thewireguys
Newbie
Anyone have links to accessories for the phone? Looking for a car mount and desktop charger.
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Accessories for Galaxy Nexus
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Stigy
Some say...
You can find some accessories right on Verizon's site for the Galaxy Nexus here: Set Your Location
Jezi_Buckz
Newbie
I usually get accessories on Ebay. Takes a little while for some of them to ship but they are WAY cheaper.
Doyer
Well-Known Member
I've recommended this Arkon mount for the Galaxy Nexus and most people seem to be happy with it:
Mobile Grip Removeable Sticky Dash & Console Mount
Mobile Grip Removeable Sticky Dash & Console Mount
Doyer
Well-Known Member
The NFC tag sounds really cool, how did you do that?
Bought 2 of these last week, both refuse to stick for more than a few minutes.
either I got a bad batch or the suction cups on these are really poorly designed.
veccster
Android Enthusiast
Buy your tags at tagstand - Buy NFC tags, labels, and stickers here..
I bought these:
tagstand - Logo Type 2 NFC Sticker - Ultralight C - Square (35mm x 35mm)
Make sure you check the box for - $1.20 USD - NDEF Formatted
I bought 6 of them but have only found the use for 1 so far - in my car mount.
Then buy NFC Task Launcher:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...DEsImNvbS5qd3NvZnQubmZjYWN0aW9ubGF1bmNoZXIiXQ..
It's very easy to set up using that app. You choose your criteria and save. Once you save, it will ask you to tap the phone to the NFC tag to program it. Once programmed, you are good to go.
The only gripe I have is the space on the tag is rather limited - so you can't ask it to do EVERYTHING. I think the solution is integrating it with Tasker but I haven't gotten that far (ie, tap the tag and load a 'task' - which has unlimited potential).
My wife thinks I'm such a dork
batkinson001
Member
Buy your tags at tagstand - Buy NFC tags, labels, and stickers here..
I bought these:
tagstand - Logo Type 2 NFC Sticker - Ultralight C - Square (35mm x 35mm)
Make sure you check the box for - $1.20 USD - NDEF Formatted
I bought 6 of them but have only found the use for 1 so far - in my car mount.
Then buy NFC Task Launcher:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...DEsImNvbS5qd3NvZnQubmZjYWN0aW9ubGF1bmNoZXIiXQ..
It's very easy to set up using that app. You choose your criteria and save. Once you save, it will ask you to tap the phone to the NFC tag to program it. Once programmed, you are good to go.
The only gripe I have is the space on the tag is rather limited - so you can't ask it to do EVERYTHING. I think the solution is integrating it with Tasker but I haven't gotten that far (ie, tap the tag and load a 'task' - which has unlimited potential).
My wife thinks I'm such a dork
Okay that sounds cool. I have my nfc turned off at the moment since I haven't seen any places to use it near where I live...
You can check out a verizon store they sell regular sized batteries for the nexus
Doyer
Well-Known Member
As you can see from my video, you should be able to put a lot of pressure on the mount without it falling off.Bought 2 of these last week, both refuse to stick for more than a few minutes.
either I got a bad batch or the suction cups on these are really poorly designed.
If you're putting it on a curved surface, make sure you push down on the suction base firmly, then pop the lever closed. Also, make sure you take the plastic film off the bottom.
Make sure you wipe down the area you're mounting to with some cleaner and a rag, your dash can get really dusty without realizing it.
If the sticky base isn't that sticky from dust / dirt or whatever, wash it off with warm water and let it air dry.
kylecummins
Android Expert
I'm done waiting for the official dock, I'm pondering the mounttek CD slot vs the ark on above
Does anyone know if either will fit with a tpu case (cruzerlite).
Does anyone know if either will fit with a tpu case (cruzerlite).
jbdan
Extreme Android User
I had a diztronic tpu case it fits the mountek just fine. I use the barely there case sometimes now and it fits fine as well. I would think the arkon would be fine as well from the looks of it.
jhonb
Android Enthusiast
I get all my cell phone accessories on eBay. Pennies on the dollar and it is not junk. I just ordered a windshield mount for 5 bucks delivered. Got 6, 6' data/charge cables last week for under 10 bucks delivered. Got a nice case for 3 bucks delivered.
veccster
Android Enthusiast
My in-laws and parents are still traditional and it burns me to see them pay full price for stuff.
Verizon accessories are insanely over-priced
My friend just picked up the Rezound and about $150 worth of accessories from the Verizon store. Probably could have spent $25 for the same stuff online - maybe even better quality.
Just like buying the $30 HDMI cables at Best Buy rather than the $1.50 cables from Mono-Price, Amazon, ebay, etc.
PA Curmudgeon
Newbie
Based on Doyer's post above, I ordered the Arkon mount. Just received it earlier this morning. It is versatile enough to securely hold the Nexus when naked, and it will open far enough to accommodate my Otterbox Defender case as well. That's a pretty big case.
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