10-07-2012, 12:06 PM | #1 |
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New iPhone 5 Cradle - Self made DIY
I have managed to get a DIY cradle for the new iPhone 5 that sits in the central console and fits the new iPhone 5 perfectly (with a case).
I had the iPhone4S cradle and was very disappointed that BMW have not yet made a iPhone5 cradle and it seems we cannot expect one at least for 6 months. So, I set upon making one myself - not exactly a cradle but something to hold the phone and connect to the USB cable without having to fiddle with the tiny lightning connector and slot it each time. Items used: 1. Base plate of the Cradle (blanking plate) 2. Original Apple USB to Lightning cable 3. Filing tools 4. Hot Glue 5. A bit of time... I have used the original USB to Lightning cable for the connection and this provides all features except iPod Out functionality and antennae connectivity. The cynics amongst you might say that one can just use the cable in the USB slot and get the same functionality. Technically you are correct - but what I wanted - the convenience of just placing my iPhone5 and sliding it into the slot (almost like a cradle) - not having to fiddle with the lightning connector each time (trying to fit in the iPhone) - a more aesthetically pleasing solution Photos attached should make it clear as to what I have done. Happy to field any questions..
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Great job! Nice and creative
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Fantastic. Now can you get someone to mass produce them for us?
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What do you think would be a reasonable price point? This would help me to have a more meaningful discussion with the manufacturing/ moulding vendors.
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However if they can find a way to stop the phone sliding around and moving (I.e. some way to latch it in place effectively) then this would be worth up to $100 to me depending on the quality of the product. I use my iPhone 5 without a case (have clearbra on it instead) so the case cannot provide traction as it may in your setup above.
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Wow this is great!
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