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Just browsed around Otterbox's site and boom! They finally have the defender case! It won't come cheap at $90
www.otterbox.com/MOTOROLA-XOOM-Defe...OM1_color=20&start=1&cgid=motorola-xoom-cases
this will have a built in kick stand; so as soon as I deal with the whole sending the Xoom to get upgraded and such, then I plan to get this ultimate case since the whole point of having this one is to take it on a road and definitely make some usage as a hotspot device.
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Check this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=992958
Wow that looks fantastic. Ill definitely be adding that to my inventory
funnycreature said:
Check this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=992958
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my bad, got lost in the shuffle I guess
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That's exactly what I'm looking for! Awesome!!
I saw this in action at CTIA today, had great construction as usual Otterboxes, but I have these issues with it...
1) No 'folder' style for 'front' protection when in a briefcase/etc.
2) they didn't address the poor charger location by allowing a prop up
It's a great product if you like the open face style, but IMO, when storing it during travels - a screen protector isn't always enough. Personally- I'll hold out for a folio with an integrated KB.
I saw one distributer that had a magnetic bluetooth keyboard with folio; it fit the xoom perfectly. Unfortunately he didn't sell direct. He's looking for a bulk purchase and will let me know what reseller he finds. I'll post more info in a seperate thread when that happens.
tekmunki said:
I saw this in action at CTIA today, had great construction as usual Otterboxes, but I have these issues with it...
1) No 'folder' style for 'front' protection when in a briefcase/etc.
2) they didn't address the poor charger location by allowing a prop up
It's a great product if you like the open face style, but IMO, when storing it during travels - a screen protector isn't always enough. Personally- I'll hold out for a folio with an integrated KB.
I saw one distributer that had a magnetic bluetooth keyboard with folio; it fit the xoom perfectly. Unfortunately he didn't sell direct. He's looking for a bulk purchase and will let me know what reseller he finds. I'll post more info in a seperate thread when that happens.
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I thought the outer layer (with the stand) can be taken out and attached to the front? That should cover the screen during travelling.
Me no like, too bulky and hard - its not a phone for christs sake!
Xoom is more of a laptop with its weight and size... and how often have you dropped your laptop?
tekmunki said:
I saw one distributer that had a magnetic bluetooth keyboard with folio; it fit the xoom perfectly. Unfortunately he didn't sell direct. He's looking for a bulk purchase and will let me know what reseller he finds. I'll post more info in a seperate thread when that happens.
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Now that's what I've been waiting for! Please keep me in the loop!
Are guys going to get it now or wait till after the hardware upgrade?
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Hm..
Well, My Xoom needs protection just as much protection now as it will after the LTE upgrade. My vote goes to getting it when its released.
Ah there's a youtube video on a prototype of the case.
Should answer some of your questions.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lWI3oOoEUV8
I'm actually more interested in details about the portfolio with the keyboard (I know this thread is about the Otterbox but the news got me excited)
With the lack of a kickstands on our Galaxy nexus it has many of us searching for a solution ... there is one kickstand case online but IMHO its an eyesore and does not look durable at all. Which caused me to continue looking, and tis is what I found.
The GoGoStand is portable (same size as a credit card), durable, cheap ($5 from gogostand.com), and has many viewing angles for different uses.
I purchased it expecting nothing but found myself using it all the time. I store it in my tpu phone case and it fits perfectly, even with the extended (2000mah oem) battery.
I highly recommend this to all galaxy nexus users as its extremely useful for an on the go stand with multiple viewing angles.
Btw, this will work with and without cases and also comes in several colors.
Looks interesting. And at that price, it couldn't hurt to try. Gonna buy 3 of them and we'll see how it goes.
i first got one of these when i just got my nexus one. it's pretty reliable and i just leave it in my wallet. i was worried that numerous times you fold it would eventually weaken it, but it's still able to hold my gnex just fine.
i got one of theses a long time ago and it's still in my wallet. doesnt get too much use but when i want it, its there. no problems at all with durability
Have you seen the Seidio Active case? It has a kickstand. We've been discussing it on the case sticky.
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-nexus-active-case-black-p/csk3ssgnlk-bk.htm
But the sides on that case is fugglyyyy... Not sure why they made it that way, indentation for the fingers??
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Have you seen the Seidio Active case? It has a kickstand. We've been discussing it on the case sticky.
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-nexus-active-case-black-p/csk3ssgnlk-bk.htm
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Yeah, it doesn't seem very durable and is ugly IMHO
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Here is a picture of the GoGo in my tpu case. See how it fits perfectly without obstructing anything.
Highly recommended!
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That looks very neet!
Just ordered one!
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But the sides on that case is fugglyyyy... Not sure why they made it that way, indentation for the fingers??
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Don't diss it till you try it. It is there for ergonomic purposes and it works very well.
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itsjusttim said:
Here is a picture of the GoGo in my tpu case. See how it fits perfectly without obstructing anything.
Highly recommended!
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So, do you have to take the phone out everytime you want to use the card?
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So, do you have to take the phone out everytime you want to use the card?
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Yes, I also ordered another one to put into my wallet in case I don't feel like taking the case halfway off. I take my case off at least once a day anyways as I change batteries.
- GSM Galaxy Nexus
just ordered one lol
dont use it often, but will come in handy when needed
Same, thanks to itsjusttim's post I ordered 4 - arrived really quickly and they're great.
Best solution I've seen so far. And the bronze one matches the colour of the GN really well.
nice... here's mine I made using some card from casino.
pinadala gamit galaxy nexus lte (xda premium)
SuzakuTheKnight said:
Have you seen the Seidio Active case? It has a kickstand. We've been discussing it on the case sticky.
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-nexus-active-case-black-p/csk3ssgnlk-bk.htm
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Have the case and love it
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landrian18 said:
nice... here's mine I made using some card from casino.
pinadala gamit galaxy nexus lte (xda premium)
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As those work, not nearly as pretty or useful as the GoGo Stand. But whatever works for you.
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actually it works well even its not that pretty.. and take note I just use scissors.. yes gogostand is pretty and clean and made of plastic so few more bends and it will snap. Mine has leather base support.
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Are you guys using your phones a ton for video and what not, and that is why you need a stand? I use it for short youtube clips, but even when I had my Evo and Thunderbolt, I never really used the kickstand for media. It was more something to play with when I was bored.
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Are you guys using your phones a ton for video and what not, and that is why you need a stand? I use it for short youtube clips, but even when I had my Evo and Thunderbolt, I never really used the kickstand for media. It was more something to play with when I was bored.
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I stream a lot of Youtube and Revision3, but also use it for charging (clock). Useful for music as well using the speaker I can project against a wall or the stand itself instead of just straight up or down.
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Mindstar1 said:
Are you guys using your phones a ton for video and what not, and that is why you need a stand? I use it for short youtube clips, but even when I had my Evo and Thunderbolt, I never really used the kickstand for media. It was more something to play with when I was bored.
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Mine is my main TV so I really need a stand.
Got a TPU case on my phone and love it. Is there a desktop charger other than the seidio one that could fit it?
Just use a USB cord with a case with a prop, works great
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neederishelp said:
Just use a USB cord with a case with a prop, works great
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what exactly do you mean ??
maybe you have a link or some guide..
Thanks in advance
get one that is made for the galaxy note.
kms108 said:
get one that is made for the galaxy note.
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do you have a link?
neederishelp said:
Just use a USB cord with a case with a prop, works great
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i know i can do something crappy like this but was looking for something possibly that would look nice. I did come across this and may see if I can have a friend help me with this as its way out of my league.
http://yanminhong.blogspot.com/2012/01/galaxy-nexus-dock-mod.html
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get one that is made for the galaxy note.
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Do you know for sure it would work?
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I got a few of these: http://www.ebay.com/itm/SAMSUNG-GALAXY-S2-S-II-I9100-ZENIS-DESKTOP-DOCK-CHARGER-CRADLE-/220883609072?_trksid=p4340.m185&_trkparms=algo%3DSIC.NPJS%26its%3DI%252BC%26itu%3DUA%26otn%3D5%26pmod%3D270865448058%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D5859734319996833550
and they have worked with all my Samsung Android phones WITH "thinner" type cases. When I put the Diztronics case on the GNex it didn't fit by a hair so I took a Dremel tool and ground down the front edge just a little. It looks a LOT worse in the picture (since it is close up and due to the lighting) then it does on my desk but it could also be done a lot neater. I kind of slipped with the Dremel. For the price, these docks can't be beat. They only make them in 1 size yet they advertise them as if they are different (and jack up the prices depending on the phone). There is NO audio or video out, it's simply a charge/sync/nightstand cradle.
Today I broke down and ordered the "RND Power Solutions Deluxe 2nd Battery Charger and Data Sync Cradle" from amazon.com (too new to post a link, just give it a search).
This may be what you are looking for, because it is described as having an insert you can put in/remove depending on the case you are using.
I should have this guy in-hand Friday and I can give you a more detailed review.
wookaru said:
Today I broke down and ordered the "RND Power Solutions Deluxe 2nd Battery Charger and Data Sync Cradle" from amazon.com (too new to post a link, just give it a search).
This may be what you are looking for, because it is described as having an insert you can put in/remove depending on the case you are using.
I should have this guy in-hand Friday and I can give you a more detailed review.
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Looking forward to read it
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Someone just posted a review of the RND Power Solutions dock in this forum.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1465597
Looks like his LTE phone with a thin case was a tight fit, so this may not be what you are looking for :-(
wookaru said:
Someone just posted a review of the RND Power Solutions dock in this forum.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1465597
Looks like his LTE phone with a thin case was a tight fit, so this may not be what you are looking for :-(
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Not sure you´r correct, since they are saying in the reviews, that the sparepart charger doesn´t fit their type of battery, but its ment for the GSM version. .
So IMO this one on Amazon is for the GSM-version, but still wil work for the LTE versions phones, but not the spare battery they may want to charge..
That looks to be the same as the KiDiGi one listed on the Mobi site except the Amazon price is a lot less expensive. However on the Mobi site it is listed as a GSM (i9250) version.
I've been tempted as they also have a car dock with the same form factor but I'm really looking for something that looks decent but allows me to leave my Qmadix case on the phone.
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That looks to be the same as the KiDiGi one listed on the Mobi site except the Amazon price is a lot less expensive. However on the Mobi site it is listed as a GSM (i9250) version.
I've been tempted as they also have a car dock with the same form factor but I'm really looking for something that looks decent but allows me to leave my Qmadix case on the phone.
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it's the same thing.
kms108 said:
it's the same thing.
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Has any of you bought from 4u-mobi??
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I finally got the charging dock from 4u-mobi and can confirm that the GSM model with a casemate barely there case will fit..
I also got a s-curve TPU case, that fit this dock as well....
In both combinations you need to take off the insert
what about the clingo desktop stand. i;ve been looking at getting a universal desktop dock so that i can use it with a case and future phones.
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what about the clingo desktop stand. i;ve been looking at getting a universal desktop dock so that i can use it with a case and future phones.
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I just ended up getting the gogostand and taping it to my desk. Works flawless. Yes it doesnt charge, but I couldnt find anything that I liked without having to remove my case each time. And I wasnt going to do that.
I was wondering if anyone knew of a good case with blue tooth keyboard.
go to vzw . Com
They are selling the official moto leather folio with built in BT keyboard for $29
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I've seen that one, but I'm holding out for better.
Does anyone know if there's a keyboard / battery pack combo? Y'know - something that you can plug in to microusb port. Runs off keyboard battery first (rechargeable), then uses system batt?
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I've seen that one, but I'm holding out for better.
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Have you heard anything bad about it? All of the reviews I've seen are pretty favorable. I'm eyeing it hard but I just bought the other Moto keyboard a few weeks ago. I would prefer something integrated into a case.
I have looked several times and not been able to find it. I would like to see the link.
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I have looked several times and not been able to find it. I would like to see the link.
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Try this.
http://www.verizonwireless.com/b2c/store/accessory?action=refineByPhone&phoneId=5717
I've been looking for something similar to this for my Xoom FE. Do y'all think the slimmer form factor would work in this case? It's a pretty good deal.
I'm guessing it wouldn't work good. The specs on Motorola's site are below. If the length and width were the same, then I would say yes, but since they are not, I don't think it would fit good.
Xoom: (H x W x D)
249.1 x 167.8 x 12.9 mm
Xoom FE:
260 x 177 x 11.4 mm
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I'm guessing it wouldn't work good. The specs on Motorola's site are below. If the length and width were the same, then I would say yes, but since they are not, I don't think it would fit good.
Xoom: (H x W x D)
249.1 x 167.8 x 12.9 mm
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260 x 177 x 11.4 mm
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The Xoom Keyboard Folio case is very snug...really just fits the original Xoom with no room to spare and anything smaller would fall out. It really is just for the original Xoom. It is great and an amazing bargain at $30.
Looks like I'll be going a different route. I'm thinking of just buying a slip cover and the Logitech keyboard with the little case/stand. Looks pretty neat and that seems to be the most effective way of getting what I want for my tablet that no one else seems to own.
I would love to have one, but they are not available (or much more expensive) in Germany
Just got the Verizon case in the mail today and that thing is damn near perfect. Haven't found a flaw yet. My USB adapters come out and go horizontal and the case provides plenty of space for it. Paired with the bluetooth mouse this is much more convenient then dragging around my big laptop
I also received the folio case today. Good quality for the price. Not sure about the keyboard though. Don't like the small shift key on the right side and the home key being just left of the enter key makes you exit to home screen every time you mistakenly hit it. I like the Motorola Bluetooth keyboard a bit better. Anyway, I'll give it a bit more time and maybe I can get use to the layout. The other thing, the case is pretty thick. I expected thickness with keyboard, but I think it could have been designed slightly thinner. The leather is layered and quite thick. The stand works well, but only 1 angle to choose from, which is a pretty steep angle.
nswenson said:
I also received the folio case today. Good quality for the price. Not sure about the keyboard though. Don't like the small shift key on the right side and the home key being just left of the enter key makes you exit to home screen every time you mistakenly hit it. I like the Motorola Bluetooth keyboard a bit better. Anyway, I'll give it a bit more time and maybe I can get use to the layout. The other thing, the case is pretty thick. I expected thickness with keyboard, but I think it could have been designed slightly thinner. The leather is layered and quite thick. The stand works well, but only 1 angle to choose from, which is a pretty steep angle.
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I really think the thickness isn't too bad. Only thing I've noticed is the camera is kind of blocked unless you pull the stand down. Not a huge deal as I don't use it very often, but still is there. I do like the space between the bottom of the Xoom and the fold. Plenty of room for USB stuff
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Folio case with KB
I have the Folio case with the Keyboard and love it. A lot of times I take my Xoom into meetings (where I used to take my laptop instead), and it does the job perfectly for a short while. I wouldn't want to write long letters on the small keyboard, but for meetings, etc...it's perfect.
anyone knows if there is something similar but with swedish keyboard?
I am wondering..is there anywhere I can buy a case which supports to put in a keyboard? Just like this for Ipad http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-20017554-1.html
I only want the case and then i'll put in a keyboard. Why am I asking for this? Because I want to buy an keyboard that supports swedish charachters, and obviously the american motorola xoom keyboard case do not have swedish charachters. I am thinking of buying Targus Bluetooth Wireless Keyboard.
I know I'm reviving a very old-dead thread here.
But anyone find a good case with keyboard, that has a working track pad?
I've looked online and I found two sellers with case/keyboard/trackpad BUT the track pad will not work on Xoom.
Thanks in advance if anyone ever reads this and/or respond.
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I'm fairly positive the Motorola keyboard with track pad works 100%
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omac_ranger said:
I'm fairly positive the Motorola keyboard with track pad works 100%
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That's just the regular BT keyboard with the extendable track pad.
I'm looking for the folio combo that's a case/keyboard/track pad all in one. Kind of like the Asus transformer has the dock. Except we can't dock so its just a folio case.
If nothing else, I will consider that one and fit it into a case.
Thanks for the suggestion.
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Can someone recommend a good, sturdy stand that has enough clearance to allow charging in portrait mode? I was looking at the iCrado Neo but from the pictures, it doesn't look like there's enough height/clearance on the bottom and the connector would hit the surface since the connector on the stock S3 charging cable is pretty long.
Would also prefer something that's pretty stable and won't tip and slide all over my desk when I'm pressing the screen. Also, not looking for a charging dock - just a stand. Any recommendations?
Anyone?
I think you should check craigsdocks.. i havnt got one myself yet but i only read good things about it.. they are handmade and very customizable.. u can make it fit for phones with cases or without, with extended battery,.. kinda everything you want.. and very good quality i think. Hopefully someone can confirm what i said
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I use this one and I love it:
http://www.ahappydeal.com/product-54494.html
ARCANAAA said:
I think you should check craigsdocks.. i havnt got one myself yet but i only read good things about it.. they are handmade and very customizable.. u can make it fit for phones with cases or without, with extended battery,.. kinda everything you want.. and very good quality i think. Hopefully someone can confirm what i said
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Looks nice but $68 is a little pricey for a desktop dock. Anyway, I'm not really looking for a dock - just a stand that allows you to charge the S3 in portrait mode.
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Looks nice but $68 is a little pricey for a desktop dock. Anyway, I'm not really looking for a dock - just a stand that allows you to charge the S3 in portrait mode.
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The nice thing about the CraigsDocks dock is that it's customizable. If you get the Galaxy S4, it will still fit. Heck, it even fits the NOTE II and smaller phones.
So you buy one dock for the next several years & phones.
I have one in my car and it's far & away the best dock I've ever used. You just have to make sure you tighten down the adjustments real good so it doesn't loosen up.