Okay so you’ve got your new T-Mobile G1 and now your ready to pimp it out right?! Well there’s some really great accessories available out there that can help you do just that. Out of the box the G1 comes with a 1GB MicroSDHC memory card, a wall charger, a USB to mini USB cable, and a headphone set with built-in microphone. However, there are a few necessities that aren’t included. For instance, if you already have any devices that require a 3.5 mm jack to plugin them into your G1 then you’re going to need an adapter because the G1 has a mini USB/HTC port instead.
Memory Cards – You want to make sure you get plenty of memory for your new G1 and all that music, videos, photos, and documents that you’ll want to access on the go. I’d suggest getting a top quality memory card like Sandisk’s 16 GB MicroSDHC. You may also want get a USB reader for your memory card so you’ll be able to move files back and forth from your computer to your G1. In that case, the Sandisk 8GB MicroSDHC Memory Card with MobileMate Reader would be an excellent choice.
Chargers – When you purchase the G1 it comes with its own wall charger but not a car charger. So if you think you’re going to be on the road quite a bit you will want to get one of those. This is especially important if you’re going to be using the GPS quite a bit on your G1. That is, the battery time is significantly lowered by running the GPS system and the battery is only quoted for 3 hours talk time. If you’re gonna be away from any plugins for a while or perhaps you plan on going camping sometime soon you might checkout a solar battery charger for your phone as well.
Screen Protectors & Stylus Pens - Using the G1’s touch screen you’re going to quickly realize the need for a few screen protectors to prevent scratching and build-up of dirt and oil. Make sure you get a washable and reusable set of screen protectors that aren’t too thick and do not leave behind any adhesive when you remove them. You could also use a stylus pen to help prevent such wear and tear on your new phone. For various reasons a stylus pen can be very desireable when navigating the G1. A stylus pen can particularly helpful when using an app that requires selection specific area on the screen or when using the browser and attempting to select small links on a given web page.
Headphones & Headsets – There’s lot of options for headphones and headsets depending on your needs. Your G1 will come with its own combination headphones/microphone. However, you may have headphones of your own that you want to use. If that’s the case, you’re own headphones probably require a headphone jack plugin which the G1 doesn’t have. An easy fix for this is a mini USB to standard 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter. You can also entirely avoid this adapter requirement with a wireless solution such as a Bluetooth headset.
Vehicle Mountings – While your on the go you probably don’t want to be holding your phone and trying to drive at the same time. A vehicle mounting system is great for this and permits eye level viewing and easy navigation. This is can be very helpful when using your G1’s built-in GPS system and when you’re using the speakerphone feature.
Skins & Cases – The G1 is pretty robust and durable but you might want to get a skin or case to prevent scratches and minimal damage when its accidentally dropped. The slide-out LCD screen prevents some design challenges for overall protection but there are several solutions available. The soft rubberized skins (like the black on in the image to the left) won’t cover the frame of the LCD itself but several hardcover clip-on cases have been developed to do just that. The skins and cases come in a variety of different colors and styles. You may also be interested in a leather carrying case that clips to your belt. These can do double duty serving to contain your phone as well as your credit cards, identification, and currency.
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