Best stand ever
$0.99 http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/p...a0OswsgfRP5YaYxu1hsJ6S8Ss%2F4BB9Pc%0ApQ%3D%3D
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Nice. Clean and simple. But... "Best Stand Evah!"? I don't know about that.
There is an Ikea store here, guess I will go check one out. Also might look at Target to see if there is something similar.
not very practical for a touchscreen tablet...
but not bad for a Barbie & Ken Drive-In theater scene
This one is made of chopsticks...
http://www.howgreenworks.com/diy-ipad-chopstick-stand/
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This one is made of chopsticks...
http://www.howgreenworks.com/diy-ipad-chopstick-stand/
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Knowing IKEA products, the chopsticks option is probably sturdier.
xyrcncp said:
Knowing IKEA products, the chopsticks option is probably sturdier.
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There's an IKEA about 20 minutes from my house and just across the street from my office. They do have a lot of cheap disposal quality crap but they also sell some pricey things that are built really well too.
Thinking more about it, Ikea is not that close, and doing a quick search I could probaby find a table easel made of metal for not much more but local. I would only use it for watching movies when not on the couch. hmm like at the office
Is the bottom of the holder large enough that you could cut a slot in the bottom to make the connector accessible without compromising the structural integrity of the stand?
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Is the bottom of the holder large enough that you could cut a slot in the bottom to make the connector accessible without compromising the structural integrity of the stand?
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What connector are you referring to? The dock connector on the bottom? The USB connector on the top left? The power connector on the lower left?
Looking at the photos it doesn't look like there is any kind of a groove on the horizontal piece of wood so it would seem the tab could slide off pretty easilly if you're poking at the tablet. But it does look like it's about 50% wider than the thickness of the tablet.
If you're talking about having the power cord plugged into it while you have the tablet in portrait mode then why not flip it so that the power port is on top and not the bottom? That's what I do when I use my Arkon foldable stand and I need to charge the tablet at the same time.
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What connector are you referring to? The dock connector on the bottom? The USB connector on the top left? The power connector on the lower left?
Looking at the photos it doesn't look like there is any kind of a groove on the horizontal piece of wood so it would seem the tab could slide off pretty easilly if you're poking at the tablet. But it does look like it's about 50% wider than the thickness of the tablet.
If you're talking about having the power cord plugged into it while you have the tablet in portrait mode then why not flip it so that the power port is on top and not the bottom? That's what I do when I use my Arkon foldable stand and I need to charge the tablet at the same time.
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I meant the dock connector, in the off chance that an HDMI cable ever becomes available.
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I meant the dock connector, in the off chance that an HDMI cable ever becomes available.
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Ah... I think THIS can help you with that.
gangolfus said:
Is the bottom of the holder large enough that you could cut a slot in the bottom to make the connector accessible without compromising the structural integrity of the stand?
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No need for modifying the stand, just place it upside down, most ROMs and application will auto rotate, you will free the connector as well as get a better viewing angles as reported by many.
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Ah... I think THIS can help you with that.
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Yes, I have a Dremel, I just wanted to know if the shelf was wide enough to Dremel a hole in it without sawing it in half.
nice pics..
you must have used the g tab's camera.
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Knowing IKEA products, the chopsticks option is probably sturdier.
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Mega Lols!
So true!
Looks cool though, I will totally add this to the list when I pick up a Gtab for my lady.
Nice. I've actually been using that same ikea stand for a few weeks now as well. I bought a new one, but found a 7 year old one, which is identical, except that the horizontal shelf sits half an inch higher and the aged wood matches the rear skin protector....
http://phrancis.com/test/P1060248.JPG
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I have seen a lot of discussion about docking stations and I was wondering how many of you X10 users want/need one. This is a rather neglected market from the manufacturers and it seems not many people use docking stations.
I for one cannot go without one anymore. I used to be sceptical, but the convenience of having your phone upright next to your PC (for example) dispalying all sorts of useful info and getting charged is a must. Especially if the station has a socket for a spare battery.
Thoughts?
I want one on my bed table as a charging station/ alarmclock
How many X10 user are there (25/03/10)?!
I would probably buy one, if it was cheap.
I looked at the HTC docking station which was around £20 and though nah.
A docking station is basically just a holder - like a slot in your table. Waste of money IMO, if you've already got a charger.
It's not a shaver or a toothbrush!
But the usb connector is on the top of the phone... so i think there will not be a docking station...
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I want one on my bed table as a charging station/ alarmclock
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Seconded! I'm thinking about the same thing like I've got for my wife's Nano in the kitchen: http://www.google.com/products/catalog?q=Sony+ICF+C7IP+Clock+radio&cid=17026844560688303975#
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But the usb connector is on the top of the phone... so i think there will not be a docking station...
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I don't mind connecting a top piece manually as long as there is a cradle for the phone in a standing position...
Or something like this? in landscape, so is can be a photoframe and clock in one(app). Calling by external speaker.
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Id want a docking! I use them all the time. At the office Im only using bluetooth anyway, so Its nice just having the phone standing, so I can see whos calling.
Also great to see time, weather whatever just in front of you!
Im almost embaressed to admit it but I use a small piece of velcro on my phone and in several places it habituates, my desk, nightstand, car. Feels like slumming but remarkably functional and I actually went back to this from a docking station because I prefer it.
Both the Droid and Nexus One have pretty nice docking stations, lets hope Sony puts out something nice. As for the velco idea... interesting, but I would never do that to my desk or my phone.
Hardly notice the little bit of velcro that is on the phone and in the other places not at all. Its all about placement man, I would bet you wouldnt see any of them unless pointed out to you. Most folks are going to see this solution as getto, just pointing out an alternative that is surprisingly effective. Those looking for the gucci dock definetly wouldnt be happy.
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Hardly notice the little bit of velcro that is on the phone and in the other places not at all. Its all about placement man, I would bet you wouldnt see any of them unless pointed out to you. Most folks are going to see this solution as getto, just pointing out an alternative that is surprisingly effective. Those looking for the gucci dock definetly wouldnt be happy.
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Lol'd @ gucci dock .
It's a nice solution, especially for phones that don't have docking stations... or the ones available are ugly/unfunctional.
I wouldn't do it, becasuse I hate the idea, but still +1 for ingenuity.
hopefully one will be released soon! i wanna buy one! maybe a white station for a black x10??
i remember when all pda's and pdaphones used to come with a cradle lol. it is useful, and its a pity if you want one nowadays you have to buy them for ridiculous prices like 40 dollars or something.
i dont think the xperia has any other connectors other than the microUSB, unlike the nexus one which has those cleverly camoflaged contacts.
Well, there's somthin like this:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPII.dll?ViewItem&item=390163600318
Holder and USB hub, so could be connected with a cable to charge and sync.
This is more or less just a concept. but i think that it could work, and look nice aswell. And it should not be too hard to make one.
I am sorry if the 3D doesn't look that good, but I did just make it rather quickly.. so the textures looks kinda messed up etc.
17 minutes left until I can go to bed.. yey..
i was thinking last night, and just because the charger is on the top that doesn't mean a dock won't work. if there was a dock that the phone could sit sideways in, and an app that waited in the background and detected when the phone was docked (plugged into the usb port and landscape) it could display a landscape digital clock screen, with little icons for missed calls and texts etc...
once my dissertation is handed in in a few months i might have a go at developping my first android app!
I just don't know why Sony Ericsson put the MicroUSB port on the Top? Side maybe but on the top? sheeesh
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I just don't know why Sony Ericsson put the MicroUSB port on the Top? Side maybe but on the top? sheeesh
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Well I think that it could work out with the design I posted 1/2 posts before yours.
With the docking part at the top. where you can "drag" it up and down. press it down when you have placed your phone there.
that way your phone won't fall out for some reason atleast.
I don't really see why it would tho but..
Using this when I want to have G-Tab act as large GPS unit (or watch movies while driving):
It is a tad wobbly but seems secure enough with the bean bag holder.
Where did you get it. I have been looking for something similar.
And it is kept cool being in front of the A/C vents.
Here is a similar one on eBay
http://cgi.ebay.com/Car-holder-Car-Mount-Zpad-T2-Viewsonic-Gtablet-/320680588426
Lol why are you watching movies while you drive!
Looks cool though, which gps program/ gps usb did you use? Can I get a link to the thread that gave you the info? Help a brotha out, thanks!
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Sm0k3d 0uT said:
Where did you get it. I have been looking for something similar.
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I got it from WitGlobal (follow the link in earlier thread on ebay or here is another very similar for a tad less $$: http://cgi.ebay.com/Car-Kit-Windshi...?pt=US_Tablet_Accessories&hash=item20b5f7822c).
Check out BT Thread
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Lol why are you watching movies while you drive!
Looks cool though, which gps program/ gps usb did you use? Can I get a link to the thread that gave you the info? Help a brotha out, thanks!
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Check out this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=847936
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I got it from WitGlobal (follow the link in earlier thread on ebay or here is another very similar for a tad less $$: http://cgi.ebay.com/Car-Kit-Windshi...?pt=US_Tablet_Accessories&hash=item20b5f7822c).
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You can also check it here for considerable lower price ($7.7 shipped)
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You can also check it here for considerable lower price ($7.7 shipped)
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Does this particular model fit the GTab properly?
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Does this particular model fit the GTab properly?
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No, I just got this mount in after two weeks in shipping and it does not fit properly. My G-Tab is just a bit wider than the maximum distance the mounts arms can be extended. A G-Tab can BARELY fit if you force the arms apart a bit wider but it is stressing the plastic a good bit. Plus, with the mount joining the mounting bracket being off center it stresses the stability of the assembly once mounted and the G-Tab bobbles noticeably on rough roads. I have mine mounted with the tab up as the suction cup is mounted to the console of my truck. My advice is to avoid this and spend your money elsewhere. I most likely will be getting a different mount simply because the tab is in the mount so tightly that it is inconvenient to get in and out of the mount. Also, the brackets interfere with the on-off switch of the Tab, as well as some of the buttons on the front of the Tab.
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No, I just got this mount in after two weeks in shipping and it does not fit properly. My G-Tab is just a bit wider than the maximum distance the mounts arms can be extended. A G-Tab can BARELY fit if you force the arms apart a bit wider but it is stressing the plastic a good bit. Plus, with the mount joining the mounting bracket being off center it stresses the stability of the assembly once mounted and the G-Tab bobbles noticeably on rough roads. I have mine mounted with the tab up as the suction cup is mounted to the console of my truck. My advice is to avoid this and spend your money elsewhere. I most likely will be getting a different mount simply because the tab is in the mount so tightly that it is inconvenient to get in and out of the mount. Also, the brackets interfere with the on-off switch of the Tab, as well as some of the buttons on the front of the Tab.
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Are you sure we are talking about the same product ?
I have the mount and I can get my gtab in/out (even without removing it from its leather) without a problem.
The mount is advertised for the ipad (7.31" width) and can't see how it should not fit the gtab (10.5" wide).
Also the brackets (as can be seen in the OP) attaches to the gtab from bottom and top (midway) there shouldn't be any interference with the (left/right) sides (where the power button is location) or with the bezel edge (where the buttons are located).
The holder works for both gtab and much wider ipad, I highly suggest you contact buyincoins.com and make sure they send you the correct product.
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Are you sure we are talking about the same product ?
I have the mount and I can get my gtab in/out (even without removing it from its leather) without a problem.
The mount is advertised for the ipad (7.31" width) and can't see how it should not fit the gtab (10.5" wide).
Also the brackets (as can be seen in the OP) attaches to the gtab from bottom and top (midway) there shouldn't be any interference with the (left/right) sides (where the power button is location) or with the bezel edge (where the buttons are located).
The holder works for both gtab and much wider ipad, I highly suggest you contact buyincoins.com and make sure they send you the correct product.
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you are right. I feel like an idiot. I was attaching the brackets on the sides, not top and bottom. Such a simple thing to not see. I can't believe it!
I've looking around online for a solution to mount my transformer on my dashboard for the longest time. Dissatisfied with overpriced plastic panels and metallic holders, I set off to find my own mount. I wanted something cheap because I couldnt justify spending 20 to 50 bucks on custom made holders that I probably wouldnt use again if I switched my car. Instead, I decided to order 3M velcro for 3 dollars. Here are the results:
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I wont be able to mount it anywhere on the dashboard, as I need nice flat surface for it to stick properly. Im also aware that the transformer has a glossy screen which shows glare under the sun, but if you turn your brightness up, its really easy to see the navigation. In addition, its also great for whoevers sitting in the passenger seat.
Its definitely not the prettiest set up, but it is the cheapest.
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+1 for ingenuity
lol i had an idea similar to this but after telling my girlfriend about the idea she smacked me on the head and called me nuts...
or maybe its the mad scientist laugh i gave out that made her do that "/
cant say i didnt have the thought, but i doubt i could ever do that to my tablet
great idea, I'll test it on my Duster car
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velcro on the tablet kills it for me...
...why don't they have those generic silicone skins for this thing?!
this is a great idea and all but...
as about said... velcro... not something i would want to put on my tablet nor my car
Awesome idea i was thinking of something similar using 3M picture frame holders the ones that you stick on then they are supposed to come off with no residue etc never got round to it ended up getting a thingy for the phone for maps and a bag that has a special poket for the tf with lots of padding
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reaperzero said:
lol i had an idea similar to this but after telling my girlfriend about the idea she smacked me on the head and called me nuts...
or maybe its the mad scientist laugh i gave out that made her do that "/
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Should have said "you hold it then" and saved $3 (the tablet that is).
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Should have said "you hold it then" and saved $3 (the tablet that is).
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lol
So I'm going to use velcro (4 inch by 2 inch strip) instead of the stuff in OP. Should I put the fuzzy side or the scratchy side on the TF? Also this is actual Velcro brand velcro, so the scratchy side is 1mm deep and the puffy side is 4mm deep.
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velcro on the tablet kills it for me...
...why don't they have those generic silicone skins for this thing?!
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How about just sticking the velcro to a generic Transformer case that's easy to slide in and slide out. That way you can just leave the case there, and take the transformer out whenever you leave your car.
HA! Love it.
That stuff is called Dual Lock by 3M. It's not Velcro or traditional hook and loop. It uses tiny mushroom heads that interlock together creating an amazing bond. They make it with several fasteners per inch variants. 160 250 and 400. And the adhesive back comes in standard and VHB ( very high bond) The 400 versions is almost like glue, in some applications you can't get it to come apart. I love this stuff, I build specialized helmet camera mounts and use the Dual Lock for helmet mounting. Sky divers use my mount with that stuff and it does not come off at terminal velocity.
From the photo it looks like the OP is using standard adhesive 150 or 250, if you used VHB and 400 you could make small 1X1 patches to mount it.
Search for Dual Lock on Ebay.
Curious about my mount?
www.XVUSA.com
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Should have said "you hold it then" and saved $3 (the tablet that is).
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lol my head would have been in the wind sheild if i said that
Will this hold when temperature raise in the summer ?
I use a ProClip USA mount with quick release.works great.
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nice is cheap and good
has anyone tried this.
http://www.tetrax.com/us/
I have one for my iPhone and it is great. It is magnetic. Just a small round disc on the back of my phone and one on the dash.
The TF is much bigger but maybe two of these would hold it.
I dunno if the Tetrax will withstand the TF weight and size. Personally I doubt it, but I may be wrong!
Plus it's quite expensive!
I bought the same type of velcro, but black! Black Shtuff (2 feet X 1 inch) $1.79 (Int. shipping included)
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I dunno if the Tetrax will withstand the TF weight and size. Personally I doubt it, but I may be wrong!
Plus it's quite expensive!
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MrNago is right - a single mount won't hold the TF. When I tried it, the weight of the tablet pulled the magnetic claw arm off the magnetic mount on my dashboard (no damage, it just separated the mount arm from the magnet attached to the dash). I don't have dashboard space anywhere in my car (that would be practical to view the TF, anyway) to use 2 mounts, so this is a wash.
Just curious what the little switch is on bottom edge, by barcode. Thanks
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Just curious what the little switch is on bottom edge, by barcode. Thanks
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It's not a little switch. Open the usb port cover, swing it round and push the plastic spike into the "little switch" hole.
Wish they had done the same for the headphone jack cover
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It's not a little switch. Open the usb port cover, swing it round and push the plastic spike into the "little switch" hole.
Wish they had done the same for the headphone jack cover
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That little thing is also meant to be used with the Dock. Fits perfectly there
I'm amazed by those tiny details that Sony have put into the XTZ
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what about the one on the top right corner there a something there??????
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what about the one on the top right corner there a something there??????
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Tye microphone and the IR Blaster...
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Tye microphone and the IR Blaster...
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the infrared is on the top to the left of the microphone to the left of the front camera but if you look toward the right edge on the top there is something else.. well on my tab there is like a small button....... just curious.....
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the infrared is on the top to the left of the microphone to the left of the front camera but if you look toward the right edge on the top there is something else.. well on my tab there is like a small button....... just curious.....
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Oh... Yeah... I also have to find what is it. If I do, I will let you know.
Edit: Nothing on the user manual.
@Ambroos, I know you have a lot of knowledge, do you know what that is? It is a small hole on the top right edge of the device. Look like the microphone/dock conector, but it is a bit smaller,candy don't seem to be deep...
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Xperia Z (the phone) has the same thing. Probably something related to the construction process. I doubt it actually does anything.
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Xperia Z (the phone) has the same thing. Probably something related to the construction process. I doubt it actually does anything.
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That was quick. Thanks for the answer
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It's not a little switch. Open the usb port cover, swing it round and push the plastic spike into the "little switch" hole.
Wish they had done the same for the headphone jack cover
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Thanks for the quick answer
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Thanks for the quick answer
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Wow I never new what that was for!!!
I just wished the tablet had wireless charging in some form, I'm waiting for the day the little flap covering the USB port snaps off killing the waterproof aspect and ruining the look of it
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I just wished the tablet had wireless charging in some form, I'm waiting for the day the little flap covering the USB port snaps off killing the waterproof aspect and ruining the look of it
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What do you think those gold-plated pads at the left side are for?
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What do you think those gold-plated pads at the left side are for?
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it is not wireless at all)
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it is not wireless at all)
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At least you don't have to open any flaps or connect any wires.
What's the difference between placing your tablet on a "wireless" charging pad or in a cradle anyway?
A cradle looks much nicer and neater. Inductive charging wastes a part of the energy, generates more heat and is generally slower.
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At least you don't have to open any flaps or connect any wires.
What's the difference between placing your tablet on a "wireless" charging pad or in a cradle anyway?
A cradle looks much nicer and neater. Inductive charging wastes a part of the energy, generates more heat and is generally slower.
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With wireless charger you may use any case, with dock only original one or of the same construction (type). Energy waste is not substantial in this case, a lot of people plug in tablet for a charge overnight, it doesn't matter that it will take 1 hour more, because you can partially compensate it by using more powerfull charger (e.g. from Ipad or samsung 2,1A work well) instead of original 1,5A which chargers forever even in craddle).
So I opened up my Nvidia shield tablet k1 today and saw that the internal stylus holder is actually still there. For the reason of budget costs I guess Nvidia decided to remove the "hole" that once let you sheath your stylus there. I havn't found any tutorials online that showed how to cut a decent sized hole to let the stylus rest in. So I guess I'll ask.... has anyone done it before successfully here?
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I've done something similar with a dremel and a couple of files in the past. It's something I plan on doing on my K1 now that I have a brand new device to play with.
Considering the the age of the device, I doubt anyone has tried this out yet.
Drilling a hole in the side of the tablet seems extreme. I have been searching for a case that might be able to hold the styles as well but with no luck. I have flip cover for the k1 and have been trying to think of a good idea as how to stow the styles on to it. For example if I had a piece of stretchy material that I attached to the cover somehow I could slide the styles into the makeshift pocket and it could hold the styles when not in use.
Would I be right in thinking that the back cover of the older model would fit the newer one? Seems like it would be a nicer solution than drilling and cutting. You could possibly even get some of the missing internal components that way. Just need to find a broken 2014 tablet.
If this fails you can always do what I plan on doing in case this proves to be futile. Attach magnets to either like on the Surface Book. On a side note: The back cover already is "precut", as is the whole stylus mounting hole as seen here:
That is really interesting! They kept costs low by using the same molds to create the plastic parts.
A quick question seeing as you've opened your back cover already: is there a button/mechanism in the stylus groove that could potentially detect if a stylus is removed? Just wondering if they still left that in there (hopeful thinking! )
fl4r3 said:
That is really interesting! They kept costs low by using the same molds to create the plastic parts.
A quick question seeing as you've opened your back cover already: is there a button/mechanism in the stylus groove that could potentially detect if a stylus is removed? Just wondering if they still left that in there (hopeful thinking! )
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Sadly that module is missing, so no hopes there. The speaker cable is also in the way and has to be taped down or something to the frame if you want to fit the stylus later on.
I knew it was unlikely but thought it was worth checking.
At least there's a place to store a stylus (although after drilling into the tablet).
Guys....I did it. I just used a file and filed away, put the cover back on, and inserted the stylus. It's perfect. I would take a picture but I don't have a camera.
jacobvsmith said:
Guys....I did it. I just used a file and filed away, put the cover back on, and inserted the stylus. It's perfect. I would take a picture but I don't have a camera.
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Tablet + Mirror.
Sorry, could not resist pointing out the lack of a camera irony whilst talking of a device with 2 built in.
I will admit that probably wouldn't make come out at a good enough angle to show the work well, but hope you got a quick chuckle.
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Tablet + Mirror.
Sorry, could not resist pointing out the lack of a camera irony whilst talking of a device with 2 built in.
I will admit that probably wouldn't make come out at a good enough angle to show the work well, but hope you got a quick chuckle.
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post memes and op will give chuckles.
Please teach me how to do dis... Going to buy the stylus soon...
I just read this and thought I'd pop open my K1 to see for myself. Yep. It's there. Wow.
I'd drill a hole in mine too but I have two problems:
1. That cable.
2. Dust/Water etc.
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Anyone drilled and try to make use of the stylus slot?
care to share some finished image?
would definitely like to see how it goes.
I "drilled" a hole also, the stylus sticks perfectly, but there was a cable in the way. just som sticky thingy to hold the cable and youre done
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I did that too. Used some files and some crazy glue (for the cable). Works great. I have some pictures here http://forum.xda-developers.com/shield-tablet/general/modding-directstylus-slot-shield-k1-t3408090
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I did that too. Used some files and some crazy glue (for the cable). Works great. I have some pictures here http://forum.xda-developers.com/shield-tablet/general/modding-directstylus-slot-shield-k1-t3408090
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I would probably cover the ribbon with tape to prevent the stylus from sliding on the cable over time. Kapton tape would be the tape to use. How did you shape the notch in the back cover. Also when filing the metal area for the cable did you not worry about filings getting on the mainboard.
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I would probably cover the ribbon with tape to prevent the stylus from sliding on the cable over time. Kapton tape would be the tape to use. How did you shape the notch in the back cover. Also when filing the metal area for the cable did you not worry about filings getting on the mainboard.
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The cable is covered in a mixture of super glue and fine powder. No worries about shavings since I worked under constant airflow from the mainboard side to blow dust and shavings away
As for shaping the notch I used some jewelers files that had the right curve to them.
Stylus sensor can generally be found with 'nvidia shield digitizer' on ebay - sellers currently parting out new original style tablets - not real cheap, but you get a spare digitizer!
Gremlin60 said:
Stylus sensor can generally be found with 'nvidia shield digitizer' on ebay - sellers currently parting out new original style tablets - not real cheap, but you get a spare digitizer!
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But why would they leave the whole circuit and components for the sensor if the sensor is not there...
They did 2 things to the main board a radio microcode update and the sensor removed from assembly any capacitors or resistors on the pen sensor circuit should also be left out... In addition they do have 2 different updates for the 2 tablets I imagine the k1 does not have the sensor as an active element...
That said i dont see that there is a whole lot of extra functionality given aside from auto wake on pen removal....