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[Review] $25.78 for ALL Accessories

So I have finally received all of the different accessories I ordered for the phone. I'm hoping this post will give that extra push to those that are double minded about purchasing one of these. All of the accessories except for one were recommended from this forum from various users. All items were shipped to Southern California.
Dual USB Port 1 Amp Car Charger
($1.97 + Free Shipping, 7 days for arrival)
Review: It works great. Went on a road trip recently and was able to keep my Vibrant and my wife's Nexus One charged up while only using only one cigarette lighter port.
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Window Car Mount
($10.94 + Free Shipping, 9 days for arrival)
Review: Unfortunately this didn't arrive in time for my road trip but I have been playing with it since I received it. It is a quality build and the suction is very strong. The suction cup comes with a lever. This is not a universal mount, it is made specifically for the international galaxy-s, which also fits the Vibrant perfectly. The phone will not fit in the mount if a gel case is being used. I used a deremel to punch out a hole where the camera is. I sit pretty far back when driving so sometimes I have trouble reaching the phone. It might be better for some to consider the vent mount version available from the same seller. I couldn't sacrifice my vent since the A/C in my car is pretty weak (Mazda 3 Hatchback). I'm currently looking for something to attach to my dash so I can suction this mount on to my dashboard. I've noticed that the suction cup latches pretty strongly to CD cases so I'll probably just modify one and use double sided tape to put on my dashboard.
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Black Gel Case
($0.99 + $1.99 Shipping, 5 days for arrival)
Review: This is a great case! It fits very snugly to the phone. All the cutouts are perfect. It can take a little getting used to since you have to press the power and volume buttons a little harder than usual. But once you've had it for a week or so, you don't notice it so much. It is not completely black, it is more like black smokey transparent. It's clear enough that you can see the "Galaxy S" thru the back.
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Realook Screen Protector
($9.89 w/coupon + Free Shipping, next day arrival)
Review: Just like all other accessories, screen protectors come down to personal preference. I absolutely cannot stand the 3M type screen protectors. I don't like the rubbery feeling and the fact that it doesn't really let the screen shine thru as good. That is why I went with realook. This is a dry application type that is made out of a hard plastic material. Application is very easy. You will probably end up with a very tiny air bubble next to the speaker but it's too small to be noticeable. This gives you the most natural feel on the screen glass and does not diminish the quality of the screen. After applying this screen protector, I felt that the buttons at the bottom were not as sensitive to touch as they were before. I don't really mind that since I have an extra layer of protection for the screen. If it is too bothersome, you can always cut that portion out, but then you wont have that homogeneous feeling.
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Nice contribution

Thanks for the review. I too have the reallook protectors on my nexus and vibrant and I love them. I will never buy anything else. I just ordered the case per your recommendation and I am thinking about the car dock. Thanks again

You could get one of the dash mount disks that comes with most garmins. Black plastic disk with adhesive that holds the garmin suction cups well. Would look better than the cd case.
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Tpavey said:
You could get one of the dash mount disks that comes with most garmins. Black plastic disk with adhesive that holds the garmin suction cups well. Would look better than the cd case.
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Thanks for that tip! I will look for that. I'm a sucker for DIY projects so I wanted to see what I can do with whatever is laying around the house or work. If that ends up looking bad, now I know I can always order that disc online somewhere.

Good review. And thanks for sharing.

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Great review, very handy info. Thanks!

Looking for a windshield mount for my truck

I know there a few threads about windshield mounts but none of them have what I'm looking for. I am looking for a windshield mount for my 2000 Ram 1500. I want it to mount on the BOTTOM on the windshield and come to the edge of the dash so it will need to be fairly long. I switch between the Seidio Innocase II surface and the Seidio 3500mah extended battery so I need something that will accommodate both of those. I also need it to switch between portrait and landscape. The Kensington windshield mount for the Iphone looks like it would be great but it doesn't look like it will allow me to use my extended battery.
What have you guys found that might work for what I need?

ive been using this...
Scosche IUHW7 Windshield Vent Mount Kit.
its inexpensive it sitcks... it turns and fits all kinds of stuff

I think I got it for 12 bucks at walmart

bacidath said:
ive been using this...
Scosche IUHW7 Windshield Vent Mount Kit.
its inexpensive it sitcks... it turns and fits all kinds of stuff
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I might have to see if my local walmart has that. Thanks.

http://www.seidioonline.com/product-p/ck17hev4c04.htm
it is not long but with a little modification it will work.
it also holds thee innocaseII and the extended battery one.
will car dock the phone

Ram Mounts are good in trucks
http://www.ram-mount.com/

Mountek MT5000
I bought this after finding a thread about it on another forum. Best accessory ever. Extremely quick and easy to install, rotates portrait/landscape ... can't complain about anything. It uses your CD slot - you just put it in the opening and clamp it down.
It's actually started to become a problem because I'm constantly distracted while driving by my cellphone now. It's just right there up in my face, gorgeous and begging to be played with.
Can't post the link since I'm new here ... but you can Google it easily.

I like the Clingo mount so much, I am going to mod the Sedio Active Innocase I have to make it work with it (smooth.velvty doesn't stick to Clingo).

sanyi83 said:
Ram Mounts are good in trucks
http://www.ram-mount.com/
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I've used Ram Mounts in my Jeep, good stuff!
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I've got a cheap Arkon universal mount I use in my car. Works great with my ballistics case or naked.
Dunno how long it is but I have am ikd z car and its mounted to the bottom of my windshield and comes to the dash edge. Probably 6in or more. It was tricky too cause my car has a high rake angle and I wanted it mounted so it wouldn't show Tue mount at all in videos. It does block half the camera but it clamps hard enough that you can scoot it up and get the camera free.
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When in its case, mine fits in my Garmin windshield mount
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Why not just get the seidio innotraveler? It will fit both the extended battery and innocase power their website. I have it and love it, it actually extends pretty far.
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Because the seidio one is $50! Thats crazy for a windshield mount. I found one at bestbuy yesterday its by rocketfish and made for the iphone but it works with our phone to. It doesn't come to the edge of the dash but it will work.

ARKON Car Mount for SGS3 - I like it

Hi guys, I just picked up the ARKON SM515 mount for my GS3 and I love it. I think it was $16 on amazon. (link to their site http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/slimgrip-galaxy-s-3-mini-windshield-car-mount.html ) They also have one called the AP515 which is for the iphone and its a few bucks cheaper but I just don't know if the GS3 will fit. The SM514 is similar to the 515 but it's a tiny bit bigger due to the adjustable arm (another great one to consider if you have the room for it) Anyway I mounted in a weird spot near my radio on the center of the dashboard. It can swivel in almost any direction which is cool and it's holding on tight. You can adjust the feet that hold the phone and they have rubber padding that way they won't scratch anything. I mounted mine using the included dashboard sticky pad. Here's a few pics taken with my bionic. (not the best camera)
p.s. In case any of you are wonder i'm using the Fosmon TPU + clear back case from amazon. It's around 6 bucks.

Deffinately thinking I'll order one. Been wanting a good mount for my car witht he new phone.

Arkon makes some FANTASTIC products - glad to know they didn't skimp out on the S3.

I bought the bad boy.
http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/slimgrip-galaxy-s-3-car-floor-mount.html
I hate using AC and window mounts. This can sit right in between my e-brake and driver seat.

That's the exact mount I have in my car. I originally bought it for my Nook Color, but it also fits the S3 perfectly. Nice strong hold.
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How removable is the dashboard sticky pad? Would it leave behind any gunk when taking it off? And how easy is it to take off/put on. Thanks.

Tryptonite said:
How removable is the dashboard sticky pad? Would it leave behind any gunk when taking it off? And how easy is it to take off/put on. Thanks.
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Taking the phone off the mount is pretty easy but this thing does hold it pretty firmly in place. I don't know how easy The 3M sticky pad will come off as it feels pretty solid on there. In my case my dash is plastic so it should come off pretty easily (but not too easy I hope) . You may want to contact their customer service and see what they say about it

sebastianraven said:
I bought the bad boy.
http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/slimgrip-galaxy-s-3-car-floor-mount.html
I hate using AC and window mounts. This can sit right in between my e-brake and driver seat.
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That looks awesome.

Check out Mountek CD slot mount.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004E5W3D4/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1342158086&sr=8-1
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Paging Dr B said:
Hi guys, I just picked up the ARKON SM515 mount for my GS3 and I love it. I think it was $16 on amazon. (link to their site http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/slimgrip-galaxy-s-3-mini-windshield-car-mount.html ) They also have one called the AP515 which is for the iphone and its a few bucks cheaper but I just don't know if the GS3 will fit. The SM514 is similar to the 515 but it's a tiny bit bigger due to the adjustable arm (another great one to consider if you have the room for it) Anyway I mounted in a weird spot near my radio on the center of the dashboard. It can swivel in almost any direction which is cool and it's holding on tight. You can adjust the feet that hold the phone and they have rubber padding that way they won't scratch anything. I mounted mine using the included dashboard sticky pad. Here's a few pics taken with my bionic. (not the best camera)
p.s. In case any of you are wonder i'm using the Fosmon TPU + clear back case from amazon. It's around 6 bucks.
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thanks for this. i've been looking for a good vehicle mount for a while

Im looking for something like this but with shorter neck.

For you guys that don't like windshield mounts, I've used the "sticky" Arkon mount. It works pretty well. I like the Mobile Grip, but if you use a big case like an otterbox, you'll probably be better off with the slim-grip, that thing will hold anything.
Mobile Grip: http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/mobile-grip-galaxy-s-3-car-mount.html
Slim-Grip: http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/slimgrip-galaxy-s-3-car-mount.html

sebastianraven said:
I bought the bad boy.
http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/slimgrip-galaxy-s-3-car-floor-mount.html
I hate using AC and window mounts. This can sit right in between my e-brake and driver seat.
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Looks interesting. Can you put up pictures/video when you get it installed? I'm wondering whether its long enough that you don't have to look down from the road too much to see the screen.

Shady Gambino said:
For you guys that don't like windshield mounts, I've used the "sticky" Arkon mount. It works pretty well. I like the Mobile Grip, but if you use a big case like an otterbox, you'll probably be better off with the slim-grip, that thing will hold anything.
Mobile Grip: http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/mobile-grip-galaxy-s-3-car-mount.html
Slim-Grip: http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/slimgrip-galaxy-s-3-car-mount.html
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Yeah, their sticky mount is awesome!!! I just recently reviewed their Slim Grip Ultra with stick mount here on XDA: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2174449 - that mount works with ANY phone up to Note 2/Note 3 size and even 7"/8" tablets. Definitely recommend it.

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Searching for a new car mount. Any Suggestions?

Hi!
I've bought a new bumper (SPG Spigen Ultra Lumi Bumper).
Now I need a new car mount, because my old one does not fit with the bumper.
Any suggestions for new car cradle?
greets
m8980

The ibolt car dock is great. Works with or without a case. Does not work with the defender.
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i have the arkon car mount (the one with mega grip) it fits on the garmin ball mount so it's prefect for me. amazon sells it for 13 bucks or so...
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Just got the imagnet on Amazon and I'm loving it so far. Holds great even off road and works with my uag case.

There are many choices for you here http://dx.com/s/car+mount . pls read the review before you decide which one to buy. Hope it'll help you find a suitable one.

Matt1024 said:
Just got the imagnet on Amazon and I'm loving it so far. Holds great even off road and works with my uag case.
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Indeed, I am using this one too and very happy with that.

Imagnet is the best. Still on sale for $19.99.
iMagnet Cradle-less Magnetic Mount with Quick-snap Technology, Smartphone Car Windshield Dashboard Universal Holder
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B008IOQ3K6/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8

http://www.amazon.com/Mountek-nGroove-Universal-Mount-Black/dp/B004G1L52Q
mount tek cd mount it works on some cars, no need for suction cups and half of us ditch the cd players at this point.

lcrazyaznl said:
http://www.amazon.com/Mountek-nGroove-Universal-Mount-Black/dp/B004G1L52Q
mount tek cd mount it works on some cars, no need for suction cups and half of us ditch the cd players at this point.
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This is what I use too. Very unique design and works great.

Matt1024 said:
Just got the imagnet on Amazon and I'm loving it so far. Holds great even off road and works with my uag case.
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How thick are the adhesive plates protruding from the case? can you post a pic?

Its about 5 sheets of copier paper. Very thin. A lot thinner than a credit card.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1968549

I've been using the iOttie one touch mount. There's a newer one that just came out called the Easy Flex 2 but I've been using the original one called Easy One Touch. Best car mount I've used. There's a button on the dock plate that when pushed in the 2 arms grab onto the phone and it's pretty secure. To remove it just squeeze the 2 buttons on the side of the mount and the arms open up and the phone pops out.
It's not a powered dock so you have to plug in your adapter straight into the phone. Most times if my phone is fully charged I don't plug it in and it's a very clean look.
I keep an NFC sticker by the dock to turn on GPS and car mode so with this mount everything is just so quick. Check it out and let me know if you have any questions.

rebdogg said:
I've been using the iOttie one touch mount. There's a newer one that just came out called the Easy Flex 2 but I've been using the original one called Easy One Touch. Best car mount I've used. There's a button on the dock plate that when pushed in the 2 arms grab onto the phone and it's pretty secure. To remove it just squeeze the 2 buttons on the side of the mount and the arms open up and the phone pops out.
It's not a powered dock so you have to plug in your adapter straight into the phone. Most times if my phone is fully charged I don't plug it in and it's a very clean look.
I keep an NFC sticker by the dock to turn on GPS and car mode so with this mount everything is just so quick. Check it out and let me know if you have any questions.
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I just bought this too, haven't got it yet, but it looks like a nice mount for sure.
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I found a cheaper version of the clingo mount http://dx.com/p/long-tube-car-stand-holder-for-iphone-samsung-htc-blackberry-black-156661 and ordered it to give it a try. Hopefully it'll be as sticky as the original and works with any case with smooth surface.

Car Mount recommendation?

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.

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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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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

coolsilver said:
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