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Does the multimedia dock have a speaker? I ask because my Droid X alarm is really low volume (was late today) so I was wondering if the Multimedia Dock has a speaker to increase the volume of the device while attached?
I used it for a few days but mostly just charging my phone and ease of bedside and there was no speaker.
dscottjr81 said:
I used it for a few days but mostly just charging my phone and ease of bedside and there was no speaker.
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does it have a 3.5 audio jack out?
i've looked for pictures and i can't find much. i thought i saw a shot that showed the HDMI connection was a normal sized one so it acts as a convertor from mini to normal.
fedex just left a door tag! it could be here today!!!!
sakowitz said:
does it have a 3.5 audio jack out?
i've looked for pictures and i can't find much. i thought i saw a shot that showed the HDMI connection was a normal sized one so it acts as a convertor from mini to normal.
fedex just left a door tag! it could be here today!!!!
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micro HDMI. not mini.
and it has the same size HDMI plug as the phone itself. and lacks a 3.5MM headphone jack.
the only benefits you get are
1)it looks good.
2)it automatically puts the phone in 'dock mode'
3)it charges the phone
4)it looks good.
i really wish it had the same capabilities as the dock for the Nexus One.
A2DP bluetooth was fantastic. as was being able to remove the phone from the dock without having to hold the dock down.
So I got my dock today and the build is quite nice! As other posters have said it serves no purpose other than charging and is great as an alarm clock! I also got the hdmi cable with it. My question is, what can I stream to my tv? I know I can do photos and any video I capture with the phone. Can you stream movies? If so how and in what format?
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TheFuzz said:
So I got my dock today and the build is quite nice! As other posters have said it serves no purpose other than charging and is great as an alarm clock! I also got the hdmi cable with it. My question is, what can I stream to my tv? I know I can do photos and any video I capture with the phone. Can you stream movies? If so how and in what format?
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Sadly, no you can't. As of right now you can only stream movies and pictures you've shot yourself. Unless you put a downloaded movie and put it on your phone (But that would be illegal ) You can't even stream blockbuster movies you've purchased/rented. Maybe Moto will fix this in an update or something.
I got the multimedia dock for my office, but I am not using it anymore since I got the Seidio Rugged case. I am just past the 30 day return window so I can't return it. If anyone is interested in buying it let me know.
RaptorMD said:
I got the multimedia dock for my office, but I am not using it anymore since I got the Seidio Rugged case. I am just past the 30 day return window so I can't return it. If anyone is interested in buying it let me know.
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I sent you a PM about this...
Anyone else selling their dock? Pm me pleaae
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Does it fit in the dock with a case on the phone?
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Is there a docking station for Wildfire?
take a look...
http://cgi.ebay.com/USB-Base-Dock-C...200510?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item33601328fe
you can find easyly on ebay
i just order one
i will live feedback later
the only thing is i think is a huge fail is that you have to plug in the USB cable by yourself...
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the only thing is i think is a huge fail is that you have to plug in the USB cable by yourself...
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The designer was soo dumb.
Imagine how cool could a landscape dock look like, it could work as a nght clock too.
I have one of the docks. It is stupid that you have to plug in the phone manually, but for now I guess its the best we can get. The blue LED is a bit of a problem when you're using the phone and dock as a bedside clock.
Also, if you get the dog, turn the phone into a fancy clock with LightningBug app. It's like one of those mood things that plays sounds and visuals to calm you down or make you sleep. Looks awesome in the dock, like some super high tech alarm clock.
I suppose the big problem with gettin a dock is that the usb is in the side of the phone so it have to have a rotating holder too.
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hollyfire
how did you get on with the cradle?
Has anyone seen a landscape dock for the phone? I cant see the point of a dock that you still have to plug a cable into!
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Has anyone seen a landscape dock for the phone? I cant see the point of a dock that you still have to plug a cable into!
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I agree, you want it to be simple and not have to struggle with a cable if you want to dock your phone, so, does anyone know a docking station that does not require a cable?
Ok i found a landscape dock for Blackberry Storm 2, which is ALMOST same size, but the position of the usb can be incorrect. I dont have 20$ to try, if somebody would like, here : http://shop.crackberry.com/blackberry-charging-pod/5A100A5980.htm
They failed bigtime on this! How hard would it be to make one... I thought that someone in hong kong would be banging out loads of these.
How about this? cgi. ebay .com/NEW-HORIZONTAL-CHARGER-DOCK-BLACKBERRY-STORM-2-9550-/350443766033?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item5198138111#ht_4520wt_943
(cut the spaces after cgi. and ebay - new user can't post links! )
anybody tried this?
Gurdjieff said:
Ok i found a landscape dock for Blackberry Storm 2, which is ALMOST same size, but the position of the usb can be incorrect. I dont have 20$ to try, if somebody would like, here : shop.crackberry.com/blackberry-charging-pod/5A100A5980.htm"]shop. crackberry.com/blackberry-charging-pod/5A100A5980.htm
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PS. Sorry my bad english, I'm from Finland
dealextreme
Here for less than 17$ shipping free :
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/usb-ac-adapters-for-htc-wildfire-g8-100-240v-40962~r.81444170
houdini1er said:
Here for less than 17$ shipping free :
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/usb-ac-adapters-for-htc-wildfire-g8-100-240v-40962~r.81444170
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I`ve ordered from DX before, they are great, albeit slow delivery on the free shipping (faster on the paid options)
http://www.dealextreme.com/photogallery.dx/sku.54443~seQ.2
This Desire Z dock would almost be perfect if it weren't for the fact that the mini port is located futher back on the Desire Z rather than dead-center like it is on the Wildfire. It may fit with a bit of sanding but I wouldn't give it any hope if you have a bulky case on the phone.
There must be something out there that fits or is bigger.
Bigger isn't really a problem as any space between the connector and the backwall can be padded out (I would actually prefer it to be too big as that gives more flexibility with fitting 3rd-party cases) and who really cares if the dock is too long or if the front of the phone overhangs the front of the dock a little?
As long as the phone sits securely and is easy to drop on and lift off, I'd be happy.
I think i saw one nice dock for WF at play.com, check there if ur from european country.
GigiAUT said:
I have one of the docks. It is stupid that you have to plug in the phone manually, but for now I guess its the best we can get. The blue LED is a bit of a problem when you're using the phone and dock as a bedside clock.
Also, if you get the dog, turn the phone into a fancy clock with LightningBug app. It's like one of those mood things that plays sounds and visuals to calm you down or make you sleep. Looks awesome in the dock, like some super high tech alarm clock.
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i think if you go into the clock app then the alarm and press menu, settings are available to change the colour of the led for bedside mode.
hollyfire said:
http://cgi.ebay.com/USB-Base-Dock-C...200510?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item33601328fe
you can find easyly on ebay
i just order one
i will live feedback later
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i bought the same charger.... it works but sucks that its usb and not a plug... also i had to get a separate cable to charge the spare battery and the lights are far to bright for use on a night the light the room like its christmas
For anyone that owns the car dock:
1) how's the quality? Is it nice? Or is it a cheapo peice of junk?
2) how does it charge the phone? Via cigarette lighter? Or does it not charge the phone?
3) if I wanted to listen to music, does it come with/turn into an FM transmitter? Or do I just plug it into the auxiliary port on my car?
Thanks!
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I can speak to the Moto version, it's the one I have. There's an AT&T branded one also. Moto version comes with a USB connection from the dock to a dual USB cigarette lighter charger. At the charger end of the USB plug, there's a short pigtail female aux jack that can plug directly to a 1/8" stereo aux cable to go to your 1/8" aux jack in your stereo (comes with cable also). It charges well, except when the battery gets hot. It tends to do that in direct sunlight unless you blow a/c on it. I would suggest looking at a vent clip for it, that's my plan. This would most likely work with it: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0015A6YN6/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&m=ATVPDKIKX0DER
I found this online: http://www.androidcentral.com/motorola-atrix-car-dock-eyes-mwc
Is that the car dock you own? I didn't see anything on it like the cables you described.
Sinful Animosity said:
I found this online: http://www.androidcentral.com/motorola-atrix-car-dock-eyes-mwc
Is that the car dock you own? I didn't see anything on it like the cables you described.
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Yep, USB plugs into the back in that square indent. It wasn't a thorough review.
I got the ATT one and that one does not come with a charger. It comes with the usb/aux cable and dock. I got a rocketfish 2 AMP charger and it works great for it. Charging is great other than when it gets really hot in the sun (all black interior)
The new car dock 2.3.4 software is great and looks better than the earlier 2.2.2 and via AUX the sound quality is great on spotify / slacker / FLAC's and and mp3's into my stereo. I have my mounted near my gearbox and can easily tap what I want while shifting.
Work the money... I think all docks are worth it if it works into your day to day usage.
Thanks guys. Planning on buying this now I've got the Motorola Car Charger from Amazon, so not having a charger come with it is okay for me.
I've heard the dock doesn't work with many cases, so I want to build my own, but the split cable is the most important part. Does anyone know where I can get one, or even which wires are set to which pins? I could solder up my own if I had to, but would need to know what I was supposed to end up with first.
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I've heard the dock doesn't work with many cases, so I want to build my own, but the split cable is the most important part. Does anyone know where I can get one, or even which wires are set to which pins? I could solder up my own if I had to, but would need to know what I was supposed to end up with first.
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You can get the official Moto case on cnn.cn then by removing the insert from th dock you get a perfect fit. There is a thread on it: Ruggedized Battery Cover.
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just to chime in
I have the moto version purchased thru att for $25. The dock works great plugged into the aux on my car. I've even used it to take calls handsfree through my car's stereo (have to turn the volume down on the phone pretty low for best results). The suction cup works well and holds it tight, I use it on my bike as well for bluetooth to my SENA SMH10 on my helmet.
rknight68 said:
I have the moto version purchased thru att for $25. The dock works great plugged into the aux on my car. I've even used it to take calls handsfree through my car's stereo (have to turn the volume down on the phone pretty low for best results). The suction cup works well and holds it tight, I use it on my bike as well for bluetooth to my SENA SMH10 on my helmet.
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Wow! How'd you get it for $25?
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Corp discount, we get 30% off accesories...
any can find the way to control the volume from the phone , when it's plug into car dock ? ?
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any can find the way to control the volume from the phone , when it's plug into car dock ? ?
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The volume rocker maintains control.
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I went ahead and purchased the phone through AT&T and used the 25% off discount for a steal at $29 plus two day free shipping.
thanx!! jj
but it's doesn't work , for some reason when we upgrade to gb we loose control volume thru usb the same as car dock use it
I also noticed that the only control the volume rocker has over the phone when docked in the car is either on or off. This is not good for me, I used the phone through car speakers and can not control the volume from the phone. This makes the calls distorted...
rknight68 said:
I also noticed that the only control the volume rocker has over the phone when docked in the car is either on or off. This is not good for me, I used the phone through car speakers and can not control the volume from the phone. This makes the calls distorted...
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Sounds like you are running a customized ROM with the wake on volume mod. The car dock application runs on top of the standby / lock screen, so my guess is that the volume rocker has been hijacked by the mod, preventing the volume from being able to control the volume when locked and car dock app active. I think gingerbread has a way to go still which is why I am still on Froyo.
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jjwatmyself said:
Sounds like you are running a customized ROM with the wake on volume mod. The car dock application runs on top of the standby / lock screen, so my guess is that the volume rocker has been hijacked by the mod, preventing the volume from being able to control the volume when locked and car dock app active. I think gingerbread has a way to go still which is why I am still on Froyo.
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I believe this is correct, and I agree fully on the gb thing. I want to put it on my phone so bad, but something keeps telling me to wait. I even dl'd the ninja rom over the weekend and have the zip sitting there looking at me... tempting me...
Anyway, I have the car dock. When you can use it it's awesome. The only issue I had was on a long trip the battery was only at 70% when I arrived. I think the software lets it charge until it's full, then just stops charging at all. Not sure though, and the phone was VERY hot when I arrived too. The body glove case only kind of fits, the top won't clip down with it on. I bought the moto rugged battery cover from cnn, and it fits fine with the insert removed, but I hate the case. Barely any protection on the screen at all. The sides pull back very easily. Like if you are talking on the phone and have your finger on the lower corner, it just pulls off and you have to put your finger on the menu button to hold the phone. It sucks and I went back to the body glove. I don't use the car dock every day, so when I do I just take the case off.
Cardock app not launching
I got the car dock from AT&T. When I put the phone in, it charges fine but the car dock application does not launch. I've tried few different chargers and all possible variations of connecting things in with the same result.
If I manually launch the car dock application, the screen goes back to sleep after some time.
Do I have a defective piece?
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I got the car dock from AT&T. When I put the phone in, it charges fine but the car dock application does not launch. I've tried few different chargers and all possible variations of connecting things in with the same result.
If I manually launch the car dock application, the screen goes back to sleep after some time.
Do I have a defective piece?
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The screen will go to sleep and lock if you don't have a power source connected. I have not tested on gingerbread and there may be new issues.
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What's the three "pins", dots or whatever you want to call it on the right side of the phone, what does it do? Is it like a dock station or something?
They are supposed to be used in conjunction with a car dock or desk dock to leave the end of the phone open (Think about our phones in a dock, sideways, in your car being plugged into the charging port) the problem is, is that Samsung doesn't see enough customer want and therefor is not currently planning on making said accessories.
Well I'll be damned, just found this posted:
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/EDD-D1F8BEBSTD
miketoasty said:
They are supposed to be used in conjunction with a car dock or desk dock to leave the end of the phone open (Think about our phones in a dock, sideways, in your car being plugged into the charging port) the problem is, is that []bSamsung doesn't see enough customer want[/b] and therefor is not currently planning on making said accessories.
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Could have something to do with the extortionate prices they wanted for them.
£49.99 for a dock? I expect at least a spare charger to come with it. However, this was not to be the case.
£49.99 for a piece of shaped plastic, with some die-cast weights inside, and 3 copper charging connectors. That's value for you
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Could have something to do with the extortionate prices they wanted for them.
£49.99 for a dock? I expect at least a spare charger to come with it. However, this was not to be the case.
£49.99 for a piece of shaped plastic, with some die-cast weights inside, and 3 copper charging connectors. That's value for you
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If it makes you feel better, the US version for Verizon is $49.99 but doesn't use said connectors, it's just a piece of cheap plastic with holes for cables.
Eeeessshh, that's a steep price. Audio out isn't a desired feature to me. I'll just stick with my free one. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1497881
good day.
retskrad said:
What's the three "pins", dots or whatever you want to call it on the right side of the phone, what does it do? Is it like a dock station or something?
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Look up the nexus one car and desk dock to see. That phone had the same 3 docking pins.
It sucks that we just recently found out that samsung cancelled production for these though...
RogerPodacter said:
Look up the nexus one car and desk dock to see. That phone had the same 3 docking pins.
It sucks that we just recently found out that samsung cancelled production for these though...
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That sucks. Wanted to buy both.
I was just wondering if I could ask a potentially naive but somewhat related question.
How do the three pins work? I'm assuming you'd need to use two for charging (+ve and -ve)? How do get everything else through just one pin? Have I got the wrong end of the stick?
Thanks, Rowan.
They would sell so many more accessories if they didn't try and pork people do bad.
Samsung canceled the car dock?
God I hope Motorola makes the next Nexus. Samsung is the worst.
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Eeeessshh, that's a steep price. Audio out isn't a desired feature to me. I'll just stick with my free one. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1497881
good day.
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Lol, great idea to combine 2 technologies
the outer pins are for charging the inner pin is for grounding i believe, i don't think it has audio capabilities
miketoasty said:
They are supposed to be used in conjunction with a car dock or desk dock to leave the end of the phone open (Think about our phones in a dock, sideways, in your car being plugged into the charging port) the problem is, is that Samsung doesn't see enough customer want and therefor is not currently planning on making said accessories.
Well I'll be damned, just found this posted:
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/EDD-D1F8BEBSTD
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Holy **** $90, that's highway robbery right there...
miketoasty said:
They are supposed to be used in conjunction with a car dock or desk dock to leave the end of the phone open (Think about our phones in a dock, sideways, in your car being plugged into the charging port) the problem is, is that Samsung doesn't see enough customer want and therefor is not currently planning on making said accessories.
Well I'll be damned, just found this posted:
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/EDD-D1F8BEBSTD
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So they make it available...but make it cost an arm and a leg...sigh...
Looks like corporat ATT stores are clearing out their Infuse docks for 50% off retail. Just picked up a new in box official Samsung dock at the corporate att store in Bellevue Square.
Does the gs3 fit in it?
The_Biz said:
Does the gs3 fit in it?
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Yes
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Yes
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With a case on?
rosedog said:
With a case on?
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p9wBmmKhp9Y
I'm gonna say probably no.
Does it play audio through the USB like if you use Pandora?
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I can confirm that it works. I used this on my epic 4g touch and it works with the gs3 too. audio and charging ports work too. Its not a perfect fit but you dont have to force it. Wont fit with a case on
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Do you by chance have the Infuse desk dock also to try it in?
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With a case on?
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From the pictures and video I have seen, I don't think it will work with a case on.... that being said nothing stopping ya from making alterations to the case to make it fit. It is plastic... I have one en-route and will also be getting a case as soon as I can decide on what one. Dock is cheap enough to risk being a bit creative.
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SIII naked is a tight fit.
SIII with a case is an absolute 'not happening'.
With that said, you can take a heat gun to the plastic arms of the Infuse case and bend them outwards. Doing this will let the SIII fit with a case on.
But whether or not it will "snap into place" as it does naked, or whether it retains the ability to hold it in place at all... is not something I can say for certain.
I do plan on trying it though. Just need to find the spare time.
Do you have a link to this thing online somewhere so I can see what you're talking about?
I believe I found the dock on AT&T's online shop, current price $17.99. I'd post the link, but I've got under 10 posts (this is my first) so that feature's disabled for me. Best I can do for the time being: /shop/wireless/accessories/cases/sku5190308.html
Very interesting, I'm considering grabbing one for my Verizon S3, because I currently have no car mount of any kind and have been looking through my options.
For those with one already:
Does this dock obscure the S3's headphone port at all?
General thoughts on build quality, windshield suction strength, etc.?
Are there any other decent car docks with comparable prices I might want to look at?
Avohkah Tamer said:
I believe I found the dock on AT&T's online shop, current price $17.99. I'd post the link, but I've got under 10 posts (this is my first) so that feature's disabled for me. Best I can do for the time being: /shop/wireless/accessories/cases/sku5190308.html
Very interesting, I'm considering grabbing one for my Verizon S3, because I currently have no car mount of any kind and have been looking through my options.
For those with one already:
Does this dock obscure the S3's headphone port at all?
General thoughts on build quality, windshield suction strength, etc.?
Are there any other decent car docks with comparable prices I might want to look at?
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It's really sturdy with a GS3, suction is good as well. No vibrations even on at high speeds. Headphone port isn't obscured, although remember you can just use the audio out jack on the dock itself so that you don't have to fiddle with plugging/unplugging an aux cable in your car.
Got mine, now just waiting for my S3. Looks pretty nice for sure.
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Does it play audio through the USB like if you use Pandora?
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I just got mine this morning, and tried Pandora and Play Music and neither would play audio through the usb. Not sure if I'm missing something, but audio is being played from the speaker.
EDIT: Went into Settings>Dock and "Audio output mode" wasn't checked. Checked it and now audio plays through usb.
loserskater said:
I just got mine this morning, and tried Pandora and Play Music and neither would play audio through the usb. Not sure if I'm missing something, but audio is being played from the speaker.
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You just need to go into phone/settings/dock/ and enable audio-out through 3.5mm jack. Then connect a 3.5mm audio cable from dock to car stereo. You do not use the headphone jack on the phone. You use the port on the dock.
Or use bluetooth.
Is this the one you're all talking about?
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-INFUS...=8-1&keywords=vehicle+mount+samsung+infuse+4g
http://www.att.com/shop/wireless/accessories/cases/sku5190308.html#fbid=duvu_aKWV7e
BonesHopkins said:
Is this the one you're all talking about?
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-INFUS...=8-1&keywords=vehicle+mount+samsung+infuse+4g
http://www.att.com/shop/wireless/accessories/cases/sku5190308.html#fbid=duvu_aKWV7e
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Yep.
Avohkah Tamer said:
I believe I found the dock on AT&T's online shop, current price $17.99. I'd post the link, but I've got under 10 posts (this is my first) so that feature's disabled for me. Best I can do for the time being: /shop/wireless/accessories/cases/sku5190308.html
Very interesting, I'm considering grabbing one for my Verizon S3, because I currently have no car mount of any kind and have been looking through my options.
For those with one already:
Does this dock obscure the S3's headphone port at all?
General thoughts on build quality, windshield suction strength, etc.?
Are there any other decent car docks with comparable prices I might want to look at?
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Just ordered mine as I couldn't source any in brick and mortars locally. $19 shipped 2 day air, can't beat that.
Edit, they just shipped it out not only the same day but they overnight shipped it. Not bad for $19
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Just ordered one too. $19.25 shipped. Should be here some time this week.