So I had been looking for a good armband for the AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II and I couldn't seem to find any decent ones. The only decent one I had found was for the International Version of the GSII. I thought this would be a slight issue since it wasn't for the AT&T version, but then I realised that they are pretty much the same size. My biggest concern was build quality and all the ones on Amazon seemed to be very low quality overall.
I began the search to try to get the Belkin Dual Fit in the states since they only sell it on their website in Australia. I did manage to find it on sale through Expansys but they didn't have a listing on their site for the states. Changed the domain and bam I found it available for delivery.
Here it is if you want to order it
It arrived this morning to my job so I haven't had a chance to work out with it, but I will say, the build quality is very nice. It's a well built device that seems to be meant for just a slightly larger device. There is a bit of give in the case, though that could be because the Dimensions are just slightly off for the device.
Getting the phone into the case is a bit difficult since the plastic front does stick to the phone itself. I found it easiest to pull the plastic away from the face as inserting. Seems to work best. It also is quite difficult to remove the phone from the case as well. The headphone jack does line up perfectly with the phone though that isn't a big selling point for me since I use Bluetooth Headphones exclusively. The other design aspect is since the International GSII has the speaker port in a different spot, the hole in the back doesn't line up, but I didn't notice any real issues there soundwise.
One BIG design issue (which is related to not having a proper armband for the device, is turning on the screen, you actually have to press in on the case blindly to hit the power button. Took a couple times for me to find it, but it is not easy to do off the arm. If the case is on your arm it is much easier to work with. The case does seem to have a spot on it to store your headphones as well, a small little pocket, maybe that's for cash, I'm not really sure.
Overall the case isn't half bad, and I'm sure the plastic/neoprene will stretch out slightly over time to fit the device better.
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Is there any out there? ot an Iphone one that fits....
Me too - I tried the belkin iPhone ones in teh shop but they seemed too tight.
Anyone?
i was looking too.. anyone know? iphone ones are too tight and poorly made. opening it harsh. no way HD will fit.
I am getting one that is for the 1st generation iPhone, and it is not from belkin. Will try to see if it fits when it arrives
Pics too please!! thanks
any news on this yet???
Belkin
I'm using the one from Belkin intented for the Iphone. It's tight but better that if you want to use it will running , but perfectly usable.
BerreZ said:
I'm using the one from Belkin intented for the Iphone. It's tight but better that if you want to use it will running , but perfectly usable.
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i also have the Belkin one. perfectly useable, if a little tight to remove. Downside is that bits of my Belkin case itself peel off (nothing to do with HD)
tunebelt
I use tunebelt that I got bundled with my run.gps software....The touch HD fits in fine (its not tight, but it holds the touch HD securely enough) and its got a clear plastic 'screen' so you can change tracks or monitor your running software without stopping. Its made of neoprene too which I find is comfortable while running. I hope this helps.
Heres the link:
http://www.rungps.net/wiki/NeopreneBeltAB8
P.S. I also highly recommend the run.gps software if you are running outside with the armband...it is amazing.
Hey guys,
think this should be the same as linked by 'smit happens':
Amazon:
http://tinyurl.com/d6ojbb
Is there a hole on top then for the headphone jack?
There is on the bottom (three of them), since the device is held upside-down.
hi guys, at this current time there is not enough demand for manufacturers to warrant designing an armband specific for the HTC Touch HD.
For those who have been using those armbands designed for the Iphone ie
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Black-Sport-Armband-Case-For-iPhone-3G-4GB-8GB-16GB-AU_W0QQitemZ180360705479QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAU_MobilePhoneAccessories?hash=item29fe55f5c7&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A2%7C65%3A1%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318%7C301%3A1%7C293%3A1%7C294%3A50
Have you found these armbands a reasonable substitute product for the Touch HD, albeit a little tight from what the other posts have indicated?
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hi guys, at this current time there is not enough demand for manufacturers to warrant designing an armband specific for the HTC Touch HD.
For those who have been using those armbands designed for the Iphone ie
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Black-Sport-Armband-Case-For-iPhone-3G-4GB-8GB-16GB-AU_W0QQitemZ180360705479QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAU_MobilePhoneAccessories?hash=item29fe55f5c7&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A2%7C65%3A1%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318%7C301%3A1%7C293%3A1%7C294%3A50
Have you found these armbands a reasonable substitute product for the Touch HD, albeit a little tight from what the other posts have indicated?
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I wonder if anyone had try this as I'm very keen to know as well...
Looks like smit happens' link is the winner but seems like no stock worldwide!!
This is what I have been looking for for a while, especially when geocaching in winter at night, when I need 4 hands to hold HTC HD, operate it, hold flash light and blow my nose
I just ordered one from http://www.rywirelessheadphones.com/product/TB-AB8
for $26 inc shipping and taxes.
went into the store and tried belkin arm band (the newer updated one piece model and the older model) the older model was made of a different material, so you can get the phone in and out with some persuasion. the newer one piece model made out of a more synthetic rubber material requres some sheer brute force to get the phone in and even more so to get it out. regardless because there are no purpose made touch hd armbands i've purchased a cheap itouch version from ebay with the hopes due its lack of perfect fitment my hd will slot in a bit easier for a fraction on the price of a belkin case.
Zune
I use a armband for a zune player. It works well. I use it with the gps function when running. I use sportypal.com its a free service.
the best, i think
i´m using this one... ;-)
http://www.rungps.net/wiki/NeopreneArmbandABX2DE
it works fine.
the ABx2 looks like a better option than the ab8, as it has less gaps for water ingress.
pity it's not available anywhere except rungps.
[edit] ah I see it's not a tunebelt.. it's one they've had made, I've ordered one anyway.
I've just bought this one :
http://cgi.ebay.com/1-1-Sport-Armba...3.l1177&_trkparms=240:1318|301:1|293:1|294:50
Looks like the new one found on rungps ... but less expensive
The touch hd perfecly fits inside ...
Just noticed this on eBay. Looks pretty substantial and possibly an acceptable option for the non-existent desktop stands from Asus.
Ordered one. Will post up some pictures once I get it.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140583405716&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
FWIW, there are a handful of other generic stands like that on Amazon too. Most of these stands that are marketing for iPads will work fine too.
True enough. First one I've encountered while waiting for Asus!
I've bought a self-made in a german-forum (android-hilfe.de).
If somebody is interested i will send the link (At the moment it's not possible to post --> < 8 posts)
I've got these:
Folding wire stand
...and:
Folding milled aluminum stand
I like the first one better because it's super light and super adjustable. But you really have to tighten the thumb nuts if you don't want it to slowly collapse.
The second one claims to be made of aluminum, but its as heavy as brass or steel and it's a noticeable addition to a shoulder or backpack.
I am using one of these i got at burlington for like $6. use for the kitchen. Only issue is the angle could be back alittle bit more.
I think I will go and play around with some card tonight/over the weekend and see if I can come up with an Origami/pepakura-style stand (dual-angle of course) which I can make from thin Plastic-card. I have access to a greeting card creaser and would really like a light and portable stand that gives the ability to plug in the charge cable. If I get anything worth taking a snap of I will stick it up, with plans of course.
amazon.com/ gp/ product/ B000CKVOOY
This is a magnificent stand that I bought two of. It folds away to an easily storable size and has plenty enough flexibility and stability to be used in multiple orientations. The only negative is that the charging plug won't fit if you orient the tablet right-side-up though this is easily solvable if you invert the tablet.
I received my MiniSuit Portfolio on Saturday.. It is a very nice case, very well made. Yes - it adds bulk but if you can't tell that when you ordered it then you didn't look at the pictures . It's a tri fold so of course it will add bulk, plus the leather. It is obviously very functional, and the side that holds a business card can probably hold a few pieces of paper but otherwise too much or it will just get entirely too fat..
OK, so the obvious things aside..... Here come the constructive criticisms. I'm a little concerned with the fit. The leather covers the bezel so when you dock it, it is really, really really tight.. I wonder if it puts "stress" on the fit of the dock and tablet.. The part that holds the dock snaps on.. It has little strap on the top corners, and when you add those it added and even tighter fit.. If you leave them off, and the dock slides down quite a bit when you are using it.
After only one day's use, the parts of the leather that go between the tablets and dock are pretty scuffed up.
Since the dock snaps off, I thought I'd be able to use the case for just the tablets if I didn't have the dock. Well I CAN, but the magnetic closer is part of the tri-fold that is on the dock portion, and so unless you have that part (even if it's empty), then the cover is very "flappy" (which is OK, so just fyi).
In all fairness, I am calling MiniSuit tomorrow. I need to get ask about another part of my order anyway (a different case, different purpose). This portfolio case is also ever so slightly "off" center enough that the camera is partially covered up (yes I've tried moving it several times but it still settles into the same place) I don't think that is normal, my friend's case is aligned perfectly.. So maybe this one is just a little warped overall.
I'm definitely giving MiniSuit benefit of doubt here, I am sure they will replace this one anyway since he camera hole is off center. Perhaps they can explain the width of the the leather between the tablets and dock. It's late and I can't remember ever seeing a "spec" for that. All I know is that it is really small.
I've include some insanely detailed pictures for reference if anyone would like to see what I'm talking about
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I received my MiniSuit Portfolio on Saturday..
I've include some insanely detailed pictures for reference if anyone would like to see what I'm talking about
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I'm looking forward to the pics! Thanks!
I just installed one of these covers on my wife's Prime and the camera on the rear is way off to one side also. And there are a few blems and over glues on the cover. I am not happy with this product. Let us know what you find out. I bought mine through Amazon so I am not sure what is my next step.........Thanks......
Ok, I talked to them and they were really great. They are sending me a replacement (and a prepaid label to return the one I have). They offered me a choice of replace or partial refund but I want to try a replacement. I told them I had photos of the camera port and the way the pictures came out and they very nicely asked if I wouldn't mind sending those in and thanked me in email for doing so.
I didn't not ask them about the leather being a bit thick (for my liking) or it getting scuffed already. I've read the reviews on Amazon and I don't really see anyone else mentioning this or thinking it's a problem. I'm hoping some folks on here get theirs in so we can see if there is a "space" difference between the og and Prime and maybe that is why it's not mentioned?
I think that is going to have to be a judgement call on my part. Dangit - if they had just made the bottom part hold the tablet with nice straps it would be fine, but the fact that it scuffed leather after one day ... seems to me like it is too tight. On the other hand......my friend looked at it, said he thought it looked fine and that it was leather - it would "break in" and flex. If I thought I would ALWAYS have the dock with it, I might be tempted to cut the dang leather off the bottom, but you can't really do that or the tablet will fall out with the dock gone. If I keep it, I might end up rigging it after a while anyway
Like I said - it's a nice case, very functional, it does add bulk, but anything we get that carries both will do that.
Ok...pictures. I used a toothpick for reference, you all have one of those and can tell for yourselves how far on will go in the small space between tablet and dock
Yeah, the case didn't fit my tablet and dock perfectly either. But their customer support is nothing short of amazing. I just emailed them, showed them a photo of the problem and they are sending me a replacement (they shipped it the same day I contact them). Should be getting it soon. Best thing yet is they don't even need me to return my defective unit.
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Yeah, the case didn't fit my tablet and dock perfectly either. But their customer support is nothing short of amazing. I just emailed them, showed them a photo of the problem and they are sending me a replacement (they shipped it the same day I contact them). Should be getting it soon. Best thing yet is they don't even need me to return my defective unit.
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Same here - they shipped it out and I have a tracking number the same day I called.
I didn't think they wanted the defective one back either, but in their email they wrote " A prepaid label will be included with your shipment for the defect". So.....I guess they want it back. Which is fine of course. I'm just not sure what they will do with it cuz I really don't think they are going to use it to make any changes or anything.
Well, I got my replacement. They did not end up sending a pre-paid return label so they don't want the defective one back apparently.
However the new one is worse than the first one as far as the camera port hole goes. It is obviously cut VERY wrong. So now both have been off very far towards the flash, covering parts of the camera lens. I realize i wont be using my camera very often, but I have noticed that it's rarely "planned" when I DO want to use the camera.
I also still have a big concern about the leather being so think between the dock and tablet. If everything else were perfect, I would likely rig it. I'd probably just cut it off. This would really only present a problem if you were to have the tablet without the dock because the tablet could slip out of the case with the having that section secured, but I'd just not use that case without the dock then (I have several other cases)
This is the perfect case for the combo, but it is flawed
Funny thing is - I received my other Minisuite case and LOVE it!! The ports and camera holes are perfect. It's the 360 degree rotating one (does not accommodate dock). I think, obviously, all these cases that look the same are made by some company in China, and then stamped by companies here. But for some reason the template they used for the nice leather keyboard/tablet combo is just not right.
Pretty much my experience, I do not believe they had an actual Prime in hand when they designed this case. Not pleased overall and waiting for better options.
Alright, so today the last of the power cases with screen covers I've been able to find came in, I figure I'd do a quick write up on each. Since the only camera I have is my phone, I'll just be using stock pictures.
First, Sony's Official Power Cover, the CP12: (www.amazon.com/Sony-CP12-3000mAh-Battery-Charging/dp/B00FX2MG3Y/)
Cost: ~$150.
Battery Size: 3000mAh
Pros:
High quality feeling case.
Uses with/supplies the magnetic charging port
Has a slot for/supplies a stylus.
Cons:
By far the most expensive. The other two options aren't even in the same price range.
Makes the Z Ultra bulkier than before; By others accounts it's about as big as a Nexus 7 now.
The stylus isn't tightly held and will slip out with little fuss.
Conclusion: While it's high price is very off putting (I picked it up during the winter sale when it's price was a bit more managable), as a case it's very high quality. Dispite slipping in and out with relative ease, I find it usually doesn't come out unless I want it to. I find for casual to medium use the battery supplies an adequate backup charge. In terms of in the hand feeling it outclasses the other two options without even putting up much of a fight. That being said, at it's high price point, it may not be entirely worth it.
Overall, if you want to use something officially made by Sony with a high build quality that can provide an adequate charge if need be, this is what to go for. Still, price for price, it may not be worth it.
"Brando Power Case" (http://www.amazon.com/Aftermarket-Product-4500mAH-Battery-Portable/dp/B00G9RCSHG/)
Cost: ~$30-$40
Battery Size: 4500mAh
Pros:
Thinnest case with the most minimum bulk added.
Feels decent in hand
Charges with the proprietary magnetic port, but takes a Standard Micro USB for input.
Cons:
Cover feels flimsy
Questionable build quality
Conclusion: OK, so first, I put the name in quotations because for the life of me it's hard to find what on earth this case is actually called; The one I bought came straight from a shop called Brando; Google it if you desire. However, the one I received flat out didn't work. My phone neither recognizes being plugged in nor does the case act like it's charging something. Which is unfortunate, because I actually like the overall feel of this case. If it were to work (And if I weren't just one of several cases where this case is reported as faulty, I'd write off my experience as a one off), I'd say it outclasses the Sony case without question. The lack of stylus support isn't, in my opinion, worth mentioning; If you need a stylus, just carry a pencil with you.
Overall, if you're willing to risk getting a dud product, go ahead and go for this one. If it works, you'll get a nice feeling case with a much better charge than the CP12
"KingsMansion Battery Case" (http://www.amazon.com/5000mAh-Portable-External-Rechargeable-Battery/dp/B00FWP8FKU/)
Cost: ~$30
Battery Size: 5000mAh
Pros:
Biggest battery of the lot
It's textured back grants protection against slipping.
Has the best grip on the device of any case here.
Cons:
Textured Back feels weirder in the hand.
Even when plugged in, it will only charge the phone when the switch is on.
Conclusion: I haven't had much time to deal with this thing yet, since it just came in today, however, I like what I have for the most part. While it's the hardest of the lot to put the Z Ultra into, it also has the best grip on it. It will NOT come out without you meaning to take it out, but it's also fairly easy to remove when you do. It provides the best charge to the Z Ultra, clocking in at 5/3 as strong as the CP12, and being as thin width wise as the Brando one. However, the textured back feels different in the hand compared to the smoothness provided by both of the other ones. I don't get the same feeling of questionable build quality from it as I do from the Brando case, however. Oh, and like the Brando case, I have no clue what to actually name this case; I got the name "King's Mansion" from the seller on the Amazon page, but the actual box doesn't have any company name on it as far as I can see. As a side note, it's a thick case... I'd say just eyeballing it that the back of the case is as thick as the Z ultra itself. I personally think this is fine since I think the Z ultra's a tad too thin anyway, but it's up to you.
Overall: Cheapest, best grip, thinner than the CP12, and has the biggest battery. While it feels a little worse than the other two, it'd definitely worth the price. I'd pick it up on Ebay over Amazon (I did), just because the amazon one has aweful delivery times to the US, but choose as you wish.
I have the 4500mAh too and it is a hit or miss to get it to charge indeed. :/
... Oh wow, it's only been 3 days.
The "King's Mansion" case that I recieved earlier broke today- The USB charging port now only can connect a charge straight to the phone, and it's internal battery readers simply don't respond. That's when the USB charging port does work- it got insanely loose yesterday and just won't do anything anymore.
So, final conclusion: You're going to have to spend some decent money (Either Mugen's case or the CP12) if you want something guaranteed to work.
with complete frsutration in no keyboard case looking to ever be made for my purchase of the top tablet at the time the Galaxy Pro i have ended my search and somewhat happy.
my first purchase after exhausting months of hoping and searching led me purchase the M-Edge Stealth which upon setting up was the most impressive 3rd party universal i had ever seen. i see no reason to go into all the details that had me loving this case because very quickly i discovered it had 1 flaw that completely killed it. one of the greatest features was t he magnet safe strap and the base was magnet as well and sadly this caused the Pro to go to sleep every time i would touch it. if you push it up in the holsters it was fine but touching it or moving it and it would slide down just a hair and that hair caused the magnets to put it to sleep. i spent some time since it was such a great case trying to make it work but with much sadness i had to return it.
my next purchase and what i am staying with is the Kensington Keyfolio Pro 2 and at this pricxe i can live with the few things i would change.
quick review:
- keyboard types nice and almost all the keys for Home , Settings, Volume, Web, Music, work and go to the app i desired. it also seems to autoconnect after casing it up and opening it back up again so functionaly it is very nice
- case sadly is not a nice leather feel like the M-Edge and although not bad it feels kinda like it might carck eventually like cheap fake leather can do but only time will tell
- it is in no way as thin as the M-Edge and much bulkier than he 11" laptop i would carry but not ridiculous to me
- it has large and small corners with velcro to allow to place it wherever on the back plate that holds it which is different put nice and allows some positioning to what you like. i will say though that i was going with the small angles anyway but the large were on it and one ripped as i tried to take it off and so i know now how to handle them.
- the Logitech or Zagg of my dreams would not have allowed me to take the keyboard out and place it where i like and i see the value in this now as well
- there is no camera hole on the back put it does state that you can cut it out and they thought of this but since i dont use the back camera for anything i dont mind
anyway hope this helps out another 10.1 like me that has been frustrated with no top of the line model available.
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with complete frsutration in no keyboard case looking to ever be made for my purchase of the top tablet at the time the Galaxy Pro i have ended my search and somewhat happy.
my first purchase after exhausting months of hoping and searching led me purchase the M-Edge Stealth which upon setting up was the most impressive 3rd party universal i had ever seen. i see no reason to go into all the details that had me loving this case because very quickly i discovered it had 1 flaw that completely killed it. one of the greatest features was t he magnet safe strap and the base was magnet as well and sadly this caused the Pro to go to sleep every time i would touch it. if you push it up in the holsters it was fine but touching it or moving it and it would slide down just a hair and that hair caused the magnets to put it to sleep. i spent some time since it was such a great case trying to make it work but with much sadness i had to return it.
my next purchase and what i am staying with is the Kensington Keyfolio Pro 2 and at this pricxe i can live with the few things i would change.
quick review:
- keyboard types nice and almost all the keys for Home , Settings, Volume, Web, Music, work and go to the app i desired. it also seems to autoconnect after casing it up and opening it back up again so functionaly it is very nice
- case sadly is not a nice leather feel like the M-Edge and although not bad it feels kinda like it might carck eventually like cheap fake leather can do but only time will tell
- it is in no way as thin as the M-Edge and much bulkier than he 11" laptop i would carry but not ridiculous to me
- it has large and small corners with velcro to allow to place it wherever on the back plate that holds it which is different put nice and allows some positioning to what you like. i will say though that i was going with the small angles anyway but the large were on it and one ripped as i tried to take it off and so i know now how to handle them.
- the Logitech or Zagg of my dreams would not have allowed me to take the keyboard out and place it where i like and i see the value in this now as well
- there is no camera hole on the back put it does state that you can cut it out and they thought of this but since i dont use the back camera for anything i dont mind
anyway hope this helps out another 10.1 like me that has been frustrated with no top of the line model available.
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Moko has a keyboard case on Amazon. I bought their book cover case and it is very nice.
Cheers,
Rich
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Moko has a keyboard case on Amazon. I bought their book cover case and it is very nice.
Cheers,
Rich
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yeah i looked at one of those but what i dont like about it:
- the kickstand - this limits position placement where the Kensington allows from straight up with keyboard in case to almost flat and stays in any position between them
- the full edge holster - i like to see the tablet with minimum corners or preferably which only comes with ones made specifically for the tablet that it snaps into place with almost no edge
- the keyboard is large with the big palm area and it does not have all the Android specific keys to launch everything which allows me to rarely touch my screen
i am not saying it isnt nice but it wasnt what i was looking for and i doubt there is an option out there i didnt research. thanks for the info though and maybe its something others might like
Samsung has neglected the Tab Pro 10.1
Its these disappointing products that brought me to just buy a stand alone keyboard option. After almost a year of traveling around the country with my Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1, throwing it in my backpack between classes, and carrying it around to camping trips and etc. I've decided that its a little too late to purchase a case or keyboard folio at this point.
Samsung really did their customers wrong by not producing a suitable keyboard/case for the galaxy tab pro 10.1. At the very list they could have worked with 3rd parties to produce these options.