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[Motorola Droid RAZR] dj_spore:
Just thought I'd share my thoughts on the Atrix Lapdock. First, with the removal of the four screws shown in the Photon thread over at XDA, the HDMI and USB wires become free. It plugs right in and fires right up! No webtop or other mods needed. Mobile data works fine as well, in the att description, it says you need tethering for it to work, but i just have a grandfathered unlimited plan, and it works fine. the phone sits on the back ok, but with nothing much more than the wires to hold it in place. Other than that I can only complain about how close the touchpad is to the spacebar, but it can be disabled by double-tapping the top left corner. I got mine in-store, they will price match the web site, just FYI.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] devildog2067:
I'm not talking about the ports (I can handle that).

I'm curious whether it will work on 4G or not. Supposedly, you couldn't use the full-featured browser on the Dock unless you paid AT&T extra, but I don't know if VZW has a similar restriction, or if it works on this particular peripheral.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] kblgy:
ok so i bought one, i aos bought these so i dont have to convert anything

can't post links so look these up on ebay

Micro USB B Male Female M/F Extension Charging Cable

New Hdmi Female To Mini Hdmi Male Cable Adapter M/F M F F/M Converter Cables Pc

and

Micro HDMI socket Female to HDMI Male adapter convertor

looks like it should cover it for connections.

anyone find better please let me know.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] loonie01:
4G works perfectly. The lapdock is a little sluggish but hell for $50 I'm not complaining. I actually flipped the contacts around. I had to dremel the holes a little but other than than, a perfect fit. The phone sits upside down in the dock.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] kblgy:
can we get pictures?
[Motorola Droid RAZR] pickthecrowdup:
Looks like Motorola caught on. It's $100 and "Out of Stock."
[Motorola Droid RAZR] loonie01:
Ill see if I can get some pics. Here are some pics. What I did was follow the above posted MOD. I dremeled down the back hoping that the phone would fit with the case on it. It didn't. It is held sturdy and works.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] dhoshman:
Looks pretty good. I'm like 2 sec from buying this, is there anyway possible that you could post a video of the software running? I know its short notice but pleeeease lol.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] dhoshman:
Well I went ahead and pulled the trigger on it. But I'd still love an early video :). Btw here's a link to purchase for 79.95 (it is a refurb though) You can get an extra 20% off by using code FACEBOOK20.

Total ends up being like $66 shipped.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] kblgy:
nice , but does netflix play upside down?
[Motorola Droid RAZR] kblgy:
let me ask if i dont dremel it( i dont have one) will it fit ok?
[Motorola Droid RAZR] tech_head:
Link??

No link visible for the refurb.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] tk76:
Here are the links for the refurb lapdock:

from ATT $75: http://www.wireless.att.com/cell-ph...0257&q_categoryid=cat1370029#fbid=GFrrJ2opWB3

from All4Cellular: $66 shipped after FACEBOOK 20 coupon.

http://www.all4cellular.com/motorola-atrix-4g-laptop-dock-refurbished.html

(11th post in 3+ years... I might quite possibly be the least exciting poster at XDA.)
[Motorola Droid RAZR] kblgy:
do you need to dremel it for it to fit correctly?
[Motorola Droid RAZR] tech_head:
Bought one with the 20% off.

$65 shipped. What the heck...
[Motorola Droid RAZR] rushless:
Where can you get the 20% off Facebook coupon? NEVERMIND- found it.

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That seems kind of precarious standing tall like that. Please note that lever arms can be a b*tch, so not much force needed on the top to bend & break what is on the bottom (the connectors and ports).

I would rather spend the $10 or so to get adapters so can set the device on side. JMO :)

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Update: Quick questions:

Do the USB ports work for controllers or host for thumbdrives?
[Motorola Droid RAZR] dhoshman:
They actually will work for anything you can plug into a USB drive. And when you remove the two screws on the side in order to flip the connectors you can actually lay it down behind. Ill post pics when I'm done with mine hopefully by tonight. (Was delivered today WOOT!!!)
[Motorola Droid RAZR] rushless:
Cool. I just ordered a refurb for $65. Rather than mod, I might just get a female/male HDMI and micro usb adaptor.

Anyway, I just ordered mine, so will wait to see what you do :)

Since Webtop sucks up 3.5gb of storage space, might as well use it ;) The main reason I got it was for the full Firefox and ability to install most plug-ins for it.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] varunj:
Damn! Seem to have missed the boat. 50$ seems to be gone now. even the 100$ lapdocks are out of stock. Only thing available is the 75$ refurb, which I'm not sure about. Does anyone have experience with refurbs? Is it worth it?

Even the all4cellular facebook20 discount seems to be gone.

Any other leads?
[Motorola Droid RAZR] rushless:
I think that due to the price these were, a lot are probably quick returns and most had little use.

Seems the price made the add on a low seller. Until now, of course.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] dhoshman:
Well I modded the lapdock to work with the Razr and its working as it should. I did go another route and just ran my wires underneath and sealed everything back up. I think that purchasing an extension for the ports would be an awesome idea, I think I saw somewhere there is an actual motorola adapter that does this but I cant remember where online I saw it. For $50-$150 I think its an excellent buy but anything past that and its hard to see the value in it. Im actually typing this on it right now :) BTW mines is a refurb and as far as i can tell everything is like new.

[img=http://img707.imageshack.us/img707/2562/20111210203801.th.jpg]

[img=http://img811.imageshack.us/img811/8304/20111210203745.th.jpg]

[img=http://img341.imageshack.us/img341/4116/20111210203811.th.jpg]

[img=http://img140.imageshack.us/img140/8384/20111210203751.th.jpg]
[Motorola Droid RAZR] tk76:
FYI, Your pics are not working.

Also, any good recommendation for remote desktop through the lapdock? Is it better to use an android based RDP solution or a web based HTML5 solution through Firefox? And is there any type of remote desktop that is fast enough over WIFI to allow for some non-intensive game play?
[Motorola Droid RAZR] loonie01:
I used a dremel on the dock so that I wouldn't have to take off the case. The phone its actually sturdy in the dock. I am going to put something behind it to give it a little more support.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] loonie01:
Flash drives and wireless mice do work in the USB Ports
[Motorola Droid RAZR] dhoshman:
Fixed the pics link. I'm not sure but Ive heard of others having success with a citrix server. I'm sure teamviewer would work wonderfully also. As a matter of fact I think I'm gonna try that out now lol. For gameplay I dont know if you've checked out onlive gaming's new android app but its amazing.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] devildog2067:
Mine still shows "Pending Shipment," it's been a week. I wonder if I'll actually get one.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] tk76:
Thanks. I am a bit concerned about having the wires hang loose. Not sure how well they will hold up if they are pulled. Also, it does not look like a set-up you can use with the lapdock in your lap.

But I'm also concerned that the standard mod of reversing the connectors will also be a bit risk, since if the phone is standing vertically in the dock it will be easy to damage the port. The phone can be easily torqued when it is standing upright.

So I'm not sure what is the most secure port modification of the lapdock. Maybe using extension cables so that the Razr can lay sideways in the dock the way the Atrix does? Anyhow, just like everyone else I'll have to see what works once it arrives.

I'd be interested in seeing pics of how others are using their lapdock/Razr.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] royalbloodvi:
Would this work on a gsm international razr?
[Motorola Droid RAZR] tk76:
I don't see why not. The software is in the phone and the physical connectors are the same on both RAZR's.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] buttes:
Same for me. I called AT&T and the rep said that they were on backorder and it was weird that my order tracker didn't update to reflect that. She said it should be at my house by this Friday though so fingers crossed.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] rushless:
Based on the hanging orders from At&t, I do not feel so bad about the $65 refurb. It shipped already and should get on tomorrow or Wednesday.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] buttes:
I just got an email from AT&T saying that my order got cancelled. Sigh.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] devildog2067:
"Thank you for choosing AT&T.

We regret to inform you that the accessory you've ordered is no longer available. As a result, we have canceled your order."

:rolleyes:

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Called and spoke with a rep, talked them into sending me a refurb (currently priced at $75). They threw in overnight shipping for free, but were vague about whether they would honor the $50 price... I guess I'll find out when it gets here.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] kblgy:
well i ordered it on 12-05 and it's still pending tonite, really hopeing i get this!!!
[Motorola Droid RAZR] devildog2067:
They told me there weren't any left, so... good luck! If you get yours though, that means they were lying to me, which would make me irritated...
[Motorola Droid RAZR] wseyller:
They cancelled my order. Several other people from other forums had their order cancelled as well. Seems like a tactic to get out of having to sell it for $50.

Thank you for choosing AT&T.

We regret to inform you that the accessory you've ordered is no longer available. As a result, we have canceled your order.

You may visit att.com/wireless to find another accessory that will fit your needs.

We apologize for the inconvenience and we look forward to serving you.

Thank you,

AT&T
[Motorola Droid RAZR] rushless:
The sale was probably to bleed out inventory. End of their year, so probably accrued (budgeted) for the loss in 2011 (Moto or Att- depending on whose books the inventory $ are in).

My guess is they are out of stock by design. This price drop was not a mistake, so no need to back track or protect for a loss (already planned with the huge rebate). The Atrix is not in their rotation now, so needed to make space from a grossly overpriced (for most of its life) add-on.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] kgb2000:
Have any one tried a case that would fit the modified lapdock?
[Motorola Droid RAZR] kblgy:
If your pissed like I am about this email Randall.Stephenson@att.com,also rs2982@att.com (direct email)
[Motorola Droid RAZR] dj_spore:
Glad I got them to price match the web site at my local AT&T store:) Works great, but sometimes it doesn't seem to connect up right, the screen or mouse or something will not work just right, but unplugging the phone and plugging it in solves the issue (it is rare, but has happened at least three times now.)
[Motorola Droid RAZR] tk76:
My lapduck is out for delivery. Wish me luck in my modding. Any final advice (other than not calling it a duck?)

BTW, mine is one of the $64 refurbs. Sort of glad I missed out on the AT&T oversold "deal."
[Motorola Droid RAZR] kgb2000:
I got the cancel email from att but then a day later I got the lapdock delivered. So don't lose hope.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] buttes:
Oh man, but I just ordered one of the refurbs. Now I might get two of these things.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] tk76:
I received my $64 refurb LAPDOCK TODAY> Modding was a bit more of a slog than I expected, but I'm not very good at these types of things... Anyhow, the improtant parts is fully reassembling the ports (including the rubber spacer and metal clip) as well as shaving down the port openings so that the flipped ports will fit. Also, a bit of shaving of the very outside of the cradle helped the RAzr seat properly.

It is a bit finicky- and will disconnect if I jostle the phone. Overall the main issue I am having is that the lapdock itself is poorly designed with such a narrow opening angle. It makes typing on your lap a challeng unless you prop up the front of the keyboard so that you can better see the screen. Also, the native Firefox is much slower than using the andoid apps in full screen. But I look forward to porting full Linux and seeing what this thing can really do.

Anyhow, a fun toy- and it remains to be seen how practical it will be.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] tk76:
Btw, the odd formatting is probably because I am writing this using tapatalk on the Lapdock.

Also, wanted to confirm that my TPU case has to be removed for the phone to connect with the ports- but maybe somebody could find a mechanical workaround.

Look forward to hearing how this works for others.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] rushless:
Got mine and looks brand new, but not docking the device standing up since as already stated, the resulting level arm of any pitch force on the top could spell disaster to the connectors and housing. The issues you mention are probably due to this postion as well.

I was looking at connectors/cables to add, but the options I have found will not fit the spacing. The other option is to leave the cables laying, but they seem too fragile. Those cables were designed to remain fixed, so would expect eventual cable shorts due to the thin metal wires failing (if moved around too much).
[Motorola Droid RAZR] devildog2067:
The charge just hit my credit card for $75. I'll call and try and beat the $25 out of the customer service agent over the phone. Lapdock is supposed to be arriving today.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] tk76:
I share your same concerns (and posted them before.) I did not like going the exposed wire route. It did not allow me to use the lapdock as a portable solution. I will say that once I got the dock modded properly the upright RAZR sits securely and it sits in a position where it is less exposed to a torquing accident then you would think. So this is probably the best option unless we find a good extension cable.

But I am worried that the lapdock itself is not that useful simple becasue the screen does not go much past 90 degrees. This is a design flaw they addressed with the lapdock 100 (although not in an aesthetically pleasing fashion.)

Fact is that ASUS is much better at making small laptops than Moto. But for $64 I have no real complaints :) And once I get Linux running and a good RDP, it will be a nice travel companion.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] tech_head:
I was able to get it modded and the RAzr will sit in it after the trim job that looks okay.

I ordered a second one, because it's a cute toy.

My wife has a Bionic and I'll give this to her as a stocking stuffer for Christmas.

I did find these on ebay and ordered a set for the HDMI conversion

http://www.ebay.com/itm/170730595059?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/120767248090?

Combined these will extend the micro HDMI

This item will get you the Micro USB extended

http://www.ebay.com/itm/290594823639?
[Motorola Droid RAZR] tk76:
None of you dongles include a female micro-HDMI to attatch to the lapdock, so I think you are still a part short.

You need a F Micro-HDMI to HDMI adapter like:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Micro-HDMI-...ultDomain_0&hash=item415eac6dc0#ht_2847wt_902

or

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Micro-hdmi-...881?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item5ae4005201

...and then another adapter cable to attach to the phone.

But doesn't that limit the usability of the dock in that you will need to have somewhere to set the phone?
[Motorola Droid RAZR] devildog2067:
Typing this from my Lapdock. It took about 20 minutes to get a refund for the $25 difference, most of that spent on hold.

Nice little toy. For $50 I'm happy. I wish there was some way you could scroll on the trackpad, and I want to install full Linux, but other than that...
[Motorola Droid RAZR] rushless:
I was going to order the one on bottom but does not look like either has enough space to seat them.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] tk76:
Are you guys fine with the viewing angle (meaning the screen does not bend back far?)
[Motorola Droid RAZR] tech_head:
Adapters

Actually the second link I had was the male HDMI to female micro HDMI.

For a couple of buck I'll see if there is enough space.

I do have the dock modded so the Razr will fit.

I haven't tried the Bionic yet.

A few pieces of velcro attached to the dock with a couple of straps across the phone.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] tk76:
Sounds good. Post some pics if you get a chance.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] tk76:
Citrix on the Lapdock is dramatically better than on the native android. Both the speed at which things load and the ability to work in a more normal and usable environment.

On the flip side, firefox is much laggier than the native Android browsers- especially on heavier stess and with video. I assume this is partly due to working at a higher resolution and partly because linux firefox is not designed for this low level hardware.

Overall, the lapdock is useful when sitting at a desk, but not very usable on my lap.
[Motorola Droid RAZR] devildog2067:
Got my Lapdock and my refund. The refurb unit looks new, I can't tell the difference. For the price I'm happy.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] liquidzoo:
Title really says it all. Everyone has to start somewhere.

I'm interested in digging in and seeing what I can do. I'm not really a programmer, but I can learn. I'm pretty comfortable with linux, having used it for many years (not really much in the last few years, though). I've used and installed Mandrake/Mandriva, Sabayon, and Gentoo; and I'm going to install Mint, Ubuntu, Sabayon, or Arch over VirtualBox sometime in the next few days.

Are there any sites/forums/articles that I can read that would give me a beginners look at Android hacking/development? Are there any other things I should know?
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] The-Captain:
I would start with doing themes. Then from there, make your way into apps, then rom development.

If your interested, I can give you a link that gives some great ADW turning instructions.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] liquidzoo:
That would be great. I've done some theming back when I had my Droid, mostly just changing things around to suit my desires. Never done any app development, though.

I'm wanting to contribute to the Nook Tablet community, if I can.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] The-Captain:
Here is that link, it is long, but will make you understand really good.

http://code.google.com/p/adw-launcher-android/wiki/ADWThemeGuide

As for the nook development, idk about that sorry, may want to ask in that section.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] liquidzoo:
I really appreciate it.

In terms of Nook dev, I figure if I can figure out Android hacking as a whole, I can apply that to the NT.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] The-Captain:
Alright man, good luck!
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] The-Captain:
How is it going for you?
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nikoookami:
Thanks for the link!! I'm also trying to learn as much about Android as I can,dreaming to be a programmer but all I can do now is the hello world thingy :))
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] liquidzoo:
Thus far, I've not had the chance to tinker. I've been far too busy lately. I've read over the post a little, but I will follow it more carefully when I have the time to sit down and devote some attention to it.
[Fascinate Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] aford89:
New to modding the fascinate, its not mine but they want the BLN so my question is, is there a kernel that can go on stock 2.3.5? Rooting is not a big deal just wondering if theres a way to keep the stock rom with a different kernel
[Fascinate Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] TheBDub:
xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1364912

This kernel should work if you're on stock EH03 2.3.5. Clear cache and dalvik, flash in CWM. If you have any questions regarding flashing there's a few stickies in these forums that can help you. I recommend SuperClean as a rom as well, or GeeWiz. They are much more efficient than stock yet at least as stable. Good luck!

Edit: Darn ICS spell checker...
[Fascinate Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] aford89:
So flashing that kernel i dont have to wipe data do i?

And since its on 2.3.5 do i have to do anything special like go back to an older version or anything?
[Fascinate Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] TheBDub:
No and no, but you have to wipe your cache and dalvik cache or else you might boot loop.
[Fascinate Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] aford89:
so what would be the easiest way to root this bad boy? any app that can just be loaded onto the phone such as z4 or do i have to use adb?
[Fascinate Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mkuehl06:
Easiest way is to flash a custom rom already rooted :-P
[Motorola Photon 4G] iLLa:
I was wondering if anyone on here installed Swype Beta? It's supposed to fix a few things that I have gripes with. http://beta.swype.com/

Here was a good thread on how to do it to a Galaxy S. http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1154334 Must be rooted.
[Motorola Photon 4G] MikeyLee:
Swype sucks. Try this. I have not had a single issue on the Photon

https://market.android.com/details?id=com.beautifulapps.superkeyboard.free&hl=en
[Motorola Photon 4G] Kevets:
I did it once based on information found here somewhere. I found the beta was quite a bit heavier than the stock though.
[Motorola Photon 4G] iLLa:
ill have to check that. i dont have any issues with swipe other than the language button. i always accidently hit it. i cant find anyway to get rid of that. it looks like beta fixed it.
[Motorola Photon 4G] duncanbyy:
I replaced stock swype with the beta one, it runs fine. Much better than stock.
[Motorola Photon 4G] TexasRebel:
Anybody know where i can find the themed blue swype apk?
[Motorola Photon 4G] iLLa:
thats good to know. ill prob root this weekend, maybe even flash a rom.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] shabbypenguin:
Hey guys a bit ago i wrote a batch script to help people root their nexus s and their nexus s 4g's. why? because i could.. so anyways long story short, ive glanced over the galaxy nexus rooting procedure, seems fairly familiar ;). ive got a version 5.0 of my one click for teh nexus s 4g which now has menu options for the gsm version of the galaxy nexus. just need someone to confirm taht it all works buttery smooth before i go make a post about it over in development

P.S. Verizon customers your phone is already included, just commented out due to you not having your own CWM image yet. once you guys have that (official or not) ill make 6.0 with you guys :)

http://goo.gl/2DBZk
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] cymru:
This working on Mac?

Nevermind... all .bat and .exe files
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] shabbypenguin:
sorry when i have some time one of these days i plan on making a bash script version but for now i make too many changes all too often for me to try and maintain 2 separate scripts
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] darrendm:
Would like someone to confirm if this works properly

Getting my phone this Tuesday and I hope to use this :)
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Clancy_s:
There's been a batch script out for rooting the GN since a week or so before the phone was released, from a developer who has a test phone: it includes versions for windows, mac and linux.

Superboot:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1352413