In search for a dock sexy enough for my G2 I think I found one. This is the Perch from Qurky, I bumped into this on the 'net and thought it was sexy, figured I'd share. And this is the info about it.
Perch is a portable, wireless speaker that’s designed for use with mobile media players.
Use it at home as a speaker and mobile device charging dock, or charge it up and take it with you anywhere you want to play some tunes.
Features:
- Slim two-part speaker/dock design.
- Portable speaker runs off of internal rechargeable battery.
- Wirelessly connects to Bluetooth devices for playback.
- Integrated microphone for conference or video calls.
- Dock includes built-in digital clock with alarm function.
- Perfect for iPhones, iPods, Blackberries, Android devices, and other smart phones and multimedia devices.
Speaker:
- Hinge on the backside so you can prop the speaker up in portrait mode.
- Magnetically connects to dock for charging.
Dock:
- White plastic stand, black rubber rim, and anodized metal bottom.
- Tray for charging media/mobile devices.
- Comes with an AC adapter wall plug, along with a range of standard USB power connectors.
Why does it seem like you're selling your own product.
I think I just seen this on engadget, very sexy indeed.
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What's the big deal? It looks like a chair.
I must say, it is kinda sexy..............I think I am going to turn in early tonight
blunted09 said:
Why does it seem like you're selling your own product.
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Yeah, I guess You would think that after looking at my posts and saw this was my first one.
OoTLink said:
What's the big deal? It looks like a chair.
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Dude! The black/grey part is a wireless portable speaker thats detachable! It's awesome, you know it!
That's not really a dock. Just a place to set your device on with a removable speaker. IMO, kinda lame.
When I'm looking for a dock, I'm looking for something my device can DOCK into...
Nice alternative to say the least. It is a cool concept but not real practical for the bedside...
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I will take both, the dock and the model in the first pic
U funny
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EVER TRIED THIS OR ANYTHING LIKE THIS???
I was looking at it but I saw it had a few bad reviews anyone ever see anything like or similar to this.
Sometimes I like the old school feel of the handset phones.
Thanks for looking.
iClooly PHONESTAND White for Mobile Phone
Features New way of using your mobile phone at home & office
Fits virtually all cell phones including 3.5mm earphone jack
Inexpensive compared to pedestal cell phone docks
You can watch a screen while you are talking on the phone (Compatible with iPhone 4 model)
You can easily check your memory and input new data into your phone while you are on the phone. And it would be possible search phonebook, schedule and make a note.
Easy to access to Skype program and possible free talk with your friends.
Reduce 96% radiation emitting from mobile phone
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16875994250
OR THIS Dial "R" for Retro
Dial "R" for Retro
Yeah, we know all about those bluetooth headsets for cell phones, but forget that stuff! We have here the latest development in cell phone technology and it's a big hunk of beautiful plastic. An accessory for your phone that you can really grab onto. Something with heft and that good-old-American solid construction feel - like a 1972 Cadillac.
The Retro Phone Handset is a new production replica of the Western Electric 500-series model, which was the classic phone handset for several decades. It's been slightly modified to work with the headset jack of most cell phones (or via a "hands free" adapter kit, sold elsewhere). Just plug-in and dial - or for added effect, put your cell phone in your pant's pocket - then it looks like you're talking on a phone connected to... well, who knows?
•2.5mm jack will work with most phones (Motorola, LG, Samsung)
•Small button built-in to handset for answer/end
•Connection can also be made using a "hands free" type of adapter kit (not included)
•No batteries required
•Includes: handset and classic curly phone cord with connector
•Works with Blackberry (except Curve and some newer models with 3.5mm connectors)
•Does not work with RAZR or Nokia phones
•Works with iPhone (using Apple iPhone TTY Adapter, available from Apple)
•Now available in RED color
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I'm looking for a car mount dock built for my Galaxy Note 4 that will:
Support Charging and audio streaming
Not be in the way of the volume and power buttons on the Galaxy Note 4
Positioning - Will hold my Note 4 in Landscape mode
I'm currently using an IBolt, which is a little difficult to set in. After playing with it, it sets in, "OK" if I change the USB port so it plugs in on the left side, fs the right. However, that makes my Home/Back keys on the left side as well, a bit awkward when driving. I had it pointed the other way, but the mount would hit my volume buttons. One thing I miss dearly about my old DROID RAZR MAXX is the car mount which was built to fit the device. I wish something similar existed for the Note 4.
JOSHSKORN said:
I'm looking for a car mount for my Note 4. I see other threads on car mounts but I'm not quite convinced on those, yet.
Anyway, looking for a car mount that is basically built for the Galaxy Note 4 that will:
Support Charging and audio streaming
Not be in the way of the volume and power buttons on the Galaxy Note 4
Positioning - I've been using a Landscape view but I suppose portrait is OK as well.
I'm currently using an IBolt, which is a little difficult to set in. One thing I miss dearly about my old DROID RAZR MAXX is the car mount which was built to fit the device. I wish something similar existed for the Note 4.
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iBolt xProDock
the IOttie for the Note 2. It'll be more about how you position the phone than anything else. Although, I don't think it's what you're wanting.
I got the iottie one touch 2 and it is by far the best universal mount I've had.
Since I don't use my CD player/slot, I purchased this one a couple of years ago for my Galaxy Nexus. Now I am using it for my Note 4, which fits perfectly, and holds it securely in place.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004G1L52Q/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
EDIT: Just read the OP's post a little closer, and my suggestion may not be what he's looking for. But I'll leave it here, in case someone else might want to get one. =)
Bmerz said:
Since I don't use my CD player/slot, I purchased this one a couple of years ago for my Galaxy Nexus. Now I am using it for my Note 4, which fits perfectly, and holds it securely in place.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004G1L52Q/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
EDIT: Just read the OP's post a little closer, and my suggestion may not be what he's looking for. But I'll leave it here, in case someone else might want to get one. =)
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How do you like it? I have this one.
Yeah none of those are ones that interest me. So far, the only one that I see that I partially like, is the one I currently have, the iBolt cardock. Again, it's got a built-in Micro USB connector. It's not really "built-in", but I think "connected" is more of the word. The USB "splits" into your AUX port and then your USB, effectively making the USB port serve as a dual functioning port: charging and streaming music. I use my phone for Pandora and Navigation. Unfortunately, the Note 4 doesn't seem to currently support USB audio streaming, so I'm stuck right now with plugging a separate 3.5mm into the top of my phone. Not very convenient, as it takes me another half a minute to hook up. As it is, it basically takes me 2 1/2 minutes to snap my Note 4 into my current iBolt dock, then plug in both the USB and the 3.5mm audio cord. With my old phone, the car mount was a rigid plate with a single usb port built-in, it literally took me about 8 seconds to dock, in comparison. Plus, I only had one cord to deal with. Right now, I've got two.
If I was as impressed with the DROID ULTRA as I am with the Note 4, I would've stuck with it, in hopes of the same kinds of docks, BUT, I can't do without a Micro USB and I wanted the bigger screen size. For those reasons, I don't regret my decision to get a Note 4.
Edit: I was thinking about it and I'm thinking I should've said "car dock" instead of "car mount", if that makes more sense to some people.
Pedro2NR said:
How do you like it? I have this one.
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It works well for me, as I've been using it for a few years now. I don't care for the dash or windshield mounts, as I am always worried the mount (along with my phone) is going to fall off! Plus in my car, my dash is small, and has no flat area - so there's really no place to put a phone mount. Which is why I was happy to find the CD mount, as it works well and doesn't block my view.
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Unfortunately, the Note 4 doesn't seem to currently support USB audio streaming, so I'm stuck right now with plugging a separate 3.5mm into the top of my phone.
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I've also been looking around for a good car docking solution as my Note 4 is due to be delivered on Tues. I was hoping to use it in-car for both nagivation and music and considering a standard universal dash mount, with the iBolt Dock n Play cable, however I assume from the above quote this will not work?
Cable - http://www.amazon.co.uk/iBolt-Micro...?ie=UTF8&qid=1414950162&sr=8-6&keywords=ibolt
If so, I have to also assume the iBolt xProDock won't work too, which is a pity as it's on sale on Amazon. I'm also weary of using a 12V USB adapter as I've read numerous reviews of branded versions such as Belkin catching fire...
iottie XL
foo25 said:
I've also been looking around for a good car docking solution as my Note 4 is due to be delivered on Tues. I was hoping to use it in-car for both nagivation and music and considering a standard universal dash mount, with the iBolt Dock n Play cable, however I assume from the above quote this will not work?
Cable - http://www.amazon.co.uk/iBolt-Micro...?ie=UTF8&qid=1414950162&sr=8-6&keywords=ibolt
If so, I have to also assume the iBolt xProDock won't work too, which is a pity as it's on sale on Amazon. I'm also weary of using a 12V USB adapter as I've read numerous reviews of branded versions such as Belkin catching fire...
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This is exactly what I have.
http://www.amazon.com/iBOLT-xProDoc...?ie=UTF8&qid=1414967903&sr=8-1&keywords=ibolt
It does not come with a charger, so I bought this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00G5VQIMM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
This didn't work with my old DROID RAZR MAXX but it appears to work with my Note 4. I see the lightning bolt in the notifications area, indicating that it's charging.
Again, the iBolt DOES NOT work to stream audio through the cable to your AUX port on your radio. I think this is just a feature that Android does not currently support, but I hear it will in Android L. It's weird, though because my old DROID RAZR MAXX was able to stream audio via USB, and I had a car dock for it. The cable for it looked similar to the cable you posted, the one that came with the iBolt looks a bit different, it plugs into a box which serves as a splitter, which makes me think that it's the cable itself that could be just incompatible, I don't know, to be honest. With my old car dock, the cable started getting shorted out, which is why I bought the iBolt, figuring it would work just fine w/ whatever phone I got next, since my MAXX was approaching its end of life. Maybe I will just take a shot in the dark and purchase that same cable, but from a US link if I can find it.
Bmerz said:
It works well for me, as I've been using it for a few years now. I don't care for the dash or windshield mounts, as I am always worried the mount (along with my phone) is going to fall off! Plus in my car, my dash is small, and has no flat area - so there's really no place to put a phone mount. Which is why I was happy to find the CD mount, as it works well and doesn't block my view.
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The iOttie XL will never come off the glass accidentally.... Have 2 and those suckers stick. You won't be disappointed.
It will even stick to the dash. Trust me.
This one has good reviews and looks simple. Anyone have one?
http://www.amazon.com/Arkon-Windshield-Smartphone-iPhone-Samsung/dp/B00I58VAZS/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?ie=UTF8
Vancelot said:
This one has good reviews and looks simple. Anyone have one?
http://www.amazon.com/Arkon-Windshield-Smartphone-iPhone-Samsung/dp/B00I58VAZS/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?ie=UTF8
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I just got this one. Seems great so far. It sticks really well, and hold the phone securely. The arms length is nice, because you can extend it.
I like how it doesn't obstruct the camera. I plan on using it for a dash cam along with navigation.
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The iOttie XL will never come off the glass accidentally.... Have 2 and those suckers stick. You won't be disappointed.
It will even stick to the dash. Trust me.
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Thanks for the suggestion, as I had not heard of the iOttie XL before. I checked it out on Amazon just now, as well as read through some of the reviews (looking for Note 4 reviews). So as soon as my current one breaks (if it does), I'll look into this one as a replacement. =)
Just thought I'd chime in here as finding a good car dock has been high on my priority list as well. First thing I'll say is yes, I can confirm that at this point the Note 4 DOES NOT currently support audio out over USB without the use of an OTG cable and DAC. It is possible to do it, but you need the extra hardware. This issue has been discussed in several threads, so just do a little searching and you should be able to find out the whole story. However, it has been confirmed that Lollipop is including audio out over USB as a standard feature, although I haven't been able to find a complete answer as to whether that just means every device will be able to use an OTG cable and DAC or that we'll be able to use usb/audio splitter cables like the iDock. The Lollipop features page DOES say that it will support all kinds of USB audio devices such as speakers and stereos, so I'm very hopeful, but we'll just have to wait and see.
As for actual dock options, I got totally hooked on using a magnetic dock back with my GS4. I originally picked up the Logitech magnetic car dock which worked fantastic with the s4, but with the added weight and size of the Note 4 it started to have some trouble. I ended up replacing it with the Bracketron Si dash mount, and it's been working perfectly. It has a very strong magnet, which I definitely need as I use an S-View cover which adds bulk to the back of the phone. The way these work is you get a few metal plates with the mount that give the magnet something to grab onto, and you can either stick it to the back of your phone with the double-sided tape on it or you can put it under the battery cover so that you don't have a big square piece of metal stuck to your device The Bracketron's magnet is strong enough to hold the phone with the metal plate under the battery cover AND with the S-View flap flipped around behind it, which is pretty impressive and certainly beats any other magnetic mount I've tried. There's also two little feet that flip out under the magnet to provide a little extra support, which is a nice bonus with this whale of a phone. It even has a clip for cable management.
So far I've been super happy with this, I do still have to manually plug the phone in but it's really nice to be able to just drop the phone in the mount and not have to fiddle with arms or clamps or anything. I'm lucky enough to have bluetooth in my car, so I still only have the one cable to connect as well.
I bought mine at Best Buy, but here's the link to Bracketron's page so you know what I'm talking about: http://www.bracketron.com/products/si-dash-mount#.VFeVJvnF92s
I've been looking into completely wireless solutions for the car and home, and I'm on the fence about whether to go with Qi or wait for one of the newer magnetic charging options to become available for the Note 4, but until wireless charging becomes possible I'm totally satisfied with the Bracketron.
That Bracketron looks pretty cool, but would interfere with my Qi chargers....
Well yah, like I said, UNTIL I find a suitable wireless charging solution I'm satisfied with the bracketron. There are magnetic docks that also do Qi charging, not many though. I think Airdock is the only one that is currently out that works with any device and doesn't need it's own proprietary case http://www.theairdock.com/ Looks decent, but I worry about whether it'll be able to hold up the Note 4 and also whether it'll work with my S-View case on. It does come with a magnetic sticker that supposedly helps, may try it at some point. What I REALLY think I'd like though would be something like this: http://www.revocharge.com/ or REALLY this: http://www.patriotmemory.com/product/detail.jsp?prodline=6&catid=100&prodgroupid=291&id=8253&type=37
The Fuel iON for the s4 looks amazing, I love that the case includes s-view and that there's direct magnetic connection to the docks, looks like it'd charge faster and more reliably than Qi as well. Just hope they decide to make a case for the Note 4 :/
Bracketron looks pretty cool. Unfortunately, I just bought one of those UAG cases, that should arrive in a couple of days. I doubt I could use that case instead of the one that comes with the Bracketron. I'm hoping that I like the UAG case, at least. I just wanted to add width to my phone. I'll look into the AIR case as well.
Too bad there isn't a company that makes customized car docks based on your phone and case using 3D printing, that'd be pretty awesome.
Tell me your recommendations and whether it works with a case!
The google cardboard fits as well as all the really basic VR viewers you can buy, my recommendation are the ones that look like this: (ignore the brand name)
https://www.casecrown.com/magento/m...3525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/v/i/vir-v2-wht-00.jpg
They're the most comfortable, durable and easy to use of all the VR headsets in the budget category.
Yeah... I have a similar model but from another company (shinecon). It works pretty well with the phone, adjusting the focus point is quite easy. However, the hole for the nose is very uncomfortable for me, I would prefer to have bought the one with a triangular hole for the nose instead of the rounded one (most of them have a rounded hole).
As I've said in a flip case topic, to explain that our RN2 has a magnetic sensor, I've made it working with my virtual headset, the Color Cross 2.
It's a cheap product, less than 20€ on AliExpress. I think we can find it on eBay.
I've chosen this one because it's the only "open case" one I've found, which is essential to my eyes, to prevent overheating during games...
And we can set the difference between the eyes, to be played by childs as adults. I have glasses, and I can play without. I think v1 don't have the magnetic sensor, but v2 has it (and it works with the RN2) ; anyway, I prefer playing with my cheap bluetooth mini gamepad.
You'll see it (or v1) on Google Video.
(Sorry for my bad english speaking, I'm FR)
I've got a no name vr headset. was around 10 eur. works perfect but it does not have magnetic commands. that does not bother me. it only has to fit 5.5 inch screen
I got one from ebay for a few dollars, works great for me. Using this along with the cardboard.
Did anyone find a compatible virtual reality headset that fits this phone?
I am considering this headset based on GSM specs Dimensions 179.8 x 88.6 x 10.7 mm (7.08 x 3.49 x 0.42 in):
https://www.amazon.com/Universal-Vi...7561&sr=8-16&keywords=vr+headset+7+inch+phone
I had one back with my S5 Active but they are not very comfortable. The sides can be removed if needed so this may be our solution till later in the year
So after many hours of looking for a compatible vr headset I have considered this product. this headset does not restrict the horizontal dimensions of the lenova when it's turned 90 degrees as it uses a front strap, allowing you to even put a wood plank in it if you so wished to look at. The con for these is the lack of a center "over the top strap"
Virtual Reality Headset for SmartPhones (Blue) by SmartTheater https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01F7TS3A2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_MWBgzbQZ6J3D0
I edited....every so slightly....a VR headset from Walmart
coman4 said:
Did anyone find a compatible virtual reality headset that fits this phone?
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works great :laugh: