When you want something done, sometimes you have to do it yourself. I've been looking for a bedside horizontal dock for my phone but have been unable to find anything I like. I decided to build one out of Legos. What's also cool is the fact that I also put a qi charger inside. Now I'm able to charge my phone while docked and also use the bedside app to display the time.
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Loving it, good job!!
This is the coolest thing ever. Nice job!
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Very nice. Especially like the little guys on top.
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Is there any way you can make a video or even just a word document explaining which pieces you used/how many or each, and then give a brief explanation of how you attacked the qi charger? I would love to build one of these myself, so any help would be much appreciated.
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While charging the phone does it seem like the micro USB charger just seem to fall out
Yup mine does it too, just takes a light tug and it falls out.
Mines actually pretty snug. Doesn't seen to move much at all on me
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I think you are just not putting it in all the way... with mine if I put it in softly it just falls out, but a little beyond that it feels like you are just going to go through the phone but it's like a second layer of safety
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I think you are just not putting it in all the way... with mine if I put it in softly it just falls out, but a little beyond that it feels like you are just going to go through the phone but it's like a second layer of safety
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I push it tell I hear a click
There was a thread about this in the international forum. They believe some are wonky and people have modified them so that they stay in.
micro usb is older technology. the connector is the only props I will give to the iPhone 5
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Mine falls out too luckily i had one from ns4g still :/
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Was wondering if anyone around these parts has given the $99 dock a shot. I was thinking that with hdmi and a couple usb ports it was worth every bit of what they are asking.
Responsiveness?
Quality?
Ease of use?
Mouse and keyboard connected helpful or a henderance, work at all?
Large sshd work with it?
Scaling on different resolution displays?
The s3 doc works nicely
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Yeah thats great but they are not even close to similar! The only thing they have in common is that they are both called docks.
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Use the search Luke.... :angel:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1981985
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Use the search Luke.... :angel:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1981985
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That was informative! I think I seen that review before but fell asleep about two minutes in so therefore did not remember watching it.
Thanks for the link.
Well not sure what you're definition of a dock is but. The s3 doc meets my definition very well
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Well not sure what you're definition of a dock is but. The s3 doc meets my definition very well
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Not sure what your definition of Galaxy Note 2 is but your GS3 dock doesnt have anything to do with the Galaxy Note 2 dock but, thanks for sharing
The topic is docks not specifically the N2 dock. THE s3 doc works well for charging and the system recognizes that it was inserted into the doc. It has audio our too so I would say it is a N2 doc too.
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The topic is docks not specifically the N2 dock. THE s3 doc works well for charging and the system recognizes that it was inserted into the doc. It has audio our too so I would say it is a N2 doc too.
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Thanks for the heads up on using the S3 dock for the N2. I'm currently using the S2 dock with my E4GT, and will be much happier to pay $30 for the S3 dock, rather than $100 for the N2 dock. Personally, I doubt that I would use the HDMI or USB ports on the N2 dock anyway.
Exactly. Another benefit is that rhere is a special home screen that pops up when you put the phone in the cradle on the note 2 that allows you to launch your choice of apps that to run when docked
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I use my phone for a golf GPS. When I walk I am thinking it could be nice to have my phone attached to a retractable cord that is attached to my golf bag so that I can easily access it without fearing I would lose it. Anyone have any suggestions? I see some nice heavy duty retractable cords on Amazon but no idea how to attach them to the phone.
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I would just wrap something through your headphone jack under the case. Makes things sinple and easy.
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New element eclipse case comes with a lanyard attached
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Not everyone necessarily wants to spend that much money on a case though.
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I see you answering for other people in multiple threads. He asked for options and he's being given them.
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I searched on here already, but couldn't find anything about this.
I'm looking for a dock I could use with a silicone or tpu case (not a folio). I have a cheap 'universal' eBay one for my S3, but obviously it's a bit more complicated with the Note's proprietary charger.
Does anyone know of anything? I'd be fine with a stand that holds it up high enough off a table top to plug a normal charger in as well.
I found these two on Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004NFNQWM/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A6U7LGCOJZZG2
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003QCOKGO/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
I think this might be a better solution than a regular dock.
Any other suggestions would be welcomed!
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I found these two on Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004NFNQWM/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A6U7LGCOJZZG2
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003QCOKGO/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
I think this might be a better solution than a regular dock.
Any other suggestions would be welcomed!
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Here are a few that may work for you, remember you can rotate the note 10.1 180 degrees and have the plug at the top and the screen will rotate for viewing.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Myrin-Sync-Charge-Dock-Crown-Stand-for-Galaxy-Note-10-1-Galaxy-tab-7-8-9-Korea-/251192253798?pt=US_Tablet_eReader_Mounts_Stands_Holders&hash=item3a7c399d66 White, Black and Hot Pink
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Aluminum-Mount-Stand-Holder-Adjustable-Foldable-for-7-10-1-Tablet-Bag-/190798686396?pt=US_Tablet_eReader_Mounts_Stands_Holders&hash=item2c6c7ce8bc
http://www.ebay.com/itm/iChair-iPad-Smartphone-Tablet-Stand-/261178765197?pt=US_Tablet_eReader_Mounts_Stands_Holders&hash=item3ccf77af8d
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rocketfish-Advance-Series-iPad-Tablet-Stand-Model-RF-UNVSTND-/130855378108?pt=US_Tablet_eReader_Mounts_Stands_Holders&hash=item1e77969cbc
http://www.ebay.com/itm/TABLET-E-READER-STAND-/170711847623?pt=US_Tablet_eReader_Mounts_Stands_Holders&hash=item27bf3812c7
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nifty-Tablet-Stand-for-Apple-iPad-Android-Kindle-other-Tablets-Black-Grey-/200907507744?pt=US_Tablet_eReader_Mounts_Stands_Holders&hash=item2ec7054820
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I didn't even think of that!
I really like this one:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/TABLET-E-RE...der_Mounts_Stands_Holders&hash=item27bf3812c7
I wonder if I my S3 would fit in it too, or maybe they have a smaller one!
Almost positive I'll be going with the Myrin. The one for the Note 2 would for my S3! That'd be great to have them both at work.
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Almost positive I'll be going with the Myrin. The one for the Note 2 would for my S3! That'd be great to have them both at work.
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The Myrin is very nice, and its pink LOL
Did you happen to check out the video at the very bottom of that link, worth watching.
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Pink like the matching cases I just bought
No I'm at work... I'll have to watch them later
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Woo it came today! !
Does anyone know anything about the Elago stand? It's pretty but it doesn't look that stable.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003QCOKGO/ref=gno_cart_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
There's a matching phone one too
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I've got the wireless charging battery cover from Verizon on my phone. It makes the phone a bit thicker. I was wondering if there were any cases out there that can accommodate the extra size. I currently use a Cruzerlite case that I cut a little bit to allow expansion but I'd like something a bit cleaner.
TIA for any input!
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You can get wireless charging inlays that fit inside the original battery lid and as such don't increase the thickness of the device
Interesting, never heard of that. Do you have a link?
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Interesting, never heard of that. Do you have a link?
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They're practically impossible to miss, just search ebay or any number of other places for "s3 qi inlay"
Has anyone experienced any issues with the inlays? I just got a wireless qi charger and the Verizon rear case for the phone and have just been putting up with the added thickness. I wouldn't mind considering the inlays though.
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They make it a bit thicker and bow the back out very slightly.
To those who currently have a qi wireless charger. Few questions as I'm about to get one.. Does the charging pad get warm? Is it ok to keep plugged in or could it be a possible fire hazard? Stupid question, I know, but I have a hard time trusting cheap stuff from china, lol. Does wireless charging charge as fast as USB? Thanks!
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To those who currently have a qi wireless charger. Few questions as I'm about to get one.. Does the charging pad get warm? Is it ok to keep plugged in or could it be a possible fire hazard? Stupid question, I know, but I have a hard time trusting cheap stuff from china, lol. Does wireless charging charge as fast as USB? Thanks!
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Occasionally. Yes it's fine. And it depends on the pad and the receiver on your phone. Mine is 650mA so it's slightly faster than USB
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Thanks! I'll order one tonight, can't wait to get it!
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Thanks! I'll order one tonight, can't wait to get it!
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I wouldn't skimp on the stuff tho. I spent like $50 for my charging pad. Its got two spots and it's made by Energizer.
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the pad can get warm but it's fine.
it's not going to blow up or anything.
you can also keep an eye out for the dt500 charging pad that nokia has for the lunia series. they go on sale often for $25.
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To those who currently have a qi wireless charger. Few questions as I'm about to get one.. Does the charging pad get warm? Is it ok to keep plugged in or could it be a possible fire hazard?
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1. Slightly warm when in use.
2. Yes, it's fine to leave it plugged in. My one at my office desk sits on top of a pile of papers and hasn't set anything on fire yet.
I personally own this receiver (which I use with this pad, though my pads are black rather than white), which works well though my lifeproof case. No dice with the Otterbox Armour case though.
I'd recommend avoiding this charger. It doesn't work worth a damn through a case and constantly connects/disconnects.
I have the same receiver inlay as compo01, using it with a variety of pads, including an official Samsung S4 one that I modded into an ugly but functionally awesome dock
MiG8GT said:
To those who currently have a qi wireless charger. Few questions as I'm about to get one.. Does the charging pad get warm? Is it ok to keep plugged in or could it be a possible fire hazard? Stupid question, I know, but I have a hard time trusting cheap stuff from china, lol. Does wireless charging charge as fast as USB? Thanks!
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I have the ghost charger that they sell at Verizon. I woke up this morning and my phone showed 116 F. Is that super hot for a phone?
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I should add I'm running CM 10.1 latest stable build.
seems unnaturally hot... is there any metal in between your phone and the charger?
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I have the ghost charger that they sell at Verizon. I woke up this morning and my phone showed 116 F. Is that super hot for a phone?
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I should add I'm running CM 10.1 latest stable build.
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Yeah, that's really hot. The highest I've ever seen when charging is 36c (96.8f).
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seems unnaturally hot... is there any metal in between your phone and the charger?
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I have a thin rubber case that goes around the back and sides. I took it off the charger this morning and it was at 100 F.
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I have a thin rubber case that goes around the back and sides. I took it off the charger this morning and it was at 100 F.
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my phone gets warm during the initial charging but once it hits 100% it cools down real fast. I can think of only one other thing in this case.. you might not be aligned correctly.. but i would not think that's the case since you seem to be able to get to 100% with no problem...
I have the Verizon and the monster watts WiQiQi kit. I mainly use the Verizon back cover even though it means I can't put a case on. The WiQiQi is a nice kit but when I use it with my preferred case, one with a stand , The screen distorts and bulges. But I put the WiQiQi in my fathers phone with an otterbox and he has no issues.