I know most people who try to exersize with their note...well find problems haha.
Here's a convienent solution I use when exersizing/running with my note:
Motorola S10-HD Bluetooth headphones...sweatproof and they don't annoyingly bounce. I use power AMP pro with my note and the equalizer does an excellent job in bringing crystal clear quality to the headphones:
http://www.amazon.com/Motorola-S10-HD-Bluetooth-Headphones-Microphone/dp/B004BHCSQC
For running/exersizing wih my note I use a Nathan running pack. It has plenty of room for a naked note and with a casemate tough it fits snug and DOES NOT bounce around. If you use a bumper it might..probably won't fit because bumpers have large protrusions. Otherwise your TPU cases and whatnot will definately fit and can be found here:
http://www.amazon.com/Nathan-Gel-Wa...5QC0/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1332688222&sr=8-6
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Thanks for the pics! I ordered a spibelt a few days ago. I'll post some pics as well.
YouTube product overview of the Nathan gel pack:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQdqd0GzOrY&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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those headphones are great... only my damn head is too big. they don't fit comfortably...
I'm going to order one of these for running:
http://www.nikingstore.com/shop/sport-armband-case-for-samsung-galaxy-note-i9220-465.html
http://www.obostore.com/armband-arm-case-pouch-for-samsung-galaxy-note-p-4174.html
When I wear long pants I carry it in my pocket just fine. With shorts it swings around too much because of the partially detached pockets in shorts. I've been carrying it in my hand when I run but my luck will eventually run out doing it that way.
Ray_Banci said:
I know most people who try to exersize with their note...well find problems haha.
Here's a convienent solution I use when exersizing/running with my note:
Motorola S10-HD Bluetooth headphones...sweatproof and they don't annoyingly bounce. I use power AMP pro with my note and the equalizer does an excellent job in bringing crystal clear quality to the headphones:
http://www.amazon.com/Motorola-S10-HD-Bluetooth-Headphones-Microphone/dp/B004BHCSQC
For running/exersizing wih my note I use a Nathan running pack. It has plenty of room for a naked note and with a casemate tough it fits snug and DOES NOT bounce around. If you use a bumper it might..probably won't fit because bumpers have large protrusions. Otherwise your TPU cases and whatnot will definately fit and can be found here:
http://www.amazon.com/Nathan-Gel-Wa...5QC0/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1332688222&sr=8-6
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Can you post a pic of it on? Does it sit on your arm or what? I've been held to the treadmill because of the size of the phone, LOL....and with a rubberized case, it doesn't slide off the treadmill, but I miss the streets! As a chic, it's kinda hard to strap this thing to my arm! LOL!
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Can you post a pic of it on? Does it sit on your arm or what? I've been held to the treadmill because of the size of the phone, LOL....and with a rubberized case, it doesn't slide off the treadmill, but I miss the streets! As a chic, it's kinda hard to strap this thing to my arm! LOL!
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Its not an armband lol its more of a phanny pack that's backwards it wraps around your waist. When I get the chance ill post pics with it on
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Does it bounce at all? Tried a phanny pack once, it bounced all over! Searching, I found a few arm bands on Ebay, but man, even the iphone arm bands could never be tight enough on my arms.
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Does it bounce at all? Tried a phanny pack once, it bounced all over! Searching, I found a few arm bands on Ebay, but man, even the iphone arm bands could never be tight enough on my arms.
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Like it starts to bounce once you start running but eventually it gets into a comfortable position and rests perfectly. You can jump do pushups lift with it on its perfect!
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Rather be fat then wear a fanny pack
I never had good luck with those moto headphones. To me they sounded like crap and bounced all over the place with the weight on the headband. I ended up going with a cheap pair of rocketfish which have served me wonderfully for a couple years now. I do all my PT in a gym so I leave my phone with my bottle and towel on the floor beside whatever machine I'm on other then an eliptical or treadmill which have cup holders. But I leave my note in my truck locked up and use my old unlocked Vibrant. Has a ton of music and if it gets stolen I'll remote wipe it and be find an alternative.
http://www.google.com/products/cata...=X&ei=9tF5T7ecEISXgweu9OGRDw&ved=0CGMQ8wIwAA#
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Raher be fat then wear a fanny pack
I never had good luck with those moto headphones. To me they sounded like crap and bounced all over the place with the weight on the headband. I ended up going with a cheap pair of rocketfish which have served me wonderfully for a couple years now. I do all my PT in a gym so I leave my phone with my bottle and towel on the floor beside whatever machine I'm on other then an eliptical or treadmill which have cup holders. But I leave my note in my truck locked up and use my old unlocked Vibrant. Has a ton of music and if it gets stolen I'll remote wipe it and be find an alternative.
http://www.google.com/products/cata...=X&ei=9tF5T7ecEISXgweu9OGRDw&ved=0CGMQ8wIwAA#
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To be honest man, I have a completely different experience. The weight of the headphones hover like...they gently rest on the back of your neck when you run, the only way you notice them is the feeling on your ears. I've done situps with them on so there is absolutely no interference. I think this works universally for women, although for men our head sizes greatly vary so it "kinda" depends
Also about the music:
power amp pro changes your entire music life, the equalizers really really REALLY enhance the music quality enabling you to get crystal clear quality. I do admit their not stunningly crisp but their sweatproof workingout bt headphones. If u want bt quality for not too expensive I HIGHLY suggest anybody to buy artic Lansing bt headphones (I have them and they sound better than my wired planetronics with bass boosters)
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To be honest man, I have a completely different experience. The weight of the headphones hover like...they gently rest on the back of your neck when you run, the only way you notice them is the feeling on your ears. I've done situps with them on so there is absolutely no interference. I think this works universally for women, although for men our head sizes greatly vary so it "kinda" depends
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I just couldnt get used to them. Maybe my head was too narrow , maybe I had a previous version before some adjustments were made, and maybe I just had a bad pair. Who knows. I really wanted to like them as the low profile seemed perfect. But that's why there are more then one of just about everything, no such thing as a true one size fits all.
PS...your still wearing a fanny pack
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So twice now I've brought armband, once off Ebay and once off Cellphoneshop.net and neither of them fit. ebay one won't fit at all, the cellphoneshop.net one barely barely fit with no case on, but the cover don't really close properly and the headphone jack hole is on the wrong side!
Anyone know a good jogging armband with clear face cover that will fit the EVO 3D? preferably with a TPU case on.
Is so frustrating when seller advertise something as for our phone and its actually some generic crap!
I'll throw this out there in case it ends up working out for your. I used to try finding clear cases and arm bands but they never really worked very well and I ended up prefering the phone near my waist and running my headphones inside the back of my shirt.
It works great for my uses. I love it for jogging/working out/shooting around (basketball).
SPIbelt sells jogging belts, bands, etc.
http://www.spibelt.com/spibelt.php
http://store.spibelt.com/Waterresistantspibelt-p/7bl-a001-001-waterres.htm
It does not have a clear face. It's just a slim water resistant pouch/belt that you can order to fit your phone. I just specfied "pouch for HTC EVO" when I ordered mine.
Again it does not have a clear face and I wouldn't even say it's "easily accessible". But for holding your phone securely while being very active (I use it for jogging, lifting and shoot arounds) it is very secure. I strap it around my waist and you forget it's there.
Just thought I would throw it out.
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So twice now I've brought armband, once off Ebay and once off Cellphoneshop.net and neither of them fit. ebay one won't fit at all, the cellphoneshop.net one barely barely fit with no case on, but the cover don't really close properly and the headphone jack hole is on the wrong side!
Anyone know a good jogging armband with clear face cover that will fit the EVO 3D? preferably with a TPU case on.
Is so frustrating when seller advertise something as for our phone and its actually some generic crap!
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I went through the same PITA.
Finally found this one which fits beautifully... the little holes for the headphones can be a awkward depending on your plug style/size, but other than that it is the best I've found:
http://www.iarmbands.com/Arm-Band-Armband-for-HTC-EVO-3D-CAB-EVO3d.htm?categoryId=-1
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I went through the same PITA.
Finally found this one which fits beautifully... the little holes for the headphones can be a awkward depending on your plug style/size, but other than that it is the best I've found:
http://www.iarmbands.com/Arm-Band-Armband-for-HTC-EVO-3D-CAB-EVO3d.htm?categoryId=-1
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I'm coming to the conclusion i need to buy the expensive armband also, but I was worry they are just more expensive version of the cheap stuff too.
Can you please let me know if the iarmbands one would work with a TPU case on? if it can then it would be perfect. as far as the headphone holes goes i'm not TOO concern, my headphones have very slim jack, and worse come to worse i can always enlarge the hole a little, as long as its in the right general location
bitslizer said:
I'm coming to the conclusion i need to buy the expensive armband also, but I was worry they are just more expensive version of the cheap stuff too.
Can you please let me know if the iarmbands one would work with a TPU case on? if it can then it would be perfect. as far as the headphone holes goes i'm not TOO concern, my headphones have very slim jack, and worse come to worse i can always enlarge the hole a little, as long as its in the right general location
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Yes I have the Seidio case on it and it fit just fine I will try and get some pictures up for ya latter on tonight...
m3Jorge said:
I went through the same PITA.
Finally found this one which fits beautifully... the little holes for the headphones can be a awkward depending on your plug style/size, but other than that it is the best I've found:
http://www.iarmbands.com/Arm-Band-Armband-for-HTC-EVO-3D-CAB-EVO3d.htm?categoryId=-1
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Just ordered one so we'll see how it works out.
From the Sensation boards: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=16715676&postcount=4
Shady Gambino said:
Arkon's XL-Armband fits the Sensation. I have one with the Incipio NGP case and it fits with the case on.
We designed the armband to fit most phones with screen sizes from 3.7" - 4.3". I've tested it with the Sensation as seen above, Thunderbolt (with TPU case), Droid 3, Droid X 2 and a couple others and they fit.
http://www.arkon.com/sports_armband/#xlarmband
$17.95
*Sorry for the annoying servo noise, I had to use a DSLR to record the video since I was using my live Sensation as a model and the auto focus was on :\
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Pics with the EVO 3D:
It fits a naked EVO 3D nicely, I'd say it would probably fit with a TPU case.
Got my case from iArmband today and I'mot impressed at all. The holes don't line up at all for the headphone jack, it's more of a generic size then specifically for the 3D and the arm strap is way too short.
Edit... So I received an email from iArmbands about my issues with this item. They apologized for the inconvenience and issued a full refund. They also told me to go ahead and keep the product as well...pretty outstanding customer service if you ask me.
I just received this from Amazon...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005PR3IC0/ref=oh_o00_s00_i00_details
not sure if i like it...it seams secure, but i had a problem with it on a bike ride today and i think im going to send it back...anyone have a good one that they recomend?
i thought about getting one for my bike also, but then for some reason i don't think i want my expensive phone getting crushed if i happen to fall over or hit something.
surprisingly that never went through my head with my iphone.
Trident offers a bike mount for their Kraken case, which should be released soon. I've used RAM mounts before, very very sturdy.
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not sure if i like it...it seams secure, but i had a problem with it on a bike ride today and i think im going to send it back...anyone have a good one that they recomend?
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I ride with my wifes old Aria in an Otterbox (REAL Otterbox) + standard 4 hole GPS mount motorcycle mount. It stays in place pretty well, but no way to interact with the phone, so I gotta leave the screen on, and the box isn't that clear, has some amount of frosting to it, although I haven't had any problems reading through it.
Plusses are it's waterproof and pretty bomb proof, so if I get caught in the rain or wreck, the phone should be safe. It'd really be nice to be able to interact with it though. I have to stop, pop the latches, open the lid...
The Note actually fits in it if I take off the phone case, but I don't think I'll be riding with it like that.
Anywho, if you want, I'll look up the exact things I got.
I don't think it's a good idea to mount a bike on the Note. It's not that big...
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khaytsus said:
I ride with my wifes old Aria in an Otterbox (REAL Otterbox) + standard 4 hole GPS mount motorcycle mount. It stays in place pretty well, but no way to interact with the phone, so I gotta leave the screen on, and the box isn't that clear, has some amount of frosting to it, although I haven't had any problems reading through it.
Anywho, if you want, I'll look up the exact things I got.
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Do you have a link for the mount? (and the case)
Thanks
I got the Samsung Car Holder for the Note which holds it very securely . It seems to have the same ball connector. Maybe it would fit together with the handle holder instead of the Window thingy. Just a thought.
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If you buy the trident kraken ams case there is a bike clip attatchment accessory you can buy seperately on the website! !
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Those squeezable mounts suck. Sorry for your loss. I have used these, http://www.ebay.com/itm/Cycling-Bik...962477?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3375756eed. From ebay, and Asia. But they have worked out. You can find different sellers for them.
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Thanks
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The note with a VERY THIN case will fit in this Otterbox. A normal silicon or TPU it wont' fit, or will just barely fit. And remember, you can't interact with the phone in the case! Although with a dremel, you could possibly have a pretty tough case that you could touch though, although it'd obviously be less bomb-proof and you'd have to do something for water resistance. As-is, it's almost bombproof and waterproof.
OtterBox 2000 Series WaterProof Case
http://www.amazon.com/OtterBox-2000-Series-WaterProof-Case/dp/B000EM2O2G
Arkon GN032-AMPS Bicycle and Motorcycle Mount with 4-AMPS Connection Compatible with RAM GPS Holders (Black)
http://www.amazon.com/Arkon-GN032-AMPS-Motorcycle-Connection-Compatible/dp/B003FMUP14
To attach I just templated the holes on the case with the mount, drilled. To maintain water resistance, I put a piece of an old intertube between the mount and the case, just a bit of silicone, and screwed down tight. I've dunked it in in the sink, nothing. The screws on the inside I put duct tape over just in case anything rubs, but I put together a piece of cut-up foam in there to secure the Aria I normally use in the case.
Suggestions? I just finally got in my first case.. white leather pouch from Sena. After one day at the gym I can already tell I don't want to be taking that to the gym with me as it's getting dirty already.
Any suggestions?
-Cheap
-Protective
-Easily comes on and off- will only use at gym don't want it to be a pain
I remember people were saying those reiko cases were very protective for dirt cheap but it looks like on ebay they're sold out.
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Suggestions? I just finally got in my first case.. white leather pouch from Sena. After one day at the gym I can already tell I don't want to be taking that to the gym with me as it's getting dirty already.
Any suggestions?
-Cheap
-Protective
-Easily comes on and off- will only use at gym don't want it to be a pain
I remember people were saying those reiko cases were very protective for dirt cheap but it looks like on ebay they're sold out.
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personally I didn't feel very safe bringing my note to the gym. bigger phone = bigger target for dropped dumbells.
I use this:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/LEATHER-CAS...053787?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2569a2999b
Stays well on my shorts. I cut off the top flap.
I also ordered the large spibelt. So far it's great. Stays snug on my abdomen and doesn't get in the way of my workout at all. I didn't think it would be possible to go running with my Note until I got this belt. But not as easy to switch songs.
Wish the Seido surface case + holster would come out already.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1564080
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Thanks I actually did see that topic. Only issue though is I also use an app to record my data after every set and am constantly messing with the music, so I need something that's easily accessible
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Thanks I actually did see that topic. Only issue though is I also use an app to record my data after every set and am constantly messing with the music, so I need something that's easily accessible
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Oh true true. Yeah unless u have the pack in the front yous have to take it in and out! U can just use Bluetooth for your music and let your phone chill on a shelf while your lifting! That's what I do when I got heavy sets and have to record them but I usueally use aa book anyway. Whatevar floats ur boat man hahaha!
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Suggestions? I just finally got in my first case.. white leather pouch from Sena. After one day at the gym I can already tell I don't want to be taking that to the gym with me as it's getting dirty already.
Any suggestions?
-Cheap
-Protective
-Easily comes on and off- will only use at gym don't want it to be a pain
I remember people were saying those reiko cases were very protective for dirt cheap but it looks like on ebay they're sold out.
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Look on ebay or amazon for TPU cases. Thats sounds the best for the gym. Easy to put on and remove. Durable, and really cheap. Theres some TPU cases going for as little as $3.
-Once you go NOTE, you'd say 4 inches a Joke
SKyRocKeting727 said:
Look on ebay or amazon for TPU cases. Thats sounds the best for the gym. Easy to put on and remove. Durable, and really cheap. Theres some TPU cases going for as little as $3.
-Once you go NOTE, you'd say 4 inches a Joke
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yea but where will you keep it during a bench press?
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Punchatron said:
yea but where will you keep it during a bench press?
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In my pocket? I really like the blue tooth idea but I'm not really up to spending the money for a set with good sound quality. Might just go for a dirty cheap tpu
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/BLACK-Gym-J...sung-i9220-Galaxy-Note-GT-N7000-/220990322355
Good for running, might actually work with bench press and bicep workouts. I had one for my skyrocket and it worked well. Just a challenge to change songs when the damn thing is on your arm lol
-Once you go NOTE, you'd say 4 inches a Joke
You could put it somewhere safe and get yourself an expensive pair of bt headphones that let u switch thru songs. thats what i do.
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SKyRocKeting727 said:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/BLACK-Gym-J...sung-i9220-Galaxy-Note-GT-N7000-/220990322355
Good for running, might actually work with bench press and bicep workouts. I had one for my skyrocket and it worked well. Just a challenge to change songs when the damn thing is on your arm lol
-Once you go NOTE, you'd say 4 inches a Joke
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Yeah I like the idea but I don't think it would work well when I'm trying to use my arms and have a compression band wrapped around one.
Blacklabel84 said:
You could put it somewhere safe and get yourself an expensive pair of bt headphones that let u switch thru songs. thats what i do.
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That kind of of goes against my dirt cheap idea.. Might reconsider that route once I get some more money
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Here is your answer for cheap gym case!!
Take a look at this video this has to be the cheapest option and will work great on the note.
http://howto.cnet.com/8301-11310_39-57403641-285/diy-a-dead-simple-workout-armband/?tag=TOCcarouselMain.0
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Take a look at this video this has to be the cheapest option and will work great on the note.
http://howto.cnet.com/8301-11310_39-57403641-285/diy-a-dead-simple-workout-armband/?tag=TOCcarouselMain.0
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That's a pretty good idea. I might use that later in the summer when I start going running. For gym use though I can't have band around my arm. The Reiko cases were up again on eBay so I just bought one of them.
This is what I have:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/160749341425?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
The headphone port hole is not accurate so I had to make a little hole on the left and I'm good to go
I'm looking to find something decent to stick my note 3 in while I use runkeeper on a run. Does anyone use the note 3 for running?
I used to use my s2 (and I still could), but I have a galaxy gear and would like to use the runkeeper app while running. Obviously I can't do that with the s2.
Also I used to use an armband and bought a cheap one for this but it feels and looks ridiculous.
Any ideas?
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Nike hydration belt.
Because attaching a Note 3 to any part of your body is ridiculous.
This is what I was thinking about getting.
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=251348737887
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I'm with hznberg on this one, don't get an armband. I have one (designed for n2 originally), and I feel like a goof running with it. Get yourself a hydration belt/fanny pack. I have a nathans half marathon belt I use now, fits really snug but fits. Still looking for a suitable bluetooth set as the cord gets annoying from that length.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tiVJA8RGH-E
Just make a sock armband
opasha said:
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Just make a sock armband
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This is what I (and my wife with a note 2) use http://www.thegrommet.com/made-in-the-usa/flipbelt-athletic-personal-pack-all
I'm 6'3 and about 190 and I got the large size. It fits a caseless note 3 albeit pretty snug. If I had it to do over, I'd get the XL which would probably fit my cased note but Im fine taking the case off when I run. I also use a samsung bluetooth reciever that accepts a 2.5 jack so I can use whatever buds/headphones I want to plug in. Works out nicely. I put the note in a leather fanny when Im riding though because I need keys, garage opener etc.
I'm sure there are cheaper things out there but I like this
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This is what I (and my wife with a note 2) use http://www.thegrommet.com/made-in-the-usa/flipbelt-athletic-personal-pack-all
I'm 6'3 and about 190 and I got the large size. It fits a caseless note 3 albeit pretty snug. If I had it to do over, I'd get the XL which would probably fit my cased note but Im fine taking the case off when I run. I also use a samsung bluetooth reciever that accepts a 2.5 jack so I can use whatever buds/headphones I want to plug in. Works out nicely. I put the note in a leather fanny when Im riding though because I need keys, garage opener etc.
I'm sure there are cheaper things out there but I like this
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That's pretty sweet. I bought a belt clip sac that had great reviews but ended up hating it. Your option looks much more comfortable. I usually just run with my phone in my hand, lol. I use these bluetooth headphones and love them, they last long and are super easy to pair. The volume is solid too.
http://www.amazon.com/Anker®-Blueto...dphone/dp/B00E13P87M/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
Thanks all! I'm going with Xaviers option, I'm not sure I trust my note 3 in a sock! I use Samsung HS3000 BT receiver which is apt-x and has a 3.5mm jack. Love it and highly recommend.
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this is what I use
http://www.spibelt.com/products/spibelt/large-pocket-spibelt
Works like a charm!
I used to use the one from Naztech for my iPhone 4 and it was really fine and I use it with my ...I got it from a reseller Fommy so you can try may be you find the one for N3 also...and you can also check out at http://www.amazon.com and http://www.ebay.com...there you can get the one for which you are looking for
Still had a few dollar arm band from my note 2 that I purchased on Ebay. Works like a charm with blue tooth headphones its a thing of beauty.
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I use this and love it. Works well and inexpensive. I think about $8
Oh and how is a phanny pack cooler or less awkward looking then an arm band. Phanny packs should stay in the 80's.
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I'll just copy and paste what I put in the Zerolemon thread I imagine this would work with most large cases seeing as the ZL case is huge.
Just in case anyone has been looking for one I found an armband that actually fits with the ZL case, granted it's snug but fits great a little hard to get in at first because of the side grips but once you use it a few times it will loosen up. I searched but didn't see anyone posting about an armband for the N3 that'd fit with the ZL case everything else was for naked or slim cases. I got it for 12 bucks shipped and sent it one day shipping ups which was nice. It came with cheap pink headphones (I just gave them to my kids) they got the same with different headphones for a few bucks more. It's listed for the Galaxy Mega but is perfect for the ZL/N3 combo. Hope this helps someone!
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00G9P1JI2
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Nike hydration belt.
Because attaching a Note 3 to any part of your body is ridiculous.
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YES... you're correct on this. I usually put it in my back pocket on my sweats. Gives me that extra nudge when I wan to stop.
Hey all, just pulled the trigger on a Razer Phone Thin Case and the Hammerhead USB C headphones, and curious to know what others think about the OEM cases.. thanks!
mazubo said:
Hey all, just pulled the trigger on a Razer Phone Thin Case and the Hammerhead USB C headphones, and curious to know what others think about the OEM cases.. thanks!
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I have the thin case and it's really too much money for what it is. It's not going to offer much protection if you drop it. I think it's too slick also. I wish it was grippier.
bjevers said:
I have the thin case and it's really too much money for what it is. It's not going to offer much protection if you drop it. I think it's too slick also. I wish it was grippier.
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How does the case compare to the phone itself,as for the grippiness?
I have one of the thin cases ordered (as well as the screen protector & Hammerhead USB earbuds),due to ship out any day now.........
KOLIOSIS said:
How does the case compare to the phone itself,as for the grippiness?
I have one of the thin cases ordered (as well as the screen protector & Hammerhead USB earbuds),due to ship out any day now.........
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It is better than the bare phone. I feel the phone itself it pretty slick. Wish the case had a little more texture to it.
bjevers said:
It is better than the bare phone. I feel the phone itself it pretty slick. Wish the case had a little more texture to it.
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I would like to see a sandstone textured case,much like the finish on OnePlus' 1+1.
I have a few cases for other phones w/the finish & it feels a lot better than a slick surface.
You don't feel the need to "power grip" your phone w/such a finish,a much better feel-in hand vs smooth cases/surfaces.
bjevers said:
I have the thin case and it's really too much money for what it is. It's not going to offer much protection if you drop it. I think it's too slick also. I wish it was grippier.
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Agree completely it's seriously overpriced for a case. It's nice and all but just go for the "rugged" one people. Do the USB type C earphones have the LED the BT ones have?
Thanks guys! For me, I prefer the "office guy" case; one that's super minimal such as Peel or MNML. The biggest worry for me is scratches on the aluminum of this phone..
Roxas598 said:
Agree completely it's seriously overpriced for a case. It's nice and all but just go for the "rugged" one people. Do the USB type C earphones have the LED the BT ones have?
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I have the USB type C headphones from Razer and they do have the green LEDs. They are constantly on though, unlike the BT breathing ones. :good:
The headphines
I ordered the HammerHead BTs and so far have not had any problems. The supplied ear plugs have been a good size and have been easy to keep clean. For smaller ears the spikes on them can catch the ear lobe of pushed in quite far however they sound as good as any other £100 Bluetooth in ear headphones.
The case
I've always been one to get the case from the supplier of a phone so went with the rugged case. I have always looked after my tech never even cracked or scuffed one so for me the case is for piece of mind that when input it down on a surface I won't scratch the back or camera lenses. Currently the phone is at work on my gaming mouse mat or at home on my other gaming mouse mat. If not on a mouse mat I know is clean then it's in my pocket where nothing else goes in.
Screen Protector.
I've never used on but then I have always been careful and at the back of my mind all previous phones have been apple so have had faith the screen could get replaced if needed.
Considering that I did buy the Razer screen protector but will get a friend to apply it to the phone as it's something I've tried in the past and never been 100% good at and at the £25 price tag I want it to go on without problems.
Still waiting on the case and screen protector but will let you know
The rugged case sure is imo. There's hardly anything rugged about it unless you count paint being matte?
It's not going to survive anything dropped more then 6" on anything other than carpet. ?
It's the word case, plus a top side wall, and 20-30$ more.
Really with some rugged cases would hurry up. Opting for a zippered tactile type pouch until someone produces one.
kungpaoshizi said:
The rugged case sure is imo. There's hardly anything rugged about it unless you count paint being matte?
It's not going to survive anything dropped more then 6" on anything other than carpet.
It's the word case, plus a top side wall, and 20-30$ more.
Really with some rugged cases would hurry up. Opting for a zippered tactile type pouch until someone produces one.
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I've just requested a cancellation of my accessory order (case/screen protector/USB earbuds) :
Bad enough the cases/etc.. are overpriced,but,I get it,new phone/etc... prices drop on all of it in a couple months,if you want savings,wait a bit,but I was willing to pay the admission price of getting it now.
However,Day 5 of my 5-7 day window is here & checking the status,I'm greeted with a longer wait,6-9 business days.
Only way to contact order support is via email,which states a 24 hr. window for response.
Once you get the ticket confirmation,that window is extended to 24-48 hrs.
A real S***** way of conducting business Razer ,future purchases will be via Amazon/Microsoft/e-Bay/etc.... anywhere other than the Razer On-line store.
Ya, as my first was defective with the speaker crackle I opted to change my rma to a return. Then just bought one on Amazon.
I will say though Razer customer service is prolly slammed right now but each time I've done a live chat they've been polite, answered questions, and listened as I've reported a few bugs.
Leaps and bounds better than other places I've dealt with. (Though I'm kinda irked they haven't been pushing messages to the phones about what's up with the sound reduction from patch 1.0, or at least a Twitter update or such)
kungpaoshizi said:
Ya, as my first was defective with the speaker crackle I opted to change my rma to a return. Then just bought one on Amazon.
I will say though Razer customer service is prolly slammed right now but each time I've done a live chat they've been polite, answered questions, and listened as I've reported a few bugs.
Leaps and bounds better than other places I've dealt with. (Though I'm kinda irked they haven't been pushing messages to the phones about what's up with the sound reduction from patch 1.0, or at least a Twitter update or such)
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The chats are fine for tech support, but, that option doesn't exist for order inquiries, no phone call support either, just email for order inquiries.
They've essentially built a firewall for order support, to stall/buy time, it's a tactic I will not encourage, hence, my order cancelation request.
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Just RMA my hammered bt kinda want the usb type c ones instead :/. Also if anyone has pictures of the rugged case both on the phone and off I'd greatly appreciate it
Possible coincidence:
After placing an order cancelation request earlier today (after Razer pushed back the processing/ship date).
They've updated the status to SHIPPED,from Hong Kong to the US, will be here tomorrow.
All's well that ends well, but, I'm still not happy regarding their email firewall regarding order support.
Will post my 2¢ review on the thin case / screen protector & Hammerhead USB-C buds tomorrow.....
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Here's the rugged. Not very rugged.
Please do let us know your thoughts on the USB c buds, was eyeing those myself, really hate wires though.
kungpaoshizi said:
Here's the rugged. Not very rugged.
Please do let us know your thoughts on the USB c buds, was eyeing those myself, really hate wires though.
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I like that,but, I agree with you:
Judging by the picture, calling it a rugged case is laughable. :laugh:
I may get it sometime in the future, but, I've definitely blown my accessory budget on this phone already,will wait for 'em to drop in price on Amazon....
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Ya, the inside has a very thin layer of silicone or something, kinda neoprene like... The only protection I see it giving, is scratch protection and an edge, so the phone can't rest on it's screen.
I've been checking everyday, but so far the only other case is the orzly one that's the crappy silicone ones, or a purse looking foldable wallet thing.
Investigating generic bags etc for phones, or sleeves, but ya, someone needs to make a nice thick protected one that can actually handle drops.
Still awaiting my delivery of my Rugged case and Screen Protector email just saying its shipped like 15mins ago. Will give some feedback once I have them. I bought them mainly to prevent cosmetic damage to the phone from scuffs or dirt or a table when i put it down at a pub or somewhere public where I know it maybe not clean and something to keep the camera lens off the surface. so hope it manages that.
Just received my Razer Accessories moments ago:
Thin Case:
Perfect for minimal protection.
The cutouts,for the power & volume buttons,are a big welcome, especially for the power button.
1) Makes for ease of locating the buttons by feel.
2) Cutouts give an edge/lip, for your finger/thumb to rest while holding the phone with a more relaxed grip.
3) The edges are raised enough to allow for the phone to be placed face-down on a flat surface w/o any worries.
Some may wish for a bit more protection,notably @ the top & bottom, which is fully exposed. I'm pleased with the design as-is, those wanting the mentioned additional protection may want to give the OEM Razer rugged case a look.
Hammerhead USB-C earbuds:
1) Sound quality is good, hard for me to nail down, I'm not an audiophile, but, I feel safe in recommending them (FWIW they also work on my Note FE & Sony Xperia XZP, YMMV on other phones).
2) The volume rocker is nice, it's a true rocker, akin to a wall switch toggle, no searching by feel for tiny dots/arrows.
3) The earbuds are magnetized, to stick to each other while wearing not in-service, a nice touch to prevent losing & and a perfect solution to leave the carrying case at home (more on that later, )
I could do without the nuclear glow-in-the-dark LED-lit snake logo on each ear bud.
I would not have ordered these if I'd known about the glowing logos, but, it's not worth the bother of an RMA refund for me.
May try to black it out w/a permanent marker..
The provided travel pouch is nice, has a small loop for clipping/tethering to whatever.
The overall size of the travel case is not for the yoga pants/skinny-jean crowds, , of which I'm neither, perfectly acceptable for cargo pants/backpacks/etc....
Back to the more meaningful stuff regarding the audio:
As I stated, I'm not an audiophile, but, when using these with the built-in Dolby Atmos, making any adjustments to the settings seems to make no difference in sound quality whatsoever. Compared with another equalizer app & the difference is night & day, along with adjustments in the other equalizer making a difference in sound quality.
Razer/Dolby definitely has their work cut out for them,perhaps the latest update not only muted the external speakers overall volume, but, has broke Dolby Atmos in process.....
Summary:
Would I recommend the thin case:
Absolutely, however, as the name implies, minimal protection is the theme. Those wanting more protection would probably be better served with the Orzly line up ATM, at least until more mfgs step up to the plate.
The USB-C earbuds:
Yes,if for no other reason, you don't wanna chance other mfgs USB-C earbuds not working on this phone. Otherwise, save your money & use your earbuds of choice with the provided dongle.
I actually like the earbuds, especially the volume rocker, but, the neon logo on the earbuds temper my enthusiasm a bit.
Guess I'll grow my hair out a bit more & this point is moot.... :laugh:
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