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So I was sitting at home thinking how cool it would be to use my Nexus 7 as a navigation unit / general multimedia device in my car. I already have a touch screen unit in my car from Pioneer, but it’s not that great. It’s very pixelated, it doesn’t have navigation and it’s a bit small. So I devised a plan on how to mount it in my car. But before building my final mounting bracket, I decided to give it a test run, to make sure that everything would work great. I have all the maps preloaded on the device, and I have it connected to my Galaxy S3 (rooted, custom ROM) for wifi tethering.
I just picked up some “Kwik Klips 3/8” 10mm” from my local hardware store, and cut them up and guess what – it mounted fantastic. Three clips hold it on the bottom, and at the top it is tucked under my stereo door cover to make it very sturdy. I went on a 30 mile trip today just to make sure everything is smooth – and it is. This weekend my parts are supposed to come in so I can have a concealed charging cable for it so it is not using battery.
My car is a 2010 Scion tC.
I’ve uploaded four pics here, but go to my dropbox to see the gallery.
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/qnzhlkzt0241dbj/-oRn12YgRC
Do you have the 3g version? How are you getting navigation to work?
bawlinmo said:
Do you have the 3g version? How are you getting navigation to work?
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Mobile WIFI hotspot?
bawlinmo said:
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I keep my N7 tethered to my EVO during the day. That's how I use mine for navigation. I use the satellite layer also as I can't stand the 'cartoon' look.
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phillip1953 said:
I keep my N7 tethered to my EVO during the day. That's how I use mine for navigation. I use the satellite layer also as I can't stand the 'cartoon' look.
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Cool. That's what I figured. I tried to grab a N4 to do the same thing (in the process of rehabilitating from the apple cult), but couldn't get one, so I'm still using the iphone (no tether without paying extra).
Yes I am using my GS3 as a mobile WiFi hotspot for free (custom ROM).
I haven't tried the satellite view yet, I don't mind the cartoonish view too much. But overall using the N7 as a navi has been fantastic.
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Awesome man.
Looks like it was made for the car.
Good to see a standard driver as well... seem to be few and far between these days!
Nice. Please upgrade your shift knob now.
Copilot GPS works great without an internet connection.
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Good show sir ! I also have a tc and will do this. What did you cut from the clips
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You might want to try Bluetooth internet sharing. Its honestly the most underrated feature of android >4.0. Sure, the range is 10-20ft, and the speed is limited to 2mbs, but in a car and for navigation apps neither of those matter. You save a lot of battery though and its easy to set up by just tapping a button on your tablet only.
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fatttire said:
You might want to try Bluetooth internet sharing. Its honestly the most underrated feature of android >4.0. Sure, the range is 10-20ft, and the speed is limited to 2mbs, but in a car and for navigation apps neither of those matter. You save a lot of battery though and its easy to set up by just tapping a button on your tablet only.
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Bluetooth internet sharing is definitely not the ultimate solution. Many apps won't work with it. Prime examples: Pandora and TuneIn Radio. Also, nothing will download from the Play Store (at least apps).
You'll save a lot of battery on the phone, sure. When I was trying out bluetooth tether my N7 got prettyy hot, and was fine with Wifi sharing. Perhaps it was simply an app causing that, but I don't think so.
I just removed the radio cover, and placed the N7 in the hole.
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I'd do this, but I don't want to have my radio constantly in view at night. One of our cars was broken into and now I don't leave anything in view.
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I just removed the radio cover, and placed the N7 in the hole.
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geoldr said:
I'd do this, but I don't want to have my radio constantly in view at night. One of our cars was broken into and now I don't leave anything in view.
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I'm still rocking the stock head unit; no one wants that.
I thought about trimming the extra plastic off the cover (just enough to fit) and set it back in place when I parked the car.
Depends on the Bluetooth setup. If you are not using Bluetooth to stream the sound, uncheck it in the Pandora settings and Pandora works great.
I download apps all day long using Bluetooth for my data. I find it easier then dealing with a hotspot. Battery life is significantly better for me to.
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You might want to try Bluetooth internet sharing. Its honestly the most underrated feature of android >4.0. Sure, the range is 10-20ft, and the speed is limited to 2mbs, but in a car and for navigation apps neither of those matter. You save a lot of battery though and its easy to set up by just tapping a button on your tablet only.
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Does BT support multiple simultaneous pairings? I usually have my phone tied to the car via BT. If it can do that and data share, that'd be awesome. Well, maybe. Not sure if it'd help, but it'd be nice to know.
Charger
Have you gotten the charging cable installed?
Rough
Did you have to rough up the dash or anything for them to stick at all?
aneisch said:
Have you gotten the charging cable installed?
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aneisch said:
Did you have to rough up the dash or anything for them to stick at all?
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If you were talking to me, yeah I did get the charging cable installed, and no I didn't have to rough it up at all. The tape that was with those clips was sufficient.
But now I took that all off. I just bought this iBolt windshield mount for my GS3. It's easier for me this way, because I don't have to setup tethering and charge two devices.
It was fun though while it lasted.
And it blocked my radio, so that got really annoying after a few days of not being able to switch XM channels.
Just watched the Android Christmas Card video....there is a Nxxus 10 dock pictured right at the 1:00 mark...hoping this is real. Looks like it is.
It's certainly encouraging. With the news of the POGO pin connector, the pictures of the Nexus 7 dock and now this video from the Android Team, I'm very hopeful. I know I will buy the dock as soon as it is released.
It would be a Christmas miracle!
Will it charge faster than the micro usb?
Otherwise why waste the money.
fixyourtech said:
Will it charge faster than the micro usb?
Otherwise why waste the money.
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Some of us wants to be able to use a dock as a dock... charging faster will be a plus for me but i'd like to use an official POGO pin dock that I can place on my counter to charge as I browse. Or even slow the battery drain when I play music/movie.
TLDR: Having a dock is freaking awesome.
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Will it charge faster than the micro usb?
Otherwise why waste the money.
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Already been covered in other threads.
fixyourtech said:
Will it charge faster than the micro usb?
Otherwise why waste the money.
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A dock offers more then just charging... It also serves.. as a stand.
Also audio out for your stereo/speakers.
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Yea I saw this too and I got super excited!!! Lol
I hope its an official dock and not just a random stand that they used.
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Good eye! I was hoping we'd see a dock with pricing and delivery at CES next month. Can't wait to get one so I can hack it...
Guess it does mean, a dock is coming, couldn't care less about it though I would prefer if they would release an official keyboard dock like the one ASUS transformer has.
I wouldn't be waiting for this to come out as Nexus device accessories don't have the best track record. *Waiting on Nexus 4 orb charger*
while u wait get the energizer qi on amazon, i found one for 50 bux totally worth it
The nexus 7 dock looks nice but I thought the nexus 10 dock looked too small and the tablet didn't seem very secure /stable /safe in it. I wish they made it longer.
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Techie2012 said:
The nexus 7 dock looks nice but I thought the nexus 10 dock looked too small and the tablet didn't seem very secure /stable /safe in it. I wish they made it longer.
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This. It seems like it would be too easy to tip it out accidentally.
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This. It seems like it would be too easy to tip it out accidentally.
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You're forgetting about the magnets.
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Nocoast, shame you can't use it on the n10. I'm sad no company has made a generic qi home dock for phones and tablets. I'm even more sad no company has made a universal car qi dock.
I use touchstones in the car and house for my gnex and the wife's s3. Of prefer having something more future proof for phones like the n4 that have it built in. Hardware jacks aren't that fun. The touchstone are nice and small though, but the phone angles will in it are shallow. Pivot mount mechanism works in the car though.
I gotta say I don't think that's a dock at all, it doesn't make sense to have a 4 inch dock for 10 inch tablet, I think that was just a generic plastic stand
Hmm, have you ever seen an official iPad dock? there is a reason behind that, the tablet is not small, big dock will look bulky and no aesthetic with it, maybe Apple know something we don't , but then again there are magnets, we also don't know what the shape of it, maybe it holds still, and actually similar to iPad dock...just my thoughts :cyclops:
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I wouldn't be waiting for this to come out as Nexus device accessories don't have the best track record. *Waiting on Nexus 4 orb charger*
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The N10 is my first Nexus product & I expected more from Google in the way of accessories. I work for B&N & we have the widest & most varied selection of accessories that I have ever seen for any device under one roof. Perhaps I'm just spoiled, but I don't think my expectations are too high. Google has the capability to provide accessories & I don't understand why they haven't.
Hi,i just want to share what accessories i have for my lovely note 2
1. Mini bluetooth keyboard like this
http://i01.i.aliimg.com/photo/v8/500415407/With_DPI_Adjustable_Touchpad_Mini_bluetooth_keyboard.jpg
2. Bluetooth mouse
http://www.newmen.com.cn/picc/ms148bt006.jpg
3. Bluetooth gamepad
http://thetechblock.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/ion_heroshot_001-01.png
4. Bluetooth stereo headset
http://cdn.pocket-lint.com/images/dynamic/REVIEW-4696-1b8146d132e96ede2738bceee49c3683.JPG
5. Mini speakers
http://images.highspeedbackbone.net/skuimages/large/Nokia-MD4-N529-1230-main.jpg
6. Car dock
http://static.marketonline.ro/full/174270/clingo-07000-3.jpg
7. Wifi HDD 500 Gb
http://the-gadgeteer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/seagate_goflex_satellite_in-car_photo.jpg
I'm truck driver and i have also notebook with me and tv but i forrget about them..i love my note 2...
Now i put the car dock atached to the second bed in the truck...and it's suspended like tv..and with mouse and keyboard it's perfect
It's the best portable computer
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Nice!
sweet setup!
Where did you get the gamepad and keyboard from?
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The gamepad i buy it from germany for about 65 euro but now u see it also in sweden for 699 Kr.
The keyboard i have it from sweden...about 499 Kr i think or a little bit more.
The mouse i take it yesterday for 279 Kr but the big deal yesterday it was the mobile speaker for only 49 Kr,about 6 euro...and another deal it was a 150 W invertor for the same price 49 Kr...for 2 months i mise an invertor because mine was broken.
About mouse...right click go to back,left click its enter,but scroll button have a great job,when i push once short he go to home,long push open task manager.
I have 2 more butttonss on the left side but one have the same action like right click ant the other seems don't work.
I only miss action for left phone button sometimes.
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how does that car dock work, i have heard so many mixed reviews on those units...
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I wish there was videos of the steelseries free controller. Specifically being used with n64oid or some other emulators.
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bunnybash said:
how does that car dock work, i have heard so many mixed reviews on those units...
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I heard the same, but usually it's a problem when on a dashboard exposed to a sun where the sticky part gets mushy or whatever. OP mentioned about using it inside, assuming away from sun?
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I wish there was videos of the steelseries free controller. Specifically being used with n64oid or some other emulators.
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I try gamepad with CS Portable and works very well..but its a little bit hard to aim enemy with the analog stick so i want to use gamepad for movement and mouse but for the moment i can't..it seems the game its stoped to work when i try to set up both.
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how does that car dock work, i have heard so many mixed reviews on those units...
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I don't know about heating that grip..its winter for the moment...maybe isn't so good,i have some problem to attach to the window..but i like it and i will try to fix it...and maybe i can change that gel with something else...
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lucian75 said:
I try gamepad with CS Portable and works very well..but its a little bit hard to aim enemy with the analog stick so i want to use gamepad for movement and mouse but for the moment i can't..it seems the game its stoped to work when i try to set up both.
I don't know about heating that grip..its winter for the moment...maybe isn't so good,i have some problem to attach to the window..but i like it and i will try to fix it...and maybe i can change that gel with something else...
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Ya that's my main issue. The functionality and quality of the ps3 controller is years ahead of all the other bkuetooth controllers. I just wish it was more portable.
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I'm looking for some BT earbuds, better than average quality primarily for music to replace the Jabra 620s I have now. I'd like to keep the cost <$50.
I've seen a few suggestions here, but reviews on Amazon haven't been all that stellar. Any recommendations?
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Samsung Hm3700...$3o shipped on Amazon and work like a charm
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I have a LG HBS-730 ... I think it is the best of the $50 units. I picked mine up off of Amazon. The predecessor to this unit was the HBS-700, check out its ratings on Amazon ... it is very popular. Some people had a few difficulties with the 730 when it was released and this is reflected in some of the reviews. I am not having any problems on the Nexus 10 or my Samsung Galaxy Note 2.
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I have a LG HBS-730 ... I think it is the best of the $50 units. I picked mine up off of Amazon. The predecessor to this unit was the HBS-700, check out its ratings on Amazon ... it is very popular. Some people had a few difficulties with the 730 when it was released and this is reflected in some of the reviews. I am not having any problems on the Nexus 10 or my Samsung Galaxy Note 2.
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+1 from me! Very comfortable, great sound. Probably not for joggers though.
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+1 from me! Very comfortable, great sound. Probably not for joggers though.
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Any idea how it would work with a ski helmet? Does it block sound?
I've used the LG HBS-700 set for about a year. Love them, but had to send it in for repair after 4 months when the battery wouldn't hold a charge. Got them back and it's been good since.
Lg hbs 730
If you buy the the LG's be sure to hit up newegg and check the reviews on the HBS 730...I have both the 700 and the 730, 730 sounds better but has really awful reception compared to the 700. The reviews will confirm this.
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Any idea how it would work with a ski helmet? Does it block sound?
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I actually have the HBS-700's, not the 730's. I am not a skier, but if regular earbuds fit under a ski helmet, these should too. You would want to keep the part that you wear on your neck under a jacket or something so they don't fly off.
Just buy a bluetooth dongle/adapter and you can use any headphone
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krash183 said:
Just buy a bluetooth dongle/adapter and you can use any headphone
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He's asking for a BT headphone recommendation. Don't you think he already has a dongle/adapter?
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He's asking for a BT headphone recommendation. Don't you think he already has a dongle/adapter?
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No or I wouldn't have suggested. Go back over to the useless micro usb storage thread
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Phaiton PS 210 BTNC
After much research I got a pair of Phaiton noise-cancelling ear buds PS 210 BTNC active noise cancelling ear buds. They're pricey, but actually well worth it.
I might have unusually shaped ears, but ear buds are all too often torture for me. These are so comfortable that I can even fall blissfully asleep listening to music.
The sound quality is wonderful and the noise-cancellation is great on airplanes, in server farms, working w/ power tools, etc. Check it out!
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No or I wouldn't have suggested. Go back over to the useless micro usb storage thread
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Why should I do that? I actually addressed the OP's request. What have you contributed?
http://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Wir...&sr=8-102&keywords=Bluetooth+earphone+adapter
Something like this and you can use whatever headphone/earphone you already have. And if the battery ever runs out on the unit you can plug in your headphone straight into the phone.... Unlike bluetooth only headsets
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There are cheaper and more expensive units. Sony, samsung and Habra has something similar. There is a black version for 20. Just look at amazon and look around for a bit. Good thing also is that you can hook a 3.5mm aux cable and connect it to speakers, car stereos, receivers and a lot more. A lot more versatile than bluetooth only headsets but i like a lot of functionality for devices and accessories. But you can pay more and have less options but hey you'll have "cool" bluetooth only headphones if you like.
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Im looking for wireless headphones. Decent sound and not too exspensive. I know about brandname headsphone but I just need for outdoor work. Any recommendations?
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I'm not sure what level of sound quality you're looking for, but a refurbished pair of Motorola S10HDs will pop up on woot.com every couple of weeks for 25$. I picked a pair up, and they're not the best sounding headphones in the world, but they work very well.
culua said:
Im looking for wireless headphones. Decent sound and not too exspensive. I know about brandname headsphone but I just need for outdoor work. Any recommendations?
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You should get something from jaybirdgear. Their headphones are sweat proof they have earbud versions as well. Personally I have a pair of the sportsband 2 and the Blue Buds X. The Blue Buds are realy expensive the Sportsband is only like $100
They both sound very good but blue buds have some of the crispest sound I've ever heard.
I second the bluebud X's. For the price they are expensive but I barely use my soul sl99's or other headphones anymore.
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http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_s...s=lg+bluetooth+headset&sprefix=LG+blu,aps,251
I have gone through Samsung Bluetooth headphones, LG Bluetooth headphones and jaybirds as well and the best and most comfortable were the lg. they are sweat proof...I sweat like crazy when I workout. try them out. good battery life and easiest to run with by just putting the neck piece iinside your shirt collar
I picked up some very minimal cheap wireless bluetooth earbuds on amazon fkr $25 shipped. They don't sound the greatest and have about 2 hrs of life listening to music and recharge quicker. Check them out.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AK5QGPI/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8
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opasha said:
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_s...s=lg+bluetooth+headset&sprefix=LG+blu,aps,251
I have gone through Samsung Bluetooth headphones, LG Bluetooth headphones and jaybirds as well and the best and most comfortable were the lg. they are sweat proof...I sweat like crazy when I workout. try them out. good battery life and easiest to run with by just putting the neck piece iinside your shirt collar
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Battery life is amazing. I have the Tone+ and like them.
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Thank you for the reply I look into them.
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I use Jaybird Bluebuds X for the gym but they aren't even close to being inexpensive so I'd recommend the LG HBS-730 that I use for work.
They can be found pretty cheap, they are very comfortable for all day use and they have awesome battery life.
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I second that, I have the lg 700 and the blue bud x .. They sound the same, and same battery life. . The blue buds are just more comfortable for me as I wear them all day long at work around heavy machinery
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Hmm, reading Amazon comments about LG 700 vs 730. People are saying 730 will have better sound quality and other fancier controls, BUT they keep cutting out and loosing connection in comparison to 700? I can't figure out if that's in case of people just leaving their phone 10ft away or when you have your phone in the pocket and/or desk next to you and connection breaking up? Can anybody comment on that?
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Hmm, reading Amazon comments about LG 700 vs 730. People are saying 730 will have better sound quality and other fancier controls, BUT they keep cutting out and loosing connection in comparison to 700? I can't figure out if that's in case of people just leaving their phone 10ft away or when you have your phone in the pocket and/or desk next to you and connection breaking up? Can anybody comment on that?
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That hasn't been my experience at all. Great range for me. When I used them at the gym I'd frequently walk away from my phone and the sound wouldn't break up until I was halfway across the gym floor (which is a substantial distance)
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yeah I have the 700 black and orange... when I'm about 15 feet away it cuts out then auto reconnects perfectly to my note 2 when I return
opasha said:
yeah I have the 700 black and orange... when I'm about 15 feet away it cuts out then auto reconnects perfectly to my note 2 when I return
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Bookmarked for reference.. As am looking into this now
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go and search on eBay or Amazon, there must have many different kinds of suitable products to choose, and also cheap & good ones.
I just order lg tone 730 because of the reviews and your guys experience. Thanks for the help guys.
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culua said:
I just order lg tone 730 because of the reviews and your guys experience. Thanks for the help guys.
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I have 730's and love them... 10 hours playback time.... they last long than my phone! (with an extended battery lol)
I tried jaybirds and had issues with skipping. Got another pair of Rocketfish at Best Buy. Not the greatest design or sound quality but work good for me.
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Can you use the lg tone 730's with google navigation and hear the directions?
If you are listening to music and the navigation speaks will the lg tone 730's pass on the navigation info or just continue the music?
I just bought some Henson Audio BT033 (I think that is the model) and am very impressed with them.
Not earbuds, great bass and tone. Strong volume and they fold away. They have AVRCP controls on them that work fine. They charge via micro usb and have a 3.5mm Jack connection if you don't want to use Bluetooth.
Finally, great for calls with the built in Mic.
Recommended!
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