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There have been a lot of complaints about the flimsy connector for the Xoom charger. I also think that it is a very poor design at most. The metal pin is too long, the plastic part is poking out too much etc.
I am no engineer and also bad at drawing but I attached something that I think might work. If anyone feels like they could produce a prototype that would be awesome!
The small magnet might or might not work. If you look at the area where all the connectors are you will see a small metal plate that could probably be used to anchor the connector magnetically.
Any feedback is appreciated (even just to say that I am full of sh!t!)
UPDATE: I added an alternative design using the two metal connectors for charging and a silicone plug to keep the connectors in place. A magnet will give additional stability.
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There have been a lot of complaints about the flimsy connector for the Xoom charger. I also think that it is a very poor design at most. The metal pin is too long, the plastic part is poking out too much etc.
I am no engineer and also bad at drawing but I attached something that I think might work. If anyone feels like they could produce a prototype that would be awesome!
The small magnet might or might not work. If you look at the area where all the connectors are you will see a small metal plate that could probably be used to anchor the connector magnetically.
Any feedback is appreciated (even just to say that I am full of sh!t!)
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It charges my Xoom very fast. It is still working and has not caused me any issues. If it breaks, I will come back here to *****.
I was just referring to the connector but thanks for the warning
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I was just referring to the connector but thanks for the warning
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So was I. The stock one works fine however, alternatives are great as well. I just do not see a need for one personally. Others may.
Yeah, the stock connecter scares me. I like your design though I'm not sure anyone here has the means to develop and sell it. I'm hoping maybe someone may find a softwear solution to charge via the USB micro port. What do you guys think, possible or no?
funnycreature said:
There have been a lot of complaints about the flimsy connector for the Xoom charger. I also think that it is a very poor design at most. The metal pin is too long, the plastic part is poking out too much etc.
I am no engineer and also bad at drawing but I attached something that I think might work. If anyone feels like they could produce a prototype that would be awesome!
The small magnet might or might not work. If you look at the area where all the connectors are you will see a small metal plate that could probably be used to anchor the connector magnetically.
Any feedback is appreciated (even just to say that I am full of sh!t!)
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I like it! i think its a pretty good idea. Wish i knew someone who could create one. I would buy it. stock one scares me
how the F do magnets work?
anyhow, yeah really good design. I would buy that too.
i just turn it upside down while charging it.
I would buy one of those
I have to ask, why you would use that connector at all if you want to redesign a magnetic charger? Why not use the same priciple to connect it to the two plates on the bottom next to the hole for power?
As someone who repairs laptops for a living, this was the single most troubling design aspect of our new toy. It looks like it will be far to easy to damage the internals of this device with the default power cable.
It would make more sense to use a breakaway magnetic connection that makes contact with the two metal plates. I have not looked in to it too far but it would seem that the docs use this and the USB in them is strictly for audio out.
I was actually wondering if the metal plates would be used for dock charging. Since I don't own a dock I can't check. But if it is then yes, the charger should be attached magnetically! Thanks for the clarification. I'll try to design more options
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keitht said:
So was I. The stock one works fine however, alternatives are great as well. I just do not see a need for one personally. Others may.
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My only complaint with the xoom, honestly is the charging system.
For starters, I don't see a reason to not allow charging over USB. Sure the voltage would only be 5v, and it would take considerably longer, but the option would be nice. This isn't to say I want to do away with the 12v charger, because the speed at which it charges is lovely, just the option for the other.
Secondly, the needle-like connector screams, "I want to be broken quickly!" Was there really a need to make the connector in that type and size?
Thirdly, the placement of the charger port is hideous and impractical. It's dead center at the bottom. I rarely use my xoom flat against a surface. I purchased the display portfolio that motorola made. The charger port is not only a hinderance to the utilization of my portfolio case, but is also covered at all times when using the case in any manner that motorola designed it. I'm sure this is simply a brain-fart on motorola's part, which happens to everyone and is understandable, but is there a reason the charger port couldn't have been placed on one of the sides of the device? I would say preferably the left hand side, as people are less likely to turn the device to sit on that side.
I'm not simply posting this to complain, just express my thoughts on the only true fault that I feel the xoom has. On that note, a 90 degree *honestly 180 degree by the design sketch* connector would be lovely, IMO. It still wouldn't be usable with the portfolio case, but it would allow someone to angle the xoom without fear of breaking the charger off inside it.
The two metal plates are indeed for charging on the dock. It takes away the need to use the stock charger on the needle tip. Just plug the charger into the dock and set the Xoom on it. I charge this way every time.
markbo2000 said:
The two metal plates are indeed for charging on the dock. It takes away the need to use the stock charger on the needle tip. Just plug the charger into the dock and set the Xoom on it. I charge this way every time.
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Only problem is that's a $70-$120 solution
Why even have the plug then and just use the metal plates?
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Why even have the plug then and just use the metal plates?
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The plug would add additional stability so that it doesn't come off so easily. Not sure how strong you could make the magnets. As I said, I'm no engineer
Makes sense, maybe a smaler nub though haha, otherwise I like the idea
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The plug would add additional stability so that it doesn't come off so easily. Not sure how strong you could make the magnets. As I said, I'm no engineer
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Apple has a patent on the magnetically attached charger. Perhaps this is why motorola went the direction that it did.
http://patft1.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph...XT&s1=7311526.PN.&OS=PN/7311526&RS=PN/7311526
im gonna make this. I will let you guys know how it works. my first android by the way!
Sweet! I was also thinking about getting some latex and a second charger that I can strip and modify. This will be so cool!
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I followed these instructions and it was a resounding success!
http://forums.androidcentral.com/ve...us-mod-palm-touchstone-without-soldering.html
One thing to note: I have the extended battery+cover and while it did technically fit under the back cover with the extended battery+cover it didn't feel right to me(it bulged out a bit) and the there was a gap on the underside of the camera from the back being pushed out.
I switched back to the regular battery and kept using the extended battery case with the inductive coil and there is no bulge or anything, worth dropping 300mah for wireless charging IMO
Edit: Shaved away more of the back grid(and trimmed some copper tape that was kind of interfering with the cover closing) and all is well with the extended battery!
I did the same thing but I also shaved off the "grid" on the back of the door.
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Accord281 said:
I did the same thing but I also shaved off the "grid" on the back of the door.
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And that made I so the extended battery fit?
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Natolx said:
And that made I so the extended battery fit?
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It will fit with the extended battery if you shave off the "grid". Albeit, very snugly.
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I did a touchstone mod for my Droid Charge, but I value NFC (and the warranty) too much to do this for my GN. Nonetheless kudos to the OP cuz I definitely wanted to attempt a touchstone mod for this phone.
knyghtryda said:
I did a touchstone mod for my Droid Charge, but I value NFC (and the warranty) too much to do this for my GN. Nonetheless kudos to the OP cuz I definitely wanted to attempt a touchstone mod for this phone.
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Nfc is intact if you follow the guide. Also I didn't notice any tripwire stickers or anything inside and their is no soldering so I so I don't see how they would know I opened it up.
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Natolx said:
Nfc is intact if you follow the guide. Also I didn't notice any tripwire stickers or anything inside and their is no soldering so I so I don't see how they would know I opened it up.
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Even with that big coil in the way? Nice! I may have to attempt this at some point then, though I really don't want to give up my extended battery in order to make this fit...
It does fit without the extended battery removed its just really tight and the back doesn't fit "well"(its especially hard to get all the tabs to stay in when you first put it on). Trimming away some more of the plastic may help. I'm probably going to try that at some point.
Aren't you fritned of dust comming between your screen and the phone now you've opened it like that ?
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Aren't you fritned of dust comming between your screen and the phone now you've opened it like that ?
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The screen stays attached to the rest of the phone, all you take off is the plastic "ring" around the phone.
Brilliant! Copper Tape is a great idea. Seems this would be pretty easy to do. I just need the Starter Kit and the copper tape....
I got this to do the similar mod, just one wire and copper tape is needed, and the warranty isn't voided, this replacement part only cost me a few $ from china.
one wire to solder the pin indicate with the white dot, and the copper tape just needed to touch the sim card holder, the two ends goes to the two connectors on the touchstone coil.
just a simply explaination.
will do the mod later on.
kms108 said:
I got this to do the similar mod, just one wire and copper tape is needed, and the warranty isn't voided, this replacement part only cost me a few $ from china.
one wire to solder the pin indicate with the white dot, and the copper tape just needed to touch the sim card holder, the two ends goes to the two connectors on the touchstone coil.
just a simply explaination.
will do the mod later on.
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This looks like it would be a lot more involved,
1. It would require VERY precise soldering job to the back of the USB. This is way beyond most people's abilities.
2. It requires you to remove the circuit board from the screen whereas the other method does not.
On the other hand your method probably isn't capped at 500maH
it's a straight forward take apart,even if i mess up the part, it goes into the bin, that why i got an extra piece.
just a blob of solder on the usb and two on the touchstone coil, if you search the net, it's the same method that was used on the i9000, even the usb will work and does not affect any function of the phone.
I modded mine with the Palm/touchstone mod. When I first did the install, I was getting the bulge as mentioned.. after shaving down the back cover and doing some repositioning - it fits fine. No bulge, no extra pressure.. you wouldn't even know it was there.
Also installed the stronger magnets. This way, I installed the touchstone in my car as a car dock and used tasker to launch car home when docked.
Probably the best mod I've ever done. Very simple if you follow the instructions in the link.
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I modded mine with the Palm/touchstone mod. When I first did the install, I was getting the bulge as mentioned.. after shaving down the back cover and doing some repositioning - it fits fine. No bulge, no extra pressure.. you wouldn't even know it was there.
Also installed the stronger magnets. This way, I installed the touchstone in my car as a car dock and used tasker to launch car home when docked.
Probably the best mod I've ever done. Very simple if you follow the instructions in the link.
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Which stronger magnets did you install? I'm thinking of doing the same thing with mine... ^_^
yoni45 said:
Which stronger magnets did you install? I'm thinking of doing the same thing with mine... ^_^
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Used these - http://www.kjmagnetics.com/proddetail.asp?prod=D401-N52
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Used these - http://www.kjmagnetics.com/proddetail.asp?prod=D401-N52
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Does that screw with the compass at all?
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Does that screw with the compass at all?
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They don't seem to on mine. Also, order a few extra magnets because they trend to break if you drop them.
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Why does this have to go into the phone and void the warranty. Personally I use a case without cutouts for the pogo pins so i can just attach the tape to the pogo pins right?
KIDIGI Desktop Cradle/Charging Station[FULL REVIEW] >>>.LOTS OF PICS<<<
FULL REVIEW
This is the KIDIGI Desktop Cradle/ Charging Station customed designed to fit the HTC ONE X both WITH and WITHOUT CASES on.
The following are pictures showing the dock dimentions, shipping package (review unit), usb cable (Samsung?), and how the dock fits with and without a case on
REVIEW
Look and Feel
After constantly using the dock for the past few days, I must admit this: this dock looks amazing. Its form and design flows with the shape of the One X, and its borders are not restricting, but also curves to create round edges that really adds on to the look of this dock. Its construction is 100% plastic, but there is a little premium feel to it with its glossy lip and matte sides. Though I do not understand fully as to why there is a back piece jutting out so much, it does indeed provide the support for when the phone is placed on top.
Usability:
Advertised as the case fit version, it came with a plastic piece of adapter to be used when your phone is naked. The fit when case-less is perfect, with the polycarbonate body of the HOX just reaching the point where it would touch the plastic stand.
I was, however, very delighted to see that when the plastic adapter was taken off, the KIDIGI dock adapted all cases that I had, which was an OTTERBOX DEFENDER, and a Nillkin TPU case. The Otterbox when fitted, provided a very tight fit against the sides of the dock, where as the Nillkin left a little space, though both fit the dock perfectly. Thus, it is safe to say that any sort of case you have, would definitely fit on this dock.
It was a breeze to just dock my phone, and charge it, or simply to transfer data to my laptop. Though dock mode won’t activate by itself, this can be easily solved by using dock simulator from the play store.
Cons:
There was only one little thing that I didn’t quite like about this dock. When the phone was docked, it was quite wobbly. Yes, I know that the only link between the phone and the dock is the connector, but extra space around the front and back were a bit excessively left, and this happens both with a case and without.
Would I recommend it?
Yes, for the price and the amount of use it offers, I would definitely recommend this to any who is looking for a great looking, adaptable dock.
Feel free to ask any questions about the dock
This does look good.....
I have the HDMI Version works great!
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magic_moe_ said:
I have the HDMI Version works great!
send from my One X
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THAT is a good thing to hear. Have you tried watching movies while charging through that? Does the phone heat up? Also, how long does it take to charge through the dock?
So all it is, is a bit of plastic to prop it up, while allowing it to charge via usb?
Is there anything that uses the gold connectors?
UK Seller
I found a UK seller Here:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Kidigi-Deluxe-Cover-Mate-USB-Desktop-Charger-Charging-Cradle-HTC-One-X-/140763173346?pt=UK_MobilePhones_MobilePhoneAccessories_MobilePhoneChargers&hash=item20c62391e2#ht_3846wt_1163
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So all it is, is a bit of plastic to prop it up, while allowing it to charge via usb?
Is there anything that uses the gold connectors?
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nothing just yet. wait for the official htc one. BTW, those pin connector are loose, and ur phone can be easily knocked off.. Since you are only placing the phone on the small connectors.
Kevin Ma said:
THAT is a good thing to hear. Have you tried watching movies while charging through that? Does the phone heat up? Also, how long does it take to charge through the dock?
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Of course, works perfect. Playing Games too, everything for that matter.
Well, while playing heavy games it does heat up, but thats normal.
Didn't stop time from 0% to 100%, but I think it's the same with like any AC charger out there...
patriotaus said:
So all it is, is a bit of plastic to prop it up, while allowing it to charge via usb?
Is there anything that uses the gold connectors?
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What do you need gold connectors for? You realize these are all digital connections right? 0's And 1's will still be 0's and 1's, even through a gold connector.
What you will have to consider is that the HDMI-cradle does not fastcharge your device, regardless what mod you make to your charger/cable. It disconnects the shortened data pins in the MHL/HDMI-path again, and only does USB-charging.
Furthermore no regular USB-connection is possible to your PC.
Expansys shipped the HDMI-version though I ordered the USB one. Been thinking about swapping it, because I need to fastcharge.
Re "gold connectors"... I think he means the pogo pins.
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magic_moe_ said:
I have the HDMI Version works great!
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Does it activate Dock Mode?
A Photo Review of my KiDiGi dock.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1699314
junialum said:
A Photo Review of my KiDiGi dock.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1699314
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Saw that, Great review. I have yet to receive my test unit, but i will try and take more pictures along with a video.
Picked one of these up and I'm pretty pleased with it, especially as I can use it while my rock case is on the puone...
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Picked one of these up and I'm pretty pleased with it, especially as I can use it while my rock case is on the puone...
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what about any clear tpu cases on the phone？ do they still fit？
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REVIEW UNIT DOCK ARRIVED TODAY, WILL UPDATE OP WITH FULL REVIEW AND PICS AFTER MORNING EXAMS
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REVIEW IS NOW IN PROGRESS, Enjoy the pics while I test this stuff out.
This is the KIDIGI Desktop Cradle/ Charging Station customed designed to fit the HTC ONE X both WITH and WITHOUT CASES on.
The following are pictures showing the dock dimentions, shipping package (review unit), usb cable (Samsung?), and how the dock fits with and without a case on
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Where did u get it from..i have been looking to get one myself..but couldnt find a good price..coz i'm located in the U.K...thanks....
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magic_moe_ said:
I have the HDMI Version works great!
send from my One X
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Where did u get it from?. Been looking to get one at a decent price?. Thanks..im located in UK..can u post link ?
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f4rell09 said:
Where did u get it from..i have been looking to get one myself..but couldnt find a good price..coz i'm located in the U.K...thanks....
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if u are in the uk, on the first page of this threas, someone shared a link to a ebay uk seller for 10 . check it out
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=26921607
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**UPDATE 8/17/2012**
I've been working on many of your suggestions and am really enjoying hearing new ones. Please keep them coming!
I'll maintain this top post to include which projects I've finished, which I've started (and their progress) and which are in the pipeline.
Finished and posted to techneesh.com:
- Hybrid portrait//landscape dock (iExitus,
- Custom engraving (txkorm,
- Extra colors (-FuRBz-,
- Brass Knuckles Case (Se23, baghera1979,
- Bumper Case (thanks, ruvort)
In the pipeline (priority-ordered, approximately):
- Brass Knuckles 2.0 (with holes for charging/buttons, top cover for aesthetics, smaller finger holes, rounded edges)
- Dock for Otterbox Commuter Case
- Tobacco Case (not xda related, but xda member requested - will double as a microSD holder
- Bumper Case 2.0
- Dock for Hyperion Extended Battery
- Variable/adjustable dock for other cases
- Modular Dock (specs are not yet solidified. perhaps it will have a connection for an adapter to attach to your car, your bike, etc. Perhaps for preexisting docks like the iHome. Post your thoughts!) (tghockey07,
- HDMI//USB Host Dock
- Your next suggestion
Sorry if I didn't include you I got cut off bc I'm currently boarding a plane
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Just upgraded from my bionic to this sweet phone & ordered the 4200 mah extended w/nfc from amazon for $19.
I made a custom car dock and docking station for the bionic- I was going to integrate HDMI & a usb hub (kind of like this ultrabook docking station) so ppl could use Motorola's Webtop Software more easily... but the # of ppl w/Bionics seems to have diminished extensively.
Anyway, I'm wondering if folks have any dreams for a sgs3 accessory that they'd like to exist.
I want the Mugen dock w/HDMI but it looks like it's out of stock until September... so I may design one myself. lmk any thoughts!
Triskite said:
Just upgraded from my bionic to this sweet phone & ordered the 4200 mah extended w/nfc from amazon for $19.
I made a custom car dock and docking station for the bionic- I was going to integrate HDMI & a usb hub (kind of like this ultrabook docking station) so ppl could use Motorola's Webtop Software more easily... but the # of ppl w/Bionics seems to have diminished extensively.
Anyway, I'm wondering if folks have any dreams for a sgs3 accessory that they'd like to exist.
I want the Mugen dock w/HDMI but it looks like it's out of stock until September... so I may design one myself. lmk any thoughts!
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O_O man that printer is just insane. I've seen one in action and in some cases they have them in stores where you can just go an pay a certain amount for the object your printing
3D printers are amazing, and have really come down in price. I remember the first laser printers were in the $5000 and up range... ($5000 on the lower end as I recall)
And now, you can print in 3D ......... soooo cool.
So how would this work if you printed something for me? Not sure what yet, but I'm sure I could think of something that I've had in mind
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Araltd said:
3D printers are amazing, and have really come down in price. I remember the first laser printers were in the $5000 and up range... ($5000 on the lower end as I recall)
And now, you can print in 3D ......... soooo cool.
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O_O dafuq am i the only one never heard of a 3D printer...?!
i'd like to have a cover with a 3d unishark on it!!!!!
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Can you print a phone back?
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Awesome. One day I WILL have to buy/build a 3D printer, but they're still currently either way too expensive, or way too janky (MakerBot). And then one day a little further down the road: true desktop molecular manufacturing for everyone (nanotechnology).
In any case, here's something I'd definitely design and print for my phone if I had a 3D printer: End caps and/or snap-on housings for my right-angle 3.5mm stereo cable AND my right-angle micro USB cable. Why? Because I often have both plugged in and it's a pain to comfortably hold my phone in landscape mode while gaming with the nubs of each cable connector jamming into my hands. Would much rather have something with more surface area covering 'em. (KICKSTARTER?! $$$ )
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Can you print a phone back?
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if you give him the 3d geometry file he can print it providing the overhangs are not too bad or it may have to be done in multiple parts.
A D&D Character holding a White Galaxy S III
Triskite said:
Just upgraded from my bionic to this sweet phone & ordered the 4200 mah extended w/nfc from amazon for $19.
I made a custom car dock and docking station for the bionic- I was going to integrate HDMI & a usb hub (kind of like this ultrabook docking station) so ppl could use Motorola's Webtop Software more easily... but the # of ppl w/Bionics seems to have diminished extensively.
Anyway, I'm wondering if folks have any dreams for a sgs3 accessory that they'd like to exist.
I want the Mugen dock w/HDMI but it looks like it's out of stock until September... so I may design one myself. lmk any thoughts!
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I would love a docking station for this beast.
which 3d printer did you get? I'm pricing a few out right now as well if anyone has any pointers...
I desperately want a 3D printer. So many ideas in this thick skull. lol
You should do the inductive charging mod for your phone with the Pre back cover and fabricate a car mount for the S3 with a slot to slide a touchstone into it.
Oh yeah, I'd want one. I'm hoping for something similar when Samsung eventually gets around to releasing their official inductive charging kit unlike the Verizon only one that Big Red just released.
That's a really nice docking station for the Moto btw.
Responses for all!
baghera1979 said:
So how would this work if you printed something for me? Not sure what yet, but I'm sure I could think of something that I've had in mind
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Well if it's something that I think sounds cool I would probably just make it and send you one for free- the material isn't exactly cheap but it's definitely not expensive, either. The design time sometimes takes a while (2-10 hours), though, depending what it is. But yeah just throw down some ideas.
I'm also up to do custom orders for relatively cheap (~$20/hr design time, $3 per ounce printed). You can see some stuff I've done here, here, and here.
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Can you print a phone back?
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After I hacked my bionic for wireless charging I tried designing part of a phone back (my first print + first design ever, so it looks terrible). Even now that I'm pretty good with the printer & designing things, I don't think it has quite the precision for the fine interlocking mechanism required for the phone back to snap to the phone.
Also, you can see the fine bead of the print so it doesn't look as smooth as china-factory-printed-plastic. (see photo from first post) - so it's better for docks and things like that.
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Awesome. One day I WILL have to buy/build a 3D printer, but they're still currently either way too expensive, or way too janky (MakerBot). And then one day a little further down the road: true desktop molecular manufacturing for everyone (nanotechnology).
In any case, here's something I'd definitely design and print for my phone if I had a 3D printer: End caps and/or snap-on housings for my right-angle 3.5mm stereo cable AND my right-angle micro USB cable. Why? Because I often have both plugged in and it's a pain to comfortably hold my phone in landscape mode while gaming with the nubs of each cable connector jamming into my hands. Would much rather have something with more surface area covering 'em. (KICKSTARTER?! $$$ )
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The makerbot replicator has worked extremely well for me! ($1700). It will do 50+ prints without an issue, and until last week the only fixes I had to do were replacing the tape on the platform and cleaning out the extruder's motor. (last week the motherboard blew, but they immediately shipped me a new one free of charge, and now I'm running again).
OK so let me get this right - you have right angle cables and you'd like something to snap onto the phone to essentially cover both cables so it is
a) more comfortable to hold in landscape
b) protects the jacks from damage
is that about right? or do you want it to snap onto the cables themselves
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if you give him the 3d geometry file he can print it providing the overhangs are not too bad or it may have to be done in multiple parts.
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Yes I can print most things, even if there's an overhang (it just requires wasting plastic to print support material). Creating a design is pretty easy in Google's (actually Trimble just bought it) free program Sketchup. You can send me the file or an STL exported from any other 3d modeling software.
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I would love a docking station for this beast.
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What kind of docking station? Power only? HDMI too? Landscape? Vertical? How many folks would also be interested?
Darmokk said:
which 3d printer did you get? I'm pricing a few out right now as well if anyone has any pointers...
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I got the Makerbot Replicator for the customer support. With relatively premature technology, I think it's worth it to spend a few bucks extra to get awesome support. They answer requests on weekends and will replace any broken parts promptly & free of charge.
However, I would probably try out the Solidoodle, as it is super cheap and looks good. I do feel bad supporting the company as the founder used to work at Makerbot and literally just stole their business model.
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I desperately want a 3D printer. So many ideas in this thick skull. lol
You should do the inductive charging mod for your phone with the Pre back cover and fabricate a car mount for the S3 with a slot to slide a touchstone into it.
Oh yeah, I'd want one. I'm hoping for something similar when Samsung eventually gets around to releasing their official inductive charging kit unlike the Verizon only one that Big Red just released.
That's a really nice docking station for the Moto btw.
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Thanks man. You must have seen my other post where I hacked my phone previously for wireless charging?
Not really sure I see the value to it being wireless charging if it's gonna stay stationary in a navigation dock, though? Would it be for device flexibility (so I wouldn't have to redesign it when I get a new phone)?
I'd like a dock that accepts the phone in a case and also works in landscape
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Actually didnt know about your previous mod lol.
Was more or less just thinkin aloud (or in text i should say) about a type of of car dock Id like to see for this and future devices. Im a little tired of buying 2-3 new docks (home, car, office) everytime I get a new phone in all honesty.
Would love for a slim universal car dock with inductive charging. Cable can be pulled from the inductive charging pad/touchstone for devices that require being physically plugged in. Makes things simple. Just get in the car, put the device in the dock quickly without worrying about fumbling wires or which side is your port on etc. When you get out just grab the phone. no worrying about wires, bending the usb connector cause you pulled at a wierd angle etc. you know?
Just figured the touchstone + mod would be a nice cheap base to start with for concepting over a $100ish inductive pad. Maybe even stick a laminated rewritable nfc tag in the center with a nice logo on it to program for carmode/ nav/ music or whatever as soon as you dock it. Maybe even make the dock itself detachable and usable as a desktop dock aswell... Ok ok lemme pause my brain for a lil while. I can keep going on and on about this stuff... lol
I am a mechanical engineer and do alot of 3D work in solidworks. I can sketch things up in 3D if people have an idea.
Could the OP use solidworks or step files to automatically print these? I would really like it to design docks and stand if I know the gap margibs from this markerbot
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htcsnap93 said:
I am a mechanical engineer and do alot of 3D work in solidworks. I can sketch things up in 3D if people have an idea.
Could the OP use solidworks or step files to automatically print these? I would really like it to design docks and stand if I know the gap margibs from this markerbot
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I have an idea for a case for the sgh-i747. Just a simple 2 piece snap together case. Nothing fancy. Would be nice to see how that material holds up to some of the others I have.
I guess any clamshell style case would work as a template if you could do that and send it it to OP. I have looked for 3d dimensions for them and can't find anything for it.
Thank you
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baghera1979 said:
I have an idea for a case for the sgh-i747. Just a simple 2 piece snap together case. Nothing fancy. Would be nice to see how that material holds up to some of the others I have.
I guess any clamshell style case would work as a template if you could do that and send it it to OP. I have looked for 3d dimensions for them and can't find anything for it.
Thank you
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Could you post some links or pics, in private or here of what you mean with clammshell? Dimensions i will get from my own device.
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Think you could make a stand for me? I just need one that my phone could sit horizontally, and I'd just plug it in to my MHL adapter. How much would that cost?
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Hey XDA
I just got my Z1S today and have had a hard time finding accessories made for it versus the Z1. If you run across anything please post it here and I'll update the OP.
Thank you!
Clownzer said:
Hey XDA
I just got my Z1S today and have had a hard time finding accessories made for it versus the Z1. If you run across anything please post it here and I'll update the OP.
Thank you!
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I thought the Z1 and the Z1s are pretty much the same phone. Just called Z1s in the state for T-mobile. Z1 accessories should works on the Z1s I believe. Anyway congrats on the phone. Just got myself an unlocked international Z1 as well.
luan87us said:
I thought the Z1 and the Z1s are pretty much the same phone. Just called Z1s in the state for T-mobile. Z1 accessories should works on the Z1s I believe. Anyway congrats on the phone. Just got myself an unlocked international Z1 as well.
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The Z1s' dimensions are slightly different and the headphone port is centered on the phone. I think the buttons may be slightly different as well.
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The Z1s' dimensions are slightly different and the headphone port is centered on the phone. I think the buttons may be slightly different as well.
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Yes they are, not sure if I'm correct but the charger and micro sim are in different locations.
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Also another big problem for us Z1s owners is that the camera and proximity sensors changed places. This means that any screen protector will more than likely cover the proximity sensor rending it useless.
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Yes they are, not sure if I'm correct but the charger and micro sim are in different locations.
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So we Z1S owners are naked without screen protectors or cases in the meantime?
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TMO has a few options for now. I picked up a Tech21 impact ology case. They also have a bodyglove case. I'll take pics when I get home.
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I'm trying to find the correct official magnetic dock. Either sony hasn't released information on it yet or the Z1 dock (DK31) should be compatible. Can anyone confirm the dock situation for the Z1s?
My phones are around water a lot, and take a lot of abuse, so I wanted a well padded one. To use standard Z1 gear, I had to make several modifications to the case and screen protector:
Screen protector is a NuShield DayVue (for excellent visibility in sunlight). I used a hole punch for the FF camera and proximity sensor.
The case needed holes drilled for the headphone jack and the rear microphone. The sides needed cutting for the USB charging port and/or a magnetic charging cable, which needs to be inserted with the logo up and cable leading down (pins are different sizes) I haven't had much luck with the charging cable so far. I couldn't find a strap that would fit the strap hole, but used a few rounds of 50# test monofilament to make a loop for a neck strap. It's not the neatest job, but it has already saved the day a couple of times!
I have two docks on order, but haven't received them yet.
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I'm trying to find the correct official magnetic dock. Either sony hasn't released information on it yet or the Z1 dock (DK31) should be compatible. Can anyone confirm the dock situation for the Z1s?
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Any international Z1 dock should work as long as its the open ended type. The only difference in size between the z1 and the z1s is length (z1s slightly taller).
Now, where can we get a tempered glass protector? My biggest concern with all these carrier variants is the lack of aftermarket accessory support!
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So we Z1S owners are naked without screen protectors or cases in the meantime?
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I believe that the Z1s a screen protector already on it when we purchased it. If you look closely at the edge, you can just barely make out that there's one on it. It's not exactly a scratch proof one though, but for now it'll do. There's one on the back as well.
Also, for those who want screen protectors, I've personally used XtremeGuard in the past. They're a little like Skinomi but cheaper. I bought 2 full body ones for the Z1s for like $1. Just use the 90off2 code.
http://www.xtremeguard.com/Sony-Xperia-Z1S-Screen-Protectors-p/sonxprz1sxgrds.htm
I also ordered a Z1 (International) case for my Z1s. Will report back if it fits correctly. It's an all aluminum case, really hoping it fits. The headphone jack won't be a big deal since I can just drill another whole. Not a big deal that there are 2 holes on the top. If you want to check the case out, I thought it looked pretty nice:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/28120304162...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
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I believe that the Z1s a screen protector already on it when we purchased it. If you look closely at the edge, you can just barely make out that there's one on it. It's not exactly a scratch proof one though, but for now it'll do. There's one on the back as well.
Also, for those who want screen protectors, I've personally used XtremeGuard in the past. They're a little like Skinomi but cheaper. I bought 2 full body ones for the Z1s for like $1. Just use the 90off2 code.
http://www.xtremeguard.com/Sony-Xperia-Z1S-Screen-Protectors-p/sonxprz1sxgrds.htm
I also ordered a Z1 (International) case for my Z1s. Will report back if it fits correctly. It's an all aluminum case, really hoping it fits. The headphone jack won't be a big deal since I can just drill another whole. Not a big deal that there are 2 holes on the top. If you want to check the case out, I thought it looked pretty nice:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/28120304162...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
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I am pretty sure that case will not work since our headphone port is in a different location.
I ended up over paying for a Body Glove case with kick stand at the T-Mobile store. With the lack of selection available I needed to pull the trigger quickly because I already got some hairline scratches in the back.
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I recently lost my Z1
I got a nexus 5
My girlfriend got a Z1S from T-Mobile yesterday
Tonight I will give her my two official sony docks, extra screen protectors, USB pogo pin, and a case( with the top exposed so headphone thing shouldn't matter)
I will test out and report back and incompatibilities or if it is all okay.
by the way the Z1S for TMO does NOT come with the DK31 charging dock like the unlocked Z1 did
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I recently lost my Z1
I got a nexus 5
My girlfriend got a Z1S from T-Mobile yesterday
Tonight I will give her my two official sony docks, extra screen protectors, USB pogo pin, and a case( with the top exposed so headphone thing shouldn't matter)
I will test out and report back and incompatibilities or if it is all okay.
by the way the Z1S for TMO does NOT come with the DK31 charging dock like the unlocked Z1 did
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Yeah, I was sad it didn't come with the dock OR headphones.
Clownzer said:
I am pretty sure that case will not work since our headphone port is in a different location.
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Again, as I mentioned, I'm not too worried about the headphone jack area. I'd just end up drilling a hole myself. I'm more concerned about how the Z1s is slightly longer than the Z1.
I contacted dbrand and they'll be making nice skins for the Z1/Z1S! Proof
stealthj said:
I recently lost my Z1
I got a nexus 5
My girlfriend got a Z1S from T-Mobile yesterday
Tonight I will give her my two official sony docks, extra screen protectors, USB pogo pin, and a case( with the top exposed so headphone thing shouldn't matter)
I will test out and report back and incompatibilities or if it is all okay.
by the way the Z1S for TMO does NOT come with the DK31 charging dock like the unlocked Z1 did
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Does the z1 Charging dock works with the z1s?
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Does the z1 Charging dock works with the z1s?
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I'd like to know this as well. I would think so but don't wanna spend the 40 bucks till I know for sure.
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Ibkevin said:
I'd like to know this as well. I would think so but don't wanna spend the 40 bucks till I know for sure.
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I've tried two Sony charging cables and two generic docks, and while they "fit", and do show that they are charging, after twenty minutes or so, I get the same error message, saying that the battery is discharging faster than the charger can keep up. (I've also tried the usb cable in several different AC>USB plugs and with a PC... No luck with any of them. YMMV