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Hey,
has anybody already tried out the docking station?
Is it possible to fit the Note including a flip case into the station?
Does the station have an audio/video out or is it only for charging?
wasabah said:
Hey,
has anybody already tried out the docking station?
Is it possible to fit the Note including a flip case into the station?
Does the station have an audio/video out or is it only for charging?
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Sorry... docking station ? More details please?.
It has a speaker out port, but sadly is not compatible with the flip case; too much extra bulk around the side and back. Very nice if you don't use the flip case, though, the Note slips easily into the dock, and it looks elegant.
ianjd said:
It has a speaker out port, but sadly is not compatible with the flip case; too much extra bulk around the side and back. Very nice if you don't use the flip case, though, the Note slips easily into the dock, and it looks elegant.
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According to this video starting at the 10 sec mark; it fits fine with the flip cover.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOlJbJnvpfw
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According to this video starting at the 10 sec mark; it fits fine with the flip cover.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOlJbJnvpfw
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Wow, that docking is pretty nice. It looks like the leather flip cover will still work with it. Now the questions is where can I get one.
i received it today, its nice and much easy to put and pull the phone. in the box there is only the dock, they dont add nothing else. u can turn it landscape (with the phone docked). 49€ with shipping, in italy, expensive...
00roberto00 said:
i received it today, its nice and much easy to put and pull the phone. in the box there is only the dock, they dont add nothing else. u can turn it landscape (with the phone docked). 49€ with shipping, in italy, expensive...
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But there is a charging cable included? Or do I have to use the one that I already have?
34 Euro is the cheapest I could find here in Germany.. still very expensive @[email protected]
I wouldn't say it fits fine with the flip case; because of the extra bulk on the side, some pressure is required to jam it in, and because of the extra bulk on the back, the Note has to be tilted forward to mate with the USB connector, and you can't just drop it into the dock. You can make it work, but it's really not comfortable, and I'd be worried about damaging the connector. If they showed someone dropping it into the dock on the video, it would not look quite such a good combination.
That Dock would be just perfect if it came with an external battery fitted within it to be used as a stand while away from a power source.
Might still get one though.
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According to this video starting at the 10 sec mark; it fits fine with the flip cover.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOlJbJnvpfw
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Is that a BROWN flip case???? I thought they all Black?
Here are some nice pictures by a German fellow:
http://www.android-hilfe.de/zubehoer-fuer-samsung-galaxy-note/162759-dockingstation-fuer-samsung-galaxy-note.html#post2238012
The official dock does not seem to allow use of an MHL adaptor on the back of the dock. Power still goes to the Note but no HDMI output. Tried several times, even tried internal/external speakers settings in "Dock" but no difference - still no video.
Can anyone else confirm?
PS. The dock does not come with a power supply, you just use you existing PSU/lead.
ianjd said:
I wouldn't say it fits fine with the flip case; because of the extra bulk on the side, some pressure is required to jam it in, and because of the extra bulk on the back, the Note has to be tilted forward to mate with the USB connector, and you can't just drop it into the dock. You can make it work, but it's really not comfortable, and I'd be worried about damaging the connector. If they showed someone dropping it into the dock on the video, it would not look quite such a good combination.
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Have you actually experienced this, or are you speculating? I don't believe the Samsung flip case adds any extra bulk at the back, as it replaces the original back cover.
Loftus said:
Have you actually experienced this, or are you speculating? I don't believe the Samsung flip case adds any extra bulk at the back, as it replaces the original back cover.
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I have the cover and dock. I watched the video and though the Note did fit in the dock with the cover and ordered both, but it doesn't.
One the left side the back cover is thicker to allow room for the leather flap. You can still use the dock by titling the phone forward at the top but the the only thing supporting the phone is the dock connector.
Once I get a screen protector I'll remove the cover as I'd like to use the dock and it will be easier to use with my car dock.
The case does make holding the phone easier and it feels more secure in your hand.
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Loftus said:
Have you actually experienced this, or are you speculating? I don't believe the Samsung flip case adds any extra bulk at the back, as it replaces the original back cover.
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Yes, I have. The back is more substantial than the rather flimsy original battery cover, making e.g., the camera more recessed, and the extra width of the flap doesn't help the device slide down, either.
So is the dock useless if you have the flip cover-case on? Or can you use the dock, although the phone doesn´t fit "perfectly"? I´m considering getting both accessories, but am a bit confused.
wasabah said:
But there is a charging cable included? Or do I have to use the one that I already have?
34 Euro is the cheapest I could find here in Germany.. still very expensive @[email protected]
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not any charging cable or anything else than the pure dock.
but the charging cable is standard USB-microUSB
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htc6500uk said:
The official dock does not seem to allow use of an MHL adaptor on the back of the dock. Power still goes to the Note but no HDMI output. Tried several times, even tried internal/external speakers settings in "Dock" but no difference - still no video.
Can anyone else confirm?
PS. The dock does not come with a power supply, you just use you existing PSU/lead.
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does it works without the dock? i cant see nothing on my monitor, with or without the dock.
information from Clove UK on acessories
Samsung Galaxy Note Accessories–Now available to order
Friday, November 11, 2011
If you are one of the owners of the new Samsung Galaxy Note, you can now order some accessories for delivery by the end of the month.
Available for order now are the desktop dock, car kit, MHL/HDMI adapter and stylus holder kit.
Samsung Galaxy Note MHL/HDMI Adaptor:
http://www.clove.co.uk/samsung-galaxy-note-mhlhdmi-adaptor
Samsung Galaxy Note Vehicle Dock: http://www.clove.co.uk/samsung-galaxy-note-official-vehicle-dock
Samsung Galaxy Note Desktop Dock:
http://www.clove.co.uk/samsung-galaxy-note-official-desktop-dock
I wouldn't use them together. It's a really tight fit because of the flip on the left, so doesn't slide down as easily as the naked Note, and needs to be jammed in. Because of the thicker battery cover, when the microUSB connector is mated, the Note is tilted forward, putting stress on the connector.
Sebring5 said:
Samsung Galaxy Note Accessories–Now available to order
Friday, November 11, 2011
If you are one of the owners of the new Samsung Galaxy Note, you can now order some accessories for delivery by the end of the month.
Available for order now are the desktop dock, car kit, MHL/HDMI adapter and stylus holder kit.
Samsung Galaxy Note MHL/HDMI Adaptor:
http://www.clove.co.uk/samsung-galaxy-note-mhlhdmi-adaptor
Samsung Galaxy Note Vehicle Dock: http://www.clove.co.uk/samsung-galaxy-note-official-vehicle-dock
Samsung Galaxy Note Desktop Dock:
http://www.clove.co.uk/samsung-galaxy-note-official-desktop-dock
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Handtec.co.uk is a lot cheaper on all the Note accessories.
This thread is intended to gather and organize the docks, chargers, and other accessories we have built for the Galaxy Nexus. (Sorry, but I got tired of digging through the "Der, which case shud I get, yo?" trash threads). Some of were frustrated with a lack of proper manufactured accessories, others love to tinker. Whatever the cause, I hope it serves as inspiration to others. I will try to keep it updated, but feel free to post any I missed. Here we go....
Update: adding some off site projects and resources (droid life, droid forums, gnex forums, rootzwiki...)
Update: added descriptions and compatibilities
Tinker Lab
Pogo Electronics Thread / Arduino Thread Working middle pin handshaking circuit!
Open Accesory Demokit Arduino (Video)
Pogo material thread (reference)
Samsung desktop dock internals (reference)
Speaker Box Dock not Gnex but good info
Official car dock internals (reference)
Official desk dock internals (reference)
Accessory Developer Kit Hardware
Complete dissasembly (pics)(tools)(ifixit)
Micro USB Breakout prototyping board (pics)(order link) New!
Charging via OTG project (1) (In progress) New!
Dissasembly Videos (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) New!
Inductive Charging
Touchstone Mod Internal (Compatibility: All)(Link to Android Central instructions )
Touchstone Mod External (Video)(Pics)(Compatibility: All)(Link to Android Central instructions )
Touchstone Mod External (Link to Chinese pics and instructions)
Touchstone in an Otterbox (Pics)(Parts list)(Compatibility: All)
Touchstone in SGP Neo (Video)(Pics)(Compatibility: All)
DIY inductive coil (Chinese)(Pics)
CNC Machined Touchstone car dock (Pics)
Pocketables guide (Pics)(Steps)(Compatibility)
Touchstone hidden wire instructable New!
Pogo Car Docks
Verizon Dumb Dock + Pogo (Pics)(Instructions)(Parts list)(Compatibility: CDMA)
3D Printed Car Dock (Pics)(Compatibility: CDMA)
SD Card reader prongs + universal holder (Pics)(Video)(Parts list)(Compatibility: All)
Modified Verizon Dock (Pics)(Compatibility: CDMA)
Micro USB Car Docks
Portrait Desktop Dock Car Conversion(Pic)(Compatibility: GSM)(Droid Forums)
Hammer forged Steel Portrait Cradle (Pics)(Parts and Steps)
Pogo Desk Docks
Any Case Adjustable Desk Dock (Pics)(Plans)(Compatibility: All)
Chopper's Desk Dock (Pics)(Compatibility: All)
Mach 3.2 Desk Dock (Pics)(Parts list)(Compatibility: All)
Lego Dock (Pics)(Compatibility: All)
Disc Dock (Pics)(Parts list)(Compatibility: All)
Landscape Wooden cradle with pogo (Pics)(Compatibility: All)
3D printed dock + battery charger (Pics)(Plans)(Compatibility: ?)
TV stand w/ glowing Nexus sign (Pics)(Plans)(Compatibility:All))
Wooden Desk Dock (Pics)(Compatibility: All)
Case + Board + LED (Pic)(Parts list)(Compatibility: ?)
Micro USB Desk Docks
Magnetic Base Stand (Now N7+Gnex!) (Video)(Pics)(Parts List)(Compatibility: All)Update!
Paper Stand (Pics)(Template)(Compatibility: All)
Fascinate Dock Mod (Pics)(Instructions)(Compatibility: CDMA)
Portrait wooden stand (Pics)(Compatibility: All)
DV casette case dock (Pics)(Compatibility: All)
OG droid dock conversion (Pics)(Instructions)(Compatibility: All)(Droid Forums)
Nexus S dock mod (Pics)(Instructions)(Compatibility: All)
Non Powered Stands
Landscape wooden stand (Pics)(Compatibility: All)
Credit card stand (Pics)(Compatibility: All)
Landscape Lego + NFC (Pics)(Compatibility: All)
Portrait Jig Cut Wood stand (Pics)(Compatibility: All)
Scraps (Pics)(Compatibility: All)
Car mount from Vibrant mount + Case (Pics)(Compatibility: All)
Bicycle mount (Scroll to post 10)(Pics)(Parts list) (Compatibility: All)
VZW Dumb dock + Universal clamp (Pic)(Compatibility: All)
Dashboard cubby spreader bar mount (Pics)(Instructions)(Parts list)(Compatibility: All)
Motorcycle Tank Mount (Video)(Compatibility: All)
Bike Mount (Pics) (Compatibilty: per case)
Handcarved WIP (Pics)
Lego Minimalist (Pics)(parts list) (Compatibility: All)
Picture Frame Kickstand (pics)(LOL) New!
Double Binder Clips (pics) New!
Nexus 7 + Gnex stand (Pics) New!
Peripherals
OTG Cable (Pics)(Instuctions)(on hold)
3.5mm Audio out to Ipod connector (Pics)(Instructions)
DIY double battery (Pics)(Instructions)
DIY double battery (Pics)(Instructions)
HUD Visor (Instructions)(Template)
Homemade game clip (Pics)
Game clip from binder clips (Pics) New!
Headset controls instructable New!
Mods to official accessories
Fit LTE into GSM car dock (Video)
Fit LTE into GSM desk dock (Pics)(Instructions)(Compatibility: CDMA)
Fix GSM car dock with wingnut (Pic)
Official car dock to AC vent mount (Video)(Compatibility: All)
GSM car dock easy fit (Video) New!
Tips ,Tricks, Ideas
Plastidip coating parts for grip, (1)
Painting your Gnex, (1) (2)
Fast charger D2-D3 mod, (1)
Prelaunch battery clamp camera rail rig(How not to hold your Gnex)
White Conversion (Pics)(Video)(Instructions)(Tools)
SGS3 frankendock New!
Brainstorming Links(1) [URL="http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Motorola-Droid-Multimedia-dock/"](2) [/URL](3) (4) (5) (6) (7)
Parts None of these suppliers are personally endorsed or recommended unless marked with a star (*)
http://cellphone-repair-shop.com/ GT-i9250, SCH-i515
https://www.wholesalegadgetparts.com/home.php GT-i9250, SCH-i515
http://www.globaldirectparts.com/ GT-i9250, SCH-i515, SPH-L700
http://www.parts4repair.com/ GT-i9250
If you have experience with any of these dealers, let me know so I can rank them!
Heh looks good!
Great idea, now it will be easier to follow some of these threads rather than looking for them all individually.
I don't think this warrants its own thread so I'll stick it in here.
I was tired of my VZW Gnex slipperiness (I came from a Droid1) and I stumbled across this youtube.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAmC-KYvqVs
I sprayed on a few clear coats of Plasti Dip on my battery cover and now it's really grippy. It also peels right off if I ever get tired of it.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000LNN11G/
I suppose we can start a tips & tricks section with that.
Updates....
Are there any accessories you would like to see, but don't exist, that idle hands could be working on, list them up here. Hopefully projects can collaborate and inspire one another.
Bump for coolness... Also pm'ing for a sticky.
good day.
Thank you, good Sir Chopper.
Updates and some reorganization. I also have some more of my own projects in the works...stay tuned.
Thread stuck at Step666's suggestion
kennyglass123 said:
Thread stuck at Step666's suggestion
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Awesome! Note to self, don't pm the mod I asked 3 1/2 days ago again
good day.
subvertz said:
Updates....
Are there any accessories you would like to see, but don't exist, that idle hands could be working on, list them up here. Hopefully projects can collaborate and inspire one another.
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I like the nice thread of all the stuff i might buy a car and desk dock
One thing i would like to work on is a case probaly an inexensive TPU case some how incorporate a fan in to it to keep the phone nice and cool when charging and working it to the bone.
I saw some special casing for a tablet that you can fit stuff into on youtube, maybe i could make my own.
I know there are usb powered fans like this and this. That's the easy part. The hard part will be making a heatsink for it to blow across. Just blowing on the back cover wont help much unless its a metal (thermally conductive) cover. But I'll roll it around my noggin' to see what I come up with...
OP here's a new USB charging dock llennium modified from the Nexus S desk dock.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=27756770#post27756770
Yupdates! A special one from me too!
I periodically seach for "Gnex + DIY" for new material for the workshop. Sometimes, I come across **** like http://www.ebay.com/itm/DIY-Bling-Diamond-Rabbit-Mirror-Hard-Case-Cover-Samsung-Galaxy-Nexus-i9250-/280915422107 . Thoughts?
That doesn't belong here
P.S. Great job on the thread :good:
This saved me hours of search. thanks!
I must say it's an honor to have my DIY dock included in this sticky. Thanks!
No prob. Without builders making the content, this would just be a catalog of....nuthin
As we all know the SGS3 is the same across the board physically and I set out to get some accessories day 1.
I'm with T-Mobile and they had some screen protectors the day I bought it and nothing else.
I then went to VZW and they only had some gloss purple cases and the multimedia dock. Got the multimedia dock.
I wanted a case with a kickstand so I then set off for AT&T and got the casemate (white/grey) with kickstand - fits pretty good. AT&T also had this screen protector that came in pebble blue and white - and its supposed to be bubble free and last the life of the phone (i-zig or something). Looked pretty slick on the Galaxy Note.
I haven't been to Sprint yet but plan to stop there soon.
So what have you found and bought?
Why are u buying accessories at the phone retail store?
Whatever u found at ATT retail store, you can found on amazon for half the price.
Just because, the fact that I can walk out and just get it when I want it makes it happen for some people.
Update!
So I was pleasently surprised when my phone with the Casemate case (from AT&T) on would fit into the multimedia dock from VZW. I was apprehensive at first due to my experiences with my HTC Sensation having a case on not being able to fit into HTC docks for the Thunderbolt.
No such issue (so far) for the SGS3.
A side note - I am guessing it was done on purpose but the SGS3 is heavily borrowing from HTC IMO with the lockscreen launch apps and the dock mode that kicks in automatically when you dock your device.
It just dawned on me to give the SGS2 a twirl on the mmdock... be back after charging.
Success! The Multi-Media Dock works for the SGS2. When docked it will present multiple options if available. For me it was "Clock" and "TuneIn Radio Pro".
"Clock" is "dock mode" Once plugged into the USB port audio will come out the backside through the "line-in" to whatever stereo/speakers are plugged in. This also means if you have a home theater you can plug it into that for the SGS2/3 and I'm even going to assume the Note.
The one down side to the SGS2 is that it WILL NOT fit with BodyGlove kickstand case snapped on. Suckage...
What I would like to see next is a true Multi-Media Dock that has a HDMI port built in so you can plug it into your TV all while being docked.
OK first off, apologies if this is long winded or if I should have posted this in the other accessory threads. I've had my Note 10.1 for five days now - case came the day I picked up the tablet (good timing!), and the USB adaptors arrived today.
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Blue Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 'Executive Plus' Faux Leather Case with Screen Protector and Stylus Pen Holder (Fits both Tablet Versions Note 10.1 N8000/N8010):
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-Exe...XVJ0/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1353061991&sr=8-2
Packaging
The case arrived in a nondescript cardboard box inside another cardboard box (nobrand ). The insides were kept in shape by a foam insert. I also got a screen protector with this package (again, nobrand)
Usage
The case itself is really well made, the note slips inside a pouch and velcro'ed in, and the front cover folds backwards to form a stand. Access ports are unblocked, with generous openings for the cameras and sensors, as well as holes where the speakers are (smart!). Removing the S PEN from its slot is not very easy since there's no hole cut into the case for that. There is, however, a pen holder loop built on the top ridge of the case where your power buttons and I guess you could store the S PEN there, or buy another S PEN and keep it there (I'm tempted to do that)
The lid stays shut with the help of magnets built into the top edge of the case, seems sturdy. There are two slots for SD cards built into the inside of the case but I don't think I will use them - they're exposed when you flip the lid open to form the stand and I'm not too convinced the cards will stay where they are.
Overall, a good case, hard, slim, functional. And its a nice blue colour . Might not be as padded as other cases but it is light and does protect the tablet to some degree. The only real gripe I have with this case is the flap the lid slots into when using it as a stand. It's made of hard material, but it feels like it will go out of shape after extended periods of use. The screen protector is nothing to shout home about, it does what it does, protects the screen. Screen brightness is affected slightly by the protector though.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 SD Card and USB Adapter - Black:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-Gal...2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1353062038&sr=1-2
Packaging
Small box the size of cigarette cartons. Does say Samsung Galaxy Tab but it works just as well with the note. Comes with instruction sheet (!)
Usage
The USB adaptors are amazing. All plastic, good build quality, light weight. You get one 30pin to female USB connector, plus another 30pin to full sized SD card adaptor. Connected my camera direct to the note using the USB and it had no trouble reading it or transferring pictures from the camera's SD card. Same with other USB sticks. The SD card adaptor works in the same way except only for SD cards of course. Streaming movies was not an issue.
Only problems might be the 30pin itself. Feels like the slightest knock will bend it out of shape when its in the note. Overall I am really pleased with the adaptors, although they are a bit more expensive than the other brands and you'll need to carry both adaptors plus other bits compared to, for example, the eKit.
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Bonus - the Sony Ericsson MW-600 Bluetooth Stereo Headphones works amazingly well with the phone and Note 10.1. It has multipoint tech so you can have both devices connected to the headset - listening to music from the Note 10.1 then taking calls from the phone feels just right. Buy Tablet Talk and you won't need to take the phone out of your bag or pocket anymore.
Just remember to pair the Note 10.1 first, and THEN hold the call button on the headset to pair it with the phone, other wise it might not work. This particular headset is a bit "old" (released 2009, I bought it last year), and Sony had replaced it with another similar headset, Sony Smart Wireless Stereo Headset Pro. Not had the pleasure of using that yet but I don't plan to buy another headset until the MW600 breaks.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sony-Ericss...VZT4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1353081705&sr=8-2
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sony-Smart-...1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1353081875&sr=1-1
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......feels like whatever savings I've made from buying the Note 10.1 have been sunk into accessories lol.
I finally have access to a 3D printer where I work and was asked to throw test uses out for it and try to pull it to it's limits. We typically use it to print out models of the 3D art our designers make. It's awesome for that.
I used it to print this dock that someone designed and posted over at thingiverse. I think it came out great in black ABS plastic. Haven't slotted a USB cable in to it yet but will when I get home (no cables that fit it here in the office. It has a hole and slot to route the cable out the back. It holds the phone in portrait mode. I use the Ringke Slim case (which I don't recomend since it scratches the phone but hell, i already own it) and it seems to sit nicely in the dock. :good:
Gallery of cradle from various angles: http://imgur.com/a/3XaMq
What do you think. How would you change it?
Nice! I would add short side walls to keep the phone from falling over and out of the dock and would make a second one wider with a lower back for landscape mode. I would also think about building in a space for a QI charger coil and board inside the back plate to have it double as a wireless charger.
Improvements?
Perhaps have the back hollow and wide enough to slip the 'official' Wireless charging pad in, and also ones like the pURL=http://www.amazon.co.uk/Nokia-DT-900-Wireless-Charging-Plate/dp/B009WKGNB4]DT-900[/URL], and between the charger and phone be slim enough to actually charge the phone (most have a 5mm range)
Could you make me one? Only thing i would suggest is added small walls to the sides so it doesn't slide right off. Maybe make a variant with a space for a wireless charging puck?
Once the charger is in place it won't slide side to side.
That being said, i can find a charger that fits. The creator used one made by Nokia... Seems it would be more helpful to the community if he used a cheaper, easily attainable Monoprice or Amazon Basics cable.
http://www.amazon.com/LG-Electronics-WCP-300-Wireless-Charging/dp/B00C6VP03I
This should fit
I would lose the flat bottom allowing it to sit on irregular surfaces and also saving more materials. Looks great already though.