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I am interested in buying the Smart Dock for the Note 2, but I cannot go without a case as I have already had to replace the phone once. I am currently using the Seidio Active case and was wondering if it would still fit in the dock? I have heard that Samsung has left some wiggle room for cases in reviews, but will it be enough to accommodate the kickstand as well?
Any help is appreciated.
Thanks,
Jared
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My guess from seeing other docks/chargers you need a slimmer case, like Surface or any TPU cases. Active might be too tight, but I don't know for sure.
I just received my smart dock 2 days ago and I also use the Active case, it does not fit properly. You have to press down the phone to fully sit in the USB prong and it connects fine but as soon as you go, the spring loaded usb prong and the rubber on the case pulls it back out. When I want to dock, I just partially remove the bottom part of the case or remove it completely.
So I've tried a couple of protective cases out there (both otterbox cases) and I can't seem to find a case that will work with a MHL adapter that provides any real protection. I am using one of those cheap aluminum ebay cases right now but last time I dropped it with it on it my screen broke so I'm looking for one with more protection. What are you guys using that works with your Samsung MHL adapters (epl 3fhu)?
I use the defender and cut plastic off the MHL plug so that it fits with the case on
You can cut the plastic off the MHL plug?! Can you show me a pic please?
Mibuix0r said:
You can cut the plastic off the MHL plug?! Can you show me a pic please?
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I think he means to shave off a little bit of the plastic part of the mhl cable that is preventing the mhl plug from going in. You can use an exaxto or hobby knife.
I had this problem with my galaxy note 1 and since that mhl adapter doesn't work with the gn2, I bought this mhl cable and it works with my bulky case.
www.ebay.com/itm/2M-MHL-Adapter-Mic..._PDA_Cables_Adapters&var=&hash=item485507bd25
There are others on ebay. just make sure that it is gs3 or gn2 compatible.
fosselman said:
I think he means to shave off a little bit of the plastic part of the mhl cable that is preventing the mhl plug from going in. You can use an exaxto or hobby knife.
I had this problem with my galaxy note 1 and since that mhl adapter doesn't work with the gn2, I bought this mhl cable and it works with my bulky case.
www.ebay.com/itm/2M-MHL-Adapter-Mic..._PDA_Cables_Adapters&var=&hash=item485507bd25
There are others on ebay. just make sure that it is gs3 or gn2 compatible.
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I am using this one http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Adapter-Hdmi-3Fhu-Galaxy/dp/B0080CXSOU/ref=cm_cd_ql_qh_dp_t it doesn't seem to have as much plastic but ill try to shave a bit off and see it it will fit
Works great thanks a lot guys, should have tried this sooner.
Talking about screen protectores, cases, cables, adapters, anything .
I'm kinda waiting for Zagg or any other high quality company to start selling stuff for the Nexus 5X.
Ordered a Cruzerlite case and spigen tempered glass screen protector
I just ordered the spigen tempered glass protector, but I am getting one of the adopted cases from the Google store.
I ordered the case from the play store. The black one. Not sure the name but it looks like its fuzzy on the back. Also a usb-c to usb-a wire from play store for $12.99. Still thinking about screen protector. What's the consensus? Is it gonna lay flat or what? Lol. I haaate the nexus 6 situation with the halo effect.
I didn't hear any mention of a curved screen so it should be fine
Are the tempered glass protectors that much better? I've never used one, always just gone with the sticky film type screen protectors, but wouldn't mind trying something new.
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Jexx11 said:
Are the tempered glass protectors that much better? I've never used one, always just gone with the sticky film type screen protectors, but wouldn't mind trying something new.
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Would also love to hear an answer for this, I always go bare-glass, but I'm ready to be told that my ways are wrong.
I'll never go without tempered glass.. My phone has fallen face first a few times and it broke the tempered glass screen protector and the screen underneath was perfect still
Anybody hear of any good body wraps that are clear. I just need protection without hiding the phone. I kind of don't want to cover this phone up with a case
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Ordered a case and USB C to A cable set, combined price of $28.98 for four cables and a .5mm TPU case. check Amazon for these:
- Orzly® Multi-Colour Value Pack of USB 2.0 Type C (USB-C) to Type A (USB-A) Cables
- Nexus 5X Case, Nexus 5 2nd Gen Case, REDShield® [Clear] Slim & Flexible Anti-shock Crystal Silicone TPU Skin Protective Cover for Google Nexus 5X /Nexus 5 2nd Gen 2015
Not sure about the case though... anyone used REDShield ones before?
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Would also love to hear an answer for this, I always go bare-glass, but I'm ready to be told that my ways are wrong.
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If you're not careful with your phone (or just have bad luck) then glass is the way to go. The glass protectors are 9H, so really scratch resistant. I'll be going bare since there will be no ridges when gliding my finger across the edges of the screen
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I'll never go without tempered glass.. My phone has fallen face first a few times and it broke the tempered glass screen protector and the screen underneath was perfect still
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Same here. Plus, they feel silky smooth compared to a film.
I've never used tempered glass, do they cause problems with any cases, like the thin TPU variety?
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I've never used tempered glass, do they cause problems with any cases, like the thin TPU variety?
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I've used tempered glass on my G3 and M9 both with TPU cases. No issues here.
I will be getting one for my 5X when it arrives.
Some USB-C to USB-A cables and a screen protector.
No case, I prefer "nearly naked" - so I'm going to wait for somebody to put out a good quality skin. I have a black leather skin from Slickwraps on my Nexus 5, I think I'll go the same way with the N5x.
I tried a tempered glass screen protector on the N5 earlier this year, and it cracked after about a month. Same thing happened to a tempered glass protector I had on my Nikon camera. No tempered glass for me.
tronsmart quick charge car charger on sale for 8.99 (11.99 at amazon)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA8FZ31H9491
aukey quick charge wall charger for 7.50 with codeRPYXKK7Y
http://www.amazon.com/Qualcomm-Certified-Aukey-Charger-Included/dp/B00QEX83LA
(scroll down to look at the other promotions, but this is what i got)
type c male to micro usb female
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00W98IQ5M?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00
probably will be looking for a tempered glass screen protector once it ships, but these other deals, I went ahead and got
jadeddjay said:
tronsmart quick charge car charger on sale for 8.99 (11.99 at amazon)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA8FZ31H9491
aukey quick charge wall charger for 7.50 with codeRPYXKK7Y
http://www.amazon.com/Qualcomm-Certified-Aukey-Charger-Included/dp/B00QEX83LA
(scroll down to look at the other promotions, but this is what i got)
type c male to micro usb female
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00W98IQ5M?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00
probably will be looking for a tempered glass screen protector once it ships, but these other deals, I went ahead and got
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The fast charge for the Nexus is 3a . the chargers you got are 2a. you will not get the fastest charging from it
Dang I figured quick charge was quick charge
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Dang I figured quick charge was quick charge
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The Qualcomm Quick charge spec is only for Micro USB connector based chargers.
The USB 3.1 Type-C spec includes it's own charging standards, to get the fastest charging we are going to need native Type-C charger. The ones on the Play Store, obviously should be fine. Otherwise I would be very wary of anything that doesn't have a Type-C port on the charger. Even with that most of the third party chargers probably don't conform to the entire Type-C spec yet.
I have not seen a car charger yet that I have any sort of confidence in providing fast charge capability.
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The Qualcomm Quick charge spec is only for Micro USB connector based chargers.
The USB 3.1 Type-C spec includes it's own charging standards, to get the fastest charging we are going to need native Type-C charger. The ones on the Play Store, obviously should be fine. Otherwise I would be very wary of anything that doesn't have a Type-C port on the charger. Even with that most of the third party chargers probably don't conform to the entire Type-C spec yet.
I have not seen a car charger yet that I have any sort of confidence in providing fast charge capability.
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very informative, thanks
Big ask I know - my Dex finally arrived today and my lovely Spigen case doesn't work with it. I don't want to have to remove the case every time I use Dex - is there an answer that still protects my Note??
I use something like this and it works well. Though the one I've put here isn't an exact match to mine, it is very cheap so if it doesn't work 100% you haven't lost much.
Go to Amazon and search for "Spigen Essential CA310". It will make almost any case compatible with the Dex station.
You're more than welcome.
My pitaka case works fine with the dex, wireless charging, nfc, and mag mounts.
Also, if you don't already have the Samsung Dex, look at the Smos Dex, much more case friendly.
Get a USB-C extender! That's what I got and I can keep my current case...
https://www. amazon .com/gp/product/B01HRIDPOA/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
my spigen plugs right into dex and wirelessly charges every night just fine
What Spigen case are you using please? I'm switching between a few Spigen cases currently and have yet to try out dex.
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What Spigen case are you using please? I'm switching between a few Spigen cases currently and have yet to try out dex.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Case, Spigen® [Neo Hybrid] Galaxy Note 8 Case Cover with Flexible Inner Protection and Reinforced Hard Bumper Frame for Galaxy Note 8 (2017) - Gunmetal - 587CS22084 was the one which didn't work, but my Samsung -
Alcantara Cover
Protect your phone with the luxurious texture of soft, suede-like Alcantara. Covered with the material inside and out, this case is also durable because it's scratchproof, stain-resistant, and easy to clean with soap and water.
Black pink Khaki Dark Gray
£44.00
how about modifying the Dex?
there are two small raided ridges on either side of the USB C plug on the dex.. do you think *carefully* removing those would make most cases work?
Hello all,
There doesn't seem to be a lot of choice in terms of cases for the Tab S6. All the cases on Amazon have a cut out for the stylus which makes it stick out and they don't cover the sides of the tablet either.
I like the Samsung case but it's too expensive and more importantly for me, does not cover the sides.
Please post your recommendations here...
Thanks in advance
thecrater said:
Hello all,
There doesn't seem to be a lot of choice in terms of cases for the Tab S6. All the cases on Amazon have a cut out for the stylus which makes it stick out and they don't cover the sides of the tablet either.
I like the Samsung case but it's too expensive and more importantly for me, does not cover the sides.
Please post your recommendations here...
Thanks in advance
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I've yet to find a third party case that has a cover system for the pen too
I've gone with the official book cover with a 10.5inch sleeve to put both in when it's in my bag etc. All of the ones on eBay, amazon, aliexpress etc all have a cut out for the pen which you will 100% lose the pen at some point. Following this thread incase someone has found one.
Until I decide on a case with a pen holder—doesn't have to accomodate the pen slot, and I don't have the keyboard—I've just Dremeled the camera lens slot of my S5e case to make it bigger. So, I might just get an S5e case with a pen holder and do the same.
@TiTiB do you know if the S5e cases fit the S6? I would be looking to do the same if it does.
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@TiTiB do you know if the S5e cases fit the S6? I would be looking to do the same if it does.
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Fits perfectly.
I like the official keyboard case
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I preordered the poetic rubberize shell last night, I also like the samsung keyboard case for travel
There are a couple of options on Amazon that cover the pen.. though in a different way.
The main cover comes all the way around and then flips over a couple of inches onto the back to cover the pen cut-out.
They are a keyboard cover but the keyboard can be taken out as it is connected via magnets.
ULTRAMARINE Backlit Keyboard Case Galaxy Tab S6 Case 2019 T860 T865 SM-T860 SM-T865 Custer Leather Bluetooth Keyboard Magnetic Closed Samsung Galaxy S6 10.5 inch 2019 Keyboard Cover Case with Pencil Holder (Blue+Black)
https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B07XH2HJ15/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_dYrJDbAWE61EZ
I got the Poetic Rubber case yesterday. It's a much better case than it was for the s4. It fits tight, perfectly edge to edge of the screen and I love the extra retainer for the pen. This case works great in DEX mode or if you are not using the hidden nav options. You can easily hold the tab by the edge of the case in both portrait and landscape. The only issue with the case is that it makes edge swiping a little difficult. It does add a little weight, but holding in one hand is not an issue.
Moko Folio Case, Logitech K480 Keyboard
I also have been wavering about what case and finally decided to by an inexpensive Moko Folio for about $10 while things sort themselves out. It is a typical folio feature-wise with the exception that the S-pen slot on the back has an elastic cover up about half the pen and makes it much more secure while letting it rest in the magnetic slot for charging.
For a keyboard (lots of people seem to be reporting lots of problems with the Samsung keyboard) I am using a Logitech K480 which I already own and use with other tablets. It has three-position switch with retains bluetooth parameters for three-different devices, keys with decent feel and a slot to put the tab in to hold it up. It also comes with a semi-hard case which has a padded slot in the front cover for the tablet (even with the folio cover).
It's still soon so I will keep watching...
Case with S pen holder
I found this on Amazon, It features the same type of S pen holder as the official Samsung case, I have just ordered one myself.
Search for: Ztotops Case for Samsung Galaxy Tab S6
I'm New here so I cant Post Links, Sorry
Hope this helps
Virus7808 said:
I found this on Amazon, It features the same type of S pen holder as the official Samsung case, I have just ordered one myself.
Search for: Ztotops Case for Samsung Galaxy Tab S6
I'm New here so I cant Post Links, Sorry
Hope this helps
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Nice one! Exactly the same as the samsung one at 1/3 price!
Virus7808 said:
I found this on Amazon, It features the same type of S pen holder as the official Samsung case, I have just ordered one myself.
Search for: Ztotops Case for Samsung Galaxy Tab S6
I'm New here so I cant Post Links, Sorry
Hope this helps
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See this thread for link and magnet issue.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...rocase-galaxy-tab-s6-10-5-case-t3965440/page2
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Fits perfectly.
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huh? the s5e case does not fit the s6 very well at all.
when I used the Samsung s5e book cover on the Tab S6, the rear cameras did not fit within the S5e case hence the s5e case was not attached securely with the magnetic attachment.
if you cut out a larger hole in the s5e case for the s6 cameras, then it might be better.
TiTiB said:
See this thread for link and magnet issue.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...rocase-galaxy-tab-s6-10-5-case-t3965440/page2
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The S Pen is based on electromagnetic resonance. I assume the company wasn't cognizant of how a separate magnetic field could present a problem, which is unfortunate. This case's styling is perfect, so hopefully the design will be altered.
Ace42 said:
The S Pen is based on electromagnetic resonance. I assume the company wasn't cognizant of how a separate magnetic field could present a problem, which is unfortunate. This case's styling is perfect, so hopefully the design will be altered.
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For those interested, here's link to other thread about cases, and, hopefully, a much better solution:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...rocase-galaxy-tab-s6-10-5-case-t3965440/page3
I haven't got it yet, but will give my opinion of it when I do.
Whats the best case without magnetic pins?
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Virus7808 said:
I found this on Amazon, It features the same type of S pen holder as the official Samsung case, I have just ordered one myself.
Search for: Ztotops Case for Samsung Galaxy Tab S6
I'm New here so I cant Post Links, Sorry
Hope this helps
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I got this case too ($13.99) and I like it. I even put one of my silicone nose pads (small size) on the case's S-Pen flap so that I could more easily pull it open.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07YS8D11Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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I have tried a few cases and this is the best one I could find (and previously recommended on here) and it was a reasonable price. It’s nice and light and has a place to store the pen to stop it getting lost. The cover also activates the wake sleep when opening and closing.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07XNPSZTR
I keep my tablet in a pouch when not in use along with a good little Bluetooth keyboard which I have used on previous tablets which is also really well made and has a built in trackpad and comes with its own sleeve, again this is reasonably priced.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B017Z6Q528
I also have a Microsoft Arc mouse which I was given and as that folds flat it also fits nicely inside the sleeve I have
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Microsoft-Arc-Bluetooth-Mouse-Black/dp/B073VG9ZSV
I have used this setup with Dex and the keyboard / mouse combination works great
thecrater said:
Hello all,
There doesn't seem to be a lot of choice in terms of cases for the Tab S6. All the cases on Amazon have a cut out for the stylus which makes it stick out and they don't cover the sides of the tablet either.
I like the Samsung case but it's too expensive and more importantly for me, does not cover the sides.
Please post your recommendations here...
Thanks in advance
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I went with this from Amazon
Infiland Galaxy Tab S6 10.5 Case, Multiple Angle Stand Case Fit Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 10.5 Inch Model SM-T860/T865/T867 2019 Release, Support S Pen Wirelss Charging, Auto Wake/Sleep, Gray