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Accessories Custom Made Incredible Dock

I am definitely in for two. I have a 3500 battery with an extended back cover. I would like to see the final design when it is finished to make sure it will accommodate the phone and cover!!! The original picture is awesome. You do very fine work, my friend. Can't wait to see the final product.
 
Been lurking here since you posted those first pics, and it looks amazing. :D

I'll probably get one of these when you have them ready.

My only concern is the choice to leave off the back support. I worry a little about the stress placed on the usb connector in the phone, since that will be the only thing keeping the phone from tipping out backwards. Sitting flat it shouldn't be a problem at all, but tilted back it may be. I just don't know. I liked the idea of a couple simple pins at the top and bottom for the phone to rest against. You could maybe cut out short slots to make their position adjustable. You could then place your phone in the cradle, snug up the pins and lock them in place. I know that is adding more complexity, so it may not be feasible, but it would make me more confident in tilting the phone back.

Just my 2 cents. Probably worth that much too... :cool:
 
n2airz said:
What I was originally going to do was just oversize the hole so pretty much any cable could be used. I really hated the idea of having to fumble around inserting the cable from the bottom each time you wanted to dock it though.
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I am interested in one as well.

As far as the hole you might have some adapter / dock height issues if you just had the hole. I have some ends on cables which require quite a bit of clearance to bend out of the unit. That 90 degree cable was nice.

Awesome work so far!!!!
 
Hey everyone.

This is directed to everyone concerned about my decision to not implement a back rest.

The phone won't be relying soley on the usb connecor for support. The phone it self will rest on the bottom and since there is a pocket it sits in I dont see it being an issue. These phones weigh around 4 to 5 ounces so there is virtually no so stress on the connector that would cause any problems.

John
 
WeaponX said:
maybe a deal with buy 1 get 1 1/3 off or something! Also can we have ANYTHING put on these, text and logo wise?
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If it gets to where I am selling enough I will most definitely consider a discount.

I was going to charge a $5.00 fee for custom engraving. But to answer your questions yes you can have text or a logo engraved on them, as long as it is on the top where the phone sits in.

John
 
When you do decide to make them, roughly how long does each take? Just wondering how fast you can pump these amazing pieces of art out!
 
WeaponX said:
When you do decide to make them, roughly how long does each take? Just wondering how fast you can pump these amazing pieces of art out!
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Hmmmmm.... I am not sure yet lol. I will let you know when I machine the first one. I will give you the run down of the process though.

1.) Design

2.) Create toolpaths.

3.) Figure out the best fixturing method to maximize productivity. This step is the biggest pain in the ass the first few times.

4.) Drilling and tapping.

4.) Run the finished parts through a vibratory tumbler to remove any machine marks and give the part a nice matte finish.

5.) Apply a brushed look to the face of the parts.

6.) Assembly.

That is roughly the process, so as you can see there is quite a bit involved lol.

Be uploading the model here shortly... Then bed time.

John
 
John (n2airz), Man That is a lengthy process, thanks for all the hard work to make such a incredible dock. Also i messaged you back.
 
are you only going to be making one batch?
I dont have an incredible yet but hopefully will be getting one soon and want one so badly
 
Alright here is a picture of the underside and an quick animation. I didn't take the time to render it out, but you will get the idea. ;-).

Click the attachment to see a small animation of how it will pivot. Nothing special, but you get the idea.

John

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finally I can get my hands on a dock of some sort. Nice job!! Been looking for one forever. Definitely needs to be leaned back a little so that the phone is at an angle but other than that I AM ALL IN!!!! LET US KNOW WHEN YOU ARE READY TO SHIP!!! (wont hurt to assume that you will make enough for all of us):D
 
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