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What do you carry your Tilt/Tytn 2 in?

What is your preferred method of carrying around your phone?

I use a belt clip. I find it keeps the phone well protected, plus it makes it easier to get it when I'm sitting down, then if were in my pants pocket. I also really like the clip I'm using, It has a holder for an extra stylus, an SD card, and a credit card, which makes it very practical.

hollywould said:
I use a belt clip. I find it keeps the phone well protected, plus it makes it easier to get it when I'm sitting down, then if were in my pants pocket. I also really like the clip I'm using, It has a holder for an extra stylus, an SD card, and a credit card, which makes it very practical.
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which clip are you using?

BorrowADolla said:
What is your preferred method of carrying around your phone?
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The pocket of my strides.

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Nevermind the device itself, what about the things that go with it
I find the original HTC case clipped to my belt is fine for the TyTN II itself or otherwise I just put it uncased in my shirt pocket. As far as carrying all the other bits and pieces to go with it though, I'm unable to find anything really suitable so I've started this thread over in the General Accessories forum.

A old 3G iPod belt case. Slips in easily, looks better than the AT&T "purse" case on the belt.

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ouch.. never thought of carrying it there!!!!

15 dollar "knock off" iphone case I found at Target last year. Magnetic catch, swivel belt clip. Works perfectly.

I'm with you there Sparrowhawk, toss it in my pocket.....

I third the pocket although my nice one I do keep in an oem HTC belt case

martythebrit said:
I'm with you there Sparrowhawk, toss it in my pocket.....
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Had it in my pocket but I broke it when I bumped into a metal rail. I'm afraid this could happen again so easily. I need to start putting the screen facing inward against my leg.

Dockers made to tote the tilt
I purchased Dockers with a lower thigh zip pocket designed for a phone. That's right, I purchase my wardrobe around my phone.

I put mine in a metal case then put it in my pocket so as not to break the screen.

pants pocket...back cover facing outwards...camera lens cover on the back cover WILL definitely get scratched within a month of such usage but i just can't/won't use a belt clip
i have a strap tethered to the device and that dangles out my pocket so it is easier to pull the device out when needed

I've got one of these things to tote all my gadgetry. Works like a charm! ^_^

one of these bad boys..
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i had the original one from At&t ( the standard PDA case ) ..but once i saw this i went and bought it..besides..its HTC
u 2 can own one for the low low price of $20 bucks!

JstarLuvsTina said:
one of these bad boys..
i had the original one from At&t ( the standard PDA case ) ..but once i saw this i went and bought it..besides..its HTC
u 2 can own one for the low low price of $20 bucks!
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that thing came with my store bought TYTN 2 but i can't/won't/don't use it cuz i can't stand it when i have to keep things outside my pants pockets...guess i'll sell that htc branded belt clip case for the even lower price of $19.99

Simply kept in my pocket, battery cover facing outwards to protect the screen from damage. I have an anime cell phone charm attached to the end of the phone, so that dangles out of my pocket for easier access.

Krusell Orbit Multidapt
http://www.tiltdepot.com/krusell-orbit-multidapt/4A22A3136.htm

Scosche car dock

Has anyone had a look at one of the Scosche car docks? I don't see how it holds the device in place, if it works then it looks like a nice compact little unit.
http://www.scosche.com/products/sfID1/337/sfID2/370/productID/2014
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Super-E-Trader does a generic car dock but it's a huge ungainly thing. Something more suited for the Samsung that isn't gonna be half the size of my little Mirage hatchback would be nice.

knightnz said:
Has anyone had a look at one of the Scosche car docks? I don't see how it holds the device in place, if it works then it looks like a nice compact little unit.
http://www.scosche.com/products/sfID1/337/sfID2/370/productID/2014
Super-E-Trader does a generic car dock but it's a huge ungainly thing. Something more suited for the Samsung that isn't gonna be half the size of my little Mirage hatchback would be nice.
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I just have a hard time believing that blue material is "sticky" enough to prohibit my tab from flying off there should I need to accelerate suddenly.

It's REALLY tacky. You can lift a bowling ball with that mount. Really.
Downside, that stuff is a grit magnet as well.

Croak said:
It's REALLY tacky. You can lift a bowling ball with that mount. Really.
Downside, that stuff is a grit magnet as well.
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clingo makes products with same sticky stuff, i have couple of their products , it does get dirty and losses its "stickyness" but all you do is wash it with tap water and its back to the original sticky strength.
http://www.clingo.com/
** tested the grip strength on the back of a sprint tab seems to work very well.
The mount shown has two adhesive pads so it should be fine

Would it destroy my nice leather Zenus if I tried mounting it?
Is it like the stuff those little gecko-tongue kids toys are made out of?

knightnz said:
Would it destroy my nice leather Zenus if I tried mounting it?
Is it like the stuff those little gecko-tongue kids toys are made out of?
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I know that Leather is a no no for clingo and assume this stuff

I think the scoche would work great. Overkill really. I bought this tiny mount and it works great for the galaxy tab. My got it with an employee discount is the only reason I chanced it. That stick'em on it is surprisingly strong.

I have the Scoche mount and it works great. The suction cup is made from the same sticky stuff and really holds itself and my Tab in place.
There is a warning included that it may discolor certain materials, so it is recommended to use it strictly on glass or with the included dash mount piece. I have mine mounted to the dash using the included piece (which uses 3m tape) and it's solid as a rock. Was kinda worried about it discoloring my tab, and the Zaggskin that I eventually added, but no problem with either one so far. Holds the tab really well.
I used one of those ratchet clamp style window mounts for an old PDA that I had and hated how it gripped the PDA. It would also lose suction on the glass and fall off, especially during hot days during the summer, and really cold days in the winter. The Scoche mount stays put and holds the tab much more securely than that old clamp mount did with the PDA.

Shane_pcs said:
I think the scoche would work great. Overkill really. I bought this tiny mount and it works great for the galaxy tab. My got it with an employee discount is the only reason I chanced it. That stick'em on it is surprisingly strong.
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Is this the same as the one your using? Is there enough of the sticky material to hold it tight?

Thats almost exactly like mine. And it sticks perfectly. I was a skeptic, but no longer. honestly it could hold the tab upside down if needed.

dugg67, where'd you buy your scosche mount? can't seem to find it anywhere except the scosche site.

Bought mine at Walmart.
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OMG! The sticky stuff melted in my hot car and dripped down on my stereo buttons clogging them! I live in SoCal so it's not that hot! If you live in the US South West, don't buy this item. If you live in Alaska or Siberia, you'll have no problem with the sticky material melting and dripping.

knightnz said:
Has anyone had a look at one of the Scosche car docks? I don't see how it holds the device in place, if it works then it looks like a nice compact little unit.
http://www.scosche.com/products/sfID1/337/sfID2/370/productID/2014
Super-E-Trader does a generic car dock but it's a huge ungainly thing. Something more suited for the Samsung that isn't gonna be half the size of my little Mirage hatchback would be nice.
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i just bought one very similar to this at walmart for $20. i have the gs3 and i took of the side clips of the mount and i have the body glove tatic case which is a candy/gel caze and it sticks right to it. its ridiculous how secure it is and i highly recommend it. it is a very well made and designed piece. looks super clean also. the model of the one i have is:
IPH3GRR
though i cant find it online anywhere, only the IPH3GR which is different? the one i have is just like the one in the original post although the flex shaft is longer, about twice that judging from the pics. my kit from walmart consisted of this: http://www.scosche.com/consumer-tech/product/2097 with the exception that it also included the window mount.
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found it on ebay actually, $12.99 free shipping. the one i have.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Scosche-Win...324205?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3f1e2ed0ad

Xperia Play Car Dock, impatience and a spare Droid Car Dock

So it worked out for me.
My previous phone was a Droid and I would always mount it on my windshield with the Motorola brand mount. So I grew tired of having my Play just sitting in the cup holder or on the seat and did some work.
I cut up the piece that my Droid phone docked on to
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front piece that came from the ebay case for the XP on the left
rear pic of the phone dock part already stuck to the rear piece of the ebay case
a front shot of the Rear ebay piece and the arm of the Motorola Car Mount
Mitch alltogether
I used "Contact Stik" Heavy Duty adhesive strips from Home Depot to mount the dock that I cut up to the rear case. Feels really sturdy already, I'm sure once it sets more it will only come off with excessive force. I shook the phone around with it mounted to the arm and it didn't fall out, so everything's good so far.
About the case not being easily removable from the phone: I sanded the small tabs that clip on to the phone so it's easier to remove, if you do this make sure you don't sand too much or the case will no longer clip on to the phone causing the case to come off easily, or if you mount it like I did the phone to fall out of the case.
So to summerize, I used
Ebay Case
Motorola Car Mount for Droid
a small hacksaw
and some heavy duty adhesive
Now to see how the adhesive holds up against 100 degree Texas heat tomorrow. Will post results.
PS: the droid mount has a tiny magnet in it that you may want to remove if you do this, it's behind the loose door of the dock. The magnet activates the car mode in the droid, I took it out because I don't want to run the risk of the magnet messing up my XP.

Nice work,
I found this http://www.sonyxperiaplayaccessories.com/sony-ericsson-xperia-play-vent-mount-oem-14013.html
but it is for air vents not windscreens.

Nice mod!
I've never had the need to mount my phone to the car. May I ask what benefit this is to you?
I think it would be good for GPS and calling.

bigsky2 said:
Nice mod!
I've never had the need to mount my phone to the car. May I ask what benefit this is to you?
I think it would be good for GPS and calling.
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I like not having my phone rolling around while driving, great for when I'm using navigation because it's in my view while driving, also I listen to music and podcast apps A LOT and it's easier to reach out in front of me than fumbling with my phone in the cup holder. Just basic convenience
On a "doh!" note, I sanded a little too much of the clip and the phone fell off while I was driving on a rough road, lol. I ordered another $5 case and will try not to sand so much of the clipping part this time around, or maybe not sand it at all. I checked in on it during lunch and the adhesive has held up to the heat. So I'll just have to replace the case and use another strip of adhesive. Oh well.

typikal82 said:
I like not having my phone rolling around while driving, great for when I'm using navigation because it's in my view while driving, also I listen to music and podcast apps A LOT and it's easier to reach out in front of me than fumbling with my phone in the cup holder. Just basic convenience
On a "doh!" note, I sanded a little too much of the clip and the phone fell off while I was driving on a rough road, lol. I ordered another $5 case and will try not to sand so much of the clipping part this time around, or maybe not sand it at all. I checked in on it during lunch and the adhesive has held up to the heat. So I'll just have to replace the case and use another strip of adhesive. Oh well.
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very nice car dock!
I m just using the DK300 media dock as the car dock
the only down side is the screen lock itself after a phone call, and unlock during portrait is hard. cos there's no landscape lockscreen unless I slide open the joypad.

Nicely Done
You should mass produce this.

not to dig up an old thread but something like this:
http://www.cellphoneshop.net/playholster.html might have a little more gentle release to it. Just cut the swivel clip off and away you go. I think I'm gonna try it!

I attached a lot of Blue Tack to the bottom of the dock, Works perfect, Does not fall out either.

Bike mount

Can anyone recommend a good bike/motorbike mount (will be used for both) for the Dell Streak?
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I have this on my bike:
http://www.amazon.com/RAM-Mounting-...GJQI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1311293267&sr=8-1
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and then I gorilla glued the Dell car mount to the diamond shaped bracket.
I have also used a Otterbox holster for this also

I wouldn't trust the Otterbox holster. The only time I drop my phone, for the most part, is when it's in that holster... Stepping off a ledge, if you don't hold on to it, or be somewhat careful, then the holster lets go of the phone. Lol. But thanks, I might check it out.

And I don't like that the car mount doesn't secure it on both sides...

I heated the holster up a little over my stove's heating elements until the plastic softened. Then I pushed it in a little bit to tighten the fit.
It doesn't bump, shift or slide even a little. It snaps in tight.
To each their own.

I love how I see you've posted the same thing on like...4 different sites. I googled dell streak bike mount, and saw you commented on a few different sites about it. Lol.

Only answered people's questions... and it should have only been XDA and Pockatables. I found that people are usually much better off if they just do as I say.
Did you see how I mounted USB ports to power the phone?

Radimus said:
Only answered people's questions... and it should have only been XDA and Pockatables. I found that people are usually much better off if they just do as I say.
Did you see how I mounted USB ports to power the phone?
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I probably will be going with what you suggest, when it comes to mounting the phone. I see you've used it for a couple years, so it's fairly reliable. And I don't really see how you mounted them, but I do see that you mounted them. I'll just be using a usb converter for that, though.

http://www.hdforums.com/forum/6876555-post404.html
http://www.hdforums.com/forum/7042414-post422.html

That looks really nice, and I might do it one day. For now, I'll just use a converter.

And actually, I think what I might do is drill a couple of holes in the plastic part of my Otterbox, to attach it to the bike mount. Bad part is that I'll always have to have a screwdriver with me, lol. But oh well.

guesirwowghr said:
And actually, I think what I might do is drill a couple of holes in the plastic part of my Otterbox, to attach it to the bike mount. Bad part is that I'll always have to have a screwdriver with me, lol. But oh well.
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I just scuffed up the mount and the bracket a bit and then used gorilla glue and a clamp. Just a thin smear on each side of the point of contact. Then let it setup for 24 hours before removing the clamp and cleaning the excess glue.
I've done 2 of them, one for the dell car mount and 1 for the otterbox defender holster.
If you do screws, do your best to countersink it some, you'd not want the scres to press against the case very much.

I know not to do that. And I literally have to spend the least amount of money possible. Which is the reason I'm going to get the mount, and just drill holes. I'll use a couple flatheaded screws, and probably just a wingnut at the other ends, so I don't need to carry a screwdriver around.

More precise. I'll drill a couple holes in the plastic part of my otterbox case, and in the bike mount. Then use flat screws (so the phone will still fit in the case) and put wingnuts on the other end.

Nite Ize Universal Handlebar Mount for bikes

Hello,
So I looked around this forum to see if anyone had any bike mounts that they used for their m8.
It seems like there's very few of us who don't like armbands and bike bags don't seem large enough to hold an HTC One m8.
So with that in mind, I've decided to post to help out people in a similar situation.
My HTC One m8 has an otterbox defender case (so it's quite large)
Here's some photos of the Nite Ize Universal Handlebar Mount
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Based on the specs, the m8 with the defender case sits just outside the max range of this mount. But I figured it's made of rubber so maybe I could be stretched a millimetre more.
The Mount uses one piece of rubber the stretches under the handlebar and then wraps around your phone to then hook onto the metal piece.
I had to attach it to my handlebar because the handle bar was thinner, giving me more rubber to wrap around the phone. I tried placing the Mount on the top of the Fork, but it was too thick.
I believe my handlebar is 1 inch in diameter. But I'll check it more precisely when I get a measuring tape.
As you can see its primarily used for Apple iPhone as the space in front of the phone seems to favour the slide to unlock method.
Because the defender case is so thick and large, I had to force the rubber to stretch into the clip, it's on pretty snugly, and I doubt it'd fall off. I've ridden off road in grassy parks so far with no issues or worry that it'd fall off. And even if it did... I believe in the defender!
From the above photo, you can see how the rubber band hooks in place. Without the cross section where the phone is resting on, the Mount will definitely rotate and face the ground, due to the heavy phone and gravity.
Here's the other side of the Mount, you can see how it wraps around the handle bar. That metal piece is the single metal piece that extends to the other side for the rubber to hook on to.
I haven't ridden on mountain bike trails yet. As its still cold here. But so far this mount looks promising, especially if you use tasker or anything of the like, to automatically disable lock screen and whatnot. The the band really gets in the way of unlocking the phone.
For my purposes, it fits the use I need it for. A position near the front of the bike that can maintain a connection to my bluetooth headphones (non noise cancelling of course), ease of access and not attached to my body (in the event I wipe out... But then again.. If I wipe out, the bike will definitely wipe out and worse, with my phone firmly attached for the ride...)
But this post is for those who wants to know whether this mount can support the huge defender case. And yes it can.. Provided your handlebar is not thick.
Enjoy!
Sent from my HTC One_M8 using xda app-developers app

On my specialized tarmac, road bike, I keep it on the top tube right in front of the stem. Holds like a champ. On my Mtb, fs specialized epic comp carbon, on a very aggressive downhill, it came off and bounced.....on the trails it held just fine. Don't know how it would handle a hardtail on trails, don't have one.
Only thing I spend more time on then my phone is my bikes....

http://deltacycle.com/accessories/hold-its/smartphone-caddy-ii
Been using this since January and it has held up through tumbles with my N5. I have nothing but faith for this. Also comes with those little felt circular things you put under furniture to put on the inside corners to add padding. Plus the red and black went too well with my theme lol(you know you do it too).

munsterrr said:
http://deltacycle.com/accessories/hold-its/smartphone-caddy-ii
Been using this since January and it has held up through tumbles with my N5. I have nothing but faith for this. Also comes with those little felt circular things you put under furniture to put on the inside corners to add padding. Plus the red and black went too well with my theme lol(you know you do it too).
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That looks like exactly the type of mount I'm after as I want a stem mounted option.
Do you know if this company ship to the UK?
Sent from my HTC One_M8