The car kit looks nice, hopfully there's an affordable option for it. Any retailers selling it yet? I know some are pre order.
Yea I agree, although having to take the back of every time seems like a bit of a pain in the arse!!
jonboyuk said:
Yea I agree, although having to take the back of every time seems like a bit of a pain in the arse!!
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I was hoping the new back sits permenantly on it, it just enables you to 'snap' it onto the car kit.
Don't think so, otherwise you have a 'bit' sticking out the back the whole time. Won't feel good in your pocket! I could be wrong though....I'm only going by the photographs.
Here's a retailer selling from the 11th. No price yet though.
Expansys have it but can't ship for 100 days.
Handtec have them from mid December
Clove are due stock from early December
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I see what you mean about the bobble on the back.
I suppose the burning question is: how easy/quick is it going to be to remove the back. If it takes half a second to remove and another second to put the car kit version on, it's not really an issue. You can keep the car kit version in your glove box and whack it on when needed.
Looking at the pic I poster earlier. It looks maybe half of the width of the device again on the back. I don't think it would bother me as long as there was an un loseable insert to jam in it when not in use. That being said as the esteemed officer above me points out, how long does it take to switch a battery cover? With any cradle there is a certain element of fiddling involved.
I respectfully disagree The Brodit holders have the exact size for any given phone, so that you can literally drop it in and that's it!
That said, if it is only a 2 second job then it matters not. I still don't like the idea of taking the back on and off all the time...
What's up with that "special" menu enabled when the HD2 is docked in the car kit? Will that be available with a brodit holder too? What navigation software does it work with or is it just a short cut to any given software? Haven't found any information about it more then a few screen shots... ?
Is it just me or is it ridiculously expensive for a car kit?
yeah absolutely, HTC accessories site has it listed at 65P thats 60P more than I want to pay, also many retailers and ebay stores selling car chargers and wall chargers stated as compatible with HD2 yet the plug on their products is mini USB.
Yes, It is expensive and I won't like taking the back cover off all the time. I'll be waiting for something like the Brodit active holder...
jonboyuk said:
I respectfully disagree The Brodit holders have the exact size for any given phone, so that you can literally drop it in and that's it!
That said, if it is only a 2 second job then it matters not. I still don't like the idea of taking the back on and off all the time...
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All the mounts I have had since the XDA Mini S have been slide in like you say although not Brodit. Some have had the speaker built into the unit and some built into the cigarette lighter adapter. Been very pleased with all of them, not sure you could design one as flawless as these as they will have the micro USB and the 3.5mm audio jack to take into account.
What I meant by a certain element of fiddling is actually sliding it into the cradle, and sliding it out. As smooth as it is it still takes a certain amount of time. I think I could snap the cover off my TP and put a new one back in, then dock it into the magnetic holder on the dash either just as fast or faster than leaning forward and guiding the phone into the mount. Also I have a nasty habit of doinking the phone off the windscreen when removing it, my wife has a habit of just pulling the phone instead of securing the mount at retreival point which with the old mount resulted in her frequently ripping the sucker off the windscreen and I always seem to be handed the phone on silent or calling someone as she always manages to press buttons. I think I prefer the idea of docking it via the battery cover, or getting a new wife.
Tomo1340 said:
I think I prefer the idea of docking it via the battery cover, or getting a new wife.
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I'm thinking you should opt for the battery cover dock
jonboyuk said:
I'm thinking you should opt for the battery cover dock
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I asked my wife and she said as soon as the damn phone arrives she will become a gadget widow again so it matters not.
I am looking at the picture and i take it it charges through the mount as well so cables won't be all over the place, only a week to go!! Yipee
Just got an email from Brodit, very nice person saying that the HD2 holder will be out in a couple of days on their website and a week after for UK stock
Teneka_Khan said:
Just got an email from Brodit, very nice person saying that the HD2 holder will be out in a couple of days on their website and a week after for UK stock
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Can you link us when it's up, never had a brodit but I am willing to give it a shot. Esp if it's cheaper. Or maybe Father Christmas would bring one of each, one for the Car and one for the Van?
Teneka_Khan said:
Just got an email from Brodit, very nice person saying that the HD2 holder will be out in a couple of days on their website and a week after for UK stock
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Hi, where would you recommend buying it online?
Thanks!
It does seem expensive for a car kit - Wonder what the chance is of o2 including the car kit with the phone like they did with my Orbit 2? Anyone got any idea?
The Brodit holders look like a good option though.
Related
I got an email from Proclipusa last week that says they now have the car mount for the Ameo/U1000/Advantage in stock
http://www.proclipworld.com/Default...tegoryid=&p_year=&p_countryid=0&p_leftorright=
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I got an email from Proclipusa last week that says they now have the car mount for the Ameo/U1000/Advantage in stock
http://www.proclipworld.com/Default...tegoryid=&p_year=&p_countryid=0&p_leftorright=
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Thanks for this post. Am considering getting a couple of these. Just curious if anyone has one and if it'll work without taking the phone out of the case. I guess I'm lazy. ;-)
I've got one arriving in Australia tomorrow hopefully. I can't see it working with the leather case on though... sorry.
Kevin
They work with the keyboard attached to the bottom, or not, but you need to take out of the case sorry.
Kevin
Hi,
That one looks really nice !!!
I was interested on this one:
http://www.expansys.es/p.aspx?i=146664
but when I was going to buy it, I found this one:
http://www.expansys.es/p.aspx?i=149396&asource=146303
I like it because I could connect the Athena to car power directly, not taking care of the cable.
The one you are showing now is very similar too (but without the cable....).
Could be great to have them all and test them for few days ......
Best regards,
Alberto
eagle 1 said:
I got an email from Proclipusa last week that says they now have the car mount for the Ameo/U1000/Advantage in stock
http://www.proclipworld.com/Default...tegoryid=&p_year=&p_countryid=0&p_leftorright=
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Finally, I've just bought this one !!!!!
I hope to receive it in few days.
I will keep you upddated.
Best regards,
Alberto
kevinnugent said:
They work with the keyboard attached to the bottom, or not, but you need to take out of the case sorry.
Kevin
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Thanks for the info.
Are the buttons easy to get to? I notice the brackets on the side from the pics.
I got the Herbert Richter's:
http://www.expansys.es/p.aspx?i=146552
...with this support:
http://www.expansys.es/p.aspx?i=147173
Goes great in road and off-road too.
Sorry about the links in spanish...
I emailed Proclip and asked about a active (charging) holder for the X7500 they said in 4 - 6 weeks one will be available no idea on price so I am waiting to see what they come up with before I buy.
marka2k said:
I emailed Proclip and asked about a active (charging) holder for the X7500 they said in 4 - 6 weeks one will be available no idea on price so I am waiting to see what they come up with before I buy.
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The brodit Proclip is already available with a charging cable. Have to be careful "active" to proclip usually means it has an amp and speakers in it.
apd said:
The brodit Proclip is already available with a charging cable. Have to be careful "active" to proclip usually means it has an amp and speakers in it.
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ProClipUSA does not show the charging holder (since I am in USA thats where I looked) ProClipUK does but expected in 7 days preorder
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This one looks like it would work better!
http://www.gpsforless.co.uk/product_details.php?id=7040
timlynn1 said:
This one looks like it would work better!
http://www.gpsforless.co.uk/product_details.php?id=7040
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Not sure - looks like it might be a good solution but suction mount to dashboard? Never had much luck with them.
I always wondered why people raved about Brodit mounts (as they aren't cheap) until I bought one for my Universal. They are very well made and I think I'm going to have to get one for my Athena!
I use the HR holder and tower mount which sucks on to the windscreen, the ones that go on the dash are not too good as you need to stick down a self adhesive disk (supplied) but it won't come off without damaging your dashboard.
Alternatively I can use the HR holder with the excellent Brodit Pro Clip I have in the car, this provides the best solution, although you cannot clip on the keyboard. To be honest I wouldn't use the keyboard in the car anyway. - Mike
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Not sure - looks like it might be a good solution but suction mount to dashboard? Never had much luck with them.
I always wondered why people raved about Brodit mounts (as they aren't cheap) until I bought one for my Universal. They are very well made and I think I'm going to have to get one for my Athena!
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I agree re Brodit. However, I have been waiting nearly a month for mine, which was supposed to have been delivered 3 weeks ago....
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I use the HR holder and tower mount which sucks on to the windscreen, the ones that go on the dash are not too good as you need to stick down a self adhesive disk (supplied) but it won't come off without damaging your dashboard.
Alternatively I can use the HR holder with the excellent Brodit Pro Clip I have in the car, this provides the best solution, although you cannot clip on the keyboard. To be honest I wouldn't use the keyboard in the car anyway. - Mike
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im planning on making a small adapter for the HR mount i tested the magnetic strength if you put the keyboard at the bottom it does stick fairly well... so im gonna try to make something to connect the contacts...
if any are interested let me know
just ordered mine, should get it within a couple of days, ill post how it works
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I agree re Brodit. However, I have been waiting nearly a month for mine, which was supposed to have been delivered 3 weeks ago....
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Update - apparently Brodit had a problem with the charging cable. Mine is now due tomorrow. Will report back.
eagle 1 said:
I got an email from Proclipusa last week that says they now have the car mount for the Ameo/U1000/Advantage in stock
http://www.proclipworld.com/Default...tegoryid=&p_year=&p_countryid=0&p_leftorright=
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I got my device holder today from Proclipusa. It is real nice. Works great with the keyboard or without keyboard. Keyboard is securely held on. Buttons on front and side are easy to use, usb and sound ports are easy to get to. Looks much better than my wood prototype holder. $34.95 USD.
Ordered a charging cradle for the Advantage from proclipsusa.com order shows it has shipped hopefully will be here by the end of week
Apperantly they got them in stock earlier than expected.
Hello!
Anybody use Xperia in car as Navi or Handsfree system? Do u ppl use any carholder/mount?
I saw http://www.brodit.com/. Looks nice and you can use it in landscape mode.
For now it's the best looking carholder I found online. Maybe someone has one to share opinion about it?
I use pro clips, which is definitely one of the best ones out there in my opinion.
www.proclipusa.com
ive got the brodit one by ebay and its pretty cool!
looks a little bit bulky but the ex1 fits perfectly in it.
landscape mode worx well too but u wont be able to tyle anything with it while u drive anyway.
There is a cheap custom fit holder for the X1 on ebay, which fits the phone perfectly. It's cheap, too.
I use the brodit. works pretty nicely. Has a snug feel to it. I'm using that with the car charger, so when the keyboard is open the usb is pointing down so its perfect.
Don't have one yet, but always tend to go with Brodit, good quality products.
Finally! A car mount that is EXACTLY what I envisioned:
http://www.netimes.com/shop/car-mount-holders-for-sonyericsson-xperia-x1-p-1582.html?currency=USD
Might be cheap, but I will soon find out. Ordered, but with the slow shipping method. The same company also sells it on ebay. There are clones of it as well.
My main concern with any of these is that they will wear the finish. What do the users of these car mounts have to say about wear on the X1's finish?
sonus said:
My main concern with any of these is that they will wear the finish. What do the users of these car mounts have to say about wear on the X1's finish?
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With the one I'm using (which btw seems to be the same one JKingDev mentioned) it's no problem at all, as the phone sits firmly in the holder and has no room to shake around in it. Therefore it is very unlikely to scratch or wear the phone's finish.
jsmithe said:
With the one I'm using (which btw seems to be the same one JKingDev mentioned) it's no problem at all, as the phone sits firmly in the holder and has no room to shake around in it. Therefore it is very unlikely to scratch or wear the phone's finish.
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Really? Glad to hear that it works well. Where did you order yours from? Did it ship from Hong Kong?
I ordered it from Honkong via ebay (see my first post in this thread) and got it here to Switzerland whithing 5 days. Pretty happy, I am changing the arm for a rigid one though, as these flexible ones vibrate to much.
jsmithe said:
I ordered it from Honkong via ebay (see my first post in this thread) and got it here to Switzerland whithing 5 days. Pretty happy, I am changing the arm for a rigid one though, as these flexible ones vibrate to much.
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Heh. Didnt even see that post. At least it was only a week ago. I would have been mad if this had been out for months and I had no idea. Can you point to what arm your are replacing the flexible one with?
I think I'll order Brodit mount with proklip for my Mazda.
Here we have in stock mounts mentioned by JKingDev but personally I don't like anything on my front window.
D-fens said:
I think I'll order Brodit mount with proklip for my Mazda.
Here we have in stock mounts mentioned by JKingDev but personally I don't like anything on my front window.
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Keep in mind though, the one I linked looks like it uses the herbert richter mount system. You dont have to use the windshield mount. You can attach the device holder to other kinds of mounts.
I like the one from netimes.com very much but they only accept paypal payment which is not supported here in egypt does anybody know if there is some other vendor that supports plain visa payments ....thnx in advance
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Heh. Didnt even see that post. At least it was only a week ago. I would have been mad if this had been out for months and I had no idea. Can you point to what arm your are replacing the flexible one with?
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Originally I wanted to get one of those, but then I realized, they won't be of any use in landscape mode.
Now, I'm looking for something else.
Btw, you're right, it uses a standard herbert richter mount system.
jsmithe said:
Originally I wanted to get one of those, but then I realized, they won't be of any use in landscape mode.
Now, I'm looking for something else.
Btw, you're right, it uses a standard herbert richter mount system.
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There are a few richter mounts here. This one looks good but it is massive. Might be too much nerd factor for me. lol.
JKingDev said:
Finally! A car mount that is EXACTLY what I envisioned:
http://www.netimes.com/shop/car-mount-holders-for-sonyericsson-xperia-x1-p-1582.html?currency=USD
Might be cheap, but I will soon find out. Ordered, but with the slow shipping method. The same company also sells it on ebay. There are clones of it as well.
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Hi JKingDev, you received yr mount yet? How's it and can it hold the X1 firmly in both portrait and landscape (and w/ keypad open) ?
The pic does not show any angled "edge" on clip which I am afraid X1 will accidentally fall out.
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Hi JKingDev, you received yr mount yet? How's it and can it hold the X1 firmly in both portrait and landscape (and w/ keypad open) ?
The pic does not show any angled "edge" on clip which I am afraid X1 will accidentally fall out.
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I have not received it yet. It is coming from Hong Kong and I did not expedite the shipping. It left HK on the 14th. jsmithe seems to have the same one though and he said it does hold it firmly. I will report back when I get mine. I cant wait.
I see what you mean by an angled edge. It is probably there just very tiny. It shouldnt take much to do the job.
I bought the brando car holder: very nice one.
http://shop.brando.com.hk/prod_detail.php?prod_id=03005
with an amplifier, microphone, USB...
the quality looks good
I was at CES this week and talked with a rep from Pro-Clip. The Nexus S car holders should arrive January 16th. No word on pricing yet.
Awesome news.
I'll reiterate the question I asked here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=899728
Is the headphone socket accessible when the phone is in the pro-clip??
Sorry - I didn't ask. I would be very surprised if that was covered. I have a contact there; I'll email and ask him.
I'll be very interested to know too. Thanks OP!
I'm sure it will be... I already ordered and have been running the fascinate model (because I can't live without my slingbox while driving) and although just a tad tight everything is accessible, charging plug & headphones.
I think they're all built the same aren't they... with the bottom portion open
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jacksonj51: I'm actually talking about the active holder. It looks like your photo is showing the passive holder.
With the USB/charging port so close to the headphones socket, the design of the base of the clip is critical (http://www.samsungnexuss.com/wp-content/gallery/official/big3.jpg). Unless there is a special effort made to leave the headphones socket accessible, I fear it will be covered.
jacksonj51 said:
I'm sure it will be... I already ordered and have been running the fascinate model (because I can't live without my slingbox while driving) and although just a tad tight everything is accessible, charging plug & headphones.
I think they're all built the same aren't they... with the bottom portion open
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What year is your Sequoia?
We have an 08 4WD limited. Your interior looks just like ours.
Hello jacksonj51,
Where can i purchase this product online?
Thanks,
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Rino
jpasint said:
What year is your Sequoia?
We have an 08 4WD limited. Your interior looks just like ours.
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It's a 2008 4x4 Tundra SR5, love it
Rino21 said:
Hello jacksonj51,
Where can i purchase this product online?
Thanks,
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Rino
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Purchased at Proclipusa. By far the best car phone holders around... I've tried alot. These fit perfect and the website gives the option to select the make and model of both your car and your phone.
I got the holder for the Fascinate because I didn't have the patience to wait for the official Nexus S holder.... it fits a tad too snug, I'd wait for their release of their nexus S holder as its supposed to be released in the next week or two
http://www.proclipusa.com/
Have these been released? Has anyone seen if the Active holder has a space for the audio jack?
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Have these been released? Has anyone seen if the Active holder has a space for the audio jack?
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Doesn't appear to be out yet. At least I can't find it on their site...
Here's the product:
http://www.brodit.com/productinformation.jsp?anr=512227
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Here's the product:
http://www.brodit.com/productinformation.jsp?anr=512227
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It says to attach it to the Pro-clip mount, but I don't think the dock is made by Pro-clip?
Looks really cheap compared to the Pro-clip mount I bought for my G1.
tekkitan said:
It says to attach it to the Pro-clip mount, but I don't think the dock is made by Pro-clip?
Looks really cheap compared to the Pro-clip mount I bought for my G1.
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Yes, the dock is made by the same company as the ProClip: Brodit.
http://www.brodit.com/static/company/int/story.html
So... anyone know yet if the headphone socket is accessible when the phone is in the holder??
jacksonj51 said:
I'm sure it will be... I already ordered and have been running the fascinate model (because I can't live without my slingbox while driving) and although just a tad tight everything is accessible, charging plug & headphones.
I think they're all built the same aren't they... with the bottom portion open
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Is the fascinate a perfect fit in that holder? will having a BSE skin (or similar) prevent the phone from sliding in?
tekkitan said:
It says to attach it to the Pro-clip mount, but I don't think the dock is made by Pro-clip?
Looks really cheap compared to the Pro-clip mount I bought for my G1.
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Brodit is the maker of the product, its the same as proclip....
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Is the fascinate a perfect fit in that holder? will having a BSE skin (or similar) prevent the phone from sliding in?
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Yes the fascinate holder as I said earlier is a tad too snug, I'd get the official Nexus S holder and there is no way you'll be able to use any type of skin for these because they fit absolutely perfect with no room to sprare.
Sure, there it is, but Brodit doesn't let you purchase products from them directly. And when I select "USA" as my country, it tells me the reseller is proclipusa.com, which doesn't carry item #512227 - the holder for the NS. Grrr.
I emailed ProClipUSA asking when they were releasing the holder for the Nexus S:
Thank you for your interest in our ProClip Holders. We do anticipate making one, however due to the large number of new products we are developing, we cannot give a specific date as to when this will be available. You will be notified by e-mail as soon as the Holder has been received at our warehouse and is ready for online ordering.
Best Regards,
Ruben - ProClip USA Customer Service
Toll free: +1 800-296-3212
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I got the same answer..
Also talked on the phone to a sales guy and didn’t get an answer of when this will be available for online purchasing,
Google Nexus S Brodit in car holder
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Doesn't appear to be out yet. At least I can't find it on their site...
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It seems to be listed as available at Holders and Mounts in the UK...
So wanted to find a car mount that would work with my nook color now that I have navigation thanks to all the great devs!
Searched amazon for mounts that would work with the galaxy tab and a few other products and found an arkon mount (amazon link)
It is pretty sturdy, holds to the windshield really tight. I have had arkon mounts in the past for things such as my palm and they have great customer service and a good product.
It comes with 6 of the little feet that hold to the edges of the nook. Using all 4 "short" ones, the nook fits but its quite tight and the spring loaded size mechanism is at the total end. Arkon includes two extra feet that have a little bit of an extension on them and these are the ones I used as it is now easier to get the nook out of the mount.
Here are a few pictures of it in my car. Haha yes, I am aiming at my house....
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Thank you! I have been looking for a mount for an android-powered device for forever (nobody really makes a great one for my incredible). Bought and shipped this morning!
on a side note, does your gps speech cut off the last half second (usually truncating words like "street" at the end)?
Cool, thanks for sharing that info. =)
V1 eh? I got me one of them too; wicked awesome radar detector.
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on a side note, does your gps speech cut off the last half second (usually truncating words like "street" at the end)?
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I noticed this behavior as well.
omg sweet ordering one now!!
How do you even see to drive LOL... Kinda big to be blocking the middle of the windshield. =)
Thanks for this!! Great find. It's being shipped as we speak. Arkon is quality stuff, I have a few of their foldable e-reader stands and have had mounts for phones in the past. Still goin strong!
Personally I'm less thrilled with Arkon, specifically their customer service. I tried to get a replacement part for one of their mounts. Was promised a replacement would be shipped twice. Nothing ever received. Moved on to a ProClip and haven't looked back.
dkd711 said:
How do you even see to drive LOL... Kinda big to be blocking the middle of the windshield. =)
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I was just thinking the same thing, talk about disrupting your vision!
I wonder if you could match it with one of the sticky pads like on the other car mounts and use it on the center console...
*Edit* Looks like it comes with a disc for sticking it to another surface. I'd be curious if it could hold the weight very well....
It does come with that flat piece of plastic so you can mount it elsewhere.
You drive a Saab ?!?!?
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You drive a Saab ?!?!?
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I am 27 and have never not driven a saab. I'm on my 4th. Actually, my fam has owned nothing but saabs since I was born.
thanks for the info
Backwardsblade said:
on a side note, does your gps speech cut off the last half second (usually truncating words like "street" at the end)?
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i finally got around to doing a full test with the GPS the other day. I did not notice this issue and had it running for about 30 mins to my destination.
That is a HUGE obstruction of view on your windshield...
Don't go getting in a wreck.
azj said:
Personally I'm less thrilled with Arkon, specifically their customer service. I tried to get a replacement part for one of their mounts. Was promised a replacement would be shipped twice. Nothing ever received. Moved on to a ProClip and haven't looked back.
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but proclip doesnt have a nook color holder, i emailed them and they said they wont be making one since i was the first to ask about one lol
I have one for my zunehd and its awesome.
Saab is Swedish for Chevrolet...
jdposhkus said:
Saab is Swedish for Chevrolet...
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Yes you can thank GM for that...but hopefully now with spyker they will get better again.
zeebone said:
I was just thinking the same thing, talk about disrupting your vision!
I wonder if you could match it with one of the sticky pads like on the other car mounts and use it on the center console...
*Edit* Looks like it comes with a disc for sticking it to another surface. I'd be curious if it could hold the weight very well....
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Those sticky pads are not going to hold this much weight for very long. The heat of the summer will slide the glue right off. Had this happen on my Garmin and its alot smaller! I thinking about a flex tripod, modified into a cupholder mount.
I've almost lost a Garmin GPS out the passenger window on a turn one time when the windshield suction cup failed. It went flying across the dash and barely stayed in the car. Be careful...
dkd711 said:
Those sticky pads are not going to hold this much weight for very long. The heat of the summer will slide the glue right off. Had this happen on my Garmin and its alot smaller! I thinking about a flex tripod, modified into a cupholder mount.
I've almost lost a Garmin GPS out the passenger window on a turn one time when the windshield suction cup failed. It went flying across the dash and barely stayed in the car. Be careful...
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Ditto. I've had a Garmin and one other suction cup both let go at inopportune times. The was holding a small GPS or phone. I can't imagine it working well with something the size of a NC. But as long as it works for you.
Yes, "car holder" is probably not the right name for it, but I assume most of you know what I mean ;-)
I'm searching the original "thing" called SCS-410 including a charger. I can't find it in German stores in stock. Does one of you have a dealer with international shipping which has this thing in stock?
Here's a picture of the "thing" ;-)
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Expansys UK will have it in stock in 3 days : http://www.expansys.com/lg-optimus-2x-car-holder-209198/
Anyone know where to get this in Denmark ?
And does it come with a car charger, or do I have to buy that also ?
It's with the charger. You can order it at amazon, in Germany tho...
http://www.amazon.de/LG-Electronics...eand-21&linkCode=as2&camp=1638&creative=19454
Well I am not driving all the way to germany to pick it up, a bit to long, will just wait till it reaches the danish marked
Milz89dk said:
Well I am not driving all the way to germany to pick it up, a bit to long, will just wait till it reaches the danish marked
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Can't you order it from amazon? I think they deliver it globally. It's fantastic. I have it since Friday. Don't want to miss it anymore!
I can't recommend this hardware. The suction cup and holder are ok, but the swivel head is the weak point. It jiggles so much, it is hard to read the display.
Had to sent it back and ordered a holder from Hongkong for half the price.
the.flow said:
I can't recommend this hardware. The suction cup and holder are ok, but the swivel head is the weak point. It jiggles so much, it is hard to read the display.
Had to sent it back and ordered a holder from Hongkong for half the price.
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Thanks for confirming this! I thought I have a problem but seems this is the main flaw of this holder - I believie this is because phone itself is little bit heavy...
the.flow said:
I can't recommend this hardware. The suction cup and holder are ok, but the swivel head is the weak point. It jiggles so much, it is hard to read the display.
Had to sent it back and ordered a holder from Hongkong for half the price.
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Can you please give a link for the HK source?
i just got a standard car holder and it works perfect.. only costs €5.00,-
even if u get a new phone, u wont have to buy a new one. 1 size fits all
K.D.M. said:
i just got a standard car holder and it works perfect.. only costs €5.00,-
even if u get a new phone, u wont have to buy a new one. 1 size fits all
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Did you buy it online? If so, could you share it's link pls?
I am interested to buy one as well, so if you guys have some positive experiences sharing would be appreciated
the.flow said:
I can't recommend this hardware. The suction cup and holder are ok, but the swivel head is the weak point. It jiggles so much, it is hard to read the display.
Had to sent it back and ordered a holder from Hongkong for half the price.
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I can't confirm this. You need to screw down tight the head. For me this holder fits perfectly to my needs.
Mehrsau said:
I can't confirm this. You need to screw down tight the head. For me this holder fits perfectly to my needs.
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are you saying the head with the phone inside is stable and not bouncing while driving?
My holder is fine while driving
Mehrsau said:
I can't confirm this. You need to screw down tight the head. For me this holder fits perfectly to my needs.
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Same for me. It is holding perfectly and I can read all the information Navigon shows. Btw. it is 10 Euros cheaper than my older Nokia car holder was.
Works great for me and I'm not sure if most universal mounts have this but this is one has the magnet to automatically switch to the car launcher.
Texted While Driving
masi0 said:
are you saying the head with the phone inside is stable and not bouncing while driving?
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Exactly.
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Mehrsau said:
I can't confirm this. You need to screw down tight the head. For me this holder fits perfectly to my needs.
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I did so, if I screwed it tighter, the ring would've been broken. Seems as if there are two different charges/versions on the market.
The HK source is "rpas_group" on ebay.
hi all ,
i want buy it but on Official Lg shop is out of stock .
I will try on the ebay or ??
I bought this holder just the other week and find it quite ingenious, well, as ingenious as a phone-holder for the car can get. There is a baseplate for mounting it on the car dashboard and the standard suction cup for the window. It can be rotated and tilted, but I guess that is pretty much standard.
I do have to say though, even when fastened very tight the phone does jiggle a bit, it is solid though and won't fall off. No problem reading what the satnav tells me, but it does jiggle a bit.