Could this be used while jogging or hiking to avoid totally draining the phone battery when using the phone gps?
2019858
I have not tried it, but believe it can. Works best when pointed directly at the sun though...
2019859
I wouldn't want to jog with it, but it works just fine tied to my backpack.
2019860
This should keep a phone charged without a problem, even during use. However It would be hard to secure the unit while jogging. But for hiking or walking you should be good to go. I have to suggest that you get the 10 watt or larger. My 12 watt will keep my tablet charged while playing music videos. Hope this helps you. Shawn
2019861
It's too large for that, unless maybe you wanted to use it as a head drape. But that would be clumsy.
2019862
Depends, I also use lightning USB charger its helps... Hmm some times I'm using my phone and walking up hill.. Its like it keeps it at the same level u started..(no loss or gain)
980243
It is possible to run a belt or something through the loop on the back. It wasn't that comfortable for me when I tried it for hiking though.
1552731
frances, i found that pedometers that clip on tend to break while wearing them and are not good for active people on the go. there is wrist cord and you can loop it around a belt or belt loop. i keep mine in my pocket constantly and it records very well at all times. you can even tuck it into an elastic waistband if a belt is not part of your clothing. let me know if i can help you with any other questions. i own two, i am a 40 year jeweler and watch repair person and with the lithium battery, it requires little attention for long periods of time. burt
529335
Yes, it works perfectly fine. I use Runkeeper and it tracks all my runs using GPS while in the case.
288017
I honestly do not know for certain as do not have a GPS. There is a USB port on the head of the plug which can power a USB device. We have charged an additional smart phone via the USB port. I would believe that if your GPS is capable of being powered from the USB cable that you mentioned in your question, then yes it would power it through this source. You may want to reference your GPS manual for further information.
679141
not for running, may be for slow jogging but moré than that I dont think so
181993
My friend had one on our AT long distance hiking trip and we rocked all day and he was able to charge his phone every evening. Worked really well even with the shade from the forest canopy, as we only had "on grid" power maybe once every 5-7 days. I'm buying my own now.
241195
There is plenty of room for a cell phone, and the pocket keeps the phone separate from the bladder. I personally would not buy this product again for running because it sloshes and is uncomfortable. For hiking or walking it's fine. The only other drawback is the plastic taste and smell have persisted for several months.
467667
The battery is built in. This is not an ideal unit for backpacking trips, but more for running and cycling. For the same price, you can get a very nice Garmin GPS receiver that is intended for hiking in the backcountry.
2011782
This question depends on whether u would spend on another GPS or just keep it plugged in everytime u use it.
1529507
No. Not for outside runs. I think you can for treadmill runs if you need that.
262348
Plastic and rubber typically would not block GPS signals. You may lost a small amount of signal strength, so your fix may be off slightly, but probably not more then a few extra meters.The case is not waterproof (so dont submerge it) however, is significantly water resistant, so if the phone is holstered, and on the outside of your backpack, it should be well protected. The iphone is pretty well sealed to start with, and with the amount of protection this case provides, it should be very safe.I had a defender series on my blackberry curve, and because of the trackball, it had a hole in the center of the skin part, and i've used it in driving rain without any issues. Plastic and rubber typically would not block GPS signals. You may lost a small amount of signal strength, so your fix may be off slightly, but probably not more then a few extra meters.The case is not waterproof (so dont submerge it) however, is significantly water resistant, so if the phone is holstered, and on the outside of your backpack, it should be well protected. The iphone is pretty well sealed to start with, and with the amount of protection this case provides, it should be very safe.I had a defender series on my blackberry curve, and because of the... » Read More Plastic and rubber typically would not block GPS signals. You may lost a small amount of signal strength, so your fix may be off slightly, but probably not more then a few extra meters.The case is not waterproof (so dont submerge it) however, is significantly water resistant, so if the phone is holstered, and on the outside of your backpack, it should be well protected. The iphone is pretty well sealed to start with, and with the amount of protection this case provides, it should be very safe.I had a defender series on my blackberry curve, and because of the trackball, it had a hole in the center of the skin part, and i've used it in driving rain without any issues. « Show Less
155399
The cord needs only to be plugged in for charging purposes or to use the traffic notification feature. Otherwise unplug from cord carry it around using the gps internal battery as power source. Hope this helps.
397154
Yes but it can Block the cell signal making it much less then it would be without the battery on. So if your signal is low to begin with it may not be a good option
1630292
Don't see why not, it calcs distance by GPS not steps, and heart rate works either walking or running
337578
Well yes it was possible but also was not convenient....Too Many wires ...not convenientI use my GPS only on batteries
2275959
Not as accurate as a gps type pedometer would be, because I imagine hiking involves strides that are not of a consistent length (like when you're climbing over logs.) So it might not be super accurate for distance. I have worn it hiking, and it does provide some useful info. If you are mostly on easy trails, not too much climbing and scrambling, I think it would be fine. Oh and I wear mine daily and it shows no signs of breaking. I lost my first one, but I had it for over a year. Second one for many months now. Still love it.