Cradle/Dock? - LG Optimus 4X HD

Are there any usable, elegant Docks for our 4X? I guess there's a few Universal MicroUSB Docks around, but are they nice? I'd be a bit worried about the rather small MicroUSB connector.

I use a cheap Samsung Galaxy SII deck stand from ebay and it fits perfectly and charges.

There is an elegant looking dock in the german amazon store. (Since the same thing gets sold by 3 different merchants I guess it's available in other countries as well):
http://www.amazon.de/mumbi-Optimus-4X-Dockingstation-Ladestation/dp/B0091R85UK/ref=pd_ybh_17
I will probably buy one in a few days and give feedback if it's worth the money (The gap between the dock and the device looks like it could damage the USB-Port)

Hidden92 said:
There is an elegant looking dock in the german amazon store. (Since the same thing gets sold by 3 different merchants I guess it's available in other countries as well):
http://www.amazon.de/mumbi-Optimus-4X-Dockingstation-Ladestation/dp/B0091R85UK/ref=pd_ybh_17
I will probably buy one in a few days and give feedback if it's worth the money (The gap between the dock and the device looks like it could damage the USB-Port)
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im goin to fix that myself, im going to get doube sized tape (1mm thick) and put the nfc tag on it, then stick it there, and then it would be in dekstop mode at the dock, thats how im going to fix it

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Nexus 7 good pouch case ? is there a good one?

Like the title states, I soon will get 32GB+3G version of it, thinking to buy the dock when it comes out.
I now have Galaxy Nexus, long story short, I liked the dock that was in the first time Google showed it, after that there was bug in firmware, I could not find it for cheap and have no money, I waited and waited, and finally after some month of waiting, I put my hands on some accessories for it, that was the desktop multimedia dock, genuine MHL & OTG Samsung adapters, an extended battery (in retail pack btw), and the last but not least was the SGP Crumena case in black, my problem was that I needed a case but one I can get the device in and out quickly, neprene pouches are crap and looks cheap, so the leather pouch was a perfect solution with addition with the strap on the back and magnet is just the best.
I sent them a question if it possible to make me a custom case, till they answer, is there any other leather case out there that have a strap and magnet the some of you use and/or can recommend me? as you understand I will use the dock, so again I back for the same solution :silly: damn why they make a dock that cant hold a device with a case? sure the Galaxy Nexus designed for both standard and extended batter/cover, but that it, 3rd party docks are ok, but what good it will do with stress to the USB connector? even 3rd party docks for iPhones & iPods have interchangeable thing to fit with a case, just reminds me of same ****ing story with BB 9700 and a dock, it's like it chasing me from then, I admit it, I love docks, even if the just works as only stand and charger.
Well I think I will go with that one
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Deluxe-Mo...lePhonesCasesPouches&var=&hash=item826aef259a
some good comments about it.
Yep, I have the green one. Love mine.
Still no answer from SGP, but I checked out other MOFi products and very impressed, I'w seen there a 7XL size pouch:
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z10.3.0.109.x4SCU6&id=9236794437&
but have one concern the depth is 20mm, isn't it will be to lose inside?
For my Galaxy Nexus I will go for 5XL phone size:
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z10.1.3794121-713565359.24.Ev7wgS&id=15320374460
but it 10mm in depth, so that why I think 7XL size will be on a loose side..

Gear Live Repairability via ifixit

This is a great guide to repairing our Gear Live watches that may come in handy with the reports of broken charger tabs. It actually looks like a pretty easy job to replace the back cover providing that they're available to purchase.
https://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Samsung+Gear+Live+Teardown/27038
If this is in the wrong section, feel free to move it to a more appropriate location.
A piece of plastic chipped off the back of my watch and the clasp on the left hand side of my charging dock broke yesterday. I have to use a piece of tape to hold watch against pins. That took only a month to happen. Pisses me off because I didn't listen to the reviewers or forums. Think I may grab a 360 if Samsung won't fix it. I bought it off eBay brand new last month, so I don't know how that's all gonna work. You pay $250 (or whatever the final price is) and the back is plastic as well as the charging dock. Live and learn I guess. I still love the hell out of the watch, but DEFINETELY see this same exact thing happening to a lot of folks.

[Q] still buy a dock?

Hi i have owned the tablet for less then a year. Is it worth it to still invest in a dock among other things? Would you still at this stage? Its expensive. Is it like goo? Thnx.
Buy a dock?
Just went with the Zaggs universal. Has no USB, extended battery or hdd but is bluetooth and works very well. No problems with the tablet tipping and very easy to remove the tablet. Unlike many others I've seen this is a hard case and offers better protection. On the downside, it doubles the weight of the tablet .
Still worth it if you want a reliable keyboard and can do without the extras the dock provides.
Personally, I have had no issues with the dock. It's a little rough adding and removing but I want a snug fit. I really like the extra 10 hrs of battery as well as the USB, and sd card slot. To me, the extra battery is the main reason I got it.
SirDevan said:
Personally, I have had no issues with the dock. It's a little rough adding and removing but I want a snug fit. I really like the extra 10 hrs of battery as well as the USB, and sd card slot. To me, the extra battery is the main reason I got it.
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It looks quite nice I think its just a bit too expensive for me.
Otherwise I guess it would be quite useful.
The thing is I dropped the tablet a couple times and if something were to happen to it, which it could, I would want to fix it myself or say to hell with it.
I just recently replaced the usb port on the nexus 7 2012. Good as new. Thankfully they had plenty of those among other things and guides on how to fix it.
You can get a dock for this right now on Woot for 20$ including shipping.... Highly recommend it.
The extra battery life makes this something you can take on vacation and leave your lap top at home
Here’s your dock and I doubt anything else will come as cheap
Asus Transformer Pad Keyboard Dock TF701T - $16.99 + $5 standard shipping
https://computers.woot.com/offers/a...1t?utm_source=wootappatlanta&utm_medium=share
Looks like you reading are in luck, I am selling one brand new and the date on the back is 2014.04
https://www.ebay.com/itm/ASUS-TF701...-Keyboard-Add-on-Battery-USB-3-0/283565558873

[Review] Aerios Moduul Smartwatch Dock (LG G Watch R)

Aerios makes the best Smartwatch Docks, IMHO. I ordered it and the package arrived today. Just a few days after ordering. I'm in the USA and they are in Australia. It was shipped FedEx Express. Keep in mind, the amount shown on the web site is Australian Dollars, not US Dollars. So do the conversion, and the dock + shipping probably costs far less for most of you. Don't let the displayed price give you sticker shock .
The dock comes in a nice box, with an additional 3 foot charge cable. Either the supplied cable or another can be used. The hole in the dock for a microUSB is big enough for any I have ever seen. But the supplied one fits the most snug and fills the full whole. In the photos, I'm using a Blackberry MicroUSB charger.
Far as types they offer. Although they have Black with Walnut and Silver with Oak, the Silver with Oak is the only one in stock today.
The bottom of the dock, has a pad with a plastic cover. If you remove the plastic, there is sticky stuff on the bottom, in case you want to hold the dock in place on a desk. You have to supply your own round charger dock, to insert in the wooden circular cut out, and you need your own USB power plug to use with the cable.
I've attached many pictures, which I hope tell the story best.
I'll be happy to answer any questions.
I also received mine yesterday, really a quality product! The only issue I have is that my leather (closed) watch strap is a little too stiff and a too heavy: it "pushes" the watch a little away from the pins ... so I guess I have to manually modify the stand (top and bottom chamfered) in order to keep my watch connected. Do you also experience that problem?
Troxelke said:
I also received mine yesterday, really a quality product! The only issue I have is that my leather (closed) watch strap is a little too stiff and a too heavy: it "pushes" the watch a little away from the pins ... so I guess I have to manually modify the stand (top and bottom chamfered) in order to keep my watch connected. Do you also experience that problem?
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See the strap in the photos showing my watch. I replaced the strap.
I've never been a real "fan" of LG's pin charger dock. I've had issues positioning things right, even on a flat surface. It takes a moment to position things "just right" in the Aerios dock, but it looks so sweet once in place. I don't blame Aerios, since I had issues with positioning before getting their dock. My strap does not cause the watch to fall off though. The stock leather strap is a bit heavier. Just make sure you position things well. I would not buy a new strap just to test if it works better if I were you.
I just got Wear Charging Widget and it looks really nice on the dock. Also, here's a related article about the widget. It is the only thing I've found that keeps the watch showing anything the entire time it is charging.
Darnell_Chat_TN said:
I just got Wear Charging Widget and it looks really nice on the dock. Also, here's a related article about the widget. It is the only thing I've found that keeps the watch showing anything the entire time it is charging.
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Just got my silver version in. Ordered earlier this week and just got it today. FAST from AUS to TX, USA!! I think the shipping alone cost a good penny lol. For my take....the stand is very very well done. I also picked up the shapeways one last month. And to compare, this one is much more polished but because I use a lot of third party watch bands on my LG G Watch, the current band kind of pushes the lg dock charger out a bit. Whereas the one I have at home has a deeper cavity to house the lg charger and the angle on this is a tad too vertical. I need to grab some double sided tape to hold into place.
I have my Brembo stick that works a bit better for $20 bux lol. But doesn't look as good lol. Do I like it? Yes, would I recommend it? for $60 bux shipped, I want to say...I'm on the border on this. If you like the look of it, then go for it. I am ok with it. It somewhat matches my desk a bit at work. But I would recommend the Shapeways one for sure. I use that every night without issue.

[Q] Advice for best wireless charger

best wireless charger? should you take the original samsung or is there a valid alternative? I would like to not risk ruining the USB port for prolonged use.
"Best" is always is arguable/opinionated. First one I ever bought (for my Note 5) was by Chotech. That thing overheated itself & my phone. I'm sure there are good 3rd party chargers out there now but I won't try them again (not anytime soon anyway).
I'm not a fan of the past 2 Samsung ones (the bulky one that flips up & the one that stands up). The one I prefer is the generation right before those, the round fast charge one that just lays flat & uses micro USB. It has a fan built in that turns on when using fast charge. Only thing I don't like about it is the LED is bright with the lights off but I can live with that.
Unfortunately if you want to find one you have to be careful as there was many clones of them from China (not sure if they are still cloning them) but you can find genuine ones for $15 on ebay. I have 4 of them now.
how can you tell if it is genuine for 15$? it probobly copy..
Pomidoras said:
how can you tell if it is genuine for 15$? it probobly copy..
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It's an old model that's not sold/manufacturered anymore so price has gone way down. There are sellers who purchased large surplus lots of these. New in box but the boxes have damage.
At the time when these were still fairly new, the clones had completely different style boxes & usually did not come with the a fast charging adapter & cable. The font on the clones also looked slightly different.
I purchased my first one back when these came out so I know what the box looks like on the genuine ones. There were 2 style boxes but look basically the same, just minor color difference. And IIRC the clones did not have fans inside them.
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There are sellers who purchased large surplus lots of these. New in box but the boxes have damage.
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Many thanks for this advice. Could you possibly point us to any sellers?
shouren04 said:
I'm not a fan of the past 2 Samsung ones (the bulky one that flips up & the one that stands up). The one I prefer is the generation right before those, the round fast charge one that just lays flat & uses micro USB. It has a fan built in that turns on when using fast charge. Only thing I don't like about it is the LED is bright with the lights off but I can live with that.
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I also use this exact charger at home and work. It is the only "fast charger" that works with a thicker case like the Defender and Samsung Rugged protective case. You still need to find the "sweet spot" for it to charge (which gets easy to find when charging daily) with the thicker case but it does work.
Arnold_Layne said:
Many thanks for this advice. Could you possibly point us to any sellers?
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Unfortunately no, the sellers I purchased from are sold out. Search for "PN920TBEGUS" & look for the boxes like the one attached. There's also a newer version that looks similar but has a blue rubber ring. I think Amazon & B&H Photo still sells them.
xbmoyx said:
I also use this exact charger at home and work. It is the only "fast charger" that works with a thicker case like the Defender and Samsung Rugged protective case. You still need to find the "sweet spot" for it to charge (which gets easy to find when charging daily) with the thicker case but it does work.
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Yup that's the only downside but not a big deal for me. The newer chargers have 2-3 coils where as this one only has 1 coil placement.
So I've picked up 3 Seneo wireless chargers lately. 2 for home and 1 for work. So far they are all pretty good. Most recently this - https://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Charger-Seneo-Adapter-Standard/dp/B075VPGKMT which can be used flat or standing up.

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