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Small backpack?

Im looking for a small backpack for when I want to travel ultra light and just have my nexus 7, plus a few other bits and pieces.
I already have a 13" laptop backpack.. the only things I can seem to find online that are small in size are messenger style bags... as I do a lot of cycling to get about, I prefer backpacks though as messenger bags tend to swing about a bit whilst cycling.
Any links would be much appreciated!

Check out Oakley.
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Check out Oakley.
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Thanks... just checked out their site and they dont seem to have anything small

Belkin Slim Backpack?

How about a small modular style deployment bag like this one? They're good for small tech kits, are available from lots of places, and don't just come in camo.
http://www.aftactical.com/condorr-modular-style-deployment-bag.html
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Here's one if you don't mind a sling style:
http://www.amazon.com/Incase-CL55304-Nylon-Sling-Macbook/dp/B00404UDBS/&tag=engadget11-20
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No mention of cost so I will recommend chrome bags. I have 3 different styles that I use and they are well known for making bags that work well for bike couriers.
I use my most recent bag from them, victor, just as you describe. It is just big enough for my nexus, a few cables, a usb thumb drive and a wifi hotspot. The main pocket secures with wide strips of good, strong, durable velcro. I have no problem trusting it.
However, if you need something a little more versatile and secure, I would suggest getting a mini-metro. I have one of these as well and use it for anything and everything when I need a little more space than the victor. It is probably the best of the three that I have for cycling due to an extra strap that goes under the arm to keep the bag from moving. This one is a bit bigger than what you need but doesnt really seem big unless you stuff it.
I have the classic messenger also, but it is less secure/ loose so I would not recommend it for use as you have described unless you are just carrying stuff a short distance. This one is not as ideal for cycling.
Here are a few pics of the victor with the stuff I carry in it:
Chrome Victor
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No mention of cost so I will recommend chrome bags. I have 3 different styles that I use and they are well known for making bags that work well for bike couriers.
I use my most recent bag from them (victor) just as you describe. It is just big enough for my nexus, a few cables, a usb thumb drive and a wifi hotspot. The main pocket secures with wide strips of good, strong, durable velcro. I have no problem trusting it.
However, if you need something a little more versatile and secure, I would suggest getting a mini-metro. I have one of these as well and use it for anything and everything when I need a little more space than the victor. It is probably the best of the three that I have for cycling due to an extra strap that goes under the arm to keep the bag from moving. This one is a bit bigger than what you need but doesnt really seem big unless you stuff it.
I have the classic messenger also, but it is less secure/ loose so I would not recommend it for use as you have described unless you are just carrying stuff a short distance. This one is not as ideal for cycling.
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Try this one...
http://www.amazon.com/Timbuk2-Catap...e=UTF8&qid=1346122977&sr=1-9&keywords=timbuk2

I got this free when ordering summer gear and held my old Viewsonic Gtab well with accessories like headphones. Great little sling bag. I also have an old Oakley sling bag as well that is well made besides the zipper lol. Other than that, this lil thing rocks.
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http://www.eddiebauer.com/catalog/p...ePLA-_-Bags_and_Gear|Backpacks-_-1018856-_-NA

Check out the Camelbak Mule or Lobo. (sorry, they won't allow me to post a link) I have the mule and it works great. If you don't need the water reservoir you can use that pocket for your nexus 7, it is padded and fits in nicely. That leaves the main compartment for other things and the small pocket for keys, wallet, etc.
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booq boa squeeze, small but has many compartments, good for cycling since the depth isnt long
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Gramercy – CGB150
Messenger Sling
http://www.cocooninnovations.com/product_info.php?cat_id=65&product_id=194
Looks really nice.
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Gramercy – CGB150
Edit: I should know better to read the op ...
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I did read it, but I'm still going to recommend a messenger... The timbuk2 ipad mssenger is really good, and the strap tightens up so that it doesn't swing and actually sites really nicely on your back. The cushioned pouch is way big for the N7, and there's also a decent sized main compartment. On top you get a passport pocket, card holders, and a zip compartment with more slips inside it. Yet it's really small! I am amazed at how much I carry with this thing. IT's become my work bag, holiday bag, and festival bag all in one. I got it from Dell for £50 in the UK.
I know it's supposed to be backpack related, but I don't think that you'll have an issue with swing on this one, and it really is amazing quality for the money.
Having read this thread though, I really want the Chrome Victor too. Looks awesome.

I use a Kifaru E&E for the purpose you mention. It is more like a pouch with straps. Light and very well built.
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I use a Kifaru E&E for the purpose you mention. It is more like a pouch with straps. Light and very well built.
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I like that one. I have been looking at getting a maxpedition fatboy versapack eventually but this seems to be a contender for the same category. I will have this one bookmarked for when the Microsoft Surface Pro comes out.

Thanks for all the links guys, Im going to check them out this evening

Ok, so I've checked them all out.
The Belkin slim too big for my purposes... I already have the incase which is great, but Im now looking for something smaller. Ive shortlsted the following (btw, I didnt realise there was such a thing as a 'slingback' until today, these also seem to fit the purpose as the sit on the back) :-
Chrome Victor
Timbuk 2 catapult sling
Camelbak mini-mule or lobo
Eddie bauer slingpack
So these should give an idea of what I'm after if anybody else has anything else to suggest.... thanks in advance!

Are you in the US or Canada?
Take a look at daypacks for rock climbing - the smallest ones are usually big enough for a pair of climbing shoes, a water bottle, a chalk bag and a couple of snacks. You won't carry any of those, really, but the point is they're small packs.
In Canada, MECs got a few choices: http://www.mec.ca/AST/ShopMEC/Packs...newSortType=price&newSortOrder=ascending#list (sort by price, lowest to highest). The Blitz Crag Daypack is only 7.5L (450 cu. in).
You can probably find something similar in the States at REI or EMS.

Why not try looking for net book accessories. They're pretty small and will probably do the trick.
This one is leather so it might not be exactly what you're looking for.
Amazon

How about a street pack from Dakine? They're small, well made, and usually come with a lifetime warranty. I'm thinking the 13L would be a good bet. It's cheap too!
http://www.dakine.com/w/packs/street-packs
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Workout armband for the Note 2?

Does anyone know of a good workout armband case?
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I'm using this http://www.amphipod.com/products/holders/music/electronics/airflow-lite
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granny pouch.

There are several varieties available on Ebay.

I've got this vision of it looking like a medieval shield if I were to mount it on my arm.
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The best thing I ever did for using my phone while working out was get a bluetooth headset. Obviously that costs a little more than an armband though usually lol. I got the rocketfish ones off ebay for like 20 or 30 bucks though.

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The best thing I ever did for using my phone while working out was get a bluetooth headset. Obviously that costs a little more than an armband though usually lol. I got the rocketfish ones off ebay for like 20 or 30 bucks though.
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I usually use an armband and a bluetooth headset!

Here：http://dx.com/s/armband+case+Galaxy Read these reviews before you are going to place an order.

I still haven't decided on whether or not I want to take mine into the gym. Thanks for the link though, it'll help me make my decision.
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I am a loyal "tunebelt" fan and have used them since I had an HP Ipaq HX4700 about 8 years ago, I have an e-mail into them now asking what they have for the note 2. It will likely be their universal ab85 case but I will come back to this thread if/when I get an armband. i will also follow this thread to see what others come up with.
The items I see on amazon have a lot of plastic-y parts on the arm part, my tune belts have always been all neoprene with a plastic window, not the most "air flow" material. I cant bring myself to use one of these "packs".
Cant wait to develop the "note 2 farmer tan" lol.

I am waiting for my VZW Note 2 and I realized that for my kind of physical activities (Mtn Biking(Dirt Jumping specifically), Skiing, cycling) I am better off busting out my old iPod touch.. I dirtjump on my bike and I have broken 4 phones so far and I have learned my lesson.. I have an old iPod touch that I leave sitting in my car as my Music Hub with ~3000 songs on it that has turned into my "There is a possibility of killing this electronic device doing this activity" Device..
On my phones I use Spotify 95% of the time, but I figure I will just download a playlist of 200 songs I listen to most, on top of my already existing library and call it good.. If I am on the way to go ride, I can just kick up my hotspot and download music to the iPod then (less then ideal, but works)
Pros-
- I dont have to worry about breaking my pretty new N2.
- iPod is about half the size and the battery lasts 10x as long
- If I break my 6 year old iPod, I am not really any worse for the wear..
-Doesnt look like I have a cookie sheet hanging on my arm or in my back pocket..
Cons
- I cant use Spotify anywhere..
- Another device to manage..

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Does anyone know of a good workout armband case?
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HA! large phone joke. too easy. :laugh:

Does anyone else have any input on this? I really want to get a armband for this. I don't care how silly it looks. I get the last laugh while watching movies on my mini tv from my arm lol. I don't actually plan on watching anything but just having it secure on my arm rather then my pockets is what I am after.

i've been using one from ebay, seller named shimshop and the item is called "SAMSUNG GALAXY NOTE 2 II N7100 LTE SPORTS GYM RUNNING ARMBAND POUCH CASE COVER" and it works well. the only thing is that the headphone hole doesn't line up exactly with it, but you can simply fix that with a little cut with some scissors, the material doesn't rip more than what you cut, so dont worry about that.

Got this one for $5 shipped on Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009VOISGY/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00
It recently arrived. Shipping took a little longer (2-3 weeks) than expected but it works fine. It's a little tight with a TPU case on so I had to take it out and slip it in bare. :good: The padding is sufficient for me.

17 - 31 days for shipping? Damn that's a bit too long for me.
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I too having been scouring retail stores looking for an armband for my Note 2.
I'd love one that has an extra spot for a key, there's so much real estate that comes with a note 2 armband, whats a little storage? The above link looked promising but that's way too long to ship.

Urtehnoes said:
I too having been scouring retail stores looking for an armband for my Note 2.
I'd love one that has an extra spot for a key, there's so much real estate that comes with a note 2 armband, whats a little storage? The above link looked promising but that's way too long to ship.
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I mentioned above an ebay seller who I recently bought my armband from, this armband came with a key slot, my key fits very snug.
I also bought the amazon one that kipghost linked. I bought this one first before the ebay armband. The amazon armband's velcro wasn't as secure as I'd like, but the phone does fit well without any tpu case. I ordered mine from the $0.01 +shipping seller. One problem I noticed was that my volume keys kept getting pushed while I ran, turning up the volume really high or off randomly.

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Got this one for $5 shipped on Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009VOISGY/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00
It recently arrived. Shipping took a little longer (2-3 weeks) than expected but it works fine. It's a little tight with a TPU case on so I had to take it out and slip it in bare. :good: The padding is sufficient for me.
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So I ended up buying this one, got it in 11 days, so quicker than I expected. Going to try it out tomorrow.
EDIT: The band popped loose on my first rep at the gym. I can see this thing maybe working for cardio workouts for me, but not lifting. I don't know how big my biceps are but if you buy this and you try it on and only have the end of the strap coming through the loop before finding back over, it's unlikely it will work for you too.
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Thinking of picking this one up today. any thoughts on the other ones out there?
http://www.amazon.com/Running-Sport...id=1356025646&sr=1-14&keywords=Note+2+armband

[REVIEW] XENOMIX CD slot tablet car-mount

So after receiving my Xenomix car holder from eBay, I've decided to post a quick review.
While I was looking for a tablet car holder, one that doesn't use a windshield mount, vent mount, or any kind of glue solution, I came across the Xenomix SHG-4000 on eBay. Initially, I was gonna wait for the Mountek model, but they seem to take forever with the release. For around $30 and free shipping, I've decided to give this one a try. Shipping has been very fast; this product is made and shipped from South Korea (insert gangnam style joke here). Took less than 2 weeks, and that's amazing considering I've ordered it on the weekend before Xmas.
FYI, the CD player still works, while the bracket is on. The car in this setup is a 2011 Chevy Equinox, will be the same from 2010 and up, both Equinox and Terrain
Great packaging, and signature required upon delivery. The device is very well built, of high quality plastic, with a very nice smooth finish. The part that holds the tablet can slide up or down (that was important for my application), can fully rotate and also tilt anyway you want it, for about 30-40 degrees angle
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It comes with 3 separate rubber inserts for the CD, to accommodate different CD players openings. In my case I had to use the 2.5mm one, but 1.5 and 2 mm adapters are also provided. It also has 2 different tablet brackets with rubber padding, to fit slim or thicker devices. For the N7 the small one works great, even if you were to have a TPU case around it.
The 2 brackets that "hug" the tablet are individually controlled, so you can have one completely closed, while the other one is extended. Due to the positioning in my car, this is also important.
Because of the rather larger opening of my car's CD slot, I had to improvise a little, by adding 2 extra pads (not included) on the insert part
Anyway, here it is. Notice the awkward factory CD player location.
Here is the eBay link. Great seller btw
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/XENOMIX-CD-T...ders&hash=item416dad3020&_uhb=1#ht_7484wt_902

looks good but dont think i would trust the weight of the tablet on the cd player

nice review
How does it to fix to the cd slot? It seems easy to be getting out.

This thing is very sturdy, can hold the N7 no problem. It can even hold the much heavier iPads. Unless you have a very flimsy CD player, there is no problem. Most factory CD players are sturdy, and the actual opening is part of the dashboard. Perhaps, a little aftermarket CD player would be less secure. Btw, you can still play CDs, not that I've ever done that since I bought the car.
The part that goes into the CD slot, has a "clamping" mechanism, that you apply once inserted, so it locks into place. If you look at the first pic, you can see the little lever at the button. Once is in, it's very secure, you'll have to release the clamp to get it out

I do like the Xenomix line of mounts. Very well made IMO. Here's the thread with my setup. I like yours as well!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2024444

CFRTim said:
So after receiving my Xenomix car holder from eBay, I've decided to post a quick review.
While I was looking for a tablet car holder, one that doesn't use a windshield mount, vent mount, or any kind of glue solution, I came across the Xenomix SHG-4000 on eBay. Initially, I was gonna wait for the Mountek model, but they seem to take forever with the release. For around $30 and free shipping, I've decided to give this one a try. Shipping has been very fast; this product is made and shipped from South Korea (insert gangnam style joke here). Took less than 2 weeks, and that's amazing considering I've ordered it on the weekend before Xmas.
Great packaging, and signature required upon delivery. The device is very well built, of high quality plastic, with a very nice smooth finish. The part that holds the tablet can slide up or down (that was important for my application), can fully rotate and also tilt anyway you want it, for about 30-40 degrees angle
It comes with 3 separate rubber inserts for the CD, to accommodate different CD players openings. In my case I had to use the 2.5mm one, but 1.5 and 2 mm adapters are also provided. It also has 2 different tablet brackets with rubber padding, to fit slim or thicker devices. For the N7 the small one works great, even if you were to have a TPU case around it.
The 2 brackets that "hug" the tablet are individually controlled, so you can have one completely closed, while the other one is extended. Due to the positioning in my car, this is also important.
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Because of the rather larger opening of my car's CD slot, I had to improvise a little, by adding 2 extra pads (not included) on the insert part
Anyway, here it is. Notice the awkward factory CD player location. I'll try some better pictures in daylight
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Here is the eBay link. Great seller btw
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/XENOMIX-CD-T...ders&hash=item416dad3020&_uhb=1#ht_7484wt_902
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I just ordered mine yesterday. How long did it take to arrive? The estimated delivery date is pretty broad.

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I just ordered mine yesterday. How long did it take to arrive? The estimated delivery date is pretty broad.
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Ordered on Sat Dec 22nd, and received it on Jan 2nd. Considering it was over Christmas/New Year holidays, I think that's very good

Is it possible To play any CD when the holder is insert.
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Yes

Cool thanks i hate the window holder. And this looks like a good Option.
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That's awesome. When I was first looking at the pictures I was wondering if this would work in my terrain. After scrolling down you answered my question
Edit: by the way what model/year do you have? My dash lights are red... But I like the blue you've got going on there
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That's awesome. When I was first looking at the pictures I was wondering if this would work in my terrain. After scrolling down you answered my question
Edit: by the way what model/year do you have? My dash lights are red... But I like the blue you've got going on there
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Mine is a 2011 Nox, but all 2010 and up Equinox or Terrain will have the same setup. The Nox will have blue, while the Terrain is red
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Mine is a 2011 Nox, but all 2010 and up Equinox or Terrain will have the same setup. The Nox will have blue, while the Terrain is red
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Gotcha, makes sense. Well thanks for the review.

Interested in one of these. Has anyone come up with an elegant way to charge the nexus 7 in the car. It would be nice to have a low profile micro usb connector with a 90 degree bend or something so that it would be more hidden.

Looks very clean though, tempted to order one myself.

whitlecj said:
Interested in one of these. Has anyone come up with an elegant way to charge the nexus 7 in the car. It would be nice to have a low profile micro usb connector with a 90 degree bend or something so that it would be more hidden.
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That's my next mission. Just using a regular car charger for the BlackBerry Playbook right now
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This should work
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Wouldn't a right angle fitting that was oriented in line with the cable be better than the one you pictured? After searching for a pic perhaps I should say left angled.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Left-angled...ta-Charge-Cable-i9100-9220-9250-/380546369209
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bsoplinger said:
Wouldn't a right angle fitting that was oriented in line with the cable be better than the one you pictured? After searching for a pic perhaps I should say left angled.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Left-angled...ta-Charge-Cable-i9100-9220-9250-/380546369209
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My USB is located in behind the tablet, but I was considering a left angled one as well. I'll see when I get the first cable

Cant he tablet be shifter up"down or ot has to be centered from the cd slot?
I want my tablet to be higher not to hide my car display (for ac/radio/etc), but if the tablet is centerer with the cd slot it won't work.

theBeachBoy said:
Cant he tablet be shifter up"down or ot has to be centered from the cd slot?
I want my tablet to be higher not to hide my car display (for ac/radio/etc), but if the tablet is centerer with the cd slot it won't work.
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Nope. It can only be moved about the ball joint that's centered right in front to where it slides in.

Car Mount: This is the cheapest & effective way (using velcro)

check out the photos. I took 2 pieces of velcro, looped it on car vent in the center. placed my N7 snuggly into it, (tablet has a tpu case so it helps with gripping). non evasive and no car mods needed.
tested during morning rush hour traffic, stop and go. also tested at 80 mph driving freeway, braking and turning sharply it stays in place. very non evasive and i can take off the velcro anytime and it works great.
Installation time took about 30 seconds.:good:
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i think u should stick some of those velcro on the back of the nexus' TPU case. much cleaner look. not liking the velcro loops on the front, but hey, it works. good job.

ive tried the velcro on the back. i hate that. it makes the case not clean. also you have to velcro something on your car and I hated that. especially when it's warm. so now you have a piece of velcro right on your radio lcd and it looks like garbage.

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check out the photos. I took 2 pieces of velcro, looped it on car vent in the center. placed my N7 snuggly into it, (tablet has a tpu case so it helps with gripping). non evasive and no car mods needed.
tested during morning rush hour traffic, stop and go. also tested at 80 mph driving freeway, braking and turning sharply it stays in place. very non evasive and i can take off the velcro anytime and it works great.
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Yeah, that's good thinking.
It won't work in a lot of cars, because of the angle of the dash and vents, or due to glare, but if that works for you, you can't beat the price or ease of installation.

bladebarrier said:
Yeah, that's good thinking.
It won't work in a lot of cars, because of the angle of the dash and vents, or due to glare, but if that works for you, you can't beat the price or ease of installation.
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Its also important to take into consideration any safety aspects in the event of an accident. A flying tablet in the cabin would not make a good passenger.

Holy crap, that's ghetto.

You could find a better way.
I installed car audio for 10+ years and that's the most ghetto mount I've seen yet. But to each his own

Nexus 7 dash mount
I bought these at kmart for only $7 each. I got 2 so $14 total. They are magnetic. They clamp to you vents in your dash and then you mount your phone to them via a magnet and I small metal ring that sticks to the back of your device. I used 2 of them side by side, then 2 of the metal rings on the back of my nexus 7 and boom. It works great. It will work in any vehicle with heat vents. It is very easily removable and you have more capability of putting in a convenient spot. I have a chevy blazer in Pennsylvania and I went 4 wheeling with this on and it did not fall from my dash not even 1 time. Also as sturdy as it is it is very easy to remove to take with you when you exit you vehicle.
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Wouldn't that block your vents, and make the device too hot when your heat is on in the vehicle?
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If someone would create a dock for the dang thing I would have one installed in my car. One where the Nexus 7 comes out of course.

there are definitely lots of ways to mount. i said this would be the cheapest, and it's non intrusive to the car. it's also very effective meaning it won't fly out or fall off a suction cup or break off a vent. it takes about 15 seconds to do so it's by no means a professional job. and i have other vents on the sides of the dash that provide heat if needed, and cooling in the summer time actually keeps the tablet cool.
i can take off the velcro in 2 seconds and my car will be non invaded by crappy ebay/amazon mounts.
and no way will i spend tons of money for a "professional" to mount a $199 dollar tablet to my car dash. that's just f**kin' stupid. and plus it's a honda. (no offense to the guy trying to bluetooth to his mercedes).
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I think velcro is one of the fastest ways for quick mounting.. just not the prettiest..
I just got myself a 3D printer so I printed myself an iPhone mount for my moped. Anyone ever try one out?

BowDown2Anthony said:
I think velcro is one of the fastest ways for quick mounting.. just not the prettiest..
I just got myself a 3D printer so I printed myself an iPhone mount for my moped. Anyone ever try one out?
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An iPhone mount for a Moped, or a 3D printer? . Yes I have. A MakerBot.
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BowDown2Anthony said:
I think velcro is one of the fastest ways for quick mounting.. just not the prettiest..
I just got myself a 3D printer so I printed myself an iPhone mount for my moped. Anyone ever try one out?
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which 3d printer did you buy? I'm thinking of buying one myself. which software does it come with or are you using autocad?

One mount that I found for phones was a mount that went into the cd slot I find them for the phone but I am trying to find one for my thrive tablet
It's like a rubber cd attached to a phone mount great idea I ll find some pics and post them
Velcro is a great cheap idea and works very well not ghetto but clever
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insanenyc said:
One mount that I found for phones was a mount that went into the cd slot I find them for the phone but I am trying to find one for my thrive tablet
It's like a rubber cd attached to a phone mount great idea I ll find some pics and post them
Velcro is a great cheap idea and works very well not ghetto but clever
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Did you even look through the posts in this subforum?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2079563 [REVIEW] XENOMIX CD slot tablet car-mount
The title even says "CD slot tablet car mount."
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thanks for the link
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tgamble160 said:
I bought these at kmart for only $7 each. I got 2 so $14 total. They are magnetic. They clamp to you vents in your dash and then you mount your phone to them via a magnet and I small metal ring that sticks to the back of your device. I used 2 of them side by side, then 2 of the metal rings on the back of my nexus 7 and boom. It works great. It will work in any vehicle with heat vents. It is very easily removable and you have more capability of putting in a convenient spot. I have a chevy blazer in Pennsylvania and I went 4 wheeling with this on and it did not fall from my dash not even 1 time. Also as sturdy as it is it is very easy to remove to take with you when you exit you vehicle.
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Hey what is the name of the product in kmart ?

Best Car Dock For Note 2?

I've narrowed it down to these 3
http://www.ibolt.co/ibxs-33603
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004G1L52Q
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B007BCJKQA
The first one looks optimal because of that cord that connects to only one side of the phone and can connect to the car charger and the aux. ( shows around 1:30 of the video )
Tried googling for a cord like that but couldn't find any... if there are cords like that sold separately I may consider the cd one more.
Please let me know your opinions and if there are any cords like that.

Ibolt had a rocky start with their presale...but if they get their **** together, I would recommend their product.
swyped all these spelling errors from my galaxy note 2

finalhit said:
Ibolt had a rocky start with their presale...but if they get their **** together, I would recommend their product.
swyped all these spelling errors from my galaxy note 2
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what happened to them? what did they do wrong

See here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1910428
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dakleenupman said:
See here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1910428
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yeah i read a couple pages already.
i guess they are looking to upgrade a new version?
so i should wait till their next product comes out?

I have the ibolt dock and am hapoy with it now that they shipped the charging arm. What I like is that it will hold other phone in the future not just the note2

Flexia32 said:
I have the ibolt dock and am hapoy with it now that they shipped the charging arm. What I like is that it will hold other phone in the future not just the note2
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pretty sure most of these other ones hold most phones as well.
i just kinda have a thing for it blocking my view, rather it be on the cd slot but i like the cord where it can connect to charge and aux from only 1 plug on the phone
was wondering if there are any cords like that sold separately

DeveloperOptions said:
The first one looks optimal because of that cord that connects to only one side of the phone and can connect to the car charger and the aux. ( shows around 1:30 of the video )
Tried googling for a cord like that but couldn't find any... if there are cords like that sold separately I may consider the cd one more.
Please let me know your opinions and if there are any cords like that.
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ibolt are supposedly going to sell the chord separately, though I don't know when they open to do so. I bought the official s3 dock and will be buying that ibolt cable once it's available.
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http://www.clingobyallsop.eu/car-mounts/universal-car-phone-mount
I just buy this car mount and is the best i can find untill now...i like because u only grip to the phone back...
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lucian75 said:
http://www.clingobyallsop.eu/car-mounts/universal-car-phone-mount
I just buy this car mount and is the best i can find untill now...i like because u only grip to the phone back...
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I keep hearing reviews that the cling part gets gummy in the heat. I stayed away from that one since I'm in Florida and it gets pretty hot here most of the year.
I too am on the hunt for the perfect car mount... I'm leaning towards the mountek just because I'm tired of the suction cup models not sticking to the dash, and the vent models don't work for me.

nmw407 said:
I keep hearing reviews that the cling part gets gummy in the heat. I stayed away from that one since I'm in Florida and it gets pretty hot here most of the year.
I too am on the hunt for the perfect car mount... I'm leaning towards the mountek just because I'm tired of the suction cup models not sticking to the dash, and the vent models don't work for me.
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You'd be correct sir. When the gummy part heats up from being in the sun for a while (or from dust collecting), your phone will shoot off the minute you break hard.
My old HTC One X took a few tumbles from a similar gum-based mount. If you're using in a stationary function, say on a desk or wall near a desk, it'd probably be ok.

How hard do you want to work for it and how much do you care what it looks like?
I butchered a HTC HD2 dock to work. It looks good (subjective of course but there's almost no clips and wires and latches and junk, very minimal) and it's secure (it is suction cup, it's just been a good working suction cup for me) includes usb charging, one handed not a ugly little cable hanging off to the side.
But it was kind of a ***** flipping the usb port over and still having it point at the right angle and not bugger up the wire connecting to it. But all in all took less than two hours and I love it every minute I'm in the car, so, worth it.
ProClip makes an even more convenient mount as far as using it. Like a slot you drop the phone in, no aiming, requires no attention at all. Usb charging. Very stable. But ugly. In my truck it would be fine but in my nice car I just don't want to look at something so blocky and mechanical if I can avoid it. It's not the worst by far in that respect but I just like better if it's possible. Also it's $100 in two parts. If it looked better I'd have no problem with that. The HD2 mount was 70 I think but it served the entire lifespan of my og evo and now works for my gn2 so that 70 is pretty good by now.
The new ibolt one? Blech. Well it looks a little better than most commodity universal mounts. The aluminum rails are at least cooler than the usual all black plastic. But to me it's only a slight improvement. It's still a generic crappola universal gps/phone clamp like all the rest. It's one unique feature is the special usb cable that will trigger smart dock mode. But thanks to Samsung there is no distinct car mode detection, just smart dock mode. So if you assign that to a car home app, you get the car home everywhere i cluding your desk and nightstand. We can use nfc tags and get a better result than that with no special cable. So it's back to being a completely generic, ugly, inconvenient, holder.
The next best option I've seen is this universal one that has springloaded grabber arms, but they have it set up for one handed operation. The arms are open when the dock is empty. When you put the phone in it presses a button that releases the arms to close on the phone. It's surprisingly secure. I shook the mount all around trying to shake the phone free.l and it didn't budge. When the arms close, two buttons pop out at the same time opposite each arm, on oposite sides of the phone. To release the phone you just grab the phone, and your thumb & forefinger are already right there on those two buttons. Press the buttons together and that opens the arms. So you are releasing the phone and grabbing the phone in the same motion. It works quite well. No usb built in but the port is exposed to use your own cable. Looks are fair. They are are thin and unobtrusive compared to many and there's only two arms on the sides and two resting pegs on the bottom. You could hack those rests right off and it would work exactly as well and look significantly neater. Suction cup base. It's called Smart Tap.
Another option is someone Someone on xda here came up with a pretty clean hack of the original note mount. No filing, just a little heat gun softening.
I never heard of Mountek so thanks for the clue I'll check it out.
There is really no "good" solution for the this phone yet.
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I ordered one the "iMagnet Cradle-less Magnetic Mount with Quick-snap Technology". It should be here tomorrow. I'd post a link, but I haven't gotten enough posts in to get that ability, even though my account is pretty old.
It's one of the magnetic mounts. You stick a metal disk on your phone/case and bam. Has good reviews, so I thought i'd give it a try.

lucian75 said:
http://www.clingobyallsop.eu/car-mounts/universal-car-phone-mount
I just buy this car mount and is the best i can find untill now...i like because u only grip to the phone back...
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yeah i saw a couple bad reviews on that as well so it kinda turned me off, i'd rather get something that's more secure.
i really like the ibolt cable, not a big fan of suction cups either so the mountek looks optimal if only i could get that cable separate i might just end up getting ibolt because of the cable
you guys have given some really good insight,i will check out the hd2 as well and see if i could get that to work haha.
about the smart dock mode, i don't have any other dock elsewhere so that's not an issue for me, but it doesn't go into dock mode if i plug in usb to connect to the computer or plug it into my charger does it?

I just got the iOtti mount for mine. I LOVE it!
Here's my "review": http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1982558&page=3
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Beamen1 said:
I just got the iOtti mount for mine. I LOVE it!
Here's my "review": http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1982558&page=3
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Not sure where you are located, but I guess we are far away from summertime to test it out if it stays stuck to the surface? I was looking at this case as well, until read in another forum about people having issues with a sticky part of the suction cup especially when it gets hot outside. Maybe it was a defective batch or whatever. That kind of put me away from buying it, plus I was waiting for Arkon to release their slim grip ultra mount with a sticky suction cup I actually have it coming my way next week and will review it once I get it. But I don't think it has any release buttons, etc. like their other grip mount I had for my DX. I guess I'm still on the fence until I get it and test it out. But I'm definitely glad iOttie is working out for you! I just wish they would drop "i" cause I'm sure a lot of android people buying their mounts as well lol!!!

The one from iOttie on amazon is worth every penny it works too well lol make sure where you it is where you want it cause it sticks like rubber cement!
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sleepy8686 said:
The one from iOttie on amazon is worth every penny it works too well lol make sure where you it is where you want it cause it sticks like rubber cement!
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So once you release a suction cup latch you have to pry it off the dash board with a butter knife? Will it take off dashboard textured layer or so? Not sure if you were kidding or serious about it sticking like cement

vectron said:
So once you release a suction cup latch you have to pry it off the dash board with a butter knife? Will it take off dashboard textured layer or so? Not sure if you were kidding or serious about it sticking like cement
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He is not kidding. Read the Amazon reviews. This thing sticks to anything and the quick release is a GOD sent. It's SO easy to take the phone in and out of the mount, and once you put it in the mount it isn't going any where. Lots of adjustable settings. I LOVE it.
On my previous mounts I didn't even use them that often (only when I needed GPS), but this thing is so easy to take in/out that I do it every time I drive the car. It is worth every penny for sure!

I used my 50% off at Samsung.com and got the universal there. Loving it.
http://m.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/ECS-K200BEGSTA
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