Craigsdocks.com/Portrait Version mini review

[kpjimmy]

Craigsdocks.com

I just ordered the portrait one because I have limited desk space at work, so this can replace my N1 dock that I sold.

He does sell a landscape version as well.

The reason why I preferred to get this is because:
1. They are pretty customized for the Thunderbolt and the creator confirmed that it could be used for the Sensation because of the adjustable dock adapter he created.
2. I can use this with any case I finally decide on and can be adjusted accordingly with the removal and reapplication of 3m double sided tape and an adjustment of the hex screw.
3. They are cheaper than OEM and not from overseas

 

[kpjimmy]

In use! Low bandwidth no need to view lol...

If you want more screenshots let me know lol...
This custom dock originally sold for the HTC Thunderbolt. Upon a few emails to the fabricator (or Craig himself), he told me that this dock would work because of the customization of the side plug. I opted for the portrait version because of my limited real estate on my work desk. This dock does not trigger any dock apps, it is solely there to charge and hold and can be adjusted to whichever case your hearts content. For me that was the biggest selling point.

 

[kpjimmy]

Update: Been using this great dock everytime I am at work and I have connected it to my front usb on my desktop. Works great. Removing and inserting the phone is smooth as you can imagine because upon install with or without a case depends on how you adjust the plug on the dock. If you ever need to adjust it, you just need to get more double sided tape which the seller happily provides. You just have to remove the old one of course and clean the tape adhesive before applying the new one.

But as of using this dock it is great for the price and not regretting it at all. If anyone is looking for an adjustable portrait or landscape dock like these, these are worth it.

 

[kpjimmy]

mini bump

Craigsdocks.com have since made verticle, horizontal and now car cradle that can be used with the Sensation. It's a pretty cool concept. My only gripe is the double sided tape that is used to mount the car cradle, but that's personal preference.

 

[farfromovin]

I'm glad you bumped this up. I was going to start on my trek to find a HTC branded dock. I really like the portrait position of this unit. Plus, machined in the good ol' US of A is always a plus too!

I'm guessing it's a good idea to double sided tape the dock to your desk surface as well? Can you dock/undock with one hand?

 

[kpjimmy]

I'm glad you bumped this up. I was going to start on my trek to find a HTC branded dock. I really like the portrait position of this unit. Plus, machined in the good ol' US of A is always a plus too!

I'm guessing it's a good idea to double sided tape the dock to your desk surface as well? Can you dock/undock with one hand?

The car dock was the thing I was referring to as the mounting point. Where some others use a suction cup thingy.

But as for the portrait dock which I have. The double sided tape is really for the positioning of the usb plug when you first install it; with or without a case. And yes I can release take it off and place it back with one hand. Only thing is that your case would need to have a mostly flat back in that case. Then you can easily remove and dock it with one hand. I only use two hands because the usb plug does grip pretty well most times lol.....

I really can't stress it enough is that you indeed get what you pay for with respects to criagsdocks.com. The dock is nice and heavy so that you can undock one handed.

 

[stanny2k]

Do u work for craigsdocks.com lol

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[kpjimmy]

Do u work for craigsdocks.com lol

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LOL nope, just want to spread the word on great products when it's not a big company involved. When someone wants to give us a product we want, I want to reciprocate by letting everyone know.

I mean it's still up to your own opinion, I was offering my .02.

 

[El Daddy]

I picked up the landscape model last week. I'm very impressed with it.

I'd rather spend a few extra bucks and support the community for this rather than some plastic junk from China.

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[leyvatron]

I picked up the landscape model last week. I'm very impressed with it.

I'd rather spend a few extra bucks and support the community for this rather than some plastic junk from China.

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I agree with this. Support your locals or Walmart will take over.


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[crisdu13]

What is this lockscreen? The name of the application? I want it!
Thank's

 

[ggrant3876]

Looks nice but I'll stick with the Seidio dock, was only $21.00 with my discount and it has a great track record.

 

[kpjimmy]

What is this lockscreen? The name of the application? I want it!
Thank's

LOL it's the normal wallpaper lockscreen. But I use Gravity Home found in the market. I think the free version now has all the settings as well as the paid one. Try it out. All the icons you see are functional. Real cool stuff IMO.

 

[crisdu13]

LOL it's the normal wallpaper lockscreen. But I use Gravity Home found in the market. I think the free version now has all the settings as well as the paid one. Try it out. All the icons you see are functional. Real cool stuff IMO.

Thank's I have found only the paid version on the market, but I have found an old version on the web ^^
Sorry for the off-topic!

 

[danielcart]

i am thinking of buying the landscape model, but is there a possibility for turning the lock screen and the menu into landscape mode?

 

[El Daddy]

i am thinking of buying the landscape model, but is there a possibility for turning the lock screen and the menu into landscape mode?

Not with sense. You would have you use an alternative launcher. Adw, launcher pro, etc.

You can also stand the phone up in portrait without charging on the landscape model.

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[danielcart]

ok, thanks for the information!

 

[farfromovin]

I liked their Portrait model so much I picked up a car mount as well. My proclipusa mount won't work with a case on the phone and I have to have a case on this guy. Overall I'm very impressed with this small company!

 

[benjdm]

The car dock was the thing I was referring to as the mounting point. Where some others use a suction cup thingy.

It looks like there's a suction cup thingy option, no?