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So I had been looking for a good armband for the AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II and I couldn't seem to find any decent ones. The only decent one I had found was for the International Version of the GSII. I thought this would be a slight issue since it wasn't for the AT&T version, but then I realised that they are pretty much the same size. My biggest concern was build quality and all the ones on Amazon seemed to be very low quality overall.
I began the search to try to get the Belkin Dual Fit in the states since they only sell it on their website in Australia. I did manage to find it on sale through Expansys but they didn't have a listing on their site for the states. Changed the domain and bam I found it available for delivery.
Here it is if you want to order it
It arrived this morning to my job so I haven't had a chance to work out with it, but I will say, the build quality is very nice. It's a well built device that seems to be meant for just a slightly larger device. There is a bit of give in the case, though that could be because the Dimensions are just slightly off for the device.
Getting the phone into the case is a bit difficult since the plastic front does stick to the phone itself. I found it easiest to pull the plastic away from the face as inserting. Seems to work best. It also is quite difficult to remove the phone from the case as well. The headphone jack does line up perfectly with the phone though that isn't a big selling point for me since I use Bluetooth Headphones exclusively. The other design aspect is since the International GSII has the speaker port in a different spot, the hole in the back doesn't line up, but I didn't notice any real issues there soundwise.
One BIG design issue (which is related to not having a proper armband for the device, is turning on the screen, you actually have to press in on the case blindly to hit the power button. Took a couple times for me to find it, but it is not easy to do off the arm. If the case is on your arm it is much easier to work with. The case does seem to have a spot on it to store your headphones as well, a small little pocket, maybe that's for cash, I'm not really sure.
Overall the case isn't half bad, and I'm sure the plastic/neoprene will stretch out slightly over time to fit the device better.
I bought two of these desktop cradles for my & my wifes Venue phones: http://www.ebay.com/itm/110731141083
They work great, build quality is superb, though my Incipio shell had to be removed for it to fit. Most importantly, the packaging and the cradle itself indicate they are for the Galaxy S II and Optimus series phones.
Seems to me that knowing that our Venue models use the same cradles as the Galaxy S II and LG Optiums opens up more possiblities.
Great to know. I have a SGSII too - so it will work with both I guess
It's not really as much as 'fitted for the venue' as much as it is simply 'fits any device with a micro-usb port'
Unfortunately the primary downside to something like this is there's no back for it, and even if there was it wouldnt fit it very well. There's always the risk of falling or slipping or something onto it and snapping the connector on the phone.
can use with otter box case?
I would guess it wouldn't fit. It says not compatible with Venue Pro which is about the same thickness as Venue with an Otterbox case. However, I could be wrong.
I bought one of those and thought so much of it that I threw it away. It wasn't even good enough to give away.
There is no support for the back of the phone. The USB connector ends up holding the phone. Not a good setup IMO.
Sounds like the slacker radio dock for the s5, except that it's
1) in landscape so that's already a lot
2) the dock connector is much wider
I only use it as a backup as there's always the fear of falling on it and it snapping or something, or even hitting it by accident.
Hey everyone,
Just received my Air Dock in the mail and I've had mixed results using my Galaxy Note 3 with it. So rather than buying more cases and QI adapters, throwing stuff at the wall hoping something sticks, I thought we could all band together to find the best setup. This should be a thread for people to post their experiences and post links to the cases and wireless charging adapters they are using with the Air Dock and their GN3.
For those of you unfamiliar with the Air Dock, it's a new Indiegogo backed vehicle mount that employs nano-suction and QI wireless charging. It essentially uses a bunch of tiny suction cups (and some magnets apparently) to bond to your phone with out needing any kinds of harnesses or clips. The only issue seems to be that this tech requires some specific stuff to function well. The back of the phone needs to be high gloss plastic for it to stick well and it can't be too thick (i think .8mm is the max for it to still charge). For phones with matte backs (like the Nexus 5) magnets are an option.
Here is the link to the website and plenty of videos and pictures for those who don't know about it: TheAirDock.com
Ok, so I'll start with my setup and experience and hopefully others will follow along to find the best combination of accessories to get the most out of this dock.
Phone: Black Galaxy Note 3 (Verizon)
-I tried it on the dock with no case and while it holds, I'm not very confident in it. I think it may be the texture of the soft touch back. Also there seems to be magnets in it, which I'm not sure there were supposed to be but they are responding to something in the phone
Case: Black Cruzerlite Hybrid Case for Samsung Galaxy Note 3
-Same deal, it sticks to it but it's not inspiring confidence. It's not a high gloss back, so that's probably the issue (bought it well before the Air Dock). The dock also comes with a magnet sticker to place between the case and phone, and that helps but I haven't been able to get it to register a charge at all with the case on.
QI adapter: Wireless Qi Power Receiver Car Charger NFC For Samsung Note 3 N9000 N9005 BC279
-I think this is the part that has created the biggest issue. It's only ever recognized the charger a handful of times, with and without the back cover on. And even when it recognizes it, it just flashes the "now wireless charging" dealy and then goes back to discharging immediately. I know that the adapter works because it charges fine on my desktop QI charging pad.
It holds GN3 securely?
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It holds GN3 securely?
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Not exactly. If i put it on there with no case and like 15 degrees of back lean it holds decently. The backplate isn't as glossy as it needs to be to hold securely though. It's capable of it, they've shown it holding the various Nexus tablets.
That's kind of what this thread is about, trying to find out the best combination of accessories to make this thing work correctly.
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i'm still waiting on my airdock, but regarding the QI receiver insert charging/discharging deal, have you tried to rotate the airdock 90 degrees? I've ran across QI chargers where orientation matters.
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i'm still waiting on my airdock, but regarding the QI receiver insert charging/discharging deal, have you tried to rotate the airdock 90 degrees? I've ran across QI chargers where orientation matters.
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Hmm. I think that's worth a shot. The dock is weird in that the ball joint faces a specific direction, which is different than the prototypes I saw. And if what you say is true, mounting it on the windshield would make the dock upside down. I'll give that a go when I go to my car in the AM.
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Hmm. I think that's worth a shot. The dock is weird in that the ball joint faces a specific direction, which is different than the prototypes I saw. And if what you say is true, mounting it on the windshield would make the dock upside down. I'll give that a go when I go to my car in the AM.
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an easier way is to not move the dock, and just rotate your phone 90 degrees (vertical vs. horizontal), and see if that helps with the wireless charging.
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Hey everyone,
Just received my Air Dock in the mail and I've had mixed results using my Galaxy Note 3 with it. So rather than buying more cases and QI adapters, throwing stuff at the wall hoping something sticks, I thought we could all band together to find the best setup. This should be a thread for people to post their experiences and post links to the cases and wireless charging adapters they are using with the Air Dock and their GN3.
For those of you unfamiliar with the Air Dock, it's a new Indiegogo backed vehicle mount that employs nano-suction and QI wireless charging. It essentially uses a bunch of tiny suction cups (and some magnets apparently) to bond to your phone with out needing any kinds of harnesses or clips. The only issue seems to be that this tech requires some specific stuff to function well. The back of the phone needs to be high gloss plastic for it to stick well and it can't be too thick (i think .8mm is the max for it to still charge). For phones with matte backs (like the Nexus 5) magnets are an option.
Here is the link to the website and plenty of videos and pictures for those who don't know about it: TheAirDock.com
Ok, so I'll start with my setup and experience and hopefully others will follow along to find the best combination of accessories to get the most out of this dock.
Phone: Black Galaxy Note 3 (Verizon)
-I tried it on the dock with no case and while it holds, I'm not very confident in it. I think it may be the texture of the soft touch back. Also there seems to be magnets in it, which I'm not sure there were supposed to be but they are responding to something in the phone
Case: Black Cruzerlite Hybrid Case for Samsung Galaxy Note 3
-Same deal, it sticks to it but it's not inspiring confidence. It's not a high gloss back, so that's probably the issue (bought it well before the Air Dock). The dock also comes with a magnet sticker to place between the case and phone, and that helps but I haven't been able to get it to register a charge at all with the case on.
QI adapter: Wireless Qi Power Receiver Car Charger NFC For Samsung Note 3 N9000 N9005 BC279
-I think this is the part that has created the biggest issue. It's only ever recognized the charger a handful of times, with and without the back cover on. And even when it recognizes it, it just flashes the "now wireless charging" dealy and then goes back to discharging immediately. I know that the adapter works because it charges fine on my desktop QI charging pad.
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The receiver you have is not a very good one, its rather weak, i had to add another ferrite or flexi magnet to it so that most of my other transmitter can detect it, but if nfc is a must, you have no choice.
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an easier way is to not move the dock, and just rotate your phone 90 degrees (vertical vs. horizontal), and see if that helps with the wireless charging.
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So I tried all orientations and no such luck. I think it's the QI adapter.
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kms108 said:
The receiver you have is not a very good one, its rather weak, i had to add another ferrite or flexi magnet to it so that most of my other transmitter can detect it, but if nfc is a must, you have no choice.
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Good to know. NFC isn't a must so could you recommend a better QI adapter for the thread?
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Would also like to report back on the docks performance today. I had my phone on it (in the case) all day with just a small amount of back lean. It held strong on the drive to and from bwork. I also went for some drinks after work and it held strong to and from along a fairly bumpy road. I still want to find a glossy back case but my confidence is growing in the nano suction as is.
I also wanted to report that I put my old Galaxy S1 in it (only phone I have with a glossy back) and it held just like it does in the videos.
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Good to know. NFC isn't a must so could you recommend a better QI adapter for the thread?
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There is three
nillkin has one with qi/ s view function
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2605204
yijieneng
powerqi with copper coil (non nfc)
yijieneng and powerqi shown below.
Hi Guys,
Just to know if I'm the only one experiencing difficulties with my airdock :
I received my items 2 days ago (I have 2 as a friend also ordered one) and test them with 2 Nexus 4 :
Concerning the suction, it's definitily very very good with the N4 and no case, clearly, no risk to have the phone fall while driving !
So, that was the good news ...
The bad one is that the charging is very unreliable on both airdock pads, but with differents effects :
On the first one, it's very difficult for it to be seen charging by the phone, but when it does, it work for several minutes ... and stop working without apparent reasons ...
On the second one, I experiment the same kind of symptoms as described in the first post : the wireless charging is only seen by the phone for something like 1/2s, and then it's off ...
That's quite a disppointment as otherwise, it holds the phone just fine in the car and I found it very convenient. I hope I was just unlucky with mines, or maybe they suffer from transport (the package shows no evidence of it yet ...).
I contacted Greg, the guy from theAirdock.com to have his advices on the matter, but no answer so far ... I was wondering if I'm the only experimenting those issues ?
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Hi Guys,
Just to know if I'm the only one experiencing difficulties with my airdock :
I received my items 2 days ago (I have 2 as a friend also ordered one) and test them with 2 Nexus 4 :
Concerning the suction, it's definitily very very good with the N4 and no case, clearly, no risk to have the phone fall while driving !
So, that was the good news ...
The bad one is that the charging is very unreliable on both airdock pads, but with differents effects :
On the first one, it's very difficult for it to be seen charging by the phone, but when it does, it work for several minutes ... and stop working without apparent reasons ...
On the second one, I experiment the same kind of symptoms as described in the first post : the wireless charging is only seen by the phone for something like 1/2s, and then it's off ...
That's quite a disppointment as otherwise, it holds the phone just fine in the car and I found it very convenient. I hope I was just unlucky with mines, or maybe they suffer from transport (the package shows no evidence of it yet ...).
I contacted Greg, the guy from theAirdock.com to have his advices on the matter, but no answer so far ... I was wondering if I'm the only experimenting those issues ?
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You're not the only one, I had similar issues with my Note 3 (actually why I started this thread). I ended up contacting Greg as well and he recommended I purchase a Qi adapter from their site, which did make it function much more reliably. It's acceptable in my opinion at this point but I'm still not 100% sure it's going to charge or stay charging anytime I set it on the AirDock.
Bad news is, my solution isn't really an option with the N4 since (i believe) the wireless charging is built in. I do believe that the Qi charger in the AirDock is generally weak though since I tried about 3 different Qi adapters before finally buying the one from the AirDock site that worked. Otherwise it would do exactly what yours is doing (got both of the things you described with different adapters). I would say try to exchange your docks.
Something that works for me sometimes if it doesn't start charging right away is to unplug the USB cable from the lighter socket side and plug it back in. Also be sure that you are plugged into the 2.1A socket that it comes with, as i found it won't work with the standard 1A plugs most people have laying around.
I really love the concept of the AirDock and I'm glad I backed it but the build quality is certainly suspect. Mine is starting to fall apart after only a few months (the suction pad part is starting to separate from the housing, i can only assume because of how the phone has to be pulled to remove). I think this is par for the course with beta hardware though. Fortunately, customer service was very accommodating in my experience. Hope you're as fortunate.
Yep, actually, I found the thread on the N5 forum after I put my post here. And there indeed seems to be a few complaints with it
I had ne feedback from Greg sincemy email yesterday, but I figure they may be quite busy those days as many people seems to be receiving them.
Well, I hope he will provide a solution, because, for one of the two, with the same symptoms as yours, I can believe it's a problem with positionning, but for the other, the phone start charging for a few minutes and, without it moving, stops ... To me it sounds more like a loose contact somewhere inside the airdock ...
Well, wait'n see, they say ...
I will keep you posted of Greg's answer ..
Any word on how this works with the Note 3's stock "leather" textured back? Is a case required for it to stay?
Also, has anybody tried it with the Samsung brand wireless charger cover? The Air Dock website suggests that the Samsung brand cover is the best wireless charger receiver available; even better than the ones that Air Dock sells.
do you use the Magnetic Sticker?
For the original poster, how did things work out for you in the end? I have a Nexus 5 and it works extremely well with the AirDock because of the smooth back and also because of the magnets. I'm thinking of going to the Note 4. On the AirDock site it does say the textured back of the Note may not stick too well so they recommend using the magnetic sticker. I have one that come with my AirDock and can't imagine putting that on the back of the phone case. I expect it would be pretty damn ugly.
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For the original poster, how did things work out for you in the end? I have a Nexus 5 and it works extremely well with the AirDock because of the smooth back and also because of the magnets. I'm thinking of going to the Note 4. On the AirDock site it does say the textured back of the Note may not stick too well so they recommend using the magnetic sticker. I have one that come with my AirDock and can't imagine putting that on the back of the phone case. I expect it would be pretty damn ugly.
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I thought for sure I had already posted this response. I ended up getting an AirDock and the OEM Samsung Wireless charging cover for my Note 3. It's been a good setup. I'm not using the ugly sticker. The magnets in the AirDock seem to hold on to some metal in the wireless cover. It isn't as good as a smooth backed device, but it works for the most part. I'm glad I bought it.
That's good to know. Thanks for replying. One way to get a smoother back and increase the adhesion on the AirDock while avoiding the thickness of a case is to get a vinyl wrap although I'm not sure how they would go with the Samsung wireless back since it looks like the shape especially around the camera is slightly different. I have a D-Brand skin on my Nexus 5 and I really love it and it makes the back even smoother. I just got a Note 4 yesterday and have ordered a third-party Qi receiver coil so I'll see how that goes first. Looks like SlickWraps has some nice vinyl skins for the Note 3 and 4.
Also want to report that yesterday I tried my Note 4 with the AirDock using the standard back. At first it did not adhere at all. However I noticed that surface of my AirDock charging pad was pretty dusty. For my Nexus 5 I had been relying mostly on the magnets to hold the phone there. So I cleaned the AirDock with a bit of water as they recommend and the Note 4 holds very securely now. I think if I add a vinyl skin or a very thin case I think it would be even more secure.
Black one in stock now: http://www.mobilefun.com/47945-official-samsung-galaxy-alpha-qi-wireless-charging-cover-black.htm
White one on preorder: http://www.mobilefun.com/47948-official-samsung-galaxy-alpha-qi-wireless-charging-cover-white.htm
For wireless charging how does this exactly work?
It works by induction. You need a special charging station (read: a square box that is resting on your nightstand from now on), where you can put your phone on. You don't have to fiddle with plugs.
The charging station works with a standard USB connection and for your phone you need the above mentioned back cover, with is a complete replacement for the existing backplate. The special back cover contains all the electronics and contact pins to connect with the phones battery.
looks like it make the phone super thick!!! Plus cant use with any cases
jerflash said:
looks like it make the phone super thick!!! Plus cant use with any cases
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Of course, they have to place the coil somewhere, it's just a sacrifice you have to make for having the convenience. Also most flexable rubber/silicone cases do work because they stretch (I just prefer to go without them for the sake of ruining the design of the phone).
It should be arriving here by end of week and I'll be sure to take a few pics for you guys.
FYI, I have purchased a wireless charging back for every single Samsung device I have ever owned so I have plenty of experience (S3, S4, Note 3, and currently S5)
I was running the wireless charging back on my LG G3 so I have some experience as well. That back only added 1 millimeter to the thickness...I measured it. Just better design. I have the alpha and I'm currently testing next to the iPhone 6. Liking both phones alot. Need to test battery life
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The most disappointing thing about the wireless charging back cover, other than its extra thickness which makes it less flush, is on the standard cover, the SAMSUNG logo is shiny and embossed, giving the same effect as the metallic edging. On the wireless charging cover, its matte and flat like a cheap tacky plastic print. Not at all in-keeping with the quality of the rest of the phone.
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The most disappointing thing about the wireless charging back cover, other than its extra thickness which makes it less flush, is on the standard cover, the SAMSUNG logo is shiny and embossed, giving the same effect as the metallic edging. On the wireless charging cover, its matte and flat like a cheap tacky plastic print. Not at all in-keeping with the quality of the rest of the phone.
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Hmm this is quite strange, usually Samsung does not cheap out on those wireless charging back covers and try to make it as identical to original as possible (at least on all the models I've used them on). Perhaps they didn't spend as much into this one due to the lack of popularity/demand for this device. Still surprises me though, it should cost cheaper in that case as well.
@jerflash: Actually on the S5 the gain in thickness is almost not noticeable. My dad uses one and switched backcovers and you don't see it.
Inductive coils are super thin copperwires that need next to no room for themselves.
I bought one of these for my note 3 and even though it did give it some weight and thickness, the battery cover was thick enough that the camera lens would not come in contact when places on a flat surface which was nice.
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The most disappointing thing about the wireless charging back cover, other than its extra thickness which makes it less flush, is on the standard cover, the SAMSUNG logo is shiny and embossed, giving the same effect as the metallic edging. On the wireless charging cover, its matte and flat like a cheap tacky plastic print. Not at all in-keeping with the quality of the rest of the phone.
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That is the wireless charging cover of the Alpha right? Can you tell me if it has magnets in it for alignment? I'm trying to build a car dock with magnetic attachment like the Nexus 5 and wonder if this cover for the Alpha would let me do that.
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open1your1eyes0 said:
Of course, they have to place the coil somewhere, it's just a sacrifice you have to make for having the convenience. Also most flexable rubber/silicone cases do work because they stretch (I just prefer to go without them for the sake of ruining the design of the phone).
It should be arriving here by end of week and I'll be sure to take a few pics for you guys.
FYI, I have purchased a wireless charging back for every single Samsung device I have ever owned so I have plenty of experience (S3, S4, Note 3, and currently S5)
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And/or would you know the answer to my question?
Is anyone using the qi cover with thr Alpha?
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Is anyone using the qi cover with thr Alpha?
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I am. As far as am aware there are no magnets in the cover but a metal plate is there.
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I am. As far as am aware there are no magnets in the cover but a metal plate is there.
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And it works? I emailed Samsung and they told me there are no qi chafgers that work with the Alpha. If youre saying it works I might actually buy it and build a magnetic charger for it so I can dock in my car. Thanks!
They also confirmed thr Alpha has OIS.
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And it works? I emailed Samsung and they told me there are no qi chafgers that work with the Alpha. If youre saying it works I might actually buy it and build a magnetic charger for it so I can dock in my car. Thanks!
They also confirmed thr Alpha has OIS.
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It definitely works (using it daily at work) so whoever you talked to has no idea what they're talking about. Wouldn't be the first time honestly.
That wireless charging cover looks super ugly and so doesn't fit the amazing design of the rest of the pone. Not sure what Samsung was thinking when making such a poor looking charging cover.
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And it works? I emailed Samsung and they told me there are no qi chafgers that work with the Alpha. If youre saying it works I might actually buy it and build a magnetic charger for it so I can dock in my car. Thanks!
They also confirmed thr Alpha has OIS.
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Thay confirmed OIS,i try to find out anywhere this info but I only find in one US site nowhere else
is it possable that Alpha has OIS
Can you shere this info with us m8
Could you please tell me whether the extra thickness of the cover makes it impossible to fit a case over it? I have in mind a flip case.
Samsung do not yet list a wireless charging back on their web site for the Galaxy Alpha. I wonder if this is a picture of the back for the bigger battery.
I got my official wireless charging back. Unfortunately, it does make the phone slightly thicker which means cases are not going to fit over it. I tried a cheap plastic soft case which I thought would stretch enough to fit but it didn't. So I had better not drop my phone.....
Otherwise, the wireless charging works fine with a Nokia DT desktop charger.
Hey all,
just a heads up. got a sammy ruggedized case from best buy today.
two things,
firstly, it does not work properly with the samsung convertible wireless fast charger. its intermittent. laying it sideways worked better than portrait. for me, thats as good as not working. so its going back.
secondly, its helluva thick. looking for one with a much much slimmer profile..
ordered a caseolgy vault II of amazon, hope it fits the bill. theres nothing from samsung thats anything like the OEM slim case they had for the note 4.
any other suggestions for a slim tpu case that will work perfectly with wireless charging.
UAG says on their site that their cases do. I use UAG for the kids and also had one for my note II. awesome for protection, but looks funny in the boardroom in my hand next to a Rolex... if you get what i mean. design aesthetic more for bungee diving.
I know that it says it doesn't work in the amazon listing. Let me know what you think of that caseology vault. Looking for something that doesn't look like constuction equipment as well haha.
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I know that it says it doesn't work in the amazon listing. Let me know what you think of that caseology vault. Looking for something that doesn't look like constuction equipment as well haha.
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will do.
its on the website and the packaging
yes this is no secret or a major flaw. its a highly rugged case. i posted about this in the accessories forum with photos when someone asked about it. but.. appreciate your efforts though.. :good:
why dont you post or look in the accessory subforum instead of general?
Samsung's accessory website states clearly it doesn't work with all wireless chargers. I have the old "puck" style and it does work with it. I don't have the new "convertible" one to test with.
i didnt look it up on sammys website. and its not stated onthe box. so i bought it.
it is stated on a piece of paper in the box though.
my bad, should have posted in acc forum.
we should make a list of covers that 100% work in real world experience with wireless chargers a sticky. would be real helpful for those of us looking to buy one.
I want to like the case but I'm returning it for a Speck Presidio grip as it's a bit thinner.
The Samsung is too bulky and the Speck gives just as much protection IMHO.
The Best Buy branded TPU actually fits nice. Button tactile feedback is a bit weak as are the protrusions and it's overpriced by 100% (JMHO) but it's available right now...
Waiting for Diztronic to release theirs. The first revision for the S8+ was a disaster but they fixed that with a revised one.
The phone is sleek naked but one drop is going to be an expensive mistake, most likely. So there's that.
its stated on the website of samsung that it doesnt work buddy, the reason it doesnt work is because there's a steel plate inside.
Thats odd, it works with mine just fine.
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Thats odd, it works with mine just fine.
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tried several times, intermittent at best.
as stated by Samsung, not compatible.
Got a caseology TPU case, it works just fine.
a good thing too, the ruggedized case was too thick to be comfortable to hold.
ya it dont work on the sammy. i have two sammy convertible chargers and the same happens on both--it starts then pauses...
now i DO have the choetech charger and believe it or not the charger seems to charge the phone THROUGH the case!!!
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ya it dont work on the sammy. i have two sammy convertible chargers and the same happens on both--it starts then pauses...
now i DO have the choetech charger and believe it or not the charger seems to charge the phone THROUGH the case!!!
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If you lay it down flat it will charge.
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Ive done that and it does not do it reliably. It's hit or miss.
No worries at all because I dont use the military case for day to day. I use the alcantara for that...
Moreover, i bought the convertible knowing the case would not work, and i also bought the convertible to be able to use the phone/have it in portrait mode since that's a feature of the charge pad...
I have both the Samsung convertible, and slanted fast chargers. It works with a little effort in both potrait and landscape modes. Similar to my s8+ in its Lifeproof Fré case, but it won't work in portrait mode
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My ruggedized case works with my older Spigen tilted charger, likely due to the padding the convertible charger has
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I also returned my Samsung rugged case and switched to the Speck Presidio Grip. I don't care about wireless charging, but I thought the case actually felt less protective than the Speck case. I wanted to like it because of the kickstand and because of how awesome it looked from the back, but between the thickness and the tiny front lip, the case just seemed a bit off to me.
Edit: I will say that the Samsung case felt great in my hand. It is super smooth but still grippy. If it was a bit thinner and had a slightly bigger front lip it would be my favorite case hands down.
Anyone try the Samsung Alcantara case yet?
Alcantara on deck
Yes ive had it a few days now. Its premium. Classy. Worth the price of admission.
Do you have a specific question about it?
cpufrost said:
Anyone try the Samsung Alcantara case yet?
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Yes. It is nice, but it attracts pocket lint (I had the black), and I personally didn't like how it felt in the hand. It was slippery, and it made my palms sweat...I returned it.
mhill1986 said:
Yes. It is nice, but it attracts pocket lint (I had the black), and I personally didn't like how it felt in the hand. It was slippery, and it made my palms sweat...I returned it.
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Yep, feels shaggy to me. Reminds me of the leather iPhone case turned inside out! I'm returning it. Currently using the best buy insignia brand black TPU. Best case I have for now.
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