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easy on/easy off case for nightly desktop docking?

I had installed a full body BSE skin on my N1, but had to systematically remove pieces so as to allow proper docking with the official desktop dock (I eventually removed all skins but those covering the screen and the battery cover). For the time being, I've been using the neoprene sleeve, but I'm looking at cases that allows for easy removal and installation as I plan to use the dock nightly. Keep in mind that I still have screen protector and battery cover skin.
So far, the Seidio Innocase seems to be one of the best N1 cases on the market (probably second to Case Mate's Tough case). However, I've read that installation/removal of the case can be difficult if a screen protector is present. My other considerations are either the Snap model or Case-Mate's Barely There model which appear fairly similar. Again, how easy is it to remove the case? Would I be better served with a silicone case for ease of repeated removal and installation (but contend with lint/dust issues?)?
Thanks.

I am using a case I got off eBay. http://cgi.ebay.com/BLACK-CRYSTAL-S...Accessories?hash=item35a8082fc6#ht_3878wt_799
It's the exact same one as the one on ultra-case.com but half the price. I'm just assuming Ultra just buys it from the same wholeseller and just repackages it.
I don't use a dock but I'm a Tmo rep and I usually when I get myTouch customers I'll put the HTC_IME keyboard on for them so I do have to take everything off to access the SDcard. I've been really satisfied with it as it is a gel case but doesn't feel cheap like the cases at my store and it is very easy to remove.

I have a Barely There, it pops right on and off.

djpingpong said:
I am using a case I got off eBay. http://cgi.ebay.com/BLACK-CRYSTAL-S...Accessories?hash=item35a8082fc6#ht_3878wt_799
It's the exact same one as the one on ultra-case.com but half the price. I'm just assuming Ultra just buys it from the same wholeseller and just repackages it.
I don't use a dock but I'm a Tmo rep and I usually when I get myTouch customers I'll put the HTC_IME keyboard on for them so I do have to take everything off to access the SDcard. I've been really satisfied with it as it is a gel case but doesn't feel cheap like the cases at my store and it is very easy to remove.
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You must be one of the coolest Reps that T-mo has, lol...

hm, a skin protector for the screen or a car charger?

vexingv said:
I had installed a full body BSE skin on my N1, but had to systematically remove pieces so as to allow proper docking with the official desktop dock (I eventually removed all skins but those covering the screen and the battery cover). For the time being, I've been using the neoprene sleeve, but I'm looking at cases that allows for easy removal and installation as I plan to use the dock nightly. Keep in mind that I still have screen protector and battery cover skin.
Thanks.
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I've got a BSE skin on mine and the desktop dock works fine. I was a bit worried, cause I didn't get the skin on perfect.
You have to be patient when you place your phone in the dock, sometimes it takes 5 or 10 seconds to realize where it's at, then another 5-10 secs for the bluetooth to kick in. I can live with that.

I use the Case-Mate Nexus One ID Credit Card Case (can't post a link here with new account, but it's on the case mate site).
Love, love, love the case. Pops off pretty quickly at night. I keep two cards in it (driver's license and credit card) and a folded $50 tucked inside between the phone and license. So nice to just grab the phone and my keys...
I do wish I could keep it on when docking. I'm not super happy with my N1 dock as is since my phone seems to slip out of it easily, annoying my wife when it clatters to the table top.

I use the Seidio Inoocase II Surface with this dock: http://cgi.ebay.com/Dual-Desktop-Ch...wItemQQptZPDA_Accessories?hash=item35a8350959
I like this dock a lot more the Google's due to the fact that it has the microUSB plug in the bottom, which holds the phone upright. I had the official dock from Google and ended up calling HTC 15 mins after I opened it to return it. I hated (*hated*) how the phone sat in the dock but had nothing to stop it from tipping out. The nice thing about this combo is the dock has both wall-power charging or USB charging. Can also leave it plugged into the wall and the USB and use ADB on your computer while charging the phone and an extra battery. I dunno, if you don't need the bluetooth connection with a dock that's attached to your stereo system, save yourself $40 and order the knock-off from Ebay.

grb said:
I've got a BSE skin on mine and the desktop dock works fine. I was a bit worried, cause I didn't get the skin on perfect.
You have to be patient when you place your phone in the dock, sometimes it takes 5 or 10 seconds to realize where it's at, then another 5-10 secs for the bluetooth to kick in. I can live with that.
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i notice that now even with most of skin removed that it takes a couple of seconds to recognize. however, with the skin installed, the phone would make initial contact and then slip/slide off the electrodes (i essentially had to hold the phone in place; thus i removed it).
since i invested in the dock, i'm sticking with it. i had considered the knockoffs when i was using my HTC Fuze, but the quality didn't seem all there.
my concerns with a new case is whether it holds up to repeated removal/installation and whether it scratches the phone/screen protector in the process. i assume that the gel/silicone cases, like that by Ultra/Cimo, are installed by putting the phone through the main display cutout? how does the Seidio Snap compare to the Case-Mate Barely; they seem pretty similar?

I use a customized zaggskin and that works fine in the OEM dock. Doesn't slide off or anything. My guess was that the BSE (which i initially had but I put on horribly) would be thinner than my current zaggskin.
I be happy. Hope you found your setup that you want!

(Universal) Dock useable with protection cases?

Hi there,
I am looking for a charging dock that accommodates my DHD without me having to remove the protection case (Case-Mate Barely There).
Does anyone have a suggestion for me? I just need it to charge the device, no further USB connectivity features needed.
I guess the usual Desire HD docks are all fitting so tightly that a case won't work with them, right?
Anyway, if you have any tips for me, I'd appreciate it

I'm looking for the same thing.

I'm signing up under this one as well
Sent from my HTC Desire

I've just received my Spiderpodium which does the job and is futureproof.
Its basically a rubbery type material which you can bend into various configurations and I am using it in the car right now and it works wonderfully.
I have bought a black one, it may not look as nice as custom made docking stations however is very practical.
Here's a link where it is demonstrated on an IPOD Touch however, I am using it with my DHD with a Otter commuter case attached and it works brilliantly.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4DPap5kneFI

Spiderpodium looks nice, wish there was something like that, but with the option of those sticky,sucky things that most gps use to attach to windows etc

Burning_aces said:
Spiderpodium looks nice, wish there was something like that, but with the option of those sticky,sucky things that most gps use to attach to windows etc
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My main reason for going for the Spiderpodium was because I did not want to get the windscreen "sucky" thingy. With this it leaves no marks, just sticks into the grills of my Mk5 golf which has the grills at a decent level to use sat-nav at a good viewing angle. It also holds the Wifes i-phone 4. If there is a need to, I can easily remove it from the car and use as a dock too.

Nice but I need one that I just slide in and it will charge my phone without need of connecting usb cable manually
Sent from my HTC Desire

HasC said:
My main reason for going for the Spiderpodium was because I did not want to get the windscreen "sucky" thingy. With this it leaves no marks, just sticks into the grills of my Mk5 golf which has the grills at a decent level to use sat-nav at a good viewing angle. It also holds the Wifes i-phone 4. If there is a need to, I can easily remove it from the car and use as a dock too.
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yeah, i think i might get one as well...

MattSkeet said:
Nice but I need one that I just slide in and it will charge my phone without need of connecting usb cable manually
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Yup, same here - I just want to plug my phone straight in without fiddling with cables..

I have one of those cheap Chinese-made docks, I used a dremel tool to make the recess a bit bigger. It's not pretty but it fits in nicely.

I would be amazed if someone made a dock for a case. It's hard enough to get a dock for a phone, which sells millions, I would be really surprised if someone made a dock for a case which sells only in it's thousands.
Take a look at the Clingo -
http://hemorrdroids.net/clingo-universal-podium-phone-and-media-desk-stand/
It does require you to plug in the USB charger, but as I say, I think you'll have to live with that.

AndyCr15 said:
I would be amazed if someone made a dock for a case. It's hard enough to get a dock for a phone, which sells millions, I would be really surprised if someone made a dock for a case which sells only in it's thousands.
Take a look at the Clingo -
http://hemorrdroids.net/clingo-universal-podium-phone-and-media-desk-stand/
It does require you to plug in the USB charger, but as I say, I think you'll have to live with that.
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Hmm that doesnt look too bad , neither does the spiderpodium though..

So, has anyone found an active dock that will work with a protective case on the phone.
I really miss having a cradle for my phone at work, but cant be doing with taking it in and out of it's gel case all day long...

Sneets said:
Hi there,
I am looking for a charging dock that accommodates my DHD without me having to remove the protection case (Case-Mate Barely There).
Does anyone have a suggestion for me? I just need it to charge the device, no further USB connectivity features needed.
I guess the usual Desire HD docks are all fitting so tightly that a case won't work with them, right?
Anyway, if you have any tips for me, I'd appreciate it
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Exactly same problem. I would like to have car holder for case mate and my dhd.
Universal car holders are so big and ugly.

gregy74 said:
Exactly same problem. I would like to have car holder for case mate and my dhd.
Universal car holders are so big and ugly.
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I bought this one on ebay and it fits quite good with case mate
http://wap.ebay.co.uk/Pages/ViewIte...tem=160517223458&autoredirect=off&emvcc=false
Sent from my Desire HD using XDA App

Are there any other phones out there that are a couple of mm wider and thicker than the DHD and that the micro usb in the same spot????

i ordered THIS dock a few days back its yet to arrive but going off the pictures it looks like it will easily support a phone in a case
but i think its just a bad photoshop job ill post back once it arrives

Framedtrash said:
i ordered THIS dock a few days back its yet to arrive but going off the pictures it looks like it will easily support a phone in a case
but i think its just a bad photoshop job ill post back once it arrives
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Let us know how it goes I would be interested even if I modified it a bit

FletchNZ said:
Let us know how it goes I would be interested even if I modified it a bit
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got the dock last week
dodgey photoshop job
wont fit the phone and case on the dock
could easy mod it with a dremmel to get it too work
other then that its a decent dock

I can recommend the clingo car holder.
It isn't really big and works really well.

Brodit active holder for DHD

I haven't seen any posts for DHD in regards to this and since this barnd is the most advertised and most positive-commented, I'd like to add my negative comments so that everyone is aware.
First of all, before I bought it, I've read the best comments about it as being the best choice. For me, it was the worst product I could buy and at such a high price which cannot be explained. This is why:
1) Hard to slide in and once in its place, the phone is so firmly fixed in the holder that you need tools to remove it. I always end up fighting with it to get out and the result is that always the sim cover gets off and stays fixed in the holder. The sides of the phone also start showing wear/scratch signs. This is the most unacceptable problem for a priduct of that price.
2) The provided proclip (special mount for specific car model) for one of my cars doesn't stay fixed on my car. It is so long and so thin and its corners are so badly aligned that even the adhesives don't come in contact with the console plastic and each time I try to take my phone off the holder, the whole mount comes off. With my other car for which the mount is smaller, it's ok bad still unacceptable for the price I paid overall.
Having read this, don't buy this product.

Thats a pity; I've been using a generic suction-cup mount in my car but was planning on purchasing a Brodit as I'd had no problems with the previous one I had for my Touch Pro 2.
I had a similar problem with the car mount half of it; it was supposed to mount over the air vent but would 'slip-off' if you hit a bump on the road. I fixed this with a heat gun, bending the mount to give it a firmer grip.
If the Brodit mount is a bad idea for the Desire HD, can anyone recommend a better option for the car than a clunky generic plastic lump I've got attached to my windscreen?

I bought a Brodit Active Holder for my DHD and I've had no problems fitting and removing the phone from it. If anything, when I slot the phone into place, there is a bit of a gap between the bottom of the phone and the holder so you can see part of the cable connector has not fully gone into the phone. Still charges though, just looks a bit irritating.
Other than that Im pleased with it, no fit or removal problems whatsoever

Reckless187 said:
I bought a Brodit Active Holder for my DHD and I've had no problems fitting and removing the phone from it. If anything, when I slot the phone into place, there is a bit of a gap between the bottom of the phone and the holder so you can see part of the cable connector has not fully gone into the phone. Still charges though, just looks a bit irritating.
Other than that Im pleased with it, no fit or removal problems whatsoever
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Where have you bought it from? because I received a message today from the Swedish manufacturer who admit this as a problem with some of their stock.

andreasy said:
Where have you bought it from? because I received a message today from the Swedish manufacturer who admit this as a problem with some of their stock.
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Sorry to hear that, you were unlucky. I bought mine off eBay Uk last week. It was a Uk seller called drivesafeandlegal2. I dont have enough posts to post a link unfortunately. I done a search under 'brodit desire hd'
Free delivery and package arrived in a couple of days.

For those who bought the Brodit carholder and its to tide ( like antenna cover gets stuck) you can solve it.
Take sandpaper with a very tiny grain and start sanding the edges of the sides. Make the sharp edges round and sand it with some water so that the surface and edges gets smooth ( even more smooth then original).
After this is done you don't see a difference in color or you don't mess up your holder as long the sandpaper is a P400 or lower and apply water in the end.
Mine looks like new and phone slides in without pushing until it reach the usb port.
No fuss with antenna cover and much more safe scratching your phone.

Incase book jacket (iPad) - Fits like a glove

I had one of these for my iPad so I tried it on my TouchPad and was surprised at how well it fit!
Power and volume buttons, headphone jack, speakers, charge port, and the camera are spot on! It also has the elastic strap to keep the case closed, a feature missing on many other book cases including the HP one
Did some searching and found an awesome $9.99 price, with fast $.99 shipping.
Order took about 1 week to show up at my house in full retail package.
http://www.nothingbutsoftware.com/catalog_type_page/ProductCode/140639
Coupon code RMN10n for 10% off covered the shipping cost.
Virus Kingdom Sprint HTC Evo

Will put up some pictures when I get a chance if anyone would like

Yes please!
I assume this case doesn't allow for the touchpad to lay in "typing mode" with a small angle, or even stand up at all for that matter?

maxxur said:
Yes please!
I assume this case doesn't allow for the touchpad to lay in "typing mode" with a small angle, or even stand up at all for that matter?
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I will try to throw up some pictures tonight for you
You are correct that the typing mode angle is very low, but it does stand up just fine.

Nice.
Can you post a video on youtube of it? Or photos. How do you like it so far?

Pictures? Let us know!

The TouchPad fits really well in this case. It's made of leather on the outside and felt-like material on the inside..I think. It is a pretty snug fit, and the cutouts seem fine (at least to me anyway). I don't think anything significant is covered....the only thing that is inaccessible with this case is the microSD slot...I think all the speakers are exposed. I really like how the front flap is secured by the elastic band. Also, the stand seems pretty stable to me.
I also believe they sell a white and blue version of this case. It's like $10 on eBay as well....so it's cheap
I wish it was thinner, but I'm happy with this case. I have attached a bunch of pictures. Hope this helps!!!

HTC OEM Dock?

Anyone know when the OEM dock will be available?

The only dock I have seen was a Car cradle. I think it would be available 5/7
http://shop.htcpedia.com/htc-one-s-accessories.html

Maybe not OEM, but I found this on amazon http://www.amazon.com/Hyperion-Standard-Dock-Charger-Compatible/dp/B007X4DKDK

Super_Dork_42 said:
Maybe not OEM, but I found this on amazon http://www.amazon.com/Hyperion-Standard-Dock-Charger-Compatible/dp/B007X4DKDK
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i'm not sure about that dock because if you look at the dock the micro usb is on the wrong side for the htc one s

Not original, http://www.amazon.co.uk/FoneM8-Sync...8LA2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1336411974&sr=8-1

Do you think a HTC evo 3d dock would work with the HTC one s?

does anybody think that the htc one x dock will fit the htc one s?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Hyperion-HT...Accessories&hash=item3f175a28d3#ht_500wt_1156
actually i found one on amazon where one of the reviewers said it does work and its cheaper on amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/Hyperion-Stan...DKDK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1336965044&sr=8-1
I purchased the dock and it arrived today and I have to admit it does fit pretty nice in the dock.

I bought a evo 3d dock and it actually fits. Well you need to mod it abit but it works.

nightang3l said:
does anybody think that the htc one x dock will fit the htc one s?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Hyperion-HT...Accessories&hash=item3f175a28d3#ht_500wt_1156
actually i found one on amazon where one of the reviewers said it does work and its cheaper on amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/Hyperion-Stan...DKDK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1336965044&sr=8-1
I purchased the dock and it arrived today and I have to admit it does fit pretty nice in the dock.
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I bought the Amazon one and am the second reviewer of it. The one thing I forgot to mention is how bright the LED is. It literally lit up my room at night and I could walk around as if I had a nightlight on. I cover it with electrical tape and problem solved. I also edited that review.

nightang3l said:
does anybody think that the htc one x dock will fit the htc one s?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Hyperion-HT...Accessories&hash=item3f175a28d3#ht_500wt_1156
actually i found one on amazon where one of the reviewers said it does work and its cheaper on amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/Hyperion-Stan...DKDK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1336965044&sr=8-1
I purchased the dock and it arrived today and I have to admit it does fit pretty nice in the dock.
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This is perhaphs a stupid questions but just wanna be sure since the last time I bought a dock for my HTC Sensation, it came with two different cables - one for data transfer/syncing and another for charging and neither would do both at the same time which was obviously not what I wanted and so had to return it and all that drama.
My question is - Does this dock allow you to do data transfer/sync and charge the device at the same time?
Thanks!

Super_Dork_42 said:
I bought the Amazon one and am the second reviewer of it. The one thing I forgot to mention is how bright the LED is. It literally lit up my room at night and I could walk around as if I had a nightlight on. I cover it with electrical tape and problem solved. I also edited that review.
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Since you bought it, let me ask you: Do you know if my phone will fit into the dock without taking off the TPU case that I keep the phone in?

I have this dock and the Diztronic case. It will NOT fit with the case on. It makes the phone too thick and just slightly too long to line up with the USB port.
Sent from my HTC VLE_U

KT said:
This is perhaphs a stupid questions but just wanna be sure since the last time I bought a dock for my HTC Sensation, it came with two different cables - one for data transfer/syncing and another for charging and neither would do both at the same time which was obviously not what I wanted and so had to return it and all that drama.
My question is - Does this dock allow you to do data transfer/sync and charge the device at the same time?
Thanks!
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To answer your question is yes and it only comes with one usb wire.

jayelbird said:
Since you bought it, let me ask you: Do you know if my phone will fit into the dock without taking off the TPU case that I keep the phone in?
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I don't know. I don't use a case on mine. But how thick is the side on that case? It probably wouldn't without taking the case off.
EDIT : I tried my brothers One S on my dock because his has a silicon case. It's a thin case, and with it on you can use the dock as a stand, but it's not quite enough for data or power connection. Given that, the TPU case here looks small enough that it might work.

Super_Dork_42 said:
I don't know. I don't use a case on mine. But how thick is the side on that case? It probably wouldn't without taking the case off.
EDIT : I tried my brothers One S on my dock because his has a silicon case. It's a thin case, and with it on you can use the dock as a stand, but it's not quite enough for data or power connection. Given that, the TPU case here looks small enough that it might work.
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I just ordered the Hyperion stand from Amazon...it's available via Prime for $19.99.
I have the clear Cruzerlite Android case and will see if it works with it on when I get it.

Received the Hyperion Desktop Charging Cradle today via Amazon Prime.
The way the dock is designed seems that it will not work with any type of case on the HTC One.
Since the Cruzerlite case is so easy to put on & take off, it's not a real big deal...just a bit of an inconvenience.
I'm planning to keep this dock until something better comes along.
(RANT)
I'm just a bit upset with the delivery service that Amazon used.
They were so lazy that they actually threw my package from the sidewalk in front of my house onto my porch...there are 6 steps up to my front porch.
The thing that gets me is that the package fell off the porch and landed on the side of the house!
I saw this happen, but they drove off before I could give them a piece of my mind!
(END)

Quick question for those who bought the Hyperion Desktop Charging Cradle...does your One S indicate A/C or USB Charging when being charged on this dock?
Mine for some reason shows USB, but the Parameters Output: 5V 1000mAh (on the box)
Shouldn't that be A/C...not USB?

anyone try the oem evo 3d dock looks like it might be a good fir plus added hdmi functionality.
Anyone know if the hyperion will work with MHL adapter to bring hdmi functionality while docking?
I also found a dock made by a company KIDIGI that offers case compatibility while docked.

I am useing the evo 3d dock, Posted a picture. You would need to modify it alittle.
Sent from my HTC VLE_U using xda premium

I mean the OEM charging dock by HTC