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[Galaxy Note II Accessories] MAK8448:
I like the look of the s2 dock BUT I think it needs to be usable in portrait and landscape. So the clip need to be bottom/top not on the sides like on the s2 this way the phone charger is not on a wire but as part of the clip.

I think if I was you guys I agree you should do air vent options and dash/windows holder.

Wireless charging... As someone has said if it can push enough power to at least keep the battery where it is when the phone is maxed out. Best case actually charge the phone.

It needs to handle covers, weather they are flip covers of silicone. It need to handle them... Last thing colours. White, black, orange, blue, green... Sure you get the idea. :)
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] ChrisEmerson:
Wireless charging seems a bit pointless to me - it will mean replacing parts of the phone since it doesn't support wireless charging out the box, and why bother when every car has a power supply anyway? Just seems like an unnecessary expense to me.

I'm not fussed about 3.5mm connection either - most modern cars support Bluetooth A2DP, which I would use instead of a jack, as it gives you more control anyway (like being able to change tracks from the car steering wheel controls for example) - so again, just unnecessary complications.

The main thing a car dock needs to have though is a release date ASAP! It's amazing that phone manufacturers don't release all these kinds of accessories along with the phone - I have a nice new phone, but no way to put it in a car dock, it's crazy! I'll be buying the first cradle that comes to market where it auto connects the charger - if that's an iBolt one, that'll be the one I get! If not, then not...
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] drexappeal:
I'd be willing to bet that the majority of the world still doesn't have a car or headunit that has Bluetooth A2DP connection. And there's no way that people are purchasing a new car or headunit, just to suit their smartphone. I'd hardly call the 3.5mm connection being an "unnecessary" complication.

In fact, I'd even be willing to bet that majority of people don't even have AUX 3.5mm connector.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] csmits:
to the topic starter.

ANy idea as to when the car dock will come out?

my thoughts on a perfect dock

- quality and strong

- easy to get phone in and out (so you are not damaging the phone)

- usb cable easy to insert

- portrait and landscape

- to be used with or without a cover (I am thinking og getting the offical flip cover, but this is a cover that replaces the battery cover of the phone so not easy to take on and off to put in the car dock.

- strong suction (so it doesn't come off suddenly while driving)

- wirless charging sounds cool tough. now there is always that stupid wire from the phone to the outlet. Its esthetically less pleasing. (bit worried about radiation tough)

- not too expensive :)

Thanks for creating a dock for this awesome phone and asking us, the customers for input.

I think this phone will sell very good and basically its the perfect car GPS with that gorgeous 5,5 Amoled screen :cool:
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] ChrisEmerson:
I forgot an important thing - it must put the phone into car dock mode using the appropriate resistor between pins 4 and 5 on the micro USB (or however Samsung do it - I've come from an HTC phone)

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You don't even have to do that - you can get pretty cheap units that will take a bluetooth connection and output it to 3.5mm jack, or even a radio transmitter. It would even work as a phone headset/handsfree kit then, and also be almost guaranteed to work with any future phone you get.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] drexappeal:
My point is that majority of people wouldn't do that, so having a 3.5mm adaptor is far from unnecessary

Sent from MoPho Android phone.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] MikaelPe:
Reading posts...

Thanks for making all the good and insightful posts everyone! We at iBOLT.co have read each one and we really appreciate the good input. We'll return in the next week or so with a summary observation and comments to all the issues raised in this thread. Again, thanks and keep posting!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] ChrisEmerson:
The problem with that is that the charging connector and the 3.5mm connector are on opposite sides of the phone, so I think accommodating the 3.5mm jack would just make the dock really cumbersome. If I can't dock and undock the phone with 1 hand, it has failed in its purpose as far as I'm concerned! I'd have no problem with it if they were both on the same side and it was a cheap thing to add (as long as plugging a headphone jack in to the bottom doesn't do anything like disable bluetooth audio or something), but I think it would just add too much cost when there are other (and in my opinion better) options available.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] nineninenine:
Embed an NFC chip in the holder so that an app like NFC Tag can recognise it.

Imagine the possibilities: BT on, Wifi off, Mobile Data on, GPS on, Nav app on whenever the phone is seated in the holder.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DMax99:
Hi,

When will it be out? I really want a dock version one now. :p
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] peekeesh:
i would prefer it to have wireless charging capability and can handle portrait/landscape configuration.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] drexappeal:
I don't understand why that would make a difference. Take a look at the Motorola link i posted a few posts back. If Motorola could make an integrated 3.5mm jack with the micro usb, then no reason it can't be done by others.

In fact, iBolt did it for their LTEvo dock. The micro usb plugs into the dock. The integrated 3.5mm adaptor is connected where the usb portion plugs into the car charger, so this would be a 1 handed operation. It sounds to me, like you've never seen or used a motorola car dock before. They are by FAR the best at creating car docks and smartphone integration. I've never used my 3.5mm jack on my photon, while my phone one is docked. I just slide my phone into the dock, push the holder down to keep it in place, open power amp, press play, and go. My 3.5mm adaptor just stays in the car and never comes out.

Sent from MoPho Android phone.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] finalhit:
check out ibolt's s3 dock.

jellybean supports usb audio. most car headsets however, do not. so what they did use usb audio from the phone, and via the dock, relay it to a 3.5 jack. so you basically plug in the 3.5 mm audio from the dock to your car.

this way, both charing and audio-out is accomplished from the usb port, and you never have to plug directly into your phones 3.5mm jack.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M0ii3zU5W6Q

this is basically what i want for the note 2, but with portrait mode support, and cup-holder stand.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] drexappeal:
Exactly. This or make an adaptor like Motorola, but either way, the 3.5 plug NEVER has to be plugged into the phone, just supports audio played through USB. That way, people don't have to rely on crappy radio transmitters or have to buy a new car...LOL.

You hit the nail on the head, finaihit. The difference I'd like to see in the Note 2 dock (vs. the s3 dock) is portrait support and "dock-and-go" format w/ built in micro-USB (e.g. place the phone in the dock, push down a clamp to keep the phone in place, and go).

I wonder how difficult it would be to create a mold similar to the LTEvo dock that the've created, except so the phone is initially docked in portrait mode (so there's no danger of having the micro-USB port getting messed up), a lock at the top (that's strong enough to hold it in firmly), and then be able to work in landscape mode without the fear of the phone falling out of the dock.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] mdt73:
The only improvement I would like to see is a thinner dock frame and portrait mode.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] rockysiccion:
Just want to ask. Will the otiginal cardock of n7000 work on galaxy note 2?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] ChrisEmerson:
Ah fair enough, this would be fine. I have a 3A USB charger wired into my car under the dashboard so I wouldn't use the audio (I just use Bluetooth for that) but if it doesn't mean an extra plug then that's no problem. That is, as long as the dock trying to use USB audio doesn't disable the output over BT or anything like that - then it would just be an annoyance.

I've never used or seen a Motorola dock because I've never owned a Motorola phone.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] MikaelPe:
Updated driving video posted

All, here's a new video that we just posted. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k97vG2Fjvkg This is showing how the default Samsung Dock application interacts with our car-dock. Since Samsung have dropped support for the dedicated car-mode we are switching and using the "SmartDock mode" (as Samsung calls it) instead. Essentially the same but the default screen works differently. Feel free to post questions or comments and I'll try to answer... The video will be updated in a few days with additional information. We will update on shipping and availability by tomorrow Saturday.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] farfromovin:
Cool, so while in Smart Dock Mode we can use any 5 apps that we configure with audio out of the 3.5mm if I understodd that video right? Should be great!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] rph10319:
Hello Mikael. I need the tracking number for my order. I hope i will recieve soon as you send the dock. Thanks
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] ntron1:
Amazon USA now shows a release date of January 31, 2013. Disappointing if it is correct.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] MikaelPe:
Yes, as the video shows the Samsung "Smartdock" mode allows for five apps to be placed at the bottom in addition to the mandatory alarm clock on the left. This works exactly the same on Note II and Samsung S 3, both US and International versions of the firmware. The "Dock mode" now becomes your new "home screen" so when pressing the home button it goes back to this screen. You can also expect to see more advanced "car-home" styled apps on Google Play that are compatible with our Docks, we expect them to show up by February the latest. I'll notify this thread when our developer friends have posted something.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] finalhit:
Please confirm the January 31 shipping date...that would be disappointing.

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[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Tomo1971:
@MikaelPe.... How is the best way to buy the dock and the AMPS adaptor for UK delivery. I have an account on Amazon but its the UK site.

Many thanks
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] MikaelPe:
The offer is on the www.Amazon.de site but we ship to UK. You can also send an email directly to matthias@ibolt.co for any European sale. Feel free to cc me on info@ibolt.co. Thanks!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] finalhit:
So I take it jan 30 is official?

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[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vap3:
no Canadian link yet :(?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] farfromovin:
Amazon is showing Monday the 7th for me but I preordered before xmas...
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] GNex_vik:
Canadian pre-order options

It is available for pre order in Canada on

Androidcentral > shopandroid - 39.95+shipping

Blueshop.ca - 44.95 (Free shipping)
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Tomo1971:
http://store.androidcommunity.com/ibolt-xprodock-for-samsung/3A78A13400.htm Can only find the Dock, not the Amps plate but DO ship to UK.

http://www.amazon.com/iBOLT-xProDock-Kit-for-Samsung/dp/B00AOCSFYC Dock and Amps plate are there, but DONT ship to UK

http://www.amazon.de/Samsung-xProDo...r_1_11?s=ce-de&ie=UTF8&qid=1357466559&sr=1-11 Only the dock is there, NO amps plate.

As I asked, where can I get the dock AND the amps plate that ships to the UK please?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] finalhit:
So did I.have you checked lately? Because it used to be that, but it's different now.

Edit: although looking at my preorder, is still says January 7...So hopefully that's true.

They did say they were going to enable prime before it ships, but it doesn't seem like that's going to happen.

Edit 2:

i found a response from their youtube video:

i personally don't really plan on using their cable (too long, and i have a bluetooth setup going). So is this something we can opt-in for my order?

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[Galaxy Note II Accessories] farfromovin:
I just hope that early pre-orders made the cut for shipping Monday with the cable. Guess we'll know soon enough.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] ntron1:
So it appears that these will be shipping sometime between January 7, 2013 and some date in the distant future. Just have to wait for a shipping notice from Amazon.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Tomo1971:
I have ordered from amazon.de.

Quite an ordeal TBH, would of preferred to be ordering from amazon.co.uk, I hope I aint messed up in the translation of the page!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] finalhit:
My order just went to "shipping soon"...

No amazon prime though =(

I hope it gets shipped from Amazon warehouse in ca.

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[Galaxy Note II Accessories] ntron1:
Don't get too excited, mine has said "Shipping Soon" for 17 days....but does still have an estimated shipping date of today. I am not holding my breath.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Travyevo:
Apparently it's the 31st.

That's going to be hurtful on thier Amazon account as it will probably show up as a bunch of cancelled orders. I believe most orders auto chancel at 30 days so a lot of us will have to reorder next week (assuming you pre-ordered on Dec. 15)
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] ender255:
Any ideas if verizon stores will carry it? I saw other iBolt stuff there and wouldn't mind using my discount
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] zen0s:
I pre-ordered mine from shopandroid.com with 15% off "save15" code.

Shows ships 1/18, can't wait =)
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] finalhit:
Well, Jan 7 has gone and passed...and no updates.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_O1hM-k3aUY

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[Galaxy Note II Accessories] ricebucket:
Thanks! Was wondering how I could get one in Australia!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] csmits:
Is a shame is suddenly so quiet from ibolt about delivery time. I also pre-ordered mid December. I can understand there could be a delay. Don't understand that they do not reply or let us know.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] blasla:
on amazon usa, this item looks unavailable :(
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] MikaelPe:
Shipping of xProDock

All, the HTC version of the xProDock will be shipping this week to anyone that has ordered it on Amazon. The Samsung version will also be shipping this week but unfortunately the 9ft cable with "dock mode" is delayed for a couple of weeks.

The 9ft cable will be sent via a separate package (no shipping cost of course) as soon as we have it. Everyone that ordered on Amazon will receive an email by the end of the day tomorrow Wednesday with confirmation. Shipments will be made on Thursday and Friday of this week.

As a "Thank You" for your patience we will include a quality USB car charger (worth about $15-$20) at no extra cost so the Dock is fully useable. If you already have a microUSB car charger you can alternatively choose a free MHL Dongle that includes the 11-pin to 5-pin Samsung adapter so you can enjoy watching photos, videos or streaming Netflix to your big screen TV from your HTC or Samsung device. The email from our customer service department will ask you to respond which free option you prefer.

We are excited to have the full production units of Dock's available but we apologize for the delay in delivering the 9ft car-mode/aux out cable. As we mentioned before this thread has grown much beyond our expectations and we are grateful for all the comments and discussions!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] ntron1:
Thank you. From my perspective, I understand these situations and your solution seems very reasonable.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] igknight:
Glad to here they will be shipping sooner than Jan 31 (according to Amazon now).

I just placed an order for a cheap one to hold me over, will cancel that now.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Travyevo:
Now that is awesome! I know I'll be going for the MHL as I already have a power source.

GREAT news!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] raiu:
does it fit the note 2 in the commuter case though?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Narsil007:
Mine still says that it expects to ship January 7th (yesterday) and the status is "shipping soon." :rolleyes:
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] raiu:
i already have a car charger for my note 2, so would this hold my phone in an otter box commuter case?

http://www.amazon.com/iBOLT-ProDock-Alumina-Universal-Hands-free/dp/B007DP0OQ0

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Its no longer available on amazon???
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] finalhit:
Awesome, no longer disappointed.

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[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Zephid15:
Food for thought

Best of both worlds. Make a fixed USB arm that references off of the screen surface instead of the back of the phone. Most cases do not cover up the edge around the screen. Avoiding the buttons of course. Then as you lock the phone into the mount a lever swings the arm into the USB port. One hand operation and still allows you to have a case. You guys seem to have some solid engineers so I am sure you can sort out the details.

I had this idea the other day at work and modeled it up in SolidWorks. If you would like those files I would be happy to send them over.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] dkb218:
:(I was just about to order but it seems that Amazon not is accepting orders for it...

Currently unavailable.

We don't know when or if this item will be back in stock.

http://www.amazon.com/iBOLT-xProDoc...qid=1355627807&sr=1-2&keywords=ibolt+xprodock

It can be ordered from ShopAndroid $39.95
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Tomo1971:
Im not saying it is, just speculating but maybe this is due to the USB to aux cable not been ready. Read the last couple of pages and the posts by iBolt.

I placed my order on Amazon.de on Sunday, and although the shopping experience on there wasnt the best (I dont speak German), was emailing iBolt the same day and have got nothing but praise for their response (on a Sunday).
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Travyevo:
Anyone get emailed yet for the free offer?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] csmits:
No. Nothing yet here
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] drexappeal:
Thanks for the update, Mikael. What about those that ordered through shopandroid.com?

Posted from my G-Note II.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] nunyabiziz:
Has anyone received an update from amazon yet?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] ntron1:
Yes.. Mine is shipping on Friday.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Travyevo:
I haven't. Strange because I thought I'd be asked about either the power adapter or the MHL adapter by now.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Alex Castillo:
Neither me... :rolleyes:
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] MikaelPe:
Email coming

To all customers that have pre-ordered the xProDock: We are starting to ship product Friday and Monday. We will send the email asking if you want a car charger or MHL dongle tomorrow Friday. Sorry about the delay!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] reed420:
I thought I had pre ordered it but something must have went wrong because I got a email saying that it was canceled, anyone else have this happen to them. Anyway I did a Google search for it and found this thread so I figured I'd ask. Thanks
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Tomo1971:
Does this include those purchased through Amazon.de?

Sent from my Samsung Note II.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] ntron1:
Official iBolt email just arrived asking which freebie I wanted.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] igknight:
Same here. So far, I'm liking this company.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Alex Castillo:
I also received the message...

Selected the MHL dongle and just waiting to get the xProDock... I desesperately need to place my phone properly at my car..!

Thanks to all..!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] borgdog:
Does this apply to those of us that pre-ordered through ShopAndroid.com as well? We have not heard from you the thread over there.

Thanks
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] LunarSoul:
Is the charger 2A? Can you please put up a picture of it and the MHL dongle? Thank you.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] sandiegopaneraiguy:
I could not find anything close to what I wanted, so I took some spare parts and made one.

I have the Best Buy Platinum case with holster and an old HTC Evo 3D car dock.

1. Heat and mold the holster so that the phone can be put in it screen facing out. Pretty simple using a kitchen torch and a spoon. Looking at it you would be hard pressed to see it was changed, but now the phone will fit either face in or out (we need it to face out for this purpose).

2. Remove the Evo 3D holster from the Evo 3D car dock. Simple enough, its just clipped on.

3. Remove the rotating/hinged micro USB plug from the Evo 3D car dock because it needs to be turned around the opposite direction of what it is. This took just a little effort as the actual hinged piece needed to be modified slightly and then the circuit board with the plug on it needed to be hot glued back in to the hinged piece. Put it back and and make sure it still swivels/rotates GOOD TO GO.

4. Now put the SGN2 in to the Platinum case that we earlier modified and "plug it in" to see where the holster and car dock need to be joined. I used a single short fat screw and JB Weld to attach the SGN2 holster and the EVO 3D car dock. I used the 5 minute set stuff, so it needed to be put in the correct position quickly. This stuff really is set in 5 minutes!

I also had to slightly modify the upper retaining hinged clip on the SGN2 holster because of the phone being reversed. The phone is held in VERY snuggly. It plugs in the the micro USB quickly and correctly every time. I added an NFC chip on the inside of the holster to launch my Car Home Ultra application.

Here are a couple pictures. I personally think Samsung would make a killing by doing this. But in the end, this cost me nothing beyond what I had previously spent.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] drexappeal:
Now that deserves applause! Awesome stuff. I wish I had the time. Was planning on doing a custom job with the Note 1 dock (and by the way, those of you that were so certain that the Note 2 wouldn't fit...that's not 100% true). With some modifications, that dock would've been perfect. Of course, that dock can't be used with a case, but for me...I would've much preferred having a dock like that.

Nontheless, I already broke one of the ebay holders I got, specific for the Note 2, but I ordered another as a stop gap until my iBolt dock ships (whenever that will be, maybe months down the line...LOL).
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] rph10319:
Hello. I still have not yet received any information about delivery from Amazon.de except for ESTIMATED SHIPPING DATE 3rd January 2013

ESTIMATED DELIVERY: 11th January 2013 - 28 January 2013 to 19:00 clock. And no email or something about option between car charger or MHL.

So, when I will get xProDock? I can't use my phone in car because i dont have a dock for it.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] TwiztedIndian:
What the deuce!

It's no longer available on Amazon?

What gives??

Did it even get enabled for Prime?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Waffles492:
thanks man
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] farfromovin:
I got my email about the free goody. Can't wait for the holder next week.

Sent from my GIANT internet thingy.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] finalhit:
It did not.

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[Galaxy Note II Accessories] rph10319:
Hello...Amazon.de wrote to me that they will send to me xProDock tomorow. I'm glad to here that. They will send my order in 2 steps, first step the dock with the 9ft Y-cable and 2nd step, the integrated charging cable, which turn on the smartdock mode and activate the audio out through mUSB port, that step will be on the end of this month.

Thanks iBolt and Amazon.