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I have been looking around for a sturdy phone holder that suctions to the car windshield to hold my phone when I am using google maps and gps. I have seen quite a few but Im just wondering if anyone has had experience with any in particular.
THanks
Im looking on-line for the same thing.
If and when i find one, i'll post back.
Cool. Thanks Mikey. I'll keep looking too.
I bought this suction cup for the windshield, I LOVE IT!!!
Worth the money!!
Told you i'll report back
Hello. I'm in Florida and have purchased a few different windshield mounts that well i paid 19.99 and it was JUNK. Granted this was from all the local places. Usually the heat just warps the suction cup and poof no good anymore. Have you noticed if this is happening with yours?
Mikey1022 said:
I bought this suction cup for the windshield, I LOVE IT!!!
Worth the money!!
Told you i'll report back
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Thanks bro. I just bought the same one. Looking forward to it!
haha, this is definitely a safety measure while driving and then we have a navigation machine as well. i love it!
does it block the mini usb port for charging though? i want to get one but don't want it blocking car charger since battery life sucks
best,
hbguy
tboom8669 said:
Hello. I'm in Florida and have purchased a few different windshield mounts that well i paid 19.99 and it was JUNK. Granted this was from all the local places. Usually the heat just warps the suction cup and poof no good anymore. Have you noticed if this is happening with yours?
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Since i bought this time of year, not yet.
Although i never had an issue with the sun and suction cups on any kind in part of the region.
hbguy said:
haha, this is definitely a safety measure while driving and then we have a navigation machine as well. i love it!
does it block the mini usb port for charging though? i want to get one but don't want it blocking car charger since battery life sucks
best,
hbguy
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No it does not block any of the side keys or the mini usb ports on the bottom.
Mikey1022 said:
I bought this suction cup for the windshield, I LOVE IT!!!
Worth the money!!
Told you i'll report back
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Can you rotate and use it Horizontally? For the occasional MP4 TV shows...
Remember California limited windsheild mount items (that were totallly banned before, but everyone was doing it and cops were not enforcing it) to the lower left corner only I think a 5"x5" area (so they can give tickets to center mount items now! so watch out!)
Mikey1022 said:
I bought this suction cup for the windshield, I LOVE IT!!!
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By the way, why did it go from $20.94 to $28.16?? because the picture changed? its the same item!! I bought one of these suction cup things with custom mount/quadhook for a MIO GPS for $9.99 shipped and it was a very quality built. This one sounds like its triple priced item.
I got mine. I paid about $20 for it and it looks pretty sturdy. I stuck it to the windshield yesterday evening and locked it in place. When I got in this monring, it had fallen off. I will clean the glass placement area, wet the suction cup and retry.
I did set my phone in it and go for a drive. It can hold the phone in portrait and landscape...good with auto-rotate. Overall, I like it.
I just can't trust them. Mine always seems to fall off.
Maybe a vent clip would end my worries?
Mine never has fallen off. like i said i love this one.
For the ones that keeep falling off, try moistening slightly the cup before you stick it to the windshield.
brooklynite said:
Can you rotate and use it Horizontally? For the occasional MP4 TV shows...
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Yes you can.
Mikey1022 said:
Mine never has fallen off. like i said i love this one.
For the ones that keeep falling off, try moistening slightly the cup before you stick it to the windshield.
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Yeah, I actually mixed a little water with dish soap and made a slippery mix. Then I put the soapy mix on the suction cup and stuck it to the windshield. So far, its sticking.
xavier6303 said:
Yeah, I actually mixed a little water with dish soap and made a slippery mix. Then I put the soapy mix on the suction cup and stuck it to the windshield. So far, its sticking.
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It fell off again yesterday. This is getting to be a pain in the but. Maybe I will buy some type of epoxy and put a few small dabs on the cup. Anyone got any ideas?
Return it for a new one??
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Return it for a new one??
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Hahah. I think Ill just keep it an figure out a way to make it work..
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Hahah. I think Ill just keep it an figure out a way to make it work..
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Nailgun
--M
I been using my GPS suction mount. It make a great stand and it also work for holding the g tablet with one hand. Oh, and it's cheap.
See this thread for pics:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=10099907&postcount=10
Oh, and can be picked up at Best Buy or amazon.
Cheap option: $10
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0..._m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1R0XVJJ2GGEEDQBQD4N3
A little more adjustable option: $12
http://www.amazon.com/GARMIN-010-10823-03-Adjustable-Suction-Cup/dp/B0012MJXXA
Thats an excellent idea!! Thanks for that, I was using a picture frame holder, but I like this better.
[email protected] said:
Thats an excellent idea!! Thanks for that, I was using a picture frame holder, but I like this better.
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Glad you found it useful. It's made my tablet much more enjoyable.
My dock just arrived, but I like this for when the docks not needed (charging, HDMI out, ethernet). the dock has a fixed angle. I can muve the suction cup up or down and modify the angle as I like or the situation dictates.
$1 wire picture frame holder from walmart. Works great and was really cheap.
jasco13 said:
$1 wire picture frame holder from walmart. Works great and was really cheap.
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yup, thats exactly what I did, works great.
I have been using one made for the Ipad by Targus. Its a little clear acryllic plastic peice that allows for 45 degree viewing and 80 degree viewing for Portrait mode as a reader. It was only 15 bucks at Micro center.
http://www.google.com/products/catalog?hl=en&biw=1707&bih=787&q=Ipad+Stand+Targus&um=1&ie=UTF-8&cid=5638337552270977208&ei=klsfTffqGo64sQO7_di4Cg&sa=X&oi=product_catalog_result&ct=result&resnum=4&ved=0CEIQ8wIwAw#
Suction Cup Stand
Tried this out for myself and it works great.
Thanks for the idea.
Local Target had the Garmin ones for $12.... wish Ihad picked it up.
I wouldn't want to be around when you're carrying it around with one hand and that suction cup lets go...
festivus said:
I wouldn't want to be around when you're carrying it around with one hand and that suction cup lets go...
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If you lok at the picture you might notice I don't just grab the holder. My hand is under the tablet with my thumb or fingers around it. I can comfortably hold it with one hand this way.
As a stand, even if the suction cups came loose, it would be a big deal.
If left on for a long time eventually they will come loose. I only put it on when I'm using it and it if fairly sturdy. But yes... due care is in order.
I bought a garmin suction cup holder on e-bay for $ 6 delivered. Works perfectly!
Great idea.
Getting mine from ebay as well, $3, that's crazy.
Been wracking my brain trying to come up with some sort of stand i liked, and this was it, great idea.
I have the carbon covering on the back. I'm suspecting the suction won't work, anyone can confirm? Thanks.
pc2828 said:
I have the carbon covering on the back. I'm suspecting the suction won't work, anyone can confirm? Thanks.
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I have the same covering and no it will not hold suction.
Do you think that one of these things would be sturdy enough to hold during a car ride? Im contemplating using my old GPS suction mount as an alternative as you recommended.... My idea would be to have the side that is used usually on the GPS to be screwed into existing holes in my car.... I have a fairly comfortable non-bumpy ride (Yukon) so, it's got me thinking....
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Do you think that one of these things would be sturdy enough to hold during a car ride? Im contemplating using my old GPS suction mount as an alternative as you recommended.... My idea would be to have the side that is used usually on the GPS to be screwed into existing holes in my car.... I have a fairly comfortable non-bumpy ride (Yukon) so, it's got me thinking....
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Hummm... It may, at least for a while.
Honestly there is a change it would lose suction at some point and end up falling. So it's up to you.
Ive ordered some of the carbon fiber for the back of the tablet, im just concidering that if im going to stick this carbon fiber on the back, perhaps i could maybe put a hole in it and incert some sort of bracket, or clip, that i could connect a mount or stand too, if the gtab had some sort of connection on the back, even if it was just some sort of sleeve for a mount to slid into, would make it easy to make a stand, and have some sort of car mount, what do you guys think about this idea ?
i don't have anything on the back of my tab, but can't get the suction cup to stay more than a few minutes. are you using something to hold it in place other than suction?
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i don't have anything on the back of my tab, but can't get the suction cup to stay more than a few minutes. are you using something to hold it in place other than suction?
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Nope... Just the suction cup.
Maybe you have a bad suction cup. Male sure it clean.Wipe both surfaces with a damp cloth.
Another universal stand that works great with tablet
Link: http://cgi.ebay.com/IPAD-ST-Univers...412?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item35af09a474
I bought this for $12 here
http://www.buy.com/prod/car-windshield-holder-mount-for-apple-ipad-black/q/loc/101/216827479.html
Here are my Pics and so far this thing is sooo sturdy and it does not budge at all. I have tried it in both of my cars and its FANTASTIC!!!!
lmfao you drive a G35 too?
Not 100% certain but I think it's illegal to have something like that mounted on your windshield in California.
I am a cop in SC and its def not illegal here. Its also not in my field of vision so its absolutely perfect! best mount yet!
How does it hold up in hot weather or rain?
My GPS falls off (usually with a good bump or pothole), even with a clean surface.
I have all but given up on suction cups.
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How does it hold up in hot weather or rain?
My GPS falls off (usually with a good bump or pothole), even with a clean surface.
I have all but given up on suction cups.
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The secret to that is to wet the suction cup and make sure no bubbles (look from outside).
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How does it hold up in hot weather or rain?
My GPS falls off (usually with a good bump or pothole), even with a clean surface.
I have all but given up on suction cups.
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I have a Infinti G35 coupe and a Infiniti FX35 suv and I have honesly taken potholes and crazy driving with this thing attached to my windshield and it has held up like a CHAMP! this suction cup feels like its industrial strength. I am seriously impressed and for $12 it was the cheapest risk i could take. I def give my two thumbs up!
Looks interesting, may give it a try
Extend the mounting arm - suggestions?
I have the same (or very similar) mount I purchased from Wit-Global. My auto (Kia Sportage) has a windshield that doesn't support a good placement of the gtablet and still be able to see out the windshield safely. I would like to extend the bar that links the suction cup to the actual holder and bring it down to the position in front of my air vents. I would even try to stabilize the holder with zip ties to the vents in case of accidental suction dismount (the cold weather tends to drop the suction cup of my GPS unit off constantly although I have been riding around with the suction cup adhered for weeks albeit with no weight on the suction cup).
I thought about using some threaded rod to create the length and bend but I am concerned about the possibility that in an accident, the rod would become a missile and possible impale any back seat passengers (highly unlikely but since my kids sometime ride back there and now that I've thought of it ....). Any suggestions for a bendable solution? It would need to attach somehow to the ball connection on the bracket.
I may actually defer to the cupholder mount in another post but again I may need to bend the rod back toward the windshield. Maybe the clamps could fit on a bent piece of flat stock. Rigid, able to carry the weight of the gtablet.
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I bought this for $12 here
http://www.buy.com/prod/car-windshield-holder-mount-for-apple-ipad-black/q/loc/101/216827479.html
Here are my Pics and so far this thing is sooo sturdy and it does not budge at all. I have tried it in both of my cars and its FANTASTIC!!!!
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I know where you are! I used to live off Harrison Bridge Rd in Simpsonville and worked at Heritage Park Amphitheater. I live in Charleston now.
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I have the same (or very similar) mount I purchased from Wit-Global. My auto (Kia Sportage) has a windshield that doesn't support a good placement of the gtablet and still be able to see out the windshield safely. I would like to extend the bar that links the suction cup to the actual holder and bring it down to the position in front of my air vents. I would even try to stabilize the holder with zip ties to the vents in case of accidental suction dismount (the cold weather tends to drop the suction cup of my GPS unit off constantly although I have been riding around with the suction cup adhered for weeks albeit with no weight on the suction cup).
I thought about using some threaded rod to create the length and bend but I am concerned about the possibility that in an accident, the rod would become a missile and possible impale any back seat passengers (highly unlikely but since my kids sometime ride back there and now that I've thought of it ....). Any suggestions for a bendable solution? It would need to attach somehow to the ball connection on the bracket.
I may actually defer to the cupholder mount in another post but again I may need to bend the rod back toward the windshield. Maybe the clamps could fit on a bent piece of flat stock. Rigid, able to carry the weight of the gtablet.
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If you google "diy gorilla pod," and scan through the tutorials, I think you will find what you are looking for.
what maps do you have installed? is there a gps solution for this?
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what maps do you have installed? is there a gps solution for this?
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I am using a TomTom Bluetooth GPS with Co-Pilot and BlueGPS.
How well is it held in from sliding out, basically if you take a hard corner will it move?
Yeah this thing would be a great GPS if out of the way like that. I suppose I should think about picking up a receiver. I see the TomTom but that's around $200 as opposed to many other $50-$100 solutions.
Any good reviews or topics on GPS connection with this device? Just wanna know the stability of the two. Found various topics about connecting the two but nothing that reviews specific devices.
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Not 100% certain but I think it's illegal to have something like that mounted on your windshield in California.
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Most states traffic laws forbid you to have anything at all except your rearview mirror mounted on your windshield. Most cops will let it slide with things like air freshener hanging on your rearview or regular size gps unit. But something like that will definitely get you in trouble. Hint: someone very close to me is an LEO.
That said, suction cups are not very reliable. I've had several fall off even with clean surface. I stay away from suction cups now.
I have a gps in my car. I put velcro to stick it right above the radio. No obstruction of view. May be you guys should do the same too iff you want to use this as your gps.
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Yeah this thing would be a great GPS if out of the way like that. I suppose I should think about picking up a receiver. I see the TomTom but that's around $200 as opposed to many other $50-$100 solutions.
Any good reviews or topics on GPS connection with this device? Just wanna know the stability of the two. Found various topics about connecting the two but nothing that reviews specific devices.
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If you search the internet these standalone TomTom (and some other very, very similar) GPS bluetooth devices can be had for $35 or less. (Got mine for $15 at the time). That said it is not exactly plug and play and turn on and go like my dedicated GPS unit. But that unit doesn't have 10 inch diagonal either.
Keep searching the forum for this topic. There are some detailed instructions for using the BT GPS device, mock locations, BlueGPS and Co-Pilot as well as the voice components required (I am using VOX and an English voice, Victoria??? that I also purchased). It wasn't too difficult, other than purchasing the Co-Pilot from the market place, and then getting the settings correct including the enabling of mock locations and using a new voice engine (not sure it is required but sounds nicer). There were two files I needed beyond the voice file purchased from the market.
anjenaire said:
I have the same (or very similar) mount I purchased from Wit-Global. My auto (Kia Sportage) has a windshield that doesn't support a good placement of the gtablet and still be able to see out the windshield safely. I would like to extend the bar that links the suction cup to the actual holder and bring it down to the position in front of my air vents. I would even try to stabilize the holder with zip ties to the vents in case of accidental suction dismount (the cold weather tends to drop the suction cup of my GPS unit off constantly although I have been riding around with the suction cup adhered for weeks albeit with no weight on the suction cup).
I thought about using some threaded rod to create the length and bend but I am concerned about the possibility that in an accident, the rod would become a missile and possible impale any back seat passengers (highly unlikely but since my kids sometime ride back there and now that I've thought of it ....). Any suggestions for a bendable solution? It would need to attach somehow to the ball connection on the bracket.
I may actually defer to the cupholder mount in another post but again I may need to bend the rod back toward the windshield. Maybe the clamps could fit on a bent piece of flat stock. Rigid, able to carry the weight of the gtablet.
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I ended up taking a short cut and purchased a bean bag for my dash that fits the suction cup. That places the gtab infront of my vents below the dash about 80% and doesn't block the visibilty. A few miles of test drives and so far the suction cup has held and doesn't lurch through corners. There is some left to right motion caused by the ball joint, but overall no up and down motion and the left to right is limited. It is enough that I have to reach over and turn it back to face me. I may snake some release-able zip ties through the vent and the bracket to provide some further stability and secondary hold for the gtab. I am only hesitant in that I want to be able to remove it from the dashboard when I park the car (nothing says "smash my window" like a gps mount on the windshield or dashboard).
Overall I am pleased with the suction mount. I recommend attaching it to a beanbag mount ($19 from Sears) if you are concerned about it popping of the windshield (one could even glue it to the beanbag I supposed to really lock it together. May I will come up with a velcro solution to stabalize the unit against the air vents.
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If you search the internet these standalone TomTom (and some other very, very similar) GPS bluetooth devices can be had for $35 or less. (Got mine for $15 at the time). That said it is not exactly plug and play and turn on and go like my dedicated GPS unit. But that unit doesn't have 10 inch diagonal either.
Keep searching the forum for this topic. There are some detailed instructions for using the BT GPS device, mock locations, BlueGPS and Co-Pilot as well as the voice components required (I am using VOX and an English voice, Victoria??? that I also purchased). It wasn't too difficult, other than purchasing the Co-Pilot from the market place, and then getting the settings correct including the enabling of mock locations and using a new voice engine (not sure it is required but sounds nicer). There were two files I needed beyond the voice file purchased from the market.
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Can you possibly supply a link because I cannot find anything even remotely in that price range. All my searches are turning up things in the + $100.00 range.
Thanks
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Can you possibly supply a link because I cannot find anything even remotely in that price range. All my searches are turning up things in the + $100.00 range.
Thanks
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=847936&page=3
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002CN33HA/ultragps-20/
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000GWGHOK/ultragps-20/
I think the TomTom is being jacked up because of us tablet owners. I think the above liinks will still work (top is a detailed thread) and then look at some other units. The SB-369: Gosget SB-369 Bluetooth GPS Receiver unit is identical to my om 9T00.001. Also look for 1T50.080 which is a complete kit (also discontinued) that includes the BT receiver.
just wondering if any of you have seen these
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/CAR-KIT-DUAL...ccessories&hash=item2564c23c0a#ht_1923wt_1106
or
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Dual-Suction...ccessories&hash=item1c1c85d153#ht_2069wt_1106
what do you guys think about that?
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Edit: Along with this~
http://www.ebay.com/itm/BRACKETRON-GPS-CUP-HOLDER-MOUNT-NEW-/200627885598#ht_1152wt_873
I bought the breffo spiderpodium tablet, works a treat no suction cup mount but can be used for many things - stand, vent mount, etc etc. Google it sorry new member so can't post links yet. Just wish the fingers where a touch longer as it is more aimed at Ipads I think but still works fine.
Suction cups give me fear of my tablet face diving onto the gear shifter or the floor and breaking said face, lol.
i tried looking at the once that holds on to the vent but my car doesn't really have that kinda slot for it + the vents are the once that are a circle so not many mounts holds on those properly (not that i found @[email protected])
and if i put it where my audio deck is, it blocks my shifter and i drive a manual car which could cause a slight problem
VannMann said:
Suction cups give me fear of my tablet face diving onto the gear shifter or the floor and breaking said face, lol.
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Yeah I wouldn't trust my TF to a couple of suction cups.
I've struggled to find a phone holder that works well with the size of my note 3 in a Trident Kraken AMS case.
This one however is inexpensive and works well http://www.wilko.com/car-accessories/rockland-mp3sat-nav-holder/invt/0345172?VBMST=car phone holder
I thought I'd post it up in case it helps anyone.
Joe
joebongo said:
I've struggled to find a phone holder that works well with the size of my note 3 in a Trident Kraken AMS case.
This one however is inexpensive and works well http://www.wilko.com/car-accessories/rockland-mp3sat-nav-holder/invt/0345172?VBMST=car phone holder
I thought I'd post it up in case it helps anyone.
Joe
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Looks okay but I prefer the imagnet...
I love ProClip's holders. You select the custom mount for your car, and then the custom mount for you phone. I've owned several brands of custom clips throughout the years, and I've never been happier.
https://www.proclipusa.com/
Doug
After having tried several car mounts, I have come to a point where I do not want any snake-type car mount - the ones with extensible, adjustable arm ... with time, and car vibrations, they do not really stick in place, and dangle around a little bit.
Lately I happened to pick a glass screen cover from xtreme guard where they offered promotional Flozu car mount + a 90% discount coupon ... at the end, it was really a deal for the both of them..
I have been using the flozu mount since around 1 month now, very solid, top notch. secure suction locking mechanism, seems to hold much stronger to the windshield than my previous ones. The absense of the extensible arm made it VERY stable in terms of vibration and permanent "dangle" . It holds my note 3 firmly (not strongly) between its pliers, and manipulating the plier to open it is very easy - not complicated spring-loaded buttons to press - which get worse with time - which you see on other models. Seriously recommend.
Here is the link to the Flozu mount:
http://www.xtremeguard.com/product-p/car-mount-flozu.htm
mine came today (Flozu mount), fairly quick standard shipping delivery. I expect it'll do a very good job. At first I thought it was rather pricey ($49.99 USD) but then the 75% off discount code appeared -- can't find anything decent in the stores for $12.75! easy to mount to the windshield, nice firm grip of my unprotected S3 (countdown to upgrade: 3days). I'll update after having used it awhile.
Rick
I use mountek products. one of the most stable products to use by locking it in your cd slot or between the dash crevices. Great as some states may not allow suction cup mount on glass.
http://www.mountek.com/shop/
Airframe+
I use the Kenu Airframe+. Mounts in the vent and holds really well. Also works as a kick stand since it's small and you can carry it around with you with you're not in the car.
Best mounting system I've ever owned, but it's not cheap.
https://www.proclipusa.com/
Doug
I use this holder for my Note 3. Its been good for a year now and cheap.
Can twist it for landscape or portrait and can hold any phone as most of us use cases on our phones it will fit any phone... One problem is your car will need to have strong vents and not too deep directors inside as the back will need to grip onto those.
EBay number item number 311275702025 check can't post link as I'm a new member.
Masik v6.0 lollipop Note 3 N9005
I just bought my second one of these. Super sturdy and the suction cup has a gooey material on it that literally will stick to just about anything!
second this!
ickensai said:
I use mountek products. one of the most stable products to use by locking it in your cd slot or between the dash crevices. Great as some states may not allow suction cup mount on glass.
http://www.mountek.com/shop/
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I've had this mount for around 2 years and I love it! 2 of my friends got it after they saw mine.
I hardly ever use my CD changer but it still functions normally if you do.
In my car it puts the phone in the perfect place. Here's a few pictures of it in my car so you know how it looks.
Hello
In the past I used only phone specific holders like proclip. Works fine but expensive. Now the kids want to use the car too so I changed to an universal holder.
Now I use http://www.rammount.com/part/RAM-HOL-UN7BU
Fits the s4 mini and my Note 3 too.
Besides the holder you'l need:
Ball base http://www.rammount.com/part/RAM-B-202U
Arm: http://www.rammount.com/part/RAM-B-201U-A (various lengths available).
Not cheap but you by it once.
joebongo said:
I've struggled to find a phone holder that works well with the size of my note 3 in a Trident Kraken AMS case.
This one however is inexpensive and works well http://www.wilko.com/car-accessories/rockland-mp3sat-nav-holder/invt/0345172?VBMST=car phone holder
I thought I'd post it up in case it helps anyone.
Joe
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I got a simple silicon mat on ebay - sticks like glue to the dash and you can just slap the phone on it (gently) and it sticks even on bumpy roads. And if it gets dusty you can just wash it in water - works brilliantly and cost me about $5
Looks a little like these but the 'bumps' aren't so noticeable on mine.
ProClip
I've used ProClip mounts in two different trucks with three different phones. I wouldn't use anything else. You buy the mount in two pieces - one piece for the vehicle, that's specific to the vehicle, and where in the vehicle you want to mount the phone. It has tabs that insert into the existing seams of your car's interior. No drilling, no bolts to unscrew, a very clean installation. The other piece you buy for the phone (or tablet, or GPS unit). They have many phone mounts each designed to fit a specific phone - as long as you don't have a case on it. They also have phone mounts that are more universal in nature for those that use a case. Any of the phone mounts will attach to any of the vehicle mounts.
It's expensive - each piece has cost me between $35 and $40, so around $75 when you first buy the system. But if you get a new phone, you only have to replace the phone mount. If you get a new car, you only have to replace the vehicle mount.
It's a premium mount. It holds your phone firmly in place, and it's a clean , professional looking installation. I think it's worth the cost.
For my Note 3, I've been using the Exogear ExoMount Touch -http://www.exogear.com/products-exomount-touch-one-touch-car-mount-holder.html . The reusable adhesive pad works surprisingly well and it is a cinch putting in and taking out my Note 3, even in my Urban Armor Gear case. Simply put the phone into the mount and the arms snap close around the device, and to remove I just press the release buttons. Easy in, easy out.
The one issue I had was one one occasion the tightening nut cracking, but I think that was as a result of me carelessly over-tightening on one occasion. The company quickly sent me a free replacement, however.
Journyman16 said:
I got a simple silicon mat on ebay - sticks like glue to the dash and you can just slap the phone on it (gently) and it sticks even on bumpy roads. And if it gets dusty you can just wash it in water - works brilliantly and cost me about $5
Looks a little like these but the 'bumps' aren't so noticeable on mine.
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Had this kind of things, but last summer, they melted, and left mark on dashboard :/ couldn't clean, now you can see it, so beware of the heat/sun
Ps2004 said:
Had this kind of things, but last summer, they melted, and left mark on dashboard :/ couldn't clean, now you can see it, so beware of the heat/sun
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Not sure where you are, but mine's been through some pretty hot days with the car parked in the sun and no problems. Silicon shouldn't melt - it melts around 1400ºC - if your car is getting that hot you'd have to be approaching the Sun I think. Maybe yours was plastic?
Just check my history on dx.com, and yes, it seems you were right, it was PVC, must say I didn't check that as it said made for car dashboard.
Anyway, just be careful what you buy.
Oeps said:
Hello
In the past I used only phone specific holders like proclip. Works fine but expensive. Now the kids want to use the car too so I changed to an universal holder.
Now I use http://www.rammount.com/part/RAM-HOL-UN7BU
Fits the s4 mini and my Note 3 too.
Besides the holder you'l need:
Ball base http://www.rammount.com/part/RAM-B-202U
Arm: http://www.rammount.com/part/RAM-B-201U-A (various lengths available).
Not cheap but you by it once.
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I second the RAM mounts. I use the cupholder version, then the ball arm, and the X clip. I can even swap out the attachment with my medium/large RAM holder that fits a nexus 7, or my large holder that fits an ipad air. Ram mounts aren't cheap, but they're versatile and built to last. I'll never need to buy another mount system again, unless I find a really oddball device in the future and need a new attachment for the Ram.
I finally found the perfect mount for my taste. Universal + with charge function.
http://www.1a-pc-shop.de/shop/hr-30417-universal-smartphone-charging-dock.html
You cand adjust the x and the z axis of the power connector holder at the bottom. There are 5 adapters included for different cables. Works very well with my usb 3.0 car charger. Silicon case no problem.
Now I just slide in the Note 3 and it charges. And this should work for many devices to come.