MISS DIVA

More pics and a review please

ScandaLeX

Yes. Found a seller in the US selling for $100. The rest cost a bit more ($130+) shipping from Korea.
I added a pic of the box because the Korean packaging is in Korean.

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ScandaLeX

Definitely need to use the charger provided unless you have one with a thin base b/c it won't go into the mUSB port. I had to get my lil man to hold both for the pic. His reward- McDonald's.



The provided charger and size comparison next to a Papermate PhD (retractable pen). Had to turn flash off to take pic of S-Pen charging.

drexappeal

Now that you have an extra S-Pen, check something out for me...

I noticed that using the extra S-Pen (w/ eraser) while the stock S-Pen was connected to the phone, would prevent the Note 2 from identifying the handwriting pad from coming up as input method. Can you verify, that it's the same for you, when you get a chance?

I still haven't sat down to see how one can select the writing input pad to come up, even with the OEM s-pen still connected to the phone. Lemme know what you come up with.

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drexappeal

Posted question for you in the accessories thread, but looks like it's probably more appropriate here:

Zatx

I noticed that I can't actually purchase the charger with that link. Does that mean they are out of stock or it's discontinued? That would be a shame as I've got a 50% off coupon.

ScandaLeX

What happens when you add it to your shopping cart?

Never mind....I did it myself. You cant use the 50% code because the charger/spare battery is coming up as backordered. Is that the same thing you saw?

ScandaLeX

Tested in messaging app and S-Note- The handwriting pad has to be manually invoked by press/hold mic on stock keyboard.

Page Buddy doesn't recognize there's another S-Pen; yet all S-Pen functions work; e.g.....Airview, taking pics.

Basically it just boils down to having an extra S-Pen. I took mine (stock) out the phone and Page Buddy did what it was supposed to do even though I'm using the BT pen.

suprmallet

I do not see the point of this. Why not simply have a regular bluetooth headset?

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ScandaLeX

Since we're talking accessories I've moved a few S-Pen post over to this thread where it's more appropriate.

Lennatron

Can someone tell me what this accessory does?
HDTV Adapter TIP (5 to 11 Pin Converter)

I believe it plugs into the phone's micro USB port and the other end is a full sized HDMI port, am I correct?

Also how is this accessory different than the one posted above?
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/EPL-3FHUBEGSTA

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Elantric

Samsung's first MHL to HDMI adapter employed the micro USB 5 pin connection on the MHL side. - these would be for the original Note.


The Note 2's dock port is actually a dual layer 11pin type, which is still backwards compatible with the typical 5 pin Micro USB data sync / charge cables. It is NOT compatible with the original Samsung MHL to HDMI adapter -

However the small 11pin to 5 pin MHL conversion adapter will allow Note 2 users to use the original Samsung MHL to HDMI adapter.
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/EPL-FU10BEBSTD

http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/ETC-EIA2BEGSTA

Last edited by Elantric; December 4th, 2012 at 06:11 PM.

Lennatron

So just to clarify I can buy this : HDTV Adapter TIP (5 to 11 Pin Converter)

adapter and it will work with my Note 2?

ScandaLeX

I guess it depends on how one looks at it. I cannot speak for why someone would need the BT-Pen. Using it I see it as just having an extra pen that happens to function as a BT headset.

Yes it would be cheaper to have a regular S-Pen but I'm not like most people.
It's different and white. There was no need here; I simply wanted it.
Initially I had changed my mind about getting it because of Sprint and their limitations but for the price I paid for it I'm good with it.

It's comfortable to use as it feels like the pen in my above pics. And the button is more natural to push.

Zatx

"Add to cart" isnt an option for me. All I get are the "shop now" button which takes me other retailers and the "show features" button.

MiXoLoGiSt

Sounds like you are visiting the mobile version of the site. Visit the desktop version and when you hit SHOP it will add it to your cart. They are on backorder though.

Corki2

I got my Smart Dock today. Was concerned that it wouldn't work with my Zenus case uploadfromtaptalk1354731045885.jpguploadfromtaptalk1354731106133.jpg

drexappeal

When did you buy? And from Samsung? Been waiting for them to get back in stock, but still haven't seen it back in stock and I've checked almost every day.

Corki2

I ordered it from Verizon. $25.00 off. I gave up on Samsung getting them before my coupon expired. I used that for other stuff that they had in stock, which wasn't much. .

Elantric

Thanks for the tip for the Verizon Wireless store for the Samsung Smart Dock II!!

I searched for any discount codes - but could not wait.

So I paid full price $99+tax -and plan to use this with my AT&T Note 2

This will save me the hours i have already spent checking daily for the Smart Dock II at at the Samsung store!
Smart Media Dock, 3 USB ports, HDMI, line audio-out, TA included






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Last edited by Elantric; December 5th, 2012 at 05:24 PM.

drexappeal

Main reason I want this is to be able to connect my extra 1TB external hard drive as a dedicated back-up for phone stuff. The other 2 USB connections will be dedicated for other things.

Elantric

I do beta testing for Android Audio / MIDI apps and look forward to testing the Note 2 with Smart Dock II's USB Host ports with USB Class compliant Audio and MIDI interfaces.

Plus I could carry the note 2 and the smart dock and basically do heavy lifting work with Google Drive docs anywhere a spare HDMI Display monitor and USB Mouse and keyboard are, like my folks house, or old friends with only an old AOL dial up internet access on their old Dell PC.

ScandaLeX

@Elantric you must have wanted that pretty badly. I think that's the one accessory I may wait for. *I think*

Caloy

Just got my Bluetooth dongle and low profile double USB aux power source. Hope this is one less cable I have to attach. =)



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Elantric

This has been my #1 "must have" accessory for the Note2

Remember the Smart Dock II retail box also includes a spare 2amp travel charger and micro USB cable too.



If this ever gets in stock at the USA Samsung store - I'll order a 2nd one with my 50% off code. But I'm not expecting Samsung USA to have these for a few more weeks.

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drexappeal

My bluetooth dongle has been far better than I imagined it would. I'm glad I purchased 2 because I'm going to try splitting my aux 3.5mm adaptor, connecting each with the bluetooth dongle, and that might eliminate my wanting the iBolt car dock (if they ever decide to release the early pics of it...if it really is finished). It's already 2 weeks since Michael had last posted on XDA with an update that they'd have pics and maybe a video for us, but still nothing.

Corki2

That's odd. It just automatically discounted it for me. I wonder if it was a limited time offer.

Elantric

I'm not a Verizon Wireless customer - so no discount

I paid $107 (free shipping + California tax)

I have an AT&T Note 2 - but this Smart Dock is extremely scarce here in the USA.

I have literally been checking 4 times a day for the past month seeking anyone with these in stock in the USA.

Glad Verizon finally got these!

Thanks again for posting the news here of this item finally being available at Verizon !

http://www.verizonwireless.com/b2c/store/accessory?action=accessoryDetails&accessoryId=5193 8&cm_ven=Performics&cm_cat=Affiliate&cm_pla=Primar y%20Banner&cm_ite=Skimlinks&cm_ite=Skimlinks

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Elantric

Wow

Just got a message that Verizon has shipped my Smart Dock II, and it will be here Friday.

drexappeal

I feel like such a dope. So, before I got my Note 2, I purchased one of those supposedly "OEM" batteries from ebay. After receiving it, it truly did look like it was a genuine OEM battery. Problem is, now that I have my Sprint and International version, as well as the 2 extra batteries that I got with the stand...I can't tell which one is the one I bought from ebay!...LOL. Good thing is, I don't see any real discrepancy in battery life, but at some point I'm going to have to sit down and try to find the dramatic difference between all of them.

Here's a question for those that have the international version (and this might actually help me figure out which one is the one from ebay). Does the International version of the Note 2 come with a battery that says it was Made in Korea (and no indication that it was assembled in China)? I have 4 batteries that clearly state Made in Korea, assembled in China and 1 battery that says made in Korea. If the International Note 2 comes with a battery that is also assembled in China, then obviously the one that doesn't state that is the ebay battery. If not, I guess I'll just have to keep on rotating like I have been.

Caloy

Agreed, I might not need the iBolt dock since I'm happy with the current dock I purchased from China. I also have a spare battery charger/dock and a spare battery purchase from Samsung, so power option is not really needed. The only thing that would make me but an iBolt dock if it can charge my phone, launch Car Home Ultra, and connect the Bluetooth or aux audio with one action, and that means it does all these things by just sticking the phone.

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ScandaLeX

I don't remember what dock you purchased. Link please.

Corki2

I thought those NFC stickers could be programmed to do whatever you want them to do. If so, couldn't you just program one to make all that happen and sick it on the dock of your choice? I haven't even seen, let alone used a NFC, so I could be totally wrong here.

Caloy

I did. And I programmed the NFC sticker to open Car Home Ultra, set volume to 100%, set brightness to auto brightness and activate Bluetooth, the last one can be done with Car Home Ultra settings. But it kept on repeating the commands, in my case I use Samsung tectile app, when it activates, it goes to a white screen saying that it has done all these settings, while your music stops. And it does this every 10 to 20 seconds. After 20 minutes of it doing the same thing again and again, I switched NFC off.

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suprmallet

Use NFC Task Launcher, not the Samsung TecTiles app.

ScandaLeX

I've heard NFC Task Launcher is much better than the Samsung app.

suprmallet

NFC Task Launcher is dead simple. I like a lot of what Samsung has programmed into this version of TouchWiz, but trying to make a proprietary app for NFC chips seems silly when someone's already doing it better. But then how else could they sell their branded NFC chips?

Caloy

Gave up on the NFC car dock combo. If I have to tap it before I put it to the car dock, then that defeats the purpose. I'll just stick to car home ultra icon on my home screen. Then configure car home ultra to do the things like turn on Bluetooth, turn off Wi-Fi, set media volume to 100%, and enable car mode. Plus I don't have to see an ugly sticker on my dashboard.

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ScandaLeX

So basically Car Home Ultra can already do this without the use of a tag? Then why use the tag?

suprmallet

Tasker can also do most of what you get out of an NFC tag, but I prefer the tags anyway.

Caloy

To automatically turn on car home ultra when I place it on the car dock.

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sillyrabbitt123

looks like Samsung took the extra battery / charging station of their site. i cannot find it. anyone make a third party one looking into? i was ready to buy sammys with 50% off coupon but it was back ordered now i dont even see it on the site.

thanks

Zatx

Yeah I think they figured out it was too good of a deal.

Elantric

The Note 2 Spare Battery+ Charge dock is Still available at Amazon for $35
Amazon.com: Samsung Galaxy Note 2 II Battery Charger With Stand 3100mAh Battery & 700mAh Travel Charger - Black: Electronics

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edlex

Yeah I'm so glad I got 2 while I could.

PiscesCloud

I have the international version and I can see no reference to China. I cannot read the oriental characters on the battery but I attach photos so possibly someone else may be able to do so.

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Chaos3115

Hey, I have the note 2 with an ionic protective case. I need to find a pouch that has belt loops and the clip, with the size necessary to fit the beast with the protective case. Anyone know which ones are good? I use a pouch because it keeps my phone clean, I work outside and there's a lot of dirt and stuff involved in my job. I would really appreciate some help. Thanks in advance.

twospirits

Well I do not know if it makes a difference but my US Note 2 battery is like the one on the left that states lease refer to manual before using battery" in the following languages...
English,
French,
French???
Portuguese,
Spanish,

No mention of Made in Korea whatsoever on that side, but on the back side it does say Cell made in Korea, assembled in China.

TS

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ScandaLeX

@ DrEx

Both of my batteries are like the one pictured above on the left but on the back of both they say Made in Korea Assembled in China. One came with the phone the other bought from Samsung if that helps.

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Captain53

Nutshell would be perfect for your needs except they don't yet offer one to hold a Note2 with a case on it and they are very tight without a case.

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