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This is what i did.
Bought This car mount
Used "WOOT"(without ") to get 20$ off.
Shipping Cost: $5.00
Grand Total: $9.99
then i bought This cover to put the disk on
used "30htcoff" to get 30% off HTC Accessories
Total : US $7.04
grand total for a car mount...
17.03$
I have the same mount. works ok. instructions say mount the disk on the upper portion of the case, i found the middle works better if you intend on using landscape mode for GPS or Video. If you put it near the top, it doesnt stay in landscape mode for long, it slips down.
I use something similar, but more flush against the car surface for the Evo.
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-UNIVERSAL-M...ccessories&hash=item45e943669b#ht_3019wt_1139
I tried the cheap car mount, but without the case. The disk adhesive wouldn't stick to the back of my EVO at all. Whenever I tried to lock the disk into the holder, it'd just twist off.
derik123derik123 said:
This is what i did.
Bought This car mount
Used "WOOT"(without ") to get 20$ off.
Shipping Cost: $5.00
Grand Total: $9.99
then i bought This cover to put the disk on
used "30htcoff" to get 30% off HTC Accessories
Total : US $7.04
grand total for a car mount...
17.03$
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How easy/tough is the crystal hard case to put on and remove? Everytime you get in the car, you'd have to put the phone in the case, and take it out of it, when you get out, right?
chinot66 said:
I use something similar, but more flush against the car surface for the Evo.
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-UNIVERSAL-M...ccessories&hash=item45e943669b#ht_3019wt_1139
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thats way too flush dos not give me the option to tilt and stuff.
hkk said:
How easy/tough is the crystal hard case to put on and remove? Everytime you get in the car, you'd have to put the phone in the case, and take it out of it, when you get out, right?
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I haven't gotten it yet. But i don't think that it'll be a major problem. It goes over the existing case. So i'm just going to put the disk on the clear cover, put that on the mount and whenever i get in my car just put it in the case.
I just ordered a Seidio active case and the mount that the OP linked. I'm hoping that disc is small enough to not annoy me if it's on the case all the time, but we'll see I guess. I'm afraid it's going to cause some wobbling issues when the phone is sitting face up on my desk.
Edit: I was just thinking, it would be pretty stellar if seidio offered an "exoskeleton only" type of sale so you could just throw the disc on an extra skeleton to slip on when in the car only... Wishful thinking I'm sure.
What do you guys think about this idea..
Get the same SoundGate mount but stuck the disc on the outer shell/exoskeleton of this two-piece case.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=699888
Then keep the exoskeleton in the car and when you want to use it as a mount just pop it into place..
I don't know how it feels in the hand without the exoskeleton though, and it wont be as secure but I had no intention of getting a case that strong, just a silicone one.
My main gripe is that I don't want to have a disc on my phone all the time...
edit: LOL just read the last post, seems like you were thinking the same thing..
Someone should contact seidio about that.
topdnbass said:
What do you guys think about this idea..
Get the same SoundGate mount but stuck the disc on the outer shell/exoskeleton of this two-piece case.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=699888
Then keep the exoskeleton in the car and when you want to use it as a mount just pop it into place..
I don't know how it feels in the hand without the exoskeleton though, and it wont be as secure but I had no intention of getting a case that strong, just a silicone one.
My main gripe is that I don't want to have a disc on my phone all the time...
edit: LOL just read the last post, seems like you were thinking the same thing..
Someone should contact seidio about that.
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hah good call.
Yeah that's what i'm planning on. My OP shows what i bought for this.
topdnbass said:
What do you guys think about this idea..
Get the same SoundGate mount but stuck the disc on the outer shell/exoskeleton of this two-piece case.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=699888
Then keep the exoskeleton in the car and when you want to use it as a mount just pop it into place..
I don't know how it feels in the hand without the exoskeleton though, and it wont be as secure but I had no intention of getting a case that strong, just a silicone one.
My main gripe is that I don't want to have a disc on my phone all the time...
edit: LOL just read the last post, seems like you were thinking the same thing..
Someone should contact seidio about that.
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This is the setup I'm using with that exact case. I did have a problem with the disk sticking like someone mentioned earlier (I believe because of the ruberized texture on the case) so I epoxied the disk to the back. I can post picks of my setup tomorrow. Maybe a vid too.
That'd be wonderful.
I feel like without the exo it'll look bad...
So a good video or couple pictures would be great, maybe even a short review. xD
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i bought a 4 finger capture (for the phone) with a swivel mount for $15 at AutoZone. dam swivel didn't work so i had to add some Metal putty to harden the swivel in place. $5
then when i stuck it to the windshield the glue on the pad to the mount came apart from the heat in the car. super glued it for $3. then the pad's glue to the windshield came apart because of the heat and weight. so i super glued it to the windhield.
with the 4 fingers it grabs the EVO good enoungh that it doesn't fall out AND i can drive around and shot a video of where i'm going. i offset the EVO a tad so the camera has a clear view.
i mounted it to the top of the windshield where the polarized screen is and the videos are coming out pretty good - no blown out skies and the clouds are pretty good. now there is a bright line blowning out the sky and clouds when driving up hill but i can live with that.
topdnbass said:
That'd be wonderful.
I feel like without the exo it'll look bad...
So a good video or couple pictures would be great, maybe even a short review. xD
Sent from my Evo 4G
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Work's been busy the last few days and I've been too wiped to do anything after, so hopefully I can put something up tomorrow.
Update: the car was pretty hot the other day and when I went to put my phone in the "dock" the adhesive had softened up and the holder fell off of my mount, so I think I will be getting the epoxy out again.
http://www.proclipusa.com/brodit-de...t)/holder-with-tilt-swivel--511176-18252.aspx
http://www.proclipusa.com/brodit-de...-cigarette-lighter-adapter--512176-18252.aspx
http://www.proclipusa.com/brodit-de...ord-for-fixed-installation--513176-18252.aspx
http://www.proclipusa.com/default.a...d=&parent_category=4&d_pcat=13722&d_cat=18252
For those wanting a quality car mount, here it is. ProClip stuff is awesome. Its pricey but it works.
Completely worth it if you go with the fixed install.
I just ordered mine, I've always loved proclip.
Ordered!
I've been waiting for this bad boy to come out.
I wish that they would sell the basic holder without the swivel. I think that the entire mounting system looks much better without it. Oh well I'll just throw it in a box like I did for my G1 swivel mount.
I have a N1 ProClip holder somewhere around here. I need to see if I can figure out a way to mate it to a quality suction cup mount. If so, Ill get the Evo one.
do u guys know if the non-adjustable one works w/ the innocase II case? doesn't look like it, but figured i would ask....
this can be in landscape mode no problem huh? i should mention and it stays in landscape mode without any movement?
i bet this would work nice with an otterbox too...
hmmmmm
any videos anyone?
I dont think it swivels without leaving it loose.
I was thinking about it, but it us too expensive,i might just try a cheapo vent mount one to start
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An alternative to Brodit/ProClip?
I'm sure this will work:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Car-Dash-Air-ve...80550909556?pt=PDA_Accessories#ht_1166wt_1137
Yeah, it's for an HD2 but it may work..the Evo is just a fraction of a millimeter thicker, but essentially the same dimensions. The holder is wide open so all the buttons are exposed including a hole in the back of the holder for the speaker/camera. Even if I have to mod the holder a little once I have it, for $7 and free shipping and it fits on a standard Nuvi mount, which I got rid of anyway now that I have the phone's better Navigator....I'll take a chance with it before spending over $50 for a product that does the same thing. Just my two cents.
It should be here in a couple of days, as I ordered it about 5 days ago....I'll let you all know how it works out.
Cheers
i guess im out of luck since im using the sedio rugger holster.
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do u guys know if the non-adjustable one works w/ the innocase II case? doesn't look like it, but figured i would ask....
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the proclip one does not, but the slipgrip holder does. I took one of my old TP2 proclip mounts' ball joints and adapted to the slipgrip, its somewhere in the post where the slipgrip is reviewed in this forum
Mayonesa said:
i guess im out of luck since im using the sedio rugger holster.
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Use the ProClip iPhone holder that they also suggest for EVO's with cases.
I've made a review video of the awesome accessory the FlyGrip... DEFINITELY check it out! I love it.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKNUkB9N1Yg
Use code QBKING77 for free shipping!
I might pick up one of these, I noticed on the site that they have a "complimentary case" for our phone with purchase. I mean im sure its just a throw in case but you can't be mad at that, especially with free shipping, thanks qb!
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bcparker said:
I might pick up one of these, I noticed on the site that they have a "complimentary case" for our phone with purchase. I mean im sure its just a throw in case but you can't be mad at that, especially with free shipping, thanks qb!
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I might consider it ON a case, but I wouldn't want to stick anything on the phone itself. For one thing, it wouldn't fit in my car or desk dock.
Does it come with extra adhesive pads? If not, then what do you do if/when you get a new phone?
Attached this to the outside of a case, and it is GREAT.
I am a cyclist, and I have ruined phones by dropping them off the bike. I can now ride and use a phone if needed. (Yeah they say texting and driving is bad xD)
You should be a pitch man, watching this was like watching one of those 15 minute infomercials.
qbking77 said:
I've made a review video of the awesome accessory the FlyGrip... DEFINITELY check it out! I love it.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKNUkB9N1Yg
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Ordered one today. Gonna try to get the owner some free TV advertising once I try it for myself and decide its worth it.
JimSmith94 said:
I might consider it ON a case, but I wouldn't want to stick anything on the phone itself. For one thing, it wouldn't fit in my car or desk dock.
Does it come with extra adhesive pads? If not, then what do you do if/when you get a new phone?
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It comes with one extra sticky pad.
I'm considering getting this but all of my phones have extended batteries with the extended back piece :/. I'll just get one for my brothers iPhone I guess lol.
Wow that really does look pretty handy. I am wondering if I cam modify my rugged case to fit this without adding any thickness. it just might be thick enough (My case) I would have to cut out the cases kickstand but this acts as a kickstand so I lose nothing.
but man $30 is steep for that.
It comes with one extra sticky pad. Flygrip. The one handed solution. This sounds like a smartphone pr0n fapping device. One hand to hold the phone, the other to grip your fly.
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It comes with one extra sticky pad. Flygrip. The one handed solution. This sounds like a smartphone pr0n fapping device. One hand to hold the phone, the other to grip your fly.
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It does but I think the kickstand would be more handy haha.
nerys71 said:
Wow that really does look pretty handy. I am wondering if I cam modify my rugged case to fit this without adding any thickness. it just might be thick enough (My case) I would have to cut out the cases kickstand but this acts as a kickstand so I lose nothing.
but man $30 is steep for that.
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I was thinking the same for such a simple device, but it looks well made. I'm betting it could be redesigned to be even thinner than 1/4" thickness which isn't all that thin.
Agreed 1/4" is almost as thick as the phone itself.
Machine this bad boy out of aluminum or even Titanium and make it 2-3mm thick at most and I would eve pay $40 for that one.
Problem is if that outer piece gets too thin it could bend/sheer/snap. It looks like it has a thick glossy paint coating to top it off which looks nice and may add to the durability. Using those metals may even add to the price and you'd be paying $40 or more.
I'm finding more and more often with the epic 4g touch less and less hands on experience when it comes to accessories. Best Buy has only one case I'd even consider buying (platinum series case) and Radio Shack only has full enclosure cases that go on your belt. Not really digging that solution. I may just invest in a Flygrip, how long is the free shipping good for?
I know and $40 to $45 would be fine if it was say titanium (it would be strong enough that thin) and at minimum half its current thickness. ie around 2mm would be nice. maybe 3mm.
as it stands its a lot of money for an awful thick piece of plastic. (relative to the size of the phone)
Good idea, too big for me though.
Sent from my Samsung Epic 4G Touch.
Thanks for the review. Looks awesome, but wouldn't be able to put the phone on a car dock or desktop dock after you put the Fly grip on I'm assuming...
Just purchased on of these. Cant wait to get it.
I am kinda worried about the car dock thing though since I've been seriously considering getting one. I thought that magnetic dock in the other thread was pretty cool, but after having this IDK if it would work.
it would not be all that hard to modify the car dock to work with the Fly Grip if you positioned it properly.
If you do the tilt insert method ie you don't slide the jack slider up and down this might work.
get another dock of any kind (one of the cheap ones on ebay for $6) just so long as it has the depressed section with the 4 holes for the universal quad mount.
you glue it onto the back of the vehicle dock. making it THICKER.
now you have enough depth to "cut" a hole into the vehicle dock large enough to encompass the flygrip.
and there you go. vehicle dock and flygrip. it is 1 2 3 ? no but its doable.
BTW discovered the kickstand built into my case works almost exactly and just as effectively a flygrip.
I was contemplating how to cut a hole in my case to accommodate a flygrip adn it hit me ahh just use the kickstand already on it -)
I will make a video tommorrow.
30 dollars is WAY too much for this thing...10-15 dollars at the most, but no way for 30 dollars..
I got one on the way thanks for the heads up qbking77! I think this is perfect for people with 4 inch+ phones.
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Does it rotate so that you can use the phone in landscape?
http://www.amazon.com/iOttie-One-Touch-windshield-dashboard-Galaxy/dp/tech-data/B007FH716W
Seems to get really good reviews on amazon, but wondering if anyone here has it, or would recommend anything else? Its been years since i've had a car mount because they always rattle and fall off. I live in texas usa and summer temps get up to 110F, 140F+ inside the car so im looking for something very durable.
Looks good.
I purchased the cheap $10 one off ebay and it works well...on windshield.
I think its hard to get these to grip on leather/synthetics with any decent strength.
PS eBay one broke when I threw my bag on it. It broke the 4-pronged plastic bits.
Kangal said:
Looks good.
I purchased the cheap $10 one off ebay and it works well...on windshield.
I think its hard to get these to grip on leather/synthetics with any decent strength.
PS eBay one broke when I threw my bag on it. It broke the 4-pronged plastic bits.
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Yeah monoprice has some super cheap ones ($3.57) too that get an 85% positive review:
http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10840&cs_id=1084001&p_id=5272&seq=1&format=2
The reason I hesitate is because I wont something that will stay on in the heat. I'm not really sure any suction cup type device will do that.
Well I wound up going with the tetrix FIX for $16.73 from amazon. Hopefully it is strong enough to hold all 7oz (with tpu case) of my galaxy note. It should hold, I found a guy who used a droid bionic (6oz with case) and said it held just fine. I'll post a review when I get it and its installed.
http://www.amazon.com/UNIVERSAL-MAG...ie=UTF8&qid=1340477958&sr=8-2&keywords=tetrax
I threw the extra bucks at the oem one. I could not be happier. Beats my in car gps to death.
glenroebuck said:
I threw the extra bucks at the oem one. I could not be happier. Beats my in car gps to death.
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Does that work with a tpu case on it?
Can anyone recommend a good car mount?
I just bought some cheesy magnetic thing from Amazon. Will be returning ASAP. Ideally, I think I'm looking for something that can clip into either the air vents or on the dash of my car. I realized there probably aren't many pixel specific accessories made yet, but maybe someone has had good success with a different model for an earlier phone?
Anyway just wondering what you all were planning on using.
I've been using a good magnetic mount for the CD slot in my car since the Nexus 5 days. I like the Koomus brand of them from Amazon.
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I personally been using ProClip for a while. With my Nexus 6 I have a universal one since I have a thin case it slips in. Mounts are made per vehicle too.
https://www.proclipusa.com/category/google-pixel-2
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I've had the third generation iOttie car mount for about a year, and it is excellent. It doesn't have a vent clip, but its suction cup mount is very sturdy. It even comes with a little pad you can use if your dash is textured.
I second the ProClip. You can get a custom mount for your vehicle, and select a separate holder. I've got a custom mount and a universal holder that can be adjusted if you switch phones.
I second the recommendations for iOttie mounts. I bought their wireless charging one back when I got my Galaxy S6, but I still use it with my Pixels because it is incredibly convenient to secure and remove the device. Excellent quality, usability, and adjustability, well worth the purchase.
coolsilver said:
I personally been using ProClip for a while. With my Nexus 6 I have a universal one since I have a thin case it slips in. Mounts are made per vehicle too.
https://www.proclipusa.com/category/google-pixel-2
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Looks like a solid product! I have an '09 Kia Spectra and the dash doesn't look like an easy place to put a phone mount. I checked out their custom mount for my car and the only drawback I can see is it completely covers a vent (for a/c) which may or may not be an issues, I won't know until mounted but.. Any experience with that for you?
Yea on my prior vehicle I had it cover the vent. It was out far enough so it still put out air but it wasn't really directional as far as flow as before. Center ones I didn't care as much about being pointed at me to keep cool. It was a solid bracket though
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Yea on my prior vehicle I had it cover the vent. It was out far enough so it still put out air but it wasn't really directional as far as flow as before. Center ones I didn't care as much about being pointed at me to keep cool. It was a solid bracket though
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Thanks! They do look solid ...
I have an existing car mount for my S7 before I got the XL, it holds the phone in landscape and squeezes the sides. Little concerned that this may not be good for the squeeze sensors. Anyone think it could affect the sensors over time?
I have this one since May 2016 no issues and easy off and on for various phones..I have vent but they make cd slot and I think window too
iOttie
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B017HME9DC/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Haven't used these myself, but they look pretty sweet...https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DCSIRG0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_KmO7zbB7T3BNE
Anybody used this one before?
Cowbell_Guy said:
Can anyone recommend a good car mount?
I just bought some cheesy magnetic thing from Amazon. Will be returning ASAP. Ideally, I think I'm looking for something that can clip into either the air vents or on the dash of my car. I realized there probably aren't many pixel specific accessories made yet, but maybe someone has had good success with a different model for an earlier phone?
Anyway just wondering what you all were planning on using.
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Another vote for Proclip's mounting solution. The universal large holder works fine with my Pixel 2 XL with a (Caseology Parallax) case. It's pricey but it works beautifully.
I just ordered the IOAuto magnet holder to use with Proclip's mounting bracket. I'm tired of sliding my phone into the holder. 1st world problems, I know.
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morbidhippy said:
I just ordered the iOttie magnet holder to use with Proclip's mounting bracket. I'm tired of sliding my phone into the holder.
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How does that work exactly? Which iOttie did you buy, and how does it work with the ProClip bracket?
dberthia said:
How does that work exactly? Which iOttie did you buy, and how does it work with the ProClip bracket?
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Oops, I meant IOAuto, not iOttie.
https://www.proclipusa.com/product/...xkJK2QwbcDyiiZdeiDsdvqZtMoM3Vg84aAjDOEALw_wcB
I bought the IOAuto Pro. It attaches to the vehicle mount that I purchased previously from Proclip. It comes with small circular metal disks that should be attached to your phone.
I hate the thought of using adhesive to stick anything on my phone so I'm going to try and place the disk between the phone and my TPU case. In think the magnet will still work fine.
Check out YouTube. I've seen a couple of videos of others installing it.
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I like this simple magnetic holder:
Techmatte MagGrip Orbit Universal Air Vent Magnetic Car Mount Holder
It requires a thin metal plate which works fine if you use a TPU case or other case that's not too thick on the back; this way, it doesn't require any permanent application. I bought 3 for family members, and a friend got one after seeing mine. It's easy to mount, secure, very simple in design - it uses a steel ball that mounts to an air vent, and a magnetic piece that connects to the ball, giving easy adjustment in all directions, or complete removal. This magnetic piece connects to the phone's steel plate. My wife has an iphone 6P which works well; I have a nexus 5X.
coolsilver said:
I personally been using ProClip for a while. With my Nexus 6 I have a universal one since I have a thin case it slips in. Mounts are made per vehicle too.
https://www.proclipusa.com/category/google-pixel-2
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Adding a :good: for the ProClip. Mine just came yesterday and works perfect.
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I hate the thought of using adhesive to stick anything on my phone so I'm going to try and place the disk between the phone and my TPU case. In think the magnet will still work fine.
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I'm curious to see if that works out for you. I'm intrigued, but it seems like $50 is a bit steep for that mount. If it works well for you with a case, I may consider it though.
I know my solution isn't going to be for everyone, but it works well for my needs. I have a hybrid Proclip/Ram Mount solution. Proclip for the center dash mount, then Ram Mounts for the rest (ball, short arm, and X Grip holder). It's more involved than the common solutions, but it puts my phone right whereIi want it and it's rock solid--which is important for those track days.
As mentioned upthread, this does partially block the vent, but on my Mustang not by too much, and the passenger still gets air flow when it's directed their way. A bonus is the phone stays nice & cool when staying on playing podcasts while commuting, or running the telemetry apps while on track.
I can strongly recommend this one. They're a little pricey but I have them in my truck, car, 4-wheeler and mountain bike. Just the spring clips are strong and when you add the rubber sling it'll hold on to the phone almost no matter what. This one actually fits my P2XL better than my PXL. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0066BWMNU/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1