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So far I have seen the Vaja case, which is only in black leather available and has no hole for the camera. Then there's the Piel Frama case in several styles and colours and with a hole and with a nice, removable belt clip. Pretty pricy though, both Piel and Vaja are around € 60,00 which is heavy.
And there is the Proporta alu case, pretty looking and nicely priced at about € 35 but I don't like alu cases because the lit is always in the way.
Pretty poor collection, so far....... I am considering the Piel case but I think if I wait a bit maybe there will be other, better priced cases on the market. I know we had a big discussion about the "ideal" case for an XDA a while ago here but I don't think a perfect case for the XDA has ever been made.
Now the makers are starting all over again with the same conventional designs. I wonder if they have learnt anything from the former discussions here.
Anyhow, before my rant becomes too much of a drag, I just wondered what you are using at the moment for your XDAII (Or Qtek 2020/MDAII/Imate). :?: I am using the stock case as long as I havn't bought a better alternative.
I'm using the provided case for my brand new xda II (it was delivered yesterday and I pleased as punch with it!!!). That's only until the Piel case I ordered last night arrives. I really hate the case that came with the xda II. It looks cheap, doesn't fit it very well and is a real struggle to get the flap closed without pressing any of the buttons!!! Not to mention the lack of credit card slots!
http://www.proporta.com/detail.asp?id=624
heard people speak highly about these alu cases
Go to ebcases.com and request them make a case for the phone. I really like the case they have for the XDA and would love to get them to modify it just a bit for the XDA II. Maybe if enough of us request it.
I've bought the proporta one,
Looks very pretty,
Not heavy,
It has a removable belt clip.
All the buttons are accessible except those for calendar and contact.
SD slots are well designed, inserting and ejection are very easy.
Pictures...
Got myself the Proporta case, looks smart and is slim. Cost a litlle more then € 35. I payed about € 50 incl Tax and shipping. ( tot the Netherlands)
I'm waiting for the Vaja I-Volution case ; I had one for my XDA I , fantastic indeed, and want one for my XDA II
tenzin said:
I'm waiting for the Vaja I-Volution case ; I had one for my XDA I , fantastic indeed, and want one for my XDA II.
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Indeed, a great case! I had one for my xda too........bit expensive though at 115 dollars.
The second setback of the I-volution is that, if you are using the xda as a phone it looks like you are talking into a big, leather, black shoe with the hard fliptop standing upright. :shock:
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tenzin said:
I'm waiting for the Vaja I-Volution case ; I had one for my XDA I , fantastic indeed, and want one for my XDA II.
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Indeed, a great case! I had one for my xda too........bit expensive though at 115 dollars.
The second setback of the I-volution is that, if you are using the xda as a phone it looks like you are talking into a big, leather, black shoe with the hard fliptop standing upright. :shock:
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I use it with a BT headset , so , no problem ...
On a mail , Cecilia , told me they were thinking of perhaps made an i-volution opening from top to bottom , as the case delivered with the xda2...not sure ... just have to wait .
The Piel Frama case is 90 yoyos. :shock:
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The Piel Frama case is 90 yoyos. :shock:
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Well, converted in Euro's that's € 60,00 incl int.shipping with UPS. I received mine only 2 days after ordering. It's expensive, but it's a damn fine quality case.......had one before on my xda as well.
goztreh or JJJ have you noticed any difference in siganal quality for calls or with blue tooth with the Proporte ALU case??
I am very interested in this case but read somewhere that it can affect reception, and was wodering if either of you noticed any problem with this.
Currently use the standard leather case, and after a while it start looking a bit cheap, as you constantly have to take it out for charging.
And i have noticed that it is not so much secure in the case as it was new.
I am also looking to upgrade to the proporta case. but like others a bit worry about the lost signal strenght and the inherrent battary use
So please let us have your opinion
Is it my eyes or is there a big hole in that XDA2 as shown on the propota website where the contacts button should be
look here for the new proporta case, very cheap too.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=14407&item=2781641254
Hi guys,
What I read is that the Alu case realy reduces the signal strength and that is a very bad thing. My problem now is that I think the alu case ads less bulk but the phone strength is too important for me. I came across the Active Armor case and that realy looks interesting. Here is a review for a 2210 because there is no case (yet) for the MDA II. http://www.the-gadgeteer.com/activearmor-hp2200-review.html
I sent them a message to ask if they have planned a case for the MDA II in the feature and as soon as I get a reply, I'll post it here. I think it looks like a good sollution: very well protected and not too big. But I think they have to change the flip cover otherwise you can't hear your speaker...
Wouter
Why does nobody mention Krusell ?
http://www.krusell.se/handit.asp
it's there for the MDA/XDA II also !
Hi Johan,
Which one will fit the MDA II. I can't tell for sure on their site.
Wouter
I've never used any cases and keep my PPC in my pants pocket, but I really like the protection cases provide, as well as integrating my Wallet into it.
This may sound stupid, but how do you use the cradle with the case on? Or do you just charge with a USB Cable? If you use the cradle, do you have to take it off everytime you sync? I take my device in and out of the cradle 10-20 times a day, so I would love to have a case that works with the cradle.
Thanks.
I've just ordered up my XDA II which should be here by wednesday.
Just wondered what you guys suggest the best upgrades for it are?
There are a lot of screen protectors on ebay, which are the best, or should i go somewhere else.
Best bluetooth headset?
Best case? For my old XDA, i made a slip in case as i don't like the bulky flip cases. I'd like to get another for the II, anyone know where i can buy a slip case or get a leather one made?
Best memory card, SD or mmc? 128mb or 256mb
The xda2 comes with a very reasonable flip case, the reusable/washable screen protectors are better than the throw away type, however in my experience I have not been able to remove the protector for washing without ballsing it up around the edges. The best headset I have tried is the Ericcson HBH-65.
I'm after a pouch case really rather than the flip as its less bulky.
Anybody had experience with screen protectors, whats the best make? ebays has pdair, brando, moshi moshi, ECfilm etc
are these cheap £5.99 hotsynch/charge cables any good?
martin fields overlay
Give these a go...i've got one. Easy to apply, washable too, but after 3 months i still haven't needed to wash it. Read the review, http://www.mypdacafe.com/articles/read.php?id=165, i can corroborate it.
I've just checked the site, www.overlayplus.com but it seems it is down temporarily, d'oh :?
Quote: are these cheap £5.99 hotsynch/charge cables any good:
Some of them discharge instead of charging the xda2 but work ok with xda1.
'some' discharge, so its pot luck with the xda II? Maybe be worth getting a proper one then from a proper accessory shop.
Anyone had any luck with a pouch case for these? I made one for my XDA II, but haven't got the bits to make another. May go and fine a leather shop and see if they can make one up
Best slip cases available are from http://www.nutshell.cc
Tuff-as-nuts and they mean it. I've just got one for the XDA II and it's really slim in comparision to the flip cases (standard + covertec case) I got the one with the belt loop and an open (no flap) top.
I would recommend a nice set of e-grips too (http://www.egrips.com) with the grips on the side, it's nice and easy to remove the XDA II from the case.
Cheerio
the nutshell looks like what i'm after. Do they have distributors in the uk, or do they have to be got from the states?
Discharging?
Not excetly the best place to discuss the topic on 'xda2 discharge when the usb sync/charge cable is in use' ... but since someone here mentioned this, i guess i share a finding on this.
i used to charge my xda1 on my labtop using the sync/charge cable, but with the xda2, the sync charge cable seemed like always discharge when the device is plug into the usb port. ...
i think this is some kinda of bug .. to overcome this, just plug the xda2 to the usb (using of coz the charge/sync cable), wait for the sync to complete, then unplug it for 2 secs and reconnect it back again. walah ..! the xda2 should be charging now, instead of discharging. ^^
it had always worked for me since last month .. ^^ hope it works for the rest of the xda2. any feedback?
Tuff-as-nuts cases come from New Zealand. But Expansys do them in limited ranges and also with their own logo embossed. (http://www.expansys.com/product.asp?code=206-00)
I bought mine direct and it took just over one week to arrive. I've attached some pictures to show you. I'm going to write a full review for posting on tekguru.
Cheers
Howard
As for Sync/Chage USB cables, I use a retractable one from JavoEdge. http://www.javoedge.com there was a problem with the initial shipments of these cables as the manufacturers thought the pinouts were the same on the XDA I and XDA II. This is not the case. I had two, the first one did not charge the XDA II if the battery level was below 72% when connected. In fact over a period of time the battery was actually discharging while connected.
Javoedge were very good in the customer support, they listened, and understood and then sent a replacement one that works perfectly.
Cheerio
Howard
So now I'm done with my gadgets
I've purchased the following items:
Nutshell black pouch case (exactly like the one on the pictures above) http://www.tuff-as-nuts.com/O2-XDA.html
VERY pleased! It's really nice.
A set of silver e-grips from http://www.egrips.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=394
Really comfortable and slim. Still possible to dock (if you don't stick the side-ones to low).
Screen protector from Boxwave http://www.boxwave.com/products/cleartouch/cleartouch-screen-protector-qtek-2020_105.htm
Also very nice. The only one I've tried so far but I'm very pleased with it.
Here's a good review on different screen protectors:
http://www.brighthand.com/article/Protect_Your_Screen
So, that my gadget-list!
/Fred
I've used a WriteSHIELD screen protector for over a year, and when I took it off because I had dropped :-( my XDA so the screen cracked, it had no scratches at all (and I write a lot!). It comes with three protectors and is rather expensive, but needless to say I've just put on the second one on my new XDA II. If you follow the included instructions carefully, you'll get a flawless protector application (no bubbles underneath).
As I write a lot on my pocket computer, I've also bought a properly sized stylus. It's actually a pen with several tips (one's for the screen) and is much better than the thin, flimsy one included in the XDA, which will give you a cramp in your hand if you write a lot. Of course you'll have to carry it by itself, it doesn't fit in the XDA!
That case looks like JUST what I want. But...how do you get it out without hitting a side button? Seems impossible.
I second the recommendation for WriteSHIELDs; the best.
On BT headsets, I just posted a mini-review last week, search for it. I also have three more of them on the way to try out. Right now I'm using the G-Lite, and like it a lot. It's not perfect, but good, and tiny. I have returned the Jabra and Motorola HS810. There are a number of others I tried in the store and decided against right away.
It's almost impossible to take it out without touching the buttons...however, I use the key-lock feature, so it's not a prob for me.
As far as BT headset goes, I'm using Jabra BT250 and I'm very pleased with it. I specially like the sound in the ear-plug.
/Fred
I haven't tried it, but doesn't it automatically unlock if a call or SMS comes in? So if you want to grab it to answer a call or message, you end up hitting keys?
I still haven't found a good way to carry the XDA II. I'm still using the XDA I case from EB.
Hey all,
I've wanted some kind of casing even before I had my TC.
A leather thing would be most protective, but mostly that will be in book or booklet form, which is very unhandy to make phonecalls.
However there are a bunch of metalic or silicon cases available too. I was wondering which one to buy, for example http://www.pdair.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=10100000_900000_11000220&products_id=7161 seems pretty good except for the awful "With transparent plastic protection.". Which pretty much ****s up the total TouchFLO thing.
What do you think?
well the screen is the most sensitiv part of the phone
it would break more easy then anything else of the pda
The only ones that I have found are from pdair. I would like to see a glove fit or skin that would leave the front open for the touch flo.
I'm ordering mine from ebay...Search for HTC Touch Cruise. Much cheaper than pdair; and for the same product.
Let me know if it is any good, I'll wait, as I'm not much on the road right now.
case
Hey SabbeRubbish, I have bought a case for my X800 its not designed for wither the TC or the X800 but it does the job it’s a slip case from Ted Baker London its black with a purple lining its quite cheap and real leather so it might be in your interest to see it. And it covers the screen completely meaning no scratches and accidental unlocking the screen?
Sounds good, can you post a few pictures? Thanks
Touch cruise comes with a lovely, very classy, black velevet/suede pouch (slip case). Very elegant and protective. I don't think you need another one.
Since the Cruise is a relatively new device, there's not much in "specific" cases. You can get pouches that are fit for device that are similar in size and shape. Here are some of the ones that I found that are "compatible" with the Cruise.
http://www.mobileplanet.com/p.aspx?i=159614
Covertec:
http://www.covertecstore.com/en/t-smart/rm-HTCTOUCHCRUISE/smart-htc-touch-cruise.html
Vaja:
http://www.vajacases.com/images/smartphones/vaja/HTC-Horizontal_Pouch/htc_horizontal-pouch_en.html
Thanks for the reply, but I was looking more for something to hold the TC, rather than to burry it in. It's a phone, and I should be able to answer it withing 10s, not having to get it out of some kind of pouch.
I was thinking more like:
http://www.pdair.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=10100000_900000_11000220&products_id=7160
but that's somewhat too unhandy to call with (I think, any experience?).
Maybe something like:
http://www.pdair.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=10100000_900000_11000220&products_id=7161
?
Thanks!
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Thanks for the reply, but I was looking more for something to hold the TC, rather than to burry it in. It's a phone, and I should be able to answer it withing 10s, not having to get it out of some kind of pouch.
I was thinking more like:
http://www.pdair.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=10100000_900000_11000220&products_id=7160
but that's somewhat too unhandy to call with (I think, any experience?).
Maybe something like:
http://www.pdair.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=10100000_900000_11000220&products_id=7161
?
Thanks!
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I don't know, opening a little flap or pulling out a device out of a pouch shouldn't take anyone that much time. The flip cases are a PIA (IMHO) and most other cases add bulk to the device. The Cruise is not that small to begin with.
Of course, preference is the key when selecting a case.
True, but I don't want the hassle of a pouch when risking the TC to fall out if it all goes quickly. Therefore I was thinking of the aluminum casing in which it is tightly held. That way impact damage will be less. But I think leather protects best against any falling damage. And no I'm not planning on dropping it a lot or giving it to friends or children
http://shop.carphonewarehouse.com/a...o-ordinary-designer-phone-pouch-slippy-black/
there it is sorry i took so long to post i had 2 days off so i spent them away from anything electircal lol except my touch which arived monday morning. its the one thing the shiny screen surround but an almost like brushed aluminum keys. really happy with it other than vedio quality.
but anyway that the case ive got but instead of green its purple. and ignore the phone inside the case in the pic its a universal case but it fits the tc slightly losely which is a really nice fit in my opinion then again ive never really liked tight fiting cases.
http://www.pdair.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=10100000_900000_11000220&products_id=7224
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http://www.pdair.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=10100000_900000_11000220&products_id=7224
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Thanks for the link, I had seen it before, but one big issue:
With translucent plastic cover to protect display screen.
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Which makes me wonder: will TouchFLO work?
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Which makes me wonder: will TouchFLO work?
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Ummm... What is standard screen protector made of? One which comes with TC?
Plastic?
Just curious...
I'm not sure, and can't find anything online about it, but it feels like plastic, definitely not glass or rubber
I guess that it *might* work with this kind of cover, but it should almost stick to the screen like the screen protector. And then again, if doesn't really stick to it, it doesn't protect the screen from filth coming through...
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Since the Cruise is a relatively new device, there's not much in "specific" cases. You can get pouches that are fit for device that are similar in size and shape. Here are some of the ones that I found that are "compatible" with the Cruise.
Vaja:
http://www.vajacases.com/images/smartphones/vaja/HTC-Horizontal_Pouch/htc_horizontal-pouch_en.html
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Wow, the Vaja is sure nice
http://www.vajacases.com/home/home_en.html
But expensive!! I like this a lot.
I'm agree: Vaja is very very nice but expensive.
Noreve will ship its case 02/12/2008.
Good quality too but just a little bit less expensive than Vaja.
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Unfortunately, they don't have cases for the Touch Cruise yet
Just got the email from them saying they're in, ordered a twin pack. £24.99 isn't cheap but I want the best for my beauty...
http://www.martinfields.co.uk/GB/MFOP-HTCDesire
I've always found the MF ones to be highly overrated for their price. I've seen far better noname ones for only a few $'s.
I've seen cheap ones too but have had bad experiences with them, only one I had any good was one for my N97 so thought I'd give them a blast - failing that I'll look at the Zagg ones...HTC ones are poor, had one on my HD2 and it didn't even fit properly!!
I always used to use Martin Fields but my Hero came with HTC ones and I found those to be fine and at £5 from Play for two you cant really go wrong.... (if they ever get them in stock).
Got mine yesterday, amazing fit and you wouldn't know they are they - definitely worth a look (you get a camera lens one too)
Well when mine arrived i first thought it wasn't any better than some random £5 protector i bought off ebay for my Lumix TZ7, certainly at first glance you would tend to think that.
However if you do need to reapply it then the Martin Fields is just as effective as if you were putting it on for the very first time (no bubbles and a really smooth experience). Considering you will be using the phone everyday i do think its worth getting something that will last. Not knocking any of the other high end protectors out there, im simply saying that the Matin Fields protector is better than any i have had before.
I would stay away from the really cheap bundled ones as in the long run you will be paying out more as they aren't up to the job IMHO.
Hmmm, well I ordered a Martin Fields protector from an eBay seller and what arrived... well, I'm not convinced it's authentic. For one thing, the paper sleeve looks like cut down printer paper, and the text has typos. Additionally, having now applied the protector, it doesn't quite cover the screen - it's about 1mm short of meeting the length of it - and having cleaned it *once* there's now a scratch on it. Only small, but a scratch nonetheless on a supposedly scratch-resistant protector.
Oh, and every time I touch it - with washed hands - it smears like a bastard.
Probably should have ordered directly from Martin Fields, do you think...? Or is this the same with all of them?
Mine is slightly smaller than the screen itself but I wouldn't expect it to fit exactly as removal would be an arse - can't say I've got an issue with it smearing but if it does it seems to clean itself, which is strange but nice!
I got a 2 pack in a blister pack, each was in some oxygen-sealed plastic...all a bit OTT but work great
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Hmmm, well I ordered a Martin Fields protector from an eBay seller and what arrived... well, I'm not convinced it's authentic. For one thing, the paper sleeve looks like cut down printer paper, and the text has typos. Additionally, having now applied the protector, it doesn't quite cover the screen - it's about 1mm short of meeting the length of it - and having cleaned it *once* there's now a scratch on it. Only small, but a scratch nonetheless on a supposedly scratch-resistant protector.
Oh, and every time I touch it - with washed hands - it smears like a bastard.
Probably should have ordered directly from Martin Fields, do you think...? Or is this the same with all of them?
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They do smear but i've found mine (ordered off the offical MF site) fits fine (yes slightly, but ever so slightly smaller than the screen itself) and certainly hasn't got any scratches on it, feels like it's up to the job aswell.
That's the trouble with ebay, sometimes you gamble on a cheaper price not knowing if it's the real deal or not. Going off what you are saying i'd say it's not offical, espcially if you say you have scratches on it already.
I've actually had a check, and the protector was in fact from Morpeth Mobiles, an online shop (I actually bought a USB cable from eBay). So it looks to be genuine. The packaging was a sealed hard-plastic type, and the protector was in a thin poly 'sheath' with "This is a Oxo-Biodegradable Bag" written on it. Still looks cheap though.
Meh... I'll stick with it for now.
That's the jobby (Oxo-Biodegradable Bag) - at work so couldn't remember!!
Seems to be correct, I assume you have it the right way up!!
Definitely on the right way up... I think! The side that was against the plastic backing is now against the screen, and the curved end matches the curved end of the screen.
I think I might try taking it off, washing it (or scotch taping it) and reapplying it.
I have got a little scuff on mine from when I went a bit OTT with a credit card to get a bubble out but you can only see it on an angle under light...bar that it's a very good purchase, and I got a spare incase the worst happens to one of them
Not to butt in or anything but i'm using a cut down iPhone screen protector that cost me 50 cent and it does the job perfectly. No fancy oxygen sealed bags or £25 price tags
The Martin fields protectors art ace. I used them for years, but the only thing that puts me off is the smearing. It can be very noticeable. So this time I've gone for a pouch (got a great diesel pouch from the Apple store). So far not a scratch under heavy daily use so its been perfect.
buy them from WWW.mobilefun.co.UK. they are £18 for two and free postage this weekend.
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buy them from WWW.mobilefun.co.UK. they are £18 for two and free postage this weekend.
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Yea ordered mine from mobilefun yesterday got it today, and i have to say the quality is perfect and it fits properly, i bought two and it was worth the money. Highly recommended.
Had a martin fields for a long time, not sure it's worth the price. Maybe a tad better, surely a lot sturdier and reusable, easier to apply... but not so much as to justify the price. 1€ screen protectors are sometimes ok.
One last thing about martin fields is that (seems to me) they attracted a lot of fingerprints, while cheaper ones are more oleophobic
Well the first time to try such expensive one out to see what difference is with the HTC ones I used in the past...
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hey guyz
it sounds silly to have a such problem for this flagship but for me as a new samsung user, I faced this problem after using a protection glass for this curved screen. the problem was after using this protection,touch response became too weak! that seriously made me regret about buying this crap!asked some owners about this problem and they said this problem is for curved screen and you have to used to it or buy expensive glass. searched accessories section in this forum and most of people discussed about proper screen protection. well just found 1 interesting post that someone mentioned this path
"setting---> advance feature ---> touch sensitivity " just enable it.
well problem solved. it sound so stupid but you better know this if you are new like me!
You've got to be f**king kidding me? I had the same problem as well before so I took it off and chucked it in the bin... Asked the seller for refund...
There is not a tempered glass screen protector that can out perform this one. It's high, but it is absolutely the best TGSP ever made for a curved phone. It even feels better that the stock glass. Absolutely amazing. had it on my s7 edge, s8+ and now my s9+. If you're spending money on any other TGSP, might as well just throw your money in the garbage. I dont work for them and i get noting free from them. I do own a computer/phone repair shop and have used every name brand, and most non named brand TGSP made. This works with 95% of cases, wont lift, Its a bit more involved installing, but it;s amazing.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PwcWCxh5LTk&t=1006s