08-19-2009, 04:40 PM | #406 | |
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08-19-2009, 04:41 PM | #407 | |
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08-19-2009, 04:54 PM | #408 |
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Oh goody! The USB standard is not really standard.
Personally, I think that if you have a miniUSB connector, ANY miniUSB should work, not one that is specifically created or rated or toned down. After all, to me, that's what "standard" means. |
08-19-2009, 05:05 PM | #409 | |
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However, as we all know standard things get used in non-standard ways. While USB isn't designed to output more than 100 mA to a device and later modified to 500 mA many devices with USB connectors on them need more than that. In addition the standard didn't provide for charging a device and using it independently from the computer it is plugged into. However, customer needs and desires have modified the use way beyond the standard and manufacturers are going with the flow. I guess you want to pay more for an additional non-standard connector to charge your device. Dale |
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08-19-2009, 05:09 PM | #410 |
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I know. I just feel like griping today for some reason. Probly cause I can't go out and enjoy the rainstorm. I'm stuck here doing floorplan schedules, power/lighting elevations, and redesigns.
YUCKIE! I wanna go out and relax in a chair, listen to the rain while I relax with a nice pipe! |
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08-19-2009, 05:18 PM | #411 |
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08-19-2009, 05:22 PM | #412 | |
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QUESTION: Is there a particular model Rhino Skin aluminum case that you know will fit the 5" EZ-Reader Pocket Pro? Everett |
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08-19-2009, 05:39 PM | #413 | |
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Also, just because there is a standard, doesn't mean it has to be implemented. As far as the being useless while connected via USB, well, that has nothing to do with the standard. Most of those do that for data protection reasons. they don't want the device to be using a file, and the computer edit it (thus causing a crash), or something like that. My N800 locks out the SD cards from being used if I plugged in via USB, for that reason. |
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08-19-2009, 05:39 PM | #414 |
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08-19-2009, 05:45 PM | #415 |
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I have several devices I'd like a rhinoskin for, but they apparently don't make stuff for nokia, sony, etc
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08-19-2009, 07:37 PM | #416 | |
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Please wait until you get the Pocket PRO and try the case that comes with it. It is crush-resistant and has a magnetic clasp. They did not scimp on it and it will look great and do a wonderful job of protecting unless you stand on it or treat it horribly. I realize that most "included cases" are often pretty lousy. This is NOT!! I will try to go to Rhino Skin and see if they have a generic case that would work. We are also working on our own custom cases. |
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08-19-2009, 07:38 PM | #417 |
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That's great, Griffonwing!
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08-19-2009, 07:42 PM | #418 | |
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I have one for you!
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If you do not mind 3/4 inch, I have a 9 inch long galvenized pipe that you could relax with! It is nice and behaves very well! It will accept rain and you should have no problems! |
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08-19-2009, 07:52 PM | #419 |
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The wonderful thing about standards is there are so many to choose from.
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08-19-2009, 07:56 PM | #420 | |
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Want Pocket PRO NOW!!
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I want mine also. All I have are 6 that we pulled out from black ones and put into the colored plastic halves and tyried to reassemble. They look good and work alright... but they are not fit to own. I am waiting for my Slate Blue to arrive just like you are (although I am begining to fall under the spell of the Metallic Purple). I have twenty reviewers and five retailers that want eval samples... and we are all waiting. I got offered $300 for a Pocket PRO today from a reviewer who wants to buy it and get out the first story... and I do not have any to sell. Do like I do... post crazy notes to Griffonwing. |
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