How Hard Can It Be? This, like every other tripodding product for iPhones, also doesn't "get it" with regard to cases.How hard can it be to produce an iPhone tripod (or mount) that doesn't just fit the device when it's "naked?"I'm an Otterbox user, making this device (or any other's presently available) utterly useless.Come on, folks. Who, in their right mind, keeps their $400, delicate, mini-super-computers "naked?" How Hard Can It Be? This, like every other tripodding product for iPhones, also doesn't "get it" with regard to cases.How hard can it be to produce an iPhone tripod (or... » Read More How Hard Can It Be? This, like every other tripodding product for iPhones, also doesn't "get it" with regard to cases.How hard can it be to produce an iPhone tripod (or mount) that doesn't just fit the device when it's "naked?"I'm an Otterbox user, making this device (or any other's presently available) utterly useless.Come on, folks. Who, in their right mind, keeps their $400, delicate, mini-super-computers "naked?" « Show Less
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I don't use a case. I've tried them. Don't like them. If I'm going out in the rain or think I might get wet, I'll throw my iPhone in a small zip-loc bag. Otherwise, naked.
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I think the answer is obvious...one size does not fit all cases, and if they were to make one that fits an Otterbox case, it would make the product so huge, now that would make it useless!
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@ K.R. Marlo - Couldn't agree more. A little common sense would really help these designers. I know it's difficult to anticipate all of the different cases, thickness, etc but there is no way I'd ever buy this product if I have to take my iPhone out of it's case every time I use it or not have my iPhone in a case at all. Sigh...the search goes on.
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I think they sell an overpriced way to attach it. I just have a little nylon case that fits it. I just hang it from my tripod.
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The device itself works great, however I have found myself not using it because I have to constantly take my phone case off to use it. If you don't use a case it would be great, if you do use a case I would suggest finding an extension or one that is made to be used with a case. iPhone 4S and 5s....
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It doesn't come off easy. You have to be trying to get it off. In the pocket has never been an issue with it coming off. Great device. Mt only issue is -> I can't activate Siri on iPhone with it like other plantronics can. I have accidentally washed the whole thing in the easy 6 times and then dried it and it still works. Great device!
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Is not working for any kind of iphones. I did tried for 3g, 3gs, 4 and 4s. Is not good at all that's why is so cheap...nobody will ask for money back, but this thing is still selling. If I was someone who's in charge with this at amazon, I was take it away from site just right away. Is a plus item for them to get bad comments.
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Hi Mitch. I own and really love this stand. I'm a musician and Hercules is an iconic name in the music instrument world. To answer you question, yes, you can rotate the holder to suit your view all day long. I do it myself. I also liked that in one stand I can go from tripod to mic stand very easily. My only gripe (and I was going to leave this in my review) is that there is a small "U" shaped rubber piece to protect the exposed edge when in landscape mode and it absolutely needs to be improved upon. I get that it can't be too long on one side, or it will cover the screen, but being U shaped it doesn't come up the back very far and because the back is tapered the thing falls off all the time if you pick it up/walk around with it. It also falls off if you slide the thing around. What they needed to do was make a "J" shaped rubber piece that would go up high on the back end. This would have solved all these issues. Other than that I totally love it. I am not using an iPad Air, so I can't answer that, but I can say there is no way to adjust the depth, so it may be a little loose. You'd have to try for yourself or find someone else on that one. Hope that helps. -Jeff
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Really, there is no easy way to do it. When you first get the case, you pretty much have to break it in. If you have like a small flat head screwdriver, you can kinda use that to "pop" it out. I used my fingernails, and let me tell you, I thought I would bust one, but I didn't. Hope this helps.
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It is such a simple mechanism, i.e. a pair of springy pincers, that is works well with my 5s or really most standard phone sizes. I could see a really thick case being an issue perhaps, like a Otterbox, but I have a fairly light case and works fine.
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I bought it to use while in Europe last April. I'm sure it works very well. Instead, though, I bought the simple Op-Tech hand strap to carry my (heavy) camera in one hand. I was only walking, though, and that option probably wouldn't be sufficient for someone hiking who needs to use his/her hands. In practice, it slides well into place and is well made. I also bought the extender straps. BTW: I believe Op-Tech has lost the patent on the device through some (I suspect) patent troll. If you want one and they're still available you'd better act. I'm afraid that when they run out, they'll be out. I bought it to use while in Europe last April. I'm sure it works very well. Instead, though, I bought the simple Op-Tech hand strap to carry my (heavy) camera in one hand. I was only walking, though, and that option probably wouldn't be sufficient for someone hiking who needs to use his/her hands. In practice, it slides well into place and is well made. I also bought the extender straps. BTW: I believe Op-Tech has lost the patent on the device through some (I suspect) patent troll. If you want one and they're still available you'd better act. I'm afraid that when they run out, they'll be out.
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This boom is a BEAST! My guess is that if you are using an iPhone for an overhead video shoot, the size and weight of this boom might be a bit too much.Also, I have a difficult time keeping the rotation correct with a microphone - so you may have a challenge getting the angle you want with your iPhone - might take some engineering.
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You just put one side in at an angle and then push the other side in. The holder will give a little. It has rubber side that grip my Iphone really well. It's never come off, even with some light trail riding.
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This is a great case, but NO it will not work well with your phone other than the case that comes with the phone. I have a smaller case that is no where as near the thickness of the Otterbox and though I can get it into the case, it may take me 2-3 minutes it "wiggle" it out of the case. When two of my friends saw me trying to use it they said "Give it up. Your phone is too big for the case!!". So I have put five thick magic markers in it trying to stretch it. It's been several month and just a little "give"...maybe a few more months, lol! Save your money!
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I do not think it to be a good product. Purchased it with over eight iPhones at significant cost for it to be needed on two issues, one of which was not covered in the terms. But that is my math and the cost/benefit is not there for me.As to whether you can use this one for iPhone 4S, you do have to check that the version you purchase includes coverage for the 4S: there are different part numbers even for this product.
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Yes, some cases work just fine. In fact, the product comes with it's own iPhone case. One of the reasons I bought this mount is because I read that you don't have to remove your case, which I have found to be true.
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The iphone is thicker, and my ipod 4 does not fit properly into the tripod. It still works great for my husband's iphone, and there may be a way one could juryrig the stand to work for the ipod, but I haven't tried.
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It isn't that easy. There wasn't anything very helpful online. If you kept your receipt it may be noted in the product description. I didn't find an answer so just guessed (and lucked out). Also you might your Apple store. Good luck!
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Sorry, I can not help answer your question, the tripod mount was a gift to someone who has an ipod touch.