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Hi All,
I've been thinking about this and wanted to run it by everyone here to see if it should be moved forward. Looking at the 3D, I think there is a potential market for a replacement back cover for the phone. Think about; the cover shields the entire back, bottom, and sides of the phone. Since this is the case, why can't some aftermarket companies develop a "better" cover?
Something that has better tactile feel for the buttons (an apparent flaw of the current cover) and provides additional protection to the phone and camera lens, without having to add a bulky case on top of it.
I feel a case is necessary with a phone like this; however if something like this came out I would be all over it. I hate to add bulk to an already giant phone. Wearing a suit and having an Evo w/case in your pocket looks like your carrying a brick or Bible.
I think if we can draw enough attention to this, we can get some third party companies interested in development. Obviously, I think it is a good idea; do you?
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i do believe that i would buy it!
a replacement back cover wouldn't do anything for the buttons as those are on the frame. or do you mean replacement full body housing? that would be cool but they wouldn't be able to sell a lot of them since that project would be too indepth for the average joe.
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OneStepAhead said:
a replacement back cover wouldn't do anything for the buttons as those are on the frame. or do you mean replacement full body housing? that would be cool but they wouldn't be able to sell a lot of them since that project would be too indepth for the average joe.
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Lol looks like somebody's not keeping up to date XD the Evo3D back cover does indeed cover the sides as well...
I think its a great idea!
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Just make them different colors... especially Android green... and keep them cheap. Make profits on bulk sales
just a replacement cover with a kickstand would make me happy. im hoplessly attached to the kickstand on my og evo but i keep it naked with no case as i dont like the added bulk. maybe powermat will look into it since they make replacement covers anyhow.
edit: i actually emailed powermat and will update if i hear anything back.
I think a kickstand should totally be doable. I have a contact that is a machinist...maybe I can get a proto done in aluminum and see how that rolls. Now all I need is the damn phone to be delivered !
something rugged ish would be great with an extended batt.
****AFTER SOME USAGE I CANNOT RECOMMEND THIS CASE DUE TO SUB-PAR PERFORMANCE******
I received my Droidax case today and first impression is the case is made very well. It has a 1650mAh battery built in so you are doubling your battery life and protecting your phone the same time. I made a quick YouTube video of the case and have attached a few pictures below. The case makes the phone maybe 3/8 inch longer but when you compare it to the outer box commuter case its only 1/16 to 1/8 of an inch thicker. I tried to show this in the pictures below. Hopefully you can see it. I will report back on the battery life after some use. I'm really liking the looks of the case. I think it looks much nicer than the Samsung version that's out there and its like half the price.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdndOOEGOF0
Thanks for the video.
Might Get one.
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I am really digging on this! I like the 2 piece case design which makes it easier to remove the phone. Couple of questions:
1. It looks like the top and bottom mics are covered? I didnt see any holes.
2. Do you know if the phone can still be synced via USB with the cover on?
I had something like this for my iPhone. The major issue, as opposed to switching out to a larger battery, is that a lot of the charge "disapates" in the transfer process from the pack's microUSB to the phonel. Under optimal conditions, you're probably getting 60-75% of the pack's capacity.
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I had something like this for my iPhone. The major issue, as opposed to switching out to a larger battery, is that a lot of the charge "disapates" in the transfer process from the pack's microUSB to the phonel. Under optimal conditions, you're probably getting 60-75% of the pack's capacity.
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Yup, I had the Mophie Juicepack Air for my iphone 3gs and I would get approximately 75% more charge. Though not optimal, is is still way better than not having the extra power.
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I am really digging on this! I like the 2 piece case design which makes it easier to remove the phone. Couple of questions:
1. It looks like the top and bottom mics are covered? I didnt see any holes.
2. Do you know if the phone can still be synced via USB with the cover on?
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Yes the holes are there. They are just small so its hard to see it on the video and pictures.
tboooe said:
Yup, I had the Mophie Juicepack Air for my iphone 3gs and I would get approximately 75% more charge. Though not optimal, is is still way better than not having the extra power.
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Yes the instructions say the case will actually use 25% of the batteries power to charge the phone so in essence you are getting 75% of a 1650 mAh battery or if you let the phone run down to 25% you can then turn the case on and charge the phone back to a 100% in theory. Unlike the Mophie Juice Pack this case will actually stop charging the phone once it hits 100%. The case at this point shuts off. Not as much waste. The Mophie would continuously charge the iPhone until it would run dead.
The big push around here has been the 2000mAh battery with cover and then a case to protect it all. That's a lot of $$$$. This case is only $50 with free shipping. $12 to the US for over night FedEx and your getting the case to protect and an additional 1650mAh in battery power.
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I am really digging on this! I like the 2 piece case design which makes it easier to remove the phone. Couple of questions:
1. It looks like the top and bottom mics are covered? I didnt see any holes.
2. Do you know if the phone can still be synced via USB with the cover on?
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Yes it can be synced while in the case.
Sorry to be redundant, but this case is actually made for our att sgs2, not the international sgs2 right?
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Caliesv said:
Sorry to be redundant, but this case is actually made for our att sgs2, not the international sgs2 right?
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Yes it fits the ATT.
U think u can link us? Lol sorry....just wanna make sure I get the right one
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Caliesv said:
U think u can link us? Lol sorry....just wanna make sure I get the right one
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Here you go.
http://www.droidax.com/power-pack-for-samsung-galaxy-s2.php
Impact on GPS,wifi, and cell signal?
Just curious if this case has any negative impact on the wifi, gps, and cell signal? I have a read few posts that shows certain cases impede the signal (i.e. Casemate Barely There Aluminum).
tboooe said:
Just curious if this case has any negative impact on the wifi, gps, and cell signal? I have a read few posts that shows certain cases impede the signal (i.e. Casemate Barely There Aluminum).
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I haven't noticed any issues so far. I'm always on WiFi at home and had no problems and as far as gps and cell no issues. Just used both yesterday.
Great review man, you even made it on their official Twitter http://twitter.com/#!/Droidax
HTC Chris said:
Great review man, you even made it on their official Twitter http://twitter.com/#!/Droidax
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Hey that's pretty awesome. Thanks for the heads up...
Thanks for the video! I ordered mine a couple hours ago. Should be shipped to me by the end of the week. This is exactly what I've been looking for.
They should pay you commission for making the sale.
Billy
Hey, just got this case. So far I do like the feel. I had a casemate which provided a lot of protection and the kick-stand (which I did not actually use much). The casemate was pretty large/heavy so moving to the Droidax is not much different other than now I have a lot more battery time!
Will have to see how it goes over time but so far so good. The one thing for people to consider is that this case does not provide any protection for the front of the phone (unlike the casemate)! If you drop your phone face down (especially if it slides) there will be damage to the screen I would think. Other than that not a bad case.
Cy
CykJopz said:
Hey, just got this case. So far I do like the feel. I had a casemate which provided a lot of protection and the kick-stand (which I did not actually use much). The casemate was pretty large/heavy so moving to the Droidax is not much different other than now I have a lot more battery time!
Will have to see how it goes over time but so far so good. The one thing for people to consider is that this case does not provide any protection for the front of the phone (unlike the casemate)! If you drop your phone face down (especially if it slides) there will be damage to the screen I would think. Other than that not a bad case.
Cy
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Glad you like it. As far as the screen, after watching some drop tests the s2 definitely outperforms the iPhone 4s. I would agree with you though. I do like it when the case wraps around the front a bit.
Got mine today. Its pretty cool. Good fit over all. The top doesn't sit flush with the body. Its about a 1 mm off in some places but not to bad. Sofar I like it. Defenetly got to get a srceen protector thou.
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Seidio has released there 5,000 mAh battery. It is on there site for $79. I'm gonna try it, just wish it had the extended battery door like the n7000.
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-note-lte-5000-extended-life-battery-p/bacy50ssgnta-bk.htm
Looks a bit ridiculous
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Why Seidio Why??
That lump is just silly
this thing is huge!
No offense but, that thing is hideous. It takes less than 30 seconds to swap out a battery. For $80 you could buy the OEM charging station (includes OEM battery) + 2 spare OEM batteries. You would in effect have 10,000mah of battery power at your disposal.
Why not have a full backplate
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Don't buy it. I had an extended battery on my Captivate that had a hump too and I hated it. I would just rather have the whole door be big then just the bottom part.
That is my opinion of course.
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tgh0wnz said:
Why not have a full backplate
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They designed it that way to keep NFC intact. Look at the backdoor of your Note and will see two contact points on the NFC antenna that need to make contact with two contact points next to the microsd card slot. NFC compatible extended batteries on eBay have the same design. Also might explain why Mugen is taking so long with their variant because they could not find a work around.
However, that battery might fit with one of the non NFC compatible back covers on eBay. So you could sacrifice NFC for a better look with the extended battery.
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I had one of these type bateries for my blackberry storm...same crappy backing same lump. Only case u could buy was their case lol
Not only is the battery expensive but it makes your phone ugly as sin. The phone is big enough but when you add this battery it turns it into a brick. Don't know why anyone would buy this.
Seidios next project, the 10,000 battery.
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_muwWzt4ar...AAM/VcMq1Z5-mzg/s1600-h/zack-morris-phone.jpg
Eddie Bombay said:
Seidios next project, the 10,000 battery.
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_muwWzt4ar...AAM/VcMq1Z5-mzg/s1600-h/zack-morris-phone.jpg
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lmao!
I would love this battery. The only reason I havent purchased it yet is because I cant find a damned case that will accommodate it. I could give 2 ****s about NFC or the size of my phone (in fact i have always used extended batteries and I think it makes me drop them less). Does anybody know whether there is a case for our ATT version that fits around the camels hump?
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lmao!
I would love this battery. The only reason I havent purchased it yet is because I cant find a damned case that will accommodate it. I could give 2 ****s about NFC or the size of my phone (in fact i have always used extended batteries and I think it makes me drop them less). Does anybody know whether there is a case for our ATT version that fits around the camels hump?
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Get a cobbler to fashion something, no one else would probably want their name attached to that monstrosity
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I have one of these extended batteries on my Note. I also had one on my Blackberry before I switched to the Note. I require a long runtime with my phones, and I am not going to carry multiple batteries around with me to do so. Tried that with the BB, and hated it, and went the extended battery route.
So...I agree with the previous post about the battery door being stupid looking.
When I bought the extended battery (from ebay), I received a door for an international version of the note. I knew that was what I was getting since the extended battery door for the LTE version was not out yet, but I wanted to see if I could make it fit somehow. I also was aware that NFC would not work with the new door, and didn't care, since I haven't found a need for it yet.
I got the battery and international door in. battery fit fine, but door did not. I tried trimming the tabs a little and was able to make it fit, but not *lock* in place like the door should. The company I bought the extended battery from said they would send me the LTE door when they got them in, (that is another reason I was willing to try all of this).
I got the LTE door in. Yes, it is ugly. I like the style of the international door MUCH better. I am using the LTE door for now. Battery life on this "cheap" 5000 battery has been awesome. Previously, I was getting only about 6 hours per charge. Now, I am getting 10-12, which gets me through my day. No...it probably isn't a true 5000 battery, but for $12, and a company willing to work with me on the door, I was happy to try it out, and I am happy.
As for protection for the phone with an exteneded battery door, I have this coming in:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/120841214598?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
I am hoping that this will give some slight bumper protection but allow the battery bump to stick out. It only surrounds the very edge of the phone, not over the speaker like some of them do, which won't work.
Ok...to make this post even longer....
Anyone know of an extended battery door that looks like this one:
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-GT-N7000-Extended-Capacity-Replacement/dp/B006W4JNZ6
that will work on the US LTE? I know it won't have the NFC antenna, but I don't care. I just want one that is shaped like that instead of the ugly bump one I have now.
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Get a cobbler to fashion something, no one else would probably want their name attached to that monstrosity
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Local cobbler appears to have seen this thread a +1ed your comment. Says he won't have his name attached to something so likely hideous. He did apologize though and offer me a free shoelace in consolation. :/ I guess I will never have a case that fits over the extended battery for this phone. Maybe someone with some milling tools could make me an aluminum shark cage for it. Hmmmm.
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Local cobbler appears to have seen this thread a +1ed your comment. Says he won't have his name attached to something so likely hideous. He did apologize though and offer me a free shoelace in consolation. :/ I guess I will never have a case that fits over the extended battery for this phone. Maybe someone with some milling tools could make me an aluminum shark cage for it. Hmmmm.
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Tell you one thing though, I bet it never drops calls
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ATT 5200 mAh all over ebay, but.....
No kickstand so still have to buy a cover which will then make our Note truly as big as a brick........Need the kick stand for as much video as I watch on my Note.
That thing has Girth!
-Once you go NOTE, you'd say 4 inches a Joke
MonkeyThumper said:
I have one of these extended batteries on my Note. I also had one on my Blackberry before I switched to the Note. I require a long runtime with my phones, and I am not going to carry multiple batteries around with me to do so. Tried that with the BB, and hated it, and went the extended battery route.
So...I agree with the previous post about the battery door being stupid looking.
When I bought the extended battery (from ebay), I received a door for an international version of the note. I knew that was what I was getting since the extended battery door for the LTE version was not out yet, but I wanted to see if I could make it fit somehow. I also was aware that NFC would not work with the new door, and didn't care, since I haven't found a need for it yet.
I got the battery and international door in. battery fit fine, but door did not. I tried trimming the tabs a little and was able to make it fit, but not *lock* in place like the door should. The company I bought the extended battery from said they would send me the LTE door when they got them in, (that is another reason I was willing to try all of this).
I got the LTE door in. Yes, it is ugly. I like the style of the international door MUCH better. I am using the LTE door for now. Battery life on this "cheap" 5000 battery has been awesome. Previously, I was getting only about 6 hours per charge. Now, I am getting 10-12, which gets me through my day. No...it probably isn't a true 5000 battery, but for $12, and a company willing to work with me on the door, I was happy to try it out, and I am happy.
As for protection for the phone with an exteneded battery door, I have this coming in:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/120841214598?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
I am hoping that this will give some slight bumper protection but allow the battery bump to stick out. It only surrounds the very edge of the phone, not over the speaker like some of them do, which won't work.
Ok...to make this post even longer....
Anyone know of an extended battery door that looks like this one:
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-GT-N7000-Extended-Capacity-Replacement/dp/B006W4JNZ6
that will work on the US LTE? I know it won't have the NFC antenna, but I don't care. I just want one that is shaped like that instead of the ugly bump one I have now.
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Can you post a link to the battery you are talking about?
The Seidio cover does not even come in white Even if it was not ugly.
itsnowornever said:
Can you post a link to the battery you are talking about?
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Anyone thinking about putting this case on? I had on my NOTE II and it was not bad at all.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Luxury-Ultr...Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item3cd755e58a
As a matter of fact I was looking at this case this morning. I think it will make a good Christmas present to myself. Lol
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They make your gorgeous phone look like an iphone and I am done with iphones.
Wow billet cnc that is pretty cool. At first I though it had a solid screen cover that was removable in a safety deposit box kind of way, at that point I would have bought one. but that was showing how to put the back on, not the usage.
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Anyone thinking about putting this case on? I had on my NOTE II and it was not bad at all.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Luxury-Ultr...Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item3cd755e58a
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I would consider it, but I'm worried about signal loss.
It's seems in the photo that the spen would be hard to get out.
Looks great but that silk screening on the back is horrendous and I'm not convinced it won't screw with the signals.
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Looks great but that silk screening on the back is horrendous and I'm not convinced it won't screw with the signals.
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exactly,,after I looked again that silk screen it would have blow the deal. But the concept is good. The N3, really think missed the mark on the chrome surround rim it should be much gippier/sharp edged. after a couple weeks use still not used to it. It looks great and speaks to the history of phones that had a solid horizontal sheet of steel in them, is retro Bond like, but it is just too slippery I just ordered a bounce case to see if I'm more comfortable handling it. I haven't been able to relax with it yet moving from desk to car to home to it's most common spot Oxford shirt pocket.(a la pen protector IT nerd.). Ultimately I want a soft zipper less bag on belt loops that has room for 7 cards and USB key but the phone should still be grippier in hand.
Here's one without the silk screening on the back.
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/161130987126?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
I'm thinking of ordering one also but now it's a matter of reception.
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exactly,,after I looked again that silk screen it would have blow the deal. But the concept is good. The N3, really think missed the mark on the chrome surround rim it should be much gippier/sharp edged. after a couple weeks use still not used to it. It looks great and speaks to the history of phones that had a solid horizontal sheet of steel in them, is retro Bond like, but it is just too slippery I just ordered a bounce case to see if I'm more comfortable handling it. I haven't been able to relax with it yet moving from desk to car to home to it's most common spot Oxford shirt pocket.(a la pen protector IT nerd.). Ultimately I want a soft zipper less bag on belt loops that has room for 7 cards and USB key but the phone should still be grippier in hand.
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Looks great but that silk screening on the back is horrendous and I'm not convinced it won't screw with the signals.
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Hound88 said:
Here's one without the silk screening on the back.
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/161130987126?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
I'm thinking of ordering one also but now it's a matter of reception.
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Not much money for cnc billet, if it meets your requirements GET IT. if you zoom browser on the bronze assembly it looks like there is some foam tape along the edge where the phone makes contact. Seems like a real engineer has been influencing this build at some level. I'm in the auto industry and foam and glue are the bread and butter of building.
If it had micro cut machining along the edge I would have already bought it.
They really do make your phone look like a giant iPhone lol its looks good tho. But not a apple fan
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Hound88 said:
Here's one without the silk screening on the back.
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/161130987126?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
I'm thinking of ordering one also but now it's a matter of reception.
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I bought one, If I build my ideal belt pouch I think this will be much nicer than the Bounce for phone alone, 20$ for billet machined is too good to pass up regardless of what from it will eventually take. I'm anticipating the anodizing to be rather thin but that may be good or bad. torched or steampunk look is possible.
also men of the world keep your finger nails short, even if you don't work, at least pretend.
I just purchased one also, just too s*xy looking to pass up
Im planning to use with a Qi charger and reciever I bought two weeks ago. I'll not be using the stock battery cover so hopefully it will work fine.
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I bought one, If I build my ideal belt pouch I think this will be much nicer than the Bounce for phone alone, 20$ for billet is too good to pass up regardless of what from it will eventually take. I'm anticipating the anodizing to be rather thin but that may be good or bad.
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I just purchased one also, just too s*xy looking to pass up
Im planning to use with a Qi charger and reciever I bought two weeks ago. I'll not be using the stock battery cover so hopefully it will work fine.
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Me too, I set out thinking the stock S View wireless would be perfect but this weekend I've change my mind. Have an off market sensor and charge pad rdered and just gonna roll with it. If it doesn't work well by that time the stock kit will be available and we can start over.
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I was so about to get one of these for my note II, but it was $70 back then, plus it came out around 6 months after I got my phone, wasn't going to buy an expensive case when the new phone was around the corner...
Now I ponder to get this or stick with my flip cover, I love the S-view case and the flip cover on my note II was nice too, but this looks oh-so-nice
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ooh just realized this case has screws, no go for me, I swap batteries all the time... That's too bad :crying:
[/COLOR]That's not an issue for me thankfully. My battery lasts pretty much all day starting around 6am so I'm happy. I've also ordered the Anker 3200mah battery which prople are saying lasts longer then the stock Samsung so keeping my fingers crossed.
You could always use an external battery pack also for emergencies.
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[/COLOR]That's not an issue for me thankfully. My battery lasts pretty much all day starting around 6am so I'm happy. I've also ordered the Anker 3200mah battery which prople are saying lasts longer then the stock Samsung so keeping my fingers crossed.
You could always use an external battery pack also for emergencies.
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[/COLOR]ooh just realized this case has screws, no go for me, I swap batteries all the time... That's too bad :crying:
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I have an Anker 10,000 Mah for my Nexus 10, but even then I hate to leave my phone plugged in all the time, and I use hotspot all the time, which eats battery for breakfast.
will an extended battery fit under the stock case? and isn't the stock battery 3300 MaH?
I haven't seen any extended batteries that fit under the stock case and I doubt they exist. There are some on eBay rated higher MaH but those are definitely bs.
Stock Samsung battery on the Note 3 is 3200mah
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I have an Anker 10,000 Mah for my Nexus 10, but even then I hate to leave my phone plugged in all the time, and I use hotspot all the time, which eats battery for breakfast.
will an extended battery fit under the stock case? and isn't the stock battery 3300 MaH?
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I haven't seen any extended batteries that fit under the stock case and I doubt they exist. There are some on eBay rated higher MaH but those are definitely bs.
Stock Samsung battery on the Note 3 is 3200mah
Yea ur right its 3200. 3300 just has a better ring to it.
And ebay batteries I wouldnt trust, I used to buy the cheap ones back when I had the evo line, but ever since I went samsung I always buy oem through the carrier, better warranty support that way too
I have an Anker 10,000 Mah for my Nexus 10, but even then I hate to leave my phone plugged in all the time, and I use hotspot all the time, which eats battery for breakfast.
will an extended battery fit under the stock case? and isn't the stock battery 3300 MaH?
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That is really sweet looking, I'll wait for a review from one of you guys and if its positive then Ima getting one too lol
I think it looks nice, and made this phone a lot easier to handle. Figured I'd share:
http://imgur.com/a/nntYR
It will obviously interfere with wireless charging, but NFC still works in my testing; you just need to close the grip first. Overall, it's well-made, a big improvement over the old design. I'd recommend it to anyone who likes using a phone this size but has trouble using it one-handed.
Bought it from here if anyone is interested:
http://shop.flygrip.com/
That's awesome. My first thought when I got the 6 was something like this but I never knew anyone actually made it.
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Is it possible to reapply to different surfaces if it's already been applied once?
For example, using it with one case then using it on a different case
cheezbergher said:
I think it looks nice, and made this phone a lot easier to handle. Figured I'd share:
http://imgur.com/a/nntYR
It will obviously interfere with wireless charging, but NFC still works in my testing; you just need to close the grip first. Overall, it's well-made, a big improvement over the old design. I'd recommend it to anyone who likes using a phone this size but has trouble using it one-handed.
Bought it from here if anyone is interested:
http://shop.flygrip.com/
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I've used the FlyGrip since I had the Note2. It is a MUST for this phone since it's so big. Don't forget to use the code QBKING77 for free shipping. You can view his review here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8eP3aIcsDB0
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msal said:
Is it possible to reapply to different surfaces if it's already been applied once?
For example, using it with one case then using it on a different case
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You can purchase extra adhesive pads for just this purpose. I've used the same FlyGrip with 3 different phones. The website even has a video on how to remove the FlyGrip safely.
This thread is not meant for personal opinions or telling anyone to get a smaller phone,
so please stay on-topic.
So there is no curved version of the grip that will work with the n6 without a case?
QBKING77 has his on the phone itself in his motox vs nexus 6 comparison video
If the adhesive is strong enough I'm sure it could stick to anything.
Looks pretty interesting, not sure about $30 worth of interesting though. Once I find the right case, this may be the move to make. Kickstand + Comfort Grip is a nice combination.
iomthd said:
Looks pretty interesting, not sure about $30 worth of interesting though. Once I find the right case, this may be the move to make. Kickstand + Comfort Grip is a nice combination.
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If it were on Amazon I would consider it for $30 but if I buy it and it sucks then I'm out $30. I think its a little over priced for what you are getting.
Pilz said:
If it were on Amazon I would consider it for $30 but if I buy it and it sucks then I'm out $30. I think its a little over priced for what you are getting.
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Flygrip offers a 60 day money back guarantee.
$30 may seem a bit excessive, but you're paying for a sturdy, albeit plastic, component that frees your other hand while holding a large phone. I've had flygrips on my Notes 2 and 3, and they're worth it. I can hold the phone with confidence that i won't drop it. And they last. I used my same flygrip from the note 2 to the 3, using the extra supplied adhesive (comes with 2 adhesive stickers, and 2 pads to buffer fingers in the clip, and all with a free tpu case). I just ordered a new one yesterday afternoon, and just shipped out this morning. It seems like a gimmicky product, but once you use one, you'll never want to be without.
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$30 may seem a bit excessive, but you're paying for a sturdy, albeit plastic, component that frees your other hand while holding a large phone. I've had flygrips on my Notes 2 and 3, and they're worth it. I can hold the phone with confidence that i won't drop it. And they last. I used my same flygrip from the note 2 to the 3, using the extra supplied adhesive (comes with 2 adhesive stickers, and 2 pads to buffer fingers in the clip, and all with a free tpu case). I just ordered a new one yesterday afternoon, and just shipped out this morning. It seems like a gimmicky product, but once you use one, you'll never want to be without.
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I understand where you are coming from but there are too many drawbacks right now:
-cost (high but justified if you ignore the other issues)
-Has to be fixed to a case so if you change cases a lot like me it's not practical
-qi charging won't work with it
Other than that its a great concept I would really like one that somehow can be removed and isn't as bulky. I still may buy one and just use it with one case for when I want a stand. I'm still not sure if it's right for me.
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I understand where you are coming from but there are too many drawbacks right now:
-cost (high but justified if you ignore the other issues)
-Has to be fixed to a case so if you change cases a lot like me it's not practical
-qi charging won't work with it
Other than that its a great concept I would really like one that somehow can be removed and isn't as bulky. I still may buy one and just use it with one case for when I want a stand. I'm still not sure if it's right for me.
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You do have some valid points. I tend to stick to one good case until i get my next phone. Cost isn't necessarily bad considering i don't go through multiple cases. I dont know much about QI charging. I was curious about that. Is there a range for wireless charging, or does it have to touch the charging pad directly to get any sort of charge?
What good is a wireless charger if it still has to be plugged into the wall???
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What good is a wireless charger if it still has to be plugged into the wall???
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I would give this a long in depth response but I'll keep it short. People like Qi charging because you don't plug your phone into a wall. I can literally drop my phone onto my charger and it chargers without being picky. I don't have to fumble with a cable when I'm tired or worry about my USB port wearing put. Yes it plugs into the wall because it needs power obviously but you don't actually plug your phone in just the charger. If you want true wireless charging they sell external batteries that can wireless charge your phone. I have one and use it frequently, in fact I made a OP reviewing it if you care to read it. If you haven't use wireless charging then I recommend that you try it. Its easy and more importantly convenient.
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You do have some valid points. I tend to stick to one good case until i get my next phone. Cost isn't necessarily bad considering i don't go through multiple cases. I dont know much about QI charging. I was curious about that. Is there a range for wireless charging, or does it have to touch the charging pad directly to get any sort of charge?
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I have too many cases but I always do for every phone I buy. I have 12+ cases currently and I switch between them every day or week depending on how I feel.
The current qi standard can charge your phone withing 6-7mm from coil to coil. Meaning that there has to be <6-7mm between the plastic on your phone, case and charger for it to charge. I have 2 qi chargers and its much easier than plugging my phone in.
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$30 may seem a bit excessive, but you're paying for a sturdy, albeit plastic, component that frees your other hand while holding a large phone. I've had flygrips on my Notes 2 and 3, and they're worth it. I can hold the phone with confidence that i won't drop it. And they last. I used my same flygrip from the note 2 to the 3, using the extra supplied adhesive (comes with 2 adhesive stickers, and 2 pads to buffer fingers in the clip, and all with a free tpu case). I just ordered a new one yesterday afternoon, and just shipped out this morning. It seems like a gimmicky product, but once you use one, you'll never want to be without.
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We always check the XDA forums. We like to chime in and discuss anyone's questions. We also invite you to contact us directly at [email protected].
We offer a 60 Day money back guarantee. There is NO RISK TO ANYONE to try Flygrip. Order it with the code "XDA" and receive free shipping. If for some reason, you do not feel Flygrip benefits you to warrant the price, then we are happy to send you a prepaid label to ship it back and get your full purchase price back. Honestly, if you don't like it, we don't want you to have to be stuck with it. We definitely feel if you use it properly, you will enjoy more benefits that you can just "imagine". We have had so few returns, that we are completely comfortable offering this. Amazon only offers 30 days for their returns. We offer a full 60 days.
We manufacture Flygrip in the USA, and have employed 18 people over the course of 2.5 years. We are proud to produce it here in NY, and be able to service our customers.
Please remember, Flygrip is a ONE TIME purchase. You can use it on your next device, and the device after that. Unlike buying a case for $30-60, you do not need to get a new one each time. BTW, we provide a free slim case with each Flygrip purchase. You DO NOT Need a big bulky case, you will not drop your phone and you can enjoy the thin profile that all these manufacturers are working hard to achieve. I use my Note 4 without a case, and if just feels great in the hand.
Regarding Qi wireless charging: Flygrip had a booth at GetgeekedNY last year, and Qi was there, and we tested the Flygrip out on their new version 1.2 version, which charges over an inch thick. So it will not be a problem. The current Qi is about 5-7mm distance which can be spotty, but depends on the phone and placement of the Flygrip (some of the Qi receivers in the phone are above where the Flygrip is typically installed, so you should be able to place it correctly). We will be doing a video soon on that and showing that wireless charging will work if you situate the charging station a certain way.
For those who switch cases a lot, here is a neat trick: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EXluD3tlWLo
Please read the follow page and the video links to get an idea of the benefits, because really, you can not appreciate the Flygrip until you use it for yourself.
http://shop.flygrip.com/pages/flygrip-benefits
Feel free to ask any question at [email protected], we try to respond to the forum posts, but not as fast as direct to us.
I think I could live without the QI (Turbo charger is boss) but what about NFC? Can anyone confirm it still reads with the FlyGrip attached? Thanks.
pvine said:
I think I could live without the QI (Turbo charger is boss) but what about NFC? Can anyone confirm it still reads with the FlyGrip attached? Thanks.
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Almost any question you can think of has been documented either on the flygrip site or on youtube.
Here is your answer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxD66D_Bhhk
Yes, Flygrip works with NFC
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FlygripSupport said:
Almost any question you can think of has been documented either on the flygrip site or on youtube.
Here is your answer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxD66D_Bhhk
Yes, Flygrip works with NFC
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Remember, if anyone has a question about Flygrip, you can contact us direct either by email or call us 1-888-77-FLYGR (1-888-773-5947), and we will answer you. Usually within an hour.
FlygripSupport said:
Almost any question you can think of has been documented either on the flygrip site or on youtube.
Here is your answer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxD66D_Bhhk
Yes, Flygrip works with NFC
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Remember, if anyone has a question about Flygrip, you can contact us direct either by email or call us 1-888-77-FLYGR (1-888-773-5947), and we will answer you. Usually within an hour.
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With all due respect your product and concept is solid, but the price of your unit is excessive. I use to work for a plastic injection factory as an engineer, and the cost of your materials are extremely low. Your profit margins must be through the roof. Once of the products we made were Toyota car vents, which used more materials than the Flygrip, and cost 17 cents per unit. I understand you have R & D, Marketing cost, and you're probably a small company so you can't order as many products as you like to reduce your manufacturing cost, but your product should not cost more than a Supcase that offers a hybrid case and holster. I think your company would sell a lot more if you cost was reasonable. I would be happy to pay $15 per unit, and would order multiple units, but due to your cost being $30 I would never order one. Something to think about, and it's really cool you join XDA.
For those who like the idea but want something cheaper you have a couple alternatives to the flygrip. My personal favorite is the bunker ring, but check it out.
http://www.amazon.com/Universal-Sil...TF8&qid=1423105680&sr=8-3&keywords=wisefinger ($4.00 with free shipping best deal ever)
http://www.amazon.com/Kickstand-Aut...F8&qid=1423105863&sr=8-1&keywords=bunker+ring
http://www.amazon.com/LAZY-HANDS®-P...TF8&qid=1423105680&sr=8-4&keywords=wisefinger
http://www.amazon.com/WiseFinger-Bl...TF8&qid=1423105680&sr=8-1&keywords=wisefinger
http://www.amazon.com/Scott-Paul-Te...TF8&qid=1423105680&sr=8-5&keywords=wisefinger