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Anyone else got the official HTC Hero Cradle?
Mine just arrived and whilst it looks good there are a few faults..
It collects fingerprints like mad, and the bigger problem.. because of the chin on the hero it stands too straight upright.. it needs to be laid back a little more to make it easier to read if its in front of you on a desk.
It wouldn't be a problem on any phone thats straight (the cradle is universal and can have little adapters fitted for a few different HTC models).. but because of the curve of the chin the usb socket points at a weird angle.
I've got the cradle. It does collect fingerprints like mad, but the angle doesn't bother me at all.
the angle doesnt bother me. trying to get it out of the cradle bothers me. seems so difficult to pull out or even put in for that matter. will this ease up the more i use it?
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the angle doesnt bother me. trying to get it out of the cradle bothers me. seems so difficult to pull out or even put in for that matter. will this ease up the more i use it?
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Yes it will.
must say I'm pretty dissapointed with accessories for Hero. Official cradle seems to expensive, and to find cheaper one that has audio output on it? asking too much.
http://cgi.ebay.com/USB-AC-Dual-Bat...wItemQQptZPDA_Accessories?hash=item414c23acfb
looks like this can be it. but, can any cradle be used if the phone is in "soft silicon gel case cover" ?
Dac0908 said:
must say I'm pretty dissapointed with accessories for Hero. Official cradle seems to expensive, and to find cheaper one that has audio output on it? asking too much.
http://cgi.ebay.com/USB-AC-Dual-Bat...wItemQQptZPDA_Accessories?hash=item414c23acfb
looks like this can be it. but, can any cradle be used if the phone is in "soft silicon gel case cover" ?
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I bought that cradle and it's a piece of sh*t!
It's huge and doesn't even charge the phone sometimes. Stay away!
bunt83 said:
I bought that cradle and it's a piece of sh*t!
It's huge and doesn't even charge the phone sometimes. Stay away!
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I had one of these for another HTC phone (I can't even remember which now) and you need to have DC5V and USB both connected to reliably charge. And come on it's not that big
As for the official cradle, yes it is pretty expensive but it is very well made and don't forget it is universal - so you can just replace the adapter when you change to another HTC phone, ala iPod docks. Don't think it fits the Nexus One though? Or maybe just not yet.
ok thanx
I thought that it would be an easy thing to find. and cheap. but it's not really, looking at iSomething accessories, well... it's very hard to compare. There is iEverythingYouCanThinkOf, but only one or two models of HTC compatible docks with audio output. that's sad.
As long as the dock has a proper HTC ExtUSB connector on it and not just mini-usb you can get audio out easily from any of them.
Grab an Ext USB 3-in-1 Splitter from ebay (They look like this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=57219&d=1194430021)
And plug into the dock.. thats what I did when I was using my kaiser dock before I bought the official one.
yes that was my plan
but noone said anything about docking a Hero with silicon gel protection on it? it's only about 2mm thick but will it fit? hmm...
Dac0908 said:
yes that was my plan
but noone said anything about docking a Hero with silicon gel protection on it? it's only about 2mm thick but will it fit? hmm...
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hello, anyone?
Dac0908 said:
must say I'm pretty dissapointed with accessories for Hero. Official cradle seems to expensive, and to find cheaper one that has audio output on it? asking too much.
http://cgi.ebay.com/USB-AC-Dual-Bat...wItemQQptZPDA_Accessories?hash=item414c23acfb
looks like this can be it. but, can any cradle be used if the phone is in "soft silicon gel case cover" ?
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I think that it does support audio out. See this: http://www.mtpdata.dk/htc/htc-hero/cradle-dockingstation-til-htc-hero-med-pladsslot.html the website is danish but look at the pictures.
Looks nice, I sure wish Sprint would have left the CDMA Hero alone.
i'm using this one
http://www.mugen-power-batteries.co...radle-with-2nd-battery-slot-for-htc-hero.html
good cradle !!
Lucaryholt said:
I think that it does support audio out. See this: http://www.mtpdata.dk/htc/htc-hero/cradle-dockingstation-til-htc-hero-med-pladsslot.html the website is danish but look at the pictures.
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Yeah it has audio out + room for an extra battery
From the site :
- Docking Station / Cradle for HTC Hero
(with USB cable + power cable)
NoteThis dock only fits HTC HERO , and not to other HTC smartphones / phones!
Docking Station / Cradle for synchronization of data (between phone and PC) and to charge your HTC HERO and / or extra battery.
Besides that, this dock also separate Audio-Out port!
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Lucaryholt said:
I think that it does support audio out. See this: http://www.mtpdata.dk/htc/htc-hero/cradle-dockingstation-til-htc-hero-med-pladsslot.html the website is danish but look at the pictures.
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hey man! thanks a bunch. my thing is, i dont know s**t of danish exept for dryer and kierkegaard.
does that website sell to portugal? that dock is awesome.
kudos
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/AIO-DELUXE-BA...ories_MobilePhoneChargers&hash=item2557d93076
A bit expensive for me though... xd
RCOO said:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/AIO-DELUXE-BA...ories_MobilePhoneChargers&hash=item2557d93076
A bit expensive for me though... xd
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dang, man! shure is deluxe. even prettier than official cradle. and also a bit expensive for us in this corner of europe... )=
hello everybody
Hi
Does anyone know if there is someone that makes a bike (handelbars) holder for the Blackstone?
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I did find some on with google search, but does anyone have any experience??
yesterday, i have ordered this:
http://www.dantotec.de/shop/Richter...HD-T8282-Blackstone-100-inkl-Halteschale.html
now i have to wait for delivery
Please post your experience when you have tried it.
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Hi, I am interessted in a solid Bike holder too and was looking for the whole day. I found this in ebay germany, the producer is Haicom, tomorrow I will order.
I want to use it only in landscape mode and for me it looks appropriate for this. The only thing is that I don't trust the connection between the HTC cradle and the Handlebar attachment, so perhaps I have to stick it with instant glue, but all the other holders I saw don't have such big retaining clips in the cradle like this one.
also interested
Guys
I'm very interested in this too, looking forward to hearing experiences from you. I need to retire my Ortleib pouch!
my experience so far
The cradle i ordered is a little bit bigger then the touch hd and the connection between handlebar attachment and the cradle is a little bit unsteady like i thought but no problem. I sticked felt pads on it and its very very solid now, also a good method to avoid scratches. I've made a little video that you can see how solid this is now. So I think this is a good one only after you stick those felt pads.
Sweet it looks pretty sturdy.. If you can get it to stay in one place on the handel bars then thats the one for me
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I've mounted the cradle on my bicycle, it doesn't move from its place.
There is a rubber layer at the attachment.
Today i have received my bike holder (http://www.dantotec.de/shop/Richter...HD-T8282-Blackstone-100-inkl-Halteschale.html)
it looks realy safe (not testet in action)
i have "shaked" the holder with my touch hd over my bed and it dont pull out (i hope you know what i mean ^^)
and the size is very good, not too small and not too big "like a second skin"
in the package you get also 3 rubber for more security...
i think i can recommend this bike holder
i wait for this (cause its not in stock): http://www.dantotec.de/product_sear...417fff&query=HRI01686&x=30&y=17&channel=001_0
this product is recommended from the manufactorer, it should guarantee more stability...
I have combined this:
http://www.amazon.de/Motorradhalterung-für-Lenkstange-inkl-Schwanenhals/dp/B000RGVNK8/ref=pd_cp_ce_2
(I do not have the space for the HD directly over my handle so I needed some distance...)
with that:
http://www.amazon.de/HR-Klemmbacken...=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&s=ce-de&qid=1274939042&sr=1-3
(Had this one already for my car.)
I did not buy them from amazon (I forgot where I got them), but they are original from HR.
Just an advice: The first time I used my device on the bike, I lost my stylus - it must have gotten loose due to some vibrations, and it was only on a paved bike path, not cross country-like vibrations...
So better remove your stylus or find some way to fix it.
I had the luck that it was on my way to work, and it waited for me to pick it up on my way back not far from my home...
The Whistler
Ebay is perfect for this stuff.
la3bna said:
Hi
Does anyone know if there is someone that makes a bike (handelbars) holder for the Blackstone?
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I did find some on with google search, but does anyone have any experience??
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hello la3bmna
i have this one http://www.otterbox.com/pda-cases/1900-series/1900-series-pda-case/ is a cracking unit
jez
A cradle for a bike with exposed screen like that is asking for trouble. If you go over a bad road or bump etc it can become lose or if you are in a crash there is no protection. I found its safer to get one of them arm band phone protectors and strap it down. seems to work for me
A|ex said:
A cradle for a bike with exposed screen like that is asking for trouble. If you go over a bad road or bump etc it can become lose or if you are in a crash there is no protection. I found its safer to get one of them arm band phone protectors and strap it down. seems to work for me
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learn how to ride a bike and dont crash and it cant come loose
jayjay101 said:
The cradle i ordered is a little bit bigger then the touch hd and the connection between handlebar attachment and the cradle is a little bit unsteady like i thought but no problem. I sticked felt pads on it and its very very solid now, also a good method to avoid scratches. I've made a little video that you can see how solid this is now. So I think this is a good one only after you stick those felt pads.
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Wich clip did you order with your haicom Bike Holder? I cannt find a T8282 version?
I have ordered that bike holder for the HTC Touch HD (T8282), just take a look once again. It is definitly from Haicom for the Touch HD
... I found the designation for the clip its "HI-027"
jayjay101 said:
I have ordered that bike holder for the HTC Touch HD (T8282), just take a look once again. It is definitly from Haicom for the Touch HD
... I found the designation for the clip its "HI-027"
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I can only find the carholder for the T8282, not the bikeholder.
Seems to me that no one sells this bike holder in Netherlands. Here is an ebay seller in Germany, you can order there if you don't mind.
http://cgi.ebay.de/Fahrradhalter-Ha...482571585&po=&ps=63&clkid=7404611744228772107
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Seems to me that no one sells this bike holder in Netherlands. Here is an ebay seller in Germany, you can order there if you don't mind.
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jorisdekloris said:
I can only find the carholder for the T8282, not the bikeholder.
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I bought a bikeholder at Saturn. They have several bikeholders from Hama and not expensive. Mine is even waterproof.
eddyve said:
I bought a bikeholder at Saturn. They have several bikeholders from Hama and not expensive. Mine is even waterproof.
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I'll take a look in the Saturn.
jayjay101 said:
Seems to me that no one sells this bike holder in Netherlands. Here is an ebay seller in Germany, you can order there if you don't mind.
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If i cant find one in the Saturn i'll order one from Germany.
Thanks for the both of you.
hello guys! As I go through my research on getting a case that is just meant for my g-tab, finally after a long browsing and searching, it is already available in Amazon! (mostly good for U.S. consumers)
Attached are the pics which I uploaded for you guys to see. Also, it looks like it just came out so there's no reviews yet or maybe I'll be the first one who will write the review!
Will give this a try in Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/Viewsonic-G-t...1O/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1296174001&sr=8-12
Oh man, just days after I placed my order on the sloooowwww boat from China (on the other hand it gives me something to look forward to next month besides more snow).
anjenaire said:
Oh man, just days after I placed my order on the sloooowwww boat from China (on the other hand it gives me something to look forward to next month besides more snow).
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LOL! I hate that snow! See that's the thing, I am a bit skeptical doing online purchases outside US... not that I don't trust them but might as well wait till it's available in US market, plus on top of that is you can track them but I hope u'll get yours on time! Give an update if it works well on you.
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hello guys! As I go through my research on getting a case that is just meant for my g-tab, finally after a long browsing and searching, it is already available in Amazon! (mostly good for U.S. consumers)
Attached are the pics which I uploaded for you guys to see. Also, it looks like it just came out so there's no reviews yet or maybe I'll be the first one who will write the review!
Will give this a try in Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/Viewsonic-G-t...1O/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1296174001&sr=8-12
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Purchase two from China back in December. Works perfectly.
How well does this hold the GTab? Has it ever fallen out on you?
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LOL! I hate that snow! See that's the thing, I am a bit skeptical doing online purchases outside US... not that I don't trust them but might as well wait till it's available in US market, plus on top of that is you can track them but I hope u'll get yours on time! Give an update if it works well on you.
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Funny they are apparently relocating the tab just like everyone has been doing here. So you pay $10 extra to get someone to mess up with your brand new case with an exacto knife and hot glue
Hope they pre-modded some in advance and you guy don't need to wait for them to get it all the way from china do the mod and then pass it your way.
thats true...at least if I'm not satisfied I can return it easily to Amazon.
I also got the skinomi skin protector so if this case will scratch my screen,I'll be able to tell. I also hope it will hold the tablet well enough.
rapcon said:
Purchase two from China back in December. Works perfectly.
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Did it get any scratches in ur screen? Does it holds the tab ok?
Thanks for the heads-up on this. I thought about ordering one from ebay, but Amazon is so much easier to deal with, and Florida is soooo much closer than China!
Any have any experiences working the keyboard on this case?
Wenger case
Bought a protective soft carrying case at Best Buy that fits perfectly - it's a Wenger (has the red cross logo). Just took my G Tab in and experimented till I found the right fit. http://www.wengerna.com/search/results.php
Great for travel, but sounds like the Amazon deal may be better.
Purchased the one on Amazon. Ordered Friday and received Monday. Works as advertised. Tab moved from blocking USB. Patch looks great and well done. USB cable more than long enough. This is a WINNER!!!
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Any have any experiences working the keyboard on this case?
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I got mine today, tested the keyboard and works fine. Give it a try
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Purchased the one on Amazon. Ordered Friday and received Monday. Works as advertised. Tab moved from blocking USB. Patch looks great and well done. USB cable more than long enough. This is a WINNER!!!
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I got mine today, keyboard works okay. Now I can be more productive typing on my G-tab... wish it comes with a mouse though but either way I'm satisfied, the price is okay for this case with a keyboard, USB and a stick.
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How well does this hold the GTab? Has it ever fallen out on you?
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This case holds the G-tab well. It has the magnetic snap so it won't fall on you. Got mine today, Im satisified with it. Keyboard works too.
here's a quick review i wrote up for androidforums.
-nice material, well made
-keyboard works flawlessly with VEGAn (i didn't even get a prompt, just plug and play)
-keyboard functions will run android commands (i.e. windows button = android menu button)
-stand holds it at a great angle for viewing (this is a must, especially with our screens)
-does not cover any accessory ports (micro/mini USB, headphones, charger) or buttons (power, volume, etc.)
-DOES cover part of left side speaker and all of right side speaker (although you can still hear them)
-no plastic bracket to hold top of tablet (uses the magnetic closing strap to keep it in while upside down which concerns me slightly, although the magnet is fairly strong)
-included stylus does not work (duh)
all in all, i would certainly recommend this case. i am pretty sure that the only comparable ones out for the g-tab right now are $10-15 more than i paid through amazon, do not include a keyboard, and ship from China.
i have much better pics than the ones on Amazon, but i can't post them yet. [email protected] newbie mode!
Case Update
winkzone said:
LOL! I hate that snow! See that's the thing, I am a bit skeptical doing online purchases outside US... not that I don't trust them but might as well wait till it's available in US market, plus on top of that is you can track them but I hope u'll get yours on time! Give an update if it works well on you.
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Received it today! (17th of January to the 2nd) Looks good, keyboard works, modified for the Gtablet (http://witglobal.com/goods-2286-10i...for+Viewsonic+Gtablet+10+-+Free+Shipping.html) so the tablet slides into case from right to left. The left support covers the mini-USB but the USB port is available. Keypad works fine. Case sits a little too upright but I can deal. For $25 delivered it works pretty well. i also received my suction cup holder (http://witglobal.com/goods-2005-Car...nic+Gtablet+10+Car+holder+-Free+Shipping.html) and it is a little less impressive. Currently suctioned to my desk. The arms cradle the unit securely but stick out about 1 inch beyond the face. I will probably put a little velcro to secure it a little better. Not overly happy about the fit but for $20 I might be able to modify it to work. It does swivel nicely which helps for viewing angles.
These along with the dock I received, I think I have all the accessories with the exception of an HDMI cable.
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Received it today! (17th of January to the 2nd) Looks good, keyboard works, modified for the Gtablet (witglobal) so the tablet slides into case from right to left. The left support covers the mini-USB but the USB port is available. Keypad works fine.
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So this is the same case from witglobal but $10 more?
correct me if I am wrong but the case witglobal looks to good to go with no modding needed now right?
Thanks for the help
These along with the dock I received, I think I have all the accessories with the exception of an HDMI cable.
Amazon case
Looks really good, BUT Amazon now says on-order, unknown when back in stock. I am very new to the gtab and still using as it came from the box, a little afraid to try and do to much to it. May just wait for honeycomb.
Hey~ I just brought a gtablet from woot last week~ it is cool~
1. now I want to buy a case for it? so which case most of you are using now? and where I can buy it?
2. I want to buy a keyboard too...and now I am using the rom TNT Lite 4.4.0~ so which keyboard can be supported by this rom (including the usb keyboard and Bluetooth keyboard)? and where I can buy it?
thank you very much!!!
You can read up on this thread for info about several custom cases for our gTabs.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1013799
And then go to Steve's web store at http://www.electroniccrap.com and see if he has them in stock to order. I would suggest you get on his mailing list there so you will know when he's got new stock coming in.
As for keyboards, there are several that work. About any usb keyboard will work but certain bluetooth keyboards require extra software sometimes to connect.
Take a moment and use the SEARCH feature of this accessories section and you will find all the information you are wanting for this.
At the moment I am using the CLIP case and love it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1015853
I also did a video review of it.
hey ~ thanks! where you brought it? from ebay?http://cgi.ebay.com/10inch-Case-USB-keyboard-Viewsonic-Gtablet-10-/320670632482?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4aa9758a22#ht_4875wt_905
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another question, whether this case can grasp gtablet tightly??? I means that is it easy to slide out of the case?
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hey ~ thanks! where you brought it? from ebay?http://cgi.ebay.com/10inch-Case-USB-keyboard-Viewsonic-Gtablet-10-/320670632482?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4aa9758a22#ht_4875wt_905
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Do not buy the case in your eBay link. I've had one before and it is a piece of junk. While does work, it looks and feels really cheap and doesn't hold the gTab securely at all and let's it slide around a lot.
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another question, whether this case can grasp gtablet tightly??? I means that is it easy to slide out of the case?
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If you're asking about the CLIP case I mentioned in my earlier post then the answer is yes. It holds the gTab very securely.
If you're asking about the usb keyboard case in your first post then no. It lets the gTab slide around a lot.
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Do not buy the case in your eBay link. I've had one before and it is a piece of junk. While does work, it looks and feels really cheap and doesn't hold the gTab securely at all and let's it slide around a lot.
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Well, the holding pieces are made of metal. So, you can bend it until it fits your gtab. You don't want it too tight either or you can't take it out. You need to find your happy medium.
You know why it feels really cheap? Because it is really cheap. For some of us, it works just fine. I go back and forth between a lab and my home. I don't need something that looks like a $300 case to impress anyone.
But again, if it doesn't fit your gtab, all you need to do is bend the metal pieces until it fits. Be creative, man. Isn't that the spirit of modding?
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Well, the holding pieces are made of metal. So, you can bend it until it fits your gtab. You don't want it too tight either or you can't take it out. You need to find your happy medium.
You know why it feels really cheap? Because it is really cheap. For some of us, it works just fine. I go back and forth between a lab and my home. I don't need something that looks like a $300 case to impress anyone.
But again, if it doesn't fit your gtab, all you need to do is bend the metal pieces until it fits. Be creative, man. Isn't that the spirit of modding?
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If you get lucky and receive the one that has the left tab moved down so it doesn't block the usb port then sure you can bend the metal to make it hold a little bit better but not much better. Most of the people that have ordered this case from eBay or another site get the one that you have to remove the left tab to access the usb port so there's nothing there to tighten up.
I don't need a $300 case either. I'm pretty happy with a $45 case I got from it2steve's web store.
Amazon was selling them (gtab case with keyboard) but ran out. I spent way to much time, but found the Manufacturer in Chine. They have fixed the tab possitions. Now the left tab is about the center of the gtab, and the other one is on top. They sell for $24.95 with free shipping. Note that it may take up to 30 days go get it:
http //witglobal com/goods-2286-10inch+Case+with+integrated+USB+keyboard+for+Viewsonic+Gtablet+10+-+Free+Shipping.html
Sorry, you will have to add a : and a . to the above url to make it work (I can't post links yet).
If you poke around on their site, you will find that they are still selling the ones that have the left tab up high for $14. I figured I could easily move the tab (I've see several posts about doing this), so I was going to order two of the $14 ones until I found that the shipping was not free. So I ended up ordered the one with the corrected tabs. Will see how long it takes to arrive.
goodintentions :
great review thanks! btw, where did u get that wallpaper?
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If you get lucky and receive the one that has the left tab moved down so it doesn't block the usb port then sure you can bend the metal to make it hold a little bit better but not much better. Most of the people that have ordered this case from eBay or another site get the one that you have to remove the left tab to access the usb port so there's nothing there to tighten up.
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Some of them were made for another tablet, so I'll give you that point about the tab not being in the right place. But your original criticism was about the gtab not fitting nice and tight in the case. My post was a response to that point and that point alone. The tabs are made of metal, so instead of throwing your hands up in the air and cry out "o lord o lord why hast thou abandoned me!?" you could have been a little creative and bend the metal tabs to your liking. Again, being creative is exactly what the modding community is about. 5 seconds to bend the metal tabs too long and hard work for you?
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goodintentions :
great review thanks! btw, where did u get that wallpaper?
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Google image something like "android eating apple blood".
thank you! I saw the website which you sent~ and it seem that there are still some problem with the right one(24.99$)~----there is still no tabs in the right edge of the case~ so the gtablet maybe slide out from the right side~~~
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Amazon was selling them (gtab case with keyboard) but ran out. I spent way to much time, but found the Manufacturer in Chine. They have fixed the tab possitions. Now the left tab is about the center of the gtab, and the other one is on top. They sell for $24.95 with free shipping. Note that it may take up to 30 days go get it:
http //witglobal com/goods-2286-10inch+Case+with+integrated+USB+keyboard+for+Viewsonic+Gtablet+10+-+Free+Shipping.html
Sorry, you will have to add a : and a . to the above url to make it work (I can't post links yet).
If you poke around on their site, you will find that they are still selling the ones that have the left tab up high for $14. I figured I could easily move the tab (I've see several posts about doing this), so I was going to order two of the $14 ones until I found that the shipping was not free. So I ended up ordered the one with the corrected tabs. Will see how long it takes to arrive.
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savage0 said:
thank you! I saw the website which you sent~ and it seem that there are still some problem with the right one(24.99$)~----there is still no tabs in the right edge of the case~ so the gtablet maybe slide out from the right side~~~
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If they put a tab on the right side, how are you going to slide it in?
Just ordered one of these from ebay? £20 with free delivery. Anyone got one? How good are they? Mine will be going in my van so I can use sygic for satnav and for music.
Let us know how it works, I have been looking for something like this for the exact reasons you are.
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woundedworld said:
Let us know how it works, I have been looking for something like this for the exact reasons you are.
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Hi Wounded.
Got the mount this morning. All I can say is, well worth the money. It has a long flexible stem, idea for long dashboards. Twin suction cups. The part where you put your transformer is removeable, leaving just the suction cups and stem in place. Came very well packaged and fast delivery.
I will post some pics tommmorrow. Works very well with Sygic. I plug mine in via 3.5mm jack lead to stereo and wifi tethered to phone.
Seg
[/B][/B]A couple of quick pics.I will post some more in van later.
Did you have the cracked windscreen before or after you attached to TF to it?
stevenlong said:
Did you have the cracked windscreen before or after you attached to TF to it?
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LMAO, they were there before. My boss is too tight to have it replaced.
The mount on the other hand works very well. Very pleased with it.
Seg
Seg2012 said:
Just ordered one of these from ebay? £20 with free delivery. Anyone got one? How good are they? Mine will be going in my van so I can use sygic for satnav and for music.
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Quality idea
The above wouldn't be legal in California, due to it being attached to the front windshield.
I've ordered this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004VG6LDE/ref=oh_o00_s01_i02_details
(Satechi ST-TP01 Car Holder Mount). It was $30 when I ordered it.
I'll let you know how it turns out.
sbliner said:
The above wouldn't be legal in California, due to it being attached to the front windshield.
I've ordered this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004VG6LDE/ref=oh_o00_s01_i02_details
(Satechi ST-TP01 Car Holder Mount). It was $30 when I ordered it.
I'll let you know how it turns out.
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That would be an issue here in the UK as it is in front of the heater grill and we need that grill for heating here, not air con,lol, thus it would heat up the Eeepad (not good)
Thats a good point about the heaters...but it depends where they are situated. The OP's setup would have the same issue if the vents were in the same spot.
sbliner said:
Thats a good point about the heaters...but it depends where they are situated. The OP's setup would have the same issue if the vents were in the same spot.
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I see what your saying here, and thought about this very issue when initially deciding where to place mine. I have now settled on a pretty central location with the base of the TF just above the display of the stereo. Vision is good, no obstructions. Having used it for a couple of days, I have now gone off the idea of using Sygic for Satnav and have changed to Co-Pilot and to be fair, seems to be working alot better. I was finding Sygic to be slightly behind when driving, not a great deal, but for a picky person like me, it was enough.
Hi man,
Was looking for something like this, your confinced me to buy also one, can't wait to get my hands on it. Much better then my 3.9 (or so) inch phone, thanks for the topic and the information!
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can't find it on ebay? Only find some with 1 suction cup.... also found this on DX:
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/univer...-ipod-gps-mp4-cell-phone-6-5-10-devices-39284
Anyone who have this one?
is there a link for the dual suction cup one?
I may be interested in getting that myself
buffalosolja42 said:
I may be interested in getting that myself
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the DX one? I don't think it will hold it if you are not driving on a flat (tarmac) surface.... so I am looking for a more stable/secure one
ps why do you have your internet speed in your sig? is that high in the USA?
I got this one from ebay here.
I have tried this on most road surfaces: Tarmac, concrete, off road(I mean really bad roads). Not had a moments bother. The dual suction cup works really well. Added bonus of being able to remove the part which you put your TF in and leave the stem still attached. The stem is bendable, but stiff so not to move whilst holding the TF.
Like I said, very happy with it and worth the money imho.
Seg
gkillerx said:
Hi man,
Was looking for something like this, your confinced me to buy also one, can't wait to get my hands on it. Much better then my 3.9 (or so) inch phone, thanks for the topic and the information!
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can't find it on ebay? Only find some with 1 suction cup.... also found this on DX:
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/univer...-ipod-gps-mp4-cell-phone-6-5-10-devices-39284
Anyone who have this one?
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I personally wouldn't trust just one suction cup.
Seg
Seg2012 said:
I got this one from ebay here.
I have tried this on most road surfaces: Tarmac, concrete, off road(I mean really bad roads). Not had a moments bother. The dual suction cup works really well. Added bonus of being able to remove the part which you put your TF in and leave the stem still attached. The stem is bendable, but stiff so not to move whilst holding the TF.
Like I said, very happy with it and worth the money imho.
Seg
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THanks for the reply and link! Can you explain how the mount works, or make a photo of it without the asus in it? because it looks like there is no support on the bottom of the device? and how do you clip it in? Hope you can help me buy one
i don't think I would trust suction cups in general. Back when I had an Ipad 2 I picked up a mount that attached to the car seat. You basically loosen a bolt, and it mounts in between the bolt and the seat, you tighten it back up and that's it! After I picked up my tf I tried it out in my car and it works perfecttly. I guess I can't link yet.. but I found mine at mount guys dot com, but I've seen similar ones elsewhere.
gkillerx said:
THanks for the reply and link! Can you explain how the mount works, or make a photo of it without the asus in it? because it looks like there is no support on the bottom of the device? and how do you clip it in? Hope you can help me buy one
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Yeah. Give me 5 minutes.
Seg
Here you go, a couple more pics.
The mount itself isn't just designed for the TF. I think it is universal. The sides are adjustable and release the TF via the switch underneath.
Seg