[extremetito]

I have the iPhone 4 + bumper case  and I've discovered that my LOD connectors do not fit properly with the case on. The case seems to prevent full docking with any connector larger than the standard iPhone/iPod connector.
Anybody else encountered this problem? Any fixes?
I've also noticed that the Westone 3 plug will not fit through the bumper case. The Shure 500/530 plug fits fine.

 

[stingx]

Get a pair of scissors and cut the bottom to size. Problem solved.

 

[extremetito]

Wouldn't work. That would remove too much plastic on the case. Better to remove some of the plastic on the connector. Both approaches would be crude.

 

[Anaxilus]

Drill
 
Or take advantage of the 30 day return policy and get a better phone w/ better service.

 

[Szadzik]

I am biased and all, but would definitely go with the below solution.
 
Quote:

Drill
 
Or take advantage of the 30 day return policy and get a better phone w/ better service.

 

[extremetito]

It seems I've tapped a reservoir of ill will against the iPhone.
Maybe it was a mistake to post in this forum and hope for constructive advice.

 

[Anaxilus]

Quote:

It seems I've tapped a reservoir of ill will against the iPhone.
Maybe it was a mistake to post in this forum and hope for constructive advice.

I see drilling a larger hole was deconstructive.  Sorry to waste your time.

 

[3602]

I believe iBasso has a LOD that can fit. The dock head is about as thin and wide as the original white connector.

 

[TeLight]

You can use the Fiio LOD, it is the same size as the standard iPhone plug.
 
http://cgi.ebay.com/FiiO-L1-iPod-and-iPhone-LOD-cable-3-5mm-jack-/140410590549?cmd=ViewItem&pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item20b11f9555#ht_2713wt_952

 

[3602]

TeLight: Whoa, hey, maybe even I'll pick it up. Great find.

 

[extremetito]

The Fiio LOD is a great find--thanks. I've gone ahead and ordered one.
 
Does anyone have any experience with the micro connector used by Craig at Whiplash for his micro TWag LOD? Looks close to the same size of the standard Apple plug:
 
http://www.whiplashaudio.com/cables/ipod-and-iphone-cables/whiplash-audio/micro-elite-scscag-lod.html

 

[hawpunch]

i was actually thinking about ordering craig's micro Twag.  i've ordered a couple of his products and find his service and products to be outstanding. sorry i can't offer you any first hand observations regarding the cable's compatibility. i have an iphone 4 as well, but i'm waiting on my bumper case. even with the antennae problem (even with the bars dropping, i've never dropped a phone call yet, or had the voice quality decrease), i'm finding the iphone 4 to be awesome .

 

[ZeusAudio]

i have seen many DIY projects where they just cut the bottom of the bumper out to fit the charger and other accessories like that. i see that as the best option

 

[extremetito]

ZeusAudio do you have any DIY websites to point to? The problem with modifying the iPhone bumper case is that it is essentially a ring and has to retain its structure to fit properly. Cutting out parts of the ring may weaken the structure excessively and break the ring open. I'd like to see how other folks have done before attempting that project.
 
That antenna problem I think can be fixed with any of the safety film protectors (NLU or SGP) or even scotch tape. It doesn't require the case, but I think the bumper case is a pretty good minimalist case--its design cushions or prevents any direct impact to the glass surfaces if the device is dropped (on any ~flat surfaces). 

 

[MuuMuu]

recall reading that another company called Marware is going to make what's essentially 3rd party bumper cases.  If you don't want to DIY, may want to bank on better results through competitors' wares.