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HD Dock for Atrix, any reviews?

Hello all.
Just wondering if anyone has this and wouldnt mind putting up their opionion on it. It looks cool and it's currently $79.99 with free shipping on amazon. I know theres the mod to make it work with just the HDMI out, but the added function with the USB ports, make it a little better and less of a "hack job.."
http://www.amazon.com/Motorola-Mult..._m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0HWYEBKJMAYFCF63E22S

I like to know this as well.

Hey guys,
I bought the same one from Amazon. It is just a dock with ports for connecting the USB, Power, and HDMI. The only thing I hate about it is getting the phone into the dock slot. You have to hold it just right to have the two ports on the phone aligning with the dock. The dock slot was not designed to help guide the phone into the connectors. Once you got it into the dock it’s fit great. The dock is usefully if you do not have a Bluetooth keyboard or mouse. I plug my wireless keyboard into the USB and it is good to go.
I did the WebTop mod and it is great to use when you are at friends house or traveling. The dock also allows you to access other options when it is dock.
WebTop
Entertainment Center
Clock Dock
I like the Clock Dock, since my phone is also my alarm clock.
Oh, if you got a case on your phone it will not fit into the HD dock. I own the Incipio case. It’s very thin but still doesn’t fit the dock.
Peter

Multimedia dock for Atrix
I bought the dock with remote for the Atrix (came with the IR remote).
I concur with the issue regarding aligning the unit to the usb and hdmi ports on the phone -- I spend a few seconds each time trying to get everything lined up (and hope I'm not scratching the phone in the process).
Other than that, the dock is very nice. I prefer using wired keyboards and USB mice rather than bluetooth -- it keeps the BT free for audio (listening to music).
I have my dock set up at work and connected to a KVM switch to connect my phone to the keyboard/mouse I use for the two computers at my desk. I don't switch video with the KVM switch, and I leave the phone in the "do nothing" mode most of the time so I can use the phone without the monitor.
The keyboard works great and I can use it to compose emails and SMS messages while it's on the dock.
My biggest disappointment is the operation of the mouse when it's on the dock and not in Webtop mode. The phone does not create a mouse cursor in the "do nothing" mode to allow you to use the mouse effectively, so you have to reach over and touch the screen to control the device. Using the mouse is pretty much useless as it jumps from icon to icon and you can't really predict where you are going when operating the mouse.
In webtop mode, you get a cursor, and operating the mouse is as you would exepect -- you can control the phone display mode with the cursor and it's as intuitive as using your finger. This is what should have been available when you're not in Webtop mode with a mouse.
If you hook up the monitor without a keyboard and mouse, the phone display turns into a laptop touchpad control. A keyboard icon is also available to switch to keyboard input as well. An external mouse and keyboard are highly recommended, however.
In short, the dock is awesome, and I plan on getting two more (without remotes); one for my desk at home and work (this one will be put on my home entertainment system so I can use the remote to control the device for music and videos.)
-Mark Sly
P.S.
I also am interested in what Motorola may be offering in terms of the "ruggedized case" mentioned in the manual for the dock. If you have an Otterbox or other protective case for your phone, you will likely will have to remove the device from the case in order to dock the unit.
The manual for the dock mentioned another insert you can place on the dock to accomodate the ruggedized case, but I can't find anything on Motorola's website for ordering either the insert or the case.

Just had my HD Dock yesterday.. Is there a way I can customize the webtop (desktop) other than change the wallpaper? Nothing special, it looks like it just blow up the 4" screen to 42" screen but the resolution is still the same. I was expecting somethin like opening multiple windows at the same time and multitask.
I had it connected to my 42" 1080p LED TV but looked like 50pixels all around the screen is gone! I can only see the minimize button on the upper right hand corner, restore can still be clicked if i drag my cursor all the way to the corner and click blindly, but the close button is totally gone. Is there an "fit to screen" option?
It great nonetheless..

powered ports on dock?
Usually, the fit to screen setting is on the tv itself. Check your remote for the aspect or zoom key, or in the settings somewhere.
But while I'm here, I had a question for you dock owners. Are the usb ports powered with 500ma? Has anyone tried connecting an external 2.5 hd to it?

Might want to check this out
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=980193

daetrin said:
Usually, the fit to screen setting is on the tv itself. Check your remote for the aspect or zoom key, or in the settings somewhere.
But while I'm here, I had a question for you dock owners. Are the usb ports powered with 500ma? Has anyone tried connecting an external 2.5 hd to it?
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thanks bro.. i set the screen resolution to 16:9 and it fits just perfectly!

thatboyp said:
Oh, if you got a case on your phone it will not fit into the HD dock. I own the Incipio case. It’s very thin but still doesn’t fit the dock.
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You can remove the insert on the dock and the Incipio will fit. The only problem now is it is too loose. A thicker case like Speck or Bodyglove will probably fit better.

Motorola Bluetooth Keyboard

I just bought the Motorola Bluetooth Keyboard at Best Buy. It paired easily with my GT 10.1. I did some test typing and so far it seems to work just fine. I detect no delay in keyboard response, even when the keyboard goes into sleep mode.
The Android specific keys (back, home, search, menu) work well. One oddity is that the keyboard has an "End" key, but no "Home" key for moving the cursor. However, you can use Alt-Left for Home and Alt-Right for End. Alt-Up goes to the top of the page and Alt-Down to the bottom.
There is one key that I haven't figured out yet. It is to the left of the "End" key, in the top row. The symbol is three horizontal lines. Anyone have a clue?
The keyboard feels like it has a bit too much resistance when typing. Comparing it to the full size keyboard that I'm using now on my PC, it probably is no worse than this keyboard. I guess it just feels that way because the Motorola has chicklet keys, which don't have as much travel as a full size keyboard. I'm sure I'll get used to it.
Speaking of full size keyboards, the Motorola looks like it has the same spacing as a full size keyboard, not the smaller spacing that most netbooks have.
The keyboard feels solid and does not flex when typing. Between the rubber feet and the weight of the batteries, this thing doesn't slide around the table.
I also looked at the Logitech Bluetooth keyboard (same price). I decided on the Motorola because it has a separate row of function keys above the numbers.
You get no stand with the Motorola. This isn't an issue with me, as I have the Samsung cover, which doubles as a stand. The Motorola comes with two AA Duracell alkalines.
I have a cheap padded zipper case that is made for a 10 inch netbook. The keyboard does fit into this, but is a snug fit. I can carry both the keyboard and the GT in this padded case.
I probably wouldn't have gotten a Bluetooth keyboard yet, but I had a $50 gift card. I actually went to BB to get the USB dongle, but they couldn't find them. The computer showed stock, but they were nowhere to be found.
I am pleased with my purchase. The keyboard is well made and works great. BTW, it is a Bluetooth HID profile device, so it should work with non-Android devices as well.

They had this keyboard on sale for $48 from 12 midnight to 8 am this past Wednesday on BestBuy's website.
I wish I would have gotten it. I am getting better at using the on-screen keyboard, so I wonder if I would have used the physical keyboard as much.
Sent from my GT-P7510 using Tapatalk

The key you're referring to is the equivalent of tapping the menu button on your Android device.
BTW: I've had problems pairing this with a Samsung Galaxy SII running stock v2.3.5 firmware. Even when activating the HID device mode by holding down the V, A, and R keys while powering on doesn't help. I tried another SII with older firmware and that worked fine. A passkey would come up which you could then respond to. Something like that happens in the newer version, but it disappears in a flash giving no chance to react. I'm hoping the upcoming ICS update will sort this out.
*Typed on my Moto BT keyboard via a PC.

You guys have seen that it's on sale for $25 on icemonkey right now, right?

Rapoo E6500 bluetooth keyboard for Android

Review: Rapoo E6500 bluetooth keyboard (written in Polaris Office w/E6500)
Ordered the Rapoo E6500 from eBay (seller name by request)(am not affiliated with the seller). Shipment tracking showed 2 days from Shenzen to San Francisco, then 4 more days to the Los Angeles area. Total cost was ~$50USD
Packaging was great, envelope was a watertight bubblewrap coccoon inside of which was another plastic bag around the boxed keyboard.
Pictures:
Bubble wrap: db.tt/10NloTOJ
Bag: db.tt/PDYz82QF
Box: db.tt/2ZFGBvD2
Keyboard: db.tt/NntCV3vS
Inside the box: the keyboard, a USB mini B cable and a manual.
The keyboard had just enough charge to pair - easy process although initially I missed that ENTER is required after the pairing code. I blame old eyes.
This version of the Rapoo is designed for Android in that the top row of keys (which double as Function keys) are hard-wired to: Home, Back, Search, Web, email, Rewind, Play/Pause, Fast Forward, Mute, Decrease Volume, Increase Volume, and finally, Lock.
At the bottom near the space bar is a Menu key which brings up the application menu.
I haven't figured out what the actual Function keys do or how to program them. In addition to F1-F12 there are FnPgUp, FnPgDn, Fn-Home, and FnEnd, all of which are handy to have.
Key action is good, F and J are embossed so touch typists can find them. Not being one of those I find myself adapting pretty well to the smaller layout but accuracy is not yet what I want.
Some quirks:
Del is right above Backspace but I don't find myself missing either often. Certainly hitting backspace a fair amount right now!
There is a Windows key; doesn't seem to do anything here.
The apostrophe and bracket keys are at the bottom right - I have to look to find them.
The unit is a sturdy steel tray with the logic board and battery bonded to the bottom back, giving it a wedge shape. The bottom front edge has little rubber feet. It has a power switch on the bottom and a physical connect button. So far it has auto-connected for me and so I haven't needed the connect button.
Best Feature: Build quality
Worst: CAPS LOCK - same gripe with every keyboard. Don't want it at all, especially doesn't need to be one of the biggest keys.
Will update with battery life information as it's learned.

Thanks for your review.
I almost purchased the E6300 for my Note (E6300 is the Apple iOS version), and luckily I found your review.
My only concern with the keyboard is that is it too small?
The last keyboard I had for a portable was a Sony PEGA-KB100 for Clie. It was about 240mm wide when open. I felt it was an excellent design with scissor key action and the key to key pitch was just right for my hands.
Could you measure the letter key sizes, and the approximate pitch from key to key?
Do you know if the key switch actions are scissors design?
Keith

Which version of Android are you using it with?
I have purchased the E6300 to use with my Nexus 7 (Android 4.1.2 stock) but I have to re-pair it every time i want to use it.
If I turn it off and then a bit later on again it connects just fine, but no key on the keyboard works.
I have this same problem on my Nexus 7 and my Droid 4 running 4.0.x
I have read reports from other people saying the keyboard used to work with Android 2.3 but having the same problem after upgrading to 4.x.
If you can confirm this keyboard works with android 4.x I will get mine exchanged.

I have also Nexus 7 and E6300. Disconnect problems drive me nut!!! Should I exchange it to E6500? I just want to be sure that E6500 has no problem...
Regards.

skd said:
I have also Nexus 7 and E6300. Disconnect problems drive me nut!!! Should I exchange it to E6500? I just want to be sure that E6500 has no problem...
Regards.
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I got myself an E6500 and it works like a charm.
The keys tend to 'stick' if I have bluetooth mouse paired at the same time (e.g. pressing 's' results in 'ssssssssssssssssssss'), but this is more related to the Nexus 7 as it gets better or worse when switching between different kernels.

Ok many thanks. I have sold my E6300 and bought an E6500 from ebay
(I'm using lingo wireless usb mouse. I have heard problems about two bluetooth devices...)
Regards.

excellent sound quality bluetooth speaker for home or on the go

http://www.inateck.com/inateck-bp2001-10w-bluetooth-stereo-speaker/
Inateck® Wireless 10W Stereo Bluetooth Portable Speaker Built-in Hands Free Speakerphone and Rechargable Battery Works With iPhone, Samsung, Nexus, iPod, iPad, Mp3 player, Tablet PC, Laptop, Computers, Android Smartphones And more Bluetooth Enabled Devices, Support 3.5mm Audio Cable Connection, Bluetooth V2.1 + EDR, Portable Stand for Tablets Smartphones, Black (Wireless Phone Accessory)
i wanted a affordable bluetooth speaker for at home and outside by the pool ect and found all of that in this unit. some of the features are:
- Bluetooth
- Call button
- Rubber foot pads
- Aux in
- MicroUSB charging
the packaging was very well done and the unit is very slim and looks great and very sturdy hard plastic was pleasing to the eye . in the box was the bluetooth unit,(1) usb power cable and a simple to follow users manual. the unit came almost fully charged so i jumped right in and powered it up and when phone paired with the unit i was alerted that pairing was done with a sound and a flashing bluetooth icon illuminated on the unit. very nice to see a "call button" on the unit and something other units are lacking.the call button. the unit also has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery so no worries the the unit will die after only a few hours of use and i was able to get 7hrs of use and still battery was not fully depleted. on the back of the unit is a very handy kickstand which is also a great idea since i have a ipad and a large NOTE 3 phone that demand a solid base as both are large/heavy units. the pullout kickstand really gives my large tablet stability in landscape or portrait. And this also keeps it level on the table or desk. the top of unit is has a large "cutout" lined with rubber to securely hold phone/tab ect in place and soft rubber makes a nice stable (scratch free) area to support such devices. the sound quality was excellent and even on full volume no distortion unlike other units i have had in the past. overall i gave the unit 5 stars for ease of use/price and sound quality.

HOME OR ON THE GO AND COMPACT SIZE BT keyboard

I was looking for a light weight/compact and if possible a inexpensive bluetooth keyboard for my tablet (nexus 10) and at times my Galaxy S5 and this inateck mini wireless bluetooth 3.0 keyboard fit my needs perfectly. Inside the box was ●A Bluetooth 3.0 keyboard ● A Charge Cable ●A owners Mannual so just what you need to get up and running. The size of the keyboard was perfect for home or on the go and comes in black or white and i am reviewing the black unit as you can see in pictures. The keyboard uses Bluetooth 3.0 module chip and has speeds up to 24 MB/s so speed wont be a factor no will battery life as the unit has Super-efficient built-in 200mA lithium battery, replaceable, works for up to 4 months in standby without charging with 8 hours of continuous use every day. The unit is also compatible with 3 operating systems of Apple, Android and Windows so no worries what operating system your on and my Galaxy S5 and nexus tablet has android 5.0 operating system which is new and i had no issues there. I used the unit on a 15in macbook/W7 and android tablet as well as a android phone and never a issue with any of them and the overall ability to prop up my tablet and type out my emails or post on facebook a much better experience. .Another factor i liked is there is no noise on "key strokes" and that may seem like a non factor but i do alot of catching up on emails ect late at night so that was a added feature im sure others will like. i was able to be over 30ft from tablet and still keyboard functioned perfect.The curve-shaped design of the individual keys shortens the distance between finger movements while typing for fast results and just seemed to flow really great in my first week of testing.As i get older its getting very hard to use built in keyboards on devices so if your like me and need a better way to type on your device without straining your eyes this is a perfect unit for you. I was very impressed with the overall ease of pairing devices to the keyboard and the compact size and really impressed with the price at under $26,00
http://www.inateck.com/inateck-ultraslim-wireless-keyboard-bk1003e/