Anyone find a good car mount for the Flyer?
What about this
http://www.amazon.com/Arkon-SM517-W...7?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1312330080&sr=1-7
I looked at that but was hoping to find something with a goose neck that won't cost an arm and a leg.
I'm looking at: http://www.amazon.com/Galaxy-Windsh...TF8&coliid=I1KF8PQQC8DSBD&colid=1O6EIA62KNIE2
or
http://www.amazon.com/Holder-Samsun...ternet/dp/B004JPQKX8/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
with arkon..the flyer only in landscape..and not in portrait;is it correct?
I have the arkon car mount
The Flyer is held in by tension (spring inside). You pull down the bottom part, insert the flyer and release. It holds on pretty tight so it should work in portrait mode. Most of the holders are interchangeable with their bases so you can get a suction cup base, a vent clip base, or a goose neck.
FYI:
The holder will also hold my iTouch, Droid, or Blackberry too.
This one is shown on the Arkon website with a gooseneck base. http://www.arkon.com/accessories/tablet_car_mount.html
You can get it at amazon http://www.amazon.com/Arkon-20-Inch-Flexible-BlackBerry-PlayBook/dp/B004MYF10E/ref=sr_1_1?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1312398289&sr=1-1
I have the tablet holder from RAM mount... It holds my Flyer while in my "folio type" case. They have a gooseneck which uses your seat bolts for attaching to the car... It's a litttle rigid, but if you get it in the "right" position it Will stay put. If you're looking for a windshield or dash mount they have the normal suction cup base option. I have the magnetic base mount which I move from my desk to gym. The nice thing about the system is you can interchange the bases and holders for other device holders... But this can get pricey also.
Sorry I don't have the link handy, Google RAM mounts... Should come up, I purchased online from a store in Seattle called NPI.
car mount for HTC Flyer
Have you looked at Brodit holder?
I have this one and it works great for my phone and tablet:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004V3NPW2
Its hold is shockingly good.
For those of you who have windshield mounts do you find that a 7" tab is a bit too big to have sitting in the front? Does it block your view?
I would get the side mount, but I don't like the idea of drilling and screwing things in to the side of my car.
elitistlinuxuser said:
What about this
http://www.amazon.com/Arkon-SM517-W...7?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1312330080&sr=1-7
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I bought this and it's ok. If you have a case, the mount does not grab the tablet at all because of its thickness. The little arms are simply not long enough. I had to cut mine to make them lock the tablet. If you are willing to do 15 mins of modding. might worth it.
It blocks a good bit of my windshield on my car, so I am trying to figure out how to mount it onto or slightly below my head unit. However, on my girlfriend's truck, there is plenty of space.
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I bought this and it's ok. If you have a case, the mount does not grab the tablet at all because of its thickness. The little arms are simply not long enough. I had to cut mine to make them lock the tablet. If you are willing to do 15 mins of modding. might worth it.
It blocks a good bit of my windshield on my car, so I am trying to figure out how to mount it onto or slightly below my head unit. However, on my girlfriend's truck, there is plenty of space.
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Same mount... No case in this picture, but I can say firsthand that it works fine with a silicone case. It held the tablet for a 1200 mile trip until the tape on the dash puck gave out 10 miles from home. I can get a clearer picture this weekend if one is wanted.
Like you mentioned though, it did block much of the right hand side of the windshield from the drivers seat. Cops didn't seem to care though. Lol.
I also have an arkon gooseneck mount in my truck, also holds fine with a silicone case, no modding necessary. However, if it only sat up higher, I'd be content. Nothing some threaded rod and a coupler can't fix.
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kardain said:
Same mount... No case in this picture, but I can say firsthand that it works fine with a silicone case. It held the tablet for a 1200 mile trip until the tape on the dash puck gave out 10 miles from home. I can get a clearer picture this weekend if one is wanted.
Like you mentioned though, it did block much of the right hand side of the windshield from the drivers seat. Cops didn't seem to care though. Lol.
I also have an arkon gooseneck mount in my truck, also holds fine with a silicone case, no modding necessary. However, if it only sat up higher, I'd be content. Nothing some threaded rod and a coupler can't fix.
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Without the case it works quite well. Did you have to mod your arms at all?
Also, I fond it very annoying to use the buttons on the bottom as the little arms would get in the way.
Since then I have gotten Button Savior which makes buttons pop out on the screen like on HC. You gotta be rooted though.
Nope, didn't have to mod. With the case it was a bit tight. The spring loaded arm was slightly bowed due to being at full stretch.
My mount didn't come with the j-hook arms, so no interference with the buttons.
The cobra holder looks great but not sure about holding power. Has someone tested how much it hols, can't believe that it holds the flyer when driving a little harder
Even with the money I'd save him, it's still at least half an arm and leg. Nicest holders out and there though. And they'll only fit a bare tablet. I've tried to get them to do an adjustable one to fit multiple 7" tablets, but they kept shooting me down. Maybe with the Nook Tab and Kindle Fire, they'll reconsider.
Esspee_London said:
Have you looked at Brodit holder?
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Zlatty said:
I bought this and it's ok. If you have a case, the mount does not grab the tablet at all because of its thickness. .
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kardain said:
Same mount... No case in this picture, but I can say firsthand that it works fine with a silicone case. It held the tablet for a 1200 mile trip until the tape on the dash puck gave out 10 miles from home. I can get a clearer picture this weekend if one is wanted.
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How big of a diameter is the suction cups of the Arkon?
It's a single cup, 3" in diameter.
Also, I snapped some pics of the detachable part of the mount on the Flyer with both a Rocketfish case and a generic silicone one... Picture taking isn't my strong suit, so pardon the not so good quality :|
First, here's the gooseneck in my Trailblazer... the left front nut on the passenger seat was loosened up and it mounts there.
Rocketfish hard case
Front:
Back:
Silicone case (or poly something or other)
Front
Back
sweet thanks for the pictures!
one more question, how much more does the legs extend out?
ordered a Multi Angle 360 Stand Up Case and it would be great to leave case in when mounting.
That's as far as it stretches out, so it's a tight fit. You might get a kit that has a pair of longer legs to give another inch or so of clearance.
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That's as far as it stretches out, so it's a tight fit. You might get a kit that has a pair of longer legs to give another inch or so of clearance.
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I had to cut into mine so that the silicone case would not slide out. If the arms were only about 10mm longer with more of a slope, it would work sooo much better.
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Hi,
Has anyone found something that would make it easier/comfortable holding the Gtab in a one-handed grip?
Thanks,
Jim
It looks to me like the BookGem holder talked about here would work to replace my hand grasping it at the bottom center of the tab. You would attach it but leave the back legs folded up and just grab on to the BookGem body at the bottom while it clamps a hold of the table.
I think My thumb muscels are building up while holding the tablet freehand the past month so it is not too bad for me!!
insight3fl said:
It looks to me like the BookGem holder talked about here would work to replace my hand grasping it at the bottom center of the tab. You would attach it but leave the back legs folded up and just grab on to the BookGem body at the bottom while it clamps a hold of the table.
I think My thumb muscels are building up while holding the tablet freehand the past month so it is not too bad for me!!
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I'll take a look, but kind of expensive . My right thumb is going numb !
I went to Micheal's craft store and picked up black foam/rubber craft paper that has adhesive on the back. It was 99 cents. I put on the back and cut strips for the sides so it wouldn't block any of the ports/speakers/Mike. Its very comfortable. It will cover serial #. It is the same material as the foam rubber in the box that the gtab comes in
Any chance you can post some pics? I was thinking something similar using Velcro strips with adhesive back, so I'd be interested.
Thanks!
Jim
jimcpl said:
Hi,
Has anyone found something that would make it easier/comfortable holding the Gtab in a one-handed grip?
Thanks,
Jim
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As I was reading this I had a thought. I took the suction cup portion from my Garmin GPS and stuck it on the back of my g tablet. It seem to work well enough. Just be careful as there is always the possibility of it coming lose (though it seems fairly sturdy). More of a in bed or on the couch solution I think.
I also notice it doubles as a stand. Works real well in fact.
RojasTKD said:
As I was reading this I had a thought. I took the suction cup portion from my Garmin GPS and stuck it on the back of my g tablet. It seem to work well enough. Just be careful as there is always the possibility of it coming lose (though it seems fairly sturdy). More of a in bed or on the couch solution I think.
I also notice it doubles as a stand. Works real well in fact.
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"Great minds think alike"!! Just got a new GPS, and was thinking about that. Had some foot surgery ~week ago, so I *am* on the couch ..
Jim
Here is the one handed grip solution with the X-band:
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Does that X band fit the Gtab ok?
Jim
Here are some pics of my g tablet with the garmin suction cup mounts. It gives me an option for holding it with one hand as well as a stand. I actually work very well as a stand.
http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb141/RojasTKD/IMG_0342.jpg
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Rojas,
Thx for the pics! I kind of like something like this, because I tried simulating something like Xband and it seemed kind of awkward, but, does the grip part of your gPS mount not twist when holding it?
Jim
Yeah it does. I can shake it, flip it, hold it upside down and it's stable.
jimcpl said:
Rojas,
Thx for the pics! I kind of like something like this, because I tried simulating something like Xband and it seemed kind of awkward, but, does the grip part of your gPS mount not twist when holding it?
Jim
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I have two different GPS suction cup mounts I have tried. One has no adjustments and does not twist at all. The other can be adjusted up and down vertically. It let me adjust the angle of the g tablet a bit when used as a stand. It also does move like a swivel, but locks into place once the lever is put in the locking position.
I don'y know why I didn't think of this sooner... It sitting on my desk right now and works pretty darn well as a stand. It also very portable.
Rojas - which clock/weather widget are you using. I use Beautiful Home atm, but it's got lots of wasted space, and even if I was to resize it with Launcher Pro, it wouldn't get rid of the wasted space.
thanks
RojasTKD said:
I have two different GPS suction cup mounts I have tried. One has no adjustments and does not twist at all. The other can be adjusted up and down vertically. It let me adjust the angle of the g tablet a bit when used as a stand. It also does move like a swivel, but locks into place once the lever is put in the locking position.
I don'y know why I didn't think of this sooner... It sitting on my desk right now and works pretty darn well as a stand. It also very portable.
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Rojas,
I'm not looking to use as a stand. In this case, which mount would you recommend? Also can you provide specific model info?
Jim
darksongsama said:
Rojas - which clock/weather widget are you using. I use Beautiful Home atm, but it's got lots of wasted space, and even if I was to resize it with Launcher Pro, it wouldn't get rid of the wasted space.
thanks
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I'm using the Beautiful Home Weather widget with Launcher Pro. I went into Settings>preferences>Homescreen settings and changed the number of columns to 9 and the number of rows to 8. Beautiful Home Weather seems to fit a little better that way and I have more space for adding apps.
jimcpl said:
Rojas,
I'm not looking to use as a stand. In this case, which mount would you recommend? Also can you provide specific model info?
Jim
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if you refering to the witch suction cup mount. I'm using the non adjustable one mainly because the adjustable one is being used with my Garmin GPS. The adjustable one is more versitel and ,ay allow you to find a a more comfortable position for you.
If you just want to hold it, the X-band thing looks like a nice option.
jimcpl,
Not trying to hijack the thread, but I have had thoughts going a different direction.
I have had my G-Tablet at school and used it moving around the room -- different chores, time places.
My thought a couple of time has been whether I could find a ring mount like a USB key has on it -- or another mount that I could snap a lanyard to. When I was not holding onto the tablet (however) then I could let it hang or perhaps devise some kind of "holster" to let it slip into while still attached to the lanyard for safety.
Been traveling, so haven't had time to pursue this -- but thought with all the creative minds in this thread someone might have an idea.
Rev
Here is my version of the one handed suction cup grip ! Not bad for $15.00
See Availability at this marketplace post:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=10252461#post10252461
At DanielNTX,
Where did you get the handgrip?
I've looking around online for a solution to mount my transformer on my dashboard for the longest time. Dissatisfied with overpriced plastic panels and metallic holders, I set off to find my own mount. I wanted something cheap because I couldnt justify spending 20 to 50 bucks on custom made holders that I probably wouldnt use again if I switched my car. Instead, I decided to order 3M velcro for 3 dollars. Here are the results:
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I wont be able to mount it anywhere on the dashboard, as I need nice flat surface for it to stick properly. Im also aware that the transformer has a glossy screen which shows glare under the sun, but if you turn your brightness up, its really easy to see the navigation. In addition, its also great for whoevers sitting in the passenger seat.
Its definitely not the prettiest set up, but it is the cheapest.
Sent from my Transformer TF101 using Tapatalk
+1 for ingenuity
lol i had an idea similar to this but after telling my girlfriend about the idea she smacked me on the head and called me nuts...
or maybe its the mad scientist laugh i gave out that made her do that "/
cant say i didnt have the thought, but i doubt i could ever do that to my tablet
great idea, I'll test it on my Duster car
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velcro on the tablet kills it for me...
...why don't they have those generic silicone skins for this thing?!
this is a great idea and all but...
as about said... velcro... not something i would want to put on my tablet nor my car
Awesome idea i was thinking of something similar using 3M picture frame holders the ones that you stick on then they are supposed to come off with no residue etc never got round to it ended up getting a thingy for the phone for maps and a bag that has a special poket for the tf with lots of padding
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reaperzero said:
lol i had an idea similar to this but after telling my girlfriend about the idea she smacked me on the head and called me nuts...
or maybe its the mad scientist laugh i gave out that made her do that "/
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Should have said "you hold it then" and saved $3 (the tablet that is).
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Should have said "you hold it then" and saved $3 (the tablet that is).
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lol
So I'm going to use velcro (4 inch by 2 inch strip) instead of the stuff in OP. Should I put the fuzzy side or the scratchy side on the TF? Also this is actual Velcro brand velcro, so the scratchy side is 1mm deep and the puffy side is 4mm deep.
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velcro on the tablet kills it for me...
...why don't they have those generic silicone skins for this thing?!
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How about just sticking the velcro to a generic Transformer case that's easy to slide in and slide out. That way you can just leave the case there, and take the transformer out whenever you leave your car.
HA! Love it.
That stuff is called Dual Lock by 3M. It's not Velcro or traditional hook and loop. It uses tiny mushroom heads that interlock together creating an amazing bond. They make it with several fasteners per inch variants. 160 250 and 400. And the adhesive back comes in standard and VHB ( very high bond) The 400 versions is almost like glue, in some applications you can't get it to come apart. I love this stuff, I build specialized helmet camera mounts and use the Dual Lock for helmet mounting. Sky divers use my mount with that stuff and it does not come off at terminal velocity.
From the photo it looks like the OP is using standard adhesive 150 or 250, if you used VHB and 400 you could make small 1X1 patches to mount it.
Search for Dual Lock on Ebay.
Curious about my mount?
www.XVUSA.com
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Should have said "you hold it then" and saved $3 (the tablet that is).
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lol my head would have been in the wind sheild if i said that
Will this hold when temperature raise in the summer ?
I use a ProClip USA mount with quick release.works great.
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nice is cheap and good
has anyone tried this.
http://www.tetrax.com/us/
I have one for my iPhone and it is great. It is magnetic. Just a small round disc on the back of my phone and one on the dash.
The TF is much bigger but maybe two of these would hold it.
I dunno if the Tetrax will withstand the TF weight and size. Personally I doubt it, but I may be wrong!
Plus it's quite expensive!
I bought the same type of velcro, but black! Black Shtuff (2 feet X 1 inch) $1.79 (Int. shipping included)
MrNago said:
I dunno if the Tetrax will withstand the TF weight and size. Personally I doubt it, but I may be wrong!
Plus it's quite expensive!
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MrNago is right - a single mount won't hold the TF. When I tried it, the weight of the tablet pulled the magnetic claw arm off the magnetic mount on my dashboard (no damage, it just separated the mount arm from the magnet attached to the dash). I don't have dashboard space anywhere in my car (that would be practical to view the TF, anyway) to use 2 mounts, so this is a wash.
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Amazon Link:http://tinyurl.com/3n8y64p
Ordered this mount for my wife's car, I use a ProClip unit in my car, seems to work pretty well for what it is. Mountek has them available on Amazon every weekday at 07:00 PST, I ordered mine at 08:15 PST and there were only eight left. I paid $23.90 shipped (USPS first class). I am hoping that it will fit my HTC (with extended battery) as well as my wife's OG Droid. I am not too worried about blocking any radio controls while in use because they are all mirrored on the steering wheel. She was pretty adamant about having something that was removable, and I can't stand the windshield mounts that are available.
(Here is the video from their site)
Here is the box from USPS, shipped received about a week after ordering. Included was the mount, a piece of adhesive foam, and small instruction sheet.
The mount seems to be built fairly well
This tabbed area inserts into the compact disc slot, then the knob is twisted to expand until "firm" The tabs are soft, so no marring the CD slot.
Here is the adhesive pad. DON"T USE IT WITH THE EXTENDED BATTERY The bottom rest is removable to work with a variety of electronics.
Here is my OG Droid mounted, and then the Vigor with the standard battery.
Here is the side profile with the standard battery cover. As a refresher here is the difference between the standard and extended battery covers...
Here is the mount without the bottom plate, holding the Vigor with the extended battery cover.
Here is me shaking it, with the extended battery, no problems with is falling out. Here is a top down view of the foam sides holding the Vigor.
I don't have my wife's car right now, but here is the mount in my Civic (06-11)...
To those unfamiliar, the Civic had a cd slot that is at a angle, here is with the mount installed.
Now with the Vigor installed (with extended battery) portrait and landscape.
Overall I think it is going to work well. I will update this review if I have any issues...
***Update 02-24-2011***
Works well in my wife's Subaru, does not block any of the display. No issues with the Vigor (Rezound) falling out with the extended battery, the foam on the sides works well to keep it in place.
My wife uses one in her car for her Razr. Seems to work well, and she likes it.
But, I tried it with my Rezound and there are a couple problems. With the extended battery, it's almost too thick for the mount. It will hold it, but it's not quite deep enough to hold securely. Seems like the phone would easily pop out if you bump it or even from road vibration. The second problem is that the usb port is blocked so no charging. You might be able to trim the side piece enough to get the charger to plug in, but I haven't tried.
Awesome. Just a thanks for the post. Glad to see a car mount not relying on suction, which my "textured" dash and crap make useless, and i don't want my view blocked at all in my windshield. This is the most useful car mount for me i've seen yet. too bad it'll most likely block me from keeping my Archos 5 IMT from mounting via velcro where i do lol but rarely do i use that awesome beast anymore. Can't wait to get a chance to order one.
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My wife uses one in her car for her Razr. Seems to work well, and she likes it.
But, I tried it with my Rezound and there are a couple problems. With the extended battery, it's almost too thick for the mount. It will hold it, but it's not quite deep enough to hold securely. Seems like the phone would easily pop out if you bump it or even from road vibration. The second problem is that the usb port is blocked so no charging. You might be able to trim the side piece enough to get the charger to plug in, but I haven't tried.
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Could you shoot a picture of your Rezound (I still despise that name..) in mounted in the unit? Which way are you mounting it?
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Sorry I never had a chance to get any photos up for you, but yours are great. I didn't realize the bottom plate was removable. That solves the issue of plugging the charger in. And glad to see it holds your phone securely. I think I had a case on mine when I tried it, so maybe that made some difference.
After seeing your review, I think I'll give this mount another try.
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Sorry I never had a chance to get any photos up for you, but yours are great. I didn't realize the bottom plate was removable. That solves the issue of plugging the charger in. And glad to see it holds your phone securely. I think I had a case on mine when I tried it, so maybe that made some difference.
After seeing your review, I think I'll give this mount another try.
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Thanks, came in quicker than I expected.
That's crazy. I have a civic si and wanted to see how it looked and since you ha even one it looks like it works well. I wanted to place it above the big capartment infringement of the shifter. I may get this!
I actually use a ProClip mount for my car, it mounts above the driver right side vent, but it is much more permanent. You on the 8th?
Indeed I am. Same username
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Indeed I am. Same username
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I'm on here and there, Chris/Si/4dr. Nice FG, hate black... Never again. Does look good the first 20 min after a wax though.
That's genius. Finally no longer have to deal with suction cups
It's just a dock to hold the phone in place correct? Doesn't broadcast sound through your car's audio system? Thanks.
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It's just a dock to hold the phone in place correct? Doesn't broadcast sound through your car's audio system? Thanks.
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Yes it is "just" a dock... I use a dock for navigation, music, & calls. This lets your phone be within reach, not stuck to your windshield, and out of the sun.
This is what I use to "stream" music ect...
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I received mine last week, and have been using it for a few days now. I really like it. My CDs still play...yeah I would have to remove it to change the CD, but my car has an in dash 6-CD changer, so I already have them pre-loaded and just switch on the fly.
I'd buy this again...in fact I might buy one for the wife's car.
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I received mine last week, and have been using it for a few days now. I really like it. My CDs still play...yeah I would have to remove it to change the CD, but my car has an in dash 6-CD changer, so I already have them pre-loaded and just switch on the fly.
I'd buy this again...in fact I might buy one for the wife's car.
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Glad my little review was able to help, I haven't played a CD in almost two years.
I got this for my wife's Jeep Liberty and it works like a champ!
I used this with my Evo 4G with extended bat. and now my Rezound. I works pretty good but I can't angle it enough so that the phone is facing me directly. Also, it fits fine in my wife's Mazda with 6 disk changer but in my F150 with 6 disk changer it it really tight - even scraped off some of the protective covering of the little tabs that fit into the cd slot. I don't use the changer so I just forced it in and it's not going anywhere, didn't even have to tighten the adjustment screw.
Did you remove the back pad? Mine came with it already on. Tempted to just scrape it off.
I just got this in the other day and I dont like it at all.......... I LOVE IT!
Im using it in my 2013 Fiat Abarth. the car is lowered and can ride hard.
The Note 3 does not move or bounce at all.
I always use my device in the car in landscape mode, no button interference, etc.
Does not cover the Stereo display and puts the device in the perfect spot.
easy 1 handed in and out.
I ordered a 5 pack of NFC decals to have it launch car mode ultra and kick on my bluetooth audio connection.
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http://www.amazon.com/Caseology-One...=1382534019&sr=8-1&keywords=caseology+cd+slot
Hmm would probably work in my Jeep but my Viper has a flipout, probably better than just throwing my phone in the passenger seat.
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Thanks i order one for my jeep, ... hmm deliver 19-Nov/4-déc
I have the magnetric one, its great.
Can you have a CD in the player at the same time? Not that it matters too much in my Honda because I have a separate 5 disc changer. But in my Jeep there's only the one.
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deathshead said:
I just got this in the other day and I dont like it at all.......... I LOVE IT!
Im using it in my 2013 Fiat Abarth. the car is lowered and can ride hard.
The Note 3 does not move or bounce at all.
I always use my device in the car in landscape mode, no button interference, etc.
Does not cover the Stereo display and puts the device in the perfect spot.
easy 1 handed in and out.
I ordered a 5 pack of NFC decals to have it launch car mode ultra and kick on my bluetooth audio connection.
http://www.amazon.com/Caseology-One...=1382534019&sr=8-1&keywords=caseology+cd+slot
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Thanks for the NFC tip.
Those stick into the cd player right? Does it impede the ability to use CDs?
I had decided to buy one of these until I read a bunch of reviews that said that the dock tears up your cd player and the molding around it. Apparently, the longer it's in there the looser it gets. You have to retighten it and in doing so over and over it breaks the molding around the outside and the cd player slot. While I don't listen to cd's any more, I certainly don't want to have to pay several hundred bucks to repair something I don't use. Good luck, hope this doesn't happen to you.
For what it's worth, I did grab the iBolt car dock and it's pretty slick.
Looks kind of flimsy.
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Looks kind of flimsy.
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I have one of these that will hold a Nexus 7, it can be flimsy depending on the car and how wide its CD slot it. I've used it in 15 or so cars when renting and some cars you have to take all the pads off just to get it into the CD slot, some cars you have to use the thickest pads and its still not 100% tight in the CD slot. I'm happy not using it in any car I actually own because I can easily see depending on the vehicle how it will eventually crack the plastic above and below the cd slot... more so if there are buttons close to the slot and the plastic is slim.
Be aware...
My deck has the CD slot hidden behind the screen, it would be nice and cleaner to insert this into the dash (between the plastics). How thick is the insert on this dock??
Thanks!
I heard so many bad things about these ruin the CD player so I wouldn't take a chance.
This is what I am using in my car. It's perfect. With a little practice, I can put in and out the phone with one hand. It's shaky a bit when the road is rough but pretty stable. So far, I love it.
Mount on any flat surface. My car always park under the 90 degree sun whole day and I only have to restick it twice within 3 months.
Aduro U-GRIP PLUS Universal Dashboard Windshield Car Mount for Smar... http://www.amazon.com/dp/B008ALV0V4/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_PxxAsb1T94HSB
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What is the "magnetic one?
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What is the "magnetic one?
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I think he's referring to the mountek Ngroove Snap, one I recently picked up
Unfortunately, I got one and it doesn't let you use NFC or wireless charging if you use the magnet and keep it under your battery cover, so I'm returning it and ordered the Exomount Touch CD instead, same concept, no magnet, not as easy to mount and unmount, but I still get NFC and the ability to use wireless charging. Was about to order this, but I didn't because I prefer the positioning of the CD slot mounts vs the suction cup mount on the windshield or dashboard, and it's way better than mounting it in the air vents.
Plus that LG one doesn't have ANY reviews anywhere, videos or anything and I want something proven, sturdy and with a good placement in my car. I already know this about the exomount because it's the same as my magnetic dock, and it has a nice video on their site demoing it too, looks awesome!
Samzebian said:
I think he's referring to the mountek Ngroove Snap, one I recently picked up
Unfortunately, I got one and it doesn't let you use NFC or wireless charging if you use the magnet and keep it under your battery cover, so I'm returning it and ordered the Exomount Touch CD instead, same concept, no magnet, not as easy to mount and unmount, but I still get NFC and the ability to use wireless charging. Was about to order this, but I didn't because I prefer the positioning of the CD slot mounts vs the suction cup mount on the windshield or dashboard, and it's way better than mounting it in the air vents.
Plus that LG one doesn't have ANY reviews anywhere, videos or anything and I want something proven, sturdy and with a good placement in my car. I already know this about the exomount because it's the same as my magnetic dock, and it has a nice video on their site demoing it too, looks awesome!
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Many people have written about that mount. It's not by LG, but it is LG compatible, meaning it was designed to hold the LG WCP-300 Qi charger. I've had one for a few moths and it's pretty good. Instead of using the suction cup I mounted it on the dash.
This link should take you to my earlier post, complete with pictures and cost info.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=43321159
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aygriffith said:
I have one of these that will hold a Nexus 7, it can be flimsy depending on the car and how wide its CD slot it. I've used it in 15 or so cars when renting and some cars you have to take all the pads off just to get it into the CD slot, some cars you have to use the thickest pads and its still not 100% tight in the CD slot. I'm happy not using it in any car I actually own because I can easily see depending on the vehicle how it will eventually crack the plastic above and below the cd slot... more so if there are buttons close to the slot and the plastic is slim.
Be aware...
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This.... Had the same exact experience!
This is what I've been using now and it's ROCK SOLID!!
http://www.amazon.com/Aduro-Univers...UTF8&qid=1382743344&sr=8-13&keywords=car+dock
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DPMNNUO/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I can use NFC and Wireless charging just fine. I use the thicker plate and stick it right under my camera lense hole and it holds up great and I can still use wireless charging. I'm not in the car enough to use wireless in there and having a wire all the time looks dirty which is not why I use this mount
I received this dock this week after waiting about 2 weeks. It feels like a pretty sturdy build and holds the phone with no problem. Fits nicely in the CD slot on my 2009 Pontiac G6 although it does block the display which is kind of annoying.
We don't seem to have a thread discussing car mounts here, so...
I have an iOttie Easy One Touch XL car mount, which I got because I needed something that would fit my old Note 3 (which my previous iOttie Easy One Touch didn't). It's a great car mount, that holds the phone well, and has never fallen off the mounting plate despite crazy Ottawa temperatures.
The problem is, it doesn't fit the Pixel well. The side grips clamp right where the volume controls are on the Pixel. And though you can lower the little shelf, you can't lower it enough to prevent that.
Does anyone have any recommendations for a good car mount (not an air vent one), that works well with the Pixel but can also fit an LG G4 (in an Otterbox Commuter case)?
I use a Mag 'n Mount. It works great with both my Spigen Slim Armor and maxboost ultra slim case. It probably won't look great if you have the magnetic plate taped to a clear/translucent case though.
I purchased a proclip mount and holder for my iPhone 3g when that phone came out in 2008. It was the adjustable holder where I can slide it wider if needed. I've used the same holder and just purchased new mounts for what ever car I had at the time. I'm still using it with my pixel. It fit all of the phones in my signature after the iPhone 3g. It opened wide enough for my moto x pure with a case on it. So for the money and longevity it's great.
mdecker79 said:
I purchased a proclip mount and holder for my iPhone 3g when that phone came out in 2008. It was the adjustable holder where I can slide it wider if needed. I've used the same holder and just purchased new mounts for what ever car I had at the time. I'm still using it with my pixel. It fit all of the phones in my signature after the iPhone 3g. It opened wide enough for my moto x pure with a case on it. So for the money and longevity it's great.
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I second ProClip, I am on their list to be notified when the form fitted holder is available for the Pixel. I have had one for my MotoX Pure, and MotoX 2014. They are awesome!
Anyone have any experience with the mounts that slot into your CD player? How well do they hold in place?
saltorio said:
Anyone have any experience with the mounts that slot into your CD player? How well do they hold in place?
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They work great. Better than most windshield and vent mounts.
This is what I use with my Pixel
Teslan Disc Cradle Series CD Car Mount Phone Holder for iPhone and Android Smartphones and Phablets (Disc Mount) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0162GD6BK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_zKmhybSM800JW
Montar Universal Car Mount @ Massdrop $19
https://www.massdrop.com/buy/montar-universal-car-mount?mode=guest_open
I am using Mountek nGroove Snap 3 Magnetic mount on the trim line between the panels.
https://www.amazon.com/Mountek-nGro...id=1478618523&sr=1-2&keywords=mountek+ngroove
Are there any issues with having cables plugged into a phone on a magnetic car mount? I use both an AUX 3.5mm jack as well as a charging cable, and want to make sure that those would pull the phone off (there's plenty of slack) or cause it to rotate.
My phone just came in today and I can't wait to get home and tinker on it but I'll probably transfer from my 5x to the pixel the AUKEY Car Mount Air Vent Magnetic Cell Phone Holder for iPhone 7, 6S, Plus, Samsung and Other Android, Windows Smartphones. It's $5.99 right now. As someone else mentioned, it sucks because I bought a silver pixel as much as I'd like to have a clear case, I don't want to be showing a bit piece of magnet on the back of the case so I got a black case.
My RAM X-Grip mount has been able to fit every phone I've thrown at it -- it's easy to reposition the phone so the grips avoid the buttons. I currently use the suction version on a flat piece of trim near the top of the center console and it has never failed me. Solid as a rock.
I'm sure that mount is compatible with the pixel somehow, but doesn't it look as though that top flange is sitting right on the volume buttons?
Mr patel said:
Go for Encased Google Pixel XL Easy-dock Car Mount Holder. The holder is Compatible with the Google Pxiel and Pixel XL with or without a case.
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I'm trying to find a mount for the pixel and saw this on Amazon to. How long is the mount arm? I have an SUV (Durango) so I think I would need a pretty long arm but I can't find any mounts that won't cover the pixels volume buttons but also have a long arm :/
This magnetic one pushes onto the vents. I've been using it for a few months.
https://www.napaonline.com/napa/en/p/BK_UNISPH01MVM/BK_UNISPH01MVM
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TheBadBen said:
This magnetic one pushes onto the vents. I've been using it for a few months.
https://www.napaonline.com/napa/en/p/BK_UNISPH01MVM/BK_UNISPH01MVM
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Any issues with the magnet not being strong enough? Ever have the phone drop when traveling on a bumpy road?
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Any issues with the magnet not being strong enough? Ever have the phone drop when traveling on a bumpy road?
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I'd guess it would depend on the thickness of the case, but I haven't had any problems so far.
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If anyone is still looking, the Proclip for the Pixel (and XL) is available now. I ordered one a week or two ago and the mount for my 4Runner. I like it. I got just the mount without the cable/charger. The clip for my car is actually really nice too - I didn't even bother uncovering its adhesive as it stays pretty well without it.
I like that it has the tilt/swivel. It's in nearly the same position I had with an actual vent fin clip mount. And I like that I can just set it in the mount with one hand. It's basically just a slot you slide it down into. I had a spring mount previously that I was able to barely get in with one hand, but it was awkward.
This one is also covered in some sort of felt-like material. And not just the slot that the phone sits into - the front and back of the mount are covered in it.
Some photos:
http://i.imgur.com/XB0KSE9.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/3u2qpGH.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/j4oCwN0.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/xe3Du0X.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/gsbeeC5.jpg
Also - if you're looking to buy, I was able to find a 10% off coupon via Google that saved a couple $$ - which is good if you're buying the piece for your car and the actual mount.
Yup proclip is the way to go. Like I said in the beginning of the thread I've been using the same holder for years with no issues.
my iOttie onetouch 3 seems to hold it well with a case on it it. I think the case lifts it just enough so the side grips don't touch the volume down button.
I was really impressed with Cygnett MagMount 360 Magnetic Dash and Window Car mount when I brought it with the phone without even doing any research not knowing if it's going to fit Pixel or hold its device well. Surprisely it does do a great job holding the Pixel phone magnetically without any troubles or fuss of cables being in the way. Nicely compact, easy and durable. I highly recommend it. [emoji5]
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Mount this mobile phone holder to a smooth surface like a windscreen and it stays in place
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Your phone can be used in either landscape or portrait position
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