Samsung should release is a nice dock stand for these watches. I hated the Galaxy Gear 'photo frame' cradle. I am not very keen on the new 'snap on' cradle for the Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo.
I do not mind either cradle for occasional data transfer/connection, but for daily charging, why can't they sell the charging cradle they give to retailers to display the watches..
It sits on the counter, you take the watch off and just sit it into the cradle. There is a small magnet inside that pulls your watch into place and keeps it firmly connected to the two charging pins. It's already been designed and manufactured, now just make them in both white and black and offer them for sale. I'll take two.
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I don't see a power connection to those store docks. Do they have one to charge the watch?
JimSmith94 said:
I don't see a power connection to those store docks. Do they have one to charge the watch?
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Those do have a charging cord that comes out the back/bottom of the unit. They only have 2 pogo pins, not 5, so they are for charging only. That's how they keep the display watches charged. I checked out on of the units at Best Buy and tried to convince they guy to sell it to me. but he wouldnt/couldnt.
Here is another angle of a retail dock. We obviously don't need the security cord.
I would love to have this to, I pass by the Swedish Samsung office sometimes. I could ask them if they would sell me some
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I would love to have this to, I pass by the Swedish Samsung office sometimes. I could ask them if they would sell me some
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That would be great, let us know what you find out.
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Any luck yet?
I have tried the local Samsung store here, that directed me to their call center, that directed me to another call center, that said they are only sent to retailers and sent back to Samsung after...
I really want one of these charging stands for my new Gear 2
possible problem?
So i ran some small magnets over the back of my watch and in the small space that the back has, I think there would need to be four magnets to hold it in a:
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configuration, but even after doing it I didn't create the same pull that the store stands do. I have a experiment that I'd like someone to run (I won't be going to a bestbuy for awhile). Go in with your gear 2, and neo, and try to put yours on the store stand. Does the stand attract it the same? I am worried that the stronger magnetism is a store version with an alternative (ferrous) backplate to the watch...
If I'm wrong, then I actually might start designing a stand and placing the pins and magnet in it, print the object and ship it for you guys to enjoy. Also, the base seems a bit shower stall like, I may reduce the footprint and make some design changes.
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So i ran some small magnets over the back of my watch and in the small space that the back has, I think there would need to be four magnets to hold it in a:
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configuration, but even after doing it I didn't create the same pull that the store stands do. I have a experiment that I'd like someone to run (I won't be going to a bestbuy for awhile). Go in with your gear 2, and neo, and try to put yours on the store stand. Does the stand attract it the same? I am worried that the stronger magnetism is a store version with an alternative (ferrous) backplate to the watch...
If I'm wrong, then I actually might start designing a stand and placing the pins and magnet in it, print the object and ship it for you guys to enjoy. Also, the base seems a bit shower stall like, I may reduce the footprint and make some design changes.
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Its possible they are using rare earth magnets.
I would love to have this to, I pass by the Germany Samsung office sometimes. I could ask them if they would sell me some
Cradles for Gear 2 in Black or White
I have those cradles if someone needs one. In Black or Creamy White. Not sure what the rules are on this forum and don't want to violate the admin rules. Here is what they look like.
Let me know if someone is interested.
Thanks.
I have the cradles
Breach said:
Samsung should release is a nice dock stand for these watches. I hated the Galaxy Gear 'photo frame' cradle. I am not very keen on the new 'snap on' cradle for the Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo.
I do not mind either cradle for occasional data transfer/connection, but for daily charging, why can't they sell the charging cradle they give to retailers to display the watches..
It sits on the counter, you take the watch off and just sit it into the cradle. There is a small magnet inside that pulls your watch into place and keeps it firmly connected to the two charging pins. It's already been designed and manufactured, now just make them in both white and black and offer them for sale. I'll take two.
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I posted on this thread the pics and the cradles I have for sale. Let me know the quantity you need.
Thanks.
captain1212 said:
I have those cradles if someone needs one. In Black or Creamy White. Not sure what the rules are on this forum and don't want to violate the admin rules. Here is what they look like.
Let me know if someone is interested.
Thanks.
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Do you still have these?
Cradles
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Do you still have these?
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Yep. in order to be fair to the admin of the forum, I might suggest a search on ebay of: Galaxy Gear 2 / Gear 2 Neo Charging Cradle.
I have not seen them anywhere else.
Enjoy.
captain1212 said:
Yep. in order to be fair to the admin of the forum, I might suggest a search on ebay of: Galaxy Gear 2 / Gear 2 Neo Charging Cradle.
I have not seen them anywhere else.
Enjoy.
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Not to be rude, but really.. $80? I'll wait for my local best buy to recycle theirs.
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Not to be rude, but really.. $80? I'll wait for my local best buy to recycle theirs.
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I understand what you are saying, but Ebay's fee's are really high. Then add Paypal fees and you can see it adds up quick.
Also the wimpy charger that comes with the Gear 2 is $40 and it's a pain to use.
I know the cradle is not for everyone, but for some like myself it is much more convenient and practical. Plus it is a better way to protect your Gear 2 when not in use.
If you were to order a larger quantity like 10 units I could work a better price.
Thanks for your feedback.
Thank you very much
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I understand what you are saying, but Ebay's fee's are really high. Then add Paypal fees and you can see it adds up quick.
Also the wimpy charger that comes with the Gear 2 is $40 and it's a pain to use.
I know the cradle is not for everyone, but for some like myself it is much more convenient and practical. Plus it is a better way to protect your Gear 2 when not in use.
If you were to order a larger quantity like 10 units I could work a better price.
Thanks for your feedback.
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The charger gear 2 is 15$ from samsung. Ebays fees are not that high, nor is paypals. But to each his own. I'll also wait for bb to do something with theirs. Thank you
raiu said:
The charger gear 2 is 15$ from samsung. Ebays fees are not that high, nor is paypals. But to each his own. I'll also wait for bb to do something with theirs. Thank you
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Looks like the price came down since I last saw it. I just looked and it is $19.99 on Samsung website.
Again, it is not a purchase for everyone but at least it's an additional choice for some.
Thanks again.
captain1212 said:
Looks like the price came down since I last saw it. I just looked and it is $19.99 on Samsung website.
Again, it is not a purchase for everyone but at least it's an additional choice for some.
Thanks again.
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captain1212, do you still have either of these charging cradles? I would like to buy one from you (preferably the black one if possible).
Related
Any one seen any nice car holders, I like the look of the brodit ones but I dont think they have updated their range yet.
Been using Brodit for a while now, love the custom mounts they do for almost every car on the road. Still waiting on the i9000 holder, but imagine it will be similar to their i5700 one, just getting a little impatient now, they are normally quicker than this at putting out new holders.
I received this from Brodit support yesterday:
Hi!
Thank for the interest in our products.
We have this under construction so please check our web for updates.
As soon as the holders are ready we have this ready it will be on our web.
But due to summer vacation we can’t say any clear date.
Best Regards
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So I guess it will still take some time ...
there's someone on ebay with 3 different models, ranging from $10.74 to $13 (vent mount, and two different windshield mounts - one of which appears to be very similiar to the OEM one samsung australia dealers are displaying, ie it will mount to driver's door window as well)
but the ebay seller's prices include shipping from Hong Kong - they're specific to the i9000, so i figured at the price, i'd grab one till Tmo USA had theirs up
his do not include any charger but as ive already got a Tmo car charger, i'm good to go for now
From Brodit:
Thank you for the mail.
We hope to release holders for this in the middle of August.
dakine said:
From Brodit:
Thank you for the mail.
We hope to release holders for this in the middle of August.
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Yikes! Its just a piece of moulded plastic and a USB connector.
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Yikes! Its just a piece of moulded plastic and a USB connector.
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I bought this to tie me over, it's really cheap and doesn't look half bad I think: cgi.ebay.com/UNIVERSAL-CAR-MOUNT-HOLDER-SAMSUNG-i9000-GALAXY-S-/120580246943?cmd=ViewItem&pt=AU_MobilePhoneAccessories&hash=item1c13248d9f
Got one of these as well: cgi.ebay.co.uk/Samsung-Bluetooth-Visor-Car-Kit-HF1000-Brand-New-/140408962166?cmd=ViewItem&pt=UK_Mobiles_Accessories_RL&hash=item20b106bc76
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Yikes! Its just a piece of moulded plastic and a USB connector.
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maybe they will be special!!
Brodit is a swedish company and normally nearly everybody in sweden is off during july. I guess that explains.
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I bought this to tie me over, it's really cheap and doesn't look half bad I think: cgi.ebay.com/UNIVERSAL-CAR-MOUNT-HOLDER-SAMSUNG-i9000-GALAXY-S-/120580246943?cmd=ViewItem&pt=AU_MobilePhoneAccessories&hash=item1c13248d9f
Got one of these as well: cgi.ebay.co.uk/Samsung-Bluetooth-Visor-Car-Kit-HF1000-Brand-New-/140408962166?cmd=ViewItem&pt=UK_Mobiles_Accessories_RL&hash=item20b106bc76
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yeah found same item on ebay UK, though from HK, but like you say will do until brodit release theres.
I ordered this: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Dash-Genie-Phone-Holder-Car-Kit-Samsung-i9000-Galaxy-S-/200488583857?cmd=ViewItem&pt=UK_Mobiles_Accessories_RL&hash=item2eae0d02b1
with my new Galaxy S. Hope to get them both today and test them out.
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I ordered this: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Dash-Genie-Phone-Holder-Car-Kit-Samsung-i9000-Galaxy-S-/200488583857?cmd=ViewItem&pt=UK_Mobiles_Accessories_RL&hash=item2eae0d02b1
with my new Galaxy S. Hope to get them both today and test them out.
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Let us know how this works out, I did see this but wasnt too sure how stable it would be, especially through the bends!!
dakine said:
I bought this to tie me over, it's really cheap and doesn't look half bad I think: cgi.ebay.com/UNIVERSAL-CAR-MOUNT-HOLDER-SAMSUNG-i9000-GALAXY-S-/120580246943?cmd=ViewItem&pt=AU_MobilePhoneAccessories&hash=item1c13248d9f
Got one of these as well: cgi.ebay.co.uk/Samsung-Bluetooth-Visor-Car-Kit-HF1000-Brand-New-/140408962166?cmd=ViewItem&pt=UK_Mobiles_Accessories_RL&hash=item20b106bc76
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For now, I've 'modified' my Brodit HD1 holder to fit my Galaxy S. Which seems to work ok. Just wish the GPS was a bit more accurate at times.
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Let us know how this works out, I did see this but wasnt too sure how stable it would be, especially through the bends!!
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The Galaxy S is light enough to stay put by itself on the Dash Genie. Though I found that the charging cable can pull on it and eventually un-stick it. I have to ensure the cable stays put and in the right position. It's not the bends that matter, more the potholes. And if you have to touch it it's fiddly. Neat idea, but would not buy it again.
i ordered ths one from ebay - it's specific to the i9000 - http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=190409500795&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
figured i'd use it till Tmo came out with the Samsung OEM unit here in the states - but after seeing the price for the Samsung unit on techbuy in australia (iirc either $79 or $89 AUD) i might just stay with this one
same seller on ebay has another for a couple bucks more that looks real similiar to the samsung one techbuy has pictured on their web - it looks like it will turn a full 180 degrees in the horizontal plane so you could mount it on the driver's door window -
and he has a 3rd unit that is meant for vent mounting
Try Arkon.
Look at this video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YulhYNgR6EM
Here is their website:
http://www.arkon.com/Smartphone_Holder.php
The company is based in the US.
I'm interested to here feedback on the dash genie http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Dash-Genie-Ph...UK_Mobiles_Accessories_RL&hash=item2eae0d02b1 does the phone securely stick to the holder (i.e the phone doesnt fall out when cornering hard)? - Does it work aswell in landscape as portrait? Is the red dot on the holder simply a magnet (does that affect signal or GPS?) ? - From the video on the auction it looks brilliant - I drive a 1 series similar to the one in the video too - so I know it will work on my dash
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yeah found same item on ebay UK, though from HK, but like you say will do until brodit release theres.
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I actually received it today. First impresson: cheap but well designed. It comes with a little stick on mount so you can also stick the thing to your dash instead of the windscreen. The clamp is spring loaded so it can fit the phone even if it's in a case. I like it.
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i ordered ths one from ebay - it's specific to the i9000 - http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=190409500795&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
figured i'd use it till Tmo came out with the Samsung OEM unit here in the states - but after seeing the price for the Samsung unit on techbuy in australia (iirc either $79 or $89 AUD) i might just stay with this one
same seller on ebay has another for a couple bucks more that looks real similiar to the samsung one techbuy has pictured on their web - it looks like it will turn a full 180 degrees in the horizontal plane so you could mount it on the driver's door window -
and he has a 3rd unit that is meant for vent mounting
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Did you receive the car mount yet, i am curious if it is ok?
I also ordered this one but haven't received it yet.
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yeah - it'll do fine
definitely strong enough, grip wise on the unit - in fact a little too tight, so i dremel'd out the lower capture points to give it a little relief in the vertical axis (vertical when the holder is in "landscape" position
the mechanical action on the locking cam (that locks the suction cup) feels good, real solid
and the mechanical action on the capture nut that tightens on the ball socket is actually impressive - pretty infinitely adjustable, easy to find that sweet spot where the ball socket is stiff enough to hold the phone at the angle / position you want, while not letting the holder move or shift, plus with the wgt of the vibrant so light, it's not inclined to
Both now available for preorder on Mobilefun:
Car:
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/samsung-galaxy-s-i9000-vehicle-dock-p25778.htm
Home:
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/samsung-desktop-dock-for-samsung-galaxy-s-i9000-p25779.htm
Also Battery backs and official replacement battery
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/cat/Galaxy-S-I9000-Batteries.htm
Voucher for free delivery until sept 3rd
Sorry249
Full list of Accessories:
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/cat/Samsung-Galaxy-S-I9000.htm
I want the car dock but wonder if it will fit with a protector skin/film on?
HTH
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Most likely it won't fit with a case. May be for a film. It looks like quite a tight fit.
great now if they just could tell us when it will actually hit the market
http://www.slashgear.com/galaxy-s-o...aled-desk-car-docks-dlna-hd-streamer-1197250/
The dock I have been waiting for so patiently has no speakers!!!!!!! This is lame...
To compete with iphone we need a good dock with speakers! A dock is all I wanted for my first fathers day, and now I don't think I want it...
Disappointing this!
The lack of speakers isn't a big deal to me. I mean, the built in speaker is solid enough, and it looks to me like the dock would only cove half of the SGS, so you could plug in headphones or your own speakers.
My guess about the lack of speakers is that the horrible evil iPhone plug has contacts for headphones/speakers there. You could build one for the SGS, but you'd have to have a truly separate 3.5mm jack, and in horizontal orientation you'd have to be very careful sliding it in and out to avoid breaking it.
Also, this dock is very small, and so having anything on board would seem unlikely. I expect there will be some 3rd party docks coming soon enough to cover what you want.
Did you notice all the Galaxy Tab accessories there as well? Far more than for the S
Tehpriest said:
Did you notice all the Galaxy Tab accessories there as well? Far more than for the S
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I am feeling a little betrayed by Samsung. Why can't they just get their act together and release the promised accessories? It's been 3 months already.
The Extended Battery Case looks ugly, but sadly is of great interest to me...
Actually, Handtec is now also showing some accessories available as Pre-order. It includes the Desktop Dock, Car Dock, a Leather Pouch, Replacement Battery and even an Official Capacitive Stylus for the Galaxy S.
Here is a link to these accessories: http://www.handtec.co.uk/search.php?xSearch=galaxy+s&submit=search+for+products
It's a shame, that they don't get the accesoires in stock.
I'm from Germany and they announced the Home Dock 4 Weeks ago and still nothing.
It is getting ridiculous now, I doubt if the desk cradle will ever hit the market.
Anyone any updates about this?
they are available for i500 fascinate for 40 t o 50 dollars on samsung us website dont know about i9000
doccrow said:
they are available for i500 fascinate for 40 t o 50 dollars on samsung us website dont know about i9000
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Sorry I thought everyone knew. The official desk and vehicle docks have been discontinued. My money has been returned due to this from Mobilefun. When I asked Samsung customer services about it they said Samsung don't make them but third party's do. I pointed them to the press release and they said they would contact head office in Korea. Not heard from them since.
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Sorry I thought everyone knew. The official desk and vehicle docks have been discontinued. My money has been returned due to this from Mobilefun. When I asked Samsung customer services about it they said Samsung don't make them but third party's do. I pointed them to the press release and they said they would contact head office in Korea. Not heard from them since.
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u can check their web site samsung us and can clearly see them for sale
Yes, but they don't ship to Germany
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Sorry I thought everyone knew. The official desk and vehicle docks have been discontinued. My money has been returned due to this from Mobilefun. When I asked Samsung customer services about it they said Samsung don't make them but third party's do. I pointed them to the press release and they said they would contact head office in Korea. Not heard from them since.
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One of my drinking buddies has just started working for Samsung over here in Ireland, I'll give him a week or two to get his feet under the table and give instructions on what bit of SAP to delve into to look up stock
Polarfuchs said:
Yes, but they don't ship to Germany
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They may have them listed but they are not any available to buy. They are not making or shipping them even in Korea.
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u can check their web site samsung us and can clearly see them for sale
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And there are loads on e-bay com and other US suppliers - but they are all for the Vibrant - question - is it the same shape?
Can you post a link to some of these (edit: eBay ones) as I cannot find one. (vehicle mount that is)
Desktop dock: http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/ECR-D979BEGSTA
Can't find the car mount
Have they?
Home dock, car dock, entended power case, TV out cable - I see none of those promised accessories, which is especially annoying since the docks were included in the advertisement, and part of the reason why I bought this phone.
Is this something that Samsung does on a often basis? Should I just forget about getting any official Samsung accessories (for any future phone release by Samsung)?
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Have they?
Home dock, car dock, entended power case, TV out cable - I see none of those promised accessories, which is especially annoying since the docks were included in the advertisement, and part of the reason why I bought this phone.
Is this something that Samsung does on a often basis? Should I just forget about getting any official Samsung accessories (for any future phone release by Samsung)?
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I have a thread about this elsewhere. The short answer is. No they have not. In fact they have made them obsolete before they even went on sale.
I emailed support about them and they told me Samsung do not produce these and they are available from third party retailers. I emailed back their advert and they expressed surprise and said they would contact head office S/Kor. Never heard anything since....
My order for an extended battery pack and desk dock has been put back twice.
I just find lots of retailers have either removed the listing altogether, or list it as 'discontinued' when I haven't heard of a single one shipping anywhere.
I'm really pissed off about this false advertising.
They sold millions of these phones, and for once I actually wanted to buy official docs for them so they fitted properly and the power plug clipped in for you instead of messing about with a separate cable.
Great. I guess it's time to give up all hopes.
Btw, it seems like the desk home app doesn't work on froyo. I keep getting force close, and I can no longer find it on the market.
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I honestly just don't get it. with the number of phones they've sold they would have made fortune on these accessories.
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I honestly just don't get it. with the number of phones they've sold they would have made fortune on these accessories.
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There may have been insufficient preorders. Remember, most resellers also carry their own accessories which are similar.
Auzy said:
There may have been insufficient preorders. Remember, most resellers also carry their own accessories which are similar.
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I have yet to see a single home dock that is remotely similar.
Implement support for it though, and they will come...
Samsung really should be sued for false advertizing. Showing Apps and Accessories that still do not exist half way during the products life cycle is a farce of epic proportions. I wish someone would just start a class action already.
this what you expect from samsung i had a galaxy spice and thought i will go with samsung one more time and got a galaxy s i thought its going its going to take the world by storm it has with all the lies about the phone and accessories that will never get released... they even update it to froyo and its still got bugs..i get told to root it and lag fix it but i shouldnt have with a phone like this...
May be if you had a look on their korean website for Anycall brands...
Sometimes there are lots of gems in there..something i couldn't do with my nokia....as Koreans simply do not use Nokia...thus the lack of support for korean input etc~~
Glad I got SGS ^^
I ordered a Samsung desktop Dock from MobileFun in September - this morning I got a Samsung Battery Charger with spare battery which doubles as a desktop stand (even though I never ordered one.
I'm not complaining - I was going to get a spare battery anyway so this is fair enough - pity that the Home Dock app has disappeared though I found a free "digital clock" app that can go really dim so I'm happy.
Here's the clock app I've found to be REALLY dim...
http://www.appbrain.com/app/digital-clock/com.socialnmobile.clock.digital
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It seems as if you can buy a desktop dock at Samsung US. At least one should be compatible.
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/ECR-D981BEGSTA-features
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/ECR-D979BEGSTA-features
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/ECR-D985BEGSTA-features
I'm calling Samsung now...
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I ordered a Samsung desktop Dock from MobileFun in September - this morning I got a Samsung Battery Charger with spare battery which doubles as a desktop stand (even though I never ordered one.
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Consider yourself lucky fella, I ordered a dock and extended battery in Sept from mobilefun too and neither have turned up yet. Did you get mine ?
UPDATE day later:
Love it when you talk about things, just had an email telling me its in the post. Umm now wheres the Aston Martin I was dreaming about.....
Me too. Batterycharger is travelling to me, i hope to see it before chrismas ... Edit: Oh, Aston Martin, i forgot to order one
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Usual Christmas issue or is it that Royal Mail is crap.... its still not arrived 3 days later.
you can "already" order the power pack for the sgs ... it arrived this week ... and next week the car holder will follow to be available for purchase ... i already ordered that too so i do not have to pay the delivery twice ...
I ordered via contact mail on http://www.samsungzubehoer.de/
I have Desktop Dock, but where i can download that HOME DOCK app? i can't find it on market or samsung apps...
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I have Desktop Dock, but where i can download that HOME DOCK app? i can't find it on market or samsung apps...
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It is available in the apps section but the music player does not work from it unless you install the USA version one and to do that you need root.
I'd probably never use it, but to sell a $40 nickel and dime add on for something that would probably cost less than $2 in material costs on a $900 phone kind of rubs me the wrong way.
Ok. I'll move on.
FWP.
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I'd probably never use it, but to sell a $40 nickel and dime add on for something that would probably cost less than $2 in material costs on a $900 phone kind of rubs me the wrong way.
Ok. I'll move on.
FWP.
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I am with you... I actually considered not getting the edge and that was a big reason. I guess I'll just divert money away from holiday gifts so I can buy the additional kit. Smh
I am with you on this, Really have a hard time calling this a flagship phone with this kind of nickel and dime stuff!
On top of that they don't even make it available until who knows when.
I noticed the note 4 and the edge have similar back/batteries. I would if a note 4 qi receiver would work on the Edge?
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I just went and bought a note 4 receiver. They don't cost much so why not try one. Will report the results when it gets here.
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I noticed the note 4 and the edge have similar back/batteries. I would if a note 4 qi receiver would work on the Edge?
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I just went and bought a note 4 receiver. They don't cost much so why not try one. Will report the results when it gets here.
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That's what I was wondering -
I saw this (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/351204499918?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649) and thought that if the internals are the same then it might also be used - at significantly less cost than the official version.
Can anyone take a photo of the Note Edge with the back cover removed for comparison?
If no one else does, I will get a picture this afternoon when mine comes in....
Disregard my earlier request - found pics online.
Appears the short answer is no.
EDGE: http://assets.hardwarezone.com/img/2014/09/Samsung_Galaxy_Note_Edge_Rear_Removed.jpg
NOTE4: http://assets.hardwarezone.com/img/2014/10/Samsung_Galaxy_Note_4_Review_Back.jpg
eBay - Note4 receiver:
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/351204499918?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649
Looks like the top row of connectors are vertically oriented on the Note4 but horizontal on the Note Edge.
The "L" shape for the connectors to the side of the battery are an "L" shape for the edge and reversed for the Note4 "_|"
Furthermore, the spacing from the battery looks a little different.
Depending on the actual charging receiver maybe one could bend it around to suit but it's not something I'd be keen to do personally.
As an aside, looking at the official wireless receiver/back - is the coil just under the metal plate or does it have a larger, hidden surface area? Some Qi hacks I've seen put the coil at the bottom of the phone - which makes it look like you need to carefully position your phone on the plate for the charge to kick in. (i.e. Hanging off the side of the plate so the charger / receiver are aligned)
Maybe there'll be a low cost alternative like the Note4 receiver (eBay link) in a few weeks. Until then, I guess I'm fine with charging via MicroUSB.
Give it a few more days. There will be one soon. LoL
Found
Check this link out. Just ordered one and when it arrives I will update further. Just could not do without wireless after having it on my Note 3 for so long!
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/e1105...3&exe=10708&ext=25562&sojTags=exe=exe,ext=ext
Ouch. $19 shipping? I sent packages out next day air for less than that.
I have never seen a phone include a wireless charger before. I doubt it will be something that phones will come with, unless you cant remove the battery back.
It would just up the cost of the device more and a ton of people dont even know you can charge wiresless with a kitl
xile6 said:
I have never seen a phone include a wireless charger before. I doubt it will be something that phones will come with, unless you cant remove the battery back.
It would just up the cost of the device more and a ton of people dont even know you can charge wiresless with a kitl
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I never said wireless charger. I said wireless charging capability.
Stoodo said:
I never said wireless charger. I said wireless charging capability.
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Yea same thing.
You can add a wireless back to change it wireless.
I haven't seen any phones come with one unless you can't remove the battery.
$60 for this? No, I'll wait to be released in US on Samsung and use their 50% off on accessaries received after registering product
xile6 said:
Yea same thing.
You can add a wireless back to change it wireless.
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It isn't the same thing, but ok.
I'm not a big fan of the current wireless charging technologies. Anything that makes a device warm or hot from lost energy is not an ideal solution. I'll stay old-school and plug in.
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Note 4 receiver doesn't work
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hopefully the next galaxy series will include built in wireless charging and they will continue the concept in all future flagships. i think the nexus 6 came with it already built in didn't it? i don't understand why samsung can't put it on there instead of making you buy extra battery covers
Stoodo said:
I'd probably never use it, but to sell a $40 nickel and dime add on for something that would probably cost less than $2 in material costs on a $900 phone kind of rubs me the wrong way.
Ok. I'll move on.
FWP.
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In answer to the subject question: No.
Just noticed the Samsung wireless car dock is now available.
Bonus is it looks like it works with the Samsung s-view case too.
"Supports Galaxy S 4, Galaxy S 5, Galaxy S 6, Galaxy Note 3, and Galaxy Note 4 using Wireless Charging S-View Cover"
Includes 2A USB Car Charger as well..
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NT5LDJ0/
Nice Find OP!!!
But...
Yeah... $86... nope.
mp3ster said:
Nice Find OP!!!
But...
Yeah... $86... nope.
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Exactly what I thought. Maybe if it was 30-40ish.. maybe.
DextarRogue said:
Exactly what I thought. Maybe if it was 30-40ish.. maybe.
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what? the Samsung wireless dock for home is $50 alone, so how can a wireless car charger that is more functional be cheaper?
it's ok to spend $800 on the phone but $80 is too much for an accessory?
there are a bunch of wireless charging car docks out there, here are 2 that are under $50. they arent samsung branded, but should function close to the same.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IRHQZTI/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=2EKG6AMG9E6Q5&coliid=I32ID41KSAL02Z&psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00F5XPCSC/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=2EKG6AMG9E6Q5&coliid=I7UP7HU6QGQRI
jda2631 said:
there are a bunch of wireless charging car docks out there, here are 2 that are under $50. they arent samsung branded, but should function close to the same.
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i am aware of that, just like cars.. they all do the same thing get you from point A to B and cost vary depending on the brand..
tft said:
i am aware of that, just like cars.. they all do the same thing get you from point A to B and cost vary depending on the brand..
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That's not necessarily true. Especially not for car chargers.
You end up moreso paying for the mount itself than its wireless capabilities, and as many people who've bothered trying to use a cheap mount to hold their device will tell you, you don't want a cheaply built mount holding your device while you're driving down a crappy road or going over speed bumps.
Not to mention the differences in effort required to remove the device once it has been placed. Some mounts allow one-handed operations, some require two, and some are best left alone entirely unless you can stop to interact with them.
mp3ster said:
Nice Find OP!!!
But...
Yeah... $86... nope.
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tft said:
what? the Samsung wireless dock for home is $50 alone, so how can a wireless car charger that is more functional be cheaper?
it's ok to spend $800 on the phone but $80 is too much for an accessory?
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The price of the phone is irrelevant. The dock is overpriced and doesn't provide even a decent value, the home wireless charger is overpriced too. They could have sold them both for 39.99, made a profit and sold significantly more than they will at the 80-100 price point. Either way, it's nice that there are other options for sub $50!
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That's not necessarily true. Especially not for car chargers.
You end up moreso paying for the mount itself than its wireless capabilities, and as many people who've bothered trying to use a cheap mount to hold their device will tell you, you don't want a cheaply built mount holding your device while you're driving down a crappy road or going over speed bumps.
Not to mention the differences in effort required to remove the device once it has been placed. Some mounts allow one-handed operations, some require two, and some are best left alone entirely unless you can stop to interact with them.
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I've had my fair share with cheap car mounts, probably gone through 4-5 of those cheap $20 mounts in the past 2 years. so i agree on that part which was kind of my point except i'm not very good with analogies.. i would not pay $50 for the samsung home wireless pad , but i will pay $80 for the samsung car dock, because while it doesn't apply to all things, sometimes you do get what you pay for. the samsung dock just looks a lot better than other options, even if it cost $20-30 more. the last mount i had wouldn't even stick properly to the windshield when the outside temps dropped below 30F..
I bought an airdock last month. Its on backorder. My hopes were it arrives around the s6 launch. And its the same price as the Samsung one
zathus said:
I bought an airdock last month. Its on backorder. My hopes were it arrives around the s6 launch. And its the same price as the Samsung one
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I seriously considered the hell out of that thing because I REALLY like the design. Also no wireless mount will be able to match it in terms of speed and ease of device placement and removal as well as positioning.
I just really couldn't bring myself to trust my $1000 device on a charger without some sort of "hands" to catch it on the off chance that the grip and magnet fail and allow the device to fall.
The Tylt car charger is the one to beat for that reason alone in my book. It's also a bit cheaper than the AirDock which is nice since it looks like I'm gonna end up buying 3 cases before I decide on one to keep haha.
After a lot of searching I decided to just get this dock. I will have mine wednesday from amazon for 85 bucks. In the past I used Ibolt for my S4 and absolutely loved it. Being that they don't have a specific dock for the S6 I just went with the samsung. Once I get my phone I will take pics and post a little review.
Michowski said:
After a lot of searching I decided to just get this dock. I will have mine wednesday from amazon for 85 bucks. In the past I used Ibolt for my S4 and absolutely loved it. Being that they don't have a specific dock for the S6 I just went with the samsung. Once I get my phone I will take pics and post a little review.
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i want to get this charger too but i need to be able to use my vent mount base. when you get this can you check for me if the ball on the base is the standard 17mm?
neotekz said:
i want to get this charger too but i need to be able to use my vent mount base. when you get this can you check for me if the ball on the base is the standard 17mm?
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Ive had this dock for a while now i bought it for my galaxy note edge and i have to say its a good car holder holds tight and im yet to have it fall off the window... knock on wood haha. The charge on it like any other qi charger is slow but it holds well if you are using the maps app or streaming music.
However i just dont like things on my window so i ended up buying a vent mount from a company here in sydney that makes specific mounts to your car. The website is: www.holdmyphone.com.au
And i also bought a garmin gps ball mount for it. Its a little tight but once you get it on there and tighten the nut it doesnt move. Out of site out of mind.
If anyone wanta me to post picks let me know [emoji4]
johnnyb33 said:
Ive had this dock for a while now i bought it for my galaxy note edge and i have to say its a good car holder holds tight and im yet to have it fall off the window... knock on wood haha. The charge on it like any other qi charger is slow but it holds well if you are using the maps app or streaming music.
However i just dont like things on my window so i ended up buying a vent mount from a company here in sydney that makes specific mounts to your car. The website is: www.holdmyphone.com.au
And i also bought a garmin gps ball mount for it. Its a little tight but once you get it on there and tighten the nut it doesnt move. Out of site out of mind.
If anyone wanta me to post picks let me know [emoji4]
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thanks, if it fits the garmin than it is the standard 17mm ball. Where is the release button for the arm? i cant tell from the amazon pics.
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thanks, if it fits the garmin than it is the standard 17mm ball. Where is the release button for the arm? i cant tell from the amazon pics.
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Release button is behind the holder its in a convenient spot so you can remove it one handed
anyone used this mount for the S6 yet? will the arms hit any of the buttons?
neotekz said:
anyone used this mount for the S6 yet? will the arms hit any of the buttons?
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yeah im using it on the s6 nothing touches
you have access to all buttons
zathus said:
I bought an airdock last month. Its on backorder. My hopes were it arrives around the s6 launch. And its the same price as the Samsung one
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I haven't heard of this. Can you provide a link to it?
Poetique said:
I seriously considered the hell out of that thing because I REALLY like the design. Also no wireless mount will be able to match it in terms of speed and ease of device placement and removal as well as positioning.
I just really couldn't bring myself to trust my $1000 device on a charger without some sort of "hands" to catch it on the off chance that the grip and magnet fail and allow the device to fall.
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I have used the iMagnet mount with my S4 for the past two years and have never had it just fall off. The magnet is incredibly powerful. The problem with the S6, however, is that I can't put the metal disc in my case without disrupting wireless charging.