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http://www.t-mobile.com/shop/AddOns/Accessories/AccessoryDetailPopUp.aspx?accessory=916075f6-938d-4ce1-a6d3-69a685769d1a&inCart=True&catCode=22
I travel alot and one of the main reasons I bought the GS2 was for the big screen to use with Nav. Just ordered this today. Will post pics and review
REVIEW:
Got the dock today. Gotta say, not too bad. Although I don’t really think it’s worth more than about $25 tops. The build quality is ok. Everything is plastic, but it feels kind of light (the suction holder). Guess that’s a good thing if it’s being mounted to the windshield.
What’s included: Phone Dock, Suction Holder, Car Charger, Sticky suction pad (to use on your dash)
Suction Holder
There are 3 main components to this. The suction it pretty heavy duty. Probably better than my Garmin windshield mount. Once positioned on the glass, there’s a lever you push down drawing the air out making for a pretty good and strong contact. To release it from the windshield is just as easy. Just pull the same lever up to release.
The holder allows for full 360 rotation of the phone. Loosen the round knob to position and tighten. Once tightened, it’s pretty snug.
Where the phone dock connects, the suction holder has a little spring loaded push lever that’s used to clamp the phone dock to the holder. Same method is used to release the phone dock.
Phone Dock
Again, it’s pretty light. I wouldn’t say it’s feels cheap but just really light. The phone fits in pretty sung. It’s definitely not going anywhere. The dock also has a cut out for the camera, which is nice if you want to take pics of the road or maybe even a video of the guy in front of you with a lowered Silverado with a mural of his trunk on his tailgate
Once the phone is in, the bottom end of the phone dock slides in and out making the usb contact. On the back of the dock, you have a micro usb port for charging and a 3.5mm line out jack. My only concern is with time, this portion will get loose. Seems like there’s 2 positions this click into as you slide it one way or the other.
Car Charger
It’s a micro usb car charger. Nothing more to say. Always good to have a spare one.
The dock definitely DOES NOT accept the phone with any cases. Don’t know about skins though. It’s a pretty sung fit with. Going to head over to TMO sometime this week and pick up the a ZAGG Dry application skin and see.
Figured it would, but as soon as you slide the plug from the dock into the phone, it goes into car mode right away, even without it being plugged into a power source. This can be deactivated by going into notifications and clicking Deactivate Car mode.
All in all, I’d have to say I’m pretty pleased with it. Not really pleased about how much it costs, but hey…It would have been nice for them to include an audio cable with the package. I bought this to replace my older Garmin Nav. Figure it’s much easier having this than traveling with the Garmin.
Update: Looks like this is going back. The line-out doesn't work. Getting no sound
smellmyfingers said:
http://www.t-mobile.com/shop/AddOns/Accessories/AccessoryDetailPopUp.aspx?accessory=916075f6-938d-4ce1-a6d3-69a685769d1a&inCart=True&catCode=22
I travel alot and one of the main reasons I bought the GS2 was for the big screen to use with Nav. Just ordered this today. Will post pics and review
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does anyone else find it interesting that all of these same accessories cost $29.95 with the Vibrant and now cost $44.95 with the SGSII?
Thinking of picking this up:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Exogear-Exo...ccessories&hash=item588ef6bfb4#ht_4693wt_1270
Seems like a decent quality holder that will work no matter any case I use.
luckyduck69 said:
does anyone else find it interesting that all of these same accessories cost $29.95 with the Vibrant and now cost $44.95 with the SGSII?
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Nope. Makes sense, T-Mobile just released the phone so they hiked up all prices on "new" accessories. It's all naming/branding my man.
Looks nice...if u get it post some pics please.
I have one but makes too much noise when the car moves.
Tmo Galaxy S2
http://www.amazon.com/MSW-Exogear-E...ZLOS/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1319143393&sr=8-6
It is cheaper on Amazon. I am searching for a few other universals and I will make a decision in a day or two.
Was feeling frisky so picked it up at the store with the phone. Works great but the phone is held rather tightly and requires two hands to remove it when getting out of your car. Might loosen a bit over time, but a PITA for now. Phone also recognizes that this is a car dock (as opposed to desktop dock) and kicks on the VoiceTalk app automatically. Kind of nice.
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Used a universal on my last phone... have to say that having the charger plug into the mount directly is hands-down worth the extra money. I hated having to find the dangling end of the usb cord every time I got in my truck... especially in the dark. With the made-for-it mount, you sit the phone in the mount and then slide the bottom part up which engages the charge and locks in the phone. All with one hand.
-GP
Dsmwookie said:
http://www.amazon.com/MSW-Exogear-E...ZLOS/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1319143393&sr=8-6
It is cheaper on Amazon. I am searching for a few other universals and I will make a decision in a day or two.
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Have one and the best part about this mount is that it sticks to almost part in my car. Aside from the really curved parts.
Bought my first car dock for my old Vibrant few months ago, now have to get it again for my new SGS2. Like before I am getting OEM directly from Samsung website. Not sure what TM sells but the one I saw in their store looks pretty crappy from some 3rd party vendor.
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The car dock... excuse me, "vehicle navigation mount" I got at the t-mo store two days ago is a Samsung-branded accessory. Guy had to actually open the box that UPS delivered that morning. Perhaps your store didn't have them yet?
Good for you! I guess the TM store I had a pleasure to visit had different model on display. Looked really ugly comparing to oem model.
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esdwa said:
Good for you! I guess the TM store I had a pleasure to visit had different model on display. Looked really ugly comparing to oem model.
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they should start getting them in. There OEM it should be in green and white box with samsung all over it
$64,000 question: will it work with a case?
What do you think of these Herbert Richter German made windshield mount? The mount is used in a Pioneer AVIC-F500BT GPS which is quite heavy.
ctkatz said:
$64,000 question: will it work with a case?
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Probably not as it is made to fit the device snugly. This is why I use a pouch belt clip as I use my phone all the time for navigation and can't be taking a case on and off every time.
My Exogear mint will be here tomorrow. I'll let you know how it is. Cost $18 shipped off Amazon.
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Some quick shots of my Exogear mount. Sticks to just about any surface and holds most phones in a case. Video is uploading as we speak.
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http://youtu.be/PApQgF4Q8Lk
cheap but nice mount
Just rec this mount ordered 2 one for my s2 and one fr my wifes vibrant really pleased with them ordered one more {ebay}Samsung Galaxy S II T989 Heavy Duty Windshield Premium Car Mount Phone Holder
Bummer. I need one that works with cases and has a longer arm to position the unit closer to the dash from the deeply set window. I really liked my previous one that I got from Amazon, but the bearing wore out or something and it won't stay in any position other than limply hanging down now...
Thanks for the review!
Splaktar said:
Bummer. I need one that works with cases and has a longer arm to position the unit closer to the dash from the deeply set window. I really liked my previous one that I got from Amazon, but the bearing wore out or something and it won't stay in any position other than limply hanging down now...
Thanks for the review!
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Are you referring to mine? It works with a case on.
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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
3_D said:
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.
3_D said:
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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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.
While looking for a desk dock I found this one from Samsung:
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-tab-accessories/EDD-D100BEGXAR-gallery
Looks like it does come with a separate power adapter, which is nice. Amazon doesn't sell that one yet though.
I was thinking about getting this stand instead:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CKVOOY/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
Should be compatible with Note 10.1 I take it. $10 is hard to pass up on too.
Do you guys like powered desk docks or stands better? Thanks.
The EDD-D100 does not come with a new power adapter. You have to use the power adapter and cable that came with the Note 10.1. The EDD-D100 package contains only the dock itself.
The dock should be widely available as it was sold for the older Tabs already.
Thanks for clarifying that. Odd, can't seem to find it on Amazon.
Yes, that's strange. Amazon.de (Germany) has it, Amazon.com not.
I have the Arkon and it works great for the Note and my Nexus 7.
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I've had that Arkon for awhile and it has worked with everything:
Viewsonic G Tablet
Galaxy Tab 10.1
Acer A700
Nexus 7
and now the Galaxy Note 10.1
It's my desk stand, and use it to hold the tablet while cooking.
For the compatibility and price it cannot be beat.
I also have the Arkon
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CKVOOY/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
I use it for both of my tablets (bought two) and my son has one for his ickPad. Works great.
this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1847738
If you can use a Hacksaw, there's this...
I had an extra hdmi dock from my old 7.0 Galaxy tab. Took a holder I had from a 8.9 dock and chopped the edges off. Used a Dremel on the rough edges and viola, happy kids on the next road trip.
toenail_flicker said:
I also have the Arkon
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CKVOOY/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
I use it for both of my tablets (bought two) and my son has one for his ickPad. Works great.
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I went to Amazon.com and found the same product from i.TREK for $7.50 compared to Arkon's price of $13.03.
It came in today. I tried it with my GN10.1, iPad3, and Kindle Fire and it worked fine. So I ordered 2 more @ $7.30 apiece.
For the Amazon USA link click: Here.
Aloha.. Al :highfive:
I ordered one of these yesterday. I hope it is as cool in reality as it looks on that page.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006WSUI88/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i01
Yeah, me too.
AllenPapapetrou said:
I went to Amazon.com and found the same product from i.TREK for $7.50 compared to Arkon's price of $13.03.
It came in today. I tried it with my GN10.1, iPad3, and Kindle Fire and it worked fine. So I ordered 2 more @ $7.30 apiece.
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Been using Arkon for a couple of days now. Sticky padding that tab rests on started peeling off. Probably gonna send it back.
Also got Samsung's dock but haven't opened it yet. Just thinking it might not be convenient using it as a main dock due to that connector. So, I think I'll keep looking.
Just buy some padding and replace it.
How about this?
http://www.amazon.com/Desktop-Charg...=UTF8&colid=191RAEMY0FXO&coliid=I24H39XEXSJ90
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toenail_flicker said:
Just buy some padding and replace it.
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True but one shouldn't be doing that on a week old stand. It's gonna be an ongoing problem and I think is a design issue.
stuartv said:
I ordered one of these yesterday. I hope it is as cool in reality as it looks on that page.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006WSUI88/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i01
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I like that it is portable (for trips) and has a secondary batter. Only 1 out of 4 bad reviews. But for the price I may just buy it to try it out too.
TS
Do you know if it has usb port? I like to use my ps3 controller connected and I'm wondering if that would work?
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SM05 said:
Been using Arkon for a couple of days now. Sticky padding that tab rests on started peeling off. Probably gonna send it back.
Also got Samsung's dock but haven't opened it yet. Just thinking it might not be convenient using it as a main dock due to that connector. So, I think I'll keep looking.
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Replying to myself... Gonna try this one instead:
http://www.amazon.com/Syba-Foldable-Universal-Tablet-SY-ACC62034/dp/B008FJXG68/
Seems like a better built stand. HTH.
twospirits said:
I like that it is portable (for trips) and has a secondary batter. Only 1 out of 4 bad reviews. But for the price I may just buy it to try it out too.
TS
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I think it's a great idea. I ordered one. Hope it works as well as I think it will.
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SM05 said:
True but one shouldn't be doing that on a week old stand. It's gonna be an ongoing problem and I think is a design issue.
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I don't think it's a design issue. I have had two for a year now and have never had a problem with either. YMAV
Looking for a good keyboard/cover for my Note 10.1 that lets me use the docking connector (charge/OTG while typing) but so far nearly everyone one I've seen has the note rest flush against the bottom of the case so I cant access the port. Is there one on the market that keeps the note raised up enough to use the connector without turning the note upside-down (which makes the wake/volume buttons and the headphone jack inaccessible)
Ashton_Durkhun said:
Looking for a good keyboard/cover for my Note 10.1 that lets me use the docking connector (charge/OTG while typing) but so far nearly everyone one I've seen has the note rest flush against the bottom of the case so I cant access the port. Is there one on the market that keeps the note raised up enough to use the connector without turning the note upside-down (which makes the wake/volume buttons and the headphone jack inaccessible)
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Did you consider the Samsung keyboard dock. It works great for me!
You do know that you can position it so the port is on the top?
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Kumabjorn said:
You do know that you can position it so the port is on the top?
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RIF:
Ashton_Durkhun said:
... without turning the Note upside-down (which makes the wake/volume buttons and the headphone jack inaccessible)
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Doodle said:
Did you consider the Samsung keyboard dock?
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Does anyone know if the Samsung Keyboard Dock will fit if the device has the Samsung Book Cover on it?
Guess I messed up, sorry.
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Is there a Samsung keyboard dock?
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Is there a Samsung keyboard dock?
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yeah but they stopped making them due the fact that they weren't as popular. i purchased one off of ebay and i think it's amazing
I am just using the Universal Dock - http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B007UOXV3W with a bluetooth keyboard and mouse as a compromise. I have the Poetic cover - http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B008YZ8VL8 which can stay on with the stand in use.
dmarchant said:
I am just using the Universal Dock with a bluetooth keyboard and mouse as a compromise.
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That's what I do, too. Also, I have the Samsung Book Cover and the Note fits in the dock with it on.
I only wished I'd've bought more than one of these when I had the chance: Motorola Wireless Keyboard and Trackpad. It's perfect for traveling (I keep one in a keepcase that I carry the note around in). It's thin, has a cover that doubles as a stand, integrated trackpoint mouse and charges via MicroUSB. Picked up one on sale for $40 and haven't seen it that cheap since.
I had a galaxy tab 8.9 and still have the original Samsung keyboard dock. If you take out the black plastic insert (it pops out along the top edge), the Note10.1 fits in relatively well with the bookcase cover still on. The extra thickness of the cover actually works pretty well to support the tab given that the custom insert isn't in there.
Not perfect, but you can still pick up keyboard docks for the 8.9 or 7 relatively cheaply on Amazon. ($30 less than perfect vs. a $100 import from Asia)
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Chugo said:
yeah but they stopped making them due the fact that they weren't as popular. i purchased one off of ebay and i think it's amazing
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I saw one of these on eBay, I agree it looks great but they wanted $100 for it, I coudl get probably 8 or 9 bluetooth keyboards for that cost...
dmarchant said:
I am just using the Universal Dock - http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B007UOXV3W with a bluetooth keyboard and mouse as a compromise. I have the Poetic cover - http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B008YZ8VL8 which can stay on with the stand in use.
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This is basically what I'm looking at doing, except my folding case lifts the charging port off the table if I turn it facing out, watching some normal BT keyboards/mice on eBay (average cost $20-$30)
kcrudup said:
I only wished I'd've bought more than one of these when I had the chance: Motorola Wireless Keyboard and Trackpad. It's perfect for traveling (I keep one in a keepcase that I carry the note around in). It's thin, has a cover that doubles as a stand, integrated trackpoint mouse and charges via MicroUSB. Picked up one on sale for $40 and haven't seen it that cheap since.
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If that had an actual trackpad on it, I might bite, but I absolutely *hate* the "dots" (one of my laptops actually had it's dot missing the cover so it was unuseable - I never noticed I jsut used the trackpad)
slamorte said:
I had a galaxy tab 8.9 and still have the original Samsung keyboard dock. If you take out the black plastic insert (it pops out along the top edge), the Note10.1 fits in relatively well with the bookcase cover still on. The extra thickness of the cover actually works pretty well to support the tab given that the custom insert isn't in there.
Not perfect, but you can still pick up keyboard docks for the 8.9 or 7 relatively cheaply on Amazon. ($30 less than perfect vs. a $100 import from Asia)
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I might try this, I've seen the Tab docks cheep, didn't know if they used the same pinout for the connector or not. (and now wondering if it's somehow using the USB OTG and a usb keyboard with a pass-through for power... might be able to take it apart and mod in a micro-hub connection if their room...)
Ashton_Durkhun said:
If that had an actual trackpad on it, I might bite, but I absolutely *hate* the "dots"
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Heh. Touchpads and Trackpoints are apparently polarizing; I'm quite the opposite (I can't stand touchpads and tend to disable them unless I don't have an external mouse )
Galaxy tab 8.9 works great!
slamorte said:
I had a galaxy tab 8.9 and still have the original Samsung keyboard dock. If you take out the black plastic insert (it pops out along the top edge), the Note10.1 fits in relatively well with the bookcase cover still on. The extra thickness of the cover actually works pretty well to support the tab given that the custom insert isn't in there.
Not perfect, but you can still pick up keyboard docks for the 8.9 or 7 relatively cheaply on Amazon. ($30 less than perfect vs. a $100 import from Asia)
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Picked one up used off of Amazon for $16. With the book cover one, it is well supported. Android specific keys are great. Thanks for the suggestion!
slamorte said:
I had a galaxy tab 8.9 and still have the original Samsung keyboard dock. If you take out the black plastic insert (it pops out along the top edge), the Note10.1 fits in relatively well with the bookcase cover still on. The extra thickness of the cover actually works pretty well to support the tab given that the custom insert isn't in there.
Not perfect, but you can still pick up keyboard docks for the 8.9 or 7 relatively cheaply on Amazon. ($30 less than perfect vs. a $100 import from Asia)
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Quick question - Does the blue light on the keyboard stay on when your Note is docked and charging? I thought mine did initially but now it doesn't consistently stay on. It also seems to charge slower (but that could just be my imagination).
horsemom said:
Quick question - Does the blue light on the keyboard stay on when your Note is docked and charging? I thought mine did initially but now it doesn't consistently stay on. It also seems to charge slower (but that could just be my imagination).
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I'm not sure - I never charge while it's in the dock. The blue light seems to come on intermittently for me - not sure why. At first I thought it was strictly for caps lock, but it is not consistent.
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Hi everyone, I've FINALLY received this case from AliExpress:
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/1pcs...Soft-back-case-for-LG-G-Pad-8/1532446130.html
As promised, here's a YouTube Video Review.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BV0AN_YhXpw
TL;DR verdict: It's cheap, it's black, and overall it works well. Fit is solid, all ports work out (except the SD card slot, which is covered - but that's hardly a dealbreaker), and it doesn't add any significant weight. Does not interfere with the speakers.
Would buy, but not from AliExpress. No fault to the vendor (who was pleasantly responsive to my inquiries), but on eBay you can now pick it up for $6 CDN shipped.
Thanks for reading and watching!
Mark
Impromark said:
Hi everyone, I've FINALLY received this case from AliExpress:
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/1pcs...Soft-back-case-for-LG-G-Pad-8/1532446130.html
As promised, here's a YouTube Video Review.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BV0AN_YhXpw
TL;DR verdict: It's cheap, it's black, and overall it works well. Fit is solid, all ports work out (except the SD card slot, which is covered - but that's hardly a dealbreaker), and it doesn't add any significant weight. Does not interfere with the speakers.
Would buy, but not from AliExpress. No fault to the vendor (who was pleasantly responsive to my inquiries), but on eBay you can now pick it up for $6 CDN shipped.
Thanks for reading and watching!
Mark
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Fellow Canuck here who bought the tablet in the USA at bestbuy. Where did you get yours?
Have you tried to use the remote? Seems only US cable providers are listed. Same for you?
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Fellow Canuck here who bought the tablet in the USA at bestbuy. Where did you get yours?
Have you tried to use the remote? Seems only US cable providers are listed. Same for you?
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Mine was also sourced from the States as Newegg in Canada didn't have it at the time, Best Buy here STILL doesn't, and $259 USD on sale was worth the trouble of getting it brought up here by a family member.
The Quick Remote app DOES work on my Telus cable setup. I used the AT&T option and it works just fine. I don't know if Rogers, etc. would work, but one of the options just might be an equivalent. Good luck!
Mark
Impromark said:
Mine was also sourced from the States as Newegg in Canada didn't have it at the time, Best Buy here STILL doesn't, and $259 USD on sale was worth the trouble of getting it brought up here by a family member.
The Quick Remote app DOES work on my Telus cable setup. I used the AT&T option and it works just fine. I don't know if Rogers, etc. would work, but one of the options just might be an equivalent. Good luck!
Mark
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Am on videotron they use a cisco or samsung cable box.
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Am on videotron they use a cisco or samsung cable box.
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Ah, so you're out East.. I don't think Vidéotron equipment is any different than those used in the States, nor would it be unique to Quebec or wherever you are. I suggest just going through the available selections and see if one works for you. That's what I did.
Mark
Will do. You ate on cable or satellite? What is the make If the cable box
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Will do. You ate on cable or satellite? What is the make If the cable box
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Telus digital cable. I'll check the make of the box, but honestly the best thing is to cycle through the available options in the Q Remote. I found AT&T compatibility within two minutes, though to be fair I went alphabetically.
Mark
Did that and found 2cable companies that worked. Weird that thistablet still has not been released in canada where lg traditionally sells well.I imagine there will need to be a Canadian version of the lg software to include Canadian cable companies. Right now there are 3versions of the firmware. A,C,E. Am guessing it's American Europe and China.
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By the way how it's your battery life.that and the little blue line are my only issues and they are not enough for me to consider returning this tablet. Had a nexus 7 2013 model beforewhich had brighter screen but I lost it forgetting it on the airplane. Having a note 3I felt the nexus 7was too similar in size. This is the perfect size for a tablet. Wish there were more accessories. Bought the ivso case and will use that when I need to but prefer it caselessSri if they ever had a case cover like the iPad mini would love that
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Canadoc said:
By the way how it's your battery life.that and the little blue line are my only issues and they are not enough for me to consider returning this tablet. Had a nexus 7 2013 model beforewhich had brighter screen but I lost it forgetting it on the airplane. Having a note 3I felt the nexus 7was too similar in size. This is the perfect size for a tablet. Wish there were more accessories. Bought the ivso case and will use that when I need to but prefer it caselessSri if they ever had a case cover like the iPad mini would love that
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Drifting from topic, but my battery life is about the same as most reviews. I haven't put it through any rigorous testing, but when watching movies or YouTube on the unit it holds up any two hours in a row that I'd need it, I have it plugged in while at my desk at work, and standby time is awesome. I noticed the blue line, but I had to look really, REALLY hard for it so in practice it's not an issue for me. No appreciable light bleed either. I use it indoors so brightness isn't a huge issue, but for the list price it should have been brighter.
This is a keeper for me - I'm keeping this case as well and may get the IVSO in Red when it becomes available on Amazon.ca in a couple months. I miss a cover for the actual screen on this thing, but as long as I'm not outside or traveling (I *do* travel for work, so we'll see in the long run) this will do just fine.
Mark
Hey guys,
Nice review Mark! I was looking to get a silicon case quickly and this was the cheapest to do that so I got one from eBay, shipping from Germany to the UK and it's already been dispatched so should be here next week sort of time. I got it in red and will have some photos up when it arrives.
The VOIA case looks nice but, I will see how this one turns out before I get that guy, I have done the whole folding cover thing with the N7 and they never got used so I will stick with silicon this time around
Tom.
No worries Toyface! I've had the TPU case for a week now and have already taken it on a business trip with me. I find it unobtrusive and very comfortable to hold in one hand, with the grippy texture on the back. The volume and power buttons are not tougher to use at all. I've even gotten used to the fingerprints on the shiny parts. The ONLY downside is that on some of the USB plugs I've used since the video, some of them do deform the rubber on the lip a little. I doubt this will be a long term issue though, it springs right back when I unplug it.
On real-life bumps: when the tablet slid off of a chair during an airplane landing (my bad, it was sitting on my coat and fell off as the plane was braking), it landed face down and had no damage. Incidentally, my headphone jack was plugged in and while the jack was bent, the tablet was undamaged and kept working with the earphones. Point LG!
Finally, when I carry this thing around outside, I use a slipcase for an old Acer netbook. Not the most ideal shape, and I may get a more form-fitting one eventually, but it works. It's to the point where I may not get the IVSO / generic flip case after all, as this is working just fine for me.
Please post some pics of your red version when you get it!
Mark
So, my case arrived a couple of days ago. Post from Germany to England was very good and the eBay seller (phonenatic) was pretty great really.
So far,I think the case is pretty good, but I hate the color. It's supposed to be red, but in reality it's more pinkish than anything else. Cutouts are all good (as you see in the photos) and it has thick lip around the screen so landing flat shouldn't be too bad there. This one came with two screen protectors, I fitted one then removed it a day later, I just hate screen protectors. it was very easy to get on there though.
Tom.
Thanks for posting those pics! You're right, with the white version of the G Pad in there the red is muted somewhat to look more pinkish... I'm wondering if it'd look darked with a black version in there.
Mark