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Post by Clarry on Dec 21, 2010 23:27:25 GMT 10
Guys, I know a lot of people don't like the idea of using bluetooth helmet kits while riding but personally I don't mind it. I have the original solo scala bluetooth helmet device and have used it occasionally with no probs. I have recently been considering using it in combination with my iphone GPS app for assistance in unknown territory. However the phone goes through the battery power like there's no tomorrow. Also I don't have a mount for the phone nor a charging outlet on the bike. So I'm thinking about a magnetic tank bag with the clear plastic map holder on top. I'm wondering if I attached the phone to one of those solar chargers and placed both under the plastic to keep them in place, in the sun & in sight, would the charger be enough to keep the phone going? Any ideas?
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Post by kingy on Dec 22, 2010 11:42:59 GMT 10
i think they would work.. do see why not.. apple are a big company that woudnt sell crap...
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Post by Steve on Dec 22, 2010 13:23:21 GMT 10
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Post by kingy on Dec 22, 2010 14:12:38 GMT 10
a customer just came in with one then.. he said yeh it works but not as much as he would of liked.. he puts it on the dash of his truck and drives around all day with it there....
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Post by Clarry on Dec 22, 2010 14:53:13 GMT 10
Thanks for the input. Steve, I have looked at the bullet power outlet & I'm tempted. Kingy, I guess if the customer says it works ok all day that's good enough. I would only be using it occasionally anyway. Pro's with the tank bag & solar idea is it's all self contained under the plastic which will give it a little wet weather protection but not in a down pour. If I had a power outlet then there would be need to run cord to the bag. Also of course, the bag is useful for storage. Pro's with the outlet & mount are the phone is secure & the outlet is there for other devices as well. Guess I'll take some time to think it over. PS. my heal shifter arrived today so I will install it soon & write a review.
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Post by Steve on Dec 22, 2010 17:16:13 GMT 10
;D keep the ideas coming Clarry, we'll comment on anything Some will be good ansome will need thinking about and mine will be just plain Stupid , well sometimes when I'm in a mood. Dawg PS I do like the sola charger, what tank bag you got ?
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Post by Deleted on Dec 22, 2010 18:17:04 GMT 10
Power outlet seems the go from me Clarry but it's what works the best for you. i think you can get a nice on the bar unit to hold the phone , bluetooth or whatever cant you Steve. Cheers Ray
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