I live in canada, and therefore, have to deal with below freezing temps. The issue I have right now is trying to find a car mount that does not utilize that cheap plastic tab in the middle of the sgs2 to hold it in the mount. I have purchased 2 different types on ebay, and both have had that tab snap off due to the cold weather making the plastic brittle. Does anyone know of a product somewhere that has that clip either on a spring hinge, and one that uses a metal clip that wont break in cold weather?
colinlinton said:
I live in canada, and therefore, have to deal with below freezing temps. The issue I have right now is trying to find a car mount that does not utilize that cheap plastic tab in the middle of the sgs2 to hold it in the mount. I have purchased 2 different types on ebay, and both have had that tab snap off due to the cold weather making the plastic brittle. Does anyone know of a product somewhere that has that clip either on a spring hinge, and one that uses a metal clip that wont break in cold weather?
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I used to own a classic Mini, anyone that has owned one will tell you there is not really any protection inside unlike a modern car.
I used a exogear - exomount in it over winter (-6c for a week was the lowest where I live) and no cracking/snapping or loss of suction.
Its a really great mount, someone posted up about it in here somewhere and Ive loved it ever since.
Here, in Poland, i had a maybe similar issue, the temperatures get from freezing cold to melting hot, always any holder gets broken or just falls off from the window due to the temperatures deforming the sucker. Now im using a Spiderpodium and i can totally reccomend it, if you got a vent near enough to allow you to see the screen without any trouble then that might do the job for you. As an additional pros the vent with air conditioning keeps the phone cool all the time. About a traditional car mount then you could maybe try a universal mount, phone doesnt need to be squeezed into such so there are zero parts that could break off.
Hi,
im using this product ordered from eBay, this is by far the best holder i had, and i tried about 4:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Universal-C...685656?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item27c9391418
didn't try it in a cold weather. i live in Israel and i bought this product this summer. during summer the temperatures can get to close to 40 degrees in the place i live (probably higher inside the car).
in a few occasions my car was in direct sunlight all noon, when i got back to the car the suction cup was a little bit loose, but after a few moments when the car cools down the suction cup is strong again.
it can be rotated 360 degrees, it doesn't wobble and make noise during driving and the suction cup is very strong, never fell of the windshield.
Why not get a proper mount for your phone ? I'm using a Brodit one and it's very tough even when offroading (not mounted on windscreen, but mounted with screws). It fits and holds the phone just great.
All variants for the S2 are here, there's even an adjustable one in case you use a skin case.
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FWIW: I finally got this the other day after they were mentioned on Gizmodo a couple weeks back. Exogear sold out, Amazon sold out, and I got back ordered for week.
This is my second car mount, I also have one of the HK shipped ones that you can buy on eBay with the X10 specific mount which will let you use programs like DailyRoads Voyager to record your trips or take photos through the mount.
The main problem with that ebay mount is that it could only be mounted on the windshield, and with some cars, it's impossible to mount low without the phone being more than an arms length away, and if you mount it high, you block your view (like adding another rearview mirror) and risk a stop and ticket by a police officer for 'blocking your view' which is one of the old rules now being enforced. Additionally, your car charger may not be long enough to reach and/or adds an additional distraction.
Anyway, Exogear had a video of this new universal car mount and Giz put a link up on the Exomount. They claim that this is the stickiest mount and can stick to pebbly/leather textured dash and frame panels as well as smooth glass without an additional pad or double stick tape. Additionally, since it has a clamp at one end, as well as the suction cup, you can suction cup your phone and clamp to the air ducts which might be a necessity with the battery overheating problem during Summer.
Well, in short, Exomount does everything it says it does. It's a very short form factor (a couple inches shorter from screen to mount than my Chinese car mount), it will clamp to the airducts, and suction cup your phone (extremely well) that you may pull the back off when you try to release it and it will stick to pebbly dash. Just make sure that your surface is CLEAN. The material will pickup all the dirt/dust and have reduced suction as a result. The suction cup can be washed in the sink. The mfgr says it's better after washing.
You may want to keep the cardboard ring to put on the unit when not in use.
It does not come with one of those 'keep the louvers open' clips, but it's clips are very long and I didn't have a issue with the louvers closing once I had it in position since I spread the clip to span several louvers. I didn't see any warping of the vents.
Guys, I need your opinion about a magnetic car holder for SGS3.
Is it safe to use the Tetrax Fix magnetic car holder?
I mean, my concern is not only about the phone getting loose due to poor magnetic strenght, but the magnetic field interference with the phone functions.
Has anyone tested it yet?.
It looks pretty cool, as it is very small.
Link:
http://www.amazon.com/Tetrax-Magnetic-SmartPhones-iPhones-Players/dp/B0073X45RQ
Thanks.
I have used them for 6 or 7 months with my Motorola Razr in my car and on my golf trolley.
The system has a magnetic button that fixes to your car with a self adhesive pad, and there is a self adhesive plate to fix to your phone. These come in 3 sizes and I would recommend using the largest due to the weight of the S3
They have worked perfectly well, although my phone has occasionally fallen off the trolley when going over rough ground. I've never had a problem with it in the car.
I am not using it on my S3 because the metal piece that fixes to the phone will not let the S3 sit level on a desk, The Razr has a bulge at the top that I fixed the plate near to, so it was not a problem.
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tetrax xway
Hi,
Please consider tetrax xway or fix way of any touch screen device like smgIII.
The x stabilize the unit when using touch screen, tubber for vibration absorption, better magenta strength.
Magnets do no interfere it's a patented opposite pole layout solution, more info here
tetrax.com/support/faq-frequently-asked-questions
thanks
stunno said:
I am not using it on my S3 because the metal piece that fixes to the phone will not let the S3 sit level on a desk, The Razr has a bulge at the top that I fixed the plate near to, so it was not a problem.
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Thanks for that. The system does look good though, but I don't really want to have a bit stuck on my phone all the time. I'm thinking getting a second battery cover (when they are available!) might be a solution so that I can swap them when needed. Alternatively some kind of quick-snap piece for the phone that the metal part could be stuck to would be quite good.
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Isadora said:
Thanks for that. The system does look good though, but I don't really want to have a bit stuck on my phone all the time. I'm thinking getting a second battery cover (when they are available!) might be a solution so that I can swap them when needed. Alternatively some kind of quick-snap piece for the phone that the metal part could be stuck to would be quite good.
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You can get a replacement battery cover for the S3 here:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/11089202043...AX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649#ht_500wt_1361
My main concerns with the Tetrax holders are:
They clip to vent vanes, whish isn't always the most stable mounting solution.
You cannot rotate them to face the driver, which makes them not ideal for use with GPS.
almightywhacko said:
You can get a replacement battery cover for the S3 here:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/11089202043...AX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649#ht_500wt_1361
My main concerns with the Tetrax holders are:
They clip to vent vanes, whish isn't always the most stable mounting solution.
You cannot rotate them to face the driver, which makes them not ideal for use with GPS.
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I know about these but I'd rather have one without the big "galaxy SIII" even if it's just for the car and I wouldn't actually see it
I was looking at the Fixway which doesn't clip to the air vent.
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FWIW, for the past couple of years I've used an alternative magnetic mount solution from krussell - most recently for the last 12 months with my SGS2
Despite some 'spirited' driving, its always remained perfectly secure.
I was worried about the magnetic field, but have had no such problems.
Its by far the best car mount solution I've ever used.
The magnetic disc is stuck wherever you want, and the thin metal plate is stuck to the back of your phone (or as I have done the back of the case)
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Krusell-Str.../dp/B000ORXUOM/ref=pd_luc_chashrec_02_01_t_lh
Now that I have my SGS3, I've ordered some cheap painted white self adhesive metal strips to attach to the SGS3 case to use with this magnet.
Ignore the poor 1* review from some plum who blames the product because he tried to use it with an ipod with a platter drive in it!
Watch the weight limitations on the FIX...
Isadora said:
I know about these but I'd rather have one without the big "galaxy SIII" even if it's just for the car and I wouldn't actually see it
I was looking at the Fixway which doesn't clip to the air vent.
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I wanted to get the FIX version as well, but the problem is that it only supports 150 grams or 5.25 ounces, and while the SGS3 by itself weight 4.7 ounces, when I add my Otterbox Defender, it brings it up to 7.4 ounces. So I guess the only options for me are GEO (air vent) or step up to the much pricier XWAY....
HTC One X Official Car Dock keeps falling off windscreen
Anyone else experiencing this problem? It sucks initially to the windscreen, but then after a few dockings or after driving a while it keeps falling off...
I've applying some moist etc but to no avail. Any Ideas maybe?
I've just ordered one and it's due to arrive next week, Is yours still under warranty? I'd be tempted to get it exchanged.
The HTC site mentions a 'Dash board mount pad' as an alternative method of mounting.
See the thing is that I modified the dock a little bit to allow my One X + its case to fit in the dock, so I believe returning it for warranty claim is out of the question. Of course before I modified it I tested to see if it works, and it seemed 100%, that is until I started using it.
(BTW The modification was to the holder part itself, not the suction cup, so that couldn't be the problem)
I guess I'd have to try with the dashboard plate.. Thanks for your input mate..
Hope this does not sound dumb but have you cleaned the windscreen and suction cup. I drive a number of different company vans and it's like driving with cataracts, nothing sticks to the windscreens except spit and coffee
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HTC One X Official Car Dock keeps falling off windscreen
Anyone else experiencing this problem? It sucks initially to the windscreen, but then after a few dockings or after driving a while it keeps falling off...
I've applying some moist etc but to no avail. Any Ideas maybe?
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same here its chipped the corner of my phone and put a dent on the camera lens. not happy returned it Amazon gave me a refund.
it's probably just a crappy suction cup.
i use exomount by exogear, has never fallen off, and i've used it for probably close to a year now.
it also can be stuck to almost any surface, and will securely hold any phone with upto a 5 inch screen.
reverse the mount (clip it on to vent) and use the suction cup to stick your tablet/kindle on.
it's great.
brought another official car dock came in this morning. set it up and this one stays stuck on the windscreen....
OP its definitely a faulty suction cup. i even tried the dash mouth the suction cup failed to stick to that. but this new one is great.
I'm looking to get a car mount for my Nexus 5, but I'm not sure which style to go with. My dad has the Aduro u-grip and likes it, but he says it has fallen off his dash a couple times. He doesn't use the 3M tape though, so I imagine that could stick it more permanently.
http://www.amazon.com/Aduro-Univers...GLF8/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1405607983&sr=8-2
I've also seen options that fit on your vent.
http://www.amazon.com/Kenu-Airframe...1B4W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1405608084&sr=8-1
The vents in my car are fairly close together, so I'm a little concerned about that fitting.
I haven't really seen many of the traditional windshield mount options, but I never had much success with those sticking well anyway.
Any thoughts on the two I posted plus other possibilities?
raptir said:
I'm looking to get a car mount for my Nexus 5, but I'm not sure which style to go with. My dad has the Aduro u-grip and likes it, but he says it has fallen off his dash a couple times. He doesn't use the 3M tape though, so I imagine that could stick it more permanently.
http://www.amazon.com/Aduro-Univers...GLF8/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1405607983&sr=8-2
I've also seen options that fit on your vent.
http://www.amazon.com/Kenu-Airframe...1B4W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1405608084&sr=8-1
The vents in my car are fairly close together, so I'm a little concerned about that fitting.
I haven't really seen many of the traditional windshield mount options, but I never had much success with those sticking well anyway.
Any thoughts on the two I posted plus other possibilities?
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Hello,
The one that your dad has is awful, it won't stick even with the 3M tape/disk. As for the second one, I used with a smaller phone and it worked fine, but I think it might be a tight fit for the N5, especially if you use a case.
I currently have these two:
http://www.amazon.com/iOttie-Windsh...ie=UTF8&qid=1405608590&sr=8-5&keywords=iottie
http://www.amazon.com/iOttie-Univer...ie=UTF8&qid=1405608655&sr=8-7&keywords=iottie
The first one is in my car, the other one in my wife's. I particularly like mine, as it is easier to get the phone in and out. Also, you won't need the 3M tape. iOttie uses an special type of suction cup that attaches to virtually anything. I will also like to mention that both mounts have fallen a couple of times, during the winter time, but I am talking about really cold temperatures. You can put them in the windshield as well as in the dashboard, but I don't like to put them in the windshield, because I mostly listen to music through my phone and it is kind of far away to use for me.
Regarding the vent mounts, I have used them in the past with other phones, and there is just one major benefit in my opinion. When you are using the navigation app, the phone tends to get really hot and if you are listening to music is even worse. With your phone in the vent, that won't be an issue, even during the winter. The only con I can think of is that some of those vent mounts won't have a strong hold in your phone, so if you hit a big bump in the road the phone might come out.
I hope this helps.
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Regarding the vent mounts, I have used them in the past with other phones, and there is just one major benefit in my opinion. When you are using the navigation app, the phone tends to get really hot and if you are listening to music is even worse. With your phone in the vent, that won't be an issue, even during the winter. The only con I can think of is that some of those vent mounts won't have a strong hold in your phone, so if you hit a big bump in the road the phone might come out.
I hope this helps.
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Yeah, that's why I was looking at vent mounts. My old HTC Incredible would overheat if I didn't position my one vent in such a way as to blow cold air on it. Unfortunately in my new car the vents can't angle to blow cold air on where the phone would be in a window or dash mount.
I have a Kenu Airframe and am a huge fan. I've had it for a little over a year. Excellent product.
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I have a Kenu Airframe and am a huge fan. I've had it for a little over a year. Excellent product.
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+1 on the Kenu, but I used it with the Nexus5 Qi charger. See this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/goo...es/kenu-airframe-n5-wireless-charger-t2573184
It's very convenient to have the N5 magnetically mounted. I tried without the magnetic charger, it's a bit hard to insert/remove the phone from the Kenu mount.
I use a vent clip one I picked up from Wally-World. It worked fine for the last three phones I've had. $15.
Hi guys,
I've gone through a few generic mounts of eBay and unfortunately none have lasted me more than a few months. I've tried the design that consists of the round suction area and round mount, and the cheap claw style mount.
I know there must be a perfect one out there. What I'd like is one that has minimal vibration, strong suction, great build quality and NFC would be a nice bonus.
Does anyone have any suggestions?
What exactly has failed with the previous mounts?
surprising nobody responded to this one, anybody got a good experience with mounts?
I asked for more details about his previous experiences, without any reason... What else could I have said more? Maybe you, @sam008 could add something and we could continue the discussion from there.
PS: I have some experience with mounts.
Well the issue I've had and most people see as well is the suction has a very short life. In a few months, when driving, the phone just falls off and you have to re-attach it
That behaviour is rather normal. It's rather hard to create a plastic (rubber, silicone or whatever it is) that can resist in the sun. Even the suction cup that came with a Garmin (which might be considered above generic suction cups) fell down after a few weeks. Imagine that that suction cup is constantly pulled on and the longer the arm (I've seen 20-30 cm or almost one foot long arms) the worse it is. Not to mention that the phone will balance more.
That is why I tend to avoid suction cups and prefer vent or CD slot mounted holders, with as short as possible arms.
Vent mounted holders also have the advantage that during summer the phone will be cooled down by the car's A/C.
One of these days I'll come back with a few opinions about what I tried until now.
Even my iOttie dock couldn't handle the Texas heat! Not only did it keep falling off, whatever the suction cup is made of came apart and left a sticky goo all over my windshield. Now I use a CD mount that is below the dash and gets cold AC blown on it to help keep the phone cool.
At first I used a cheap suction cup holder. It was OK, but the phone was a little bit too far away from me. It used to fall every now and then, but not too often. But then again, Eastern Europe is not Texas. Some venting would have been welcome anyway.
Then I used a CD slot holder. It was pretty OK, A/C was blowing on the back of the phone (small clamp). But it used to resonate sometimes with the car at around 110 km/h.
Then I switched cars and broke the CD slot holder so I could use a vent holder and I did. The clamp is a bit big on this one, so the A/C is not that efficient, but it goes. Actually this one is made up of two holders, the clamp from one and the claws (that go in the vent) from another.
I tried a very small one for a few minutes (bought it from a mall and promptly returned it after I tried it in the parking lot) but it looks like it doesn't even have a chance of being stable.
Now I am using the amazon bought combo, but I might switch back to CD vent.
The linked pictures are as example only. The amazon links are the actual products.
In the end I recommend something that can easily enjoy the A/C and with a very short arm. Be careful that some car brands (like my old Fiesta) don't allow the air flow to be turned off while the vent's fins are used for the phone holder.