I have an iOttie that I use on my note 4 (I am going to return it, to get the nexus 6). However I noticed that the nexus will be too wide for the car mount. Does anyone know a similar mount that will fit this phone?
Not off hand. I wish they would release an official car dock. The one for nexus one and gal nexus were awesome. Nothing released officially for nexus 4 or 5
There's an "iOttie One Touch XL" that holds devices up to 3.5" wide, which should be enough for an N6 plus a case.
I'm planning to get The Air Dock for it.
eksasol said:
I'm planning to get The Air Dock for it.
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As much as I love wireless charging (and I do I have 5 QI chargers at home I use all the time) it just doesn't work for me in the car. I use GPS and stream music all the time with screen always on. Wireless can't even come close to keeping up to that. I'm sure it will be worse with the N6 screen size too... I am really hoping they release an official car dock this time. Moto seems to be good at doing that so I am hopeful.
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There's an "iOttie One Touch XL" that holds devices up to 3.5" wide, which should be enough for an N6 plus a case.
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On iOttie's website FAQs, they list the sizes of each of their mounts. Actually, the One Touch XL only goes up to 3.3", which should be just wide enough for the N6 since it is roughly 3.27" wide. However, it probably wouldn't work if you put a case on it. The only one I can see working if you put a case on it would be the Easy View 2, which has a max width of 3.5".
HOWEVER, I can see another potential issue arising if you want to use a car mount like this. Notice where the buttons are. They are not towards the top of the device like other phones. They are smack dab in the center going down the right side, taking up a good range in the middle of the phone. So you would have to have the mount clamp down on either the top or bottom of the device. I guess we won't know how awkward it would be to use until we have the device in-hand, so we'll see when the phone actually comes out.
Interesting- when I posted that comment there was a graphic on the Amazon listing showing support for up to 3.5. The image is no longer there, so it was likely an error. Too bad.
pseudoSequential said:
I have an iOttie that I use on my note 4 (I am going to return it, to get the nexus 6). However I noticed that the nexus will be too wide for the car mount. Does anyone know a similar mount that will fit this phone?
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I have the IOttie Easy One Touch XL
MODEL NO: HLCRIO101
It is the best mount I've found to reduce vibration, and super easy to use.
Another iOttie that would work if you need extra distance from your windshield to you, but will vibrate more of course is the iOttie Easy One Touch 2 Universal
MODEL NO: HLCRIO121
Just go with 9to5mac.com ... if they say this one is the best so I won't argue
http://9to5mac.com/2014/11/09/two-o...-by-winnergear/comment-page-1/#comment-224951
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Just go with 9to5mac.com ... if they say this one is the best so I won't argue
"To be clear, this won’t stay in one place during rapid acceleration and braking"
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Sounds like a winner! :good:
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Just found this
I have a Tylt Vu Qi charger for my N4 on my desk at work and I've loved it. I've had it for just about a year now (or has it been 2 I can't remember).
Anyway I ran across this recently and they are advertising it will launch this year. I'm optimistic since Tylt makes such high quality products (from my limited experience)
http://www.tylt.com/vu-car-wireless-charger/
Arioch5 said:
I have a Tylt Vu Qi charger for my N4 on my desk at work and I've loved it. I've had it for just about a year now (or has it been 2 I can't remember).
Anyway I ran across this recently and they are advertising it will launch this year. I'm optimistic since Tylt makes such high quality products (from my limited experience)
http://www.tylt.com/vu-car-wireless-charger/
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That actually looks like a winner. I'd definitely be interested in purchasing one.
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I like the magnetic phone mounts. I currently use one from Mountek on my Nexus 5. http://www.mountek.com/shop/
Do you have to use the plate or does it just hold on with the Nexus 5 magnets?
Anything like that but with qi charging?
Thanks
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I just received this one from Amazon a couple days ago when I was able to get it for $7: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009GSI0MM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1. Will see how it works out. Keep in mind the buttons are almost smack dab in the middle of the right side of the phone, so you have to be mindful where the grippers will squeeze, or it'll push the buttons.
Inspiration! (Mountek nGrove Grip)
rubi76 said:
Do you have to use the plate or does it just hold on with the Nexus 5 magnets?
Anything like that but with qi charging?
Thanks
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I'm using Mountek nGroove Snap2 with my Nexus5. It's great that I don't have to use any of the plates provided as Nexus5 has wireless charging feature, so the body will stick to the magnet just fine. It is very convenient that I can just throw and it stick easily unlike the hassle of using grip type mount.
Now I hope it will work just fine too with Nexus 6. The non flat back of N6 worries me. maybe I need to modify it so that N6 will not move around when mounted. :fingers-crossed:
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I'm using Mountek nGroove Snap2 with my Nexus5. It's great that I don't have to use any of the plates provided as Nexus5 has wireless charging feature, so the body will stick to the magnet just fine. It is very convenient that I can just throw and it stick easily unlike the hassle of using grip type mount.
Now I hope it will work just fine too with Nexus 6. The non flat back of N6 worries me. maybe I need to modify it so that N6 will not move around when mounted. :fingers-crossed:
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I have the same magnetic mount. One of the best purchases I've ever made. I have an iOttie as well but the Mountek is just so much more convenient in that I don't have to slide open the arms to insert or remove my phone.
I have the same concern you do about the curved back. I also use a case and was thinking I'd have to bend the included metal plates to fit between the phone and the case. I absolutely refuse to stick the plate to the back of my case because of the added thickness and the fact that it will just look ugly.
I have the iOttie Easy One Touch 2 Universal Mount (The one that extends), it's a great mount and will fit the N6 without a case. The problem is the button placement on the N6., the mount manages to squeeze the lower volume button when it shuts. Also It will not fit with a case on. Just thought I would let anyone know who was looking into it for a care mount. Again for any other phone this thing is great, best mount I have purchased so far.
RAM X-Grip?
I have been looking into the RAM X-Grip, mostly because of its 4-point "X"-Grip which should avoid pushing any of the hardware buttons.
It is also built like a tank (w/ lifetime warranty) which should lend itself well to any dashboard video recordings should I desire to utilize it for that purpose.
It is relatively expensive ($40-52) but if it out performs (in terms of secure grip & vibration reduction) every other plastic 2-piece pincer style mount then it is absolutely worth the extra investment.
I am still unsure whether the short arm or medium arm length would be best and whether to go with the small or large suction cup option.
I read on Amazon, one pro for the large suction cup (aside from likely better suction) is that the 1" ball (that the arm attaches to) screws on to the suction cup so it can be a bit more versatile (allowing you to screw anything onto the suction cup) should you desire that functionality. Although it appears another option should you desire more versatility from your mount would be to purchase the 1" ball with the plate (w/ screw holes) separately and simply replace the X-Grip mount. This of course means you have the adjustable arm in the system now, but I think that's a good thing.
Last note:
I also read in an Amazon review (and sorta noticed in one video review) there MAY be a bit of play (rotating around the z?-axis, like rotating portrait to landscape) in the X-Grip cradle/mount itself, but more research is necessary to confirm this is actually an issue or just a faulty unit.
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I will be back after further research.
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I will need to switch to Verizon within the next few months (due to work reasons). I am currently using a Nexus One on TMobile and plan to get the Droid Incredible on Verizon when I switch.
I am waiting patiently for root access to be gained but also had some other concerns before switching. A main concern is that I have not heard mention of car/home docks for the device.
I currently own the car and home docks for the Nexus One and use them regularly. I am hoping the Incredible will also have a nice docking system like this.
I need a dock and a car mount, too! I have to ask, but does N1 stuff work with DI?
syntrix said:
I need a dock and a car mount, too! I have to ask, but does N1 stuff work with DI?
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no.........
I just purchased a general use windshield mount from best buy which works pretty well on the Incredible.
I would suggest ProClipUSA they offer a wide variety of windshield mounts and you can just swap out the device holder if you carry more than one item with you or you change phones often.
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I would suggest ProClipUSA they offer a wide variety of windshield mounts and you can just swap out the device holder if you carry more than one item with you or you change phones often.
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This issue, for me, is not holding the device. I like having a car dock like the Nexus One because it provides integrated charging functionality. I do not want to fiddle around with an extra adapter and plugging in my device. I want to be able to drop my device into the dock and have it do what I want it to do
Also, the N1 car dock launches Car Home upon docking. Just perfect.
I got a factory windshield mount today.
It's pretty slick. It's a clip in, belt holder, but the back of it allows it to mount to the neck of the window piece.
There's even a cutout in the holder so you can videos while you drives
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syntrix said:
I got a factory windshield mount today.
It's pretty slick. It's a clip in, belt holder, but the back of it allows it to mount to the neck of the window piece.
There's even a cutout in the holder so you can videos while you drives
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that also allows you to use street view with augmented reality in Google Maps, but your right, it makes for a great use to take car video
i don't know if augmented maps is available in the US just yet though
see augmented reality example below:
That would be perfect if a charger was built in.
Here come cradle docking for Verizon Incredible if anyone interest!
http://www.emobile-accessories.com/products_cradle_htc_incredible.html
tonyfung820 said:
Here come cradle docking for Verizon Incredible if anyone interest!
http://www.emobile-accessories.com/products_cradle_htc_incredible.html
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I wonder how that's going to work when the charging connector is not on the bottom.
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I wonder how that's going to work when the charging connector is not on the bottom.
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It's not, unless there's a side manual plug in type port!
Currently own the car dock mentioned in the thread, not overly impressed with it, but maybe I didnt bother to take the time to make it work. Came from the droid dock, which went where you put it and stayed there, especially helpful for when you have to plug it in. This dock has 3-4 articulated points that dont work so hot, then the fact that its actually a holster "attached" to the actual dock through a quarter inch piece of plastic adds another element of instability to the system. Tightening the joints does not help much, the holster clip still rotates freely and overall makes plugging the phone in while docked a major pain, in most cases requiring both hands to hold the phone still enough to plug it in. The window mount also leaves something to be desired, after dumping my incredible on the floor for the 3rd time, I gave up on the thing. I know how to apply suction mounts and this one falls well short, maybe I just got a bad one or something, but it will not stay on the windshield while the weight of the phone is on it. Overall, threw it away because I wanted just a car dock, if I wanted a holster I would have bought a holster. If it had been incorporated into the mount in a better way to give more stability to the dock I would be alright with it.
The belt clip, to me, is a huge feature. Don't need it? you just leave it clipped to the window mount.
I'm on the other side of the fence... to me it works great, has never fallen off my window, and has been very stable! It's better than the motodroid dock imho (sans the sideways orientation via magnets that the DI lacks).
When one comes out that has a charging port that you can dock to, I'm getting it! Isn't seidio working on one? Maybe it was another company?
You guys might want to try one of those universal grip holders. I don't really care for things hanging off my windshield, so I had an arkon SM429-SBH mega grip attached to the arkon air vent mount and it worked out really good with my G1. I tried putting my friend's Incredible in there and it fits, no blocked ports. they have a windshield mount too, if that's your thing.
So far all of the Incredible docks suck.
Unfortunately there is no car or home dock for the Droid Incredible that is nearly as good as the docks for the Nexus One. This is a sad fact of Incredible ownership.
It seems that iPhones get the best accessories.
I use the factory windshield mount, and I just ordered the cradle featured in this link, http://www.oriongadgets.com/HTC-Dro...radle-with-2nd-battery-support-pid-11366.html
spotmark said:
I use the factory windshield mount, and I just ordered the cradle featured in this link, http://www.oriongadgets.com/HTC-Dro...radle-with-2nd-battery-support-pid-11366.html
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I have a similar mount I bought on ebay (here), and while it works, the phone sits completely vertical, 90 degrees to the desktop. Not a very comfortable viewing angle, lol. I may get one of those like you bought, as it looks like it's held a bit better than the stand I have. I definitely don't mind plugging the phone in, as I have to do it anyway...
As for car docks, there is one company who has a powered doc. Proclip has this mount, but you have to purchase the attachment point for your vehicle seperately, and the price rolls up pretty fast (for my truck, it was 109 before shipping, so I'm holding off on it for now). Nice thing is though that you can buy a version of it that wires into the vehicle, so you can hide the cabling a bit better than the chargers we use now.
I'm going to try to get some pictures of my desktop mount today or tonight, but I think it's going to require some modification to make it work how I wanted it to.
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I use the factory windshield mount, and I just ordered the cradle featured in this link, http://www.oriongadgets.com/HTC-Dro...radle-with-2nd-battery-support-pid-11366.html
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once you get your dock can you please let me know how it works out. maybe even some picks. this looks like this may be the one for me.
tonyfung820 said:
Here come cradle docking for Verizon Incredible if anyone interest!
http://www.emobile-accessories.com/products_cradle_htc_incredible.html
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Wow... you can just smell the sketchy-ness. Must be a new olfactory add-on for Chrome I didn't know I installed.
Windshield mounts are illegal here, which is fine considering it's not an SUV/truck, and vision is limited.
On my phones I use a small mount that clips into the central heater vent. It's not pretty, but it works very well.
Has anyone found a solid version of something like that, for the Nexus 7?
As nice as some of the custom installs here look, I'm not interested in replacing my stereo or any panels.
I'm just at a loss for if there is something like what I use for my cell phone, but on a larger scale. It would have to clip into the heater exhaust, and be solid enough to safely hold a tablet, but also crush down when not in use. Or if there's a good alternative, I'd be glad to try it.
If the mount can support a small case as well, and crush down into place, that would be a bonus.
Many thanks!
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Mountek!
Goes right in the CD Slot you can still use the CD player without any issues. I just leave that one cd in there and normally use bluetooth for all videos and music.
They don't make it official for tablets yet very slow company. But the current one they offer can easily be used for Nexus 7 with just opening and removing 2 parts (very easy) and secure.
This does not block your heating vents or the windshield
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Mountek!
Goes right in the CD Slot you can still use the CD player without any issues. I just leave that one cd in there and normally use bluetooth for all videos and music.
They don't make it official for tablets yet very slow company. But the current one they offer can easily be used for Nexus 7 with just opening and removing 2 parts (very easy) and secure.
This does not block your heating vents or the windshield
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Looks interesting....can you elaborate on how to mod it to fix the Nexus?
I don't think that the nexus 7 could be attached to something that would clip into the vent. I think it would be too heavy. I have one of those kinds of mounts for my phone, but it seems to have worn out after a while.
Couldn't you put some sort of a plastic disk onto your dashboard and mount it there? Or would that still be considered obstructing your view and not allowed?
Pro-clip makes mounts specific to your car with very little "install"
http://www.proclipusa.com/brodit-device-holder/asus/nexus-7-google.aspx
adamhlj said:
I don't think that the nexus 7 could be attached to something that would clip into the vent. I think it would be too heavy. I have one of those kinds of mounts for my phone, but it seems to have worn out after a while.
Couldn't you put some sort of a plastic disk onto your dashboard and mount it there? Or would that still be considered obstructing your view and not allowed?
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My dashboard is much too rounded to allow for that.
However, I just watched a video in the XDA forums that gave me an idea. I could probably mount one of those disk style setups underneath my dashboard, and rotate it upwards. I'm just not sure how well it would hold the weight.
My car is identical to the one here: http://www.carparts.com/roadtests/hondaciviccoupe/photos.htm
The center area protrudes out a fair bit, and while it's hard to see, it's not flat right above the radio. But it is flat underneath the center console.
Maybe I'll give the exomount a try, and see if it holds in place ok.
I saw a while back a clever use of a metal coat hanger and shrink wrap tubing to make a mount for an ipad. Simply bending it to hook onto your heat vents and then shrinking the tubing so it doesnt scratch the crap out of your nexus is the only real setup to it.
I cant put the link cause I'm new to the forum, but its on instructables and just search tablet car dock coat hanger. Its one of the first few results. The title is "How to custom tablet car dock for under 15 bucks".
I guess sheet metal was involved too, making it more complicated than i thought. But, that was for a 10-incher, perhaps with a lighter tablet that isnt necessary? Just a thought, figured I'd put my two cents in.
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My dashboard is much too rounded to allow for that.
However, I just watched a video in the XDA forums that gave me an idea. I could probably mount one of those disk style setups underneath my dashboard, and rotate it upwards. I'm just not sure how well it would hold the weight.
My car is identical to the one here: http://www.carparts.com/roadtests/hondaciviccoupe/photos.htm
The center area protrudes out a fair bit, and while it's hard to see, it's not flat right above the radio. But it is flat underneath the center console.
Maybe I'll give the exomount a try, and see if it holds in place ok.
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Hey blade. Do you have that little opening right underneath the radio? The one with the little door in front? I've seen cool installs using that opening and a dash/window mount attached inside. either suction cup to the inside, or using the dash mount disc thing
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Hey blade. Do you have that little opening right underneath the radio? The one with the little door in front? I've seen cool installs using that opening and a dash/window mount attached inside. either suction cup to the inside, or using the dash mount disc thing
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I sure do! That's where the line in to the car stereo is running.
That's some good thinking right there.
Thanks!
If you have a few air vents, you can try the breffo spiderpodium. The normal size works. There is a tablet version, but those are meant for larger tablets. The normal size works fine. I had an imitation spiderpodium, but the concept was the same. You wrap around to hold the device and then use a few of the "legs" to stick into the air vents.
Here is a pic . But I can attest to that the arms will hold and because the arms are pretty long, they can slip into the air vents and are pretty stable. YMMV.
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Here is one with a HTC Thunderbolt and spiderpodium
This thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1947967&highlight=car+mount+hack+guaranteed
This Post
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=33074377&postcount=1
And this post
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=33401295&postcount=28
Inexpensive and it just works.
bladebarrier said:
I sure do! That's where the line in to the car stereo is running.
That's some good thinking right there.
Thanks!
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Would love to see what your final product is.... Keep us posted
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Off topic but cool nonetheless IMO LOL....
I decided NOT to mount the N7 and just use it as a Nexus 7 HUD I am using the Seidio Active case, where the rubberized case grips the dash pretty well. No sliding what so ever on the drive home. :good:
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Off topic but cool nonetheless IMO LOL....
I decided NOT to mount the N7 and just use it as a Nexus 7 HUD I am using the Seidio Active case, where the rubberized case grips the dash pretty well. No sliding what so ever on the drive home. :good:
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Hah! That's pretty cool looking. What's the app?
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Off topic but cool nonetheless IMO LOL....
I decided NOT to mount the N7 and just use it as a Nexus 7 HUD I am using the Seidio Active case, where the rubberized case grips the dash pretty well. No sliding what so ever on the drive home. :good:
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Second this...how is that achieved? Totally awesome!
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Windshield mounts are illegal here, which is fine considering it's not an SUV/truck, and vision is limited.
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The Windshield mount is not the way to go, and nither is the vent mount.
This is what you are looking for. http://www.amazon.com/Kropsson-Univ...&qid=1343154299&sr=1-1&keywords=Kropsson++800
Its currently sold out at Amazon, but a quick Google search of the products name, will find you one.
I have this products big brother, sold through ExoGear, to hold my old Xoom tablet. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006JJZCAO/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00
Its actually quite a fantastic mount and is very customisable in terms of articulation, height adjustment, and vibration.
Im eventually going to do a full in-dash modification of my BMW E46 with my Nexus7, but until then, this is what Im rocking.
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Hah! That's pretty cool looking. What's the app?
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Second this...how is that achieved? Totally awesome!
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LOL my 4 yr old loves it. She counts with it haha....
The app I use is Ulysse Speedometer app, the free version.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.binarytoys.speedometer
I may get the paid version because it's a good app and doesn't need an ODBII Bluetooth, which I have lol. And saying that, for all you that have Torque (pro or free) there is a HUD function there as well. You have to play around with the different themes and dials to get the set up you want. However, the torque app requires the OBDII BT dongle depending on what you want to monitor. Not too sure if you can run it without it. I have the OBDII in my Tribute but on my 6, I do not so this app works well and the color can be changed to closely match your dash lights if you prefer, which I do lol.
Oh and to report back. I was using this HUD from the N7 in the 6 last night (Mazda 6 sedan), which I have modified a bit so this fits perfectly lol. But nonetheless the dash didn't accommodate the tablet too well and in this instance the tablet did move a tad. Not too much when going around the corners, but will move if you corner at 50mph lol. So in that case, I suggest a cheapie sticky pad to grip the tablet in this case. YMMV, in your case, it may work fine depending on your dash. Have fun!
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ritalin said:
The Windshield mount is not the way to go, and nither is the vent mount.
This is what you are looking for. http://www.amazon.com/Kropsson-Univ...&qid=1343154299&sr=1-1&keywords=Kropsson++800
Its currently sold out at Amazon, but a quick Google search of the products name, will find you one.
I have this products big brother, sold through ExoGear, to hold my old Xoom tablet. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006JJZCAO/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00
Its actually quite a fantastic mount and is very customisable in terms of articulation, height adjustment, and vibration.
Im eventually going to do a full in-dash modification of my BMW E46 with my Nexus7, but until then, this is what Im rocking.
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I was looking at that a few weeks ago but opted for the Kroppson Aero that fit both my sensation and N7, but just barely. I wouldn't recommend the Aero FYI, the mount you have works better IMO. Now that I am getting a N4 added to the family, which is a bit longer, this may fit both devices as well.
ritalin said:
I have this products big brother, sold through ExoGear, to hold my old Xoom tablet. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006JJZCAO/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00
Its actually quite a fantastic mount and is very customisable in terms of articulation, height adjustment, and vibration.
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I ended up ordering the ExoGear through Ebay (there are some sellers in the US, and they give free shipping, at the same price Amazon used to sell it for). Should be here today or Monday. Will post a pic of it once I decide how I'll set it up in the Civic.
What's the car app you're running there, or is that a modified UI of widgets? It's a nice setup.
also check out http---brodit.se, they have the nexus 7 mounting kit + car specific adapters for diverse mounting options which do not require any mods to the car.
ritalin said:
The Windshield mount is not the way to go, and nither is the vent mount.
This is what you are looking for. http://www.amazon.com/Kropsson-Univ...&qid=1343154299&sr=1-1&keywords=Kropsson++800
Its currently sold out at Amazon, but a quick Google search of the products name, will find you one.
I have this products big brother, sold through ExoGear, to hold my old Xoom tablet. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006JJZCAO/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00
Its actually quite a fantastic mount and is very customisable in terms of articulation, height adjustment, and vibration.
Im eventually going to do a full in-dash modification of my BMW E46 with my Nexus7, but until then, this is what Im rocking.
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Deff would like to know what car app that is! Thanks
Saw a few N7 car install integration but my version is to keep the car stock and just add a mount for the N7 so I can always take it out easily.
Here is a picture to keep you subscribed to this thread, I need more time to write the review.
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What mount is this? This is exactly what I'm looking for
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Hey guys, this mount is from KOREA and the brand is Xenomix, I got mine on ebay. I had the 'EXOGEAR' dash type mount before but the mounting base is so big.
EXOGEAR
Xenomix
The model for 7' tablet mount is Xenomix 2X SHG-NX2000
Size: 100 x 155 x 122 mm
Weight: 190g
Color: Black
Up to 8' inch
so this is like a sticky/suction cup mount? I've had bad luck with these in the past and was wondering if this one is any different esp in extreme winters/summers
looking for a car mount for my 2012 Mitsubishi lancer...
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nolook said:
so this is like a sticky/suction cup mount? I've had bad luck with these in the past and was wondering if this one is any different esp in extreme winters/summers
looking for a car mount for my 2012 Mitsubishi lancer...
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I have the mount on the dash for 2 months now, went through the summer fine, if the extreme heat was fine, I'm sure the winter weather will be fine too. :good:
As long as you have a fairly flat area on the dash, it should held on tight!
Can the Nexus 7 remain vertically oriented.
I just purchased this car mount for my nexus 7. However, I like to have the nexus in portait mode, not landscape. Will this mount allow me to do that?
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I have the mount on the dash for 2 months now, went through the summer fine, if the extreme heat was fine, I'm sure the winter weather will be fine too. :good:
As long as you have a fairly flat area on the dash, it should held on tight!
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I use the cell phone mount from Wal-Mart works just fine. Universal cell phone holder clips in vents
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I just purchased this car mount for my nexus 7. However, I like to have the nexus in portait mode, not landscape. Will this mount allow me to do that?
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Works with portrait and landscape! :good:
Sturdy, stable, simple mount! Highly recommended!
JUST got mine in from Korea. Took a while to get here.Ordered it 12/3 and received today on 12/17 about 10 business days not counting weekends.
The packaging is really nice, thin but nice. Inside you find the mount ready to go except for maybe the inserts or tabs to insert in the mount depending on your dash to adjust/correct the height.
The suction cup is comprised of the sticky pad stuff that you see on the Xenogear mounts where you can use a wet towel to re-institute the sticky suction cup if it gotten too dirty.
The GREAT thing is that this mount is way smaller than any of the other "off dash" mounts that I have seen. I prefer this because if you use the mount with a N7, then your vision is not impaired because the tablet it not on the said dash, rather off the dash, maybe hanging is a better term to use lol.
Another awesome aspect of this mount. It can be used with both my Nexus 4 phone with or without a tpu case on. However, you have to place the phone in vertically. Which isn't horrible, I am use to mounts with side clamps of some sort. Just something to get used to.
Anywhoo...here's some pics with both the N7 and N4. I recommend this if you are looking for a smaller footprint of a mount! I'll report back on usage in a couple of days.
Does this mount come with an extension to sit further out from the dash if needed?
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Does this mount come with an extension to sit further out from the dash if needed?
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It does a bit. The mount, when unswitched can telescope out a bit. I attached a quick pic telescoped and not. Looks like it comes out like 2 inches. Which is pretty cool.
That is perfect! Thank you so much for the pics.
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JUST got mine in from Korea. Took a while to get here.Ordered it 12/3 and received today on 12/17 about 10 business days not counting weekends.
The packaging is really nice, thin but nice. Inside you find the mount ready to go except for maybe the inserts or tabs to insert in the mount depending on your dash to adjust/correct the height.
The suction cup is comprised of the sticky pad stuff that you see on the Xenogear mounts where you can use a wet towel to re-institute the sticky suction cup if it gotten too dirty.
The GREAT thing is that this mount is way smaller than any of the other "off dash" mounts that I have seen. I prefer this because if you use the mount with a N7, then your vision is not impaired because the tablet it not on the said dash, rather off the dash, maybe hanging is a better term to use lol.
Another awesome aspect of this mount. It can be used with both my Nexus 4 phone with or without a tpu case on. However, you have to place the phone in vertically. Which isn't horrible, I am use to mounts with side clamps of some sort. Just something to get used to.
Anywhoo...here's some pics with both the N7 and N4. I recommend this if you are looking for a smaller footprint of a mount! I'll report back on usage in a couple of days.
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I also got the same dock, it looks great very well built.
The only thing I want to comment is that the arm that moves forward and backward is too short for my car. The dashboard of my car is not flat, it's kinda curved upwards and have a line across from left to right. So I have to put the dock to far back, towards the windshield to make the dock suction cup stick to the dashboard. The N7 is sitting kinda high above the dashboard as the end result.
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I also got the same dock, it looks great very well built.
The only thing I want to comment is that the arm that moves forward and backward is too short for my car. The dashboard of my car is not flat, it's kinda curved upwards and have a line across from left to right. So I have to put the dock to far back, towards the windshield to make the dock suction cup stick to the dashboard. The N7 is sitting kinda high above the dashboard as the end result.
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Does the mount cover the volume controls? Difficult to tell from the photos.
I do like the look of it!
Cheers
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Does the mount cover the volume controls? Difficult to tell from the photos.
I do like the look of it!
Cheers
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No it doesn't.
I got the one from the same company off Ebay that is supported entirely by the cd slot. I found the thread about it here somewhere.
...Anywho It's a little wobbly on bumpy pothole roads, but its not going anywhere. It comes with little rubber stabilizer posts but I couldn't use them since the radio touch screen is behind it. I really enjoy it considering Toyota wanted another $2000 for their nav/web link stereo system and my N7 pretty much does the same thing! I don't see any damage to the CD slot either, I don't use it anyways. Sorry if the pics turn out bad, I'm on the XDA app
BTW, what do you guys use to keep charging the Nexus 7 while it is in NAVIGATION mode?
I tried multiple USB car charger and although the N7 shows as "charging", the battery goes down. The N7 was in this mode:
- Car mode using Car Home Ultra
- Google Navigation
- Connected to my phone wifi (tethering)
- Brightness at 75%
- NO BLUETOOTH
Since the wall charger is rated at 2A, I guess we need a car plug and a car charger able to provide 2A. I don't think I have ever seen a car charger that powerful.
Great mount. I've been looking for something similar to this. Thanks for the pics.
Hey guys. Ive looked and there are a few threads but nothing seems conclusive as to what is the best choice for a car mount that will fit the note 2 and also work with the s3.
I want a strong suction and something that will hold the phones steady for use as a gps buy not block the screen and must allow for the car charger to be plugged in to the phone.
Need two so preferably something that won't break the bank.
Thanks.
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http://www.shoppingsquare.com.au/p_..._Holder_for_Smart_Phones_PDA_GPS_Mobile_Phone
ive got one of these. it opens wide enough to hold my note 2 with my chunky heavy duty case. enough suction force to not wobble either. but only really seems to work on windscreens. wont work on the faux leather dash in my honda civic, but will work on plastic dashes.
I went with the iBolt xProDock for my Note 2. It fits the GS3 as well and works with cases. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1910428 or http://amzn.com/B00AOCSFYC
I love it. It is super easy to insert/remove the phone and it holds it very solidly. I've had it a month and I only suctioned it one time. It shows no signs of weakening. I think the price is definitely worth it.
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I went with the iBolt xProDock for my Note 2. It fits the GS3 as well and works with cases. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1910428 or http://amzn.com/B00AOCSFYC
I love it. It is super easy to insert/remove the phone and it holds it very solidly. I've had it a month and I only suctioned it one time. It shows no signs of weakening. I think the price is definitely worth it.
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seems awfully expensive for something with 3.5/5 rating. I think I prefer the clip posted above. i'm going to try to find it locally if not i'll order online.
if there's anything else that would be better please suggest it!
Got the mountek cd slot holder. Couldn't be happier. Doesn't block the road and looks almost like a 2din receiver. Oh super stable too. My old suction one would shake so much and it would be hard to reach while driving
I use the official Samsung Galaxy Universal Suction Car Mount Kit for Samsung Galaxy Phones available from Amazon US. I paid £22 for it delivered to the UK. Very solid, works well with my Galaxy Nexus, S2 and iPhone. Reviews suggest it does work with the Note 2 as well.
You will need to purchase a car charger though, but cannot fault it at all.
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http://www.shoppingsquare.com.au/p_..._Holder_for_Smart_Phones_PDA_GPS_Mobile_Phone
ive got one of these. it opens wide enough to hold my note 2 with my chunky heavy duty case. enough suction force to not wobble either. but only really seems to work on windscreens. wont work on the faux leather dash in my honda civic, but will work on plastic dashes.
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I got the same car mount and reviewed it here with pictures:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=37487154&postcount=49
The only difference, it was from ebay shipped for only $3.95. Took a little over a week to get here, and it's a fantastic car mount that will hold any phone.
Exomount 2!
I own a few of the Exomounts and one of their newest, the Exomount 2. It is easily the best I have tried as far as a universal type mount.
http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/megagrip-galaxy-s-3-sticky-dash-mount.html
My girlfriend uses this in her 2011 Scion with her GS3. It will also fit the Note 2 with most cases. If you have a giant Otterbox case, it'll be a tight fit. I like this mount because it sticks to the dash and can be adjusted to be around the level of an air vent mount. You can adjust it to different heights and even use it on the windshield.
Her Scion has a textured dash and it hasn't come off in 3 months. Good mount, imo.
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thanks for the link. I guess I should have updated the post to mention I already ordered mine.
ended up going with a clip style holder, I like the design more and I want to use the phones horizontally, which the clip seemed to be sturdier at holding than this kind of mount.
let's hope its good!
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thanks for the link. I guess I should have updated the post to mention I already ordered mine.
ended up going with a clip style holder, I like the design more and I want to use the phones horizontally, which the clip seemed to be sturdier at holding than this kind of mount.
let's hope its good!
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Since N2 has a big screen, I like to mount it in portrait mode more than landscape for GPS navigation. It lets me look more further ahead.
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Shady Gambino said:
http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/megagrip-galaxy-s-3-sticky-dash-mount.html
My girlfriend uses this in her 2011 Scion with her GS3. It will also fit the Note 2 with most cases. If you have a giant Otterbox case, it'll be a tight fit. I like this mount because it sticks to the dash and can be adjusted to be around the level of an air vent mount. You can adjust it to different heights and even use it on the windshield.
Her Scion has a textured dash and it hasn't come off in 3 months. Good mount, imo.
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Arkon makes some of the most durable car mounts! I have this Megagrip since 2.5 years using it with Droid X and now Note 2. What I'm very excited about is their upcoming Slim-Grip Ultra mount that can fit anything from Note 2 to Nexus 7. I talked to Arkon customer support and they mentioned it will be available in a few weeks. Once I get it - will review it here!
The best ones are from ibolt..... check its Web Page. .. !!
http://www.ibolt.co/ibxs-33603
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Personally I the Breffo Spiderpod, I know its not a car mount but works a treat. just shape it to what you want. Mine uses the vents to hang on, been using it for 2 months now. My Note 2 has never come out, and I just slid it in and out even fits a treat with my flipcover.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Breffo-Spid...19K4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1360079702&sr=8-1
The Samsung i9300 official one works perfectly for me - fits my Note 2 with case, and is also sold as S3 compatible (and in fact I've tried mine with an S3 and works fine). Solid, has never fallen off my windscreen, and I'm just converting it at the moment to have a fixed power plug I can slot the phone on to, though that's probably not an option if you want to use the 2 phones with it.
I second the IBolt for Note2. I have been waiting for it to be released for months now and it is finally out. Although you have to wait for the charging cable until March.
It is built very very well, mounts to windshield, dashboard and has an optional permanent mount bracket also. My favorite part is the phone goes into Dock mode once attached. I have this mount for the GS3 and it is amaizing. Before purchasing it for the S3 i went through three seperate mounts from Best buy, returned them all. None of them came even remotely close to the quality of the IBolt mount.
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I second the IBolt for Note2. I have been waiting for it to be released for months now and it is finally out. Although you have to wait for the charging cable until March.
It is built very very well, mounts to windshield, dashboard and has an optional permanent mount bracket also. My favorite part is the phone goes into Dock mode once attached. I have this mount for the GS3 and it is amaizing. Before purchasing it for the S3 i went through three seperate mounts from Best buy, returned them all. None of them came even remotely close to the quality of the IBolt mount.
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I was following this dock right up to the point where they said you had to connect the power cable yourself. I wanted a mount that I could slide the phone in onto a power connector, for one-handed operation. I'm now making my own
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I was following this dock right up to the point where they said you had to connect the power cable yourself. I wanted a mount that I could slide the phone in onto a power connector, for one-handed operation. I'm now making my own
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I get what your saying, but i usually dock my phone when i get into my truck connect it and it stays there until i get out. I don't see any reason for plugging and unplugging it while driving unless i'm missing something?
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I get what your saying, but i usually dock my phone when i get into my truck connect it and it stays there until i get out. I don't see any reason for plugging and unplugging it while driving unless i'm missing something?
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Me too, it's just the ease of doing this that I want. Slide in, slide out, no fumbling around for cables and getting the orientation and angle right and pushing it in properly... Much rather have a 1 handed operation that I can get in the car, place the phone in its dock, bring the sides in to grip it (easily all done with 1 hand), and have it activate car mode and start charging from the car at the same time. Equally, to get it out I just press a button on the back to release the grip, and pull the phone up - still all easily done with one hand. It's how I've had every other car dock as well. Sometimes when I get in the car I forget to put my phone in the dock, so it becomes even tricker - this makes it very easy.
Anyway, each to their own. I'll probably start a thread about the one I'm making at some point so other people can do the same thing if they want.
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Anyway, each to their own. I'll probably start a thread about the one I'm making at some point so other people can do the same thing if they want.
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I'm interested in your project. I was ruined by the excellent car dock that Motorola made for the Atrix. It was perfect.
Hello!
So I am searching for the perfect car holder for dashboard for the HTC M8.
The official one is very expensive and of course it will be limited for M8 only (no future phone)
So I have found 3 interesting models online all universal and one handed usable:
Anyone tried one of these?
Kit Universal car support
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Kit-Anywhere-Multisurface-Suction-Smartphones/dp/B004DUMBX2
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Osomount Push:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/OSOMount-Universal-Mobile-Holder-Enabled/dp/B00JXNJJKC/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1399630365&sr=1-3&keywords=osomount+touch
Exogear Touch:
http://www.exogear.com/products-exomount-touch-one-touch-car-mount-holder.html
I bought this originally for my nexus 5 last year and will continue to use it with my m8. Works great very low profile so it's non-obtrusive.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00I58VAZS/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?qid=1399705722&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70
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I'm about to try this one: http://www.amazon.com/Clingo-Univer...ie=UTF8&qid=1399708629&sr=8-5&keywords=Clingo
Just waiting for delivery.
Tip: The Brodit passive Car Mount for SGS3 fits also the M8.
Anyone have any other good car mounts they've used with the M8, preferably with a case? That doesn't obstruct the cameras?
The Clingo has poor reviews, they all say after a couple months the green sticky stuff comes off on everything
I've tried 2 previous versions of "EXOMounts" and both had horrible suction, couldn't hold my EVO 4G lte caseless. Weights far less than the M8.
The OSOMount isn't even released yet, not willing to be another guinea pig.
The KitAnywhere looks sketchy at best, its holding an iPhone and doesnt appear it has much more give.
The Arkon looks ok, and is slim, but will it hold the weight of the M8, and not let it go when driving over bumpy surfaces? Will be driving a large box truck soon and need to make sure it can take a shakin and not drop my precious
The Arkon has really good reviews, just would like a hands on opinion from someone with a M8.
Thanks in advance!
I just ordered a Mountek. I had been considering getting one of these for quite a while. I really like being able to attach it inside of your cd slot. Just a note though... they have two versions, a clamp down version and a magnetic one. My first thought was to get the magnetic one since our phone is metal, duh =P. But aluminum is not magnetic, and since I prefer a clear case for my phone, the metal plate would look pretty horrible inside of it. So, if you are using a case that is not clear, I would suggest getting the magnetic one, otherwise get the clamp version. There are plenty of other types of mounts though. But for my particular car, a dash or window mount would be up a bit too high for my taste.
If interested, I can post some pics of the mountek with the M8 once it gets here.
I'm using the 'classic' Mountek nGroove Grip, and it's perfect. You have to remove the bottom legs to get access to the headphones jack and the microUSB port, but the grip is strong enough to hold the phone even without it.
What I like about it is that it keeps the phone close to me and facing directly at me (as opposed to farther under the windshield where you have to lean down to use it or stretch) - and also it doesn't obstruct your view - it's perfect, really.
If you don't wanna give up your CD slot it also fits into just creases in your dashboard.
Highly recommended!
I'm definitely interested in seeing pictures of the Mountek mount and hear about opinions, if the M8 can be mounted in landscape mode and if it keeps the phone stable while driving. Appreciate it!
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Anyone have any other good car mounts they've used with the M8, preferably with a case? That doesn't obstruct the cameras?
The Clingo has poor reviews, they all say after a couple months the green sticky stuff comes off on everything
I've tried 2 previous versions of "EXOMounts" and both had horrible suction, couldn't hold my EVO 4G lte caseless. Weights far less than the M8.
The OSOMount isn't even released yet, not willing to be another guinea pig.
The KitAnywhere looks sketchy at best, its holding an iPhone and doesnt appear it has much more give.
The Arkon looks ok, and is slim, but will it hold the weight of the M8, and not let it go when driving over bumpy surfaces? Will be driving a large box truck soon and need to make sure it can take a shakin and not drop my precious
The Arkon has really good reviews, just would like a hands on opinion from someone with a M8.
Thanks in advance!
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I have actually this holder http://www.maisondugsm.com/a/produit/produit/1852246/support_auto_avec_ventouse_pama_windscreen_couleur_noir_pour_htc_one_m8.html but one of the side doesn't have rubber or soft plastic so it will scratch my M8 with time so it need both hand to put the phone and pull it without scratching it.
About the Exomount suction, I am planning to stick it to my actual disk pad which has double sided 3M sticky paste to stuck on my dashboard,it's the red thingy on the picture.
Though I wonder if its worth 45$ with delivery charges...
Edit: I have found a tailored made holder for the M8 though I wonder if it won't scratch the phone borders as it doesn't look rubberized where it ''clips'' and it will definitely need the disk pad too for the dashboard mount.
http://www.amazon.es/Celicious-Exclusivo-Ajustable-cualquier-Orientaci%C3%B3n/dp/B00K2E55AE/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1399885918&sr=1-1&keywords=htc+m8+soporte+coche
I use both the Tetrax Ego and Fix in my car - Ego for summer when I want the phone mounted over an air vent to keep the battery cool (LONG drive from the South to Upstate NY using GPS and/or playing music) and the Fix for winter/daily driving.
No, you won't be able to use the camera while it's mounted (due to the dash being in the way) but it holds my devices rock solid. I've never had it fall off, even with a charging cable plugged into it. I started using it with my Incredible, and used it with the Thunderbolt, the ReZound, the M7, and now my M8. The M7 and M8 I use/d caseless (though I have a skin on the M8, don't want to scratch this beauty) and it holds perfectly. It does require adhering a small button on the back of the device, but this also has helped keep the camera from getting scratched when I lay it on it's back on a table.
The M8 with a case on it might need the XWay or the FixWay (made for larger devices, they have stabilizing rubber "feet" in an X pattern radiating out from the magnetic piece.)
Really can't recommend these enough.They hold perfectly, and are VERY unobtrusive when not in use.
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I'm definitely interested in seeing pictures of the Mountek mount and hear about opinions, if the M8 can be mounted in landscape mode and if it keeps the phone stable while driving. Appreciate it!
Sent from my HTC One M8
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Sorry, don't have pictures of the holder with the device in it.
I'll just note that the holder is adjustable, you can place it either this way or upside down (it swivels 360 degrees), and the grip is adjustable and strong (I actually got my Nexus 7 to fit in it!)
It can easily be turned aside to landscape, and is VERY stable (you can adjust its rigidness).
I used a Mountek in my old car. The felt lining along the CD slot crumpled up and never looked the same again. Depending on how much that bothers you, you might want to avoid them. I'm thinking of getting a ProClip this time around. It uses a suction cup, which goes on a separate dashboard mount that clips into place somewhere on your dash; where exactly depends on your car and what they've made for it. I read a Honda Accord forum; for that car at least, it's supposedly as stable as can be.
http://www.proclipusa.com/phone-holders/device/htc/one-m8.cmsv
Ok so I must decide between Osomount Quick Grip which looks more solid than the U Grip and the iOttie HERE
My main goal is to have a one handed friendly holder, not bulky and of course not falling
I'm going to order the Arkon, after seeing the review here and the reviews online are all really good. It'll also fit my phone with case, and not block the camera. After some run ins with drunk off duty cops, telling me to get out my car and fight (lol), I like the idea of being able to record out the windshield, or front facing camera without obstruction. Will update with a review after I get it and use it for a few days or so. Thanks for all the reviews / suggestions here
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I58VAZS/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A11V2MDXFAC9IW
are there any car docks that have the USB built in?
does HTC make anything official for the M8 ?
I went ahead and ordered the Mountek nGroove Snap 2 (http://www.mountek.com/shop/categor...i-use-car-mount-smartphones-and-mini-tablets/).
I drive a 2013 FR-S and suction cups have an incredibly hard time sticking to the surface of the dash. I also like that it doesn't obstruct the view of the windshield and it's much more minimal than their Grip mount. I have two TPU cases, one clear on the back and another all black. Figure I'll just apply the extra magnetic blade to the back of the case I'll use in my car.
Once it arrives, I'll share my impressions along with some pictures.
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are there any car docks that have the USB built in?
does HTC make anything official for the M8 ?
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Yep they have an official one and very pretty but it costs a leg and an arm (above 70$) for a holder you will throw next year when the M9 will be out
I bought this a few years ago for my Sensation and have used it on many phones with and without cases since: http://www.proclipusa.com/phone-hol...ble-holder-with-tilt-swivel-875214-18871.cmsv
I've used it on the Sensation, GS3, Galaxy Nexus, Nexus 4, One (M7) and now the M8. All with and without cases (you just have to adjust it)
Again, it's adjustable and works perfectly with my M8 and my Seidio Surface case. You have to purchase the mount to go with it. It is expensive but you'll never have to buy another car mount again.
Just got my Mountek grip yesterday. Here are some pics with and without the M8. Sorry for the poor quality of the ones with the phone in the mount. They were taken with an S3.
MindfulSheep said:
Just got my Mountek grip yesterday. Here are some pics with and without the M8. Sorry for the poor quality of the ones with the phone in the mount. They were taken with an S3.
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Nice but won't it press on volume button?
I ordered the iottie because it has a one hand system button and it got a very good rate on amazon 4.6/5 over 202 reviews!! http://www.iottie.com/Product/ProductDetail.aspx?ProductID=1050&ProductType=321
vegetaleb said:
Nice but won't it press on volume button?
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Nope. Doesn't hit any buttons, but does obstruct some of them. Not really a big deal for me, but might be for others. Obviously it also depends on the car, and where you decide to place it. It doesn't have to be mounted in the cd slot. It can be mounted in other crevices. I'll probably test it out in some other spots and see what I prefer.