I recently picked up the Turbo in Blue from Best Buy (Edged up, and they gave me a $100 gift card for activating it!) and this is too beautiful to go with a case so I'm going naked (except for a glass screen protector)
In my car, I already had this Mountek CD Magnet Mount http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HMDYH2U/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It was OK but it didn't always hold well over bumps and sometimes it did come out of the CD slot if I wasn't vigilant. It didn't help that I had the HTC One Max which is a beast of a phone.
In the store, the Turbo did stick to the Mountek magnet (I had to disable the smart cover software) but when I hooked it up in my car it slid down slowly (this is without using the metal pads) - I could have attached a metal pad to it but it would have ruined the look of my sexy phone so I decided to go back to a mechanical mounting solution.
I ordered the iBolt xProdock holder (instead of the system I went with the bare holder for $15) http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KAJOSZO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I was able to pop of the magnet from the Mountek unit, and use the existing 17mm ball for the iBolt to effectively mount it in my CD Slot. I have only driven with it one day but I'm pretty happy with the end result - the iBolt holder has clips on the back to route the USB wire through, and there is an app for the iBolt Car "experience" which I wasn't thrilled with (and besides, the Turbo does everything I need with just the sound of my voice). If the CD Slot still fails over time like it did with my prior setup I may move the Mountek mount to one of the grooves in my car, or even better, I may end up getting a Proclip setup and putting an AMPS 17mm ball joint on that. Time will tell.
I'll post some pics of the setup later when I get back out to my car.
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Mine just arrived and it fits great. Very high quality.
Pictures please
Brodit's own pictures are always so bad !
Can you buy or look at these in any stores in the UK. I'd like to see them before ordering one over the net?
could you turn the device to landscape position? which device have you bought? I've found pages but could't get much more infos
http://www.ecron.de (under 'SUCHE' type HTC HD2)
hello 1pudding1 brodit in u.k
Hello 1pudding1. Go here in the U.K http://www.dsldevelopments.com/brodit/holder/HTC+HD2-Brodit-Holder.asp I purchased my Brodit holder and pro clip for my Touch HD from them it’s a cracking holder you will not be disappointed
Jez
I also bought the passive holder from the same place as jez.stix.
It's a tight fit, e.g. you have to hold the cradle with one hand while pushing the phone up with the other when removing it from the cradle. But that's a good thing as you know the phone won't slide out when in landscape mode.
The car mounts are designed to slide in between gaps in the dash, usually around the vents. The mount is secure enough but if you tried to pull the phone out with one hand you'll end up pulling the mount out of the dash.
Mujja said:
I also bought the passive holder from the same place as jez.stix.
It's a tight fit, e.g. you have to hold the cradle with one hand while pushing the phone up with the other when removing it from the cradle. But that's a good thing as you know the phone won't slide out when in landscape mode.
The car mounts are designed to slide in between gaps in the dash, usually around the vents. The mount is secure enough but if you tried to pull the phone out with one hand you'll end up pulling the mount out of the dash.
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i have the active holder with the proclip. Solid and unable to pull the mount off the dash lol. Perfect fit and good build quality.
Hi all, after some advice re a car mount for my wonderful little gadget. I have a pdair leather case and as I use my phone a bit in my car (tomtom and some calls and even listening to podcasts etc) I am going to get a car mount and want opinions on the pdair mount http://www.amazon.co.uk/PDair-Sucti...2?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1267533319&sr=8-2 or the "arm type" mount http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/WINDSCREEN-SU...ries_MobilePhoneBatteries?hash=item5190b13e3c (or something along that line)... any help/advice would be appreciated...
FEI I am leaning more to the pdair version as I wont have to keep taking my phone out of the case and then puting it back in... but the arm type would prob be sturdier... decisions decisions...
I can only comment on the second item - as that is what I bought (along with a PDAir pouch for the HD2).
It holds well onto the windscreen and is reasonably solid. The unit doesn't really need the retaining clip at the top of the phone (unless you are doing some serious off-roading).
The only problem I have found is the length the holder is away from the windscreen. With most cars now coming with very sloping windscreens and the size of the HD2, you may find it very awkward to install and remove the HD2 from the holder (not a problem if you are fitting it portrait ways). My first attempt was to tilt the holder so that the top of the phone was closer to me than the bottom of the phone. Since I prefer to look at the phone without this incline, I used an old Adhesive plate (that came with my old car holder kit for a HTC Diamond), mounted that on the dashboard and attached the car kit to that.
I bought from this ebay seller and it doesn't come with a charger, yet you can buy the same item for the same price on ebay that do include a charger.
Thanks for the info Fred... I ordered one and will see how it works out... the dashboard trick sounds right along the lines I was thinking...
Can anyone suggest a not too expensive car mount that fits the tmo HD2? the windshield kind, not the vent kind.
NOt sure..but this is the best one!
http://www.proclipusa.com/home/home.aspx?afid=42&admkt=670ca577&gclid=CKTHtJipw6QCFUNM5Qod1Wf8iw
I found a perfect mount at compusa that is made for an iphone but works great on my HD2. can send part number if needed.
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I use the Tetrax Xway. It requires a magnet on the back of the case. I initially thought it would be annoying but I positioned it in the very middle of the phone so the phone can spin on it. I can't tell you how much enjoyment being able to spin my phone has been. With a good twirl it can spin for 2 minutes 30 seconds. I really freaked people out when Inception was big as it seemed to never stop spinning like that totem.
But the actual mount attaches to the car's AC vent which is the perfect position. The center console just seems too far away. It can be just to the right of the steering wheel.
An additional benefit is with a neodymium magnet set I got from ThinkGeek I can mount the phone anywhere that's metal. I just take four of the little cylindrical magnets and form a square with them. The phone magnet fits quite well in the divet in the middle of them. I now have a phone mount on the hood of the oven to load recipes while I cook (or watch a movie). It's quite secure, and the magnet won't hurt the phone. Just keep anything with a hard drive away like an iPod.
An interesting possibility would be to buy a cheaper clip on cover from eBay (preferably black) then buy a cheap gps mount. Then glue the case onto the mount. Then you will have an adjustable $10-15 cheap car mount
i wonder if they would make one that fits hd2 that has an otterbox case on it
Has any one tried this mount with the nexus 7?
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 (P3100) - Holder with Tilt Swivel
Item #: 511381
thanks
No, but I've emailed them. They said they are still waiting to receive their Nexus. Then they would probably have a 3-5 week period before they'd be available for order.
can we get a link PLEASEEEEEEEEEEEE
THANKS in advance
Here's a link to the one in question. I believe they also have one for the kindle fire. I'm sure one technically works based on size, but I'll wait for the actual Nexus one to be released.
http://www.proclipusa.com/store/products/holder-with-tilt-swivel-511381.aspx
Then you need the vehicle mount of your choice for your specific vehicle.
I have the iPad version of that mount and it's excellent albeit a bit pricey.
How do you mount it? Screw it on to the dash?
if you click the link above, you should see vehicle mounts.
They make different mounts for each car. Typically without the use of even double sided tape. Definitely no screwing to the dash.
The device mount, bolts to the vehicle mount. The vehicle mount is attached to your specific vehicle. Nothing permanent.
For my car for example, there are two mounts that use no tools at all, and one that uses double sided tape.
I bought a ProClip mount for my phone (Galaxy S II) and was unimpressed to find that it lightly clipped into the dash of my car, but was mostly held on with adhesive tape. On hot days, the tape basically melts and the mount stays lightly clipped in, but sags and moves around. Not the "perfect sturdy mounting solution" that was advertised.
I emailed support and their answer to me (paraphrased) was "well we've sold a hundred of these without issue, so we can't do anything for you".
Oh great, I feel like a moron for spending $85 on a phone mount. So, word of warning, depending on what car you drive and what type of mount you order, it might sag under the weight of the Nexus 7.
brahmy said:
I bought a ProClip mount for my phone (Galaxy S II) and was unimpressed to find that it lightly clipped into the dash of my car, but was mostly held on with adhesive tape. On hot days, the tape basically melts and the mount stays lightly clipped in, but sags and moves around. Not the "perfect sturdy mounting solution" that was advertised.
I emailed support and their answer to me (paraphrased) was "well we've sold a hundred of these without issue, so we can't do anything for you".
Oh great, I feel like a moron for spending $85 on a phone mount. So, word of warning, depending on what car you drive and what type of mount you order, it might sag under the weight of the Nexus 7.
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I love their holders (made by Brodit) but the dash adapters are weak.
I use a dash adapter from panavise. It is made of steel. The bolt patterns match those used by Proclip/Brodit. Works great.
I wish Brodit/Proclip would support the pogo pins and what-not.
I might try this out here soon, been wanting to do a full in dash install or radio replacement for the Nexus 7 but can't find anything for that.
I'm looking for a car mount that can replace my old N5's qi based charger. I have a curved/textured dashboard, it would be great if I can mount on that!
Thanks!
My old civic had a curved and textured dash and was incredibly difficult to find a suction mount that actually held.
Enter iOttie.
These mounts typically have a soft and sticky suction mount that will adhere to almost any surface. I picked up the "easy flex 2" which has served me well for a couple years without ever detaching.
Word of caution though, when trying remove the mount yesterday it took CONSIDERABLE effort to pry it from my dash as the sticky bottom of the suction cup had become so settled that it seemed glued to my dash. I eventually pried it off but not without leaving some marks on my dash which I do not know if they can be cleaned off. The most common complaint for iOttie seems to be this "super adhesion" and is worth considering before purchase.
Tons of their mounts are available on amazon, http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias=mobile&field-keywords=iottie
HTH!
Any idea if a magnetic mount will work on the 5X (as with the 5?)
Thanks!
ProClip USA
My iOttie Easy One Touch 2 car mount has been awesome
I have an iOttie which works great. My new car has a weird curve to the windshield so I now use a CD player mount ballhead phone holder that works really well.
Mountek
Mountek is fantastic (if you have a CD drawer you do not use...)
yrreP said:
Mountek is fantastic (if you have a CD drawer you do not use...)
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This! I love this mount and always recommend it to people who have a CD slot in the dash, as long as its not in an awkward position. It's centered, close, my old iOttie dash mount was leaving an imprint, and cooler temperature wise by not being in the windshield. The last one is important for me especially in the hot Florida sun.
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Do you get the magnetic version?
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Do you get the magnetic version?
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Just the CD slot version for me. On my Audi it sits very nicely above any car interface I might want to use, thus doesn't get in the way of anything.
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Just the CD slot version for me. On my Audi it sits very nicely above any car interface I might want to use, thus doesn't get in the way of anything.
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The cd slot version has two different kinds though.
One has a magnetic plate
One has the normal cradle to put your phone in
Ah, sorry, I have the cradle.
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I'm thinking about getting this Spigen car mount
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I'm thinking about getting this Spigen car mount
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I like that one alot but not so sure I want something actually on top of my dashboard. I'd rather have it in front like the CD one
I'm happy to see my original iOttie OneTouch will fit the N5X (I currently use it with the N5). Says it fits phones up to 2.9".
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I actually decided to order another one but this time the magnetic Snap 3 version. I realized that because the phone has both power and volume on one side, the cradle version would have to grip it lower than it does on my GS5. Kind of throwing it off centered while in landscape. I do like the idea of putting the mounting badge on the inside of a case to keep it more discrete.
I went with the Spigen mount... It works great on my current HTC One M7, but I have concerns with the buttons in the middle of the phone on the 5X. Will see this week...
banksc said:
I went with the Spigen mount... It works great on my current HTC One M7, but I have concerns with the buttons in the middle of the phone on the 5X. Will see this week...
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I hadn't thought about that. Please update with how that goes. I still haven't pulled the trigger on it.
Ok, been using the Spigen mount over the past few days... Overall, I think it will be hit/miss for many. I started with the phone centered in the mount, which results in the volume buttons being in the 'clamp zone', the power button was not interfered with. I inserted/removed the phone several times. There was one time that I noticed the volume button was hit (showing the volume slider on screen), but it wasn't being held down. So, there will be instances when the volume (and maybe the power, depending on how you insert) can be bumped, but it doesn't appear that the mount design will keep the button pressed.
I then adjusted the phone so it was offset in the mount so that the volume/power were not interfered with. Made inserting the phone a bit awkward, but that is likely due to having a certain method of mounting the phone. I think I just need to re-learn the process and it will be fine. I was happy with the result because it actually moves the phone closer to me. I have had no issues hitting the volume keys with it offset, nor was there any issues with the stability of the mount with the phone like this.
So, YMMV, but I will continue to use the Spigen mount...
I bought a Spigen magnetic vent clip mount. Then I cut down a Ringke Slim case and mounted a plate behind it. Phone slips and the magnet holds the butchered case in place when installing and removing. If I am running a case I put a plate in between the phone and the case and place a piece of dryer sheet between the phone and the plate. Not the nicest but quite functional.