After trying several car mount, I almost give up
http://www.amazon.com/Kensington-Qu...BEV4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1332967645&sr=8-1
This is the one I am currently using. However, the lower part of the holder always touches the power down button, which mutes the GPS!
What car mount do you use?
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After trying several car mount, I almost give up
http://www.amazon.com/Kensington-Qu...BEV4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1332967645&sr=8-1
This is the one I am currently using. However, the lower part of the holder always touches the power down button, which mutes the GPS!
What car mount do you use?
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Just use a big binder clip. It's super cheap and works better than any holder I've tried from eBay.
http://lifehacker.com/5747897/how-to-build-a-car-mount-for-your-cellphone-from-office-supplies
I use the Samsung Car Dock for the GS2/Infuse 4G. I've removed the little cover for the micro USB port and the Samsung dock works perfectly; charges and keeps my Nitro HD secure.
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I use the Samsung Car Dock for the GS2/Infuse 4G. I've removed the little cover for the micro USB port and the Samsung dock works perfectly; charges and keeps my Nitro HD secure.
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Thanks for the hint! I am going to get one.
LG phone with Samsung Dock
996gt2 said:
Just use a big binder clip. It's super cheap and works better than any holder I've tried from eBay.
http://lifehacker.com/5747897/how-to-build-a-car-mount-for-your-cellphone-from-office-supplies
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Is our Nitro HD too heavy to be hold by the "thin" holder?
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Is our Nitro HD too heavy to be hold by the "thin" holder?
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Nope, my Nitro HD + TPU case works fine with a 2" binder clip in a Honda Accord. I've used it as a GPS on 4 hour drives and it was much more stable than a windshield-mounted holder with a flexible arm.
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Thanks for the hint! I am going to get one.
LG phone with Samsung Dock
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I know; who'd have thought?
This isnt the exact same one i purchased, but it looks extremely similar to it. The padded arms that hold the sides or the top and bottom (you can rotate it while its mounted) are individually adjustable so its easy to position them out of the way of buttons while leaving the buttons fully accessible, and the phone secured perfectly.
It comes with two attachments, one allows you to hook it to your heater vents and the other is the window mount.
The window mount is not very long, but very sturdy! This is what i currently use in my car. The vent mount is very nice and sturdy, but it seems its meant to permanently attach to the vents. I first tried to use it since it keeps it out of my window area, but because of the way my vents are setup in my car, it pointed the phone in a bad direction and there's no left-right adjustments that you can do other than the normal movement from the room available from the clips, so upon trying to correct it, the two mounting clips broke and its no longer usable.
Either way, it works out perfect! But again, the one listed is only close to the one i purchased. I picked that one to list though because its from radio shack, where i purchased mine. I went out to the car and there's not a single branding label on it anywhere! crazy..
http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3386930#
996gt2 said:
Just use a big binder clip. It's super cheap and works better than any holder I've tried from eBay.
http://lifehacker.com/5747897/how-to-build-a-car-mount-for-your-cellphone-from-office-supplies
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That's just ghetto...Ghetto FABULOUS!!
Just so happens the big binders and strong rubber bands are items available at my work supply closet! The only thing better than a DIY project is a DIY project with parts you can get for free!
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Nope, my Nitro HD + TPU case works fine with a 2" binder clip in a Honda Accord. I've used it as a GPS on 4 hour drives and it was much more stable than a windshield-mounted holder with a flexible arm.
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Namuna said:
That's just ghetto...Ghetto FABULOUS!!
Just so happens the big binders and strong rubber bands are items available at my work supply closet! The only thing better than a DIY project is a DIY project with parts you can get for free!
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Namuna, have u or anybody else here tried the modified binder clip? I'm currently trying to make one, but I realize that the "arms" seem to be a bit too short to hold it in place. Either it will slip of the top arm or the bottom one every now and then. I've curved them slightly more upwards to give it more of a hold, but it doesn't seem to wanna hold. I wonder if we replace the body of the binder clip with a smaller one and just use the longer arms whether it will work better?
996gt2, would you mind posting a pic or two to show how it looks with yours? Mine just seems to barely hold it, and constantly slips off the arms.
I've found that the Garmin Nuvi 200 mounts like this http://www.ebay.com/itm/Car-Windscr...ers_Mounts&hash=item3a6b7428f1#ht_1996wt_1163 work great with no modification with my body glove dimensions case on, easy to slip the phone in and out of it.
I've also used this same mount on my previous phones with slight modifications (Motorola Photon 4g and Samsung Captivate) which involves using a lighter to melt the sides to the right size.
Also this one looks like it would do the trick http://www.ebay.com/itm/GENUINE-ORI...ers_Mounts&hash=item1c2690c51d#ht_11995wt_905
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I've found that the Garmin Nuvi 200 mounts like this http://www.ebay.com/itm/Car-Windscr...ers_Mounts&hash=item3a6b7428f1#ht_1996wt_1163 work great with no modification with my body glove dimensions case on, easy to slip the phone in and out of it.
I've also used this same mount on my previous phones with slight modifications (Motorola Photon 4g and Samsung Captivate) which involves using a lighter to melt the sides to the right size.
Also this one looks like it would do the trick http://www.ebay.com/itm/GENUINE-ORI...ers_Mounts&hash=item1c2690c51d#ht_11995wt_905
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So r u currently using that very Garmin nuvi mount? And it holds the phone nicely and stably? I find that sometimes these mounts lean sideways when I have both power n 3.5mm jack plugged in. If u r using the mount pls take a pic of the phone in the mount so I can see how well it holds it. For that price, if it works well, I'd rather go with that. I'm spending way more already with the DIY mount clip lol.
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If you haven't tried or seen the Mountek MT5000, you should take a look.
I ordered mine from Amazon for $20 shipped and have ben using it for a few days. I have to say this is one amazing mount. Not only does it fit in the CD slot, but any slot you have anywhere. Using mine at my desk at work and in the car.
Great idea.
Check out a small write up on GoodandEvo
http://www.goodandevo.net/2011/01/mountek-mt5000-mounts-htc-evo-in-cars-cd-player-slot.html
I have one in the car and love it.
thinking about getting another for work.
I got mine about 2 weeks ago, and I love it. I have the Ballistic HC case, and it still fits in the mount. I never thought about using it at work for other slots.
that thing looks awesome, i think i'll be investing in one of these soon
Guys, get this mount. This is the mount to end all mounts. It is so awesome. It installs in like 10 seconds flat. You put your phone on there and just squeeze to clamp it down. It rotates to portrait or landscape, and you can turn the phone to face you if you need to.
I'd been using it for a while with the CD slot, and then today I discovered that it was even more awesome installed on the vent because now I don't even have to look down. The guy who invented this thing is a genius. The only thing better than this mount, in my opinion, is the Palm Touchstone, but that doesn't exist for Evos. :-/
I also think that this mount is great. Such a clever design and the customer service at mountek is really good too.
FYI - You can snip out a gap on the removable bottom mount to make room for a charging cable
very cool idea, and I would free up the vent I am currently not able to blow on my face for this summer lol.
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I also think that this mount is great. Such a clever design and the customer service at mountek is really good too.
FYI - You can snip out a gap on the removable bottom mount to make room for a charging cable
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Actually, you can remove the bottom altogether if you want to ... it's removable and pops right off. I've found it unnecessary as the mount grips my Evo just fine in portrait or landscape without it.
My take on the mount
With all the glowing reviews here I'm somewhat hesitant to chime in but:
- if you are thinking this mount is in any way specific to the EVO- it's not; it's a generic sort of think which uses two pads and pressure to hold the sides of your phone.
- while the bottom bit of the holder can be removed, it's essential to do so because your charger will not fit into the phone with it there. It's WAY too much of a pain to remove the phone from it's case just to use this mount and I can't see using the phone without an extended battery.
- if you have an extended battery or a case the mount will basically not work- you may get it "in there" but the phone will be on the edge of the rubber pads and pop out on the first bump or when you try and use the phone (pressing on screen or trying to wake it up with the power button
- they do offer a money back warranty but as with most things these days it would cost me so much in shipping to send it back it's not worth the hassle but I'm sorry I got the thing- useless for my purposes and didn't work for my wife's EPIC either and not just because there's aren't provisions for the slide- it wouldn't hold her phone securely at all and she's caseless with stock battery.
TLDR: maybe a good idea but much flawed in execution. I'd return it if it was cost effective.
I see reviews that state that it works with the extended battery and case, which is perfect for me!
Does anyone know if you can swivel it left and right to change viewer angles?
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tutruong89 said:
I see reviews that state that it works with the extended battery and case, which is perfect for me!
Does anyone know if you can swivel it left and right to change viewer angles?
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Yes it swivels a bit -- not much but enough to give you a good viewing angle from the driver's seat. You can also rotate it to portrait or landscape depending on your preference.
I have one with an extended battery and it fits fine. Bumps don't knock it loose. I only have to place it a little farther then the middle so it doesn't press the volume buttons.
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I don't know what the other guy is talking about, I have the extended battery and case and mine ddoesn't pop out. I'm actually very pleased with it. I did remove the bottom bracket.
I've been waiting for this product to be re-stocked. Apparently, they've been sold out for a while now. Pre-ordered it in May and it finally arrived this weekend. So far so good! Fits my Droid Incredible but the charge port is blocked unless I remove the support bar. The side arms seem to hold snugly without it, but I'll have to shoot them an email and ask about that. Also looks like they've made some mods. The CD blade looks slightly different than the product photo and the tightening wheel is now smaller. I feel pretty good about this purchase. Build quality is higher than I expected. Seems durable too. We'll see how it continues to perform with time...
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Wow, I sent them an email and already got a response: "The device rest [support bar] is optional/detachable, and in most cases, the mount can hold your phone without it." So I guess I'm good.
Looks nice, but does it do any damage to the inside of the player? anyone have problems with the player trying to take it as a cd? this might be a great solution for my element.
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Looks nice, but does it do any damage to the inside of the player? anyone have problems with the player trying to take it as a cd?
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The Mountek MT5000 does not damage the CD player at all.
The blades never touch any part of the disc loading mechanism. It only fits into the slot opening where you then turn the knob just enough to spread the blades to gently hold the MT5000 into place.
If you still have CDs in the player, they can still be used too because the MT5000 doesn't engage any of the player's CD eject or load functions.
would this mount work for the evo 3d?
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It should work for the Evo 3d with no problems.
How many turns is everyone giving the tightening rod? The guy in the video gave it like two turns.. I'm cranking mine a few times.. And it can keep turning, but I thought it might be enough
I bought one a while ago, feels a bit cheap in terms of build quality but it does work as advertised.
I use my charger cable to loop and lock the phone in
I bought the dock for the infuse and it does fit, although a little tight. The problem is the mount and arm are HUGE!!! It won't fit anywhere in the car. The search begins for a car dock that will work well.
tanda4 said:
I bought the dock for the infuse and it does fit, although a little tight. The problem is the mount and arm are HUGE!!! It won't fit anywhere in the car. The search begins for a car dock that will work well.
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I ordered a ProClip mount. They're pricey, but I've heard nothing buy good things about them. I don't have mine yet, but I'm pretty excited about it.
Thread I started a few weeks ago about them: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1734940
big and poorly designed
tanda4 said:
I bought the dock for the infuse and it does fit, although a little tight. The problem is the mount and arm are HUGE!!! It won't fit anywhere in the car. The search begins for a car dock that will work well.
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Yeah, I ordered this dock and tried it out this morning and it is definitely huge. Aside from that the clips that hold it in place is mean to be used in portrait mode rather than landscape mode so the piece that your phone clips on to pops off the mount really easy. Another complaint about this dock is that in order for you to pop your phone out your thumb/finger will hit either the power button or the volume rocker on the phone.
Coming from a nicely designed Motorola Droid X phone and car dock this dock is a really major down-grade.
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Yeah, I ordered this dock and tried it out this morning and it is definitely huge. Aside from that the clips that hold it in place is mean to be used in portrait mode rather than landscape mode so the piece that your phone clips on to pops off the mount really easy. Another complaint about this dock is that in order for you to pop your phone out your thumb/finger will hit either the power button or the volume rocker on the phone.
Coming from a nicely designed Motorola Droid X phone and car dock this dock is a really major down-grade.
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I have adjustable Pro-Clip mounts in my GS450h and my MDX... I have used them for years and have had no issues. If I get a chance, I will post pictures.
ExoGear makes a mount that is basically a big clip. I have it in my car and everyone loves it because it is completely universal. It will hold anything up to the note with room to spare but I haven't tried anything bigger. It doesn't have the bells and whistles of a charger, but it is minimal and easy to use.
Edit: Found it
http://www.exogear.com/products-exomount-car-mount-holder.html
thacounty said:
ExoGear makes a mount that is basically a big clip. I have it in my car and everyone loves it because it is completely universal. It will hold anything up to the note with room to spare but I haven't tried anything bigger. It doesn't have the bells and whistles of a charger, but it is minimal and easy to use.
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http://www.exogear.com/products-exomount-car-mount-holder.html
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Wow that looks really good. Minimalistic but functional!
jdpdata said:
Wow that looks really good. Minimalistic but functional!
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It works well, I bought one and I'm very happy, simple & effective.
thacounty said:
ExoGear makes a mount that is basically a big clip. I have it in my car and everyone loves it because it is completely universal. It will hold anything up to the note with room to spare but I haven't tried anything bigger. It doesn't have the bells and whistles of a charger, but it is minimal and easy to use.
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http://www.exogear.com/products-exomount-car-mount-holder.html
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Does it interfere with the volume or power buttons?
Or you can get a Tetrax.
http://www.tetrax.com/us/
Though, this solution still requires plugging your phone in. The pro is it's case-friendly.
thacounty said:
ExoGear makes a mount that is basically a big clip. I have it in my car and everyone loves it because it is completely universal. It will hold anything up to the note with room to spare but I haven't tried anything bigger. It doesn't have the bells and whistles of a charger, but it is minimal and easy to use.
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http://www.exogear.com/products-exomount-car-mount-holder.html
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I've thinking about getting this. Do you think the suction cup will stick directly to the dashboard, not the glass? I want to use a dash mount but I don't want to use a sticker to stick anything on my dash that would leave residue behind.
doesnt it bother you guys that AC/heat vents will be blocked in the cold winters/hot summers with the vent clip mounts?
because of this i took matters into my own hand and modified a cheapo universal mount and glued it directly onto a part of my car.
here in NJ it's illegal to have ANYTHING on the windshield or dash. buddy of mine actually got a ticket for that recently.
In search of a vehicle dock that will accommodate the size of the Galaxy S III with a case.
Preferably one that fits in the heating/AC vents, or mounts on the front of your dashboard and not on top of the dashboard. I guess one without the suction cup.
Going to be mainly used for Navigation.
Any suggestions?
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In search of a vehicle dock that will accommodate the size of the Galaxy S III with a case.
Preferably one that fits in the heating/AC vents, or mounts on the front of your dashboard and not on top of the dashboard. I guess one without the suction cup.
Going to be mainly used for Navigation.
Any suggestions?
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I got this guy:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/160825622184?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
Goes in the CD player. I wanted something that wasn't a windshield mount.
Maverick777 said:
I got this guy:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/160825622184?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
Goes in the CD player. I wanted something that wasn't a windshield mount.
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Thanks, never seen one that slides into the CD slot. Btw...that link said for iPhone 4S.
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http://www.slipgripcarmounts.com/Galaxy-S-III-I9300_c_27331.html
And chose one for you. I've ordered this one http://www.slipgripcarmounts.com/Sl...Using-OtterBox-Commuter-Case---_p_130841.html yesterday cause I've had the same one for my Fascinate for almost 2 years. Perfect fit and very good quality.
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I got this guy:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/160825622184?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
Goes in the CD player. I wanted something that wasn't a windshield mount.
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That's really cool!
Maverick777 said:
I got this guy:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/160825622184?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
Goes in the CD player. I wanted something that wasn't a windshield mount.
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That looks really cool. Does it go it and out of the CD player easily? Do you just leave it there or is it easy enough to quickly plug in when you want?
Does it still "see" the satellites well enough from the lower position in the car?
I assume you can confirm the GS3 fits well in it even though it says it's for iphone?
Anyone know of other CD mounts to compare to?
Amazon review for this one you got are generally very good.
http://www.amazon.com/Mounteks-Universal-Hands-Free-Devices-Magellan/dp/B004E5W3D4
Best car holder I've ever had!
Don't know if people just don't know about these or just don't like them. I got mine back in February and used it on my old E4GT and now the S3, I absolutly love it! The key is, for me anyways, getting a TPU case( always use TPU so no biggie there ) take an exacto knife and cut a perfect sized cut out for the tiny magnet. If you do it correctly the looks isn't bad at all( use the small magnet, works fine for me ) and more importantly it wont 'wobble' on the table, lays flat. Sorry don't have any pics of my old setup and haven't cut out my new one yet. Also, nice that we have replaceable back covers in case you're worried about it marring up the back if you want to remove it later.
As far as construction quality, magnet hold strenght both are superb, haven't hadd one inceidentl fall off the holder. Also magent doesn't seem to interfer with wifi or cell at all. NFC I haven't tested yet, but my suggestion would be to mount it towards the top side of the case away from the battery( like were the carrier logo is on the back )
Anyways just my 2 cents, check out youtube they have a couple good reviews of it on there.
http://eshop.tetrax.us/
I can't post pics/links but I followed Lifehacker's guide to making a car mount out of office supplies (site should be easy to find with that information). It works surprisingly well, even with the size of the S3 and the fact that my vehicle's vents aren't perfectly suited for the application. I thought it'd be kind of ghetto but it's hidden while in use and easy to remove and stash away when not in use.
I'll make a thread with pics once I have enough posts.
I got this one: http://www.amazon.com/SLIM-GRIP-WIN...CAR-STEREO/dp/B004H4FN6Q/ref=cm_aya_orig_subj
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1769055
Take your time and look around. There's plenty of car mounts that will fit this phone with a case.
Seems like most are the suction cup kind
will work for any phone even tablets
Sorry long time forum reader but first time posting. I can't post a link but search "soundgate m2 car mount"
You can probably find them cheaper. Used my for the og dinc for 2 years. I put the disc on my case instead of the phone. But I would have no reservations to put it directly on the phone as the disc is extremely unobtrusive. Just clean the spot you want to mount the arm really well with included wipe or rubbing alcohol. The arm mounts with a 3m adhesive pad and folds almost flush when not in use. Very slick. Put the discs on anything you want to dock to the arm. I forget how much weight it can handle but I saw a tablet being used as well. Sorry tried to upload pictures and after an afternoon of searching the forums on how to do it, i still cant get it. Just google "soundgate m2 car mount" you wont be dissapointed.
I have this one. I love it. Works with any case, holds tight. I have mine in the vents. http://www.breffo.com/collections/spiderpodium
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I have this one. I love it. Works with any case, holds tight. I have mine in the vents. http://www.breffo.com/collections/spiderpodium
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That looks interesting, never seen that before. How do you put that in your vent? Looks like it wasn't designed for that.
SamsungVibrant said:
That looks interesting, never seen that before. How do you put that in your vent? Looks like it wasn't designed for that.
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you just kinda put it in the vents, and then bend it down. works great! It really stays put too. Check out the gallery section on the site, there are other pics of it in the vents. Got one for a friend and he loves it. It really does hold tight in the vent, even more so then ones designed for the vent. Easy to take out too
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you just kinda put it in the vents, and then bend it down. works great! It really stays put too. Check out the gallery section on the site, there are other pics of it in the vents. Got one for a friend and he loves it. It really does hold tight in the vent, even more so then ones designed for the vent. Easy to take out too
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Can I order if I live in the U.S.? Also I don't see the gallery.
lexluthor said:
That looks really cool. Does it go it and out of the CD player easily? Do you just leave it there or is it easy enough to quickly plug in when you want?
Does it still "see" the satellites well enough from the lower position in the car?
I assume you can confirm the GS3 fits well in it even though it says it's for iphone?
Anyone know of other CD mounts to compare to?
Amazon review for this one you got are generally very good.
http://www.amazon.com/Mounteks-Universal-Hands-Free-Devices-Magellan/dp/B004E5W3D4
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It goes in very easy. It only takes a few seconds to install. It holds the S III securely even with a case on it.
Here's a video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8uy-XfhEqQ&feature=related
Maverick777 said:
It goes in very easy. It only takes a few seconds to install. It holds the S III securely even with a case on it.
Here's a video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8uy-XfhEqQ&feature=related
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Does it hold the phone in the vertical position, or only horizontal?
RubenRybnik said:
Don't know if people just don't know about these or just don't like them. I got mine back in February and used it on my old E4GT and now the S3, I absolutly love it! The key is, for me anyways, getting a TPU case( always use TPU so no biggie there ) take an exacto knife and cut a perfect sized cut out for the tiny magnet. If you do it correctly the looks isn't bad at all( use the small magnet, works fine for me ) and more importantly it wont 'wobble' on the table, lays flat. Sorry don't have any pics of my old setup and haven't cut out my new one yet. Also, nice that we have replaceable back covers in case you're worried about it marring up the back if you want to remove it later.
As far as construction quality, magnet hold strenght both are superb, haven't hadd one inceidentl fall off the holder. Also magent doesn't seem to interfer with wifi or cell at all. NFC I haven't tested yet, but my suggestion would be to mount it towards the top side of the case away from the battery( like were the carrier logo is on the back )
Anyways just my 2 cents, check out youtube they have a couple good reviews of it on there.
http://eshop.tetrax.us/
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wow that's nice! Why did you have to cut out a hole in your case, the link says it comes with a case (I'm assuming with the magnet attached)!
SamsungVibrant said:
In search of a vehicle dock that will accommodate the size of the Galaxy S III with a case.
Preferably one that fits in the heating/AC vents, or mounts on the front of your dashboard and not on top of the dashboard. I guess one without the suction cup.
Going to be mainly used for Navigation.
Any suggestions?
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ProClip. It is a little more money, but well worth it. I would get the proper mount for your vehicle (vent or side mount) and the adjustable phone mount so you can use it with a case. The also make a clip so you can move the mount from car to car.
Sadly, mine was recently stolen, but they offered me a discount because of my loss.
So I created a ghetto version as a sort of joke in exchange.
http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=jH3XoLqfXsY
www.proclipusa.com
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In search of a vehicle dock that will accommodate the size of the Galaxy S III with a case.
Preferably one that fits in the heating/AC vents, or mounts on the front of your dashboard and not on top of the dashboard. I guess one without the suction cup.
Going to be mainly used for Navigation.
Any suggestions?
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I use this one and I love it.. http://www.amazon.com/MSW-Exogear-Exomount-Universal-Mount/dp/B004Z8ZLOS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1342868939&sr=8-1&keywords=exogear+car+mount
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008KP4ZFI
Anyone seen this?
I ordered one, because i was looking for quick insertion/quick removal (and i needed something that would accept the thickness of the 4200MAh hyperion battery w/case). I have to admit, it surprised me. Not only does it hold the s3 complete with the largest battery to date, but it holds it even over HARD bumps. (disclamer: my car is on racing coilovers, and there more than a few places of horrendous bumpiness on the way to work).
To make it work like an iBOLT (for my purposes) i have a usb cable ziptied to it (so i still have to plug it in like an iBOLT, and the wires are routed inside my dash for a relatively clean install), and since i bluetooth to my car, instead of audio in, I made a profile on tasker, that when it sees my alpine EX-10, it switches to carmode (as in what the iBOLT and other OEM chargers do), turns the volume up , turns on GPS, etc... and switches back when I leave. only thing is, i have to turn on bluetooth for it to work (but i do that anyway).
and the metal plates you need to make it mount? they fit perfectly inside the case, between the case and the phone.
This looks very interesting, and I've been looking for a car mount recently. Any way you could post up some close up pictures of the part that holds the phone? It looks like a suction cup device, which makes me pretty skeptical of its effectiveness when used with a case that doesn't have a smooth surface for it to attach to.
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I don't how many people who still use their cd player, but if you don't, this mount is amazingly effective:
http://www.mountek.com/
I have been using it on the S3 now for a while and works flawlessly.
pizz0wn3d said:
This looks very interesting, and I've been looking for a car mount recently. Any way you could post up some close up pictures of the part that holds the phone? It looks like a suction cup device, which makes me pretty skeptical of its effectiveness when used with a case that doesn't have a smooth surface for it to attach to.
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it is not a suction cup. it is a rubber foot, with neodymium magnets embedded. (hence the metal plates it provides.) the magnets hold the plate, and rubber foot keeps it from sliding, or scratching your phone. i will get a pic or 2 at lunch.
ipaq_101 said:
I don't how many people who still use their cd player, but if you don't, this mount is amazingly effective:
http://www.mountek.com/
I have been using it on the S3 now for a while and works flawlessly.
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I looked into that, but my CD player drops these 2 locks over the slot (mitsubishi factory 6 disk changer) and would not allow the insertion of the mount.
ipaq_101 said:
I don't how many people who still use their cd player, but if you don't, this mount is amazingly effective:
http://www.mountek.com/
I have been using it on the S3 now for a while and works flawlessly.
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Would this mount hold the phone in horizontal position and what is the maximum size the mount opens up too.
I need something for quick insertion/quick removal as well
Has anyone found a mount that holds the phone securely (in a case), that doesn't shake too much, and does not push any of the phone's buttons?
Ram mounts are pretty nice.
Http://www.rammount.com
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Hi
I didn't find any phone car holder for LG g pro
Personally i love my iOttie mount. It connects quickly and holds tight and then easy to get out. Holds it securely without feeling like I'm going to break something (mount or phone) because its spring loaded with a button that "grabs" the device and holds it. The XL size holds my LG and my gal's 4.5" Motorola, its a bit to big for your iPhone friends.
I bought mine on ebay for like 19.99
http://www.iottie.com/Product/ProductDetail.aspx?ProductID=947&ProductType=321
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This is my DIY method of mounting the OGP on my air vent using the head of a windscreen mount. The OGP with the case is pretty heavy and the suction cup can't keep it firmly especially in an off road situation so I decided to make this mount out of a piece of sheet metal. All I can say it is sturdy as hell. So if you like tinkering at home it can be a nice weekend project...
dantheman68 said:
Personally i love my iOttie mount. It connects quickly and holds tight and then easy to get out. Holds it securely without feeling like I'm going to break something (mount or phone) because its spring loaded with a button that "grabs" the device and holds it. The XL size holds my LG and my gal's 4.5" Motorola, its a bit to big for your iPhone friends.
I bought mine on ebay for like 19.99
http://www.iottie.com/Product/ProductDetail.aspx?ProductID=947&ProductType=321
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That mount looks like it would press the volume buttons. Any issue with that? just to make sure, you have Model No: HLCRIO101 , correct?
Also, do you have yours hanging from the windshield or mounted to the dash? I'm looking to hang it, with the phone in landscpae. Any issues with it falling out in landscape mode?
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Do you actually have this mount, or are you just suggesting it? If you do have it, any issues with the buttons or shaking or anything, and will it hold the OGP in a hybrid case? Also, it's designed to have the home button on the left. For those apps that only want to display in one particular direction when in landscape, that would make me have to flip the holder over, with the single tab on the bottom and the two holder up top. Any issues with the phone not staying in the mount if flipped over in this way?
Pallcsa...I realize you made the bracketry, but what mount is it that you are using to hold onto your phone's case? Also, what app is that, that gives your lean angles?
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Do you actually have this mount, or are you just suggesting it? If you do have it, any issues with the buttons or shaking or anything, and will it hold the OGP in a hybrid case?
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I bought it cuople of weeks ago. Didn´t have the opportunity to try it. But I inserted the OGP to try and fits perfect, so i don´t think it will fit with any cover (as any other smartphone with car holder i had).
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Ahh... Yes, you must put the power button side downwards. It just reboot my phone
andygold said:
That mount looks like it would press the volume buttons. Any issue with that? just to make sure, you have Model No: HLCRIO101 , correct?
Also, do you have yours hanging from the windshield or mounted to the dash? I'm looking to hang it, with the phone in landscpae. Any issues with it falling out in landscape mode?
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It covers the buttons but doesn't "press" them. Mine hangs from the windshield. It's spring loaded but has soft pads and doesn't squeeze too hard but it sits in there secure, I use it in portrait mode exclusively with no problem.
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Pallcsa...I realize you made the bracketry, but what mount is it that you are using to hold onto your phone's case? Also, what app is that, that gives your lean angles?
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Well, as I said it was the head of a universal windscreen phone mount that I had laying around since it was too weak to hold that weight firmly. As far as the inclinometer app goes, you can download it from play store. Here is the link. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ojw.inclinlite&hl=hu
My OGP is in an Evtech Hybrid Case ( http://goo.gl/qZg5oX ) which is tough and hardy. I use a Dash Crab Duet car mount ( http://goo.gl/VKpBM8 ) with it. I offset the phone in the spring loaded jaw so no buttons are pushed. The mount attaches well to the dash or windshield and holds the phone securely in any position I gimble it to.
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My OGP is in an Evtech Hybrid Case ( http://goo.gl/qZg5oX ) which is tough and hardy. I use a Dash Crab Duet car mount ( http://goo.gl/VKpBM8 ) with it. I offset the phone in the spring loaded jaw so no buttons are pushed. The mount attaches well to the dash or windshield and holds the phone securely in any position I gimble it to.
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Wow! The Dash Crab Duet looks incredible, I will get it.
Thanks for the recommendation.
OP here. I ended up ordering the iOttie XL mount from Meritline:
http://www.meritline.com/iottie-one...for-galaxy-note-ii-galaxy-siv---p-102928.aspx
usually $19.99, but with coupon code MLCQ20XN it came out to $13.50 SHIPPED. Someone reviewed it for the OGP and said that the mount's holders touch the volume buttons but do not operate them, and that the phone in a case sits nice and tight. I should have it within the week and will report back any pluses and minuses of use.
I don't know if the coupon code is still good, but I guess you could try it if interested.
If this does not work out, I'll either mod it to make it work, or I might just try the Dash Crab Duet mentioned above.