topic Re: How do you carry your large phone while walking with no pockets? in Wellness

How do you carry your large phone while walking with no pockets?

mima — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 15:50:10 GMT

I have a Samsung Note 3 and while I love the phone, I need to figure out how to take it with me walking in clothes with no pockets. Jeans are too hot to wear.

I have seen the arm bands. This is a big phone and I think the arm band would really bother me. I would also want an arm band that would fit the phone that is already in a case. I wouldn't want to remove my case everytime since the case is hard to remove. Any suggestions if I go that route? I have a trident case on it which I think is as big as the Otterbox.

I think the ideal thing would be a nylon bag on a strap. I can't find one that is the right size that would fit the phone without being too big.

Or even a flat fannie pack type bag that would go around my waist? I don't want those old fashioned ones that stick out a lot though.

What do you suggest?

Thanks!

Re: How do you carry your large phone while walking with no pockets?

Krimpette — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 15:59:13 GMT

Would a cross body bag work? Vera Bradley, perhaps?

Re: How do you carry your large phone while walking with no pockets?

okiebug — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 16:00:44 GMT

I have the Galaxy S5, which isn't quite as big as the Note 3, but is still a large phone and like you said, even bigger with the case. I have a small nylon crossbody that I use either cross body or around my waist. I got it at Ross, TJMaxx, forget which, but it's not a name brand, not fancy and wasn't expensive. Either of those stores have lots of small cross body bags that fit our phones and if you get one with an adjustable, removable strap you can wear it whichever way works best for what you're doing. Overnight I saw a cute small crossbody, large wallet by Vera Bradley if you like the prints.

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redtabby — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 16:02:14 GMT

This issue is why I will not buy anymore pants without pockets. I need a place for my phone and keys at the very least. My suggestion would be a small crossbody purse, a wristlet, or a small backpack.

Re: How do you carry your large phone while walking with no pockets?

mima — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 16:02:14 GMT

On 6/26/2014 Krimpette said:
Would a cross body bag work? Vera Bradley, perhaps?

Oh yes, I forgot to mention that! I was also looking at the mini hipster. I'm trying to figure out what would be best.

Thanks for the reminder.

Re: How do you carry your large phone while walking with no pockets?

haddon9 — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 16:02:41 GMT

It really depends on your lifestyle. You could try a small lightweight cross body bag....big enough for the phone but small enough so it doesn't get in the way.

I have a Samsung Galaxy which is too big and uncomfortable for a pocket so I just carry it around the house when I remember...however when I go out all of my handbags have outside pockets large enough for my phone.

Another idea is to check Etsy dot com. Lots of sellers there make custom cases for iPhones, tablets & Ereaders. I'm sure you could find someone to make a case (soft or hard) with an adjustable strap just for your phone's dimensions.

Re: How do you carry your large phone while walking with no pockets?

mima — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 16:03:45 GMT

On 6/26/2014 okiebug said:
I have the Galaxy S5, which isn't quite as big as the Note 3, but is still a large phone and like you said, even bigger with the case. I have a small nylon crossbody that I use either cross body or around my waist. I got it at Ross, TJMaxx, forget which, but it's not a name brand, not fancy and wasn't expensive. Either of those stores have lots of small cross body bags that fit our phones and if you get one with an adjustable, removable strap you can wear it whichever way works best for what you're doing. Overnight I saw a cute small crossbody, large wallet by Vera Bradley if you like the prints.

Maybe I should check the stores before ordering anything. Thanks!

Re: How do you carry your large phone while walking with no pockets?

Montana — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 16:06:43 GMT

Hipzbags.com might have something that would work for you. I think most can be worn around the waist or crossbody. Amazon also has flat waist bags.

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Suzeecat — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 16:09:48 GMT

I apologize in advance because I know that my answer will not be helpful, but when I go out for a walk or a run, I leave my phone at home. I don't want the distraction.

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Flika13 — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 16:09:50 GMT

Spibelt makes several different models of personal item belts. Spibelt.com. I just bought two last month. One large and one small. The smaller one was $19.99 with free shipping from their website. I wear it around my waist under my shirt. It holds my iPhone, car keys and a whistle to scare the bears!

Re: How do you carry your large phone while walking with no pockets?

Krimpette — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 16:13:34 GMT

Mima, If you search the VB website under cell phone bags for galaxy, there's a cute pink one today that's half price (now $19). But they have other cute ones for iPhone 5 and Galaxy also.

Re: How do you carry your large phone while walking with no pockets?

Retiredpsych — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 16:23:41 GMT

I have the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 and I love it too. When I don't have a purse or pocket....I just tuck it in the top of my bra! Done! My friends do the same.

Re: How do you carry your large phone while walking with no pockets?

Retiredpsych — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 16:25:29 GMT

PS: I don't have a large case for the phone...I have a clear jelly back for it (I like to see the phone...it's leather back is so pretty) so it takes up no extra room and doesn't make it bigger than it already is.

Re: How do you carry your large phone while walking with no pockets?

RainyDayGal — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 16:25:51 GMT

Are you not carrying a handbag or anything while you're out?

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millieshops — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 16:29:15 GMT

Having neither young children nor elderly parents, I just leave my phone home. All my family and friends know they can leave me a message.

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curlywhitedog — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 16:30:31 GMT

I usually carry a hand bag when I go someplace but if I don't carry that then I don't carry my iphone either. Now that I'm not working anymore I don't worry at all about missing a call and missing some business opportunity and if someone otherwise needs me, they'll leave a message.

If I go to someone's house with my handbag I leave my phone inside of it, nothing happening outside those moments with my friends is worth more than those moments with my friends are. That might sound hokey but it's true.

Maria

Re: How do you carry your large phone while walking with no pockets?

Just4Me — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 16:34:41 GMT

On 6/26/2014 ednapsych said:
I have the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 and I love it too. When I don't have a purse or pocket....I just tuck it in the top of my bra! Done! My friends do the same.

Sorry, but as a Breast Cancer Survivor, I would NEVER store electronic devices anywhere near the breasts.

Re: How do you carry your large phone while walking with no pockets?

DoneTryin — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 16:44:40 GMT

Spibelt expandable spandex stretch belt w/carrying pouch, V31563, $17.46 + $4.47, 5 colors

Re: How do you carry your large phone while walking with no pockets?

willdob3 — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 16:45:32 GMT

I don't carry my phone when I go walking. No need to since I got a Fitbit to track my steps.

Re: How do you carry your large phone while walking with no pockets?

willdob3 — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 16:48:22 GMT

On 6/26/2014 VCamp2748 said:
Spibelt expandable spandex stretch belt w/carrying pouch, V31563, $17.46 + $4.47, 5 colors

This would be my choice if I felt the need to carry my phone while walking. I have it on my Wish List but really don't need to carry my phone now. If I was using an app for my walks I'd get it.