hits a bump or something?

acr89 said:
ProClip adjustable width mount is what I'd recommend
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+1 to ProClip! They have a mount that can adjust with different cases, and it's very sturdy. The one I have mounts to my vent though (I prefer this anyway since my windshield is so...sloped). They are kinda pricey also, but they don't look too bulky and are specifically made for your car model. I love mine.

Would like to bump this thread to see if anyone else had suggestions for good universal car mounts/docks that will work with a GNEX in a case.

Samcobra said:
I'd prefer something windshield mounted. If I'm not getting the 3-pin version, I don't see why I should have to remove my case for the car dock, so I'd like one of those generic car mounts.
I have no experience with them though. What's the best one? Any recommendations?
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try the iBolt pro dock alumina... this car dock works with just about any phone, and especially works great with the galaxy nexus.... this cardock allows you to place it on either the windshield, dashboard, or air vent since extra pins are supplied to place the dock there and theres no need to remove your case from your phone... which is a god send.. it only cost me about $35 on amazon, so i cant argue with the price... i have excellent photos of it, that i'll share as soon as i reach the 10 post mark, that allows me to attach files and externals link...

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i have excellent photos of it, that i'll share as soon as i reach the 10 post mark, that allows me to attach files and externals link...
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You're past 10 posts, pics please!

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.