How does this thing do in direct sun? I can't use my iPhone in the sun on rides here in SW Colo., or it will burn up (it's the black model)?
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I'm using for almost a year without problems, in heavy rain and direct sun condition, my phone is in back pocket, i recommend it, but after 7.1 update i have to install hr monitor and s/c monitor again, but as i said after that no problem
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I've used mine on hot Nebraska days, as well as on the Triple Bypass, and Hotter than Hell 100 with no problems.
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Ok, I have had two of these (red and black) for 1 year iPhone 5... and like them so much that I cant think of using another brand. First, the only time you need to take tha case off is when you need to back up the phone by Lightning cable. Secondly, If you do your backups wirelessly you never have to take the case off. Thirdly, to charge the iPhone and case connect a micro usb cable to the case and the other end (regular usb 2) to at least a 10 watt wall plug. On the back of the case a red led will start flashing, then blue led will flash, then green led flash to steady green led (charging complete) When the charging starts, it will fill the iPhone battery first, then the case. From dead batteries it could take up to 4 hours. You can disconnect the cable any time during the charging cycle to use, and reconnect at a later time to continue. To only use your phone battery, push the button on the back till you see the indicator on the phone show battery in the phone only. If you want to use both batteries at the same time (passthrough charging) push and hold the button on the back of the case till you hear "chimes" and see the green battery logo on the phone. I fill (charge) both batteries, then turn off the case battery. When the iPhone gets down to about 20%... turn on the case battery (hold down the button on back of case) till till the phone reads 100%... about 15 minutes... then turn the case battery off till needed again. You can do this at least 3 cycles (for me 3 to 5 days). I carry a second charged case when I am on the road and "never" run out of juice. I hope this helps you and others ;-{)
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The nook has apretty bright color display,and I have used it outside alright,but I haven't used it with sun shining directly on it,so all I can say is my experience with it has been ok out doors.Hope this helps!
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So far, no issues with heat - no issues with anything else either (knock on wood). I use it primarily at ~500-1000ft altitude and up to 95 deg F in direct sunlight. I have bought 3 so far. One for myself about a year ago and 2 for my sisters for Christmas; all have been excellent. My iPhone (4s) is another story... it shuts off all the time because it is too hot or too cold...
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I believe it is similar to the charge time for a cell phone or IPad...relatively fast and hard to say how long to charge in the sun.. I used it in the Montana summer and always had a charge.I used used mine last summer along with another (isound portable power 16,000 mAh) battery pack on a 7 day paddle trip.I could charge the power monkey then the extra battery Pack. This was good because I found myself charging other people's phones. By the way, I had to keep my IPad charged because I needed it for navigation on the river and a motorcycle trip afterwards.
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Ive seen this issue when I do not have good constant sunlight. When this happens I need to unplug and reconnect my phone for it to work again. It is annoying but still seems to work well enough. If you have direct sunlight try a different cable or maybe a defect.
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Linda, I live in Arkansas and have had the light for about a year. No issues with water and the batteries last a long time. I have woken up around 5 am and the light is still burning. We don't get the rain you do, but he had probably 20 inches of snow this season (I am right next to the Missouri border). No issues as of yet.
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With good direct sunlight, you should have no problems. Shady days and the charging goes slower.
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After a year I had mine melt into the dash one day in Seattle. I have a review with pictures in that section. It has seen hotter weather but something about today (68 degrees measured in the shade) and it decided to melt.
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I always sorta straightin out the cord a bit before use and also have my power unit where it won't get dragged around.. I keep mine in a shaded spot on a table and make sure the sun is not shining on the power unit. It seems to get a bit hot when not in the shade.
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Sorry, I don't know the answer to that for sure. I used it in sunlight and saw positive gains, and left it plugged in without sunlight and it didn't seem like the phone drained any faster than with normal use. I can't say that I paid close enough attention.
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Heat will affect the performance, most likely will damage the camera. My GPS chip inside of the camera got burnt during a hot summer day. The camera overall gets really hot even in normal operating conditions. There are some holes made for the heat management but it's ineffective. I wish a well known company like GoPro were making dash cams, but unfortunately we have to settle with these unknown unreliable brands.
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I live in Oklahoma where it is very hot and mine is doing very well. I do keep it in the shade. I was told not to let it be in the sun.
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It's generally not safe to ride in the rain. So while I'm happy to respond - my experience is limited. I have been caught in the rain, with the light, and it worked perfectly. It's important to note that I was too aggressive with the rubber USB cover the second or third time I charged the light... and it popped off. My plan was to replace it - but I've been just too busy to get to that "C" list item. In spite of the exposed USB, the light re-charged flawlessly. This is a good value - several friends purchased the same light based on my experience and first hand observations. The charge lasts a long time and the unit is powerful, but not bulky. Good luck and be safe out there.
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Hi it's just ok in bright sunlight, but same definition in bright sunlight as my Garmin Zumo 660. I've had two Rider 2's both have had problems when in it comes updating the maps. Their customer service puts you through a frustrating delaying process in the hope you will give up and go away. My first Rider 2 card reader failed and the second one the casing developed cracks and fell of my bike dangling by the safety strap. So I finally got the message and bought a Garmin. I hope this helps. Happy riding Andy
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Nobi have a samsung s3 and wife S5. These phone have never had issue with over heating Cancun stays at about 98* no condensation build up either. I know that iPhones do shut down. Family members experiences not mine
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I just returned to the U.S. from 3 weeks in the tropics and the ambient temperature was never an issue. Also, when my camera was about a month old, I dropped it from chest level to hard concrete and you could barely see the nicks/damage in the side of the camera. I wouldn't leave it in the sun all day, though. I also feel lucky the camera landed on its side when I dropped it. Everything still works fine.