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Got Tired of Waiting on the Car Dock...

so I made my own...
My 1990 Jetta finally has navigation!
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First I make a car-specific mounting bracket (sorry, neglected to take many pics of this process):
Then I make the phone specific cradle:

Very cool man... what wallpaper is that?

Nice mod man. How did you make it? Can you post a little tutorial and can you make it rotate 90 degrees?
uansari1 said:
Very cool man... what wallpaper is that?
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It is the Earth Live Wallpaper found on the market or at this forum http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=623654 He just set the globe size pretty high so it zooms in I think.

Actually, the background was the World Tour app, but the one you guys mentioned is even cooler; just added it.
Sure, I can post up some of the "in process" pics for ya.
It doesn't rotate right now, as I never felt a reason for that, but if I were to source a hinge that rotates 90 degrees, it would. Thinking of that, I had a phone holster a few years ago that did that...
I'll post up those pics here in a few...

Velcro just in case eh? I really need to make one of these.

Dual lock.

Nice job! Looks like that will do the car dock nicely

Car dock spotted in this video at 1:10. http://www.phonesreview.co.uk/2010/02/10/google-nexus-one-car-kit-on-show/

That is too EFF-ing cool man.
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Does anyone else see the 'Androd logo' in his pics?!

OrganizedFellow said:
That is too EFF-ing cool man.
Does anyone else see the 'Androd logo' in his pics?!
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I noticed this too.
Great job SANTilt. (the cloth padding and rounding the edges are nice finishing touches).

OrganizedFellow said:
That is too EFF-ing cool man.
Does anyone else see the 'Androd logo' in his pics?!
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LOL, that's awesome!
Glad you guys like...

SANTilt said:
LOL, that's awesome!
Glad you guys like...
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YEAH!
You made me think of making my own.
Simple enough.
But what did you use for the backing? Is that aluminum? Cause it looks like you bent it fairly easy with the pliers.

OrganizedFellow said:
YEAH!
You made me think of making my own.
Simple enough.
But what did you use for the backing? Is that aluminum? Cause it looks like you bent it fairly easy with the pliers.
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Both the mounting bracket, and the phone cradle are made out of sheet aluminum; the mounting bracket is approximately 2mm thick, while the phone cradle is approximately 1mm thick.
The aluminum is strong enough to retain its shape, but flexible enough to allow the phone to slip in and out of the cradle and hold it there for years - I've used this method for five years now.

You add an external speaker and charging capabilities and you get the money I was going to give Google.
Really though... good job, very clever. I do wish that Google would hurry with theirs....

This is the one I'm using: Bracketron PHV-200-BL
http://www.amazon.com/Bracketron-PH...e-Holder/dp/B0014S5FVQ/ref=dp_cp_ob_e_title_1
Target has this one for $19.99. When I bought it from Amazon a month ago it was $12. It's $13.88 now. So far, it works really well and I'm really happy with it....until the official dock comes along. It's made mostly for regular GPS's but works with the Nexus One just fine without an issue.
EDIT: Just saw they have the PHV-202-BL for $5.73 http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001B2PPYC/ref=oss_product

This is hardcore.

xombe said:
You add an external speaker and charging capabilities and you get the money I was going to give Google.
Really though... good job, very clever. I do wish that Google would hurry with theirs....
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Bluetooth is my external speaker, and the car charger provides my charging capabilities. You'll notice in the initial design pics, I blocked off the areas surrounding the phone that would cover a control button, or socket. I do that so I can still use the phone when it's in the cradle.
Thanks for the compliments.

mark925 said:
This is the one I'm using: Bracketron PHV-200-BL
So far, it works really well and I'm really happy with it....until the official dock comes along. It's made mostly for regular GPS's but works with the Nexus One just fine without an issue.
EDIT: Just saw they have the PHV-202-BL for $5.73
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Looks good...Is it very secure with air-vent mount? and whats the difference between the 200 vs the 202?

This is exactly what I had invisioned in my head what I would make if I did it myself. Very nice man. Where did you buy the metal at? Think menards, or home depot carries it?

mesajoejoe said:
This is exactly what I had invisioned in my head what I would make if I did it myself. Very nice man. Where did you buy the metal at? Think menards, or home depot carries it?
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I bought it at an industrial metal supply shop (they sell to the public also) for around 8 bucks for a sheet (approx. 4'X5').
I've never seen it at Home Depot. Never been to a Menards, sorry.
Thanks for the props!

Car mount for Nexus

Compatible car mounts for the nexus anyone? suggestions with links plz ;D

http://tinyurl.com/yavd7jm

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http://tinyurl.com/yavd7jm
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Instead of being a total XXXX and posting that, you could post a link to something that is known to work well
Of course I googled it, I get results for all kinds of stuff. Reason why I ask a question on forums is so I don't wind up with some piece of XXXX Chinese plastic toy that breaks in a month.
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wait for their official car mount to be released.

soooo sorry, didn't realize you were a "pro"
here, try this one:
http://tinyurl.com/yesl8he

http://electronics.shop.ebay.com/i....=p3286.m270.l1313&_odkw=&_osacat=73353&bkBtn=
I use the 202 version with I got for 6 bucks on ebay...but seems the seller doesn't sell this anymore. It's a vent bracket. I like it cause it keep the phone cool while using GPS. Luckily I've no use for the heater down here in So. Cal.!

Did you even bother looking at the topics on the first page?
Lazy.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=656280

Red MacGregor said:
http://tinyurl.com/yavd7jm
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GREAT INFORMATION!
Thanks!
Red MacGregor said:
soooo sorry, didn't realize you were a "pro"
here, try this one:
http://tinyurl.com/yesl8he
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*woot*woot*
Another great insightful link post by Red MacGregor
Thanks Man!
If you had a PayPal link, I'd donate to you!

XFreeRollerX said:
Compatible car mounts for the nexus anyone? suggestions with links plz ;D
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I have this for right now until the official car dock comes out from Google.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150409885541&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
Can get pretty expensive but varies from end user to end user.
http://www.proclipusa.com/
Pictures of a Nexus One mounted with a ProClip
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=6070937&postcount=12
Everything else seems to be universal spring loaded vent car docks.
Another thread on car docks.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=6070832#post6070832

XFreeRollerX said:
Instead of being a total XXXX and posting that, you could post a link to something that is known to work well
Of course I googled it, I get results for all kinds of stuff. Reason why I ask a question on forums is so I don't wind up with some piece of XXXX Chinese plastic toy that breaks in a month.
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I've got one for you:
http://tinyurl.com/ykpd6d9

Well since the official car dock is out and its pricey+does not allow you to use a case...I just purchased this one off ebay.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290412307083
$7.69 shipped.
Any reviews?

britoso said:
Well since the official car dock is out and its pricey+does not allow you to use a case...I just purchased this one off ebay.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290412307083
$7.69 shipped.
Any reviews?
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I had one that looks identical to this.
It worked great for about 25 minutes...
The little gears that allow you to move the arms in and out (to grip the phone, and at least in the version I had) are terribly cheap and broke off with very normal use on the very first day. Now it's completely useless as there is no tension from the arms to actually hold something in place.
YMMV, tho.

That thing just looks atrocious! For such a slick device I would never use such a monster of a mount... it would consume the whole phone... and how do you charge?!

bmcclure937 said:
how do you charge?!
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The bottom part is open and I already have a 12v-USB cable.

I came from the iPhone 3GS and had a Griffin Window Seat for it. It works nicely with the N1...even with the case on it.
Sent from my Nexus One using the XDA mobile application powered by Tapatalk

britoso said:
Well since the official car dock is out and its pricey+does not allow you to use a case...I just purchased this one off ebay.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290412307083
$7.69 shipped.
Any reviews?
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It also features a can opener and doubles as a neck brace!

Davidusr , might i ask what case you are using ?

Davidusr , might i ask what case you are using ?
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I bought it from TMo...TMo branded. Its clear, only protects the sides and back. Leaves the top and bottom unprotected. Not the best, but better than nothing.
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davidusr said:
I bought it from TMo...TMo branded. Its clear, only protects the sides and back. Leaves the top and bottom unprotected. Not the best, but better than nothing.
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Is it a wrap around removable case or just a clear adhesive shield on the phone?
I currently have the Vroom case from Case-mate, and it would not fit into the iPhone 3GS holder for this mount correctly. I also tried it without the case and it would not stay secured. Earlier today I ordered a Gelli case from Case-mate which is said to have a little more of a snug fit, and I am wondering if this one may fit better. I am hoping it will give it just the little bit more to keep it inside the holder.

CLEAR Hard Snap-On Case Cover for G2

NOTE: I know there's some discussion about this specific case in another thread here, but since there were other cases discussed in that thread I thought it would be best to create a dedicated thread for it.
I recently purchased/received this from luxurycellwireless, and after using the HTC Hard Shell Case (OEM) for about a month I'd have to say I'm very impressed with this clear plastic one. It fits the G2 nicely, almost to the point where I'm going to be nervous when I have to remove it from the phone. Hopefully I won't have to take it off anytime soon, but for the price of $3 shipped how could anyone go wrong with this. I almost think this is a better case than the HTC one, as that already broke on me after a month's use. However, after only using this one for a few hours there are already light scratches on it. I don't care about that, because it's purpose is to protect my phone. I'm considering buying another one or two of these to keep on hand, in the event that this one breaks on me. It's that good. My only concern now is how much dust is going to get trapped under it, hopefully not enough to warrant a dismantling & cleaning. If you're looking for a case, go get yourself one of these. You won't be disappointed.
Here's 18 photos I took of the case protecting my G2 for your viewing pleasure - https://picasaweb.google.com/dustrho/CLEARHardSnapOnCaseCoverForG2#
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From eBay = http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220683115821

Wow, no replies.
Thinking about buying a couple more of these, as I love this case. It's easily the best one I've purchased so far for my G2. Sure, there are some scratches on the back of it now, but what do you expect for something that's clear and made out of cheap plastic? The one thing I really enjoy about this case, is that it seems to have fixed my "screen wobbling" issue (no more!).
If you need a case for your G2, this is the one.

Looks good. I found a softish one

does it obstruct the top row keyboard by a tiny bit? my fingers are big so it is important to me that it doesn't

Had that case before my current black one, liked it a lot, but with 1 problem. After a week or so of being in your pocket it collects dust and lint under the case and it looks dirty lol so I would take it off and clean it like every week then finally the little hinges that hold it on broke other then that it did the job.

dleonseng said:
does it obstruct the top row keyboard by a tiny bit? my fingers are big so it is important to me that it doesn't
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No, it doesn't interfere with the top row of buttons on the physical keyboard. That top piece has a cutout so it sits flush. You can see it in the picture below...

Thanks OP I got mine in the mail yesterday and I really like it.

mannyftw said:
Thanks OP I got mine in the mail yesterday and I really like it.
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You're welcome.
I had to take the case off the other day to do a battery pull (bad ROM flashing put me in a boot loop), and I have to say it was pretty easy getting it off. Nowhere near as difficult as the HTC OEM hard shell case or the cheap black one that was on sale at Amazon. So, I'm glad I got this case, and just need to order myself a couple extra for backup purposes.

I got one last week it looks like that one but is black and has a soft feel to it.

thanks for the TIP! this is a great case.
dustrho said:
You're welcome.
I had to take the case off the other day to do a battery pull (bad ROM flashing put me in a boot loop), and I have to say it was pretty easy getting it off. Nowhere near as difficult as the HTC OEM hard shell case or the cheap black one that was on sale at Amazon. So, I'm glad I got this case, and just need to order myself a couple extra for backup purposes.
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I have one of these if anyone wants to take it. Replaced it for an otterbox a week ago!

is this the one with the kickstand? i just ordered the one with a kickstand. and im curious to how it is.

gizzymo said:
is this the one with the kickstand? i just ordered the one with a kickstand. and im curious to how it is.
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No, this particular one does not have the built-in kickstand.

Kickstand case

Anyone here get this yet? I just bought it after being disappointed with the tpu cases i've gotten
http://androidcommunity.com/lg-g2x-kickstand-case-accessory-looks-pretty-nifty-20110420/
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If i had a desk job id be all over that. Only problem is it doesnt seem like you can charge while its on the kickstand.

It has cutouts for all the holes you need
http://www.expansys-usa.com/lg-lg-optimus-2x-kick-stand-case-209192/
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Landscape mode?

Mine was shipped today through expansys. I'll post up some pics when it arrives.
It'll be like dressing up a corpse since my stupid phone is dead

milk242 said:
Landscape mode?
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I read that you can set it up horizontally and vertically.
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Would be nice if someone made a battery door replacement with a kickstand in it.

erikikaz said:
Mine was shipped today through expansys. I'll post up some pics when it arrives.
It'll be like dressing up a corpse since my stupid phone is dead
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yes finally.mine was shipped too. it was back ordered for awhile. looks like the rep kept his word sucks about your phone bro. ill post a review up when it gets here as well

I just order mine... Let's see how it is.....

I spoke to a rep and it definitely does landscape mode

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I spoke to a rep and it definitely does landscape mode
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its funny cuz i wondered this after ordering. thanks for confirming!

rizzxx7 said:
Anyone here get this yet? I just bought it after being disappointed with the tpu cases i've gotten
http://androidcommunity.com/lg-g2x-kickstand-case-accessory-looks-pretty-nifty-20110420/
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this is my first time seeing that one. i went to the tmobile store to buy my hdmi cable(of course they didnt have) and i saw the kickstand case. its similar to the one for the g2. i wasnt impressed. so ill hold out. i have some accessories coming in the mail today. zagg, tpu, and hard case for now.

I have it. It's really a nice case - fits the phone perfectly and allows just a hint of the stainless trim to show adding a bit of style. The edging around the corners is a bit raised for protection. It leaves the entire front of the phone exposed though so if you put it down on it's face or drop it it'll get damaged. The kickstand isn't rotatable, the wide end props the phone up vertically and the edge horizontally. In the vertical position the phone's really low in relation to the surface its on. The kickstand itself feels a bit flimsy so I don't know how long it'll last. I use it as my "indoor" case. If I'm taking the phone out I use the Body Glove case which provides much better all-around protection.

charlieb620 said:
this is my first time seeing that one. i went to the tmobile store to buy my hdmi cable(of course they didnt have) and i saw the kickstand case. its similar to the one for the g2. i wasnt impressed. so ill hold out. i have some accessories coming in the mail today. zagg, tpu, and hard case for now.
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They sell this case in T-Mobile stores?
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I was thinking about buying this stand, what do you guys think? It's from:
http://www.gogostand.com/
It fits in your wallet, and has 3 different configurations to allow for portrait and landscape orientations.

i posted somewhere on here that daydeal has the same case,with a cover that protects the front of the phone.....for less money. sorry i couldn't catch you all before you bought yours. mines a nice,snug fit.
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=52415&cat=66
only difference is that it doesn't have the metal strip on the back.
edit...ok, expansys dropped their price a couple bucks since last time i checked. i still like daydeals better though.

Can someone that has the case post pictures please? I would like to see it on the phone before committing 23 dollars Thanks!

Here ya' go...
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That's exactly what I wanted

ooohh thats sexy. cant wait for mines to get here!!!

Who owns this HTC (TP C620) made case for the Sensation?

Who here has this case on their device and how do you like the quality/fit? I want to see real world pictures and cant seem to find any online.
Ordered one from Expansys but it is on back order for 15 more days Guess I'll use the Samsung Vibrant until this cover comes in; I am a clutzs and drop all my phones
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It's not out yet, at least not in the UK. Comes out same time as the SIM-free handsets, which kinda sucks as I wanna get one (or a leather pull-tab case if HTC release one)

EddyOS said:
It's not out yet, at least not in the UK. Comes out same time as the SIM-free handsets, which kinda sucks as I wanna get one (or a leather pull-tab case if HTC release one)
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That explains why Expansys states it ships out in 14 days (in the USA).

I really wanted it and was gonna order it on yesterday but after seen that it is on back order, I don't know if I could wait for so long

StefanB86 said:
I really wanted it and was gonna order it on yesterday but after seen that it is on back order, I don't know if I could wait for so long
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To buy some time while waiting for Expansys to ship I ordered this one off Amazon and it will be here on Tuesday.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0055DHCKS
My new phone gets here Monday

Why, with such a smart and beautiful phone, do you need to cover it? Wich is the sense in that? When your phone is going to be old, you cannot sell it as new.

alfa71omega said:
Why, with such a smart and beautiful phone, do you need to cover it? Wich is the sense in that? When your phone is going to be old, you cannot sell it as new.
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Because unfortunately I am klutzy and drop my phones a lot

quailallstar said:
Because unfortunately I am klutzy and drop my phones a lot
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That's a good reason...

WoW, that is a really nice case! is it see thru? I hope not, either way I am all over it!!!

So has anyone got this case yet? It looks really great and just as thin as the barely there, but it doesn't have any issues with the cutouts.
http://www.play.com/Mobiles/Mobile/...anslucent-Black/Product.html?searchtype=genre
I might order it and report back shortly.

I have one its white, bought from Amazon for about eight USD
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Mansn said:
So has anyone got this case yet? It looks really great and just as thin as the barely there, but it doesn't have any issues with the cutouts.
http://www.play.com/Mobiles/Mobile/...anslucent-Black/Product.html?searchtype=genre
I might order it and report back shortly.
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first stokc(s) are yet to be received by retailers end of July or start of August.
just cancelled my order at Clove

stefan.buddle said:
I have one its white, bought from Amazon for about eight USD
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Do you have any pictures? What's the quality like? Is the fit good? Do you like the case?

Well, I've just order it and as soon as I get the item I will take loads of pictures and report back.

Nevermind. Please delete.

Well, I ordered it about two weeks ago. As far as I can tell no one has any stock yet. The wait is rather annoying - why does HTC have such issues with shipping accessories on time for its latest phones. It's not like the Sensation hasn't been on the market for something like 3 months now!

I'd buy one of these in an instant if it had a matte finish. Not a fan of shiny cases, but the quality looks good enough that I'd buy it for that alone.