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http://www.amazon.com/Tuneband-Gran..._m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0944CSX2WR2S7Z4HVZYB
Ordered this on 4/27...with expedited shipping (I'm impatient, so sue me =P), it came to $20. Has anyone on here ordered one of these yet? If so, what did you think of it?
MaximReapage said:
http://www.amazon.com/Tuneband-Gran..._m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0944CSX2WR2S7Z4HVZYB
Ordered this on 4/27...with expedited shipping (I'm impatient, so sue me =P), it came to $20. Has anyone on here ordered one of these yet? If so, what did you think of it?
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So you wear your phone on an armband? I suppose thats cool, just dont walk into things like I tend to do.
ChillRays said:
So you wear your phone on an armband? I suppose thats cool, just dont walk into things like I tend to do.
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Lol I think its more for exercising and such
I haven't even seen a decent armband for the nexus I may buy this so I don't have the phone sitting in my pocket anymore at the gym
-Charlie
dahui9 said:
Lol I think its more for exercising and such
I haven't even seen a decent armband for the nexus I may buy this so I don't have the phone sitting in my pocket anymore at the gym
-Charlie
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My sentiments exactly. I have a generic waist bag with a clip on it for normal, every-day use; I use the android slip for whenever I'm in formal wear; and I want to use this for at the gym (since I use workout programs on the phone and the stock headphones with track control anyway).
Well go for it and let me know how it is I need a new one soon because in 2 days I'm starting my P90X workout again and Love to listen to the perfect beat of music for it.
-Charlie
Got it in today....might have some pics for you tomorrow but I love it so far.
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So you wear your phone on an armband? I suppose thats cool, just dont walk into things like I tend to do.
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LOL someone doesn't exercise!!!
Let us know how it goes OP.
Is it secure?
I'd love to get an armband for running (ahh, love California) but worry about it falling out and just being heavy while swinging my arms.
pls let us know how it works while running!
I ordered one too so I'll let you guys know how it works when I receive it!
It's fantastic. Not only is it comfortable and fits the phone perfectly, but has just enough "give" that I can view a text message or look at what routines or weights I should be doing, and even type SMS responses (though I usually just go the lazy method and use voice input). I've also been using the stock Android headphones, so I clip the cord to the armband using the supplied clip (and I wrap the slack around the back of the phone). When I'm done, I pop the phone out of the silicone sleeve and toss it in my gym bag.
As far as the weight goes, the phone itself is the heaviest part, but it feels no heavier than my second generation Zune did. It IS kinda bulky, but hasn't gotten in the way of anything yet, and I don't expect it to. Just situate it on the very side of your arm, and it really can't interfere with anything. It does feel very secure, requiring a fair amount of "tug" to get the phone out of the silicone sleeve....not too much or too little, just right....definitely not gonna fall out, though - besides, if you have headphones in, the headphones themselves provide a natural tether to keep the phone in the silicone.
I've been a bit busy this last week (I just graduated from college on Sunday =D), which is why I don't have pics up, but if I remember, I'll pull the sleeve out of my gym bag when I come home tonight and take some pics for you guys. To me, this thing has been worth every penny.
How tight is the fit?
Do you think there would be problems with fitting a phone in that had a clear protector skin on it? I'm currently using the BestSkinsEver.com one.
And congrats on the graduation! Just graduated myself this past summer!
Thank you for this, I wonder when they were gonna make one of these I hate putting my nexus in my pocket while working out... We need this to show it off. lol.
I have a full body shield from Skinomi on mine and it fit just fine. As I said, it felt snug enough to be secure with just enough "give". Also, when you have headphones in, those act as an anchor.
Had to do my brakes and change over my brother's tires, so no pics today...hopefully tomorrow.
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I have a full body shield from Skinomi on mine and it fit just fine.
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Perfect, thanks!
Ok I will be ordering one, now I wont get caught up in my cord while trying to bench press and accidentally grabbing it all the time when I grab the bar.
-Charlie
dahui9 said:
Ok I will be ordering one, now I wont get caught up in my cord while trying to bench press and accidentally grabbing it all the time when I grab the bar.
-Charlie
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Try a bluetooth headset!
Here's the one I use when I go running:
http://www.amazon.com/Motorola-S305-Bluetooth-Stereo-Headset/dp/B002BH3I9U
No wires!!! I love it!!!
It can even do calls too!
I'll have to look into it, everyone I've tried has been tinny and I can't stand not having good quality music
-Charlie
Motorola's and Sony's are generally pretty good quality.
Pics at long last!!!
Oh, and remember, I have a skinomi shield on my phone...so this case definitely works with protectors.
Case by itself:
Case with phone in it (note the holes for all corresponding ports):
Obviously, it's pretty secure:
Headphone "anchor":
Questions? Comments? Snide remarks?
Wow, nice pictures! That helps. Looks good.
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I like the velvet sheets
Doing a bit of research and came across these:
* Tuneband for Nexus One (US Amazon)
http://www.amazon.com/Tuneband-Grantwood-Technologys-Silicone-Protector/dp/B003GMHJAS
* iGadgitz (UK Amazon)
http://www.amazon.co.uk/iGadgitz-Neoprene-Sports-Jogging-Armband/dp/B003QJ6MR2/ref=pd_rhf_p_t_1
* Belkin Sports Armband for iPhone 3GS (UK Amazon)
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B002CVCK...de=asn&creative=22206&creativeASIN=B002CVCK0S
And a few others.
Also - a lot of iPhone straps, but not a lot of confirmation, despite the similar dimensions, that the N1 will fit snuggly.
Anyone tried any of these who can advise on which are good \ bad? Any good ones I have missed?
There was a lot of arkmband discussion on another thread...maybe some scoop there.
Found it: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=672443&highlight=armband
I rock the tuneband, its solid enough... i wish the strap was wider for a bit more support for the phone but definitely does the job...
I put on the screen protector as well for ****s and giggles and its actually not bad
Just Ordered the Iarmband one. Will let you know how it fits when it gets here.
JHaste said:
I rock the tuneband, its solid enough... i wish the strap was wider for a bit more support for the phone but definitely does the job...
I put on the screen protector as well for ****s and giggles and its actually not bad
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Have you done hard sprinting with it? I love my Tuneband, but haven't dared to run full sprint with it.
Slip it in between your heart rate monitor band its not in the best position but it works for me.
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Have you done hard sprinting with it? I love my Tuneband, but haven't dared to run full sprint with it.
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yea it jostles around a bit... i would recommend you strap it high enough to tuck a sleeve over it
I run with the Belkin armband (from when I had an iPhone), and sony bluetooth earphones. I find it fits the Nexus quite snugly, the sound quality is great even while sprinting and no cables!
for those of you with a tuneband, does the phone fit with a case?
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for those of you with a tuneband, does the phone fit with a case?
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It fits perfectly, but I haven't dared to do hard sprinting with it yet, since it's not a full coverage. It's like a silicon sleeve and the band goes through the back of the sleeve.
http://www.officedepot.com/a/products/412983/XtremeMac-Sportwrap-For-iPhone-Black/
This works perfectly for me. The normal way of using it with the iPhone will not work with the nexus because the hole for the 3.5mm jack is on the wrong side. Rather than destroy the thing, I put it on upside-down and it has two holes on the bottom, one of which I can use. Also this way the flap that allows you to slide the phone in and that's supposed to keep the phone inside the thing is on the top and somewhat secure thanks to the 3.5mm plug. Also, I've used it on about 15-20 different runs and it's never bothered me or showed any signs of wear.
http://www.iarmbands.com/product.sc...2809C526C754451921A.qscstrfrnt05?productId=21
Got it.. Ran 3 miles today, did back and biceps! Cord NEVER got in my way, and stayed plugged in the whole time!! **** YEA
Never even felt it was there, i can still swype text. Never really even thought it would be comfortable. I had to put it up higher than my bicep... If you have over 17" Biceps this would be a uncomfortable product.
has anyone else found any decent ones?
has anyone else found any decent ones?
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Have you done hard sprinting with it? I love my Tuneband, but haven't dared to run full sprint with it.
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Really? I've done full-out sprints with the tuneband, no problem.
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has anyone else found any decent ones?
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Try the one I linked to. I'm pretty sure you wouldn't be disappointed.
non of these places ship to Australia
I use the Belkin Sport Armband - but I wear it around my wrist so the N1 ends up riding like a big flat watch. The RunKeeper app is really well done, and wearing it like this allows me to see pace and distance, etc.
I haven't tried it with headphones yet.
I just got my Tuneband a couple of days ago. The days I got it I used it one the treadmill for a 30min jog at 6mph and no issues. Yesterday I used it at the gym on the weight machines and no issues either. I figure if it the N1 did pop out at least the speaker wire should keep it from hitting the floor. But it felt solid the whole time. Good product, especially when it was 12.99(?) on sale at amazon.
I ended up buying some iphone armband for like $7aud. Went for a 10KM jog the other weekend, and i cant fault it!!!
I had to cut a hole for the nexus one head fone jack but other than that perfect! Just on the outside of the where the phone sat was sweaty but inside not one drop!
I currently have a htc aria using a charging cradle to charge my phone when I'm home and about to get an inspire soon and was wondering if anyone has tried a this charging cradle for their inspire. I assume the desire hd and the inspire have the exact location for the usb port so it should fit fine? I'm trying to get the same cradle as my aria that would fit the inspire when I get it since the one I have for the aria works great.
Heres what I was looking at from eBay:
http://cgi.ebay.com/USB-Sync-Cradle-Dock-Desktop-Charger-HTC-Desire-HD-/310274079688?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item483dc6bbc8#ht_4589wt_763
Looks pretty legit, I too am looking for a solid docking station in the sub $20 range
http://www.amazon.com/Premium-Multi..._1_4?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1298858717&sr=1-4
Found this if anyone is interested
I wonder if the phone will fit in that cradle if you have a case.....say the otterbox commuter.
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http://www.amazon.com/Premium-Multi..._1_4?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1298858717&sr=1-4
Found this if anyone is interested
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I bought this one... it's sitting here on my desk in the box still... I'm kinda afraid to use it... haha... i'm so afraid it'll screw up my micro usb port. lol
When you decide to try it please let us know
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When you decide to try it please let us know
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Here's two photos I just took ... I unpackaged it. I don't like the feel of sliding the device into it, gives me the eebie jeebies hearing the sound. I'm afraid if I bump it that it'll break the usb port inside my phone
So its crap? also is it overly tight in the dock and is it stable
And what screen protector are you using
bpodz34 said:
So its crap? also is it overly tight in the dock and is it stable
And what screen protector are you using
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Honestly it's what I'd expect for $18 from HKG... I won't use it, I'm going to return it to Amazon. It's snug side to side, but you really have to get it just right to slide down onto the USB adaptor. This is common with any aftermarket dock, and always concerns me that sliding it on and off might damage after a while.
It'd be nice if it were a little better quality, but oh well. I don't like it, and won't be using it.
I have the Zagg invisible shield on the phone. I like it because of the ease of getting replacements if the device is replaced or if I have any issues with it. Got it at best buy for $20, but used a 12% off coupon and a $5 rewardzone certificate, so came in at about $12, which I think you can do better on eBay\Zagg.com lol... I just have instant gratification disorder, hehe
Grr now im off looking for a different dock. Ever since i got one for my iPad i just need them. Its so much simpler to charge =).
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Grr now im off looking for a different dock. Ever since i got one for my iPad i just need them. Its so much simpler to charge =).
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For an iPad yeah, but for a phone no. Every time you get a text you either have to pick up the whole dock, or undock it... to hell with that. Cord = better.
bella92108 said:
For an iPad yeah, but for a phone no. Every time you get a text you either have to pick up the whole dock, or undock it... to hell with that. Cord = better.
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I was thinking more along the lines of a at night dock, bed side
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I was thinking more along the lines of a at night dock, bed side
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yeah that wouldn't be so bad, this would work for that, so long as you're careful with putting it in and out.
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I was thinking more along the lines of a at night dock, bed side
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Did you happen to find any night/bedside/charging docks?
I finally received my cradle in today. Looks like the one I have for the aria, but the fitment is different for the inspire. Feels a bit loose around the sides and looks like there should of been a spot to have a 3.5mm audio jack next to the usb. Stability with the phone on the cradle feels like it is unstable if you touch the screen a lot with the phone on the cradle. It seems ok for what I'm using it for though. I only have it to charge while I sleep so it should be ok as I don't touch it. All in all, it could be better, but gets the job done.
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I finally received my cradle in today. Looks like the one I have for the aria, but the fitment is different for the inspire. Feels a bit loose around the sides and looks like there should of been a spot to have a 3.5mm audio jack next to the usb. Stability with the phone on the cradle feels like it is unstable if you touch the screen a lot with the phone on the cradle. It seems ok for what I'm using it for though. I only have it to charge while I sleep so it should be ok as I don't touch it. All in all, it could be better, but gets the job done.
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Pics pleasee
Heres a link: http://store.androidcentral.com/clingo-universal-vent-mount/3A78A8427.htm
Looks cool but does it actually work? Does anyone have any experience with these type of mounts?
Thanks everyone!
Haven't tried that one, but this one looks pretty similar and got a great review (though it's not available yet).
androidguys.com/2011/05/23/review-cobra-universal-mini-mount-2
This one also looks really cool I think.
talkandroid.com/41545-the-oona-is-probably-the-most-versatile-and-functional-smartphone-stand
(you gotta add the www's to the front of the links, since I can't post links yet)
They have a suction cup one of these too that I meant to get for my Vibrant. I always looked in the cell section of stores like best buy when I was there, but never took the time to order from amazon. They get great reviews everywhere I looked.
I got an OEM one for the G2X and it works very well. I love that it has a sensor to put the phone into car mode automatically when docking. I know thats not new but after buying 3 flagship phones this is the first one that actually has this feature.
I guess the big advantage to the clingo is you can use it with a case.
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This one also looks really cool I think.
www.talkandroid.com/41545-the-oona-is-probably-the-most-versatile-and-functional-smartphone-stand
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This looks really cool too! I might pick it up for watching video at the poker table and as a bedside stand. I seriously doubt most people will be toting it around and reconfiguring it for each and every task throughout the day as their video suggests. Maybe I'm just not cool enough to own one yet, those people all looked pretty cool...
The Clingo stuff works really well actually. Leaves no sticky residue and if you start losing stick (after about 3 weeks), just use a lint free cloth and water to clean the surface and the sticky comes right back.
I only got rid of my Clingo for the one that mounts into your CD player slot.
there's a comment about the oona suction cup won't work well with the g2x because of the google strip on the back cover. anyone tried any type of suction cup with this phone before? i don't have one to try.
dn3g3l said:
there's a comment about the oona suction cup won't work well with the g2x because of the google strip on the back cover. anyone tried any type of suction cup with this phone before? i don't have one to try.
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I have. My GF bought me an iPlunger thingy for my BD http://www.perpetualkid.com/iplunge-phone-stand.aspx
It worked great on my N1 but wont stick to the back of my G2x.
Spyvie said:
I have. My GF bought me an iPlunger thingy for my BD http://www.perpetualkid.com/iplunge-phone-stand.aspx
It worked great on my N1 but wont stick to the back of my G2x.
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guess oona won't work then. that sucks. looks like it would have been a good option.
dn3g3l said:
guess oona won't work then. that sucks. looks like it would have been a good option.
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I'm hoping it will work with the TPU case which is pretty flat and seems pretty sticky. Anybody have experience with small suction cups and TPU cases?
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I'm hoping it will work with the TPU case which is pretty flat and seems pretty sticky. Anybody have experience with small suction cups and TPU cases?
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I ordered one of these... http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0050ISVW6 It should be here next week.
Looks like this one has a ridge or a raised hood-scoop looking stripe down the back so I dunno if it's gunna work.
I'll post again after I get it.
I had a nice car dock with my bionic that allowed me to put the phone in on-handed. It held the phone in a landscape format. I would love to find the same for my S4, although the USB on the S4 is at the bottom so that might be difficult. I'll settle for one that can hold the phone in portrait format also. I have seen some nice looking car docks, but they all seem to require a two handed operation in plugging in the cable. I want a one-handed drop-in and flip-clip to secure it against inertia.
Right now, I have jury-rigged a desktop cradle and it works somewhat well, until I drive on a really bumpy road... hence the "inertia" part.
Has anyone seen such a beast?
classified mongoig
have you looked into proclips?
iateshaggy said:
have you looked into proclips?
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Bingo! Thanks much. This one looks like it might perfectly match my requirements.
Link to yootoob video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgPHk6YUN3E
the microusb conector is the worst conector fomat ever
I've had the ProClip, iBolt, Infuse and Craigdocks dock. I like the Craigsdocks best of all. By a long margin, actually.
My review:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2057851
Buy the home or car dock here:
http://www.craigsdocks.com/samsung-galaxy-s3-s4-note-2-3/
CZ Eddie said:
I've had the ProClip, iBolt, Infuse and Craigdocks dock. I like the Craigsdocks best of all.
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I initially balked at the price, but the craigsdocks are hand made solid aluminum.. I might need to get me that one. It looks solid. Thanks for the tip.
Edit: Look at the videos. Craig is not a vendor. He's a craftsman. These are well worth the price.
CojonesDeToro said:
I initially balked at the price, but the craigsdocks are hand made solid aluminum.. I might need to get me that one. It looks solid. Thanks for the tip.
Edit: Look at the videos. Craig is not a vendor. He's a craftsman. These are well worth the price.
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Yeah, he seems like a really nice guy too. I've chatted with him by email several times about his product. He's totally enthusiastic about his designs and implementation! And listens to suggestions/ideas as well.
I'm very happy knowing that this one dock is going to work with several future generations of Galaxy products and it's built so tough (aluminum) that it'll never wear out.
Definitely a long-term type of purchase!
I received my craigsdock today and it is exactly as advertised. I am now able to use my otterbox defender case full time. It would not fit even with docks that had removable shims to accommodate larger cases.
I wholeheartedly endorse craig's docks
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