The Hitchhiker's Guide to the G1 Google Phone. Part 4: Accessories (US)
59My pick of the best accessories for the T-Mobile G1 phone. I've dug through a whole heap of reviews, guides and user reports to pick out some of the best accessories for your Android-based smartphone. If you want to learn about the features of the G1 and how to make the most of it, check out Part 1, and for my pick of the best Android applications, see parts 2 and 3.
Batteries
The number one complaint of G1 owners is, of course, battery life. With multiple wireless connections, a big bright screen and a number of constantly-running background applications, the G1 drains its 1150mAh battery very quickly. Fortunately, unlike its nemesis the iPhone, the battery can easily be popped out and replaced. These batteries will give your phone a bit more life.
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OEM T-MOBILE HTC innovation GOOGLE G1 Battery DREA160
HTC's basic spare battery for the G1 has recently been dropped to a very reasonable price. Just carrying a spare allows you to double your G1's runtime.
Price: $10.12
List Price: $59.99 |
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Seidio Innocell Extended Life Battery for T-Mobile HTC G1
Seidio Innocell make some of the highest-quality batteries for the G1. Their 1400mAh model adds 20% to your phone's battery life without increasing the size of the phone.
Price: $36.80
List Price: $44.95 |
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Seidio Innocell Battery for T-Mobile HTC G1 (Black)
If you're really desparate for a longer runtime, the 2600mAh battery more than doubles the life of the G1, but requires a new backplate (included and easy to fit) and substantially increases the size and weight of the phone.
Price: $49.00
List Price: $59.95 |
Audio
The G1 is a high-quality audio player as well as a phone, so why not pick up some of these high-quality accessories to maximise your audio joy?
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HTC Multifunction ALL-IN-ONE Audio Adapter for HTC Touch T-mobile G1 Shadow II Wing Sprint Mogul At&t Tilt
HTC's own multifunction audio connector allows you plug in a regular 2.5mm or 3.5mm headset or headphones, and even charge your G1 at the same time.
Price: $3.00
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Jabra BT3030 Bluetooth Stereo Headset
This ultra-sexy bluetooth headset from Jabra looks like a thick dogtag. The tag contains a microphone and "engraved" play controls with a neat blue-glow highlight, and since it has a regular 3.5mm audio jack you can replace the included earphones with any set of headphones you have around. This headset received an Editor's Choice award from the Register.
Price: $79.99
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OEM HTC Stereo Hands-Free Headset for AT&T / Cingular 8525, T-Mobile Dash, T-Mobile Wing EMC220
If you just want to replace the default headset that comes packaged with the G1, HTC's own G1 headset has a built-in volume control and play/pause/recieve call button, and two good-quality earbuds.
Price: $2.49
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Protective Cases
If you're looking to protect your precious phone from harm, here are the accessories to save your G1 from all manner of impacts, spills and explosions (depending on your lifestyle and hobbies)
![Premium Transparent Clear Snap-On Hard Cover Protector (3 Piece) Case for T-Mobile HTC Google G1 Dream GPhone [Accessory Export Packaging]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31pPsDPDnWL._SL75_.jpg)
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Premium Transparent Clear Snap-On Hard Cover Protector (3 Piece) Case for T-Mobile HTC Google G1 Dream GPhone [Accessory Export Packaging]
This simple snap-on transparent case makes the G1 rather bulkier, but is easy to use and resistant to all kinds of punishment.
Price: $0.01
List Price: $0.00 |
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Invisibleshield T-mobile G1
If you don't mind a challenge, the Invisible Shield is the top-rated protective cover for PDAs and smartphones. It does require some skill and effort to apply the ultra-thin (0.2mm) plastic film, but once it's on this hyper-advanced material (originally developed by the US military to protect helicopter blades) will ensure your G1 resists scratches, bumps and spills.
Price: $10.76
List Price: $19.95 |
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Black Premium Horizontal Pouch Case + Rapid Car Charger + Home Travel Charger for T-mobile HTC G1 Google Phone Smartphone
For an easier protective solution, this bundle includes a high-quality leather pouch with a belt clip, as well as a car charger and a spare home charger.
Price: $3.58
List Price: $0.00 |
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Kroo Coutour Case for HTC Google G1 (Black)
Very smart vertical snap-in case for the G1.
Price: $31.99
List Price: $31.99 |
Decorative Cases
If you're not into plain black or plain white, you can add some style to your G1 with these decorative cases.
Other Neat Things
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T-Mobile HTC G1 Google Android Mirror LCD Screen Protector
When your screen is powered on it's an invisible screen protector, when it's powered off it becomes a mirror!
Price: $0.01
List Price: $0.00 |
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T-Mobile G1 miniSync Retractable Cable
A retractable USB sync and charge cable.
Price: $14.95
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Comments
Locked in, huh? Yeah, I'm really happy with the G1 so far. There are some frustrations, but exciting things are developing all the time and there's the potential for people to do AMAZING things with Android - I love the Skymap in my General Applications section because it gives you a glimpse of what's possible! Thanks for reading, Mike, glad you're finding my posts interesting.
thanx for sharing it...they are preety good...have a look for this one i am sure you will like it...
http://hubpages.com/hub/Worlds-Most-Expensive-iPho
thanx
Nice pages - they are really good and informative. I have my new G1 - but have asked T-Mobile UK to send me a return for it due to battery life. However now I've read about the Cupcake update, turning 3g off until needed, and the top applications list, I might just hang on to it - it's a top gadget! Oh just to add - I received the headphone adapter here.
Thanks !
jmichaels59 says:
10 months ago
Man, I cant wait to get one of these. I am stuck in a plan already and will get one in Apr 2010. There may be something better then, but until then I'll keep up to date with your Hub!
Mike