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Hey everyone,
I've had my Sprint Hero for about 2 months now and am loving it - I haven't even felt the need to root it yet.
But having bought Mobitobi's awesome sleep/alarm apps from the Market, I'm now searching for a good cradle for my Hero to sit on my nightstand and act as my alarm clock.
I've only found a couple options out there. The best looking one (includes 3.5 stereo out) is here: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290372582892, but I received it yesterday and realized after many angry emails back and forth to the seller that this dock is actually not specialized for a Hero, but is actually a TP2 dock that the seller claims "some buyers say it works with their Hero too so that's why I listed it that way." Bummer, I know. Why anyone would talk about how awesome this dock is when the phone footprint slot is so huge compared to your phone and is so obviously not stable is beyond me.
The other option that's widely available is this: http://www.wirelessground.com/sherocradle2nd.html?productid=sherocradle2nd&channelid=FROOG, but after this first debacle I'm hesitant to buy.
Have any of you gotten a cradle/dock for your CDMA Hero, and if so, which one, where did you get it, and how well does it work for you? I'm not even interested in a second battery charger, or 3.5 stereo out, but I need something that will keep my phone stable enough to be able to withstand forceful touches of the snooze button on my screen without toppling over!
tduck said:
Hey everyone,
I've had my Sprint Hero for about 2 months now and am loving it - I haven't even felt the need to root it yet.
But having bought Mobitobi's awesome sleep/alarm apps from the Market, I'm now searching for a good cradle for my Hero to sit on my nightstand and act as my alarm clock.
I've only found a couple options out there. The best looking one (includes 3.5 stereo out) is here: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290372582892, but I received it yesterday and realized after many angry emails back and forth to the seller that this dock is actually not specialized for a Hero, but is actually a TP2 dock that the seller claims "some buyers say it works with their Hero too so that's why I listed it that way." Bummer, I know. Why anyone would talk about how awesome this dock is when the phone footprint slot is so huge compared to your phone and is so obviously not stable is beyond me.
The other option that's widely available is this: http://www.wirelessground.com/sherocradle2nd.html?productid=sherocradle2nd&channelid=FROOG, but after this first debacle I'm hesitant to buy.
Have any of you gotten a cradle/dock for your CDMA Hero, and if so, which one, where did you get it, and how well does it work for you? I'm not even interested in a second battery charger, or 3.5 stereo out, but I need something that will keep my phone stable enough to be able to withstand forceful touches of the snooze button on my screen without toppling over!
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i use this one
http://www.all4cellular.com/my-touch-3g-docking-station-black-1.html
702DROID said:
i use this one
http://www.all4cellular.com/my-touch-3g-docking-station-black-1.html
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Nice! I've been searching for this too, but I need a 3.5 mm jack as well. This looks like it fits the bill, and even matches my car stereo (where this will be going).
Up to this point I've been using a dock made for my old htc touch that I hacked by moving the usb jack to the center and flipping it 180 deg.
katmandu421 said:
Nice! I've been searching for this too, but I need a 3.5 mm jack as well. This looks like it fits the bill, and even matches my car stereo (where this will be going).
Up to this point I've been using a dock made for my old htc touch that I hacked by moving the usb jack to the center and flipping it 180 deg.
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it has a 3.5 jack in the back ...mine does
702DROID said:
i use this one
http://www.all4cellular.com/my-touch-3g-docking-station-black-1.html
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Thats a great price and seems to have free shipping.
I would like to find one that is horizontal, esp for apps like slacker/pandora and desktop clocks etc, the vertical ones are nice... but not exactly what I'm looking for
deos it fit with the Siedio 3500MHa battery backing?
702DROID said:
i use this one
http://www.all4cellular.com/my-touch-3g-docking-station-black-1.html
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It's very pretty and a nice price, but the only thing holding it upright is the miniusb connector. That's just not secure enough for me personally. Has anyone else used something different?
I notice they have it in black too, when I followed the link above it takes you to the white for some reason...
Anyone have any pictures of the phone in the doc? Just curious about the fit.
lugose said:
I notice they have it in black too, when I followed the link above it takes you to the white for some reason...
Anyone have any pictures of the phone in the doc? Just curious about the fit.
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I have the black one on my nightstand at home, if I remember I'll take a pic tonight with it mounted. I was gonna order one online, but found it at BestBuy when I was buying my new bluetooth. I think it was $12
I will re-ask johnsongrantr's question. Are there any horizontal cradles? I currently use my wallet to prop the phone up horizontally at work It actually works well and makes it easier to use things like youtube.
flexgrip said:
I will re-ask johnsongrantr's question. Are there any horizontal cradles? I currently use my wallet to prop the phone up horizontally at work It actually works well and makes it easier to use things like youtube.
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EDIT: Nevermind. It was the GSM version.
that last one says not compatible with Sprint Hero
Since I have yet to find a good cradle, here is what I use in the interim. Albeit it does not provide charging capabilities, or the fact that I have to flip the phone upside down or lay it side ways to charge it, it gets the job done while at work lol
http://androidforums.com/sprint-htc-hero/17311-lol-hero-stand.html
do any cradles allow the use of a case? I have the snap case from the sprint store and wanted a cradle.
I went the Michael's, the craft store and picked up some black modeling clay that hardens in the oven.
I then molded a bunch of the clay together into a horizontal stand, adding a square hole on one side for the charging cable.
Heat fired it in the oven, inserted the cable and added a little hot glue, and viola! I've got my horizontal night stand for my clock applications. Total cost of about $9 I believe in clay.
I've still got to sand it, but because it works and I don't really care if it's smooth, I'm not going to get to sanding anytime soon.
Just an idea. This way, you can make it look however you want.
I am wondering if this one would work:
http://www.thepocketsolution.com/PSI-43943/HTC+Kaiser+Horizontal+Powered+USB+Cradle.html
It has a very similar mini-usb port.
Sirchuk said:
I went the Michael's, the craft store and picked up some black modeling clay that hardens in the oven.
I then molded a bunch of the clay together into a horizontal stand, adding a square hole on one side for the charging cable.
Heat fired it in the oven, inserted the cable and added a little hot glue, and viola! I've got my horizontal night stand for my clock applications. Total cost of about $9 I believe in clay.
I've still got to sand it, but because it works and I don't really care if it's smooth, I'm not going to get to sanding anytime soon.
Just an idea. This way, you can make it look however you want.
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That's actually a really interesting idea. Could you maybe take pictures? I'm curious what it turned out like
Can't post URLs because I'm new but Goto BoxWave.com... 'Sprint Hero' down the right hand side, Cradle's & Mounts..
$53.00 for the one with the spare battery charging slot...
I'm considering it.
After realizing I didn't like my $5 dollar velcro sleeve and not willing to spend $50 on a Portenzo or anything like that I set out to make my own book case. There's multiple instructions online how to hollow out a book but they're all basically the same. This is the most detailed http://rive.rs/projects/how-to-hollow-out-a-book and I mostly followed it but I didn't save a page at first so whatever. You can also tell I didn't do as good a job because I wasn't as clean on the corners and didn't take a lot of time. I also cut into the back a little but it's ok I might even paste a page back there to cover it up.
I'm not sure I'd suggest the sketchbook I bought because it's one of the Nepal Lokta ones and they have kind of "fuzzy" pages. If you're wondering a Moleskine notebook is too small. Just go to any book store and look at the hardcover journals/books. Books are actually cheaper because they have like $5 dollar bins and whatever but you have to like the cover of the book. I payed $13 for the sketchbook.
I'm also thinking of adding either an elastic band or magnets to secure it. Probably an elastic band because I'd have to cut some more to make a hole for the magnet.
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Great Idea and great job! How do you make sure the Nexus stays in there? Do you glue it in or? Sorry, I can't see it that clearly from the pics.
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Great Idea and great job! How do you make sure the Nexus stays in there? Do you glue it in or? Sorry, I can't see it that clearly from the pics.
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It doesn't stay in there, I don't like having a case always on so I just pick up out of the book when I want to use it. I've seen other book cases for Kindles or Nooks that use elastic bands on the corners to keep it in if you want it that way.
Bobb_o said:
After realizing I didn't like my $5 dollar velcro sleeve and not willing to spend $50 on a Portenzo or anything like that I set out to make my own book case. There's multiple instructions online how to hollow out a book but they're all basically the same. This is the most detailed http://rive.rs/projects/how-to-hollow-out-a-book and I mostly followed it but I didn't save a page at first so whatever. You can also tell I didn't do as good a job because I wasn't as clean on the corners and didn't take a lot of time. I also cut into the back a little but it's ok I might even paste a page back there to cover it up.
I'm not sure I'd suggest the sketchbook I bought because it's one of the Nepal Lokta ones and they have kind of "fuzzy" pages. If you're wondering a Moleskine notebook is too small. Just go to any book store and look at the hardcover journals/books. Books are actually cheaper because they have like $5 dollar bins and whatever but you have to like the cover of the book. I payed $13 for the sketchbook.
I'm also thinking of adding either an elastic band or magnets to secure it. Probably an elastic band because I'd have to cut some more to make a hole for the magnet.
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Nice!
One question, did you install any "bumpers" inside the book to keep it from falling you if you turn it over?
kpjimmy said:
Nice!
One question, did you install any "bumpers" inside the book to keep it from falling you if you turn it over?
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Not exactly sure what you mean but there's nothing inside the book but the hole I cut out.
That looks really cool. I might try and make one.
Bobb_o said:
Not exactly sure what you mean but there's nothing inside the book but the hole I cut out.
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NVM I see your response that you take the N7 out of the case when you use it. I thought it was wedged in there and kept in place with some sort of rubber inserts in the corners to keep it from slipping out. My bad. :silly:
Bobb_o said:
Not exactly sure what you mean but there's nothing inside the book but the hole I cut out.
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hm, if you don't mind, I'd recommend putting some thin foam-pads (the stuff the use to do for packaging) which might reduce the movement of the nexus while in the case? And it might give you a little bit of extra protection
tmitko said:
hm, if you don't mind, I'd recommend putting some thin foam-pads (the stuff the use to do for packaging) which might reduce the movement of the nexus while in the case? And it might give you a little bit of extra protection
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I'm kicking myself a little for throwing out the foam insert that came in the package away but it's not that bad. It's barely loose so I'm not worried about that and for protection once I have the cover stay closed it shouldn't be bad at all. I could also line the inside with felt or something.
Did you make slots for buttons and charger and headphones?
flatrhino said:
Did you make slots for buttons and charger and headphones?
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I did not, I like the clean look of the pages from the outside ( So you can't tell anything is inside)
Just got my Z1. And in the box the charging dock was included. The puzzling thing was that there was an extra bracket/slot/whatever you wanna call it that seemingly looks like a spare one for the charging dock. Anyone know what Im talking about and can tell me what its for? Haha!
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Just got my Z1. And in the box the charging dock was included. The puzzling thing was that there was an extra bracket/slot/whatever you wanna call it that seemingly looks like a spare one for the charging dock. Anyone know what Im talking about and can tell me what its for? Haha!
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theres only one dock slot and thats the slot with the 2 metal contacts, it docks horizontally, if you havent got that then you havent got a dock for it
Untouchab1e said:
Just got my Z1. And in the box the charging dock was included. The puzzling thing was that there was an extra bracket/slot/whatever you wanna call it that seemingly looks like a spare one for the charging dock. Anyone know what Im talking about and can tell me what its for? Haha!
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Hi,
I noticed this aswell. Theres 2 brackets you can place into the docking.
I think it is related to wether the phone has a case on it or not, since it does appear to be a bigger spacing between the sides on the one that is ribbed.
Can't say this 100% sure tho.
Mempha said:
Hi,
I noticed this aswell. Theres 2 brackets you can place into the docking.
I think it is related to wether the phone has a case on it or not, since it does appear to be a bigger spacing between the sides on the one that is ribbed.
Can't say this 100% sure tho.
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Yeah I thought the same thing. Just didnt want to try and forcefully remove the bracket in the dock in case it wasnt removable
Guys im from the Netherlands and I can't vind this case anywere why?!!!?!
I want to have the case before my phone comes so I won't damage it that fast I know how I im.. ghehe
Rolando88 said:
Guys im from the Netherlands and I can't vind this case anywere why?!!!?!
I want to have the case before my phone comes so I won't damage it that fast I know how I im.. ghehe
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I dont believe Sprint is selling it yet.
Go to Verizon.com thats where I ordered mine from.
It doesnt have a Verizon logo on it anywhere and works fine.
jayjam99 said:
I dont believe Sprint is selling it yet.
Go to Verizon.com thats where I ordered mine from.
It doesnt have a Verizon logo on it anywhere and works fine.
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woo! thank you! bene looking all over for this, spend 5 more bucks on some cleaning wipes in order to get the free overnight shipping over 49.00 as the case is only 44.99..
penskyc said:
woo! thank you! bene looking all over for this, spend 5 more bucks on some cleaning wipes in order to get the free overnight shipping over 49.00 as the case is only 44.99..
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im trying to get rid of mine if you want...
rahtrip said:
im trying to get rid of mine if you want...
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How much to ship it to the UK?
johnboywilson said:
How much to ship it to the UK?
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lemme see
rahtrip said:
lemme see
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Thank You
rahtrip said:
im trying to get rid of mine if you want...
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If you flip over the cover, does it work to support the phone as a kickstand in landscape?
Sent from my HTC One_M8 using Tapatalk
GermanGuy said:
If you flip over the cover, does it work to support the phone as a kickstand in landscape?
Sent from my HTC One_M8 using Tapatalk
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Nope. It just slips and falls over.
Have had the case now for over a day and I do have a few thoughts about it. Purchased at a Verizon store last Sat(none in my area had it in stock apparently) for $48 with tax and 3 day shipping to my home. Color was the grey which I thought went really well with my gunmetal model. Upon putting it on the phone I felt that the fit was spot on. The back snapped right into place and the front flip cover rests evenly on the screen. Functionality of the case is second to none. It works as advertised ranging from being able to see time and current weather conditions to making and answering calls.
Some of the other things that will light up are any incoming text messages and you can also dismiss any alarms that you have set to go off by simply following the gestures. A big question that I had when I bought the case was whether or not that the music playback would be hindered. I'm very happy to report that audio playback was just as clear and precise as if the cover wasn't over the front of the device. Another plus is when you open the cover the phone automatically unlocks and the screen shuts off when the cover goes back on. Thus greatly eliminating use of the top mounted power button.
I felt the choice of the materials for the case were not bad. The rear material certainly doesn't feel like a cheap plastic by any means, but it's nowhere near as nice as the phone's metal finish. The most comfortable way of using the phone for me was to hold the cover with my left hand and use my right to operate the phone itself. Now, I have rather large hands so this could obviously be different if you weren't blessed with such a thing. Folding the front of the case back over the rear proved to be uncomfortable to me. Another downside is the fact that the front cover cannot double as a kickstand when positioning the phone in landscape. When done so, the phone just falls flat on its back.
Overall, I definitely like the case. It has that wow factor to it as everyone I have showed it to have been amazed by it's functionality. The only things that HTC should improve on it is to have the front flap being able to fold back and stay flush on the rear of the device. I also would had like for the front flap to stay open when you open, but the trade off is that when it springs back into position it does a good job of staying over the screen, even in a loose pocket. I noticed no addition use of the screen during the day in Gsam battery monitor. If I were to give it a score out of 10 I'd place it at an 8. Only major cons would be price and certain aspects of holding the device depending on hand size.
I'd have to tip my hat to HTC for coming up with the concept. If anyone has anymore questions about it feel free to ask.
Found this on ebay:
http://www.ebay.de/itm/HTC-One-m8-dot-View-Hulle-Cover-Neu-/271443579895?pt=DE_Handy_PDA_Taschen_Schutzh%C3%BCllen&hash=item3f334c53f7
i ordered a dot view but my provider wrote me that they will deliver later in may
Rudimente said:
i ordered a dot view but my provider wrote me that they will deliver later in may
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What is your provider? It looks like the black ones are available on Verizon.com again (they were sold out all week). Just ordered one for a friend.
Supacat said:
What is your provider? It looks like the black ones are available on Verizon.com again (they were sold out all week). Just ordered one for a friend.
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german t-mobile is my provider
Rudimente said:
german t-mobile is my provider
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I'm having german t-mobile as well, they told me today that the cases should arrive this week..? but don't know how true that is..
amazon started listing the colored variations today, but all of them are marked as "available for preorder"
any chance you could post a couple of pics showing what the case looks like when open and folded back? All the photos i've seen of it don't show this. want to know how much it bulks the phone out.
cheers
Managed to pick the one and only one of these up from my local Phones4U in Croydon today, then went to the other local Phones4U and bough the other one, looks like they are finally starting to trickle in.
Figured out how to get the case to function as a kickstand. It's simple, but involves needing something else like a laptop or book as a prop. Simply open the cover and fold it over the back of the device. Then just rest the device on the laptop or book of your choice. Then, boom it stays put in place and with the way I got it, the angle is pretty nice for viewing.
So I am awaiting the official HTC Car Kit.
But for now I purchased a cheap $10 case an iMagnet Car Kit, So I slipped a piece of metal between the case and the phone to make it magnetize and half the time when I put it on the iMagnet it thinks I have the dot case on it and gives me the big pixel clock and weather.
I have played around with moving the piece of metal inside to a better area and still really hard to make it work without the dot case option kicking in.
Anyone know how to turn that off?
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So I am awaiting the official HTC Car Kit.
But for now I purchased a cheap $10 case an iMagnet Car Kit, So I slipped a piece of metal between the case and the phone to make it magnetize and half the time when I put it on the iMagnet it thinks I have the dot case on it and gives me the big pixel clock and weather.
I have played around with moving the piece of metal inside to a better area and still really hard to make it work without the dot case option kicking in.
Anyone know how to turn that off?
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If you have root maybe try deleting the apk in system/priv-app/HtcDotMatrix.apk? I haven't tried as I have the case and use it.
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If you have root maybe try deleting the apk in system/priv-app/HtcDotMatrix.apk? I haven't tried as I have the case and use it.
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Thank I am at work going to try to find a magnet. Then I will just rename that file .bak and reboot see what happends.
drigout said:
Thank I am at work going to try to find a magnet. Then I will just rename that file .bak and reboot see what happends.
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I'd be curious to hear the results. I'm sure others will have similar issues.
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I'd be curious to hear the results. I'm sure others will have similar issues.
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Well after renaming it there is progress it still shuts the phone down but when I turn it back on it is back to normal, I no longer have the dot matrix.
Now if only it did not turn the phone off. That might be in the build.prop I will need to take a prob to it.
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Well after renaming it there is progress it still shuts the phone down but when I turn it back on it is back to normal, I no longer have the dot matrix.
Now if only it did not turn the phone off. That might be in the build.prop I will need to take a prob to it.
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Had the same problem with the magnet in my money clip. Worked perfect! Thanks!