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HTC Desire HD Car Holders That Go the Extra Mile

Monday, February 28th, 2011

With its HD capabilities and 480 x 800 resolution display, the HTC Desire HD is a huge seller.  Not only that, it’s also just plain huge – at 4.3”, the screen dwarfs that of most other smartphones.

This makes it arguably the best choice for using in the car as a Sat Nav, as trying to read the map on a tiny screen whilst in the middle of the road has obvious drawbacks!  Its large size also makes it harder to hold securely in the car, though, so here’s my rundown of some of the best HTC Desire HD car holders that will keep you safely on the straight and narrow.

Firm & Flexible…

Brodit Active Holder

Brodit Active Holder with Tilt & Swivel for HTC Desire HD
The Brodit Active Holder is a great choice for those who want the ultimate in flexibility, featuring as it does a specially-designed tilt and swivel ball which lets you position it at the optimum angle.  This makes the screen easily viewable when using your phone as a navigation system, as well as helping to avoid bothersome light reflections.   This HTC Desire HD car holder also offers extra charging versatility, as when the phone is placed in the holder it connects to the charging circuit and keeps your phone topped up.

The Brodit Active Holder can be screwed onto your dashboard using the pre-drilled holed, or placed anywhere in your vehicle using the Universal Suction Mount. £34.95

Pros:
Adjustable & flexible
Charger included

Cons:
Needs to be drilled into place (unless you use the Suction Mount)

Cheap & Cheerful…

The Dash Genie

The Dash Genie
At only £14.99, this little piece of kit is about the simplest and least costly you can get.  For the price, though, it’s a brilliantly sturdy item, and will attach easily to any dashboard or windscreen surface with its super-strong clamp system.  The real genius of the Dash Genie is in the specially-designed sticky material, which allows you to simply stick your phone on and go.  There’s no need to attach anything to the back of your phone, and the Genie won’t leave any sticky residue on your phone after detaching.  I have one in my car, and the efficacy of the stick does wear out over time as it attracts dust and dirt – but a wipe with a damp cloth sorts it out and restores it back to its former glory.

Pros:
Easily applied – just stick on & go!
Adjustable
No sticky residue
Universal – almost any device (within reason! I can’t imagine it’d hold an iPad…)

Cons:
Needs cleaning
No charging capacity

Active & Environmentally-Aware…

Bike Holder for HTC Desire HD

Bike Holder for HTC Desire HD
Of course, we don’t all get everywhere on four wheels – for those a little more intrepid, you can also pick up an HTC Desire HD bike holder for your two-wheeled steed.  Cycling is a great alternative mode of transport for people making shorter journeys; it’s good exercise and much more environmentally-friendly.  Having access to your phone whilst on your bike makes it easy to track your exercise progress, or find your way around using Sat Nav.  The Bike Holder rotates  by 360°, so apps can be viewed in either landscape or portrait, and your phone will be held securely in place as you ride.

Pros:
Adjustable & flexible
Environmentally-friendly
Access to exercise apps

Cons
You’ll have to put a bit of legwork into it!

Go the Extra Mile…

HTC Desire HD Car Upgrade Kit - CU S400

At £61.23, HTC’s own car upgrade kit is pricey, but for those who want real top quality then it’s definitely worth the extra expenditure.  This one was actually designed originally for the HTC HD2, but is compatible with the Desire HD, giving a tight fit and full support.  With a fully adjustable stalk, the Upgrade Kit has all the tilting benefits of the Brodit (see above), and also comes with an HTC car charger to keep your phone powered up during the drive.  The kit can be attached to your windscreen, and also comes complete with a suction pad if you prefer to attach to the dashboard.  What truly sets the Upgrade Kit apart, though, is the feeling of sturdiness and quality to the piece; this is an item that will truly go the distance.

Don’t just take it from me though – take a look at Roy Tanck’s review of the HTC Desire car holder version of the kit.

Pros:
Oozes quality
Charger included
Suction pad included
Adjustable & flexible

Cons:
Originally designed for the HD2
Pricey

A wide range of other HTC Desire HD accessories are available on the main site.

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HTC Incredible S Cases Spotted in the Wild

Friday, February 25th, 2011

With the launch of the HTC Incredible S in the next few days, I realised I had stumbled upon something which could shake the very foundations of the world (well the world of any Incredible S or potential Incredible S owner).

Whilst walking around MWC I saw some unusual HTC cases and accessories and was not 100% sure what phone they were for, but the odd shaped indent leaves me with no doubt now it is definitely for the HTC Incredible S.

There were a couple of HTC Incredible S cases what really drew me to a new case in particular is that it had a style never seen with an official HTC case before, we are used to TPU and leather ones, but this was something quite different.  It had a funky design, and seemed to be made up of two distinct materials TPU round the sides (we assume for easy phone entering and exiting of the case) and a tough polycarbonate back for protection.

Having been a long time HTC user, but generally just an all round cool guy – I hope to see more HTC cases like this.  Yes sure the leather and TPU cases are adequate, but I want to add some funk to my phone – so roll on these call cases, so hopefully this HTC Incredible S Case is the start of something new and different from HTC.

Even the standard TPU cases seem to be getting an upgrade, up to now they have been the same colour (a clear with a black tint), we saw them in different colours! (Again they look like they are for the Incredible S)

The other thing I spotted was an official desktop, and looking at where the charging port is and the size I would guess this too is for the Incredible S.  It has been a while since we’ve seen an official dock (remember the CR G300?), but this is smaller and is definitely less in your face.  In fact it looks a bit like the official Galaxy S deskstand.  As a fan of deskstands I again see this as really positive.

Keep an eye out on our HTC Incredible S Accessories page – we’ll be adding lots more as they are released and confirmed.

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HTC Desire S Official Accessories are hot off the production line

Wednesday, February 23rd, 2011

If you have a HTC Desire S phone you own a lovely piece of kit, and here are some official HTC accessories that will protect it from damage and enhance your enjoyment of it.

HTC have brought out Desire S screen protectors that are made specifically for this phone and therefore will fit perfectly. They protect the screen from accidental scratching and knocks and bumps, and as the Desire S has such a lovely large screen this is probably the best value investment you could make in your new phone.

Great value for money and there are two in each pack.

Another way many people protect their phone is with a case and we are introducing the HTC Desire S Case with a pull tab that protects from dirt as well as damage. You slip the phone into the pouch and pull the tab to retrieve it smoothly and easily. This is officialy made by HTC and reflects the high quality of all of their recent products.

An Official HTC Case for your Desire S

Lastly there is the HTC Desire S Car Holder which they call the HTC Desire S car upgrade kit or CU S470 for the technically minded. It is made specifically for the Desire S and comes with an official HTC Desire S charger too, so you can charge whilst on the go. The holder has a suction pad base that attaches securely to windscreens.

HTC Desire S Car Mount includes a charger in the kit

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Tilt it, Swivel it – This iPhone 4 Keyboard Case Gives the Ultimate in Flexibility

Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011

I’ve seen a lot of iPhone 4 keyboards turning up over the last few months, from clip-on slide-out hard cases to leather folio-type cases.  Here’s another one, although this time we’ve got hold of something a bit different – the TypeTop Swivel Mini Bluetooth Keyboard for iPhone.

TypeTop Swivel Mini Bluetooth Keyboard for iPhone

The TypeTop Swivel takes the idea of the original TypeTop Keyboard Case (a top seller over the past couple of months) and goes one better, with a unique 360° tilt and swivel motion allowing you to position your phone in the best position for whatever you’re doing.  That means it should be good for hands-free activities such as watching movies or enjoying a spot of FaceTime with your friends, as well as having the obvious bonus of allowing you the option of typing with a physical keyboard.

IT SWIVELS! WHEEEE!

A few things to note about the case:

• 360° swivel, tilt
• Available in QWERTY, QWERTZ and AZERTY
• Wireless connection via Bluetooth – connects automatically
• Keyboard has built-in battery so it won’t leech power from the iPhone
• Keyboard can be removed from the case & paired with other gadgets such as computers, laptops, PS3
• Very thin (only 0.9mm thick) so won’t add much bulk
• Cut-outs allowing you to access features/ docks

Of course, a lot of iPhone users are perfectly happy with the touchscreen keyboard, but for some the only thing that really cuts it is a physical keyboard.  The TypeTop works as either an iPhone or iPhone 4 case, and is best suited for people who want to type lengthy emails or documents, fat-fingered people like me (!) who don’t get on with on-screen keyboards and people who also want a handy stand for hands-free activities.

This one’s £34.95 over on our iPhone 4 accessories page.

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Why I love my Clip and Talk Bluetooth Car Kit

Friday, February 18th, 2011

I had a prang in my car this week. Nothing too bad and not my fault so I am not having to pay but it is a nuisance. The one positive thing I can think of (besides no-one was hurt) is that the more I used the Clip and Talk Bluetooth car kit the more I grew to love it.

I'm more grateful to this little device than ever.

It has always been good for taking and receiving calls, but this week it came into it’s own. I have now had two different hire cars, and had to use my wife’s car once as well. The handsfree kit is great as I can move from car to car, and just take it with me. It clips onto the visor of whichever car I’m in and away we go. Pairing with my phone is simple and works straight away, and even when my wife was in the car with me, due to the multipoint technology her phone paired to it too, at the same time.

I think it was a bargain when I first bought it, and I love it all the more now. I am a big supporter of the law regarding driving whilst talking on the phone, and owning this car kit has allowed me to stay legal whilst changing from car to car, thank you Clip and Talk.

See what 621 of our customers think by reading the Clip and Talk  reviews and why they awarded it 4.5/5 stars

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