Hi there,
Would like to find out if anyone has tried and proven good covers/cases/bumpers that are dock-friendly?
Thought this would be a good place to start and share.
Thanks,
Chester
Case-Mate Barely There is dock friendly, just use the 45B plate for the dock will do.
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Case-Mate Barely There is dock friendly, just use the 45B plate for the dock will do.
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none of the docks work for me and I have a casemate barely there case.
im using the dock without any of the adapters.
Shudder123 said:
none of the docks work for me and I have a casemate barely there case.
im using the dock without any of the adapters.
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Case-Mate Barely There works with the official dock DK48, just make sure you use the 45B plate.
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Case-Mate Barely There works with the official dock DK48, just make sure you use the 45B plate.
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i have it and can't fit in any of the plates. charging without the plates works though
no it doesn't....
AKK03 said:
Case-Mate Barely There works with the official dock DK48, just make sure you use the 45B plate.
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I have the Case-Mate Barely There and I can confirm that IT DOES NOT fit with the official Sony magnetic dock using either 45A or 45B inserts. I haven't found a single case that does fit as yet... and charging without using an insert isn't ideal as the slightly knock causes the connection to be lost....
DrWig said:
I have the Case-Mate Barely There and I can confirm that IT DOES NOT fit with the official Sony magnetic dock using either 45A or 45B inserts. I haven't found a single case that does fit as yet... and charging without using an insert isn't ideal as the slightly knock causes the connection to be lost....
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although, just to argue with myself, I've contacted Case-mate and they state that it should fit the magnetic dock. So either I'm being really thick, or my inserts for the DK48 aren't correct, or both......I'm going to recheck tonight!
cheers
DrWig
The DK36 works with the Case Mate Barely there and the wider of the two inserts included in the packaging. It was about $20 on Amazon. It charges pretty quickly as well.
DrWig said:
I have the Case-Mate Barely There and I can confirm that IT DOES NOT fit with the official Sony magnetic dock using either 45A or 45B inserts. I haven't found a single case that does fit as yet... and charging without using an insert isn't ideal as the slightly knock causes the connection to be lost....
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It will fit with 45B insert, unless you have glass screen protector on. The glass will cause 45B to be not fit.
AKK03 said:
It will fit with 45B insert, unless you have glass screen protector on. The glass will cause 45B to be not fit.
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This definitely isn't the case for mine - doesn't fit and I don't have a glass screen protector. However, I've found that it does fit with one of the inserts for the Z3 Compact - 35B, I think it's called - I'd always assumed this insert would be smaller so stupidly hadn't tried it, but perhaps the Z3 Compact is slightly fatter.
I'm not sure whether my case, or the dock is at fault here....
cheers
DrWig
I've done a short review of the Smart window style cover (dock friendly) in this thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=56541197
chesterchen said:
Hi there,
Would like to find out if anyone has tried and proven good covers/cases/bumpers that are dock-friendly?
Thought this would be a good place to start and share.
Chester
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I know this isn't the answer to your question, exactly.. but... I went and looked at the dimensions of the Z3/Z2 and their respective docks and the extra thickness of the Z2 means its dock is just a tiny bit deeper... so I bought one and it accommodates a Z3 with a snap-on shell case *so* much better than the Z3 dock, even with the adapter. The TPU cases still don't fit without struggling to get it in and out though. The Z2 dock is also around half the price (or less).
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Hey guys, thinking of pre-ordering this, what do you all think? I've been interested in a case that covers both my Prime and my soon to have docking station. From what I see, I think it fits my needs. Feel free to share your thoughts.
http://www.amazon.com/MiniSuit-ASUS...TI/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1326373515&sr=8-11
I purchased a case for my Transformer Prime from MinuSuit http://www.amazon.com/MiniSuit-ASUS-Transformer-Leather-like-Multi-View/dp/B006LSCCPG/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1326378944&sr=1-1 and gotta tell you, I love the case! Quality is great, fits perfectly on my TF201... No complaints. I'm sure this case will work out great for you too.
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I purchased a case for my Transformer Prime from MinuSuit ...and gotta tell you, I love the case! Quality is great, fits perfectly on my TF201... No complaints. I'm sure this case will work out great for you too.
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I've been trying to find out if this case has the wholes for the dock? thank you
pudge12 said:
I've been trying to find out if this case has the wholes for the dock? thank you
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The one I posted the link to that I purchased does have the holes where the Prime would connect to the dock.
Sent from my Transformer Prime TF201 using Tapatalk
Yes it does have holes for the dock. No removal of the entire cover needed. The mini-suit is the perfect fit that also support the dock IMO.
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I purchased a case for my Transformer Prime from MinuSuit http://www.amazon.com/MiniSuit-ASUS-Transformer-Leather-like-Multi-View/dp/B006LSCCPG/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1326378944&sr=1-1 and gotta tell you, I love the case! Quality is great, fits perfectly on my TF201... No complaints. I'm sure this case will work out great for you too.
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Thanks! Its alot cheaper so I'll give a shot! I just want a case that protects both the tablet and the keyboard dock.
what about the position of the tablet when in "writing mode"?
The image shows a very steep angle between the keyboard and the screen when using the keyboard.
Will the hinge between dock and tablet hold the screen and the angle you desire?
What if the keyboard is not used the angle cannot be fixed as it is with some other cases. (though they do not have the option for the keyboard)
Not sure if the Poetic case is a rip off of this one or the other way around but I got the Poetic case that looks eaxctly like this one and I love it. I actually dropped my Prime this morning running to the buss stop and was worried to open the case to witness the scratches and/or damage and the case did an excellent job! No damage! I'd highly recommend although I advise against dropping!
I have the MiniSuit case. When it first arrived I was a bit disappointed.
One of the let downs was the fact that the case around the tablet did not have any magnets so the fold kinda flapped around and did not stay shut if the tablet was undocked.
I solved that by putting a couple of adhesive Velcro strips on the top and bottom.
After that!.... It never leaves this case.
http://i.imgur.com/g6Tad.jpg
I have it. I would have like it if the tablet portion of the case would work as a stand when detached from the base. Even with that being said it is a nice case for the money.
antnyp85 said:
I purchased a case for my Transformer Prime from MinuSuit http://www.amazon.com/MiniSuit-ASUS-Transformer-Leather-like-Multi-View/dp/B006LSCCPG/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1326378944&sr=1-1 and gotta tell you, I love the case! Quality is great, fits perfectly on my TF201... No complaints. I'm sure this case will work out great for you too.
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The one I posted the link to that I purchased does have the holes where the Prime would connect to the dock.
Sent from my Transformer Prime TF201 using Tapatalk
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jaydilla said:
Yes it does have holes for the dock. No removal of the entire cover needed. The mini-suit is the perfect fit that also support the dock IMO.
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Hi, have any of you actually used this case with the dock attached? I have this case and whilst is does have holes where the dock connector would go, I can't connect the dock at all - there is just too much leather around the holes/case etc.
(It's a great case for the tablet alone, I just can't make it work with the dock)
I'm looking for a slim case that works both with and without the dock attached. Perhaps the best solution is the other Mini Suit "Rotating" case mentioned in the first post?
Any experience / views would be welcome.
Scumbag Inc. said:
I have the MiniSuit case. When it first arrived I was a bit disappointed.
One of the let downs was the fact that the case around the tablet did not have any magnets so the fold kinda flapped around and did not stay shut if the tablet was undocked.
I solved that by putting a couple of adhesive Velcro strips on the top and bottom.
After that!.... It never leaves this case.
http://i.imgur.com/g6Tad.jpg
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Brilliant idea! I was about to buy that same case, then i wondered will there be anything to hold the front case.
Btw, did the case smells? I mean, that strong leather smell?
I bought this case but it smells even after a month. I did everything, even wrap in newspapers and placed under the sun.
romeo57 said:
Brilliant idea! I was about to buy that same case, then i wondered will there be anything to hold the front case.
Btw, did the case smells? I mean, that strong leather smell?
I bought this case but it smells even after a month. I did everything, even wrap in newspapers and placed under the sun.
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The case has no smell.
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Hi, have any of you actually used this case with the dock attached? I have this case and whilst is does have holes where the dock connector would go, I can't connect the dock at all - there is just too much leather around the holes/case etc.
(It's a great case for the tablet alone, I just can't make it work with the dock)
I'm looking for a slim case that works both with and without the dock attached. Perhaps the best solution is the other Mini Suit "Rotating" case mentioned in the first post?
Any experience / views would be welcome.
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I have this Case and I keep it Docked all the Time. The First time I placed in the Dock it was a Tad tight but now it pops in and out easily. The only Bad part is I bought this Case in Feb. and paid $39. for it......
Will this dock with with a case on the phone.
Samsung Desktop Dock for Galaxy Note 3
http://www.shopandroid.com/samsung-desktop-dock/5AA15818.htm
It depends on how thick the case is. Most of the thin cases, it will still work I've found. But if it's partially covering the USB port, or if it's thick on the back it won't work.
hollywould said:
It depends on how thick the case is. Most of the thin cases, it will still work I've found. But if it's partially covering the USB port, or if it's thick on the back it won't work.
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Its the gold Spigen Neo Hybrid case.
idle0095 said:
Its the gold Spigen Neo Hybrid case.
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I think you should be good with that one. Don't blame me if it doesn't fit though
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I think you should be good with that one. Don't blame me if it doesn't fit though
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LOL. I wouldnt.
Thanks
i have the note 2 media dock. most cases will fit to charge but it wont go into dock mode. the case prevents it from going down far enough.
I have the sview case and it works
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Do you have dock mode with the s view case? Mine charges but you cant see the time when charging.
Hey guys,
I've tried 2 cases with this dock and none have worked. The Neo Hybrid and the Case Mate Tough case. As mentioned before, the Neo case won't fit at all, the Case Mate case will charge but not dock. I did however shave a bit of the rubber off of the bottom of the Case Mate case and it seems to have worked so far. Not saying all should go try it because it seriously looks like a dog got a hold of it and chewed on it for a bit.
If anyone knows of a good protective case that's not a folio case that will fit the dock, let us know!
-brilor04
Hi guys.
I currently have a case from mobile fun that has s-view and qi charging. it is good but the screen is scratched and has seemingly made scuff marks on the phone screen also. at least i have a screen protector on.
i dont really utilise the benefits of the s view like music from the home screen etc and as soon as it moves slighlty off centre the full screen shows below so i lose the s view screen.
so, i want a case, not just a replacement back that has qi charging but not a flip cover/s view.
do they do them and are there any recommenations?
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Glad you had a screen protector.
For the case you're looking for, I don't think so. Most people on here are using Qi insert receivers. Mine works fine. Use what ever case you want.
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Glad you had a screen protector.
For the case you're looking for, I don't think so. Most people on here are using Qi insert receivers. Mine works fine. Use what ever case you want.
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It's it easy to use a qi insert? Which is a good one, i read a lot about over heading with them.
I like the spigen slim armour case, any experience with it?
Cheers for the help
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It's it easy to use a qi insert? Which is a good one, i read a lot about over heading with them.
I like the spigen slim armour case, any experience with it?
Cheers for the help
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This thread has a lot of info... a lot.
I never tried that case, I use an insert with the Spigen Neo hybrid... works well... The insert is ineffective 5mm away from the charge pad. 1mm is taken from the insert and the backcover of the pphone... that leaves you with 4mm. Your case needs to be less than 4mm thick. I think the slim armour meets this.
Happy hunting.
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This thread has a lot of info... a lot.
I never tried that case, I use an insert with the Spigen Neo hybrid... works well... The insert is ineffective 5mm away from the charge pad. 1mm is taken from the insert and the backcover of the pphone... that leaves you with 4mm. Your case needs to be less than 4mm thick. I think the slim armour meets this.
Happy hunting.
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thanks for this.
i will have a look at the neo hybrid as well.
any recommendations on which receiver? i have looked at this http://www.amazon.co.uk/Expower-Ult...1400697088&sr=1-1&keywords=qi+receiver+note+3
marc.knuckle said:
thanks for this.
i will have a look at the neo hybrid as well.
any recommendations on which receiver? i have looked at this http://www.amazon.co.uk/Expower-Ult...1400697088&sr=1-1&keywords=qi+receiver+note+3
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Looks good to me...
This is the receiver i have:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Ultra-thin-Wireless-Charging-Receiver-Samsung/dp/B00GFGL0XE/ref=pd_cp_ce_0
Not sure what the nfc does for the charger.
Check out the thread I posted earlier... and then you can make a decision on the charger. I got something cheap and stylish for my nightstand but works fine.
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Looks good to me...
This is the receiver i have:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Ultra-thin-Wireless-Charging-Receiver-Samsung/dp/B00GFGL0XE/ref=pd_cp_ce_0
Not sure what the nfc does for the charger.
Check out the thread I posted earlier... and then you can make a decision on the charger. I got something cheap and stylish for my nightstand but works fine.
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Cheers mate
Just got my ultra today. I also got 2 cases delivered. Both of these cases neither one of them has a cutout for the charging dock ports. i have the dock and obviously want to use a case that i can use on the dock.
can anyone recommend a hard or tpu type case that will meet my needs? no idea why these cases wouldn't have the proper cutouts
I've just bought an Incipio Watson case which also doesn't have a cut-out for the magnetic connector.
I plan to spend two minutes this evening with a craft knife fixing the problem!
Philip said:
I've just bought an Incipio Watson case which also doesn't have a cut-out for the magnetic connector.
I plan to spend two minutes this evening with a craft knife fixing the problem!
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yeah, i was hoping it wouldn't come to that but i guess it may. it seems the only case i can find online with the proper holes ships from china.
can't get anything from amazon now with the proper holes shipped quickly, i bought what they had. sucks.
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Just got my ultra today. I also got 2 cases delivered. Both of these cases neither one of them has a cutout for the charging dock ports. i have the dock and obviously want to use a case that i can use on the dock.
can anyone recommend a hard or tpu type case that will meet my needs? no idea why these cases wouldn't have the proper cutouts
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I finally broke down and ordered one of these.
http://octilus.us/made-for-xperia-case-xperia-z-ultra-bimat-black.html
Have to order from overseas but it does have the dock/charger cutout.. I payed $21.11 shipped
kable said:
I finally broke down and ordered one of these.
http://octilus.us/made-for-xperia-case-xperia-z-ultra-bimat-black.html
Have to order from overseas but it does have the dock/charger cutout.. I payed $21.11 shipped
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i ordered this, at least it sure looks to me like it has the correct cutouts based on the pics
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FGYT6WS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
You could try the Nillkin fresh series. I didn't really like the plastic back but what i like is the screen cover and that it has a cutout for the magnetic charging port.
Unfortunately, just because a case has the cutout, doesn't mean it works. this is the one I've got and while it fits in the DK30 dock (with the bigger inlay), the problem is that the dock has the phone sitting at an angle and I can't get the magnet to "grip".
I tried my best modding the thing to fit, didn't work out. So good luck with yours, please report back if you've been lucky enough to find something that works.
I also use the magnetic charging port for charging. I found the following TPU case. I purchased one in smoke, and liked it so much I then purchased another one in black. Works great. Highly recommended!
The item is: Black Matte TPU Silicone Gel Case Cover For Sony Xperia Z Ultra XL39h C6802 on eBay
Sold by mobilethink
(I'd list the direct link, but I am not allowed as someone who hasn't posted enough). I hope this helps.
just got my 4th case today. this is far and away the best i've gotten
http://www.ebay.com/itm/181400289992?_trksid=p2060778.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
has all the charging ports and the grip on the sides is awesome. i have the other cases recommended in this thread as well. i like this the best by far.
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I also use the magnetic charging port for charging. I found the following TPU case. I purchased one in smoke, and liked it so much I then purchased another one in black. Works great. Highly recommended!
The item is: Black Matte TPU Silicone Gel Case Cover For Sony Xperia Z Ultra XL39h C6802 on eBay
Sold by mobilethink
(I'd list the direct link, but I am not allowed as someone who hasn't posted enough). I hope this helps.
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Thanks for the info on the case, I have the same case that I bought more by luck than judgement when I bought my Z ultra.
Please could you let us know if the case works with:
A.) The official magnetic dock
B.) A magnetic charging cable
C.) Both of the above
Cheers,
Rob
Rob, this case works with the charging cable. I'm not sure if it works with the charging dock as I don't own one. I hope this is (somewhat) helpful.
Good luck,
Josh
Thanks Josh, I'm going to order a cable for my shiny new toy
Cheers,
Rob
After dropping my beautiful phone and getting the corner peeled I decided to look for this exact combo; a case with a charging dock connection cut out that works with a magnetic cable. As you guys already know the charging port flap becomes pretty flimsy after a while and I did not want to risk it breaking.
After much trial and error I found a combination that works.
This cable:
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Magn...agnetic-USB-cable-charger-for/1708094470.html
Works perfectly with this case:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NILLKIN-Ult...Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item1e945842a2
The Nillkin case itself is pretty good but I'm also pretty sure that this cable will work with other cases that have a similar cutout. The magnetic connection from the cable is not that strong but gets the job done.
Thanks for post a working combo
R
knives of ice said:
just got my 4th case today. this is far and away the best i've gotten
http://www.ebay.com/itm/181400289992?_trksid=p2060778.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
has all the charging ports and the grip on the sides is awesome. i have the other cases recommended in this thread as well. i like this the best by far.
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Looks better than the $2 ones. How much bend does this have? How soft vs rigid?
Hey guys,
I know many are after a decent case for the Z3 and I have these 2 which I've covered in a review I posted up recently on Neowin: http://www.neowin.net/news/case-mate-barely-there-for-xperia-z3-review
Hopefully the info helps make up a decision for some of you!
Thank you for thevreview, I have just ordered one of these cases.
Appreciate the review!
Thanks for doing this review, I was kinda concerned if the case-mate barely there for the Xperia Z3 would be compatible with the official dock.
I'll be getting this case but the clear version, as I got the Xperia Z3 in mint silver on 02 and it looks so nice!
I want the clear version too just to be able to see the shiny rear glass
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Hey guys,
I know many are after a decent case for the Z3 and I have these 2 which I've covered in a review I posted up recently on Neowin
Hopefully the info helps make up a decision for some of you!
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I noticed a commenter on the review mentioned how much he disliked cases without symmetry...I feel like I might be the same way, but I'm not sure and would really like a case that could work with the dock. So do you feel like it's not really a big deal? Still comfortable to hold on to? Should I just get over it and get the case? Haha
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I noticed a commenter on the review mentioned how much he disliked cases without symmetry...I feel like I might be the same way, but I'm not sure and would really like a case that could work with the dock. So do you feel like it's not really a big deal? Still comfortable to hold on to? Should I just get over it and get the case? Haha
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Aye I really don't think it's a big deal. It's slim enough and it's black so doesn't really stand out as a distraction.
I bought a charging dock, and the case, and they should both be here by Tuesday.
I received the Nillkin today and unfortunately the Magnector X charging cable does not fit. I managed to trim a little bit on the sides though and now it works! Good to know before you order
Ah that's good to know cheers!
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I want the clear version too just to be able to see the shiny rear glass
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I know right + it feels so nice in the hand
I actually prefer without the case! Phone feels amazing metal and glass but a case just takes away that feel
I'll just be careful
I like to feel the glass back as well and didn't want to put a case. I am using a bumper to cover the sides to offer some grip
fatalus said:
I received the Nillkin today and unfortunately the Magnector X charging cable does not fit. I managed to trim a little bit on the sides though and now it works! Good to know before you order
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Did you trim the magnetorx cable? If so where I have this case, and have the cable on the way.
Sent from my Xperia Z3
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Did you trim the magnetorx cable? If so where I have this case, and have the cable on the way.
Sent from my Xperia Z3
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No, not the cable of course! I trimmed a little bit of the case where the lower part of the magnetic connector touches. You will see it when you receive both the case and the case.
Can anyone verify that the MagnectorX magnetic cable will fit alright with the Case Mate? I just ordered it up as it doesn't fit with my current case. It looks like it will be good to go, but just want to be sure.
It's all open side that end on the Barely There so yeah shouldn't be a problem.
The MagnectorX connector adapter will fit with the Case Mate Barely There, but it is not a completely secure connection. It will charge fine, but moving the phone while it is connected could dislodge it. The angle of the connector is very steep and leaves the cord very close to the case. On this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/accessories/magtrons-magnector-x202-cable-adapter-t2919541 it appears that the Magnector cable has more clearance. From those pics, it will fit with the case with trouble. The Barely There case works fine with the Z2 dock DK36, however. I purchased that dock since the price was lower than the dock for the Z3.
I also have a Sony XSP-N1BT receiver in my car (basically a dock which turns the phone into the face plate of the receiver and it has the magnetic pins to charge the Xperia phones) and with a little bit of fiddling, the phone will charge with the Barely There.
like the barely there case because of its slim design. but still would prefer a case that covers all the edge as well. maybe the casemate slim tough will be more suitable?
Since barely there is hard plastic, will it cause scratches to the phone eventually?
is The clear's finish is it the same as the black?