The Cheapest (in more ways than one), functional Qi desktop stand - G3 Accessories

A while back I got one of these really cheap desktop phone stands given to me. It's actually very sturdy, but I didn't have much use for it, so it went into a box of misc. stuff in the closet.
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003I8Z12I/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
More recently I picked up an inexpensive wireless charging puck that works quite well
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F6SPZWO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
So I wondered if I could stick the puck to the back of the stand, and make a poor man's Tylt Vu charging stand. Sadly, the answer was no. The thickness of the plexiglass stand, added to the case for the charging puck, was too great for the Qi coils to bridge. But, I thought, what if I remove the thickness of the puck's case, and put the charging coil directly on the back of the plexi stand? So I disassembled the puck, and low and behold, that worked just fine.
Not wanting to give up the puck, I decided to order another. Being cheap, I saw a bunch of similar looking circular pucks for an even lower price, and thought they're probably the same thing. So I ordered one of these:
http://www.amazon.com/MuchBuy-Wirel...638&sr=1-11&keywords=docooler+qi+charging+pad
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Well, it's not the same. It's definitely cheaper than the PowerBot, but it worked fine, so I took it apart. Combined with the freebie stand, I bring you..... FrankenCharger. :laugh: Ugly as sin, but it works, and a total outlay of about $10 can't be beat. Similar looking pucks are available from ebay for $3 to $4 bucks.
The bumpers that the phone rests on are soft plastic, and are extras from kitchen cabinets, intended to keep the cabinet doors from slamming closed. I may try to figure out a better way to hold it together than electrical tape, but there's something honestly cheap about that solution that appeals to me.
Here's a shot of the back, and sitting next to my work PC. I may stick some thin cork dots, or something similar, on the bottom to keep it from sliding around, but where it's located it's atually pretty stable.

nice i did something similar, but i also use a laser cut, its good to have one
Here the pics

ImEdD said:
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Great job!

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Paper Dock

Saw this on Gizmondo, it's for a iPhone but don't see any reason why it wouldnt work for the G1
http://www.dessinemoiunobjet.com/iphone-and-itouch-paper-stand-dock/
As soon as I can get to a printer I'm going to try it out.
Use CARD not Paper though (despite what the title says)
nice!
the G1 might be a bit heavy but let us know how it goes, i wouldn't mind trying this either!
Will try on Saturday at the earliest, don't have access to a printer ATM.
I guess if its card it'll be ok
I've tried this for my G1 and I'm very pleased with it. Slight modification is needed as the G1 is a little thicker. All I did was widen the top of the 'T' shape that needs to be cut out by about 1/2cm and then it was perfect. I also cut out a little square underneath the dock to accommodate the charger lead.
I'm really happy with it! And I thought it was a tad ironic that I used the box from my Apple keyboard for the purpose - worked great!
I'm currently working on a modified template fitting the G1.
For the iPhone and iPod touch it looks awesome already.
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I've tried this for my G1 and I'm very pleased with it. Slight modification is needed as the G1 is a little thicker. All I did was widen the top of the 'T' shape that needs to be cut out by about 1/2cm and then it was perfect. I also cut out a little square underneath the dock to accommodate the charger lead.
I'm really happy with it! And I thought it was a tad ironic that I used the box from my Apple keyboard for the purpose - worked great!
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Got any photos mate?
Breen - Excellent work! will you be posting the modded version on here?
Here's a little photo of the modified dock. Note I've bent the back flaps a little bit as well as that seems to support the G1's weight better:
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Working nicely for me at the moment, but I'm looking forward to seeing your template too breen!
this is great cheap easy and great i gotta try this

$15 Caselogic VNA210 10.2-Inch Netbook/iPad Attache (Black)

i decided to purchase this for my transformer and i just got the case today. the price to me was pretty good, the quality of this carrying case or bag is great. i am not sure how many people just went for the tablet itself or intend to purchase it along with the docking keyboard. I plan on getting my tablet with the docking keyboard and from the looks of it right now, there should be enough room to fit them both inside this case nicely. i fit my tablet in there and there is still room to spare. there is also separate zipper compartment for other small accessories. flash drives, charging cables... etc. everything should fit fine. they also have a brown one available but that cost a few bucks extra, it might even match up with the transformer well. but i went for the black to save a few bucks and you can't really go wrong with black. while this is a bit thicker than just a plan sleeve, i feel it doesn't really show in this case. it looks slim for all the room it has. there are handles to make it easy to carry and even an additional/optional body strap included. i am sure this may not be for everyone but if it helps a few people, that would be great.
http://www.amazon.com/Caselogic-VNA210-10-2-Inch-Netbook-Attache/dp/B002STX2ZG
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m9hrWHMd3oI
Glad to hear you like it. I plan to use it with the keyboard, so I'm looking forward to this case.
i bought the same one!
@OP
Thanks for sharing your experience with this product. I just ordered a brown one off Amazon; looks to me like it matches the brownish color hue of the Transformer & dock very well. I went for both so something that could cary and protect my investment safely.
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Down to $13.22!
For the black version that is.
Could someone please confirm it that a TF101 with dock will fit this bag? As none of the posters had the dock or case to check it for real.
grizzancs said:
Could someone please confirm it that a TF101 with dock will fit this bag? As none of the posters had the dock or case to check it for real.
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I have this case also and I can confirm that the docked Transformer fits. For the price it really is a nice case.

Car Mount (Custom)

After looking around for a while, and not finding anything, I decided to make my own car mount for my transformer. It came out much better than I expected. I will probably remake it a little nicer at some point, but it works very well as it is.
It does block the A/C and volume knob on the radio, but they can be effortlessly reached without moving the tablet from the top and bottom. For audio, I have a bluetooth receiver in my deck, as well as the ability to plug in an 1/8th inch jack as well.
I haven't worked out how I am going to charge it yet, but with 8.5 hours of life, I haven't had a great need for a charger yet.
The material is 1/8 x 1/2 aluminum bar and stainless countersunk screws. Material cost was about $15 from the local hardware store.
The first two pictures are the prototype.
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More pics no spaces:
http:// photobucket.com/ asustformercarmount
Very nice but you should plastic dip the alu bar for a clean look.
Where can one get plastic dip? That's what I wanted to use, but I couldn't find it at the local hardware store...
soundcheck863 said:
Where can one get plastic dip? That's what I wanted to use, but I couldn't find it at the local hardware store...
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Try online search for Plasti Dip
yorkey said:
Try online search for Plasti Dip
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You're my hero. I don't know how I've made it this far without you.
soundcheck863 said:
Where can one get plastic dip? That's what I wanted to use, but I couldn't find it at the local hardware store...
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Nice clean unobtrusive mount (do not like big clunky looking mounts)
I was also able to find it (Plasti-dip) at Harbor Freight tools, and Lowe's (in the paint section) Home Depot's seem to be a hit or miss
Thanks! I'll see if I can pick up some at HF after class tonight.
If there is one near you, Harbor Freight sells plastic dip.
If not, you can find it in some auto parts stores.

OEM Soft rubber Dual core Battery cover

Hello all,
Do anyone where can i buy this battery cover online ? cnn.cn is out of stock and i couldn't find anywhere to buy this.
http://cnn.cn/shop/motorola-atrix-mb860-matte-black-battery-cover-p-14828.html
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Here is one:
http://www.all4cellular.com/product...r-black.html?gclid=CNn4mM-Q_rACFUXc4AodfHccDQ
Many more found here:
https://www.google.com/webhp?source....,cf.osb&fp=7e9cda3a6f33f96&biw=2133&bih=1078
EDIT: Nevermind you were looking for Soft Rubber, Sorry i am not sure but i will keep the links above for others.
I have 5 pieces of standart carbon looking covers, if anyone could find a place to buy these new back covers, please post it. I think the UK and South east mb860's are shipping with these covers nowadays.
http://www.eoem.cc/buy,Motorola+Atrix+4G+MB860+matte+black+battery+cover,5398.html
Although I have no idea if they ship to the US. I am consider picking an atrix up on the cheap. if you do get one shipped, share a couple shots.
Cool, contacted them for 10 pieces shipping to Turkey. Will let you know how it goes.
you should ask them if they come with speaker grill or not.
Is the case rubberized or just standard plastic case.
Bet it is simple plastic, thow I bet it has a little more grip wrt the original due to matte finishing..
As said I am just betting, never seen one of those except from photos..
I emailed eoem.cc about the speaker grill two times but they didn't return. I don't think this is a company that focus on end-buyers but bulk buyers.
That's a shame. I'd love a cover that wasn't as slick as stock.
ever heard of plastidip?
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ever heard of plastidip?
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Have you tried that on a cover? I wonder how it'd come out, namely if it'd still stay flush against the camera, how it'd turn out even if you taped the speaker grill, how much thickness it'd add (too much to be used on a dock?), etc.
Sounds like a pet project when getting the battery case or just using a TPU and removing/replacing it would do.

Review - 4500mAh Power Case (External Battery Case)

Thought I'd review one of the cheaper battery cases you might find on your local eBay or on DealExtreme or other similar Chinese/HK e-tailers for about £20-25. I got mine off eBay and it arrived well packed in its own plastic box;
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Only a battery and manual in the box.
Provided manual (Chinese language on other side not photographed)
It has a velvet like backing to help avoid scratching up the back of your phone and uses the magnetic side ports to charge phone. Micro USB charging port is on the bottom.
Camera cutout is in the right place but the plastic is a little cheap, as the light leaking through the body of the case demonstrates. You can sort of see the internals at the right angle.
Doesn't block any buttons or the headphone jack and lower eyelet but covers up the sim/microSD slot which is fine as they are not frequently accessed.
On the downside, it makes it difficult to open the battery charging port on the phone because the little notch to open the door is underneath, and blocked by the case.
For me, the charging notch sits in the gap between my thumb and the phone when I hold the phone as I usually do, so I think it actually helps me grip better.
Despite the flimsy looking leg, it is actually quite stable and doesn't tip as easily as some similar cases I've had for other phones.
And finally, the battery tests, it seems to give me about an 80% charge on two different runs and takes about 2.5 hours to empty. Battery logs below.
Second run;
Conclusion,
It doesn't deliver as much charge is I'd hoped but can nearly double your battery life. The cost is a similar doubling of the overall thickness, but the curved back makes it more comfortable to hold. It also gives me peace of mind that I won't scratch the glass rear. On the downside, the plastic quality is poor and attracts smudges easily but I won't expect the thing to fall apart in your hands.
So if the price is right for you, it seems to work as it should and will easily extend your battery life.
The power case.. or any case for that matter isn't something I'm interested in...
But you've done a great job with this thread. Detailed look at the unit with imagges, and discussed every major point. Nice work!
Hi where did you buy this case?
Thank you for the kind words Hamdogg.
Impetus, I bought mine from here; http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/261298963835. There are many places which seem to sell a similar product so I may go with whoever can ship it to you quickest or cheapest.
hamdogg said:
The power case.. or any case for that matter isn't something I'm interested in...
But you've done a great job with this thread. Detailed look at the unit with imagges, and discussed every major point. Nice work!
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