Since I got my Samsung Galaxy Note 3, I have wanted to use an extended battery with it, to reduce my well-founded fear of running out of power. But finding a cover for an extended battery to protect my expensive phone has not been easy. However, I may have found a solution who also let me use the NFC and wireless functionality of the phone.
The Seidio DILEX Extended Case with Metal Kickstand for Samsung Galaxy Note 3 is made for the Seidio Innocell 4800mAh extended battery. But pictures showed that the battery was as big as other, larger capacity batteries. And Seido apparently use the same type of back cover as others. From pictures, it looked just like my Anker 6400mAh extended battery. So I decided to try it out, and it fitted perfectly.
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For the NFC and wireless functionality to work, I used the original Samsung Galaxy Note 3 wireless charging battery cover. I removed the charging pad from the cover, cut a small part from it who interfered with the extended battery and fastened the contact points with duct tape.
As you can see in this youTube video, everything works with my original Samsung wireless charger.
Possible problems. The Seidio DILEX extended battery case is a little slippery, and may not offer as good grip and corner protection as the Balistic case I used before. The wireless charging did not work with a cheap Fasttech charger I had. I believe the kickstand may cause problems. It's metal, and it cause the cover to bulge out more.
All in all I'm satisfied with the cover. I think it looks good, it feels solid and the buttons work fine. It does add extra protection. The kickstand is a nice bonus.
Great review. Thank you for that. Just as I'm about to pull the trigger on this one, I came across the Seidio LEDGER view extended case. The back has got to be the same size as the DILEX to allow for the Anker 6400 mah. Either way, I'll order one of these today. I post a review if I end up getting the LEDGER.
Thanks again!
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BoozeMover said:
Great review. Thank you for that. Just as I'm about to pull the trigger on this one, I came across the Seidio LEDGER view extended case. The back has got to be the same size as the DILEX to allow for the Anker 6400 mah. Either way, I'll order one of these today. I post a review if I end up getting the LEDGER.
Thanks again!
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That's a nice setup... might consider it for when I am out traveling. I wont be going qi charging with it though as that won't be needed while I am traveling.
eddott said:
For the NFC and wireless functionality to work, I used the original Samsung Galaxy Note 3 wireless charging battery cover. I removed the charging pad from the cover, cut a small part from it who interfered with the extended battery and fastened the contact points with duct tape.
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Could you go into detail about how your extracted the coils and circuits from the wireless charging cover? I'm playing with one and it seems pretty well stuck together and I'd rather not break the internals and have to pay for another one.
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Could you go into detail about how your extracted the coils and circuits from the wireless charging cover? I'm playing with one and it seems pretty well stuck together and I'd rather not break the internals and have to pay for another one.
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It's covered in the wireless charger thread, for instance this post by sometimesido.
sometimesido said:
When you get the samsung wireless charging cover, look at the inside of the cover. They glued the plastic panel that the charging coil is, on to the outer cover.
You pry the inner plastic panel from outer cover by inserting a small flathead screw driver and twist to break the glue points.
After that, you very gently break off the melted plastic "points" that the shiny metal part is attached to. You will see what I mean when you get one.
The charging coil has a sticky pad attached to the plastic panel, you very gently "peel" it off, not to bend or break any parts.
After that, you line up the connecting points to the battery and nfc(?). You can either tape it to the phone or figure out a way to mount it to the factory battery cover.
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You can see some pictures here.
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This looks interesting to me. Since it will take Seidio forever to offer accessories. I need something to tide me over.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/BLACK-REAR-...651685?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3f0ea544a5
I ordered one. I had gotten the krussell extra-large holster case, but it is waaaay too big, so I'll be shipping that back to amazon.
I'll post a followup. The only worrisome thing is from the pictures it might be cheap in that the backing is only one width and doesn't taper to the top edge of the phone.
Let me know how the holster is with that case
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i believe those are PureGears. They made that same design for the iPhone. Insanely good price and didn't add a crazy bulk to the iPhone for having case+holster.
I saw seido holster from the galaxy captivate worked with the S2 though
I have a holster for my captivate from seidio. It doesn't fit, too small. I wonder if you were to get the one of the combo packs and not use the shell if it would fit though. I may order one just to check.
I went ahead and ordered the case from ebay also. I will review when it comes in.
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i believe those are PureGears. They made that same design for the iPhone. Insanely good price and didn't add a crazy bulk to the iPhone for having case+holster.
I saw seido holster from the galaxy captivate worked with the S2 though
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tycon said:
This looks interesting to me. Since it will take Seidio forever to offer accessories. I need something to tide me over.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/BLACK-REAR-...651685?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3f0ea544a5
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Thanks for the link. Just ordered one. I too like Seidio because of their case holster combo. This will do till it finally comes out.
Ok, the case came today and I like it a lot.
The clasp has a built in stand:
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The clasp rotates 360 degrees:
and you can store the phone screen out or screen in:
Two problems with it:
1. The secondary mic is covered up. I plan on drilling a hole with the dremel to open it up.
2. Because of the top tab (see first image) you can only choose to have the USB available or the headphones available when it's in the holster, but not both. Again a small cut-out in the tab could make it not block the headphones, which I might do as well.
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if you have time can you post more pics or a vid. i would like to see how it looks like out of the holster or how it looks with the screen facing out. thanks in advance
edit: oh i forgot to mention. there are different colors too.
Front facing:
Volume side:
Power side:
Thanks. I wish they would sell just the holster, separately. It seems the tpu case i have right now would fit no problem
I just ordered one as well
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Mine came in the other day. Its great. Only thing I don't like is its hard to slide in.and.out of the holster. Probably will break in.
Also it fits perfect in the infuse dock with the case on! !
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Yep, it took about 50-75 pulls before it started to easily slide in and out.
I just ordered mine too i figured if the case did cover the noise cancelation mic the current dearth rink case i have on it doesn't and it will probably fit in that holster. win win
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and you can store the phone screen out or screen in:
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When it is in the holster in the face-out position, is it stable? Can I go for a jog with it on my belt and not worry about it?
Also, has anyone tried this holster with any other case? And will it work face-out as well?
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When it is in the holster in the face-out position, is it stable? Can I go for a jog with it on my belt and not worry about it?
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It's very stable. The face-out position has more friction to it than the face-in position. Both positions don't budge when seated, but it will take more force to remove it from the face out position.
Ordering one now
I'm using the holster with The Agf case with the leather insert from the att store. I had to do a few easy mods to make it slide in easier but I'm diggin this combo.
The case that comes with the holster doesn't protect the phone as much as I'd like.
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Well the case has done it's duty, it's got quite a few bumps and bruises and I managed to break the thin strip at the bottom of the case. So I ordered another one.
This looks like the same thing, just a few bucks cheaper.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006J4E6MO/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&m=A30XRGG45X0IFD
Got mine in October. Just broke it last week. Liked it enough to order another one.
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RooCase has 2 models of cover. I bought the lighter one that was supposed to be 6 oz. While it doesn't add much weight and bulk, it is noticeable.
It is a nice fitting cover, seems well made and proper openings for all the ports.
However on 3 sides the cover has what I call flanges - not a smooth rounded form fitting way to close in the sides.
While I have neither the base nor the keyboard portfolio, the flanges might prevent proper usage without removing the TPT from the case.
I'll let you know next month when they arrive.
The only other thing is that it would have been nice to have magnetic closure on the cover.
Not for an Apple affect but so it the case is dropped the cover will remain closed and offering a little more protection to the face of the tablet.
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RooCase has 2 models of cover. I bought the lighter one that was supposed to be 6 oz. While it doesn't add much weight and bulk, it is noticeable.
It is a nice fitting cover, seems well made and proper openings for all the ports.
However on 3 sides the cover has what I call flanges - not a smooth rounded form fitting way to close in the sides.
While I have neither the base nor the keyboard portfolio, the flanges might prevent proper usage without removing the TPT from the case.
I'll let you know next month when they arrive.
The only other thing is that it would have been nice to have magnetic closure on the cover.
Not for an Apple affect but so it the case is dropped the cover will remain closed and offering a little more protection to the face of the tablet.
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can you Share the pictures ?
Although the OP did not provide a link, I think these are the two models he is referring about.
rooCASE Exectuive Portfilio Leather Case Cover for Thinkpad 1838 (zipper style)
rooCASE Dual-View Multi-Angle Leather Folio Case Cover for Thinkpad 1838
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I got the Executive case and have had it for about a week now. It's solidly made and is very protective. Plenty of padding to protect it from drops at reasonable heights.
The removable housing that the tablet is actually inserted in is quite nice for handling the tablet in once you get to where you need to be with it. It attaches by velcro.
Some gripes I have with it (all minor): Slightly more difficult to press buttons in the soft menu bar, since I used to swipe up from the bottom to press them. Speaker is partially obstructed (though no notable decrease in volume or quality). If you attach your pen with the cable you will have to untie it to take the tablet out of the housing. More significantly, you cannot access the resest/sim/sd panel while it is the housing.
Pictures (can't link or post images yet):
i.imgur.com/8UH3o.jpg
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i.imgur.com/RGMlZ.jpg (obstructed SD Card panel)
i.imgur.com/IR5Lo.jpg
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The case doubles the weight of the tablet, but I was expecting that and I wanted the better padding for protection.
Seems to be a very durable case and I don't see myself ever looking for an alternative.
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I got the Executive case and have had it for about a week now. It's solidly made and is very protective. Plenty of padding to protect it from drops at reasonable heights.
The removable housing that the tablet is actually inserted in is quite nice for handling the tablet in once you get to where you need to be with it. It attaches by velcro.
Some gripes I have with it (all minor): Slightly more difficult to press buttons in the soft menu bar, since I used to swipe up from the bottom to press them. Speaker is partially obstructed (though no notable decrease in volume or quality). If you attach your pen with the cable you will have to untie it to take the tablet out of the housing. More significantly, you cannot access the resest/sim/sd panel while it is the housing.
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The case doubles the weight of the tablet, but I was expecting that and I wanted the better padding for protection.
Seems to be a very durable case and I don't see myself ever looking for an alternative.
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Just wanted to give a quick review of the non-executive version of this case. I got it for ~23 bucks on overstock a few weeks ago.
The inner section of it is exactly like the pictures above, and the outer section basically is a leather slab cover that attaches via velcro to one side of the tablet, and has a small (albeit weak) magnet on the other side to stay on.
Overall, I'm okay with it considering there werent too many options, but I wish there was something a bit lighter or something that just covered the front (the thinkpad's already got a meaty backside). It's weird that this thing is almost as thick as my macbook.
Prefer metal cover instead of PU leather case on the back N3,get to know some aluminum alloy cover yet seems it's a little bit wired with the appearance of an iPhone knock-off,if anybody tried this kind of case and if it will block the signals ?
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Prefer metal cover instead of PU leather case on the back N3,get to know some aluminum alloy cover yet seems it's a little bit wired with the appearance of an iPhone knock-off,if anybody tried this kind of case and if it will block the signals ?
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As of a couple of weeks ago, there were two variants of the "iPhone-type" metal case. One used two microscrews to secure the back cover, the other used a "tab/slot" method.
I purchased one of each for evaluation from eBay. The one using the two screws required me to remove the back cover of the Note 3 to properly fit, yet the overall "thickness" between this case and the other is the same (or so negligible that I couldn't tell). Both cases have two round buttons for the volume, but the microscrew case has an oblong button for the power, whereas the tab/slot case has a round button for the power. Another (important) difference is the microscrew case has a raised lip around the camera lens, so it offers some protection, whereas the tab/slot case is flat, and the camera lens DOES protrude a bit, exposing it to risk of scratching. The oblong button, in my opinion, looks better.
You would think that the tab/slot case would be more susceptible to having the back plate fall out (and the phone with it), but, in actual use, it is quite secure, and I doubt that it would fail (especially since your natural hold keeps the tabs "squeezed" to the frame anyway). However, I suppose if you dropped the case, the back panel could pop out, whereas the microscrew case would not (although, the microscrew case is only secured by screws on ONE side, and the other side is still a tab/slot).
As for actual use, (I'm on USA TMobile), I did NOT notice any signal degradation whatsoever... I got the same number of bars as I always did without the case. I didn't do a scientific signal measurement... just a subjective look at the bars, but really... it worked perfectly fine, and isn't that what is most important?
HOWEVER, it completely negated the NFC (ie, it did NOT work), and it also prohibits QI Inductive Charging. So keep that in mind. Bluetooth and WiFI did not seem to be affected.
Another thing to consider... the openings around the USB charge port are not very big. I had to file the hole larger on the tab/slot case so my USB cable could completely plug into the phone. The microscrew case was large enough, but just barely. I did not try it with the Samsung supplied USB3 cord.
So what's the final verdict? I think the tab/slot case is better, as it did not require me to remove the back cover of the phone, and as I stated above, it was no thicker than the other (maybe the aluminum gauge is thinner?). You also don't need to carry around a screwdriver (and you'll need a VERY small screwdriver tip) if you ever have to take your phone out of the case.
Ultimately, I chose neither one, as the aluminum is quite slippery in your hand. Instead, I went with a Seidio Surface case, The Seidio also has a kickstand, which I needed.
The aluminum cases do look nice, if you like the iPhone look, but after using them for a week, I got tired of the look and went back to the black Seidio. The black color makes the phone look less imposing... the aluminum just makes the phone look bigger. I suppose if you got the black aluminum instead of the silver, it would look thinner. Also, just FYI... I also purchased an aluminum bumper and one of those cheap "brushed aluminum" back covers to see if I could get a "thinner" profile but with the same looks... don't waste your time... it didn't look all that great, and the aftermarket back covers are THICKER than the stock Samsung cover, so it makes the bumper a very tight fit.
For reference, here are listings from eBay that are representative of the cases I purchased (no guarantee that these "listings" will be viewable after a few weeks). If I decide to not be so lazy, I might take some photos of the two cases and post them... but for now:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/291001851272
http://www.ebay.com/itm/200974399049
Hope this helps.
Had something similar on my tmobile S4 yes it killed signal in weak areas, ended up throwing it away.
This is my second kick stand mod. I wish I could find accesories like this so I didn't have to mod one. Below is my first mod with and after market sview cover with kickstand before I could find them anywhere. The link below it is the closest I could find thats similar that's affordable that does not cover the chrome sides. If you dont have a screen protector I wouldnt recommend using any sview type cover as there is a slight chance dust or dirt can get in between and scratch your screen. Happened to me even though the s view cover was felt material inside. So I now have a tempered glass on my phone.
Sview with kickstand mod
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2581200
Ebay one
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=251390505761
Seidio (covers the side) and another ebay seller makes (cant find link) but they're over $25.
For everyday use I found the sview cover a PITA to have to open and close the sview to make calls, text, check email, take picture (regular mode). So I only use it when I need extra protection on the screen. So I've been using the stock OEM battery cover but I missed the kickstand and I've been looking for a non slippery battery cover with kickstand on ebay but I cant find one yet. I use skinomi skin so I can't use one that covers the sides. So I just made one for now till someone comes out with one.
Bought this on ebay for my gf but came damaged so I used the kickstand from it
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Cut out the frame around the kickstand with a dremmel and shaped it. Also made it thinner so I didnt stick out so much after I glued it to the back cover. I dremmeled from the bottom and just enough so the kickstand pins are still in their slot.
On the battery cover I cut a rectangular hole the size of the kick stand. The kickstand comes off so I just taped it on the back and traced it so i cut the exact size. Also made notches on one side of the cut so the kickstand pins have a pivoting point.
Then I just glued it to the back. It still a little thick so I may shave it down some more. But so far it's holding up pretty good.
This could either be good or bad. It kinda angles the phone up a little so its not so flat but very minimal. I kinda like it since it's angled more towards me in portrait.
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I don't know why. I laughed when I saw the Samsung logo on the kickstand.
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I don't know why. I laughed when I saw the Samsung logo on the kickstand.
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Haha. It does look kinda weird but I never see it since the back is always faced down. Maybe I'll put something behind the battery cover.
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My 3rd battery cover mod but with an aftermerket fake leather one. This one is thicker so the kickstand doesnt stick out. The only thing I don't like is that it's not as grippy as OEM. But it's a lot more durable with the kickstand than the OEM mod.
Angle cut so when you pull the stand the base won't ever pop out just to be on the safe side after you glue it.
Once glued and completely dry (give it at least 12 hours or buy a glue accelator from a hobby store to speed drying in seconds), dremmel off the excess but just enuff to make the cover more flat and that you don't dremmel off the Kickstand pins support at the hinge side.
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Respect! great work for a DIY job!
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Pretty cool! I rarely ever used the kickstand on any of my Evo's though.
Where did you purchase the 3rd party battery cover? I'm looking for a new one, but most I've seen are thicker than the OEM cover. The one you found looks pretty nice. Hopefully the seller of yours also offers them in white
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I have been waiting for a company to produce this. I think I'm going to do this mod instead. Thanks for the links.
Thanks for the comment guys. But Ya if they just made something like this I wouldn't have mod one. Stanglifemike let me get the eBay link. They come in white. It is still thicker by about 1mm.
Here you go. It took like 2 weeks and half though til I received it.
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=36082636422
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I have been waiting for a company to produce this. I think I'm going to do this mod instead. Thanks for the links.
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Which one are you planning to do? I added a few diagram if you're going to do the thicker aftermarket one.
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Update:
Since I liked the gripiness of OEM and the slight thickness of the aftermarket one allows me to have a flushed kickstand. I decided to combine both.
Peeled off the fake leather on my modified aftermarket
Used the removed fake leather to trace the hole I needed to cut in the OEM. After that I shaved off the extra tabs and lines from OEM (left) and trimmed the sides so it fits on the aftermarket. Shaved a little bit off the back of the aftermarket market so it the OEM sits more flush
Glued them together
Its (left) about 1mm thicker than stock (right). So I'm pretty happy with the result.
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Very good idea
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Retails here for ~65USD.
http://www.shopandroid.com/iottie-easy-one-touch-qi-wireless-car-mount-charger/3A78A21125.htm
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Disclaimer: I was not paid for this review. I did not get this for free but I did get a little discount from a coupon code I had lol.
I was in the the market for a wireless car charger. I have had one in the past, but the location of my Nexus 6 coil was too located to low for it. So my quest to get the perfect one was on! Upon reviews and forums, I was looking at both the iottie and TYLT wireless car chargers. I was initially leaning towards the TYLT one, but the proprietary plug was the deal breaker for me. I didnt need yet another different cable running in my truck. I already have my cool flux capacitor cig charger in place and would hate to lose it! In any case, I then moved my research to the iottie ones. I have heard decent things and first looked at the iottie flex wireless car charger. This looked like the one! But, I saw there were two versions. The flex and the one touch one. What geared me towards the one Easy One Touch version was that of the many MANY ways you can angle and telescope the mount to view your phone. Being having a heavy and big Nexus 6, I liked the various sizes it can accommodate.
When receiving it, I played with all the various gears and levers and screws and found that that this was very well thought out. However, I cant figure out why they put the suction lever to activate the suction cup was underneath the main arm. But its out of the way so thats one thing I guess. The suction cup is clear but has that SUPER suction adhesive that you can rinse off to reconsitute the adhesive, similar to the airdock mounts and various other iottie products use. This sucker is strong! The charger comes with a plate that has more of this sticky suction cups but I already have one mounted so I used that one. Good back up though.
Another fantastic thing is how you insert and remove the phone from the charger. This is the first mount I have ever used that when you put in the phone to charge, you slide it into the back button that snaps the sides in and will lock into place when stops. Awesome. And to remove, simply cup your hand like you are to remove the device and press the two button/levers on the side and pinch together to release into your hand. No issue at all. I am using a Spigen Ultra hybrid case and the Nexus 6 JUST BARELY FITS to lock into place. With the adjustable chin, it is just perfect.
Oh was it a proprietary cable? NOPE, good ol micro usb! Love it even more!
Any questions? Ask away!
I have the iOttie One Touch XL and I love it, but now that I have a Supcase Bettle case on it, it barely fits anymore. I measured my phone with the case on it and is now 3.5" wide. The one you reviewed lists as 3.3" wide. Do you have your phone in a case? If so, which one and do you have any issues getting it to fit?
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I have the iOttie One Touch XL and I love it, but now that I have a Supcase Bettle case on it, it barely fits anymore. I measured my phone with the case on it and is now 3.5" wide. The one you reviewed lists as 3.3" wide. Do you have your phone in a case? If so, which one and do you have any issues getting it to fit?
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I have the Spigen Ultra hybrid in gunmetal and it just fits. And no issues getting it in and out. And stays sturdy. I did say so in the review. I had to re-read it lol.
Thanks for the quick reply. Might have to reconsider this one if it BARELY fits. Probably just like how it fits into my iOttie XL mount right now.
mohcho said:
Thanks for the quick reply. Might have to reconsider this one if it BARELY fits. Probably just like how it fits into my iOttie XL mount right now.
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Have you tried the iOttie Easy Flex Wireless one?
http://www.shopandroid.com/iottie-easy-flex-wireless-qi-standard-charging-car-mount/3A78A17740.htm
Looks like it closes to the max of 3.5 inches where the XL fits to 3.3.
I don't know, the problem with the Easy Flex Wireless is that the mount is so short, so hanging it off the windshield might make it hard to reach.