Find cables, charging docks and external batteries for iphone. The next web points to a new mod for the elevation dock which involves replacing its 30pin dock connector with a lightning one. The iphone 5 is too light and the lightening port connection seems too sturdy to support a dock. The 15 best iphone docks for your desk or bedside table. You can no longer simply pull the phone out if the dock. I backed it this year on the 7th february 2012 and the project got funded on the 12th february 2012. Elevation dock 3 iphone dock for 6, 7, 7 plus with mfi. Im so desperate for a dock for my new iphone 5 that i have closely studied the little perspex stands in the local apple store and scoured the local.
If youre looking for the perfect dock for your bedroom, or one to sit discretely on your office desk, theres a good chance youll. Its a little pricey but its my favorite dock and its case friendly. Elevationdock 4 for iphone, ipad is first dock to allow one. Im so desperate for a dock for my new iphone 5 that i have closely. The worse part is, this iphone stand from elevation labs only support iphones with the 30pin dock connector, so it can not be used for new iphone 5 which was already launched way back in. Best docks to cradle your iphone 8 or iphone x cult of mac. Elevationdock 3s weight, plus the nanopad underside which locks to your desk via air vacuums keeps your dock planted and makes undocking a breeze. Jul 18, 2012 the phone cavity of the elevation dock was designed to be extra accommodating for the iphone, giving about a quarter of an inch clearance on the sides and back, and about half that up front.
The right iphone dock does more than just hold your phone. I had the old one from their original kickstarter project, and this is a really nice update. Charging dock for iphone 5 iphone, ipad, ipod forums at. Elevation dock modded for iphone 5 and lightning connector tnw. A heavy, solid dock with a lowfriction connector so you dont have to wrench it out when you are done syncing your iphone or ipod touch. There are plans to offer the new lightning connector and that cannot happen fast enough for me. Oct 03, 2012 and if you have one, and recently purchased an iphone 5, you might want to check this out.
Elevation dock was the 8th kickstarter project that i backed. Lightning insert makes elevation dock iphone 5 friendly cult of mac. Easy undocking, works with cases, made at a new level of quality. As the owner of a nowuselesstome elevation dock i was immediately interested when my buddy said he had it working with the iphone 5. This small little adapter allows you to mount your lightning connector into the elevationdock and use it with your iphone 5. Get your own at frustrated with apples docks, we designed the one we wanted for ourselves. Jul 18, 2012 checks out the elevation dock for iphone by elevation lab, possibly the best iphone dock ever made. Elevation lab releases lightning adapter for popular. The sides make lining up and docking your iphone as fast as possible. Buy elevation lab elevationdock 4 mfi apple iphone dock with onehand undocking chromeblack at amazon uk. I have always loved the quality, look and strong hold, as claimed, to whatever it was adhered to.
Apr 19, 20 the elevation dock for iphone 5, as i mentioned, is the same as the elevation dock for the iphone 44s, only with a lightning adapter fix. It was supposed to be shipped in april 2012 before iphone. Jan 09, 2020 the lightning dock, a massive shift from the 30pin dock connector, has led to several new product ranges. If you look at their 30 pin based models, the dock connector is pass through. Mar 20, 2018 elevationlab has today released its newest iphone accessory, corddock. I have been using the elevation dock for some time now. Built at a whole new level of quality with a beautifully minimal design. Elevationlab corddock is unlike any other iphone dock. It is an elegant dock and works well with the iphone 44s, ipod touch, and nano with a. The company released an elevation dock 2 able to support the iphone 5, 5c, 5s, and 6, but the elevation dock 3 is the first dock that works with apples bigger iphone 6 plus and iphones with thick. The fantastic iphone stand from elevationlabs does unfortunately only support iphones with the 30pin dock connector.
Elevationdock for iphone5 the best dock for iphone 5 elevation lab. Jun 05, 2015 just got the new elevation dock today. The way the polished red finish catches the light looks even more gorgeous in person. When i emailed about the dock connector they referred me to the faq below the page. Elevationlab has release a new dock for the iphone 6 and iphone 6 plus devices which is named as elevation dock 3 and this is the enhanced version of elevation dock 2. Elevation dock updated for iphone 5, jbl speakers, and a belkin keyboard for the ipad mini posted by tris hussey on nov 15, 2012 in ipad 4, ipad accessories, ipad mini, ipad news, iphone 5, iphone accessories, iphone news. Using 3d printing, makers modified the dock over the course of a day. The company behind the kickstarter phenomenon, elevation labs, has released an official lightning adapter for the dock allowing you to use it with your shiny new iphone 5 from elevation labs website. Dec 04, 2019 like many of us, casey hopkins was extremely frustrated with the current offerings of iphone 5 docks on the market. Elevation dock 3 iphone dock for 6, 7, 7 plus with mfi lightning. Despite its heft, you need two hands to prize your phone from its grasp, and good luck even getting your phone in there if its wearing a case. Elevation dock 4 iphone dock with precise adjustment, apple. In fact, many users got their docks around the same time the iphone 5 was.
However, with each new version of the phone or changing cases i would have to get the new version of the dock. Elevationlab debuts elevation dock 3 with integrated. Elevationlab launches corddock for iphone, a unique hybrid. Nov 03, 2012 the elevation dock for the iphone is a classic kickstarter story. Ally takes a look at the everdock duo by fuz, a dock and charge accessory for the iphone and ipad that fits both at once. It comes in four finishes, and ships in three weeks.
Oliver nelson, the creator, says it takes about 25 minutes and some light hacking. Nov 06, 2012 lightning insert makes elevation dock iphone 5 friendly. The phone cavity of the elevation dock was designed to be extra accommodating for the iphone, giving about a quarter of an inch clearance on the sides and back, and about half that up front. Get your own elevation dock in glass bead blasted finish like on apple unibody macs. My iphone 4 would just rest on to the dock for charging without any pressure required, i cant see this being the case for the 5. Elevation dock iphone5 adapter by mikehellers thingiverse. On the left is the original elevation dock with the iphone 5 adapter. According to elevation lab, the dock is compatible with all iphones that are newer than the iphone 4s, so thats iphone 5 and onwards. The official lightning dock from apple is one of the few docks that lets you listen to music while your iphone is charging. Elevation lab elevationdock 4 mfi apple iphone dock. Sep 09, 2017 the iphone dock was popular at the time, and now elevation lab has returned with a new version of its dock, this time with a braided lightning cable that is integrated as well as onehanded operation that ensures the dock stays where it is when the iphone is removed with just one hand. Cncd from solid aircraft aluminum, low friction connection, usb out.
As someone else also mentioned, this means you need your own firstparty lightning cord 3rd party adapters wont fit. With so many docks on the market, elevationlab makes the seemingly bold claim that its new elevationdock 4 is the best dock for iphone. The dock is made from aluminum, and it comes in color variants thatll perfectly match your iphone. Elevation dock 4 iphone dock with precise adjustment, apple mfi. Elevation lab releases iphone 5 adapter for popular dock. Elevation dock 4 iphone dock with precise adjustment. I can see a dock connector chip or marking the black paint around the connector of iphone causing apple to stay. Elevation dock hacked to support new lightning connector. Nov 16, 2018 elevation lab says the dock works with the iphone 5 and later and all lightning equipped ipads with the exception of the 12.
A product that would fit in perfectly anywhere, thanks to the level of crafstmanship involved. The elevation dock was a huge hit when it was released on kickstarter. Elevation iphone dock gets new lease on life thanks to 3d. At the moment, this looks to be one of the only docks available for the iphone 5. Elevationdock 4 is made up of medicalgrade silicone, stainless steel knobs, and a slick, builtin braided 5foot lightning. On the right is the new iphone 5 dock straight from elevation labs. The elevation dock was supposed to come out back in spring 2012, but it wasnt delivered to backers until months later. Elevationdock 4 is a sharp evolution of its predecessor and brings a.
Apr 20, 2019 the right iphone dock does more than just hold your phone. Elevation dock modded for iphone 5 and lightning connector. The elevation dock 2 works with the iphone 6 not the plus, and promises undocking with one hand, like its predecessor. I mean, imagine something as solid and gorgeous as the vapor dock but also lets you dock and undock your iphone in a millisecond. Good news this afternoon for elevation dock owners. I love the idea of having a set, stable place to drop my iphone and charge it. Elevation lab says the dock works with the iphone 5 and later and all lightning equipped ipads with the exception of the 12. The idea was not just to create an iphone dock that works well as a dock, elevation lab also created an iphone dock that works well with cased iphones. It is an elegant dock and works well with the iphone 44s, ipod touch, and nano with a future. Elevationlab releases elevation dock 3 for iphone 6 and 6 plus. The elevation dock for iphone 5, as i mentioned, is the same as the elevation dock for the iphone 44s, only with a lightning adapter fix. Weve added silicone bumpers to better support your iphone when docked.
The company released an elevation dock 2 able to support the iphone 5, 5c, 5s, and 6, but the elevation dock 3 is the first dock that works with apples bigger iphone. Nov 16, 2017 with so many docks on the market, elevationlab makes the seemingly bold claim that its new elevationdock 4 is the best dock for iphone. Makers mod obsolete iphone dock for iphone 5 video. The elevation dock for the iphone is a classic kickstarter story. The idea behind this product is an iphone stand that allows users to dock and undock their iphone easily while effortlessly. These docks come in standard configuration or with a. As the owner of a nowuselesstome elevation dock for iphone with 30pin dock connector, i was immediately interested when my buddy oliver nelson told me that he had modified his model to work.
Like many of us, casey hopkins was extremely frustrated with the current offerings of iphone 5 docks on the market. Lightning insert makes elevation dock iphone 5 friendly. Nov 16, 2018 elevation lab has been working on docks for the iphone for several years, ever since a dock kickstarter project took off back in 2011 all of that dock expertise has culminated in the simple. Compare models, find more iphone power and iphone cables accessories and shop online. Mac ipad iphone apple watch tv music itunes homepod ipod touch.