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Looking for a nice sleeve for my SGT, something like the
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but im not sure that it will fit. Has anyone tried?
sim87 said:
Looking for a nice sleeve for my SGT, something like the
h t tp://w ww.i-luv.com/product_detail.asp?idx=1566&keyword=Foam-Padded%20Neoprene%20Sleeve&category_cd=C007&cat_lev=1
but im not sure that it will fit. Has anyone tried?
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Don't need to try it - the devices have two different form factors. Their physical dimensions aren't even close. (iPad2 is 4:3, SGT10.1 is 16:9.)
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Don't need to try it - the devices have two different form factors. Their physical dimensions aren't even close. (iPad2 is 4:3, SGT10.1 is 16:9.)
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You are right, but by all technicalities, the majority of the 10.1 inch android tabs are 16:10...
Ipad 2 is ~241mm x ~186mm while the gtab10.1 is ~256mm x ~173mm
some sleeves *might* work, but others might not.
Also, this is a Samsung branded sleeve designed specifically for the Galaxy Tab 10.1
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...pf_rd_t=3201&pf_rd_p=1280661682&pf_rd_i=typ01
I am very close to ordering one just because its an option i might be interested later on if the bookcover case falls apart...
http://cgi.ebay.com/8-9-10-1-Samsun...873?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3368d99859
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=300530079627&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220823196006
brinox said:
You are right, but by all technicalities, the majority of the 10.1 inch android tabs are 16:10...
Ipad 2 is ~241mm x ~186mm while the gtab10.1 is ~256mm x ~173mm
some sleeves *might* work, but others might not.
Also, this is a Samsung branded sleeve designed specifically for the Galaxy Tab 10.1
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...pf_rd_t=3201&pf_rd_p=1280661682&pf_rd_i=typ01
I am very close to ordering one just because its an option i might be interested later on if the bookcover case falls apart...
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The problem is the length in landscape mode. The Tab is much longer and if you get a tight fitting cash for an iPad, or even a semi loose one it still wont fit because it is a centimeter and a half longer.
Ipad 2 is ~241mm x ~186mm while the gtab10.1 is ~256mm x ~173mm
from ebay
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270831391457&ssPageNam e=ADME:L:OC:AU:1123
review:
After my first disapointing buy from ebay i bought this "sexy"
synthetic leather case.
Its weight is 290 grams.
Is a very-very slim case and when it closed, the case is tightly fixed on the tablet.
It has 3 deep grooves for standing and the tablet is very stable in these positions.
The philosophy of this case is "to not hiding nothing from the tablet when you use it."
On the back side there is a gentle opening for the camera.
It smells like leather.
The close clip aplly a good force to keep the case closed.
Every button or socket of the tablet is accesible with closed case
And finally i am happy, and this is the most important
Looks good, does it have a typing angle? What is the name?
also are you able to charge the tab without having the case open? i have one such and i need to have my case open each time i charge which is a pain
This is maybe the case I'm looking for. Can you please share the name and the link for the case. Since you can't post links, replace for examples the dots of the url with spaces or some other characters.
Maybe this one:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320786081962#ht_2592wt_1165
You have to open the case when charging (if I remember right).
I bought this. Premium quality indeed.
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cheaper one
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The Style is the same like "PyroSkins and Vipertech" but what about the leather quality?
How much did you pay?
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PyroSkin Thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=16376571&postcount=1
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The Style is the same like "PyroSkins and Vipertech" but what about the leather quality?
How much did you pay?
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I consider it high quality. Please check my links.
bobsbbq said:
Looks good, does it have a typing angle? What is the name?
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yea of course it has 3 angles.
unfortunately is no-name but is TOP quality
bharathbala2003 said:
also are you able to charge the tab without having the case open? i have one such and i need to have my case open each time i charge which is a pain
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yes, you can charge it with the case closed
spritable said:
This is maybe the case I'm looking for. Can you please share the name and the link for the case. Since you can't post links, replace for examples the dots of the url with spaces or some other characters.
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www#ebay#com#au/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270831391457&ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:AU:1123
Mondfahrer said:
The Style is the same like "PyroSkins and Vipertech" but what about the leather quality?
How much did you pay?
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PyroSkin Thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=16376571&postcount=1
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Yes, its really looks like PyroSkins clipcase
the feeling and the smell is "perfect leather"
23 us dollars without shiping cost
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270831391457&ssPageNam e=ADME:L:OC:AU:1123 - just a link that's easier to click then yours
I must say the case looks really nice!
I was wondering about the 3 viewing angles though - do they firmly support the Tab? Would hate to buy it and then find out it slips and falls out when I set it up on one of the angles (I saw that happen before...). Also, is it possible to use this case to prop your Tab up when you put it in your lap (in bed or something similar)? Or is it too flimsy?
And do you feel the extra weight when you carry the tab around? I really love how light it is right now, you don't even notice you have it in your bag (with the standard samsung pouch on) and it's really easy to hold it in one hand and typing with the other if you're walking around the house.
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I was wondering about the 3 viewing angles though - do they firmly support the Tab? Also, is it possible to use this case to prop your Tab up when you put it in your lap (in bed or something similar)? Or is it too flimsy?
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The gaps for the 3 viewing angles are deep enough, and yes you can use it in your lap, my wife do it often.
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And do you feel the extra weight when you carry the tab around? I really love how light it is right now, you don't even notice you have it in your bag (with the standard samsung pouch on) and it's really easy to hold it in one hand and typing with the other if you're walking around the house.
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is still light it is just 290 grams more.
but if you want to use it with one hand, i think that the best way is
to hold it in portrait like a book because the total weight is about 850 grams
Well you got me sir, just ordered one myself. Hope it works as well as you described
Will report back once I have it and test it out a bit ^^
Can anyone confirm if this will fit tmobile galaxy tab 10.1?
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Isn't it the same size? If it is, it should fit... can't help you out there though as I have a 7500 one.
The same case, with a new name, posted once again in a new thread. This was $12 on amazon last week.
Really? I sure couldn't find it when I looked (didn't look really hard though)
Doesn't really matter though, if it's a good case I'm more then willing to spend $23 on it. The most basic samsung pouch costs 25€ (about $35) here :S.
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Really? I sure couldn't find it when I looked (didn't look really hard though)
Doesn't really matter though, if it's a good case I'm more then willing to spend $23 on it. The most basic samsung pouch costs 25€ (about $35) here :S.
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You definitely didn't look very hard. Here's my post from last week. Link to amazon where you can get if now for $19.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=19150993&postcount=203
Aye, you're right. Wouldn't help me though, since amazon tells me that "there is a slight problem with my order" (they can't ship it to my place for some reason).
Still, good to know a cheaper option might exist for some people, thanks!
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Isn't it the same size? If it is, it should fit... can't help you out there though as I have a 7500 one.
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Yes the size should be the same. I'm just worried about button/port placement.
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For people trying to find one from the UK...
I purchased a look a like case from here:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B005ECHQ4C
I was struggling to find it as cheap as in the US for example.
The one from the above link, seem to be very good so far. All viewing angles work great, both on a flat surface and on my lap. The typing position is my most used.
'Leather' quality seems good so far. Of course it is going to add some weight, but not really an issue for me. ALL ports/buttons are fully accessible, inc charging when case is closed.
its a great case
So I thought the Gnex looked kinda boring as it stands (esp since there are no buttons on the front face), so I decided to customize my VERIZON Gnex a bit.
Before anything even happens, I want to find some parts to make it my own original design. Here are the things I'm looking for:
1) Brushed aluminum (silver) battery door; ideal design would be circular patterns that radiate from a central point (like the Acer Transformer Prime tablet)
2) A small Samsung decal in gray, silver or black (preference in that order)
3) A small Google decal in gray, silver or black (preference in that order)
4) A medium sized Nexus "X" decal
I would then paint my middle housing (and all buttons) the pearl white that's found on the Lexus IS 350/250. The back door would either be the brushed aluminum (silver), or I'd paint the original one the same pearl white and apply the Samsung, Google and/or Nexus decals accordingly.
Sadly, I've spent some time searching for the above items on eBay and have found nothing for my Verizon Gnex. Please point me in the right direction if you know where I could find such items. I know this kind of project is very popular (referring to the thread about the white housing), but I wanted mine to be a little more original. I have access to an auto body shop, so the painting isn't the main issue.
Criticism is welcome.
Make the images yourself then take it to one of those sticker places at the malls and have them make it for u. Won't cost too much and you will be able to get exactly what u want
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justin94 said:
Make the images yourself then take it to one of those sticker places at the malls and have them make it for u. Won't cost too much and you will be able to get exactly what u want
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Haven't seen em yet. Maybe i gotta keep an open eye out for it
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If there isn't a manufacturer already making them, the battery cover in aluminum could get a little pricey. You would probably need to have it produced as a one-off piece from a machine shop with a CNC machine. I don't know for sure, but wouldn't that much metal have a detrimental effect on your signal quality? It seems like NFC would have a hard time at least, since it's range is so limited already. Either way, the idea sounds pretty cool. Would love to see some pictures when you get everything together.
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If there isn't a manufacturer already making them, the battery cover in aluminum could get a little pricey. You would probably need to have it produced as a one-off piece from a machine shop with a CNC machine. I don't know for sure, but wouldn't that much metal have a detrimental effect on your signal quality? It seems like NFC would have a hard time at least, since it's range is so limited already. Either way, the idea sounds pretty cool. Would love to see some pictures when you get everything together.
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Aluminium batter covers already exist on ebay and they kill NFC entirely. That's the reason why they aren't that popular.
This is how they look for the international version. Does not work with the Verizon (i515) version though.
blunden said:
Aluminium batter covers already exist on ebay and they kill NFC entirely. That's the reason why they aren't that popular.
This is how they look for the international version. Does not work with the Verizon (i515) version though.
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Cool. Thanks for confirming that suspicion.
I actually dont use nfc at all right now, so its low on my priority list. However, i dont plan on having one custom made due to pricing. If anything now, i might make it full silver or pearl white with the decals.
Still lookin for decals tho
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I found this for anyone who might like this design instead of a more minimalistic one: http://www.ebay.com/itm/11081105592...AX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649#ht_600wt_1037
Preferably one that functions the same as the original. I'm kind of put off by the look and quality of the included pen.
unlikely I'd have thought
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unlikely I'd have thought
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You'd have thought correctly.
There isn't even a low quality replacement that doesn't fit in the slot. No-one (including Samsung) has made much in the way of accessories for the Note 10.1 2014 and the absence of a decent S Pen is a real shame.
One thing isn't clear to me is what the OP thinks is wrong with the supplied S Pen. It's too small to use comfortably but it clearly wouldn't fit into the slot if it were any bigger.
lotus49 said:
You'd have thought correctly.
There isn't even a low quality replacement that doesn't fit in the slot. No-one (including Samsung) has made much in the way of accessories for the Note 10.1 2014 and the absence of a decent S Pen is a real shame.
One thing isn't clear to me is what the OP thinks is wrong with the supplied S Pen. It's too small to use comfortably but it clearly wouldn't fit into the slot if it were any bigger.
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I have no issue with the size. The button looks and feels extremely cheap, and the plastic the rest of the pen is made of isn't much better. With the exception of the tip, I would rather it be made of a different material entirely. In a perfect world the button would have also more texture and be on both sides of the pen, but I was looking for any improvement at all.
Google Wacom bamboo stylus for note
raclimja said:
Google Wacom bamboo stylus for note
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It will not fit in the slot, but is definitely the stylus to use.
Note10.1Dude said:
It will not fit in the slot, but is definitely the stylus to use.
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Seconded
Hi fellow XDA roamers,
As promised, I'll be doing a quick review of the Ringke - Fusion (Smoke Black) for Sony Xperia Z3 Compact smartphone.
Here's the Amazon page : Fusion (Smoke Black)
And here's the official website (thanks to @sh4d0wf0x) : Rearth - Ringke Fusion
For some reason, I can't find any official website, not that I need one but sometimes it can help to make sure the product isn't coming from some cheap company.
After my desastrous experience with the CaseMate - Tough Case I was quite impatient to get this case, I even ordered it the morning I got the CaseMate.
I got it for a whopping 13 euros (there was a nice sale on it) instead of 30 and I received it in less than 4 days, another end of the year miracle !
Unboxing
When you receive this case, you know that your cash didn't went to the packaging, a simple translucent plastic bag with a pre-cut opening
The little bag contains the most basic accessories :
The case
A screen protector
A case template for cutting your own back image for the case
Yup, that's it... But who needs extras nowadays ?
At least everything is looking sharp and durable, this time the case fits perfectly the smartphone and doesn't leave any gaps.
It feels secure and looks nice altogether, I must say that this case is quite simple but does its job perfectly.
I haven't dropped my phone since then but I do think it will come unscathed.
A nice addition are little bumps on the back side of the case at each corners, so when the phone is placed on the back, the whole case isn't touching the surface and they're about 1 mm tall so they won't interfere with your hand.
As for the users who are wondering about the little USB hatch, it's still very easy to open (I don't have long nails) it and plug the power cord.
The only things that are going the wrong way are the back of the case that "stick" to the phone, sometimes you can see small succion marks but they can be removed with a simple pressure on the side of the case, and the other thing is that it attracts a lot of fingerprints... like a lot of cases...
The screen protections is like any other, nothing particulars about it, it's cut out for the speakers and led and it's mostly an expected thing from a phone case package.
Let's do a roundup !
The pros
Simple but still looks tough
Bumper protection has a nice rubber feel
Covers all the buttons and offer a little rubber cover for the headphone jack
Small bumps on the back
The cons
Small succion marks from the back of the case, the back of the case tends to suck to the back of the phone
Attracts fingerprints, grease marks & dust
Verdict
All in all, this case is living up to my expectations, looks simple but you can feel that the phone is protected and every little additions are welcome and useful.
This case clearly wipe away the bad taste that CaseMate left in my mouth, can't wait to receive the Orzly tempered glass to check if it all works together
Another review for you guys
Q&A
Anyone with the same case feeling the same as I do or I am missing something ?
is this the best case to get for the z3?
good review bro... can you take some pics of the case?
i think this is the official page www.rearthusa.com
thanks!
shanghei said:
is this the best case to get for the z3?
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I don't know if it's the best case, for now I've only tried 2 of the available ones. There are a lot of other cases out there and it's quite possible that there's a better one.
I haven't found it yet
sh4d0wf0x said:
good review bro... can you take some pics of the case?
i think this is the official page www.rearthusa.com
thanks!
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Thanks a lot
It looks like it's the official website, I'll update my review to add it. Thanks for that too
As for the pictures, I'll try to get some with a colleague's phone, won't be perfect but should be plenty enough for such a quick review.
The casemate tough has a much larger cutout on the magnetic charger side.
Do you think this case will be compatible with the OEM docks? (http://www.sony.com.au/product/dk-48)
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The casemate tough has a much larger cutout on the magnetic charger side.
Do you think this case will be compatible with the OEM docks? (http://www.sony.com.au/product/dk-48)
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I think it should be compatible but as I don't own one myself, I can't give you a clear confirmation
Maybe one of the other XDA users does have this combo and can confirm it works well ?
Quick poke around on the internet suggests it probably won't. Shttp://www.reddit.com/r/SonyXperia/comments/2n3seu/z3c_ringke_fusion_case_and_dk48_dock/)
I'm considering getting a z3c, but the community looks very sparse, and there's no actual usable roms. Is it even worth buying? :\
sturmeh said:
Quick poke around on the internet suggests it probably won't. Shttp://www.reddit.com/r/SonyXperia/comments/2n3seu/z3c_ringke_fusion_case_and_dk48_dock/)
I'm considering getting a z3c, but the community looks very sparse, and there's no actual usable roms. Is it even worth buying? :\
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Too bad for the dock
As for buying it, I can't give your an objective feedback since it's my first Android phone ever but from my experience and the research I've done before jumping in, it's one of the best phone for this kind of size.
This little monster is compact, fast like it's bigger brother and even better looking than him. As for the Sony bloatwares, there are like 10 apps pre-installed, I'm not using most of them but they're not threatening my experience so it's ok for me.
For the custom ROM scarceness, it's linked with the DRM removal associated with unlocking the bootloader. As developers unlock more and more functionalities, more ROM will become available. If you want more informations about that, feel free to look around the General section of the forums.
I'm not very fond of custom ROM (I'm new to this) so for now I'll stick with the stock one.
Buying this phone is more of a love @ first sight and personal tastes, so it's mainly up to you to decide whether you will throw your cash at the screen or not.
Thanks for the insight.
Yeah it'd be my 6th Android phone, with my first being the very first Android phone (HTC Dream).
I've pretty much always used a custom rom with the exception of using rooted stock on the Nexus 5.
The hardware is what appealed to me as well, but it doesn't seem like the software is going to cut it just yet. S:
Just made friendship with my phone and before I bought it i ordered this case. Hope it will arrive soon so I can hopefully agree with your review.
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I have one of these myself and happy with it.
sturmeh said:
The casemate tough has a much larger cutout on the magnetic charger side.
Do you think this case will be compatible with the OEM docks? (http://www.sony.com.au/product/dk-48)
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I have a similar dock and without the insert mine charges fine with this case. I put a thin strip of velcro(the soft side) on the back edge where the phone rest instead of the insert.
I assume you're all using stock 4.4 then?
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Anyone with the same case feeling the same as I do or I am missing something ?
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Are you using the case with a magnetic charging cable? If so, how does the one(s) you use look?
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Just made friendship with my phone and before I bought it i ordered this case. Hope it will arrive soon so I can hopefully agree with your review...
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I just hope the same thing for you
sturmeh said:
I assume you're all using stock 4.4 then?
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Yup, I'll wait for the warranty to void off before rooting anything.
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Are you using the case with a magnetic charging cable? If so, how does the one(s) you use look?
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Sorry I'm still using the USB cable to charge it but I've already made my mind to buy the Magnector X2 magnetic charger when I have the money, maybe later this year.
I bought both the Ringke and the Cruizerlite. I wanted to like the Ringke, but the left side along the charging port and the sd card port is just way to loose. I can't help but think it would even get looser over time and use. My phone wears the Cruizerlite and I'm very happy with it. The only thing I would change about the Cruizerlite is to make a version with a plain back on it.
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I bought both the Ringke and the Cruizerlite. I wanted to like the Ringke, but the left side along the charging port and the sd card port is just way to loose. I can't help but think it would even get looser over time and use. My phone wears the Cruizerlite and I'm very happy with it. The only thing I would change about the Cruizerlite is to make a version with a plain back on it.
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Thanks for the insight, it's true that the left side is loose, but I'm not really complaining since I only manipulate this side when I need to plug the USB cable.
For now the Ringke is more than enough for me, the Cruzerlite seems a little bit flimsy for me and the way it blocks the USB section is bothering me. Maybe when I'll have a magnetic charger I will try this one.
I probably should have mentioned that I use the magnetic desk charger and I pair my phone with my PC over WiFi for any transfers, therefore I have no need to access the usb port.
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Quick poke around on the internet suggests it probably won't. Shttp://www.reddit.com/r/SonyXperia/comments/2n3seu/z3c_ringke_fusion_case_and_dk48_dock/)
I'm considering getting a z3c, but the community looks very sparse, and there's no actual usable roms. Is it even worth buying? :\
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Its the best phone I have owned and the ONLY android phone that I haven't rooted. There is no need.
Sony Skin is VERY minimal and I like the Sony Apps including the Walkman and Album. Nova launcher and a Lollipop Theme (Via Sony's own theming engine) has produced a phone I have ZERO complaints with.
Also the battery really is epic, I use stamina mode and have full sync of gmail, exchange, messenger, whatsapp, the lot and easily leave work with 70-75%
My only complaint like others have is the camera, normal lights its fantastic but low light over cameras beat it.
Trust me this is a great phone. And Lollipop is coming next month.
Seriously just buy one.
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Its the best phone I have owned and the ONLY android phone that I haven't rooted. There is no need.
Sony Skin is VERY minimal and I like the Sony Apps including the Walkman and Album. Nova launcher and a Lollipop Theme (Via Sony's own theming engine) has produced a phone I have ZERO complaints with...
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I have nothing more to add...
Well, I can't be objective on this one but hell, I've already tried 3 or 4 devices under Android and not a single one came closer to it than the Samsung flagships but with added bulkiness.
Just click on that damn "Throw my cash at the screen" button