Hi all,
Waiting eagerly for my Nexus S (hope I'll receive it next week), I have started looking for cases, sleeves, pouches and so on for it.
I have had a I8000 Omnia2 which had a sleeve (or pouch) that was perfect for me. It was a stock one that came with the cell phone, and it had a hole exactly over the speaker position. It's this one here, but it has no picture of the back, where the hole is placed.
I see that Nexus S doesn't have an original case or sleeve by Samsung. Is there any for sale that also has some kind of hole over the speaker position in Nexus S, so that I can use it without muffling its sound?
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Hi all, after some advice re a car mount for my wonderful little gadget. I have a pdair leather case and as I use my phone a bit in my car (tomtom and some calls and even listening to podcasts etc) I am going to get a car mount and want opinions on the pdair mount http://www.amazon.co.uk/PDair-Sucti...2?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1267533319&sr=8-2 or the "arm type" mount http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/WINDSCREEN-SU...ries_MobilePhoneBatteries?hash=item5190b13e3c (or something along that line)... any help/advice would be appreciated...
FEI I am leaning more to the pdair version as I wont have to keep taking my phone out of the case and then puting it back in... but the arm type would prob be sturdier... decisions decisions...
I can only comment on the second item - as that is what I bought (along with a PDAir pouch for the HD2).
It holds well onto the windscreen and is reasonably solid. The unit doesn't really need the retaining clip at the top of the phone (unless you are doing some serious off-roading).
The only problem I have found is the length the holder is away from the windscreen. With most cars now coming with very sloping windscreens and the size of the HD2, you may find it very awkward to install and remove the HD2 from the holder (not a problem if you are fitting it portrait ways). My first attempt was to tilt the holder so that the top of the phone was closer to me than the bottom of the phone. Since I prefer to look at the phone without this incline, I used an old Adhesive plate (that came with my old car holder kit for a HTC Diamond), mounted that on the dashboard and attached the car kit to that.
I bought from this ebay seller and it doesn't come with a charger, yet you can buy the same item for the same price on ebay that do include a charger.
Thanks for the info Fred... I ordered one and will see how it works out... the dashboard trick sounds right along the lines I was thinking...
Hi all,
I have recently switched to the Streak from owning all models of the iphone, and have not looked back. Such an awesome device, and android is great. Anyways, I had owned a case for my 3gs and Iphone 4 called the Mogotalk xd. It is a bluetooth/case/charger that keeps an extremely thin and very good bluetooth on the back of your phone. I have missed it very much, especially since the streak is huge and could really benefit from one of these...The product is very smart, and very thin...but this isn't a review, so you can check it out their site, which I can't link yet...just google or youtube it...
I contact ID8 support to ask if they would be making these cases for other devices, and they replied back that they would not. So, I decided to mod mine for my streak, and post it here in case anyone else wants to do the same. It came out very well I think, and was very easy...extremely useful...
I started by removing the felt lining (just peeled out), then, after messing around a bit, decided to just take an exacto knife to the rubber for the sides of the iphone. I cut right along the back of the case, so as to have a close fit. Pics attached ( I also cannot link pictures yet :-C)
I have 2 battery covers, so I then attached it with double sided tape (temporary, as I am looking for some way incorporate a kickstand next). I lined up the top of the case with the top of the battery cover. It still slides on fine. If someone wanted to, they could probably dremel the top of the case to fit perfectly on the battery cover, as the camera hole unfortunately is horizontal...and there are no electronics on the top half (bottom has charging port) The only thing you really lose is a few millimeters of thickness...but this thing is thin (still fits tightly in the car dock from dell) And now I have bluetooth that charges on my phone and is always with me. Really easy to do, and definitely worth it if you like talking on your phone, as this can be difficult with the streak. Let me know if you have any questions...you can pick this up on amazon or other sites for around 40-45 dollars..its worth it..
One thing to be careful of there is the battery compartment door. There's a power switch inside the Streak that's activated by a pin on the door and if the door moves your Streak will power down. This is a known problem with nothing on the door so I don't know how yours will behave with the extra weight/bulk hanging off it. I know good comfortable earpieces are hard to find so maybe you could incorporate the BT holder into another case instead of attaching it directly to the streak?
I thought about that, and it would be very easy for someone who wanted a case...however, I do not...The Case/bluetooth is extremely light, and for some reason, the battery cover now fits much more tightly in place..its not going anywhere...It would be really easy to just cut out out the back of a case, especially a silicone one, to fit...or to cut the top half as I said before and fit it into a hard case...
So I just got my Nexus S yesterday, I love it, but... right about now, I'm feeling extremely dumb. Either that, or I have a horrible ear canal for listening to music.
I've tried everything to get the earbuds that came with the Nexus S to stay in my ear, but it just won't work. I've even watched YouTube videos to figure out how to get it to fit my ear. Something's wrong. No matter how deep in the ear canal I stick the earbuds, they won't stay for longer than 5 seconds. The slightest movement causes them to fall off.
Am I doing something wrong, or is this a common problem?
Is there a way to reduce the radius on the earbuds so I can try fitting them better in my ear? I really want to start using these standard headphones. They look extremely nice, and the rubber tips really enhance the sound, at least for the few seconds I manage to hold it in my ear. I don't want to go back to using my crappy Motorola ones. Help!
I was like this at the start when i first started to use in-ear earphones. I had to kinda force them into my ears. It was annoying at first but now its natural. Dunno if you are the same as me though
same problem here! I cant figure those damn things out lol. I had to go back to my iphone headset.
What headphone models have been comfortable for you?
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Had this same problem with the last few handsets I've had. The solution I found was to get some of those foam pads for the earbuds. The friction between the foam and your skin keeps the earbuds solidly in your ear. Without the foam, my earbuds constantly fell out which drove me insane.
i have small ears too, i hate ear buds headphones as it causes a lot of pain after 15 min when using over sized ear buds, which are "normal" sizes for big ear peoples
very few products over mini ear buds (normal sizes for us), like a couple of Sony Bluetooth headsets i found in the past.
so i always use headsets that have an ear hook
I find the cable causes the most problems, If I have the cable exiting downwards, I cannot push the earbud in far enough. The only way to get a good fit is to turn them upside down and have the cables looped over the top of my ears.
Haadkoe said:
Had this same problem with the last few handsets I've had. The solution I found was to get some of those foam pads for the earbuds. The friction between the foam and your skin keeps the earbuds solidly in your ear. Without the foam, my earbuds constantly fell out which drove me insane.
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Do you mean those black foam pads that used to come with iPods? Do you know where I can find one nowadays? Or is there an easy way to improvise?
And thanks for the response guys, assured me that I'm not the only one to have problems with earbuds.
If you're using in-ear headphones there are 2 solutions:
Comply Foam Tips - Super comfortable but a little bit too expensive for me considering you have to change them every month (or two).
Sony Hybrid Tips Comes in 4 different sizes so you can mix-and-match if your ear canals are not the same size. Very comfortable and durable.
NOTE: There are some "Replacement Sony Silicone Ear Tips" on eBay, most (or all) of them are not the genuine ones. Quality wise is OK but the material is harder than original Sony Hybrid Tips so they may not as fit and comfortable as the real ones.
I thought it was just me I'm living with em until i have enough cash to buy a nice new pair of cans.
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you can get some rubber ear bud, the one that came standard is too big for me, so i got some sony ones, they are quite expensive, but you can get the non sony one's, works just as good, but much cheaper.
non sony one set USD 0.64
sony from most country set of 3 (S.M.L) USD 10
sony from japan two set either XS, SS, S, M, L and other sizes in between USD 5.75
Try
I am an earbud addict, try these J3Ms: http://earbudreview.org/earbud-reviews/jbuds-j3j3m-earbud-review/ They come with different earbud pieces so if you have a big ear (it seems like), then you can swap them out for the big earbud pieces.
Thanks for all the suggestions guys, but is there anything I can do with these default ones?
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Thanks for all the suggestions guys, but is there anything I can do with these default ones?
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as mention, get some new earpads.
suksit said:
If you're using in-ear headphones there are 2 solutions:
Comply Foam Tips - Super comfortable but a little bit too expensive for me considering you have to change them every month (or two).
Sony Hybrid Tips Comes in 4 different sizes so you can mix-and-match if your ear canals are not the same size. Very comfortable and durable.
NOTE: There are some "Replacement Sony Silicone Ear Tips" on eBay, most (or all) of them are not the genuine ones. Quality wise is OK but the material is harder than original Sony Hybrid Tips so they may not as fit and comfortable as the real ones.
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I can vouch for comply tips. I use them with klipsch s4.. Outstanding.
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I just received my Bunker Ring from 'The Hi Shop' last week and I'm loving it so far. As someone with very small hands and a massive phone, I find myself dropping and having a very hard time of gripping the phone. This solves that problem. Although the ring is too big for my finger, it still works very well in providing excellent grip. I also looked into the FlyGrip but the price-point really pushed me away. $30 plus ~$14 shipping plus very likely brokerage fees with FedEx put me off. That being said, here are some of the features of the ring:
- 360 degree rotation in the ring (allows for a large variety of viewing positions for landscape and portrait)
- Kick stand (both landscape and portrait) in which viewing angles can be adjusted
- Reusable/easily removable adhesive (it's micro suction, you can wash it with water and it'll be as good as new; doesn't leave residue)
- Price (at only $20 plus $3 shipping, it's much cheaper than the FlyGrip)
Here's the link to where i bought it:
http://www.thehishop.com/ths-bunker...-permanent-adhesive-360-degree-rotatable.html
Hope this review was helpful!
Dimensions of the rectangular piece? Also what is the thickness of the entire assembly when snapped down?
Sent from galaxy note 2, tablet in my pocket! ^_^
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What case is that? Underneath the ring I mean.
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Android_Noob_2k12 said:
What case is that? Underneath the ring I mean.
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INCIPIO Samsung Galaxy Note II Dual PRO Shine Case
I also have the bunker ring but I only paid 6.37 for it. it's here on Ebay http://www.ebay.com/itm/251147580077?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649 It ships from China, but I received it in 11 days. Here it is on Amazon for $5.98 with shipping, http://www.amazon.com/Universal-Bunker-Holder-Iphone-Galaxy/dp/B009T11WYO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1359302268&sr=8-1&keywords=bunker+ring
You can definitely see the difference in quality between original and ebay one, just by looking at it. But I'm sure ebay one will work the same way. Oh, I just wish they would come up with some universal clamp so you don't have to stick it to the case and use it with any case.
I had the OEM bunker ring. Very nice. I liked it a lot on my Note 1. However, after using it for about 6-12 months, it started flipping in the opposite direction. Over time, it got very loose and would no longer function as a portrait stand.
Recently I purchased the cheaper ebay version. It's very hard to twist to make it 90 degrees so you can put your finger in it. I have to use two hands whereas with the original, I could do it with one hand. At the same time, the good thing about the ebay version is that because it's stiff, it'll also less likely move in the wrong direction (picture the ring flat but in the wrong direction). Also, the hinge on the ebay version is completely plastic. This means it'll likely give and wear down over time...but then again, it only cost me 6 bucks vs 20.
In the end, I'd prefer the OEM version, if only they could improve the hinge. But in it's current state, I had to remove it. I'm using the ebay one now.
Have anoyone here tried one of the Noreve leather cases for the Z2 Tablet?
Noreve web site
If so, do you like it?
I am SO tempted to get one of the cases in Patine finish, but they are so fracking expensive... so before I shell out around €150 on a case, any feedback on them?
I like the magnetic flap on the Tradition B version, but at the same time I would like to be able to flip the cover all the way around on the back. From the pictures I'm not sure that is possible.
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Have anoyone here tried one of the Noreve leather cases for the Z2 Tablet?
If so, do you like it?
I am SO tempted to get one of the cases in Patine finish, but they are so fracking expensive... so before I shell out around €150 on a case, any feedback on them?
I like the magnetic flap on the Tradition B version, but at the same time I would like to be able to flip the cover all the way around on the back. From the pictures I'm not sure that is possible.
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I just had to put my brand-spanker Xperia Z2 4G LTE into a really good quality case, after all, i had just laid out a fairly good chunk on the tablet itself and i felt it needed to be in something that afforded good protection. My search found that there are not that many choices and the Sony made unit is not (to me) that fantastic. I settled on the standard Noreve Euro70.75 (shipping included) unit which worked out cheaper than the locally priced and supplied Sony unit anyway.
The fact it's made of real leather imparts an instant sense of quality (and smell). Its been in use just over a week and is 'wearing-in' without any problems yet but a few months might be a better time period before making any claims.
I like that all the connects are available and accessible but i did spring for a DeFF microUSB>Xperia magnetic attach charger adapter plug so i don't have to constantly dig open the USB 'door' just to do a charge.
The Noreve case came via DHL to New Zealand in 4 days, they provided all the courier tracking info. It was packed in a bubble bagged, very presentable box inside a classy presentation bright red drawstring bag with the Logo and "Saint Tropez" printed upon it. The whole thing shouts quality at you... or intends to.
I am not sure if you can get a patina finished unit, i don't see that info on their site for the Z2. I sprung for the smooth finish look (and not the tab clip option) so that the whole kit slides into my satchel next the iPad i need to also use for my work...with the tab arrangement i assume would easily become damaged.
The screen switches 'to black' works too upon closing the Noreve case which holds closed via a couple of clips.
So far i am happy with my purchase...
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I am not sure if you can get a patina finished unit, i don't see that info on their site for the Z2. I sprung for the smooth finish look (and not the tab clip option) so that the whole kit slides into my satchel next the iPad i need to also use for my work...with the tab arrangement i assume would easily become damaged.
The screen switches 'to black' works too upon closing the Noreve case which holds closed via a couple of clips.
So far i am happy with my purchase...
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Thanks for the reply! ☺
The "patina" option is available for me at least, it's at the end of the drop-down.
When you turn the front cover all the way around, will the clips stick out or can you lay it flat on a table?
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UgloBuglo said:
Thanks for the reply! ☺
The "patina" option is available for me at least, it's at the end of the drop-down.
When you turn the front cover all the way around, will the clips stick out or can you lay it flat on a table?
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Yes, i missed delving that deeply into the Noreve site. Patina look would certainly give some added class... and maybe a bit of security in that the the Xperia takes on the of some really old valueless writing compendium that an opportunist thief would likely overlook.
The rigid clips (holding tabs) remain vertical so when the top is turned over as you describe they are digging directly in to a table surface. That is going to be the first contact point i expect wear, even damage. So far i have been aware of it but most of my work i hold the device in my left hand cradled up my arm in Landscape mode. I have worked like this with an iPad since the dawn of time so i'm used to it i guess.
I'll accommodate the extended Noreve clips/tabs thing when its not in my hands when at my work at my deskby using the large (company issue) multi-sheet paper blotter we all still have and by careful positioning the tabs will clear the desk, overhanging the blotter... (basically its a workaround)..