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Just came across these:
samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/ECS-V1A3BEGSTA
samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/ECR-D1A3BEGSTA
Anyone tried these? I'm also wondering if they will work with the Sprint Nexus S 4G - Samsung's page says they will, but the 4G phone is going to be 1mm thicker and they could have just screwed up.
I can't say anything about the car dock because I don't use any. But, as for the desktop dock, I recommend taking a look at the KiDiGi dekstop dock for Nexus S. It looks awesome, it holds it tight into place, and it's not that expensive; also, it has a version with a 2nd battery compartment.
Carvin226 said:
Just came across these:
samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/ECS-V1A3BEGSTA
samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/ECR-D1A3BEGSTA
Anyone tried these? I'm also wondering if they will work with the Sprint Nexus S 4G - Samsung's page says they will, but the 4G phone is going to be 1mm thicker and they could have just screwed up.
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I've got both.
Nothing fancy, no bells or whistles.
Desktop dock has a blue LED to indicate when the phone is plugged in. When it's docked, the phone automatically goes to clock mode. Press the clock app on your phone's desktop to see what it looks like.
Car dock is completely passive. Very sturdy though so the phone sits there without jiggling, even when you press the screen/keys. Cheaper models are sometimes not quite so sturdy.
But both seem very good build quality. I'm happy with both of them.
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Mind if I ask where you purchased them from? Samsung's online store always says they're backordered. I've been looking everywhere online for another place that sells these docks ever since the phone came out, but I can't find them for purchase anywhere. Thanks in advance for any help.
@kofruge -
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/samsung-desktop-dock-for-samsung-google-nexus-s-p28223.htm
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/samsung-google-nexus-s-vehicle-dock-p28222.htm
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I have been on the fence about the desktop dock, but may have to buy one! Does it slide in and connect pretty easily?
Yes it plugs in and connects very easily and smoothly.
Feels like a very nice fit between the phone and the desk dock.
With the car dock the fit is very tight, which is good because the phone is not moving from its place at all.
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Great thanks! Gotta get one now! Guess ill order from Samsung and hope it doesn't take too long to ship!
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Man, how I wish they delivered to the U.S. I've been dying for one of those desk docks...
I'm ordering from Samsung to US will keep everyone posted on shipping times. I know it says they are backordered.
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Can the desktop dock be turned upright? Or does it have to lay on its side?
AshsToAshs said:
Can the desktop dock be turned upright? Or does it have to lay on its side?
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Only on it's side
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The dock is finally available to purchase!!
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/ECR-D1A3BEGSTA
SupaDupaFly24 said:
The dock is finally available to purchase!!
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/ECR-D1A3BEGSTA
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I found mine at best buy last night...they had both car and desk dock. I purchased the desk dock for work and love it. Just used it this morning for first time. Slides in easily and goes into landscape clock app automatically when plugged in displaying time and weather. Very cool!
does it come with a built in bluetooth? like the nexus one dock
I don't believe so...nothing mentioned on the box...just seems to charge phone and throw into landscape dock mode.
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I don't believe so...nothing mentioned on the box...just seems to charge phone and throw into landscape dock mode.
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can you take some pictures of it for us? those bad photoshop jobs on the sammy website make me curious what it really looks like.
I will try tomorrow. I don't have a camera so will use new iPad I got yesterday! Loving dock so easy to slide in phone and the dock mode with time and weather. Also let's meet easily charge phone while at work so it easily lasts all day and night now!
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Car dock
I just got a case from the sprint store yesterday. Do you think the phone will still fit in the car dock or will I have to remove the case?
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I just got a case from the sprint store yesterday. Do you think the phone will still fit in the car dock or will I have to remove the case?
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I looked at them both at the local Best Buy. They don't look like they would work with a case so ill probably put just an invisible shield on to use the car dock.
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Anyone know of an accessory that would help my Shift stand by itself, such as when taking a picture? Or maybe a DIY stand?
Thanks!
Never heard of one. Evo users always flaunt their stand like it's a big deal. Never seen the need for one.
The main use I see for the stand that Evo users use it (or any phone with a stand for that matter) for is for playing movies and music. (This is why I have an HP touchpad).
I actually went to breakfast with a friend today that has a Windows Phone 7 on T-Mobile with a stand and tried to start watching netflix.
I then started laughing at him because he couldn't get service and I said hold on let me turn on my "4g". Turned 4G on, got connected and then I said "Oh wait.. I cancelled netflix 3 months ago."
Moral of the story: It's useless. And there is only 1 camera on the phone and it's on the back. So I guess you could DIY a stand for the camera but honestly I just don't find it very practical or see a high demand for it.
Don't let me stop you from googling it further or creating a DIY tutorial though. Never really cared for this feature on my phone. More important than a stand to me is that lovely hardware keyboard.
i do enjoy my keyboard
thanks for the help!
If you look in amazon for tripods for cameras, there's one that comes with a clip that can hold your phone so you can user your camera with the timer mode.
It's been a long time since I got me one but it worked just right.
http://www.amazon.com/Sima-Universal-Mini-Tripod-Camera/dp/B000855048/ref=cm_pdp_rev_itm_img_2
or this one..
http://www.amazon.com/Adjustable-Tripod-camera-Holder-Cellphone/dp/B0042J6VUS/ref=cm_cr_pr_sims_i
You could get a car dock that has a suction cup and one of those bean bag things that are used in cars for the gps. May be slightly bulky but would be a fine short stand.
I have a setup similar to this for my car and could use it as a tripod in a pinch.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001EPX7N2/ref=mp_s_a_2?qid=1322184144&sr=8-2
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003ELOOZO/ref=mp_s_a_10?qid=1322184231&sr=8-10
If you just want it to standup like the Evo does with it's kickstand you can easily modify one of those little white plastic things that come in pizza boxes to do the trick.
jesusice said:
If you just want it to standup like the Evo does with it's kickstand you can easily modify one of those little white plastic things that come in pizza boxes to do the trick.
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Yikes! Hard plastic or fiberglass a homemade stand like a dock that the phone can sit in sideways......
salt shaker
only time i need a stand is if at a restaurant eating.
lean it against a salt shaker etc while eat and watch a show .
An old Cassette Case works great
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An old Cassette Case works great
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Now that's some old school **** there! Haha. I don't think a cassette has been made in 15-20 years. LOL. E-bay antiques section.
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jsp254 said:
Now that's some old school **** there! Haha. I don't think a cassette has been made in 15-20 years. LOL. E-bay antiques section.
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I know that's right!
jsp254 said:
Now that's some old school **** there! Haha. I don't think a cassette has been made in 15-20 years. LOL. E-bay antiques section.
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Well that should give you an idea of how long I've been messing with phones . BTW still have an unopened pack of cassettes .
TEAM MiK
Mik Roms Since 3/13/11
i haven't seen one specifically for the Shift yet, and i'm surprised no one has created a case with one built in. hell, i'm just happy the MikShifted-G ROM lets me use the volume button to take a pic lol. pressing the button without looking at the screen was a pain in the ace.
I used an old cd and used a lighter to soften it up to bend it into shape I could work with, I only use it while listening to music.
Got the idea from some DIY site and it has worked fine for my needs.
I found that a PSP-1000 stand works great... unless the app has a fixed landscape and doesn't rotate. However I could just tilt the shift so the usb plug fit underneath and the stand still functioned (if at an odd angle). It doesn't hold the phone securely, so no carrying it around in the stand but it is good enough to withstand a table bump.
Dogan
Used to find them cheap, used @ gamestop
Seidio also makes a desktop charging cradle that i'm sure could be modified slightly for just about any need while keeping the charge function. Just throwing that out there.
@jsp
pretty sure you just angered a few of us older techies lol. calling our beloved cassettes antiques. I still remember stealing the black album by metallica off my father on cassette.
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Seidio also makes a desktop charging cradle that i'm sure could be modified slightly for just about any need while keeping the charge function. Just throwing that out there.
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If I can come across that cradle for a bit less, I'm going to have to pick it up. It's the first one I've seen that they show working with a Case.
i'm looking for a right angle otg cable that has the right angle so that when i have my n7 horizontally placed (power and volume rocker facing up), the cable is hanging down. most of the ones on the market angle up..... i know there are some on amazon (sanoxy) that have the right angle, but one of the reviews said that the item was not like the picture shown.
it is stupid that the n7 has the plug upside down.
anyone?
i just use my straight one in conjunction with this:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/140794923371?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
you mean like this one?
http://www.amazon.com/T-Flash-Adapt...20?ie=UTF8&qid=1346473771&sr=8-1&keywords=otg
i got mine from crazy-store seller, took about a week to 10 days from HK to NY
2nd time i ordered a bunch and they either threw in a few extra for free or they just made a mistake
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you mean like this one?
http://www.amazon.com/T-Flash-Adapt...20?ie=UTF8&qid=1346473771&sr=8-1&keywords=otg
i got mine from crazy-store seller, took about a week to 10 days from HK to NY
2nd time i ordered a bunch and they either threw in a few extra for free or they just made a mistake
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E want the cable angled to the opposite side (left side). Your picture, the cable is angled to the right.
you can just use an excato knife and cut along the seam to open up the plastic just enough to rotate the micro usb 180 and reglue it shut.
i see it now, wasn't paying attention reading the post (just saw right angle)
but if it hangs the other way, wouldn't the wire+whatever usb think you plugged in be touching the table when you place it sideways on a stand?
testaccount said:
i see it now, wasn't paying attention reading the post (just saw right angle)
but if it hangs the other way, wouldn't the wire+whatever usb think you plugged in be touching the table when you place it sideways on a stand?
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that's the main purpose, so the thing wont be pulling the port.
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i just use my straight one in conjunction with this:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/140794923371?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
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Okay to use with tpu/slim cases? Can you take a pic?
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looks like this is the one you're looking for:
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=2447
Like the look of this one but not found in UK and not tested, anyone tried?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/140794923371?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
Took my Nexus 5 apart this morning to get rid of the power button rattle, and had a look at the battery. The connection for this one and the LG G2 are identical, just on opposite sides (Nexus on the right, G2 on the left). However, after checking ebay for a G2 battery I noticed that although the connection is on the left, it is coming up from the underneath (see pic). If they are the same size-ish, does anyone think it would be possible to buy a G2 battery, simply flip it over so the flex has a little more play in it, then attach it to the logic board? It seems do-able, if the flex permits it and they're of a similar height and width. Anyone got N5 and a G2 that fancy's taking them apart?
No pics are attached.
How did you remove the rattle in the power button did you identify something that is easily fixed
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Uploaded now, the pic is of a G2 battery
Kenneth131 said:
How did you remove the rattle in the power button did you identify something that is easily fixed
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There is a gap (extremely tiny) in between the ceramic power button and the micro-switch inside. I took out the logic board then rested a tiny square of normal paper (about 2mm x 2mm) on the inside of the button. Carefully put the logic board back in so as not to knock the paper from it's place, put the phone back together and the rattle has gone, plus the button has a more firm click
Here is a pic of the Nexus 5 battery
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There is a gap (extremely tiny) in between the ceramic power button and the micro-switch inside. I took out the logic board then rested a tiny square of normal paper (about 2mm x 2mm) on the inside of the button. Carefully put the logic board back in so as not to knock the paper from it's place, put the phone back together and the rattle has gone, plus the button has a more firm click
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Can't this just be done by sliding a bit of paper at the side of the button without taking the device apart?
I have the same problem and the rattling is doing my head in.
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They look pretty similar in size....
Really wish I knew someone with a G2 that I could take the battery out of to experiment
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Can't this just be done by sliding a bit of paper at the side of the button without taking the device apart?
I have the same problem and the rattling is doing my head in.
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I tried that originally and the gap is too small. My next idea was to pad the area out with cotton wool, and although that worked it made the power button pretty stiff. Once you have the back of the phone off the rest is really simple, there's 6 screws to take out, pop a plastic cover off, unclip about 3 flex cables and the board just lifts out. I can do it over again if you like and take photos so you can see how it's done?
This would be an amazing mod if you could somehow smash in a 3000mah battery, although I highly doubt it would fit.
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This would be an amazing mod if you could somehow smash in a 3000mah battery, although I highly doubt it would fit.
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They look similar in size though, and even if the G2 battery is thicker then I'll quite happily peel off the wireless charging coil inside the back of my N5 to make room. If, once the G2 battery is flipped over and the flex peeled back a bit, there's room for it to fold over to meet the logic board then I don't see why it wouldn't work. Even if it doesn't reach, what's to stop someone getting the soldering iron out and flipping the whole flex the right way?
Has anyone got a G2 that can give me the battery dimensions?
Come to think of it, from what I've seen of batteries if you take away the little bar of charging circuitry then it's simply a block with a couple metal bits poking out. If the little bar was removed from a Nexus battery and fitted onto a G2 one then would it work as 3000 or will the charging circuit be programmed as 2300 max and so wouldn't charge it past that point?
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Come to think of it, from what I've seen of batteries if you take away the little bar of charging circuitry then it's simply a block with a couple metal bits poking out. If the little bar was removed from a Nexus battery and fitted onto a G2 one then would it work as 3000 or will the charging circuit be programmed as 2300 max and so wouldn't charge it past that point?
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Huge respect to the brave owner of the guinea pig device used to prove this works!
All shall have Thanks!
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Huge respect to the brave owner of the guinea pig device used to prove this works!
All shall have Thanks!
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Just ordered a G2 battery from eBay for £30. It's coming from the US though, can't find any here. As soon as it turns up I'll have a little play around :laugh:
G2 battery is bigger in size... Was already posted on here. It won't fit in the N5
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G2 battery is bigger in size... Was already posted on here. It won't fit in the N5
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Oh :-/ You know how much bigger, and in what dimensions? I don't mind making some modifications to squeeze a couple extra mm in.
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G2 battery is bigger in size... Was already posted on here. It won't fit in the N5
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Aww! Even with the Qi coil removed?
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If it's a case of it being thicker that'll be easy enough to sort, if it's taller or wider then that may take some interesting bodging.
forget it, the G2 battery is 7mm longer as the N5 battery. There was already another thread here with exact battery sizes. No chance to get that in the N5 case
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Oh :-/ You know how much bigger, and in what dimensions? I don't mind making some modifications to squeeze a couple extra mm in.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2510523&highlight=lg+g2
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I went to AT&T to try out the S5.
Overall a very nice phone however the one thing that I think will annoy the hell out of me is having to fiddle with that flap every time it's time to charge the phone.
I found it really hard to open and after a few tries I managed to get my finger nail under the slight lip but it was not very comfortable to do.
How are the rest of yo owners finding the handling of this flap?
I will be using a robust case for mine so wireless charging is out for me.
I heard back from both Spigen and Case-Mate who both said that it's unlikely charging would work through their cases and that's assuming the phone will still fit with the slightly larger charging back.
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I went to AT&T to try out the S5.
Overall a very nice phone however the one thing that I think will annoy the hell out of me is having to fiddle with that flap every time it's time to charge the phone.
I found it really hard to open and after a few tries I managed to get my finger nail under the slight lip but it was not very comfortable to do.
How are the rest of yo owners finding the handling of this flap?
I will be using a robust case for mine so wireless charging is out for me.
I heard back from both Spigen and Case-Mate who both said that it's unlikely charging would work through their cases and that's assuming the phone will still fit with the slightly larger charging back.
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That's the only thing that I find annoying about the S5. I understand it needs to be covered for water/dust resistance, but it's still incredibly annoying. I have short nails (stupid nail-biting habit) so trying to open it is always a chore. I've actually resorted to using a small thumb-tac (lol) to open it and it works perfectly every time.
I'll definitely be looking at wireless charging options once they're readily available. I rarely use a case on my S5, just because I like how it feels in the hand without one, so the different back shouldn't be an issue.
I like knowing that dirt, dust and curious little kid fingers won't be able to affect the port. I have an otterbox that has a decent opening to allow for charging, been using it all day and its around 55% batt, so I'll be okay with the cover.
I have the spigen tough armor case and I can charge the phone with no problem. It's a minor inconvenience but it's worth having the peace of mind against getting water damage.
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samsat said:
I went to AT&T to try out the S5.
Overall a very nice phone however the one thing that I think will annoy the hell out of me is having to fiddle with that flap every time it's time to charge the phone.
I found it really hard to open and after a few tries I managed to get my finger nail under the slight lip but it was not very comfortable to do.
How are the rest of yo owners finding the handling of this flap?
I will be using a robust case for mine so wireless charging is out for me.
I heard back from both Spigen and Case-Mate who both said that it's unlikely charging would work through their cases and that's assuming the phone will still fit with the slightly larger charging back.
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I have a case and I can't open the flap without removing the case. I hate it
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....I pulled that little thing out. I know its not water proof anymore, but ehh i wasn't gonna test it anyways.
I actually like the idea of covering the port, it's just very poorly executed on this phone. I really liked the sliding 'door' on the Captivate. But it's something that I'll learn to get used to.
I keep a spudger tool on my desk from an iphone repair kit...works great.
Dwolf16 said:
....I pulled that little thing out. I know its not water proof anymore, but ehh i wasn't gonna test it anyways.
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You probably made the value of your phone drop so much
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You guys are lazy. It takes, what, half a second to open? Use your index fingernail not your thumbnail.
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LeKtRiCzzz said:
You probably made the value of your phone drop so much
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Your probably right. The nice thing is I have the ATT Next plan.
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Dwolf16 said:
Your probably right. The nice thing is I have the ATT Next plan.
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Will they take the phone like that. I thought it had to mint condition to return it. There is a screw under the backplate to take it out I'm hoping you did that at least
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I tugged it out lol. If they dont, then I'll just do a regular upgrade trade in and pay the remaining value. I'm not worried about it. Also it's convenient to charge.
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Who is going to be brave enough to try out one of these QI charging modules?
http://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Charger-Including-Charging-Receiver/dp/B00DDTZN4S/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1398042849&sr=8-1&keywords=CHOETECH+qi+s5
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Who is going to be brave enough to try out one of these QI charging modules?
http://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Char...qid=1398042849&sr=8-1&keywords=CHOETECH+qi+s5
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The Samsung charging cover will be available soon. It works with any Qi charging pad.
My wife has been using the S4 Active since her S3 had an unfortunate dunking. The S5 charging cover is much easier to use and and worth the effort if you've ever dealt with dropping the phone into, say, the washing machine.
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Who is going to be brave enough to try out one of these QI charging modules?
http://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Charger-Including-Charging-Receiver/dp/B00DDTZN4S/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1398042849&sr=8-1&keywords=CHOETECH+qi+s5
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Greycloak42 said:
The Samsung charging cover will be available soon. It works with any Qi charging pad.
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http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/EP-CG900IBUSTA
I kept the wireless charging pad from my GS4 im just waiting to get that wireless door battery... For now ill just have no choice to open/close the flap which takes 2 secs... I also saw a sview cover wireless charging battery door, a bit more expensive...
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Not being "lazy" but I have gel tips on my nails.. therefore opening this door without one of my kids/boyfriend or a thumbtack etc. is impossible for me. My 17-year-old suggested I rip it off but I refused because I want the dust and waterproof to remain.
I think the flap is the unfortunate, necessary evil for the water/dust proofing feature of the phone. I am not a fan of it either but it is what it is.