This device blocks the camera lens of my Galaxy Note 10.1 How are you suppose to use it?
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This item is to hold ones iPad, Kindle, etc securely while reading music, reading hands free, etc., and by using a tripod.
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It absolutely does work with Galaxy, Kindle, and iPads, for the purpose it was made for. Sadly, you had in mind another use for it that it was not designed for, i.e.... a protective cover. Each of these type items has an opening on the back for the camera lens to see through. The Castiv was designed to hold the prior mentioned items securely, so that one can read from it, etc, and use a tripod instead of a mic stand. It is not a protective case. It truly is a 5star item for its designed purpose. I suggest returning your item to seller.
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No, you have to use the case that they provide you which enables the lens to screw into it. I had to remove my case every time I wanted to use it ... that is the down side of this.
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Hi, the knob on the side is a lock pin that you use to release the lens from the adapter (just added safety). When you want to remove the lens hold the lens and adapter vertical and push the knob straight down. Easy as that. Does that help?
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Mine is a samsung galaxy note 10.1 vs 2 it fits but loose around the camera. It will annoy you if u take a lot of pics.
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There is a magnet strip that stays forever on your phone around the camera. But the actual lenses do not; you can remove them whenever you want. When you want to attach and use the lens that's when you place it on the magnetic strip to hold. The strip is not that strong, it will hold the lens in place but with too much movement it can fall off.
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Dear, Yes, I have the same problem. The only way to open & close the lens is with the switch on & off botton. KR
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On my Samsung Note 3 and my wife's Note 2, this gizmo does NOT block the flash (although the edge is right next to the flash light). I don't think it would affect a flash picture at all, however, I have never taken a flash picture using these lenses. I mostly us the close-up lens to magnify fine print and turning on the light as needed and that works great. The only issue I now have with my Note 3 is that with the Otterbox I have on it, the clip on lens doesn't quite fit flush without holding it. I don't have an iPhone or other Samsung phone to check how it fits over the camera lens and how it impacts the flash. On my Samsung Note 3 and my wife's Note 2, this gizmo does NOT block the flash (although the edge is right next to the flash light). I don't think it would affect a flash picture at all, however, I have never taken a flash picture using these lenses. I mostly us the close-up lens to magnify fine print and turning on the light as needed and that works great. The only issue I now have with my Note 3 is that with the Otterbox I have on it, the clip on lens doesn't quite fit flush without holding it. I don't have an iPhone or other Samsung phone to check how it fits over the camera lens and how... » Read More On my Samsung Note 3 and my wife's Note 2, this gizmo does NOT block the flash (although the edge is right next to the flash light). I don't think it would affect a flash picture at all, however, I have never taken a flash picture using these lenses. I mostly us the close-up lens to magnify fine print and turning on the light as needed and that works great. The only issue I now have with my Note 3 is that with the Otterbox I have on it, the clip on lens doesn't quite fit flush without holding it. I don't have an iPhone or other Samsung phone to check how it fits over the camera lens and how it impacts the flash. « Show Less
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No Amy, and Ive actually had this problem on some previous cases before but it leaves more than enough space for the lens and flash to work properly without interference! hope this helps! :)
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Hello Martin, Go to your menu and navigate to the number one page. You'll see "Release w/o Lens", change that to enable and you're set! Hope that helps!
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There are a couple external devices available, that attach over the Lens hood. They are pretty pricey. Check with B&H; Photo
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just pull it out, there's a hole right above the camera. Stick it when a pen or just use your nail
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You have to watch the little lock switch - I have a card reader that always switches mine to lock-I just have to remember to un-lock before it goes back in the camera!!
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What I have found works is turn off the power, take out the battery and the SD card. Wait at least a minute, and put them back in. The lens should retract. Always make sure your camera is fully charged, and when taking pictures, make sure all the icons on the display in back are not displayed. Hope this helps.
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before you plug it in, plug in a usb flash drive to it, then plug it into your note 10.1..keep an eye on the lower right of the screen and it should come up saying usb connected or something like that... then use esfile explorer app to navigate to your usb and open that folder and see if your files are in there...(or try my files app as well, astro file manager may or maynot be a 3rd option to try)
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Hi Screw the lens clooke wise with the holder I hope I answered ur question
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There is a small spot sticker on the outside of the camera lens. It covers the camera lens only. If your rear camera appears hazy or unclear, try peeling off this sticker with your fingernail.
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I just tried and it does not seem to unscrew at all. There are pre-set filters for taking pictures - fishbowl, old fashioned, muted, etc. Hope that helps.