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Does anyone have this dock..

laying around in house to see if it will work for our G2X?
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-ECR-D1B7BEGSTA-SGH-i997-Multimedia-microUSB/dp/B004WOBN3I
I know its not for the LG, but its a micro USB and has everything working for it including the size ( i think).
If we can not find a decent LG dock, then this one might be a good option... but dont know if it will work for our phones or not. So hoping someone has one laying around at home that they can try out and report back.

Looks like it works with the Infuse 4G. Compare sizes and see if it'll work.
Possibly. The Infuse 4G was huge:
http://www.sizeasy.com/page/size_co...tion-vs-T-Mobile-G2x-vs-iPhone-4-vs-Infuse-4G
If there is a backplate, it should fit in there with room to spare. Might not be a good fit but it'd work. For $50 bucks though I'd think I'd want something tailored specifically to my device.

agreed... i rather get something for the phone.. but doesnt look like LG has any decent docks that does activate the dock features and all.....
from all I keep reading on the desk dock.. it doesnt really do much other then hold it in place.

I don't know, the dimensions given by Amazon are Product Dimensions: 4 x 3.5 x 4.5 inches which, after you consider the excess on the side, might be a snug fit. Although, given the specs I've found on the Infuse, either these dimensions are wrong or it's not for the Infuse, but more of a Samsung brand charger than a specific handset and, again, is labeled wrong by Amazon.
No matter what, the mini USB is in the correct location. And even if it's a little wider, it still looks better than anything offered by either LG or anyone else. If you try it or anyone else, post up. Cause I'm interested!

I will buy it and post a mini review for you guys, it looks like a perfect fit.

huntman21014 said:
I will buy it and post a mini review for you guys, it looks like a perfect fit.
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If it fits I buy one. Definitely post some pictures.
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huntman21014 said:
I will buy it and post a mini review for you guys, it looks like a perfect fit.
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Awesome! I look forward to it!
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huntman21014 said:
I will buy it and post a mini review for you guys, it looks like a perfect fit.
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Any update on this? I too am looking for something JUST like this.

wow... nice dock.. and checking the sized.. the G2 is significantly smaller than the infuse.. this should actually work.. hazaaaaa. Did anyone buy this yet?
You can always return it to amazon with no issue if it doesn't work eh?

Why not one of these universal ones on ebay? Link to my search: http://shop.ebay.com/i.html?_nkw=un...+cradle&_osacat=0&_trksid=p3286.c0.m270.l1313
Particularly this one: http://cgi.ebay.com/UNIVERSAL-DESKT...689784?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item5d2ec60c78
They are soooo much cheaper and I would think reception to the cell tower (4G Internet) would be less likely to be interfered with if none of the rear surface area is covered. With my G2 I noticed that my connection speed and number of bars was a lot lower when I laid it flat on a table. When I either propped it up on the table, or held it flat with just my finger tips (basically leaving the back uncovered) the connection was fast and strong again.
I like this idea too because I can place it anywhere in the room for best reception and run an extension cable to it to keep it charged, while using the the 4G with wifi hotspot on my PC.
I wonder which is best as a homemade tripod. At those prices I could buy 1 of each and try them all.

huntman21014 said:
I will buy it and post a mini review for you guys, it looks like a perfect fit.
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Any update on this one Huntman? Dont know if you got this ordered or not... just curious

Well, I just purchased it. Used the super saver shipping (5-8 [email protected] charge) so I guess we'll know in 5-8 days.
I'll post pics and final judgement as to whether or not it works...

I have the official LG desk and car docks. The desk is not fancy, but it hold the phone up, you just have to plug the power cable in if you're placing the phone in the horizontal orientation.
The car dock is great, solid, great fit. But I may remove the magnet that tells the phone to go into "car mode", since generally that's not helpful to me.

dylanear said:
I have the official LG desk and car docks. The desk is not fancy, but it hold the phone up, you just have to plug the power cable in if you're placing the phone in the horizontal orientation.
The car dock is great, solid, great fit. But I may remove the magnet that tells the phone to go into "car mode", since generally that's not helpful to me.
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can the car dock be mounted to my dashboard? i don't like sticking to windshield.

anyone pick this up yet?

I got it today... and it is sexy!!!
Now for the low down:
-Yes, the phone will connect in (w/o a cover on only)
-there is a gap though on either side, maybe a 1/4" at most
Even w/the gaps, I can still place it on it's side and the phone stays connected,
although, since it's being held up by the slim-usb connector, I can't see it being
good for the phone.
Now for the bummer (well, kinda) to get full functionality of the dock, you have to DL 'Samsung Home Dock' app from the store. Now, since it's free, you wouldn't think it was so bad, until you find out itlooks for the specific samsung fingerprint in the build.prop in order to install (to DL from market as well, I just took the apk file from xda.) So, now I need to find a build.prop that will sneak me through this little speed bump. Shouldn't be hard, just not enough time to search it out tonight.
Fortunately, the speakers on the G2x are so bad ass, even w/o the addt'l speaker built into the dock, it still kicks it out.
I'll get pics posted tomorrow after work.
Over all, considering our options, I think it's a winner!

RhynosAndroid said:
I got it today... and it is sexy!!!
Now for the low down:
-Yes, the phone will connect in (w/o a cover on only)
-there is a gap though on either side, maybe a 1/4" at most
Even w/the gaps, I can still place it on it's side and the phone stays connected,
although, since it's being held up by the slim-usb connector, I can't see it being
good for the phone.
Now for the bummer (well, kinda) to get full functionality of the dock, you have to DL 'Samsung Home Dock' app from the store. Now, since it's free, you wouldn't think it was so bad, until you find out itlooks for the specific samsung fingerprint in the build.prop in order to install (to DL from market as well, I just took the apk file from xda.) So, now I need to find a build.prop that will sneak me through this little speed bump. Shouldn't be hard, just not enough time to search it out tonight.
Fortunately, the speakers on the G2x are so bad ass, even w/o the addt'l speaker built into the dock, it still kicks it out.
I'll get pics posted tomorrow after work.
Over all, considering our options, I think it's a winner!
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Were you able to get the samsung home dock app working?
Any pics you were able to take of it?

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Were you able to get the samsung home dock app working?
Any pics you were able to take of it?
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Sorry, been swamped w/work. I've tried some customizing in the build.prop, but I don't have the experience to figure it out. So no go on the samsung app just yet, but I haven't given up.
As far as the pics, I've just got to UL to my computer to post them. Will do tonight.

Doesn't Mugen Battery offer one specifically for the O2x/G2x?

mumbojumbo01 said:
Were you able to get the samsung home dock app working?
Any pics you were able to take of it?
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Here are some pics of the dock, with and w/o my G2x in it. I want to apologize for the fingerprint smudges that are all over it... Who am I kidding, all that proves is how much I love this phone and use it.
Anyway, on w/the pics.
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Dock itself, sans phone[obviously]
rear view of dock. here you can see the built in speaker, speaker line out and the mini usb [power] connector.
A good [but very smudgy fingerprint-tastic] view of the phone in cradle.
This is a close up of the gap.
To be fair, as I've said in a previous post, I can set it on it's side while the phone is in and it doesn't sway at all due to how far in the usb connector fits. Still, I have to think it wouldn't be healthy to place it on it's side w/o some kind of cushion. I'm in the works of forming a silicone slide to custom fit it. Once I have time to do it right that is. I'll post pics after I'm done.
As far as getting the Samsung Desk Home to install, I still haven't figured out how to properly modify the build.prop to recognize it . I've got a post in the modding are of xda for assistance. The last thing I want to do is somehow brick my phone for a dock app [although I would LOOOOVE to be able to use that line out w/my google music beta as an alarm!] but no response yet.

[Q] Best Car mount for Desire HD?

Hi,
I have an universal 5$ car mount in my car, which it sticks to the windshield by Vacuum.
The vacuum suction is pretty good (comparing to my GPS other one which falls down after few minutes :\), it keeps stable for months.
But the spring arms which make pressure on both side of the mobile to hold it, are suckish.
The spring had broken 999 times and it gets really crappy (maybe a cause of the sun [its damn hot here])
So now I'm looking for a new one, I thought of universal or specificly for Desire HD,
I prefer universal so my mom and my brother will also be able to use it but if it downs the quality back to my old crap, it ain't worth it.
I'm open for any suggestion you got.
Thanks,
Yarden.

in my thread about my mazda 6 there was one who linked me a universal holder which looks to be good...
i have ordered it but havent recieved it yet
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1124985

ah the sticky one?
I'm not sure about it, I've seen an explanation video about it and the describer lady when she plugged the phone to it, she pressed so hard to make it sticks,
I don't think that's a pleasure daily mission for me.. :\

I use a Brodit and have done for about the last 5 phones i've had! they are specific to your phone & car though so not much use to your other family members. You buy it in 2 parts, a mount specifically for you car, and a holder specific to the model of your phone. If you upgrade phone, you just buy a new holder for the phone. They are superb quality and hold your phone rock solid.
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steve75dhd said:
I use a Brodit and have done for about the last 5 phones i've had! they are specific to your phone & car though so not much use to your other family members. You buy it in 2 parts, a mount specifically for you car, and a holder specific to the model of your phone. If you upgrade phone, you just buy a new holder for the phone. They are superb quality and hold your phone rock solid.
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happy owner.
+1

yes that is one of the options i also checked out. But in my car - it's either going to cover the vents or sit somewhere i don't like - so i opted for the universal one - which the gf also can use for her wildfire

Smirge said:
yes that is one of the options i also checked out. But in my car - it's either going to cover the vents or sit somewhere i don't like - so i opted for the universal one - which the gf also can use for her wildfire
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you can use the brodit mount with a herbert richter goose mount. I've done this before with my PDA and it works a treat. Unfortunately I've already binned it as I thought I would not use it since I've sold my PDA. But now I'm looking to make another one.

Can you give me a link for this brodnik mount please?
I barely find something in eBay.

mcjordan92 said:
Can you give me a link for this brodnik mount please?
I barely find something in eBay.
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Direc linking does not work so Just go to
http://www.brodit.com/
and search for desire hd.

well it seems very quality and solid.
Unfortunately after long time surfing and finding out that's a worth buying something, I realize this site doesn't sell it, and as I understand it doesn't sell it for my country (Israel)
Is there any other option to buy it from somewhere else? like ebay / amazon?
btw, I have mitsubishi lancer 05, and of course Desire HD

thanks for the tip !

Hi mcjordan92
mcjordan92 said:
well it seems very quality and solid.
Unfortunately after long time surfing and finding out that's a worth buying something, I realize this site doesn't sell it, and as I understand it doesn't sell it for my country (Israel)
Is there any other option to buy it from somewhere else? like ebay / amazon?
btw, I have mitsubishi lancer 05, and of course Desire HD
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Have you asked DSL Developments, if they will export to your country? they also have these links:- Our Brodit Friends Page that might help you.
You could ask the same of this company, if they will export to your country:- MobileFun.co.uk:- Brodit Accessories
Take Care
TheQuest

Haicom is the BEST car craddle for Desire HD. Look for the thread opened weeks ago here

Thank you...

I have the brodit car mount. Works really well.
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I have one of these and they are REALLY good and i can swap between my iphone, and android phones without any issues
http://www.exogear.com/products-exomount-car-mount-holder.html
They are just under £15 inc delivery

A|ex said:
I have one of these and they are REALLY good and i can swap between my iphone, and android phones without any issues
http://www.exogear.com/products-exomount-car-mount-holder.html
They are just under £15 inc delivery
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That looks interesting, is it made of plastic, and can you mount the DHD in portrait mode without slipping off the clip?

A|ex said:
I have one of these and they are REALLY good and i can swap between my iphone, and android phones without any issues
http://www.exogear.com/products-exomount-car-mount-holder.html
They are just under £15 inc delivery
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wow, thats amazing product
so simple and brilliant. I want to buy it.
Where do you see it in 15 euro? the cheapest I saw is (like the original website) 30$ US

RAM Desire mount any use?
I have used the RAM arm for something else in the car but the mount is good.
You can get spares too for it from the dealer or direct and other ends fit too. Just said else where got a desire case from them and a discount when checking out dunno if it will work outside the UK but "TESCO 1" worked when I just shopped for a desire case and iphone charger.
btw Tesco is a big UK shop not a dj
But hey worth a go to save a few $$$ or £££
Steve

Yeah but 95% of these "castom" mounts for HTC doesn't fit if I use silicone case,
And I got pretty massive one from case mate (its double protection, silicone + plastic)
So it ain't useful for me.
Any way I bought that clips universal holder of exogear (for 33$ free shipping), when it arrive ill feedback here if it worths

Tired of all the "iPad" comments. Suggest a sticker or decal here PLZKTHX! :)

Tired of all the "iPad" comments. Suggest a sticker or decal here PLZKTHX!
I'm tired of all the "iPad" comments I get with the HP TouchPad. I have it in the official case, so there is no HP logo to point to and some people totally don't get it when I tell them that it's not an iPad (as if they don't believe me). I'd like a sticker or decal of some kind that can head such comments off at the pass.
I figure we could collect suggestions in this thread for others with the same mindset.
Anyway, I'm thinking that something which could suggest dual-booting Android and WebOS would be ideal, but even a big, fat, "NOT an iPad!" sticker would work! Honestly, I don't like the CyanogenMod logos and such and will be replacing the animated boot logo with the XDA-Developers one soon, so I don't want a straight-up CM7 sticker or anything. Unfortunately, an "XDA-Developers" logo would just go over the target on-lookers' heads and wouldn't stop anything. Combining Android and WebOS stickers might work nicely.
The surface of the official Folio case is rubberized, so I'm not sure that most will stick well.

Agreed
I'm with you. I have the same issue. I actually bought and IPad 2 for my fiance, and I have a HPTP, dual booted as well. I would absolutely purchase if there was something created.

Yeah, I have thought about vinyl decals or lettering (bought online or at craft stores) depending on the surface of the case. I have thought of the simple star trek logo, or the following text: "Resistance is Futile", "antiPad", "webDROID", or similar.
Sent from my Galaxy S II (i777)

"1/5th the price of iPad"

Why not a generic Android sticker? Or is that too close to the CM logo? As far as people not getting it, couldnt you just show them the screen? Whether you're in Android or webOS, I'd think anyone familiar with an iPad could tell you werent holding one.

I don't know why, but I hate it when people ask me if it's an iPad. I know it's silly, but anytime someone asks me that, I look at them as if they just said something about my momma.

Jotokun said:
Why not a generic Android sticker? Or is that too close to the CM logo? As far as people not getting it, couldnt you just show them the screen? Whether you're in Android or webOS, I'd think anyone familiar with an iPad could tell you werent holding one.
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You're probably thinking about seeing it outside of the case. The only tell when in a case is the almost-invisible Home button. I've actually NEVER seen mine outside of the case! My twin brother put it in the original before I came home from work back in August. It actually fits in many iPad cases, so any obvious differences at first glance would appear to be just a case on an iPad. Anyone using the HP TouchPad in the official Folio case just looks like an iPad user with an unofficial case. As far as generic Android logos go, I just wanted the "ANDROID" lettering but I searched every eBay search result for "Android Sticker" and couldn't find one without Andy the Android. I think I'll have to just get one and cut ol' Andy off. Ultimately, something like this is what I am looking for:
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I don't know why, but I hate it when people ask me if it's an iPad. I know it's silly, but anytime someone asks me that, I look at them as if they just said something about my momma.
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Sounds like you are a prime candidate for a "NOT an iPad!" sticker.

I like that mock up.
A thought just occurred to me: for people to see that logo while using the device with the folio case on, you actually want the logo on the inside of the cover, so bent around the device its viewable. My case is still in the mail, would anything stick to the inside of the official HP case?
Don't most iPad cases have the hole in the back like iPhone cases, so you can see the apple? If you paid the apple tax, and no one else knows it, what's the point? (Side note: Love the new Samsung commercials "If it looks the same how will people know I upgraded?") Does that hole line up with the HP logo?

It's just the ignorance of people. We has a Samsung 10.1 at work the other day and some lady came in and said I didn't think you were allowed to have the competitions products in your store. It could be any tablet. They think it's an iPad. It's their marketing. When you say it's not an Apple iPad. Blows their mind.

quarlow said:
I like that mock up.
A thought just occurred to me: for people to see that logo while using the device with the folio case on, you actually want the logo on the inside of the cover, so bent around the device its viewable. My case is still in the mail, would anything stick to the inside of the official HP case?
Don't most iPad cases have the hole in the back like iPhone cases, so you can see the apple? If you paid the apple tax, and no one else knows it, what's the point? (Side note: Love the new Samsung commercials "If it looks the same how will people know I upgraded?") Does that hole line up with the HP logo?
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Well, the inner surface is made to be easy on the screen so, even if we could easily stick something to it, I would only stick something on it if it also had a screen protector installed. I threw on a Zagg Invisible Shield, so I'm good.

Someone seriously asked me if mine was a kindle or an iPad. I said kindle's don't have color screens (this was like 2 or 3 months ago). She was like 'they just announced the kindle fire, the are coming out next month!' It was like... yes, I'm showing off a prerelease device for you to see.
Some people are so dumb!

as already said here.. Apple did a Very...VERY good job Regarding their Marketing.. They obviously Wanted to Make everybody believe that the modern TabletPC was their Invention...und as you can See... They Succeeded..

I take no offense at all when people ask me if I have an iPad. I politely tell them that it's an HP Touchpad and I'm running a version of Google's Android OS on it.
Then again, maybe this is because I also realize that the Touchpad looks like an iPad, the iPad is the number one selling and most common tablet out their, most people don't read tech blogs, not everyone working in the IT/IS field, and because I'm not a ****.

doomsjay said:
I take no offense at all when people ask me if I have an iPad. I politely tell them that it's an HP Touchpad and I'm running a version of Google's Android OS on it.
Then again, maybe this is because I also realize that the Touchpad looks like an iPad, the iPad is the number one selling and most common tablet out their, most people don't read tech blogs, not everyone working in the IT/IS field, and because I'm not a ****.
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Neither do I and I often cringe when I hear so-called "techies" insulting users for being "stupid" just because they don't know some thing that anyone with a lick of sense would blame on poor UI design. I'm saying that explaining it repeatedly is taking a lot of time and detracting from my use and enjoyment of the gadget for something that a simple label may answer before the question is even asked.

I made these really quick. What do you guys think?
Its a png file so you should be able to take it to get it made into a sticker no problem.
Just watch out because andy's head and arms might be seperated in the sticker. Also the letters
So you have to be careful when applying it.
here is what they look like along with the full sizes so you can just right click and download.
The full sizes in the links are actually smaller than they appear because they are 300ppi. sizes are approximate.
2.5"x5.5"
http://i569.photobucket.com/albums/ss139/hayphotos/hpandroidlogo.png
2.5"x3"
http://i569.photobucket.com/albums/ss139/hayphotos/HPandroidtakeover.png
2"x6.5"
http://i569.photobucket.com/albums/ss139/hayphotos/androids.png

Fehnix22 said:
I made these really quick. What do you guys think?
Its a png file so you should be able to take it to get it made into a sticker no problem.
Just watch out because andy's head and arms might be seperated in the sticker. Also the letters
So you have to be careful when applying it.
here is what they look like along with the full sizes so you can just right click and download.
The full sizes in the links are actually smaller than they appear because they are 300ppi. sizes are approximate.
2.5"x5.5"
http://i569.photobucket.com/albums/ss139/hayphotos/hpandroidlogo.png
2.5"x3"
http://i569.photobucket.com/albums/ss139/hayphotos/HPandroidtakeover.png
2"x6.5"
http://i569.photobucket.com/albums/ss139/hayphotos/androids.png
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Awesome! Thank you very much. I take it that you couldn't find a vector WebOS logo?

CZroe said:
Awesome! Thank you very much. I take it that you couldn't find a vector WebOS logo?
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I was just lazy and stopped right there because it was 7am and i needed to go to sleep

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-BRz-_156SKQ/Tt2Zl-LEeYI/AAAAAAAAE3w/XN53RW1o13s/s912/100_1093.JPG
I do vinyl.. as a business... Let me know in a PM what you want and I'll cut it for you. Call it a trade... I love XDA and the community here, and use the tips tricks and ROMs found here on a lot of my devices.
All cuts will be one color only and sent first class. Larger, more complex cuts I might have to charge a bit for to cover materials. Overall I can cut 30"x120" tops so... Touchpad is no problem.
Let me know color, address, what you want. Email vinyl[at)morninglion(dawt]com as an option as well.
Thank you!

mine is all scratched up on the back already.. Decals would sexy it up real nice! I am so glad its not a 600$ scratched up touchpad LOL

Thinking of ordering from CaseFanatic..

Here's the case: http://www.casefanatic.com/samsung-2/galaxy-s4/coque-galaxy-s4-heavy-duty-magnetic-locking-metal/
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Thinking of getting the black version. Though I'm wondering if it's safe to order from them, since I've never tried before. Has anyone done so here? Also, I heard they jack up prices by as much as +$20, but I can't find the same item at eBay. If anyone knows a better site to order this from, please share.
P.S. Though I have seen this case for much cheaper at Aliexpress, I'm not ordering from them since they do not support PayPal, and I've heard many horrible stories from dealing with their merchants.
Thanks in advance!

It's at dx-box.com for around $30. And they do PayPal.

I don't see any speaker cut-outs, not sure how that would sound... Other than that, looks like a nice case, not sure if the case would interfere with Wifi and Signal though

jproy12 said:
I don't see any speaker cut-outs, not sure how that would sound... Other than that, looks like a nice case, not sure if the case would interfere with Wifi and Signal though
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It seems to work the same as the Element Eclipse case (routes the speaker hole to the front of the phone). As for signal, yeah, I'm aware of the issues with aluminum cases/bumpers. I'm willing to risk it since the case just looks so freaking sexy.
Btw, DX-BOX is legit, right? Because I'm ready to pull the trigger.

ArcticZero said:
It seems to work the same as the Element Eclipse case (routes the speaker hole to the front of the phone). As for signal, yeah, I'm aware of the issues with aluminum cases/bumpers. I'm willing to risk it since the case just looks so freaking sexy.
Btw, DX-BOX is legit, right? Because I'm ready to pull the trigger.
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Keep up updated, since it does look like a nice case! :good:

ArcticZero said:
It seems to work the same as the Element Eclipse case (routes the speaker hole to the front of the phone). As for signal, yeah, I'm aware of the issues with aluminum cases/bumpers. I'm willing to risk it since the case just looks so freaking sexy.
Btw, DX-BOX is legit, right? Because I'm ready to pull the trigger.
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As legit as aliexpress I'm guessing. I ordered from there before.

I've heard casefanatic is legit. Dx box I've heard of people never getting their items. There was two dudes in the element thread that said they never received their cases
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=45048835
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elflip88 said:
I've heard casefanatic is legit. Dx box I've heard of people never getting their items. There was two dudes in the element thread that said they never received their cases
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=45048835
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That's what PayPal is for.

ArcticZero said:
Here's the case: http://www.casefanatic.com/samsung-2/galaxy-s4/coque-galaxy-s4-heavy-duty-magnetic-locking-metal/
Thinking of getting the black version. Though I'm wondering if it's safe to order from them, since I've never tried before. Has anyone done so here? Also, I heard they jack up prices by as much as +$20, but I can't find the same item at eBay. If anyone knows a better site to order this from, please share.
P.S. Though I have seen this case for much cheaper at Aliexpress, I'm not ordering from them since they do not support PayPal, and I've heard many horrible stories from dealing with their merchants.
Thanks in advance!
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I've seen that case on ebay. Search for "saber s4 case". Looks nice but I have to wonder about how the signal strength may be affected. That and the weight.
What is strange is that a few of the auction descriptions say to take off the battery cover before using the case.

I'm willing to give it a shot. Ordered from DX-BOX two nights ago, and my order is listed as "processing". Already ready to make a PayPal dispute in case things get messy, though I hope it doesn't come to that.
I don't mind the weight either, since I like a bit of heft on my phones anyway and the S4 weighs virtually nothing.
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Words of advice. Casefanatic jacks prices up! And dont worry, you will get your order from DX-BOX

Xcor3 said:
Words of advice. Casefanatic jacks prices up! And dont worry, you will get your order from DX-BOX
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True that. Was really no contest when it came down to the price. Just waiting for my order to be shipped out. Still says "Processing" at the moment after two days.

Well it's been 5 days since my order, and it hasn't been shipped yet. Still says "Processing", when they replied back to my complaint saying they would ship 1-2 days after I sent them my message (it's been 4 days).
Thinking of filing a PayPal dispute if a week passes with no news. Not looking good so far.

UPDATE: Been more than a week since I placed my order, and still no tracking number. "Ray" has responded to my emails but hasn't given me a tracking number yet. I understand shipping delays and everything, but I don't even have a tracking number to work with.
Comment: Hello, I was wondering how long it takes for an order to be
"Processed". I ordered from you 2 days ago, and it still says,
"Processing". I have not received any notification if my item has
already been shipped or not.
hi, i apologize for the inconvenience, we 'll start shipping in 1-2 days
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Comment: Hello, it's been 2 days since your last email, and 5 days
since I placed my order. It still says "Processing". Why has it not
been shipped yet?
hi,you order has been shipped out in Oct 3, Delivery time 7 - 15 working days
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Comment: May I at least have the tracking number for my package? I did
pay the extra $2.
hi,you order has been shipped out, i apologize for the inconvenience,China is holiday, we will send tracking number tomorrow
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Comment: Hello, it's been more than a day now since I last emailed
about my tracking number. On an email before that, you mentioned the
item had already been shipped on Oct 3, but last time you said it was
a holiday in China so I assume it hasn't been shipped yet. But if it
has, may I please have my tracking number now?
I don't have any news about my order. I might have to open a PayPal
dispute if I don't get any news. I don't want to do that, since I'm
still hoping this goes through smoothly and without issue.
Thanks.
hi,I apologize for the inconvenience,for some reason the shipping delays, customs, etc..please wait a few days
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I think casefanatic can't be trusted
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=46295553&postcount=313

Ah yes, the old Chinese Holidays, shipping delays and customs excuses
But in this instance, it appears to be true regarding the Chinese Holiday scheduling. See 2013:
http://www.travelchinaguide.com/essential/holidays/calendar.htm
But should still have gotten a tracking number....

Hey guys!
I just ordered a metal battery door replacement for my GS4 from Casefanatic. I have to say it looks absolutely gorgeous, but functionality went down the drain. I get really bad reception with the metal back battery door.
http://www.casefanatic.com/samsung-...s4/samsung-galaxy-s4-metal-back-plate-case-2/
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That being said, I'm only assuming that their metal cases may give the same problem, but I may be wrong.
On another note, I bought TWO battery doors since they had some sale going on. The battery doors are essentially plastic doors with a thin metal sheet glued onto them. I ordered two black, they sent me one white and one black.
After contacting customer service...
Hello Eugene,
Sorry, it seems we do not have the black frames, so they sent the white frames instead, without notifying me.
If you wish to return them, please return the case, using any standard cheap post $2 - $12, to:
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We will refund you once we receive the case.
Regards,
Charlotte - Casefanatic.com
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So because of this and the fact that my connectivity gets cut, I will be sending them back.
They are overseas (China), so shipping takes a while. Customer service seems fairly speedy however. I got a response back within the same day, so they don't seem so bad!
Although I have to pay for shipping to refund the thing, at least I'll get most of my money back. Hopefully the refund process goes smooth. I'll let you guys know!
-Gene
EDIT: To the above posts with that whole "Processing" thing on the tracking website. I had the exact same thing. It said "Processing" for about a week, then suddenly showed up at my door. But whatever.. I'm hoping this refund thing goes down smooth...

Still waiting for my item to arrive. At least the tracking number finally works now. Apparently it's still at customs in Beijing. Last update was 5 whole days ago too.

still waiting?
ArcticZero said:
Still waiting for my item to arrive. At least the tracking number finally works now. Apparently it's still at customs in Beijing. Last update was 5 whole days ago too.
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are you still waiting? i just order from them a case that I couldnt find anywhere else Galaxy Note 4 Verus Iron Shield Metal Bumper + Back Case (blue)
hopping they wont scam me.

Post pictures of the case when you get it please.

Lovin this Aluminum case with clear back for my Piexl 4 Xl

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So I got this case cause I loved the design, needed protection for my 4XL and the look of the red with the black. First off I wasn’t expecting such a solid case for the price that I paid !! This is up there with much more expensive brands quality wise for 1/2 the price. Install was simple enough and the buttons are clicky and all ports perfectly aligned. Squeeze to activate Google assistant works like always and the “lip” around the Rear camera and front of the phone offer great drop protection. Along with a tempered glass this is all I need to keep my phone pristine. My favorite part is how the audio is channeled to the front once the case is applied so it enhanced the media watching experience and now I can’t cover the sound when watching in landscape . Amazing job !!
You guys should get one. too!
Link: https://www.schnailcase.com/collections/pixel4xl/products/saviour-series-google-pixel-4xl-case

jinshanghaiaraol said:
So I got this case cause I loved the design, needed protection for my 4XL and the look of the red with the black. First off I wasn’t expecting such a solid case for the price that I paid !! This is up there with much more expensive brands quality wise for 1/2 the price. Install was simple enough and the buttons are clicky and all ports perfectly aligned. Squeeze to activate Google assistant works like always and the “lip” around the Rear camera and front of the phone offer great drop protection. Along with a tempered glass this is all I need to keep my phone pristine. My favorite part is how the audio is channeled to the front once the case is applied so it enhanced the media watching experience and now I can’t cover the sound when watching in landscape . Amazing job !!
You guys should get one. too!
Link: https://www.schnailcase.com/collections/pixel4xl/products/saviour-series-google-pixel-4xl-case
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You're literally the guy who posted the ad about giving out free cases for Amazon reviews.
You could at least just state that and then give the review from your eyes instead of pretending like you're a regular user of the case.

ilal2ielli said:
You're literally the guy who posted the ad about giving out free cases for Amazon reviews.
You could at least just state that and then give the review from your eyes instead of pretending like you're a regular user of the case.
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Dude, I am not working for them.
I have been their reviewer for a while. The founder is cool and nice, we are close at twitter.
They contacted me that they need someone to post a sponsored thread will get sticky up in the form.
The case is greata! trust me!

jinshanghaiaraol said:
Dude, I am not working for them.
I have been their reviewer for a while. The founder is cool and nice, we are close at twitter.
They contacted me that they need someone to post a sponsored thread will get sticky up in the form.
The case is greata! trust me!
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dude...
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kellybrf said:
dude...
Sent from my Pixel 4 XL using Tapatalk
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Dude, I received the case. The case is legit.
Leave the poor guy alone, even he works for them, I am glad to have a free case.;p;

We'll see I have been "selected" to review one of these(sadly not the one with red on it. I have no problem saying if it's legit or not

SuperLeakTX said:
Dude, I received the case. The case is legit.
Leave the poor guy alone, even he works for them, I am glad to have a free case.;p;
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it may be, and honestly mine is arriving today, but if you're going to post about a product then you need to be upfront about how you acquired it and not come in hot spouting bull**** about how it's the greatest thing and that people should buy it. then get defensive when someone calls out your bull****

It's a scam. Long story short, they make you buy the case (and a ****ty water bottle) and claim they'll refund you via PayPal.
Here's what they sent me:
And the link to their sleazy webpage.

Samg381 said:
It's a scam. Long story short, they make you buy the case (and a ****ty water bottle) and claim they'll refund you via PayPal.
Here's what they sent me:
And the link to their sleazy webpage.
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Just to clarify one point, not saying their approach is sleazy or not, but they send the money before you order it. They are lying about a lot of things, but free is free. And I will give an honest review.

I can confirm they are not a scam I got the emails and then received the payment to my PayPal. I don't work for them and I'm not affiliated. I have ordered the case and the bottles to which I am actually gonna use the bottles. I have an idea. Will update when I get the items in.

Samg381 said:
It's a scam. Long story short, they make you buy the case (and a ****ty water bottle) and claim they'll refund you via PayPal.
Here's what they sent me:
And the link to their sleazy webpage.
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I just got the same email word for word the other day. It took so long for a reply from them that I already bought an awesome tech21 smokey black case and a cheaper case when I first got the phone. I'm definitely going to pass on this. Never heard of having to buy something completely unrelated and having them pay for both but give a review for a case it's just too weird.
and I think the guys got like 3 threads about a case on here already.
But to each their own I guess and it all depends how far someone is willing to go to get something for free lol.

Samg381 said:
It's a scam. Long story short, they make you buy the case (and a ****ty water bottle) and claim they'll refund you via PayPal.
Here's what they sent me:
And the link to their sleazy webpage.
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You are acting like a troll!

wolfu11 said:
I just got the same email word for word the other day. It took so long for a reply from them that I already bought an awesome tech21 smokey black case and a cheaper case when I first got the phone. I'm definitely going to pass on this. Never heard of having to buy something completely unrelated and having them pay for both but give a review for a case it's just too weird.
and I think the guys got like 3 threads about a case on here already.
But to each their own I guess and it all depends how far someone is willing to go to get something for free lol.
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it's actually not uncommon. the fact that they pay first is not normal

The first thread is shady as it can be trying to game Amazon's algorithms, but seems "legit" as far as it goes.
THIS thread, on the other hand, is just spamming the forum. Dude doesn't love the case he got for his Pixel 4 XL, he's putting another thread to get more eyes on the product in a different section of the P4XL forum. It's the definition of spam.

I've dealt with a few different companies producing phone accessories who offer them for free in return for reviews. I make a point to clarify ahead of time that I am happy to review their products, but won't be altering my reviews in any way just because the product was received for free and most seem happy with that. With one of these companies, they've even become my go-to for any phone cables or chargers I buy (I'm looking at you, CHOETECH.)
The whole process here felt a bit different and off, in a very bad way, than the process of ordering/reviewing accessories from those with whom I've dealt in the past. Most are fairly honest about where they're from and I have no problem with Chinese phone accessories, but I was less comfortable with this at first especially because of the requirement to purchase another item I wasn't even interested in (the Favonian travel bottle set) and due to the writing style of the e-mails, included photocopy of a handwritten note (which kinda defeats the purpose of making it seem more personal in my opinion), and the name attached to the funds transferred to me on PayPal, this doesn't seem like a company from Frisco, Texas to me. I'll also note here that the (rather cheap) packaging for the case itself states it was "Designed in DFW Texas", but "Made in China".
One user in this thread also mentioned that this whole deal seems designed to manipulate the Amazon recommendation system. The process includes searching for the product using specific keywords, asking a question to create buzz about the product, and adding it to a community idea list as well as ordering it along the aforementioned Favonian product. That's where things begin to feel especially uncomfortable for me. I see nothing wrong with receiving a product for free in exchange for an unbiased review and even if I have an issue, I'm happy to give a company the chance to rectify it and earn the positive review they're seeking.
However, I have both products in my hand, was issued a PayPal payment before making the purchase, and do like the case. It's big and assembly wasn't the easiest (I don't really see this as a flaw- cases that go on easy are often the same ones that will fly off the moment a phone drops), but the case itself is solid and seems like it'd do a good job protecting my Pixel 4XL from falls. Audio output and microphone input work fine, despite another poster previously mentioning he/she didn't see any holes (there are spaces on the front for audio) and it doesn't conflict with the glass screen protector I already had. Honestly the travel bottle thing seems pretty cool too. If I actually traveled much, I might use it.
This wasn't a scam, at least in my case, though I'd also be lying if I said the experience was comfortable. It felt less like they were seeking honest reviews and more like they were hiring us to act as operatives to bring more visibility to their products. That said, when I post a review, it will be about the product itself, as it is a product review, not a seller review or a customer service review.

I don't like ads masquerading as legit postings from real users who spent their real money on a product. The OP is misleading in several ways and I don't do business with misleading outfits. I'm not reporting because I'm not the forum police but the post violates forum policy and should probably be locked/taken down. And fix the ad before you post it again, very unprofessional.