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Stand/Tripod/Whatever for watching video on Desire

Hey all,
When on flights I like to watch videos on my phone but holding it is a pain in the backside. Any recommendations for something that can sit on the tray table so I can just sit back and watch it? I assume it's a concept somebody has invented a simple bit of kit for doing?
Thanks
Russ

HTC Desire Docks
Goto 'onlydesire . com' and click on 'Miscellaneous' under Accessories menu.

Sorry should have been more specific, needs to be able to hold it horizontally...and be available in the UK, but thanks

Just found this:
http://www.myibend.com/
Apparently compatible with the Nexus One so I assume the Desire too

roakes said:
Just found this:
http://www.myibend.com/
Apparently compatible with the Nexus One so I assume the Desire too
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Now you know how to cut a piece of card
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evilangelic said:
Now you know how to cut a piece of card
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Anti Lib Dem?
Nice job on the stand though.

If you're any good with plastics making a stand shouldn't be too big of a problem. I'm thinking of making a music dock personally

sh500 said:
Anti Lib Dem?
Nice job on the stand though.
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No no, not Anti Lib Dem
As their leaflet says, they did make a difference, they made a stand, for my desire.
In truth, it was on my desk next to my desire, and it was card. lol.

bend a credit card ( old one ) into an Lop sided M shape ....every's happy . ( this came from the Tough HD forums on this site )

I have a couple of these for all my devices, seems one size fits all
Its called a Crabble
http://www.seskimo.com/

Maybe you could take a look at this as well? Quite cheap...
http://dailymobile.se/2010/05/13/video-how-to-make-a-suction-cup-phone-stand/

VIDEO: Form-fitting black Silicon Case for HTC Desire - $10 - Amzer

Overall this is really great. I ordered it the day after I got my Desire, but it took 2 weeks just for it to get into production, and then another week to ship. It comes in a bunch of colors; I chose black. The fit is perfect, and all the buttons and holes line up just right. My only complaint is that I wish it were just a bit more stretchy-snug -- It's snug, but I'd like for it to have been more snug
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ALSO:
It did not come with a carry strap, nor anchor point for one, but I made one myself and now it is secure in my hands everywhere I go. Mission accomplished. I will add pictures of that later tonight.
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What are the white things stuck on the back of the phone?

al89nut said:
What are the white things stuck on the back of the phone?
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Oh sorry, I forgot to mention that.... They have nothing to do with the silicone case... They are separate stick ons called "egrips" -- which you can apply to any device and it creates a friction that prevents stuff from sliding out of your hand.
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Prior to getting the silicone case in the mail, I needed to give myself some peace of mind to not let the Desire slip out of my hand. egrips are great... They makes them as strips you can apply where you like -- and they also make they as custom fits for an entire back of a phone...
I care a lot about aestehtics -- but I do not care about the back of my phone. I rank "NOT DROPPING MY PHONE" much much higher than "neat and tidy back side".
But, for the record, the egrips work great on the Desire back surface itself... But when I then applied them to the back of the silicon case, they don't adhere.
So, what do you think of the case?

Great video, thanks for the great review!
I wish everyone would review the products they bought the same way, with clean and alot of photos, detailed ones

Black clear TPU case

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It simply fits.

Not bad but I cannot stand the hole in the left hand corner!

mingkee said:
It simply fits.
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We call this style the DiamondFlex at TPU-Cases, others simply call it the Diamond Pattern. This look amazing on the phone. We didnt make this style for the G2x, but have made them for numerous other phones. I've never seen a TPU case designed like the one you posted, I'm surprised its able to hold its shape with such a large cutout in the corner. I personally would of done 2 holes in that corner instead of 1. Although we ended up just using 1 hole for the power button since only the Korean model has that corner port anyways.

OneStepAhead said:
We call this style the DiamondFlex at TPU-Cases, others simply call it the Diamond Pattern. This look amazing on the phone. We didnt make this style for the G2x, but have made them for numerous other phones. I've never seen a TPU case designed like the one you posted, I'm surprised its able to hold its shape with such a large cutout in the corner. I personally would of done 2 holes in that corner instead of 1. Although we ended up just using 1 hole for the power button since only the Korean model has that corner port anyways.
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Yes, this hex pattern looks pretty good. This is a reason why I went for this. Moreover, it simply fits 100%. It's pretty easy to put on but it's not loose at all.
I can live with this "TV antenna" cutout though.

Wondering how this compares: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0050ISVW6/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&m=A2HOCXU5SC35JO Obviously this one is solid black, and it doesn't appear to have an antenna cutout.
I just ordered one anyway, hopefully it will work for me.

What tools do I need to replace the screen on HTC Shift?

Will I need different shaped screwdrivers or will a regular (small sized) Phillips & or flat head screwdrivers be all I need?
While I was looking for screens on eBay and Amazon I saw some that came with tools. One of the screwdrivers that came with one of the screens looks like a star so now I'm wondering if there are any star shaped screws holding the screen down that'll need a star shaped screwdriver to open it with.
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I hope replacing this screen doesn't end up becoming a huge pain. Will I be okay buying just a screen for $5 or should I pay almost 3 times as much to get the tools?
This is the screen I was originally looking at for $5.55 http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=110787423167
Thanks for your suggestions!

When I got a new flex cable it came with the tools needed. BUT I found that a screwdriver I bought from radio Shack had better fitting tips. I'll try to find a link later today if I can.
Edit: I think what I'm referring to is called; RadioShack® 21-Piece Precision Electronic Driver SetCatalog #: 64-185 *|* Model: 6400185 for $17.49

This should be in Q/A. But that being said. I would spring for the kit that comes with the Tools. Especially if you do not have the correct tools. Yes you are going to need the Star shaped Screwdriver. Not for the Screen itself, but to be able to get to it. Also a few other suggestions. One make sure you watch the Video linked in THIS thread on how to disassemble the Shift. That thread also has pics you should study a bit. Another thing that I cannot stress enough. HAVE A CLEAN WORK AREA TO DO THE REPAIR. It will save you a bunch of headaches. Take your time. Do not try to rush the procedure. Lastly, make sure that the work surface, and you are properly grounded. This will avoid any issues from static discharge. Read, and take your time. It will save you grief later on .

Nillkin Flip Case with "Smart Window"

What do you think about this? Looks interesting
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Nillkin...e-Cover-For-SONY-Xperia-M2-S50H-/121349745565

iqlogic said:
What do you think about this? Looks interesting
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Nillkin...e-Cover-For-SONY-Xperia-M2-S50H-/121349745565
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Not so "Smart". It's just a cutout so that you can see the clock in the lockscreen and maybe the phone number when someone calls you, but only that. I have one, and the only thing I don't like are the cutouts for the buttons, they are not well placed. I prefer having a silicon flip cover instead of this one

So I found an alternative with cutout
http://www.ebay.com/itm/View-Window-Flip-Leather-Cover-Case-w-Stand-For-Sony-Xperia-M2-S50h-Dual-D2302-/301495734426

iqlogic said:
So I found an alternative with cutout
http://www.ebay.com/itm/View-Window-Flip-Leather-Cover-Case-w-Stand-For-Sony-Xperia-M2-S50h-Dual-D2302-/301495734426
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Well, that looks quite better, but still hard plastic case, the buttons in the right side are hard to press, just like in the Nillkin XD
If there would be something like this, but with a cover over it... LOL
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linuxct said:
Not so "Smart". It's just a cutout so that you can see the clock in the lockscreen and maybe the phone number when someone calls you, but only that. I have one, and the only thing I don't like are the cutouts for the buttons, they are not well placed. I prefer having a silicon flip cover instead of this one
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maybe there as app for that that could concentrate important concent into the small window. but anyways, windowed cases are utterly pointless on non-AMOLED screens

molnartibor said:
maybe there as app for that that could concentrate important concent into the small window. but anyways, windowed cases are utterly pointless on non-AMOLED screens
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Absolutely correct. In the M2, all the LCD goes ON, not like in AMOLED, where 0 equals fully off pixel. However, just to check what time is it, or who is calling you is nice, and the screen is protected..

iqlogic said:
What do you think about this? Looks interesting
I came here too late it is no longer listed. This can not be the only thread on M2 Accessories though surely?
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