One of the things I've been trying to do ever since my G1, is to get a nice car mount and then use apps like Tasker and Google's Car Home to fire up automatically when it's docked in phone mount.
Here's a picture of the final product. If you're interested at all in what all I did, or in springing for a mount from ProClipUSA you can read more about it on my blog; part one and part two
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Nice setup and thank you for the walkthrough. I like the "driving mode" you have for Google voice.
I really wish our volume rocker was higher.
Great idea! But to simplify things, why not just use an NFC tag programed to run the app of your choice and adjust any settings then stick that on the mount?
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elesbb said:
Great idea! But to simplify things, why not just use an NFC tag programed to run the app of your choice and adjust any settings then stick that on the mount?
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Originally that was exactly my intent. I wanted to show a very cool use for NFC by integrating it into my car dock. (I even blogged about that too ).
I couldn't exactly get NFC to work the way I wanted to. So far, there doesn't seem to be an event that I can trigger of for when an NFC tag is no longer in range. I believe it was possible to do what I wanted via NFC, but it would have wound up being a little more complicated than I wanted. Maybe as hardware and software improves, NFC will become more useful for things like this.
Those mounts are nice I guess but I got a suction cup one for $4 that works very well, the one you listed was around $65 for the two parts. My Bluetooth adapter was $15 and you spent $99. Seems kind of crazy man.
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Those mounts are nice I guess but I got a suction cup one for $4 that works very well, the one you listed was around $65 for the two parts. My Bluetooth adapter was $15 and you spent $99. Seems kind of crazy man.
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Yeah, I got a little spendy on the mount, I won't argue that. For what it's worth, my previous mount was the binder-clip mount that I talked about in the first article. That thing was great, but the vents in my "new" didn't work quite well and I wanted something with integrated power that didn't involve all sorts of power cords running across the dashboard.
For awhile, I actually toyed with the idea of disassembling a cigarette lighter power adapter and hard wiring it into the center console and then routing that cable up through car's ducting.
I'm pretty happy with what I got for the price, but the installation is really nice plus I can swap out the bits on the mount and use it to mount other devices too. I really liked that feature.
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I couldn't exactly get NFC to work the way I wanted to. So far, there doesn't seem to be an event that I can trigger of for when an NFC tag is no longer in range. I believe it was possible to do what I wanted via NFC, but it would have wound up being a little more complicated than I wanted. Maybe as hardware and software improves, NFC will become more useful for things like this.
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You could always have another one somewhere close to set it back. But I never even thought of a trigger after you remove the NFC tag. Thought it was implemented.
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You could always have another one somewhere close to set it back. But I never even thought of a trigger after you remove the NFC tag. Thought it was implemented.
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Yeah, I was pretty surprised when there wasn't a way for Tasker (or something else) to kick off an action when an NFC tag was no longer in range too. It seems like something that should be easily implemented down the road.
I thought about doing a 2nd NFC tag to clear it, but I didn't really want to have to touch my phone to something else every time I exited the car.
The closest I could think of, would be to create a Tasker Task to set a variable, use something like NFC Task Launcher to launch that task. And then to create a profile that says as long as the phone is powered, the variable is set then it's in the Car profile. Then, the exit actions for that profile would be to set the variable back to the original value.
Theoretically, that would accomplish something along the lines of what I wanted but it didn't seem like a better option than using Power + the Position Sensor.
Now on the off chance that I wind up having problems because there are other situations (other than driving) where I have the phone plugged into power and in that position, I may have to think of another scenario.
I'd probably just get a head unit with a USB port but like you mentioned it'd be super easier to hardwire an adapter into a 12v wire and put a USB port in the dash.
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....Now on the off chance that I wind up having problems because there are other situations (other than driving) where I have the phone plugged into power and in that position, I may have to think of another scenario.
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This is where i was thinking, cause i use my phone to stream videos when plugged in, and usually watch them full screen.
But i just watched a YouTube video demonstrating the NFC tags. And he had a profile for "Movie mode" and all he did to restore the other mode was tap the NFC tag again. So i wonder if there is a setting for like "restoring" what the NFC tag changed. What are you using to program the NFC tag? NFC Tasker from the market? I think if you use a PC reader/writer you have more functionality.
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This is where i was thinking, cause i use my phone to stream videos when plugged in, and usually watch them full screen.
But i just watched a YouTube video demonstrating the NFC tags. And he had a profile for "Movie mode" and all he did to restore the other mode was tap the NFC tag again. So i wonder if there is a setting for like "restoring" what the NFC tag changed. What are you using to program the NFC tag? NFC Tasker from the market? I think if you use a PC reader/writer you have more functionality.
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Yeah, in your situation I don't think my solution would work well. Unless you did something quirky like watched your movies with the USB port on the phone sticking out to the left and in the car dock have the USB port facing right (or vice versa)
The guy in the video tapped the same NFC tag again to revert his settings? I'd be interested to see how he did that if you've got the URL handy. Although I imagine that I'd have to un-dock the phone, re-dock it (to clear the car mode), and then un-dock it one more time, that's not nearly as convenient as it is right now.
To I've been using NFC Task Launcher and Tagstand Writer to read&write my different tags for use with Tasker. In my case, using NFC Task Launcher I was launching a particular Task configured in Tasker. NFC Task Launcher has a library of things it can do on it's own, but nothing quite like I knew I could do via Tasker.
I'm unsure of what actually gets written to the NFC tag, I think for the most time it's URIs. I'm quietly hoping that there's some really cool applications for NFC that just haven't been developed quite yet.
I'm not aware of any PC NFC reader/writer apps, but that's because I've just been using my phone to do it. If there's a more robust app out there, I'd be interested in checking it out and seeing what all I can do.
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was wondering if the keyboard doc is worth getting.. Pros/cons?
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was wondering if the keyboard doc is worth getting.. Pros/cons?
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Pros:
-It's a stand
-It's a keyboard
-It charges your Tab
Cons:
-Not that portable
-Can't use with a case on
-People say it messes up your screen protector
-Pricey
There are a lot of decent Bluetooth keyboards that work great with the 10.1. Pair one of these with a stand case and you can still come out cheaper than the dock alone.
best solution is to either wait for the Samsung Bluetooth Keyboard case [$160] (if you'd like to use the Honeycomb dedicated keys)
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or use another slim bluetooth keyboard like the Apple wireless Keyboard...
I've never used it, but if you do get it, save yourself 30% on Samsungs website with the coupon GOOGLEIO2011.
Does it always have to be docked or can it connect through bluetooth too?
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I've never used it, but if you do get it, save yourself 30% on Samsungs website with the coupon GOOGLEIO2011.
Does it always have to be docked or can it connect through bluetooth too?
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- have to be docked
- does NOt move/tilt (screen stay in one pre-defined angle)
- i saw someone say GOOGLE IO code does not work anymore... [edit: yep its gone, but SUMMER2011 gets you $10 off]
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- have to be docked
- does NOt move/tilt (screen stay in one pre-defined angle)
- i saw someone say GOOGLE IO code does not work anymore... [edit: yep its gone]
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Would this keyboard from the Xoom work?
http://www.amazon.com/Motorola-Wireless-Keyboard-Retail-Packaging/dp/B004L9MBH6
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Would this keyboard from the Xoom work?
http://www.amazon.com/Motorola-Wireless-Keyboard-Retail-Packaging/dp/B004L9MBH6
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yep i believe so since it uses bluetooth, the media keys might even work also since its designed for an Honeycomb device !
Saw a video on youtube ( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MRRBm6l9wNk ) where it does something very annoying. The on screen keyboard keeps popping up, and he had to hit a key on the keyboard to get rid of it.
yea, it might have been fixed with the Touchwizz update ?!
who knows
Check out galaxy tab 10.1 official demo 11:26
sorry, I cant post it but u guys know what it is.
looks like a laptop like case, similar to what asus transformer has except prob BT connection instead of docking station to me. anyone knows about that case?
I have the keyboard dock (I also have the standard dock). I really like it and definitely feel it is worth buying.
Pros:
1. Nice keyboard + dedicated keys. Quality feel.
2. Nice relatively small dock.
3. Nice color, tablet looks nice in dock.
4. Creates a compact, space efficient, one piece workstation with tablet.
5. Allows you to use the tablet without having to hold it!!!!! Very convenient ... allowing you to do other things while you are using the tablet.
6. I have a Supertooth Bluetooth speaker system linked up with my Tab and the dock is a nice way to have the tablet available while it is streaming content the the Supertooth.
Cons:
1. Occasionally tablet needs to be rebooted because of problem. This is not frequent enough to be a problem for me.
2. I haven't checked it yet, but there are reports that if you are using an alternative tablet keyboard conflicts can cause more problems. I have temporarily stopped using Swype and my T9 custom software keyboards.
Summary, a very nice option to own.
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Check out galaxy tab 10.1 official demo 11:26
sorry, I cant post it but u guys know what it is.
looks like a laptop like case, similar to what asus transformer has except prob BT connection instead of docking station to me. anyone knows about that case?
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did you just ignore post #3
its annoying for me since i own similar keyboard dock for my 7 tab.. and the on screen keyboard popping out all the time basically nullifies the advantages of the keyboard itself... and its quite heavy too.. i imagine its gonna be heavier on the 10.1 version.
anyway, aint worth it if you ask me.. and your stuck with the same layout too which is not optimized.. better buy bluetooth or just use the usb keyboard with the usb adapter.. much worthed i think.
Thanks for the reviews. I picked it up today. I haven't gotten to play on it much since I forgot to charge my tablet last night. I've still got to get my mouse to work with it. Doesn't seem to work with touchwiz.
I'm currently using a setup of Mac Bluetooth keyboard and the Akron tablet stand. I find this setup a lot better than the keyboard dock.
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I'm probably going to get a starter pack with 48, 144 and 1k byte sizes but I was wondering what sizes others are using. I'll probably be posting back in a week or so to report how much data my various tags use.
I'm really excited about how powerful NFC could be for making phones easier to use. My only concern is whether or not 48 and 144 byes is enough for some of the things I want to do.
I'm interesting in turning off/on WiFi and Bluetooth when entering/leaving my house. Same with for my car dock but with GPS/Bluetooth. I'll probably put one in my wallet to turn off GPS/Bluetooth/WiFi (as a simpler way to turn off battery wasting signals). I've no doubt that I'll look into other things such as web/app shortcuts and adding contact information. I"m just not sure how much data each tag would take.
Yeah where can I get 5 or more?
I need to be able to write/read. Variety of sizes is good too. Located in Canada.
I'll put one in my locker haha. Disable wifi and go to vibrate and silence all apps with a tap. Then I'll use my "Enable" card to tap for full volume everything and then enable ringer and wifi.
Agreed I'm planning on picking one up and would love to set up NFC tags for everywhere i regularly go
Mine should arrive tomorrow. I haven't decided what do with mine. I use llama for location based changes. I'll turn one into a contact to keep in my wallet for business card data exchange. That leaves 9 blanks. Hmmmm....
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What is that?
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144 bytes is probably enough for most things you'd want to do.
Looks like 144 will be enough for you.
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Wow.
Got the phone a couple days ago. I knew about nfc but wow, this is awesome!
Roll on payday!
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Looks like 144 will be enough for you.View attachment 856440
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Agreed. The only thing I've used the larger tags for was storing a vCard. And if you want to make your scripts even sorter, you can always use NFC to launch a Tasker task which can be as long and complex as you would like.
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What is that?
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I was wondering the same thing. I havent heard of these before... what can I do with them?
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I was wondering the same thing. I havent heard of these before... what can I do with them?
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If you take a look at my picture attached to my earlier post you'll see a list of activities (wifi on, bluetooth on, etc). Those are the things that the phone will do when you hold it near that specific tag. So if I put that tag just inside my door and scan it when I walk into the house the phone would turn on my wifi and bluetooth, check me in on latitude and turn my volume all the way up. You can also have a tag launch a Tasker task.
I've got a few 112byte tags from some ex-library books.
Ive got one as in leave/enter the house to turn off/on wifi. I Also have one on my nightstand to enable silent mode
112b is fine for what I need which is ideal
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If you take a look at my picture attached to my earlier post you'll see a list of activities (wifi on, bluetooth on, etc). Those are the things that the phone will do when you hold it near that specific tag. So if I put that tag just inside my door and scan it when I walk into the house the phone would turn on my wifi and bluetooth, check me in on latitude and turn my volume all the way up. You can also have a tag launch a Tasker task.
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omg that is the coolest thing ever! I gotta get me some of those. Thanks for the explanation.
Is there Cards & Stickers? or is it just different names on the same product?
Could someone point me to a card/sticker that works with our phones?
I have google it a bit but there seems to be many different types.
Cheers!
Idk about cards but that is one of my stickers next to a quarter for comparison.
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I think I am going to play around with this. already LOVE Google Wallet. I have three quick questions though.
1. Is it recommend/necessary to purchase pre-formatted tags to use with the Verizon LTE Galaxy Nexus? I have just switched to Gummy ROM based on 4.0.3 (I know need to update my signature). From what I have read 4.0.3 will support formatting, but is it just easier to purchase pre-formatted tags? Better question: Is there a down side to buying pre-formatted tags?
2. Which app would you recommend to program the tags with?
3. Anyone know a reputable supplier of NFC tags for someone in the U.S.?
I appreciate any advice.
1. The tags I've bought are off of eBay some china seller. They are pre-formatted as NDEF no downside that I can see as they work perfectly
2. I use NFC Task Launcher from the market it works great. Also the NXP apps are good.
3. Everyone seems to say that tag stand.com are good I've never used them as I'm from the UK
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I was wondering the same thing. I havent heard of these before... what can I do with them?
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Check out the thread here to see some of the hype. There is a cool program that lets you do all kind of neat things with tags.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1359057
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I think I am going to play around with this. already LOVE Google Wallet. I have three quick questions though.
1. Is it recommend/necessary to purchase pre-formatted tags to use with the Verizon LTE Galaxy Nexus? I have just switched to Gummy ROM based on 4.0.3 (I know need to update my signature). From what I have read 4.0.3 will support formatting, but is it just easier to purchase pre-formatted tags? Better question: Is there a down side to buying pre-formatted tags?
2. Which app would you recommend to program the tags with?
3. Anyone know a reputable supplier of NFC tags for someone in the U.S.?
I appreciate any advice.
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1. 4.0.2 and earlier had a bug where they couldn't format tags. Apparently that has been fixed in 4.0.3. I got mine preformatted. the place did it for free.
2. I used NFC task launcher. The free full version posted by the developer is in a thread around here somewhere. It is also on the market for a couple of bucks.
3. I got mine from these guys located in Florida. They shipped fast and used Google Checkout so I didn't have to give them my cc number.
Just ordered some from tagstand.com
I didn't get pre formatted, but they were cheap... I will update when I get them
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I'm really new to nfc, never used it before. I know Samsung released their version of nfc tags called Tectiles but I think they are too over priced for some stickers. I was wondering what size of nfc tags are good to buy and from where do you guys buy your nfc tags for cheap?
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i would like to second this
Good question if anyone has any experience with NFC and the tectiles please help us out
I've done a little researching on this topic.
The Samsung TecTiles contain a Type 1 MIFARE chip with 1KB of memory.
The Galaxy S3 supports Types 1, 2, 3, and 4.
Type 4 NFC tags are capable of 2KB of memory.
I've found the Type 4 (MIFARE Desfire EV1 2K chip) here:
http://www.identivenfc.com/nfc-tags/google-nfc-tags-type4.htm
Type 1 NFC tags can be found here:
http://www.tagsforandroid.com/tags/Home.html
Beware, cause not all Type 1 NFC tags contain 1KB of memory.
+1 for tagsfordroid
and you get a free nfc keychain with your purchase!
FYI - Here's another thread discussing tectiles and generic nfc tags... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1749028
Is 1kb enough for let's say doing 3 things like turning blue tooth gps and navigation on? Or is 2kb type four needed for that? I'll check tags for DROID out. Btw what do u use the nfc key chain for?
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Is 1kb enough for let's say doing 3 things like turning blue tooth gps and navigation on? Or is 2kb type four needed for that? I'll check tags for DROID out. Btw what do u use the nfc key chain for?
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I'm not sure yet how much can fit on the 1K tags, I don't have my S3 yet.
For the price at tags4droid, I went with those to play around with them and see what I can do with them.
The keychain could be used to toggle on/off a car mode (wifi off, gps on, bluetooth on if you have ford sync or similar etc...)
I've bought from tagsfordroid.com and use them with my work phone (HTC One X) at work and at home. I have a tag that silences the phone when I walk into a meeting and one at my desk that turns on wi-fi, bluetooth, starts SiriusXM and sets the volume to a specified level.
I use an app from the Google Market (I can't call it Play - it sounds too stupid) called NFC Task Launcher to program my tags. It's easy and the tags are rewrite-able so you can try out some tasks before settling on them.
I did a good bit of research before buying NFC chips. At $3 a piece, Samsung TecTiles are just 1k Mifare chips that they've branded for Samsung. The tagsfordroids are the same thing with a different sticker. I ended up getting 4k chips from Amazon (www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B006K3XWLK/ref=mp_s_a_1?pi=SL75&qid=1348809340&sr=8-1) for less than either of the other guys are selling them.
I'm using one at work to toggle wifi on, bluetooth & gps off, vibrate mode, and all volumes down. Since NFC is relatively new I'm sure more technology will be introduced that requires maximum space to take full advantage of it.
Hope this helps someone.
Here's a couple articles on Rootzwiki about NFC tags/apps. Watching the videos made me want to purchase NFC tags cuz they seem useful:
http://rootzwiki.com/news/_/articles/reviews/nfc-android-things-to-know-r1122
http://rootzwiki.com/news/_/articles/reviews/rapidnfc-tags-tags-and-more-tags-r1124
http://rootzwiki.com/news/_/articles/tagstand-nfc-tags-applications-r1123
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Here's a couple articles on Rootzwiki about NFC tags/apps. Watching the videos made me want to purchase NFC tags cuz they seem useful:
http://rootzwiki.com/news/_/articles/reviews/nfc-android-things-to-know-r1122
http://rootzwiki.com/news/_/articles/reviews/rapidnfc-tags-tags-and-more-tags-r1124
http://rootzwiki.com/news/_/articles/tagstand-nfc-tags-applications-r1123
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I watched all these videos, thanks. The general census seems to be that 144 bytes is enough storage, according to these guys. Looks like the 5 tags I bought for about $11 (after shipping) is more than enough.
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The reason I opted for the most possible memory is because the task I use daily is a "switch" (changes my settings one way, then changes them all the opposite on the next swipe). Just one of the tasks in this switch is 111 bytes so 144 wouldn't cut it for me:
I'm hoping in the future that these chips will be capable of sharing content. Instead of linking websites and changing settings (which is super cool), actually store pictures, music, files, and upload to thr devices on a swipe. Just a thought, it might not be possible. In any case, I think I'm future proofed af least for a short while LOL.
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I watched all these videos, thanks. The general census seems to be that 144 bytes is enough storage, according to these guys. Looks like the 5 tags I bought for about $11 (after shipping) is more than enough.
The reason I opted for the most possible memory is because the task I use daily is a "switch" (changes my settings one way, then changes them all the opposite on the next swipe). Just one of the tasks in this switch is 111 bytes so 144 wouldn't cut it for me:
I'm hoping in the future that these chips will be capable of sharing content. Instead of linking websites and changing settings (which is super cool), actually store pictures, music, files, and upload to thr devices on a swipe. Just a thought, it might not be possible. In any case, I think I'm future proofed af least for a short while LOL.
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Hi, can you give a link to the tags that you`ve bought? I mean that 4k tags
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Hi, can you give a link to the tags that you`ve bought? I mean that 4k tags
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I bought those a long time ago. I honestly don't know if I could ever find them again. Try searching MiFare 4K tags.
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Andy's Tags are great and reasonably priced!
http://www.andytags.com/
HI all, following the success of my Note 2 Origami Wireless charging mod here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1986016
I now present to you the Origami Wireless Charging mod for the Galaxy S3
The technique is very simple and you only need a Palm Pre wireless receiver and copper tape.
The instructions are similar to for the NOte 2, just look at the above link. The only difference is the alignment of the contacts.
I should not have to elaborate on this as the pictures will show you what I mean.
I am currently using a Spigen SGP Ultra bumper case with this mod without problem.
This mod charges the GS3 around 16% to 17% per hour it is quicker than that on the NOte 2
NFC function is NOT affected as far as I can tell.
Here are a few pics:
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This is how it looks like with just an original Samsung TPU case....
Well, that certainly looks a lot neater than the mess I've got back there.
Were you able to test the Freq of the Magnetic field while charging to see how much of the field is effected by the exposed Copper trailing off from the Coiled Copper in the protective sleeve, make sure the induction wasn't attracted to exposed copper and run that path, maybe bypassing the circuit board in the black sleeve with the Coil....How the Induction is created is the Receive and Transmitting Copper coils have to be of equal size etc....
I tried this tto, and it was a mess. Drained the battery overnight. Musta done something wrong and am going to have to try again someday...
I haven't done this myself, but it seems like you probably have contacts touching each other where it isn't supposed to. make sure none of the copper tapes are touching
HI all, I have tested NFC and I can confirm it blocks NFC, this may be due to the NFC antenna is in the battery and the wireless receiver sits on top of the battery.
Not entirely a loss to me because I can still send files via direct WiFi.
has anyone done this yet ???
Im going to attempt doing this whenever I get a chance. It doesn't look difficult at all and truthfully I could care less about doing NFC when I can easily take the back cover off and still transfer files via NFC regardless.
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HI all, I have tested NFC and I can confirm it blocks NFC, this may be due to the NFC antenna is in the battery and the wireless receiver sits on top of the battery.
Not entirely a loss to me because I can still send files via direct WiFi.
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I am not sure what method you used but I have done this on two devices and both have kept nfc functionality.
Judman said:
I am not sure what method you used but I have done this on two devices and both have kept nfc functionality.
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This actually depends on where you put the coil. I think the nfc antenna is around top half of phone. Easiest way to test is by using nfc tags or a pay pass credit card to help placement of coil height/location.
PatcheZ said:
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This actually depends on where you put the coil. I think the nfc antenna is around top half of phone. Easiest way to test is by using nfc tags or a pay pass credit card to help placement of coil height/location.
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I placed mine smack in the the middle on the phone so it would be centered in landscape and portrait and have had no NFC issues.
Any reason why this wouldn't work with an AOSP ROM. I tried this and got nothing but it could very well need to be redone.
there is no reason this mod will not work on aosp.
check what you did. you probably missed a step or wired it incorrectly.
Figured it out, needed to roll some electrical tape to keep the copper on the contacts.
hi,
i did this mod to my unrooted stock s3.
It works, when i place it on the charger, i got a "bong" and it fharges. But theres no wireless notification.
any idea why?
asmd6230 said:
hi,
i did this mod to my unrooted stock s3.
It works, when i place it on the charger, i got a "bong" and it fharges. But theres no wireless notification.
any idea why?
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sorry no clue, but hopefully someone whoi knows more than myself will chime in... does it charge though?
If it is indeed charging then I wouldn't complain at all. I wish I didn't get the pop up saying it's connected to a wireless charging device.
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you should be able to go into your system/media/ folder and replace the connect sound with a blank sound if you want to remove the charging sound.
the pop up is part of samsung's os.. but it just goes away after a few seconds, so i dont have any issues with it. I usually drop mine off onto the charger and go to sleep.
I modded my S3 too, finally it is working.
How fast are your charging-speeds?
mine is increadably bad..
When I keep on the screen, it does not really charge, screen-off it charges, but very slow..
I assume this works with any cyanogenmod/ASOP rom, correct?
If you're getting this phone or thinking about it and have doubts because of no sd slot this is the answer. Support these guys and get your micro sd card back!
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/andyfei/mini-microsd-reader-for-android-smartphones-and-ta
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IMO, this is definitely cool but more novelty than useful. I haven't rooted my GNote 10.1 yet but I have noticed that I cannot move my apps to the SD card. Since both this and my One will be on Jelly Bean, I suspect to encounter the same roadblock. Maybe I'm a minimalist and don't really recognize it, but I don't like the idea of having to add that to my keyring.
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I see its usefulness in loading up an SD card with a couple movies or tv shows - watching them and then replacing them with others. Keeps the content off the device and can load up to 64gb of content without touching the phones storage. pretty neat!
I like it because I have over half of my 64gb card filled with music and even though I do have it uploaded to Google music I use neutron to play it and right now there's no way to stream it to neutron
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There was already thread on this in general section. Few of us have contributed so should get it in July.
Just contributed. I like to do my TiBu backups to SDcard among other things.
DiggerG said:
Just contributed. I like to do my TiBu backups to SDcard among other things.
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Cool, reached the second stretch goal.
OK10 said:
cool, it is useful. because i have the same question
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Sure.
I hope one of the big boys electronic companies don't steal his ideas. I'm sure they can have a similar product out in two seconds flat.
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What similar product?
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Just backed $12 is not a bad price including delivery
fazzxx said:
Just backed $12 is not a bad price including delivery
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Same here just backed them up since I bought my HTC One 2 days ago. With 32GB the phone should have enough for everything and then when I want to watch some videos I can just plug in my Microsdcard 32GB from my old Captivate Glide and have access to all my Videos. I must say I really like the idea.
I really don't like it. It looks atrocious and leaves itself open to be broken very easily. Why can't they just make a smaller connection and have a cable that wrap around to the back of the device which then connects to what we already have available in flash drives?
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This is a really rough sketch, but what you have here is the smallest connection possible (Very little sticks out) and a flat cable then wraps around to the other side of the device to the the actual flash memory module or whatever. It could be anything like a card reader or even what is found on the inside of a flash drive. (Which is already really small) The housing containing this could have an adhesive side so it can stick to the device. There are adhesives that basically don't lose their stickiness so you can remove it when you're done and reattach it when you want to.
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I really don't like it. It looks atrocious and leaves itself open to be broken very easily. Why can't they just make a smaller connection and have a cable that wrap around to the back of the device which then connects to what we already have available in flash drives?
This is a really rough sketch, but what you have here is the smallest connection possible (Very little sticks out) and a flat cable then wraps around to the other side of the device to the the actual flash memory module or whatever. It could be anything like a card reader or even what is found on the inside of a flash drive. (Which is already really small) The housing containing this could have an adhesive side so it can stick to the device. There are adhesives that basically don't lose their stickiness so you can remove it when you're done and reattach it when you want to.
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You do realize you can buy the device then simply use a cable extension to place it on the rear. If the cable does not exist you can simply make an extension yourself or simply use adapters to get the required connections needed.
very nice idea
tkoreaper said:
I really don't like it. It looks atrocious and leaves itself open to be broken very easily. Why can't they just make a smaller connection and have a cable that wrap around to the back of the device which then connects to what we already have available in flash drives?
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Even if that were physically possible, the phone will power the OTG card reader for as long as it's plugged in. Not only would your phone never go into deep sleep, it would keep the 5V boost converter turned on indefinitely. The battery life on that setup would suck.
The product being Kickstarted seems to be meant for swapping files into/out of onboard flash or being actively used (watching movies, torrenting from public wifi, etc)
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Even if that were physically possible, the phone will power the OTG card reader for as long as it's plugged in. Not only would your phone never go into deep sleep, it would keep the 5V boost converter turned on indefinitely. The battery life on that setup would suck.
The product being Kickstarted seems to be meant for swapping files into/out of onboard flash or being actively used (watching movies, torrenting from public wifi, etc)
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I don't know where I went wrong, but you're confused about my idea. It is essentially the SAME THING as the kickstarter device... Only difference is the way it looks. Instead of plugging in a device which then hangs directly out of the port you have something that sticks out only a faction of the other device which then sticks on the backside of the device... It is out of your way and less likely to get damaged.
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I don't know where I went wrong, but you're confused about my idea. It is essentially the SAME THING as the kickstarter device... Only difference is the way it looks. Instead of plugging in a device which then hangs directly out of the port you have something that sticks out only a faction of the other device which then sticks on the backside of the device... It is out of your way and less likely to get damaged.
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Of course it's just like the Kickstarter device. You wouldn't want to leave it plugged in all the time either.
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Of course it's just like the Kickstarter device. You wouldn't want to leave it plugged in all the time either.
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I'm aware, but I'm confused why it was even mentioned. Nothing I said insinuated that that device was going to be there semi-permanently. The only thing the market offers now is either a dongle or a device like this kickstarter one. The KS device is moving in the right direction, but having a device protrude out of a fragile connection bothers me. My idea helps to fix this issue.
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I'm aware, but I'm confused why it was even mentioned. Nothing I said insinuated that that device was going to be there semi-permanently. The only thing the market offers now is either a dongle or a device like this kickstarter one. The KS device is moving in the right direction, but having a device protrude out of a fragile connection bothers me. My idea helps to fix this issue.
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Then you should go make one and create a project on Kickstarter!
Personally, I like the accessibility of this device. It works much like a current USB flash drive. Plug in to xfer files and then remove.
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