Does anyone know of a case that would account for/allow connection to the keyboard dock without taking the case off?
Skinomi works
I have the one discussed in this thread. Works great. I posted some pics of it in use with the doc as well
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1438432
I found a Verteks one on order from Amazon that permits the Tablet to be used with Dock without removing case. it cannot be closed with the dock on it though
there were other branded ones that looked the same as the Vertek
Does anyone know how the skins for the back work with the dock? seems adding thickness would interfere with the docking mechanism
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Ok so I took the plunge and ordered a "G" to replace my iPad... I know I'll be needing a SD card (obviously) and am wondering what brand and class the majority of you use. I'll be using mine for storing videos and music... possibly running a few apps off too. Anyone have any really cool cases they have found and would like to suggest? Any tips and or links would be greatly appreciated.
My list
A folding stand eBay link here
A nice case Amazon link here
Screen protector and rear skin Skinomi link here
Case with keyboard eBay link here
Game controller Link here
Dock and custom case Thread link here
previous post covers most accessories well. just want to add that you may want to tweak or flash a new rom your new g tab once you get it, full instructions even for a newb are here on xds for the process
sjmoreno said:
A folding stand eBay link here
A nice case Amazon link here
Screen protector and rear skin Skinomi link here
Case with keyboard eBay link here
Game controller Link here
Dock and custom case Thread link here
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These are all great. A few alternates:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004JF9N1O/ref=oss_product - Same case with keyboard listed above, for about the same price, but through amazon. Also ships incredibly quickly (I got mine in 2 days from the date of purchase).
http://www.gotshadeonline.com/products-page/tablets/viewsonic-g-tablet/ - A much cheaper version of the carbon fiber vinyl back covers from Skinomi...also, made by an XDA member!
I would recommend going to a craft store and getting a dish stand. I got a wooden one that folds and it workz great for holding the tablet. Plus it under 9 dollars
Great list, I appreciate it... have any of you used that keyboard case? How is it on the battery? I would think that it would really shorten its life, but then again I know bluetoon really hits the iPads and my current android phone too. So maybe this would be better. What are your thoughts?
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Great list, I appreciate it... have any of you used that keyboard case? How is it on the battery? I would think that it would really shorten its life, but then again I know bluetoon really hits the iPads and my current android phone too. So maybe this would be better. What are your thoughts?
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I have everything on the list I provided except for the Malata case. This usb keyboard case does the job. When you get it you may have to move the left tab down or remove it completely as it may block access to the usb port on your gTab. Some users have said that if you tell the seller you need the one for the gTab they may send you a case that already has the left tab moved down.
With that said, these cases shouts "CHEAP". It is made of shiny plastic pleather. The keyboard is also not coated with silicone so it can rub against the screen of your gTab and damage it. Finally, the case doesn't feel secure. It feels like the tablet is moving around a lot. Some users have added velcro to their gTabs and the case to hold it more securely. It does come in handy when you need to type a lot. It doesn't seem to draw the battery much at all.
As for wireless keyboards, some users have had success with wireless bluetooth and usb keyboards especially the ones that use a dongle plugged into the usb port.
so I've been using the generic ebay evo 3D dock that doesn't have any guide on the side and require one to wiggle the phone around to insert the charge tip into the phone. Getting a bit tire of this, and wanting to buy a new dock.
Does anyone know, beside the Seidio and the new Kidigi HDMI dock (too expensive) any other alternate options for Dock that would work with a case (typical TPU case)?
Yes I searched, there were a few thread discussing docks but no answer to my question.
No, I don't want to use a car dock like iGrip (i use that in my car already)
Thanks
I was just wondering if anybody has yet to find a case that holds both the tablet and the dock??? Mainly one that is in two pieces, and actually attaches to both. Would love to not have to remove the tablet from the case when I remove it from the dock...
Any ideas/links???
i have this case, it holds both the tablet + dock really well, but you have to take it out to use it properly: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1433622
btw: you posted in the wrong section ;-)
I saw this case for the TFP from minisuit and was wondering if anyone was using it. It says it allows for the keyboard to be attached while the tablet is still in the case.
http://www.amazon.com/ASUS-Transfor...4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1329771405&sr=1-4
seems interesting
$14 bucks, seems decent to try
i ordered one
will report when i get it
curious how well it fits and protects the dock. Appears to be a slim option. Unfortunate it comes from minisuit as they take very very long to ship. Over 10 days in both of my instances
Anybody actually using this one? I noticed that they changed their advertising for it recently. It no longer lists the cutout for the keyboard...
The Google cache version of the site can be brought up to show the old wording. (Can't post links yet)
this case doesn't protect the dock, it just allows dock use since the bottom clips can be detached, which allows you to slide it into the dock. I don't own this, but I own a case that is exactly the same.
This is the exact same case as the Moko/poetic/vipertek versions:
http://www.amazon.com/MoKo-Slim-Fit-Multi-Angle-Transformer-10-1-Inch/dp/B0063Q3G3I/
http://www.amazon.com/Poetic-Stand-Leather-Angle-Adjustable/dp/B006PWGESY/
http://www.amazon.com/VIPERTEK-Premium-Leather-Transformer-10-1-Inch/dp/B006OZTNIK/
These are made by some factory in China and Moko/Minisuit/Vipertek/Poetic/etc just buy a big lot of them, brand them with their logo and sell them as their own. Good price on it though and a more established brand name than some of the other no-names rebranding this case, so it seems like a win/win.
With regard to the keyboard being used with the case on, many have reported that the keyboard can be used with the case on. The dock rests on the top of the leather lip and it makes it a tiny bit more top heavy than it already is but if you have your hands on the dock typing it doesn't really matter. You can fold the case backwards to prevent it from resting on the lip but you need a fair amount of desk space for that to be an option.
Just ordered mine...should be here in a few days!
are there any desktop docks that will work with the boxwave tpu style case? i would love a desktop dock, but dont want to keep taking the case on and off..
Not to my knowledge. There are only 3 docks to my knowledge and I dont think any of them work except with the thinnest of cases, and even that is tight squeeze from what I undertand. If you are a DIYer, there is alot of instructions online from the simple "ugly but it works" to rather complex ones. I'm working on instructions on making a custom car dock utilizing the dock parts from my samsung vibrant desk dock, perhaps if I ever get all my parts in the mail I'll finish it and you can modify that to work on a desk (something I'm already brainstorming on doing next)
I've got one that is working for me with the Momax Case (I think it's similar in size/shape to the boxwave)
We were talking about it in this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1520076&highlight=case+dock