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Car Mount

has anyone purchased a decent car mount for the vibrant? I'm all over the web looking for one that I certainly wouldn't regret in buying. So, please post links, opinions, and maybe pics. thank you

I do not have it yet, but i saw this get posted several times with some good reviews http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.37823

The Verizon Fascinate is coming out this week and the press release says there will be a mount. I'm going to take my phone by a Verizon store and see if they have one they'll open and let me check fit.
Car Dock – Attachable to the windshield or dashboard, the car dock displays turn-by-turn GPS navigation instructions, rotates freely between landscape and portrait modes, and features a preloaded Samsung “Car Home” application, giving customers access to everything the “Desk Home” app can do while on the go. The car dock is available for $39.99.
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http://www.androidguys.com/2010/09/07/official-verizon-drops-samsung-fascinate-days-sept-9/

Due to the similar size and shape, I'm betting most generic ipod touch/iphone mounts out there will fit. Planning on checking walmarts offerings and maybe bestbuy sometime this week.

I just bought this:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150481766101&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
I think its great if you're not using a case, snaps right it and doesn't move, and the mount seems nice and firm. The holes for the speakerphone and camera are all in the right places so its good to go.
Only complaint i have is the top snap portion is a little long and gets caught in the seam between the front and back cover if you're not careful. I snipped a tiny bit off the end of it to blunt the end a little bit, and am careful to pull the snap back when i slide the phone in, and its nice.
There are is a thread in here as well and/or the i9000 accessories forum that discusses a few options if you are using a case.

Xidroid said:
The Verizon Fascinate is coming out this week and the press release says there will be a mount. I'm going to take my phone by a Verizon store and see if they have one they'll open and let me check fit.[/url]
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And on that note, i called my corp Verizon rep and ordered one - free overnight shipping. Part# is "SAMI500MNT"
SHould be here tomorrow @ 3:30'ish, that's when Mr. Fedex shows up.
I'll post details and pics if it's legit and ends up workin on the Vibrant.
(had to edit quote as i'm too new to post links)

Much to my dismay, not only is the micro-USB connector lower on the Fascinate than on the Vibrant, rendering the dock useless unless you remove the Vibrant's battery cover & insert at an angle, but the phone doesn't seem to recognize the usb connection. Although it does give you the audible signal that it's been plugged in - the charging indicator disappears immediately and audio is not passed through the 3.5mm jack at the back of the dock.
The overall design of the car dock is very nice and I can only hope TMO will bring something along these lines for the Vibrant.

Here are some pics of the car dock for the Fascinate, for those who happened to be curious.

LabattZ said:
Much to my dismay, not only is the micro-USB connector lower on the Fascinate than on the Vibrant, rendering the dock useless unless you remove the Vibrant's battery cover & insert at an angle, but the phone doesn't seem to recognize the usb connection. Although it does give you the audible signal that it's been plugged in - the charging indicator disappears immediately and audio is not passed through the 3.5mm jack at the back of the dock.
The overall design of the car dock is very nice and I can only hope TMO will bring something along these lines for the Vibrant.
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That's too bad, it looked promising. Thanks for jumping on it and trying for us.

Since the Galaxy is light in weight and came with 2 back covers, I did a DIY with velcro. I lined it up to my center dash (horizontally), hooked up the AUX and charger and BAM...only 5 bucks! I now have Google NAV/traffic and .MP4s at my finger tips.

DaSmittyman said:
I do not have it yet, but i saw this get posted several times with some good reviews http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.37823
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I just ordered this one. I'll let everyone know how well it performs when it arrives.

I got this Arkon car mount.
http://www.amazon.com/Arkon-IPM515-...L68S/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1287158680&sr=8-2
It says its for iPhone, but works just as well with most phones out there.

I have this mount:
http://www.amazon.com/Arkon-Univers...U3GA/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1287178030&sr=8-5
Works great and holds the phone firmly.

The clingo mounts look awesome and have tons.of good reviews.
Texted While Driving

DKYang said:
I got this Arkon car mount.
http://www.amazon.com/Arkon-IPM515-...L68S/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1287158680&sr=8-2
It says its for iPhone, but works just as well with most phones out there.
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Just got this mount today and well.......it's a very tight fit. This is perfect for anything smaller than the Vibrant size, otherwise it's a tight fit or won't fit at all. I won't recommend it if you need a mount where you can move the phone in and out of the mount quickly, otherwise, it should do well.

I use this one:
http://www.meritline.com/car-holder...-windshield-with-suction-mount---p-54018.aspx
With my Vibrant. Works great. You've got to be careful with the clip though to make sure you don't release it too soon it it'll snag between the battery cover and phone.
Overall very nice & doesn't obscure the phone at all & the phone can rotate 360 degrees with almost no effort (though it hasn't happened accidentally or when I've hit a bump or anything).

Anyone ever heard of proclipusa.com? They are a bit expensive but I had it for my iPhone in my 06 acura TL and it was awesome! Haven't ordered for the vibrant yet but am going to soon.
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tekkguy said:
I have this mount:
http://www.amazon.com/Arkon-Univers...U3GA/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1287178030&sr=8-5
Works great and holds the phone firmly.
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I got that too and it works pretty well. I've got an Xterra and it has a bumpy ride =\
~SB
Edit: I only use the vent not the windshield mount...

Xidroid said:
That's too bad, it looked promising. Thanks for jumping on it and trying for us.
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Official dock is now available... the cheapest I could find it was at Newegg for $35. Part #ECS-M979BEGSTA, I think (but some stores use this same part number for the Fascinate dock).

tjhart85 said:
I use this one:
http://www.meritline.com/car-holder...-windshield-with-suction-mount---p-54018.aspx
With my Vibrant. Works great. You've got to be careful with the clip though to make sure you don't release it too soon it it'll snag between the battery cover and phone.
Overall very nice & doesn't obscure the phone at all & the phone can rotate 360 degrees with almost no effort (though it hasn't happened accidentally or when I've hit a bump or anything).
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i have this one also and love it. tight fit and no matter how bumpy the road or water is (yes i use it on the boat) it stays exactly where you put it. on problem is you have to take it out of the case...

Powermat now at Best Buy

My local Best Buy has Powermats for the Evo out now. They have the battery door by itself for $35 and a set that comes with a single width mat and battery cover for $60. I didn't get one because I use a case but I thought I would share because I know some of you were excited to get one.

Yep confirmed 59.99.

Can't use - camera lens unprotected.

nabbed said:
Can't use - camera lens unprotected.
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camera lens is protected. i posted a few pics here,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=8708060#post8708060

nabbed said:
Can't use - camera lens unprotected.
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you know the stock evo comes with the lens protected. The lens is down inside the phone and has a protective window (which everyone keeps calling a lens) that it looks through.
This case appears to have some added bulk to keep the WINDOW off surfaces.

I love mine. I'm not a fan of cases, although it wouldn't be too difficult to hack up a silicon or tpu case to make it fit. I just appreciate not having wires to use anymore.

I picked up a powermat last night for my evo.
It seems to work pretty well, the fit is good, and only adds about 1 mm to the thickness of the battery door. The sprint silicone case fits over it with no modifications needed.
The mat is only fully powered when it detects a device to charge. It has a single magnet for alignment, and is easy to center on the pad as needed. There is also audible feedback when the phone is detected and the power is turned on.
It will charge through the standard sprint silicone case, but the alignment is not as easy, and I didn't try to check if the charging rate was changed by the extra case.
The compass in the phone seems to still work with a slight wobble to "north", while turning the phone 360 deg. The magnetic field strength reading is boosted to over 60/48ths , but calibrating the magnometer seems to allow compass use.

This is the same price as on the powermat website and you don't have to pay tax if you buy directly or shipping if you choose ground UPS. Wouldn't buying from best buy mean you're paying tax?
I'd just put it on my amex and if anything happened, they'd cover it.
They don't seem to sell it via the BestBuy website, can't even find it there.
Plus, doesn't Best Buy charge a restocking fee. The powermat folks seem to give a full refund in 30 days. Good way to try it out and see if it's worthwhile without the restocking fee.
i have one question about using a powermat itself. IF you plug this into the powermat or lay it down on the strip, whatever, how do you sync with your PC? You still have to hardwire to your desktop don't you? Unless you're always using Google services?

sanjsrik said:
This is the same price as on the powermat website and you don't have to pay tax if you buy directly or shipping if you choose ground UPS. Wouldn't buying from best buy mean you're paying tax?
I'd just put it on my amex and if anything happened, they'd cover it.
They don't seem to sell it via the BestBuy website, can't even find it there.
Plus, doesn't Best Buy charge a restocking fee. The powermat folks seem to give a full refund in 30 days. Good way to try it out and see if it's worthwhile without the restocking fee.
i have one question about using a powermat itself. IF you plug this into the powermat or lay it down on the strip, whatever, how do you sync with your PC? You still have to hardwire to your desktop don't you? Unless you're always using Google services?
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there is no restocking fee for accessories. where did you hear that?

DomSim said:
there is no restocking fee for accessories. where did you hear that?
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Nope, you're right. No restocking fee implictly quoted in their main refund/return policy. Still have to pay tax though.
And, how do you sync the device with your desktop? If you're running bluetooth all the time, it will eat your battery, if you have to hardwire in, kind of makes the powermat irrelevant.

I saw this the other day too when wandering the mobile department. I didn't have a chance to read too carefully into it, but just want to confirm it is still safe to charge via the regular ac adapter/car charger too, right?

Anyone know if the cover would work with a touchstone charger? I guess I'm just too lazy to do the touchstone mod myself and it seems like it might work. Sorry for the dumb question
Sent from my Sprint HTC EVO

With the power mat, does it come with a battery and if so whats the mah?

radar5 said:
I saw this the other day too when wandering the mobile department. I didn't have a chance to read too carefully into it, but just want to confirm it is still safe to charge via the regular ac adapter/car charger too, right?
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Yes it is still safe to plug in a normal ac or car charger.
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With the power mat, does it come with a battery and if so whats the mah?
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No the only thing you are replacing is the battery cover which is used with the mat.
Essentially the battery cover has the magnet and induction charging built into it. That is why there is the little connector on the bottom. Essentially it used the induction cover as the charger to charge the batter through the normal usb connection. Hope this clears up all the confusion and mystery surrounding this. I picked one up myself and I do like it. I only use the leather pouch from HTC which was able to stretch to fit the extra peice on the bottom.

DomSim said:
camera lens is protected. i posted a few pics here,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=8708060#post8708060
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New review:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMsOp0EI6YA .
The reviewer says the the new powermat battery door is flush with the camera lens [protector glass].
If this was true, this battery door is going to make the camera lens even more prone to scratching.

Don't see why you're all crying about the camera "lens"...if it's that big of a deal, put a bulky, useless cover over the damn thing. Otherwise, quit your complaining (or stop being so abusive).
Picked one up yesterday (actually two, but that's another story). LOVE LOVE LOVE that the back door is only slightly thicker..can't even notice it. The "dongle" sticking out is no biggie for me and actually, kind of a nice addition...easier to find "up" and easier to hold the phone in landscape.
It charges about the same speed as my car charger...don't know what the amperage is on it, but it IS slower than my wall outlet.
Anyway, rather than waiting for shipping (best buy didn't have any single mats) I ended up buying another EVO set (door and pad) so I can leave one at work. Looks like I'll be able to pull the setup off the door and stick it on my Overdrive, though

Does anyone know if it will still charge if using a case like seidio active?
I don't think the bottom part will be a problem and it should still work with the holster.
Anyone tried it?
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I haven't tried with a case but I can hold the phone off the pad a ways and it will still charge...
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Mayonesa said:
Does anyone know if it will still charge if using a case like seidio active?
I don't think the bottom part will be a problem and it should still work with the holster.
Anyone tried it?
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I picked up my Powermat this past Sunday and I LOVE IT!
I tried my nice cheap-ie holster from eBay ($3.50), naked, phone faces outward. With the powermat backing installed it DOES NOT fit. It is slightly thicker due to the magnet in the base.
My main motivation for the purchase was obviously to use it wirelessly, which is just amazing (loved it on the Pre, but I think I like powermat better... now if they could just make it available for the PS3 controllers lol), the ulterior motive was to get it so that the camera lens was not touching any flat surface I put it on..... and it doesn't! granted it's only like one millimeter, but still thats more than enough assurance for me!
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Picked one up yesterday (actually two, but that's another story). LOVE LOVE LOVE that the back door is only slightly thicker..can't even notice it. The "dongle" sticking out is no biggie for me and actually, kind of a nice addition...easier to find "up" and easier to hold the phone in landscape.
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Seconded... The little dongle is supported by my little finger just a tad which makes it just a tad easier to hold in landscape.
I thought that was going to be a major no-go for me, but I like it. And it's easy enough to unplug it to allow it to be plugged into the computer.
I don't know if its because of the rom I'm using (airborne 3.1), or because of how the powermat is alleged to charge, but I'm getting A TON better battery life since I installed both airborne 3.1 and the powermat.

Mayonesa said:
Does anyone know if it will still charge if using a case like seidio active?
I don't think the bottom part will be a problem and it should still work with the holster.
Anyone tried it?
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I have tried this and was not happy with the way the case was stretched at the bottom. If anyone wants to see pictures I can try to accommodate and snag some. Also tried out a Otterbox case (no go) and Seidio hip case (tight fit). Some may accept the power bridging powermat has decided to use but I plan to return it for now. I really wish powermat would have designed internal cabling instead. If they ever offer that revision I am down!

Car Dock Kit

http://www.t-mobile.com/shop/AddOns/Accessories/AccessoryDetailPopUp.aspx?accessory=916075f6-938d-4ce1-a6d3-69a685769d1a&inCart=True&catCode=22
I travel alot and one of the main reasons I bought the GS2 was for the big screen to use with Nav. Just ordered this today. Will post pics and review
REVIEW:
Got the dock today. Gotta say, not too bad. Although I don’t really think it’s worth more than about $25 tops. The build quality is ok. Everything is plastic, but it feels kind of light (the suction holder). Guess that’s a good thing if it’s being mounted to the windshield.
What’s included: Phone Dock, Suction Holder, Car Charger, Sticky suction pad (to use on your dash)
Suction Holder
There are 3 main components to this. The suction it pretty heavy duty. Probably better than my Garmin windshield mount. Once positioned on the glass, there’s a lever you push down drawing the air out making for a pretty good and strong contact. To release it from the windshield is just as easy. Just pull the same lever up to release.
The holder allows for full 360 rotation of the phone. Loosen the round knob to position and tighten. Once tightened, it’s pretty snug.
Where the phone dock connects, the suction holder has a little spring loaded push lever that’s used to clamp the phone dock to the holder. Same method is used to release the phone dock.
Phone Dock
Again, it’s pretty light. I wouldn’t say it’s feels cheap but just really light. The phone fits in pretty sung. It’s definitely not going anywhere. The dock also has a cut out for the camera, which is nice if you want to take pics of the road or maybe even a video of the guy in front of you with a lowered Silverado with a mural of his trunk on his tailgate 
Once the phone is in, the bottom end of the phone dock slides in and out making the usb contact. On the back of the dock, you have a micro usb port for charging and a 3.5mm line out jack. My only concern is with time, this portion will get loose. Seems like there’s 2 positions this click into as you slide it one way or the other.
Car Charger
It’s a micro usb car charger. Nothing more to say. Always good to have a spare one.
The dock definitely DOES NOT accept the phone with any cases. Don’t know about skins though. It’s a pretty sung fit with. Going to head over to TMO sometime this week and pick up the a ZAGG Dry application skin and see.
Figured it would, but as soon as you slide the plug from the dock into the phone, it goes into car mode right away, even without it being plugged into a power source. This can be deactivated by going into notifications and clicking Deactivate Car mode.
All in all, I’d have to say I’m pretty pleased with it. Not really pleased about how much it costs, but hey…It would have been nice for them to include an audio cable with the package. I bought this to replace my older Garmin Nav. Figure it’s much easier having this than traveling with the Garmin.
Update: Looks like this is going back. The line-out doesn't work. Getting no sound

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http://www.t-mobile.com/shop/AddOns/Accessories/AccessoryDetailPopUp.aspx?accessory=916075f6-938d-4ce1-a6d3-69a685769d1a&inCart=True&catCode=22
I travel alot and one of the main reasons I bought the GS2 was for the big screen to use with Nav. Just ordered this today. Will post pics and review
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does anyone else find it interesting that all of these same accessories cost $29.95 with the Vibrant and now cost $44.95 with the SGSII?

Thinking of picking this up:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Exogear-Exo...ccessories&hash=item588ef6bfb4#ht_4693wt_1270
Seems like a decent quality holder that will work no matter any case I use.

luckyduck69 said:
does anyone else find it interesting that all of these same accessories cost $29.95 with the Vibrant and now cost $44.95 with the SGSII?
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Nope. Makes sense, T-Mobile just released the phone so they hiked up all prices on "new" accessories. It's all naming/branding my man.

Looks nice...if u get it post some pics please.
I have one but makes too much noise when the car moves.
Tmo Galaxy S2

http://www.amazon.com/MSW-Exogear-E...ZLOS/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1319143393&sr=8-6
It is cheaper on Amazon. I am searching for a few other universals and I will make a decision in a day or two.

Was feeling frisky so picked it up at the store with the phone. Works great but the phone is held rather tightly and requires two hands to remove it when getting out of your car. Might loosen a bit over time, but a PITA for now. Phone also recognizes that this is a car dock (as opposed to desktop dock) and kicks on the VoiceTalk app automatically. Kind of nice.
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Used a universal on my last phone... have to say that having the charger plug into the mount directly is hands-down worth the extra money. I hated having to find the dangling end of the usb cord every time I got in my truck... especially in the dark. With the made-for-it mount, you sit the phone in the mount and then slide the bottom part up which engages the charge and locks in the phone. All with one hand.
-GP

Dsmwookie said:
http://www.amazon.com/MSW-Exogear-E...ZLOS/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1319143393&sr=8-6
It is cheaper on Amazon. I am searching for a few other universals and I will make a decision in a day or two.
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Have one and the best part about this mount is that it sticks to almost part in my car. Aside from the really curved parts.

Bought my first car dock for my old Vibrant few months ago, now have to get it again for my new SGS2. Like before I am getting OEM directly from Samsung website. Not sure what TM sells but the one I saw in their store looks pretty crappy from some 3rd party vendor.
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The car dock... excuse me, "vehicle navigation mount" I got at the t-mo store two days ago is a Samsung-branded accessory. Guy had to actually open the box that UPS delivered that morning. Perhaps your store didn't have them yet?

Good for you! I guess the TM store I had a pleasure to visit had different model on display. Looked really ugly comparing to oem model.
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esdwa said:
Good for you! I guess the TM store I had a pleasure to visit had different model on display. Looked really ugly comparing to oem model.
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they should start getting them in. There OEM it should be in green and white box with samsung all over it

$64,000 question: will it work with a case?

What do you think of these Herbert Richter German made windshield mount? The mount is used in a Pioneer AVIC-F500BT GPS which is quite heavy.

ctkatz said:
$64,000 question: will it work with a case?
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Probably not as it is made to fit the device snugly. This is why I use a pouch belt clip as I use my phone all the time for navigation and can't be taking a case on and off every time.

My Exogear mint will be here tomorrow. I'll let you know how it is. Cost $18 shipped off Amazon.
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Some quick shots of my Exogear mount. Sticks to just about any surface and holds most phones in a case. Video is uploading as we speak.
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cheap but nice mount
Just rec this mount ordered 2 one for my s2 and one fr my wifes vibrant really pleased with them ordered one more {ebay}Samsung Galaxy S II T989 Heavy Duty Windshield Premium Car Mount Phone Holder

Bummer. I need one that works with cases and has a longer arm to position the unit closer to the dash from the deeply set window. I really liked my previous one that I got from Amazon, but the bearing wore out or something and it won't stay in any position other than limply hanging down now...
Thanks for the review!

Splaktar said:
Bummer. I need one that works with cases and has a longer arm to position the unit closer to the dash from the deeply set window. I really liked my previous one that I got from Amazon, but the bearing wore out or something and it won't stay in any position other than limply hanging down now...
Thanks for the review!
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Are you referring to mine? It works with a case on.
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Offical Galaxy Nexus Car Dock Postponed again. Which car dock do you suggest?

I sent an email to Expansys regarding Galaxy Nexus car dock. This is the response that I received
I do apologise the Car dock has been pushed back until late this month or early next.
Regards
Eric Smith
Technical/Customer Services Supervisor
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So I need a car dock now. I really get bored off waiting for it.
Which dock do you suggest?
PS: I have GSM Galaxy Nexus

if your bored you can make your own.
there's a thread on here somewhere
oh wait...
it like a few threads down

Is this a joke?
Samsung is trying their hardest to kill the Nexus line, not that it was that big of a brand anyways.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=24626815&postcount=118
As you know the car dock also use the pogo pins, so maybe that also true for that dock, and again the OTA stopped from what I understand till the fix for signal issue in sleep mode.
*I don't know what about the HDMI dock, as it's use MHL fuctionality, but work only for video , better buy MHL adapter.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Windscreen-...Accessories&hash=item33714fad14#ht_1976wt_922
No pogo charging, but I've got two and they are by far the best dock I've used so far. Also cheaper than dirt.

Arkon's Mobile grip is a good choice for the GNEX, they have a variety of mount bases (dash, windshield, lighter socket, cupholder, etc) and they're reasonably priced.
http://www.arkon.com/mobile-grip/mobile-grip-dashboard-mount-mg178.html

Magnet Mount
Magnet mount. I can't post an outside link but search for magnet mount at harbor freight to see it.
$4.99 at Harbor Freight. Small, Unobtrusive and works great. You can even put the little metal phone piece in between the phone and a case.
I hate those bulky plastic things.

I got the one from Verizon store and love it! Its perfect, fit and design. It don't vibrate when driving like all the ones I had in the past.

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http://www.ebay.com/itm/Windscreen-...Accessories&hash=item33714fad14#ht_1976wt_922
No pogo charging, but I've got two and they are by far the best dock I've used so far. Also cheaper than dirt.
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will that work with a case on the phone?

I have (and love) the ProClips powered car mount. Excellent quality although a bit pricey.
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svtfmook said:
will that work with a case on the phone?
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Nope. It only kinda halfway works with the 2000mAH extended battery for GSM. It's pretty tight custom fit for the factory GSM phone. Not sure about CDMA.

SKYLINESSUCK said:
ebay.com/itm/Windscreen-Car-Mount-Samsung-Galaxy-Nexus-i9250-small-/220944379156?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item33714fad14#ht_1976wt_922
No pogo charging, but I've got two and they are by far the best dock I've used so far. Also cheaper than dirt.
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I was thinking about buying one of these, didn't order one yet because i'm worried about instability when using the camera while driving. Could you shoot a video using your mount? If it's just as stable as the genuine mount this one will suit my purposes.

URPREY said:
I have (and love) the ProClips powered car mount. Excellent quality although a bit pricey.
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Too bad they don't work with a case (or make a charging, width adjustable model like for the iphone)
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Shady Gambino said:
Arkon's Mobile grip is a good choice for the GNEX, they have a variety of mount bases (dash, windshield, lighter socket, cupholder, etc) and they're reasonably priced.
http://www.arkon.com/mobile-grip/mobile-grip-dashboard-mount-mg178.html
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I'm considering modifying this so there are pogo pins in the right clamp and it charges when I put my phone (with diztronic case) in it.

jboonstra90 said:
I was thinking about buying one of these, didn't order one yet because i'm worried about instability when using the camera while driving. Could you shoot a video using your mount? If it's just as stable as the genuine mount this one will suit my purposes.
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I'll try and get a video today. It's pretty sturdy so I don't think it'll be an issue even in my rough riding off road vehicle, but we'll see. I had concerns before I ordered it, but I figured for around $10, it was worth a shot.

SKYLINESSUCK said:
I'll try and get a video today. It's pretty sturdy so I don't think it'll be an issue even in my rough riding off road vehicle, but we'll see. I had concerns before I ordered it, but I figured for around $10, it was worth a shot.
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How's the build quality? I bought a random car mount from a chinese website, after 2 weeks of usage, the suction cup broke off the car mount.

Very pleased with it. I bought two versions; the "short" one and the "long" one. If you poke around the sellers store you'll see. The short one is better IMHO. The long one can jiggle just a little do to the way the arm adjusts. The short one is pretty solid. Suction cup part is beefy and not going anywhere. I did break the little tab off the top/side you are supposed to push to help get the phone out, but that's because I was being unreasonable on how hard I was pushing it. I tried shaving the crap out of the holder to make it fit the extended battery, then shoe-horned it in there. Then it was stuck LOL. I broke the tab getting it out, but it's still very usable, and I was pushing too hard.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130674625659
Arrived yesterday and waiting for me at the post office will update later
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Shady Gambino said:
Arkon's Mobile grip is a good choice for the GNEX, they have a variety of mount bases (dash, windshield, lighter socket, cupholder, etc) and they're reasonably priced.
http://www.arkon.com/mobile-grip/mobile-grip-dashboard-mount-mg178.html
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i have an arkon mount now, it's just a little too small for the gnex in a case, but it fits. it's a PITA to get in and out of the mount, but, i will say that the suction cup and mount itself are excellent quality and work great. i have had this mount for about a year and it has fit 3 different devices now, been through a few harsh seasons and i have never had it fall off. the arkon mounts are very much worth it. i think i paid $14 for my mount.

i have the diztronic case and arkon flat mount and it is snug but works great. a pogo pin mod for this setup would be awesome. please share if you get it done!
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Too bad they don't work with a case (or make a charging, width adjustable model like for the iphone)
I'm considering modifying this so there are pogo pins in the right clamp and it charges when I put my phone (with diztronic case) in it.
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I'm using Mountek, which attaches through a CD slot and is really unobtrusive. No POGO, works with my Nexus in case.
http://www.amazon.com/Mountek-MT5000-C-Universal-Satellite-Devices/dp/B004E5W3D4

Best Car Mount I've used yet...and it's $7.

Hey folks,
Not sure if you're familiar with monoprice, but if you aren't...you should be. I've been buying things like tv mounts and audio cables from them for a LONG time now...since back when HD TVs first came out and people would want $200 for a wall mount and another $100 for an HDMI cable.
Anyway, I was looking for some filler the other day, when I bought a new tv mount and needed to hit a certain point to use a coupon and wandered past their cell phone car mount. I had been kicking around the idea of getting the official Motorola unit for a while now, but the price always threw me off.
Well, the Monoprice unit is $7.05. And it works AWESOME! Fits the phone like a glove.
Universal Windshield Mount for iPhone®, Samsung Galaxy S®, and most Mobile Phones - Black - Monoprice.com
Anyway, just wanted to share. I've been through some universal docks in my day, and they usually suck after a while. And then my wife and I share a car, but my phone is caseless and hers has a case, so the official one was kind of up in the air.

Looks nice, thought i would share the one i am using right now
http://www.shopandroid.com/aduro-u-grip-universal-car-mount/3AA14505.htm
I found it locally, but for the same price.
I love this thing, it grips the device great, and the suction cup will go almost anywhere you want. I have mind suctioned to the top of my dash of my 08 dodge caliber. Even tho the dashboard is textured with some pretty deep ridges it sticks great!
Only con i would give it is that the grip is a little too tight, making one hand operation difficult. you can remove the device from the mount with one hand, however installing the phone into it usually requires use of your second hand to open the drip far enough. However it is a comfort knowing that it moto x isn't going to fall out.

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the phone like a glove.
Universal Windshield Mount for iPhone®, Samsung Galaxy S®, and most Mobile Phones - Black - Monoprice.com
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Thanks. Do you think it would fit with a rugged case, like Otterbox Defender or Seidio Dilex?
Teksu said:
Looks nice, thought i would share the one i am using right now
http://www.shopandroid.com/aduro-u-grip-universal-car-mount/3AA14505.htm
I found it locally, but for the same price.
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My local Costco was selling a 2 pack of mounts that looked identical to this for $25 (after $5 instant savings) about 2 months ago. I'm not sure if they still have them, but of they do they aren't prominently displayed.
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I think it would fit, actually.
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Has it fallen off on you?
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Hey folks,
Not sure if you're familiar with monoprice, but if you aren't...you should be. I've been buying things like tv mounts and audio cables from them for a LONG time now...since back when HD TVs first came out and people would want $200 for a wall mount and another $100 for an HDMI cable.
Anyway, I was looking for some filler the other day, when I bought a new tv mount and needed to hit a certain point to use a coupon and wandered past their cell phone car mount. I had been kicking around the idea of getting the official Motorola unit for a while now, but the price always threw me off.
Well, the Monoprice unit is $7.05. And it works AWESOME! Fits the phone like a glove.
Universal Windshield Mount for iPhone®, Samsung Galaxy S®, and most Mobile Phones - Black - Monoprice.com
Anyway, just wanted to share. I've been through some universal docks in my day, and they usually suck after a while. And then my wife and I share a car, but my phone is caseless and hers has a case, so the official one was kind of up in the air.
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SubliminalME said:
Well, the Monoprice unit is $7.05. And it works AWESOME! Fits the phone like a glove.
Universal Windshield Mount for iPhone®, Samsung Galaxy S®, and most Mobile Phones - Black - Monoprice.com
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Hey @SubliminalME, I recently picked one of these up, it does fit very well. Problem is that it either blocks the headphone jack or the charging port, depending on which way you put the phone in the mount. Have you found a way around this?

i bet you could drill a hole in the single mount pretty easily.
the better question (for me) is whether the phone can be positioned in the mount without blocking the camera. a windshield mount is only useful to me if i can use the camera. otherwise, it's going in a cupholder.

The Monoprice one is showing out of stock!! :/

UncleMike said:
Thanks. Do you think it would fit with a rugged case, like Otterbox Defender or Seidio Dilex?
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I think it would fit, actually.
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I ordered two of these and they came in the other day. Surprisingly, it fits well with the Seidio Dilex case. My concern was that there wouldn't be room for the integrated kickstand on the back of the case, bit there's just enough room for it.
I have an adhesive mounted Garmin-compatible ball (~17mm) on my dash that works perfectly with it.

i've got mine, but haven't taken it out of the box yet!

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Thanks for the heads-up! Always have loved Monoprice and I can't bring myself to go the imagnet route (ie pop off the back) on the X. This should be a nice cheap compromise, especially since I already have the garmin ball installed in both my cars.

The best that I've ever used is the Tetrax Xway. PRevents the phone from overheating by clipping in front of the A/C, and works with nearly every phone/case combo. I've used it through my Droid Incredible, Galaxy S2, and Galaxy S4 GPE with numerous cases.
http://www.tetrax.com/us/products/iphone-ipod/tetrax-xway
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awh6QP8-BBE