One of the prongs of my charger block snapped off. Instead of buying a whole new one I am seeing if anyone who has no need for the U.S. plug can sell me one i would be paying up to 5$ plus shipping. Thanks
Office depot sells it for $30. The absolute cheapest you can buy it for is $28 with free shipping from this place, but they're currently out of stock.
The point is you're going to have trouble finding anyone just having an extra lying around to sell you for $5.
This is one of the things I love about the TF. The value is staying the same the day it came out a lot longer than any other tablet. I certainly don't want my TF to devalue.
I have to buy a new one even though i just need the prongs part? the part that detaches....
Superglue it back on.
lol..... i lost the broken prong :'(
Cut it off of from something else that you plan to throw away. Solder it onto your TF adapter.
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So I went back to sears the other day and attempted to barter with them for a price difference, that failed. They said they cant adjust the price, regardless of me knowing about the discounted units on sears outlet.
Anyway, while I was there I saw they had a bunch of cases for the G-Tablet. They are only $6.95 each so I bought one.
Looking at the packaging, you can see on the back it says "Re-Packaged by" some company. So again this is just some 3rd party item viewsonic is reselling.
After opening it, I see a "Case Logic" tag. My guess is it's a case logic Ipad case, as it doesn't fit the gtablet snug at all, still a few inches of extra room once it's in there.
Also, this thing STINKS! Like really, it stinks. My whole kitchen smelled of the stanky ass neoperene used on this case, and after putting the gtablet in there now the gtablet itself stinks of chemical/neoprene. I am going to have to try and febreeze the thing and/or hang it outside for a while because the smell is so strong it is actually giving me a headache, and now that the tablet itself smells like it it doesn't matter if I have the case nearby, lol.
I'll post some pics up later. Just wanted to write my first impressions on the case.
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So I went back to sears the other day and attempted to barter with them for a price difference, that failed. They said they cant adjust the price, regardless of me knowing about the discounted units on sears outlet.
Anyway, while I was there I saw they had a bunch of cases for the G-Tablet. They are only $6.95 each so I bought one.
Looking at the packaging, you can see on the back it says "Re-Packaged by" some company. So again this is just some 3rd party item viewsonic is reselling.
After opening it, I see a "Case Logic" tag. My guess is it's a case logic Ipad case, as it doesn't fit the gtablet snug at all, still a few inches of extra room once it's in there.
Also, this thing STINKS! Like really, it stinks. My whole kitchen smelled of the stanky ass neoperene used on this case, and after putting the gtablet in there now the gtablet itself stinks of chemical/neoprene. I am going to have to try and febreeze the thing and/or hang it outside for a while because the smell is so strong it is actually giving me a headache, and now that the tablet itself smells like it it doesn't matter if I have the case nearby, lol.
I'll post some pics up later. Just wanted to write my first impressions on the case.
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was this like a "folio type" case or a neoprene sleeve?
it2steve said:
was this like a "folio type" case or a neoprene sleeve?
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It's a Neoprene Sleeve with Handles and a second zippered area to put the wall charger and other accessories.
It's this, http://www.buy.com/prod/case-logic-...-10-ultra-portable/q/loc/16234/207985259.html
Just re-branded as a Viewsonic GTablet Case :/
Goanna said:
It's a Neoprene Sleeve with Handles and a second zippered area to put the wall charger and other accessories.
It's this, http://www.buy.com/prod/case-logic-...-10-ultra-portable/q/loc/16234/207985259.html
Just re-branded as a Viewsonic GTablet Case :/
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And the savings continue.... When to Marshals and bought a cool Targus Netbook pouch for $7. ust re-branded as a Viewsonic GTablet Travel Pouch.
BTW Sears has the G Tablet for $340 if you get a 2-year complete replacement plan ($50). It even includes wear & tear.... Replace, repaired or your $$$ back... No questions asked. Still below the $399 discounted price. I think it is worth it.
xfernand said:
BTW Sears has the G Tablet for $340 if you get a 2-year complete replacement plan ($50).
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Where do you see that? Not on their website.
xfernand said:
And the savings continue.... When to Marshals and bought a cool Targus Netbook pouch for $7. ust re-branded as a Viewsonic GTablet Travel Pouch.
BTW Sears has the G Tablet for $340 if you get a 2-year complete replacement plan ($50). It even includes wear & tear.... Replace, repaired or your $$$ back... No questions asked. Still below the $399 discounted price. I think it is worth it.
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Please let us know how you bought it for $340.
I would have bought the sears warranty if would have saved me money lol
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I bought my keyboard from here, was the cheapest I could find thanks to gTen from ppcgeeks:
http://www.cellularaccessory.com/ecrk10aweg.html
I bought this case in Black & Orange:
http://www.zenuscase.com/index.php?dispatch=products.view&product_id=29813
You can find them cheaper in ebay & other discount sites...I know the price tag is crazy!
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I love when galaxy tab owners come in here, not realizing this is the viewsonic G tablet.
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this is the case for g-tablet.. you can buy it from apx-:The total distribution agents in the United States.
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did you take this image?
can you take pictures of it opened so we can see the features of the case!! is there a screen cover?!
send a purchase URL!
Ok, so I am looking for something temporary that makes it easy to take the tablet out and use and i think i prefer not having a zipper because i just dont think metal needs to be anywhere near the tablet when it comes to a case. So I am thinking about one of the 3 cases and they are all under $10. Free 2 day shipping with amazon prime as well. My biggest concerns with them though is that they might be to big. I dont want the tablet sliding around in it. Here are the options i have found so far:
http://www.amazon.com/Envelop-Neopr...?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1305695940&sr=1-39
http://www.amazon.com/Kensington-K6...2-Inch/dp/B002NU5R3A/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
http://www.amazon.com/Asus-T101MT-E...TF8&coliid=I3ULO79FFYTHW8&colid=3V2S2G7N6FICX
I am kind of leaning towards the Asus one above, but the envelope style one might be nice. I didnt find any in the compatible thread that fit my needs. I will probably be getting a dock (whenever best buy has them available as i have a $100 BB gift card to burn there), nothing is in stone yet. I really wanted a case with a stand, but the asus transformer one seems like crap and the price is to high and doesnt work with the dock.
Help me make a decision as i have been shopping to long. =) I could just buy 2 of the 3, but i dont want to waste money either and Im not one to return a $10 item. I am open to other ideas as well. Thanks!
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Ok, so I am looking for something temporary that makes it easy to take the tablet out and use and i think i prefer not having a zipper because i just dont think metal needs to be anywhere near the tablet when it comes to a case. So I am thinking about one of the 3 cases and they are all under $10. Free 2 day shipping with amazon prime as well. My biggest concerns with them though is that they might be to big. I dont want the tablet sliding around in it. Here are the options i have found so far:
http://www.amazon.com/Envelop-Neopr...?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1305695940&sr=1-39
http://www.amazon.com/Kensington-K6...2-Inch/dp/B002NU5R3A/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
http://www.amazon.com/Asus-T101MT-E...TF8&coliid=I3ULO79FFYTHW8&colid=3V2S2G7N6FICX
I am kind of leaning towards the Asus one above, but the envelope style one might be nice. I didnt find any in the compatible thread that fit my needs. I will probably be getting a dock (whenever best buy has them available as i have a $100 BB gift card to burn there), nothing is in stone yet. I really wanted a case with a stand, but the asus transformer one seems like crap and the price is to high and doesnt work with the dock.
Help me make a decision as i have been shopping to long. =) I could just buy 2 of the 3, but i dont want to waste money either and Im not one to return a $10 item. I am open to other ideas as well. Thanks!
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Keep your eye on It2steve's site: electroniccrap.com If you want to waiting about 9days. You will not be disappointed.
Just ordered one from ebay for 10" netbook, should only have 2cm more than the transformer on the width... should fit great with the keyboard dock and only 3.28$
Here is the link for anyone interested, (also, does anyone actually tried those sleeve and how did it fit, i am waiting for my dock to come in but the dimensions should fit or be really close...)
http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250759188954#ht_4779wt_1035
as for the messenger bag, i would have definately got one from amazon but i am in canada and the shipping is monstruous and the ones from amazon.CA are 3-4 times the price so i am looking on ebay...
If you are Sam's Club member
I found a sleeve at Sam's Club for 7.88 by Case Logic. Zips shut and has a small pocket on the front the cord and power supply (I keep an micro fiber cloth for cleaning the display also). Works great with the tablet and keyboard.
I ended up getting the Asus one as it was only about $12 after overnight shipping. Will update you guys on how it fits.
Is it Mini Usb or Micro Usb, is there even a difference? Is it a specific type of cord that came with my phone in the first place, or can I pick up any cheapo cord and not notice a difference?
I can't believe I lost it, I still have the wall plugin that uses Usb2.0 or the full sized Usb, I just don't have the cord... Sorry if this is a dumb question but yeah I'm flat broke right now, don't want to have to buy two cords.
Also I'll be going into an actual store to buy it because I neeeeed to charge my phone right now, It's at like 2% battery but turned off at the moment. Would Bestbuy/Futureshop be the place to go, or can I just go into the walmart electronics section and get whatever cords are there? Or should I just get a cheapo cord from Wal Mart and order a better quality one online when I get more money?
Any micro USB cable will do. There's nothing special about one or the other.
I've usually bought them on amazon for a buck or so each. Someone already posted a link in this forum but here it is
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Repla...UOQI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1333654884&sr=8-1
It is $1.90 with free shipping.
If you cannot wait I'd just order that, go to BestBuy and paid their ridiculous $20-30 for the cable, use it, then once you get the one from Amazon, return the one at BestBuy.
I've found BestBuy very useful for getting something to use until my package comes from Amazon or Newegg.
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I've usually bought them on amazon for a buck or so each. Someone already posted a link in this forum but here it is
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Repla...UOQI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1333654884&sr=8-1
It is $1.90 with free shipping.
If you cannot wait I'd just order that, go to BestBuy and paid their ridiculous $20-30 for the cable, use it, then once you get the one from Amazon, return the one at BestBuy.
I've found BestBuy very useful for getting something to use until my package comes from Amazon or Newegg.
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not to sound like a ****, but maybe it's people like you that makes **** cost more for the rest of us. plan ahead and save everyone the trouble.
because I'm unwilling to spend $20-30 on something that costs them about a buck? Their markup is just ridiculous. If they had it reasonably priced, at most $5 it would be a different story. But when they have no employees, they close down the front registers so they can have a full 2 people working on customer service, returns, and checking people out, then 2 more running the entire floor for sales, they do not need that kind of markup, so why pay it.
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because I'm unwilling to spend $20-30 on something that costs them about a buck? Their markup is just ridiculous. If they had it reasonably priced, at most $5 it would be a different story. But when they have no employees, they close down the front registers so they can have a full 2 people working on customer service, returns, and checking people out, then 2 more running the entire floor for sales, they do not need that kind of markup, so why pay it.
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if you find their price unreasonable, then don't buy it. buying and returning a perfectly useable product is a douche move no matter how you look at it.
My local Staples has a combo cable pack for about $10 with two cables - one mini USB and one micro USB.
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because I'm unwilling to spend $20-30 on something that costs them about a buck? Their markup is just ridiculous. If they had it reasonably priced, at most $5 it would be a different story. But when they have no employees, they close down the front registers so they can have a full 2 people working on customer service, returns, and checking people out, then 2 more running the entire floor for sales, they do not need that kind of markup, so why pay it.
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They used to have more employees but due to people buying stuff then returning it, they had to cut back.
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if you find their price unreasonable, then don't buy it. buying and returning a perfectly useable product is a douche move no matter how you look at it.
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i doubt robin hood saw it as a douche move
monoprice.com
Great price, fast shipping and high quality cables. The USB cables I bought from them are great quality and longer. I think I punched the 6 footers.
I purchase all my cables from them.
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One thing to remember - some cheap microUSB cables possess only the two internal links needed for charging. A true data cable has five internal wires. It's almost impossible to tell from pictures which is which, but generally the two-wire ones are labelled as 'charge only' or something similar.
Caught me off-guard once when trying to connect to PC, didn't know what was up. Turns out the USB connector only had two contacts!
I know this is a double post am not sure which is the right section to post.
I don't know if am posting in the right section but I lost the charger pin that connects to the adapter. Is there a place I can buy just the pin-out for the USA wall connector? The tablet is pretty much useless cause I can't charge it with the other 5 volt USB connectors I have.
Hi,
I live in the UK, and use the non branded charger which is cheap, and definitely more solid and reliable than the official one.
I just had a quick look on EBay, and there's lots of choice:
http://shop.mobileweb.ebay.com/sear...2?kw=asus+transformer+charger&x=0&y=0&cmd=SKW
(Of course its still worth checking the buyers reviews first.)
I've had it for six months.
Compared to 4x Asus original replacements.
Cheers.
I also got an extra charger, I think off ebay. You can get one with a longer cable so you don't have to sit on the floor next to the outlet
I have the same issue as OP; one of the pins got stuck and broke off of the US charger adapter. I've asked ASUS eStore if they would sell me just that replacement part. I'll post here if I get a positive response.
EDIT: Asus eStore said that they will not sell that part individually, but will gladly sell me the whole charger but they are out of stock.
I got a multitude of pins for the charger, with my Spanish Transformer. I just use the round one (Spanish/European standard). I was keeping the others just in case I traveled somewhere I needed them, but I could be convinced to part with the US one (that is, if it comes with a US one!). The bad thing, I have no idea on which one it is! Mind you, postage will be expensive...
I say that anyone who wants it, send me a PM, and make me an offer (trades are perfectly fine, in fact, better than simply paying cash, and on a trade, you'll pay the postage to me, and I'll pay the postage to you. Also, I don't know the exact rules for trades on this board, should I I post this somewhere else?)
I need to buy a replacement Flex Cable Ribbon with Charger Port and Mic. I've only found two sites that have the correct one for the Verizon GS4.
gounlock.com/details.php?itemId=9624
etradesupply.com/oem-samsung-galaxy-s4-sch-i545-charging-port-flex-cable-ribbon.html
Has anyone bought from these sites before or could recommend a better one?
I bought stuff from etradesupply. Only complaint is they charge $15 for shipping. So get all you need in one order.
I have used etradesupply and have seen various companies vouch for them. Shipping a little pricey, so I ordered anything I thought I could need in one order to save in the long run. But the parts I got were quality. Only thing I didn't like is they stamped all the parts with their logo, a little blue circle with the letters ETS inside. Nothing a little alcohol and cotton swab couldn't easily remove though.
Thanks for the advice you two. I'm going to go ahead and order extra parts like you said just in case.