Hi,
Getting tired from the Chinese mount and looking to buy a good solid one.
If you can please give me some recommended ones ׂׂ(prefer the regular - not magnetic) i will be thankful for that.
iOttie
Koomus
Ppyple
???
Mountek are also good...but too big, dont u think?
But maybe they still the best choice?
As you can notice, I already make a research.
Looks like there a lot for up to 5.5" devices BUT hardly NOTHING for devices such as the N6.
Thanks very much!
Try Brodit.
They are not for a cd-slot, but they have a system for each car (ventilation clips/anglemount/cupholder) an they use the same color as the interior so it looks like stock.
Go to http://www.brodit.com/brodit.html, select phone (Motorola Nexus 6 obvious) note down the id of the head you like (active holder 2A charging = 513704).
Then select your car and note down the id of the base and find the cheapest seller somewhere in your country.
In my case E61 BMW 530d anglemount http://www.brodit.com/product.html?id=853283&pn=&brand=BMW&model=520-545/M5 E60, E61&year=2010
shabydog said:
Hi,
Getting tired from the Chinese mount and looking to buy a good solid one.
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Suggestion - flexible case mod and a neodymium a magnet. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=38969143#post38969143
Note: the Nexus 6 has a built in magnet sensor, behind the M logo, that sensor switches of the display.
When using a magnet system, the position of the magnet must be below the M logo.
@homer667
@NLBeev
Thanks very much for the info'!
But i dont want it on the dash or on the front pane.
At the end I bought 2 models (1 regular and 1 magnet):
http://www.amazon.com/Universal-Installation-Smartphone-Samsung-BlackBerry/dp/B00VEAF6SG
http://www.amazon.com/TechMatte-Magnetic-Universal-Smartphones-including/dp/B00V54LQO4
P.S:
Where can I buy a SLIM strong magnet so it wont make problems using a case and so on?
Thanks again!
shabydog said:
Where can I buy a SLIM strong magnet so it wont make problems using a case and so on?
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Google 'neodymium magnet' or eBay.
The neodymium magnets are strong. For my N6 I use a round neodymium of 25mm x 3 mm.
Such a type is needed because of the weight of an N6.
I am using a cheap ultra thin case with a metal ring fixed with superglue. Because the back of the N6 is not flat, you have to manipulate the metal at the back (bowing).
The magnet is glued on the dashboard with double sided tape. There is tape that can be removed without damaging the dashboard.
In practice I am using two cases. One modded for use in the car and a clean one for normal use.
The ultra thin cases are easier to remove than the so called hard cases.
@NLBeev
Tnx for all the info'!
But I already ordered a CD Car Mount(2 models) and I just want a thin magnet for the 1 model that works with magnet.
Do you know if 1 "Strong Neodymium magnet" of 10x10x1mm would handle it?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Strong-Neod...hash=item46459babd5:m:mVA5mwnN61pD9cP_fsMJtFA
Thank you!
shabydog said:
@NLBeev
Do you know if 1 "Strong Neodymium magnet" of 10x10x1mm would handle it?
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10x10x1mm neodymium magnet is NOT Strong enough to hold the weight of a Nexus 6.
Because the back of the N6 is NOT you need a much stronger magnet. Probably 25x25x5mm.
Found this one:
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Meta..._1&btsid=70d9c83b-f629-402c-8186-e64bf5b29853
shabydog said:
Found this one:
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Meta..._1&btsid=70d9c83b-f629-402c-8186-e64bf5b29853
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The metal plate could be OK. Before mounting/glueing you need to mod it so that is fits perfectly the round back of the N6.
I bought the 'ball' magnet holder that's in the link. This magnet system did not work well with my N6. Because the metal must be fixed 5 mm or more below the M-logo. The N6 did not stay in a stable position.
NLBeev said:
This magnet system did not work well with my N6. Because the metal must be fixed 5 mm or more below the M-logo. The N6 did not stay in a stable position.
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What about put it on the case and not on the device itself?
Thanks!
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What about put it on the case and not on the device itself?
Thanks!
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I always glued the metal on the outside of the case. Using superglue and pressure.
When you want the metal in the inside (as shown on the picture). Do some trial and error by fixing the metal temporarily at the inside of the case with transparent tape. The width of that tape must be about 5 cm.
I have just done some testing with a very powerful vent mount thing (has 4 tiny neo mags in it) and if you get too close to the M logo it definitely sleeps it. As long as you are careful though, it can work.
The magnets are just not strong enough to grip the metal plate THROUGH a case due to the sheer weight of this beast.
I am probably going to go with Gorilla Gluing the plate to the outside of the case and pop the phone out of the case when I leave the car.
Shame that Juicy Case doesn't make a N6 case. The one I got from them for my G3 has a built-in magnet that works WITH the vent mount one to secure it VERY well.
In fact, the magnet in the case would stick the phone to the refrigerator or a file cabinet easily!.
Just received my Mountek Grip+, it's the last phone mount I'll need as long as the car has a CD player.
https://youtu.be/bJ4Y__RGWh0
The clamps go wide enough to hold tablets!
@sman789
Mountek are great.
But I didnt understand why they started a campaign in Indiegogo.
It's not delivers something we didn't knew about the older model.
Just the gel pads and that it can holds even a tablets.
I started using the Car Mount TechMatte MagGrip CD Slot Magnetic
It holds up the Nexus 6 great!
shabydog said:
@sman789
Mountek are great.
But I didnt understand why they started a campaign in Indiegogo.
It's not delivers something we didn't knew about the older model.
Just the gel pads and that it can holds even a tablets.
I started using the Car Mount TechMatte MagGrip CD Slot Magnetic
It holds up the Nexus 6 great!
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How exactly are you using the magnet mount with the 6? I have the Mountek Snap from the previous Indiegogo campaign as well as various magnetic mounts. No matter what case and magnet add on I used, the curvature of the Nexus 6 made it extremely unstable.
sman789 said:
How exactly are you using the magnet mount with the 6? the curvature of the Nexus 6 made it extremely unstable.
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I using the metal that came with the mount .
Located it on the "M" sign, underneath the camera and putted the case on.
Looks like that on the roads it completly fine.
I doknow about off-roads.
Bought a spiderpodium for mine.
http://www.breffo.com/pages/spiderpodium
shabydog said:
@homer667
@NLBeev
Thanks very much for the info'!
But i dont want it on the dash or on the front pane.
At the end I bought 2 models (1 regular and 1 magnet):
http://www.amazon.com/Universal-Installation-Smartphone-Samsung-BlackBerry/dp/B00VEAF6SG
http://www.amazon.com/TechMatte-Magnetic-Universal-Smartphones-including/dp/B00V54LQO4
P.S:
Where can I buy a SLIM strong magnet so it wont make problems using a case and so on?
Thanks again!
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Hey dog! I'll share with you my experience with this: http://www.amazon.com/Universal-Installation-Smartphone-Samsung-BlackBerry/dp/B00VEAF6SG
It will NOT hold the weight of the N6 in the long run. I have one that I had to modify with screws to properly support the weight after the stops or 'clicks' inside the holder wear out. I'll post pics later on tonight.
The best Mount you cab get is Ram Mount just do a search in amazon. They are expensive but they will last and hold your phone securely.
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I see this thread is old, but if anyone has any input on the iottie mount please let me know. Thanks!
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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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In stock on November 2, 2013.
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Sad.. 1 out of stock, 2 no prime
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.
K.0.0.L. said:
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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tdgillihan said:
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
tdgillihan said:
What is the "magnetic one?
Sent from my TMO GN3
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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.
Has anyone found a good car mount for the LG G3 yet?
Randomacts said:
Has anyone found a good car mount for the LG G3 yet?
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Someone mentioned www.mountek.com
I'm tempted to purchase.
iazybandit said:
Someone mentioned www.mountek.com
I'm tempted to purchase.
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That looks like it is made for the iphones, not sure if it would fit.
iazybandit said:
Someone mentioned www.mountek.com
I'm tempted to purchase.
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Randomacts said:
That looks like it is made for the iphones, not sure if it would fit.
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The ngroove snap will work as its a metalish sticket you either put on your phone or inside the case or battery cover. Though, it will kill Qi. I returned mine on my last device due to this. Never tested NFC as I never use it. If you dont care about Qi and possibly NFC, then its a great buy. There is also http://www.kenu.com/products/airframe-plus that just came out. I will be ordering this in the near future.
Hmm my parents will be using QI so that is a no go..
Does the Tmobile version come with QI preinstalled?
Also my dad doesn't want a vent one most likely, he likes the window shield car mount or what ever you would call that.
Randomacts said:
That looks like it is made for the iphones, not sure if it would fit.
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No accessories these days are made for specific phones. No company will limit themselves to a specific model when they can cater to everyone with a universal model. It will work with iPhones, Androids and tablets. Don't judge by the images they post.
droidkevlar said:
The ngroove snap will work as its a metalish sticket you either put on your phone or inside the case or battery cover. Though, it will kill Qi. I returned mine on my last device due to this. Never tested NFC as I never use it. If you dont care about Qi and possibly NFC, then its a great buy. There is also http://www.kenu.com/products/airframe-plus that just came out. I will be ordering this in the near future.
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Randomacts said:
Hmm my parents will be using QI so that is a no go..
Does the Tmobile version come with QI preinstalled?
Also my dad doesn't want a vent one most likely, he likes the window shield car mount or what ever you would call that.
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They have more other than the snap version. If you want magnetic and sleek, thats the snap version. They have the grip which clamps the phone and does not use magnets
http://www.mountek.com/shop/cell-ph...al-cd-slot-mount-cell-phones-and-gps-devices/
Randomacts said:
Hmm my parents will be using QI so that is a no go..
Does the Tmobile version come with QI preinstalled?
Also my dad doesn't want a vent one most likely, he likes the window shield car mount or what ever you would call that.
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I have this one currently and works great. I used it first for my Note 3
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007FH716W/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&psc=1
droidkevlar said:
I have this one currently and works great. I used it first for my Note 3
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007FH716W/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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The new version of that one look kind of nice.
http://amazon.com/iOttie-Holder-Cradle-iPhone-Samsung/dp/B00JRGOKQ8/
Randomacts said:
The new version of that one look kind of nice.
http://amazon.com/iOttie-Holder-Cradle-iPhone-Samsung/dp/B00JRGOKQ8/
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I have this one and works great with the g3, even with a case on it. I love n Fla and it has not moved from my dash since putting it on, the auction cup is top notch!
Sent from my Black Lg G3
The Air Dock is the best right now. Magnetic mounts are great - very easy to quickly place and pick up your phone, and it has qi charging. It's expensive though.
I´ll try my "old" one witch I have used with the mi2, very strong magnetic connection, but I have to wait to get a back cover to fix the metal plate (the original back cover is too tight)
http://www.infiniappstands.com/
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I have this one and works great with the g3, even with a case on it. I love n Fla and it has not moved from my dash since putting it on, the auction cup is top notch!
Sent from my Black Lg G3
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I saw the video and I like that it attaches to the dash. But I have a few concerns..
1. The suction cup is sticky...does it get linty from dust and stuff?
2. Any marks on dash (if you have it on there) due to the sun and the suction on there? Like a discoloration?
iazybandit said:
Someone mentioned www.mountek.com
I'm tempted to purchase.
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I use this it works great.
I have the InfiniApps Magnetic stand and it works great. I'd be keeping it if I didn't want qi charging.
This is the one I used since Nexus. Still the best one on market.
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z09.2.9.336.4fNWdi&id=19923741183&_u=t5ljepda314
iazybandit said:
I saw the video and I like that it attaches to the dash. But I have a few concerns..
1. The suction cup is sticky...does it get linty from dust and stuff?
2. Any marks on dash (if you have it on there) due to the sun and the suction on there? Like a discoloration?
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I put the mount on my dash and have yet to take it off. I don't know if there is lint and if there is any discoloration. What I do know is the the mount is as sturdy as you can get. I had an oem Samsung mount that I would stick on the window, it is so hot down here in Florida that just about everyday, it would fall off and I would need to stick it to windshield again and again. This dock has yet to lose suction. Every other dock I have used would never stick to my dash without a 3m sticky plate that then the dock would sit on. Hth
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i use this one, it's awesome!
http://www.amazon.com/Universal-Sma...id=1406677302&sr=8-1&keywords=lg+g3+car+mount
iazybandit said:
I saw the video and I like that it attaches to the dash. But I have a few concerns..
1. The suction cup is sticky...does it get linty from dust and stuff?
2. Any marks on dash (if you have it on there) due to the sun and the suction on there? Like a discoloration?
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I just took mine off after having it on for 2 years in Virginia - so it had to deal with a lot of flex in temperatures and a ton of humidity, etc. There was a ring imprint on the dash (it's leather wrapped) for a few days but then it disappeared. I have no discoloration, but that is not mount dependent - the material of your dash is what matters as a lot of plastic ones will fade over time, and the part hidden from the sun won't. You also can simply rinse the suction cup in the faucet and then mount it somewhere else - just make sure to clean the dust off of the dash very well first.
I ordered the air dock because there is nothing else that is as fast and convenient as the InfinniApps magnet mounting dock with Qi charging. I tried opening up one of those circle Powerbots and adding magnets as a DIY but the entire thing was a coil - no wonder why it was impossible to not place the phone right - and there was no place to put the magnets where they'd work without stopping the charging.
flaring afro said:
The Air Dock is the best right now. Magnetic mounts are great - very easy to quickly place and pick up your phone, and it has qi charging. It's expensive though.
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I don't suppose you have seen anyone using this with a G3 and the NFC/Qi sticker yet? I would be worried that the back is too textured to work on its own, and the sticker not fitting over both antennae. If it does work, I will put it on my short list; I am going to wait and see how much the Tylt Vu Car Charger ends up being before I commit to anything else since I have had such good luck with my desktop charger from them.
Illrigger said:
I don't suppose you have seen anyone using this with a G3 and the NFC/Qi sticker yet? I would be worried that the back is too textured to work on its own, and the sticker not fitting over both antennae. If it does work, I will put it on my short list; I am going to wait and see how much the Tylt Vu Car Charger ends up being before I commit to anything else since I have had such good luck with my desktop charger from them.
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I'll let you know when mine comes in. But I'm using my InfinniApps mount right now and taped the metal plate over the qi/nfc sticker on the back cover and it sticks fine, and still charges on my Powerbot.
I've had a Proclip mount system for 8 years now, in 2 cars and with 5 phones now. The universal mount I'd had lasted through an iPhone 3GS, a Galaxy S2, a Nexus 4 and the Nexus 5. Unfortunately it couldn't accommodate the N6, so I purchased on of their larger ones which arrived today. It's pictured here with a naked N6, but will also work with the Spigen case I should be receiving Monday.
This is the one I bought --> http://goo.gl/tA2buI
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Thanks for the heads up. I was just thinking about this. I have the smaller universal mount, and it does fit with my Spigen Neo Hybrid, but JUST barely! I plan on getting a beefier case, so I need to get a bigger universal mount.
Thanks!
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Wow, I just measured. The Nexus 6 with a Spigen Neo Hybrid is nearly 3.5" wide. The Large Universal mount accomodates up to 3.5" wide. No love for a bigger case on the N6
PaisanNYC said:
Wow, I just measured. The Nexus 6 with a Spigen Neo Hybrid is nearly 3.5" wide. The Large Universal mount accomodates up to 3.5" wide. No love for a bigger case on the N6
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Be sure to check out some of their other large(r) universal mounts. They have some that'll accommodate larger cases.
Thanks for the heads up. I am in the same boat as you were in. Love the proclip and its worked on the last 3 phones I have had but N6 is just to wide for it.
I read on another thread that they are releasing a N6 specific model but would much rather just get this instead of waiting 2-3 months for it to come out.
Never had an proclip, could somebody explain how they work? I see on their site they have custom dash mounts for specific cars but can't figure out how the phone mount fits to the dash mount. Also, can it be easily taken out with 1 hand once all set up?
The phone mount screws into the car mount. I have also used their mounts for years but always the phone specific model that's hard wired. I like that it just pop out in and it charges no cord to plug in before I put it in the holder.
So it's is a 1 handed operation? I like the ram X mount but needing to use 2 hands is a drawback.
I have a universal phone mount attached to a car mount that attaches to the a-pillar of my driver's side. its easy one-handed to pop my phone in or out. Here are stock pictures of what I use:
I bought the proclip for my Garmin a few years back. It is awesome. Might have to look at one for my N6.
kingston73 said:
Never had an proclip, could somebody explain how they work? I see on their site they have custom dash mounts for specific cars but can't figure out how the phone mount fits to the dash mount. Also, can it be easily taken out with 1 hand once all set up?
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Its basically 2 parts. The car specific mount and then the phone mount. If you switch phones you can just get a new phone mount witch screws to your already in place car mount.
They are a bit more expensive but are rock solid and the mounts are custom designed for each car model.
If you switch holders from car to car like I do, their locking move clip system is awesome http://www.proclipusa.com/accessories/locking-move-clips/locking-move-clip-accessories.aspx
I had the same problem - long time ProClip user whose universal mount used for the Nexus 5 wasn't big enough to hold the new Nexus 6. I just took the holster apart, removed the swivel component that limits how wide the holster arms can expand, stuck it back with super glue, filed the edges and put it all back together. It works
They are running a sale right now too. Trying to decide if I should get the universal one or the Note 4 holder. N6 holder doesn't sound like it will be out for at least another month.
20% off with promo code 20THANKS
Ends Monday.
So with the universal mounts you don't get forward/backward movement of the phone? Do the sides squeeze enough to hold it in place or something even though the phone may be thinner than the slot in the mount?
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So with the universal mounts you don't get forward/backward movement of the phone? Do the sides squeeze enough to hold it in place or something even though the phone may be thinner than the slot in the mount?
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There is a little bit of movement (all of my phones have had some in their universal mounts), but it's still held firmly and doesn't move on it's own. With my Spigen Perfect-fit case it's actually a great fit.
I've always used the device specific ones that have an integrated charging cable. What do you folks do to handle charging in the car?
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I've always used the device specific ones that have an integrated charging cable. What do you folks do to handle charging in the car?
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I use this http://goo.gl/EyKKmg for charging.
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I've always used the device specific ones that have an integrated charging cable. What do you folks do to handle charging in the car?
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I'll bet this combination would work: a large universal thick holder with an anker ultra-slim wireless charging pad glued to it.
http://www.proclipusa.com/mobile-de...proclip-holder-t3-246831.cmsv?p_leftorright=0
http://smile.amazon.com/Anker-Ultra...TF8&qid=1417048965&sr=1-2&keywords=qi+charger
Can you tell me if there is 0.2 inches of space behind the phone in which to glue a wireless charger?
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Can you tell me if there is 0.2 inches of space behind the phone in which to glue a wireless charger?
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I don't have the phone, the mount, or the charger, so, no.
But according to the specs of all three, there is enough room. However, there may be a problem with the diameter of the charger. It may be slightly too large for the prongs of the mount to close all the way. That could probably be fixed by putting a little padding on the prongs, though.
I have been using the Mountek Snap 3 in my car for quite awhile now with my different phones, always putting the magnetic disk on the inside of a case of my phone so that it is hidden. It has worked great for me.
http://www.amazon.com/Mountek-nGroo...qid=1446848369&sr=8-1&keywords=mountek+snap+3
I know the Nexus 6P is substantially bigger than other phones I have had which might make it more difficult, but I was wondering if anyone had any success finding a case that worked with a magnetic mount for this phone. So far I have tried the Verus case, and it works but seems to slide around, so I'm sure a good bump in the road would knock it off. The Ringke Fusion case I did try and it doesn't work well with that either, although since it's a clear back the magnetic is visible which I don't want anyway. With the dimensions of this phone, there might not be a case that works well, but just wondering if anyone has had success, or found a way to improve the magnetic connection while still hiding the magnet inside the case. I'm not interested in putting the magnet on the outside of the case.
I was debating just getting a different mount, but really would like to keep this one if possible.
Any ideas would be greatly appreciated! Thanks,
-J
I'm using a Scosche Magic Mount, with the metal plate affixed to the outside of a verus case. Doesn't slide around at all. Totally rock solid.
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I'm using a Scosche Magic Mount, with the metal plate affixed to the outside of a verus case. Doesn't slide around at all. Totally rock solid.
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I appreciate the feedback, but I'm trying to put the magnet on the inside of a case though so it is hidden I'm personally not a fan of having it stick out on the outside.
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Just got the Adopted Case from Google today. A large (Scosche) magnet inside the case works great. No slipping when on the Mount.
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I use a ringke smoked tpu case inside the case and it works well. Even with half the metal disc works great
Do you have the mountek mount or a different one?
The Adopted case and the microfibre case works great with Mountek.
I too am looking for a case that supports putting the metal plate on the inside. There are too many cases that are clear (can see plate), all soft (thicker so plate is further from magnet), or have a non-smooth outside back (makes it further from the magnet).
I'm thinking it needs to be a hybrid case, especially if the hard part can be detached from the soft part so the metal can be sandwiched between (so closer to the magnetic mount). Maybe the JOTO Hybrid?
http://www.amazon.com/Nexus-6P-Case-Cushioned-Protective/dp/B016CKLJ38/
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BUT... I'm not sure if the hard part will fall off with the plate inside.
Spigen has the slim armor series BUT it's not available for the 6P (yet?).
Actually, Spigen recommends sticking the plate between 2-piece cases:
http://www.spigen.com/products/magnetic-air-vent-mount
Also, anyone have the magnet turning off the screen (the flip-cover magnetic sensor is suppose to be near the bottom of the phone)?
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I too am looking for a case that supports putting the metal plate on the inside. There are too many cases that are clear (can see plate), all soft (thicker so plate is further from magnet), or have a non-smooth outside back (makes it further from the magnet).
I'm thinking it needs to be a hybrid case, especially if the hard part can be detached from the soft part so the metal can be sandwiched between (so closer to the magnetic mount). Maybe the JOTO Hybrid?
http://www.amazon.com/Nexus-6P-Case-Cushioned-Protective/dp/B016CKLJ38/
BUT... I'm not sure if the hard part will fall off with the plate inside.
Spigen has the slim armor series BUT it's not available for the 6P (yet?).
Actually, Spigen recommends sticking the plate between 2-piece cases:
http://www.spigen.com/products/magnetic-air-vent-mount
Also, anyone have the magnet turning off the screen (the flip-cover magnetic sensor is suppose to be near the bottom of the phone)?
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Great idea! I like this idea best. I'm a little uneasy putting a metal plate directly onto my aluminum phone. I'm sure it would scratch or even worse, dent. The TPU under the hard shell should squish a bit. Enough for the plate to fit underneath I would think.
My idea was to plasti-dip the metal plate, but I still worry about it denting the phone.
Since the point of this thread is stick the plate inside the case and not use the adhesive, does anybody know where to get metal plates WITHOUT the adhesive? The adhesive adds unnecessary thickness. I rather not go through the messy process of using solvent to remove the adhesive backing.
I have also used magic mount with my Oneplus One and loved it.
Since the mount is stuck to my dashboard I would love to use it with my 6p but as you I am afraid that the plate will damage my phone.
I was thinking to get very thin but big plate so it could cover most of the back of the phone.
I did not do any research but thought it would be good idea.
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I plan to stick the circle metal disk on the back of the 6P and cover it up with a slickwrap natural series wrap. But since I don't have either, I can't tell you what the result is.
Does anyone know if there is a magnetic mount besides the Mountek Snap 3 that might hold a little better?
The Techmatte mount I was thinking might have a larger circle surface to stick to (but it could just be deceiving fun the pics)
http://www.amazon.com/TechMatte-Mag...B00V54LQO4&tag=thewire06-20&ascsubtag=WC15011
I was also thinking of trying the Spigen Rugged armor case and putting a magnet inside that, but I'm not sure if the case would slip around on the Mount since it has a smooth back or not. I have liked the spigen cases in the past.
Anyone know how the Mountek Snap 3 compares to other magnetic mounts or are they all pretty much the same? I know the mount is square while some others are circles, but not sure how the size and actual magnet in it compares.
-J
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Since the point of this thread is stick the plate inside the case and not use the adhesive, does anybody know where to get metal plates WITHOUT the adhesive? The adhesive adds unnecessary thickness. I rather not go through the messy process of using solvent to remove the adhesive backing.
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Rather than messing around with glue solvents or messing around with raw metal plates at Home Depot, I found these TechMatte plates, where the large ones don't have an adhesive sticker.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RKKZNQO
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?
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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?
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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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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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