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Has anyone made or used a car mount that holds the Captivate with Bodygloves case installed? I am not looking for the universal kinds that you put the phone in and squeeze the sides, I would like something more custom.
I recall seeing some people using a gps mount and heating it slightly to adjust the clip so that it would hold the phone tightly. Can't recall more details on which one but perhaps this will lead you to being able to dig up the thread.
I recall that one too, I was hopeing maybe someone found an off the shelf item that might fit the body glove.
I posted mine in the Accessories subforum, where this post should have been made.
The GPS. Mount mod work fine on my phone with bodyglove on it.
Hey guys, anyone know if, for the Galaxy Note 2, a metal back cover instead of the original plastic one is available to purchase from anywhere?
I want to my note 2 to have a metal back and a case is just not cutting it due to the added bulkiness, it would be much easier if instead of the detachable plastic cover, a metal cover is attached instead.
Now i know that the original plastic cover has an NFC antenna within it so im not sure if this is why im unable to find one online.
Any ideas?
The phone has been out for 3 days....give it some time.
Thanks for the reply, very useful
Keep checking ebay. I'm sure some Chinese ones will be popping up here real soon.
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Wouldn't it cause interference problems? I'm no expert here...so probably wrong; but I assume samsung uses crap plastic because it would block the signals, or at least cause problems.
It would indeed. Unless they embedded some antennae into it and had a way to connect it to the main device antennae (all of them), it'll just reduce signal strength.
A metal back cover would stop NFC working and probably interfere with general signal too.
A rubber or textured back would be a nice option
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A rubber or textured back would be a nice option
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I like the feel of some of the HTC phones.Where they use a metal back with some sort of rubberised coating. Would be nice to have a back cover with that kind of texture, even if made of plastic
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I had a brushed aluminium back on my note 1 which I bought from ebay it was sent from hong kong. Like the others said give it a couple of weeks and there will be new accessories appearing on ebay.
Im on the lookout for a desk dock and maybe an inductive charging kit
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I would be quite happy with a back cover like the one on the blue Note 1
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I would be quite happy with a back cover like the one on the blue Note 1
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I'd definitely like that. I'd also like to see a manufacturer (whether Samsung or 3rd party) come out with a replacement cover that also has an integrated kickstand.
I think others have used Plasti-Dip to coat battery covers in order to give a more 'rubberized' feel. I know I'm going to be looking at something like that when I can finally get one out of Verizon.
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Alot of people are replying that a different case would intefer with th NFC.
As stated originally, I am aware of this, so when I ask of any alternatives, I ask with the NFC issue dealt with.
IMO, A plastic back is not worthy of my note 2 :good:
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Alot of people are replying that a different case would intefer with th NFC.
As stated originally, I am aware of this, so when I ask of any alternatives, I ask with the NFC issue dealt with.
IMO, A plastic back is not worthy of my note 2 :good:
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ANY metal case WILL kill your signal UNLESS it's also designed to function as an antenna; which isn't going to happen. So you can either get used to the plastic back, deal with losing some functionality, or get a different phone.
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ANY metal case WILL kill your signal UNLESS it's also designed to function as an antenna; which isn't going to happen. So you can either get used to the plastic back, deal with losing some functionality, or get a different phone.
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I'm guessing you didn't read what I wrote despite you quoting it lol. If you read, I asked, with the nfc issue sorted. So in simpler words for you, a case supporting nfc.
Instead you just told me something I already know..
If you don't know of any, then next time you don't need to reply, as rather than answering my question all you just did is try to sound knowledgeable. Well done.
Anyway, asking questions on xda seems to get a lot of hate. Just read 2 other threads and it was filled with blunt, unhelpful replies.
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I'm guessing you didn't read what I wrote despite you quoting it lol. If you read, I asked, with the nfc issue sorted. So in simpler words for you, a case supporting nfc.
Instead you just told me something I already know..
If you don't know of any, then next time you don't need to reply, as rather than answering my question all you just did is try to sound knowledgeable. Well done.
Anyway, asking questions on xda seems to get a lot of hate. Just read 2 other threads and it was filled with blunt, unhelpful replies.
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I think he was referring more to the fact that you will lose your GSM radio signal with a metal back cover, he was not referring to the NFC.
Personally I think the plastic/polycarbonate material they use for the note 2 is of high quality and keeps the phone light yet strong and keeps radio performance at it's best...
Perhaps the note 2 isn't for you if you feel the quality is that bad?
If he was referring to the gsm, then my bad.
The note 2 is perfect, I had the Dell streak before the note series etc as I'm in love 5" phabs,
I just wondered if alternatives were available, the current back looks good but I'm just a fan of metal covers.
So don't get it wrong as I'm not slating the current back.
So anyway, if it's not available then never mind, curiosity was just asking.
There is another thread on here in this section which mentions some soon to be released alternative back covers for the GN2. They look metallic but not sure if they are actually metal... there is a lovelly carbon fiber effect one too
Great, just found it,
I think I'll stick with the original for now as original is always best looking, but I hope after a while a decent amount of accessories get produced as these days if it's not Iphone it gets slept on.
Hey guys. I was just wondering if anyone knew if the Gameklip for the original note would work for our note 2. Or does someone knw of a diff kind of clip for the ps3 controller.
Edit: just received my universal gameklip with the case and its is awesome.
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I have the GK for the SG3 & was wondering the same thing.
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I have the GK for the SG3 & was wondering the same thing.
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I have the GameKlip for the Note 1 and the Note 2 will NOT fit. The Note 2 is too long for a proper fit. Hopefully he makes one for the Note 2 soon.
All I needed to know. Thanks
Thread closed!
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Gameklip is now offering 2 models only. One for the SG3 and a universal one that attaches to a case for your phone with a 3M adhesive strip. They have cases for the Note 2 for $2.95, it's a generic TPU type. The wireless model plus case plus shipping to my house came to $21. The case attaches permanently to the klip so you will have to switch out any case you now have each time to use it. I have the Samsung protective case that slips off an on easily so I decided to go ahead and get the universal "case mount" since I would have had to take it off anyway with the old style system because it fit the phone too tightly to use with a case anyway. I will report back on the fit and quality once I receive the package.
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Gameklip is now offering 2 models only. One for the SG3 and a universal one that attaches to a case for your phone with a 3M adhesive strip. They have cases for the Note 2 for $2.95, it's a generic TPU type. The wireless model plus case plus shipping to my house came to $21. The case attaches permanently to the klip so you will have to switch out any case you now have each time to use it. I have the Samsung protective case that slips off an on easily so I decided to go ahead and get the universal "case mount" since I would have had to take it off anyway with the old style system because it fit the phone too tightly to use with a case anyway. I will report back on the fit and quality once I receive the package.
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yup we just ordered a handful for christmas
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwjBWDhm9xU&feature=share
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whoaw, i wan't this.. what are the specific things to order from them for our gn2?
I'm disappointed with this version. I was hoping for car holder universal style arms instead of just a sticky thing to the back of a case but oh well is not like we have too many options so I will have to buy either way.
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I just bought the moga controller before I saw this. I would get this if they made it same as they have for galaxy s3 and not some cheap tape solution.
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Actually I'm going to wait for something better... this is not very nice at all now. :thumbdown:
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he needs to make one specifically for the note 2 ;(
well there is also the spider stand solution
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http://www.google.com/search?q=spid...nt-us&sa=X&v=200400000&tbm=shop&action=devloc
The note 2 is a gaming powehouse. He should definitely make one specifically for this phone. I dont like the idea of swapping cases just to use it.
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Considering the fact that the Note 2 is kinda heavy and rather big, i don't trust that sticky tape to hold my precious.
But, i've just bought a PS3 Sixaxis for the Note
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The note 2 is a gaming powehouse. He should definitely make one specifically for this phone. I dont like the idea of swapping cases just to use it.
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You would have to take off any case anyway because the versions made for specific phones fit too tightly to allow you to place the phone plus case into the klip. You can't expect an option for every phone/case combination. If it fits tight enough to hold the naked phone securely it won't accommodate the phone plus case.
Magnumutz said:
Considering the fact that the Note 2 is kinda heavy and rather big, i don't trust that sticky tape to hold my precious.
But, i've just bought a PS3 Sixaxis for the Note
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3M adhesive strips are way more reliable than sticky tape. Automomile manufactures use it to attach heavy items to vehicles that are subjected to much greater stress than you will ever
subject your phone to (unless you plan on throwing it when the game gets frustrating). Just clean the attachment point with alcohol before applying and you won't need to worry about it coming off under normal use.
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(unless you plan on throwing it when the game gets frustrating)
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Now that might be a problem, i broke a few keyboards and mice in my "gaming career"
gatorrph said:
You would have to take off any case anyway because the versions made for specific phones fit too tightly to allow you to place the phone plus case into the klip. You can't expect an option for every phone/case combination. If it fits tight enough to hold the naked phone securely it won't accommodate the phone plus case.
3M adhesive strips are way more reliable than sticky tape. Automomile manufactures use it to attach heavy items to vehicles that are subjected to much greater stress than you will ever
subject your phone to (unless you plan on throwing it when the game gets frustrating). Just clean the attachment point with alcohol before applying and you won't need to worry about it coming off under normal use.
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It may hold but it's an ugly solution. Make a note 2 compatible version like they do for sgs3.
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sabre31 said:
It may hold but it's an ugly solution. Make a note 2 compatible version like they do for sgs3.
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I actually think it will look better than the plastic arms wrapping around the naked phone. This way the case and phone will be appear to be an integral part of the device rather than an apparent add on. Also, when I was thinking of ordering one like the original I worried that those arms, being made of rigid plastic and fitting tightly enough to keep the phone from dropping out, would eventually cause visible wear on the phone's body with repeated insertions. That should be no problem with a soft flexible case. Additionally, on the theory that the phone will eventually be replaced, it will be possible to remove the case and fit one for the Note 3, 4 or 5 to the device with a new adhesive strip. All in all it appears to be a pretty clever one size fits all solution for the multitude of devices in the market. I got notification that mine has shipped so I will soon have a better idea of how well it actually fits and will report back.
You make a lot of valid points let us know how you like it.
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If you bought one for your original note that WILL WORK! I shoved my note 2 in it to see and it was way to strainful, so I decided to take a lighter to heat one side up to let it adjust to the longer phone, not it fits in perfect nice and tight and no issues at all!
Notice how the right side is angled a little, I can still shake it around and everything and its very sturdy still
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Hey guys, has anyone come across such a case. I've seen a lot of it available for the iPad but it would be really helpful having one for the Note 2 so I can somewhat replace or refrain from using/carrying my laptop everywhere I go.
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Hey guys, has anyone come across such a case. I've seen a lot of it available for the iPad but it would be really helpful having one for the Note 2 so I can somewhat replace or refrain from using/carrying my laptop everywhere I go.
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I'm interested in this too.
Ok so I'm planning on designing a case for the new HTC One, I need to incorporate magnets into the back of the case (Just along the right hand side as you face the rear of the device) and I wanted to know if the constant presence of these magnets would effect the device in any way? The magnets only have 0.55Kg pull, what do you guys think?
If its all good I'll unveil my case after completion...
Thanks!
Anyone?
It will interfere with the built in compass making it useless
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