I currently use a back cover and a simple car mount on my N5, but would prefer to use a flip cover. But my last faux leather flip cover was destroyed by the car mount.
So I'd like to know if there's a car mount that is flip cover friendly, or a flip cover that's car mount proof. It also needs a way to keep the cover open somehow. Thanks
the_rebel said:
I currently use a back cover and a simple car mount on my N5, but would prefer to use a flip cover. But my last faux leather flip cover was destroyed by the car mount.
So I'd like to know if there's a car mount that is flip cover friendly, or a flip cover that's car mount proof. It also needs a way to keep the cover open somehow. Thanks
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I personally haven't seen one, but I thought about it when I got those clamp mounts where it clicks with enough pressure on the sides and the phone is clamped by rubber inserts. I tried it with my Seidio Ledger flip case and can be used if you flip the case landscape where the flap would fall open with gravity. I would not suggest folding it back fearing that the case may get damaged at the hinge or front flap.
Here's a car mount I reviewed, but you can use anything that are like the montar mount I reviewed.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/goo...i-review-winnergear-montar-universal-t2627658
Thank you for the review and pointing me towards it. I'd have guessed that the slight curve on the arms of the car mount would push the flip cover towards the screen, partly hiding it - but the pics you have posted tell me that's not the case.
Have you used the cover and mount for long? Did the cover suffer any damage from repeated mounting?
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Thank you for the review and pointing me towards it. I'd have guessed that the slight curve on the arms of the car mount would push the flip cover towards the screen, partly hiding it - but the pics you have posted tell me that's not the case.
Have you used the cover and mount for long? Did the cover suffer any damage from repeated mounting?
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Tell you the truth, the flip case is really not condusive to car mounts. I really didn't fee all that comfortable using it with the car mount for a long amount of time. Getting it out and in is a pain in the butt lol. But maybe something like a spring loaded one that can release may work better than this one.
Exactly! And those fears aren't baseless. Like I said, my earlier flip case was destroyed this way.
Anyway, I found a really cheap car mount, unlike anything I've seen before and ordered it right away, it holds the phone vertically instead of horizontally and attaches to the steering wheel, so flip cover should be alright, though I'll have to see how it affects the charging port....
Anyway, its less than $1.5 so I don't mind trying it out. Link
the_rebel said:
Exactly! And those fears aren't baseless. Like I said, my earlier flip case was destroyed this way.
Anyway, I found a really cheap car mount, unlike anything I've seen before and ordered it right away, it holds the phone vertically instead of horizontally and attaches to the steering wheel, so flip cover should be alright, though I'll have to see how it affects the charging port....
Anyway, its less than $1.5 so I don't mind trying it out. Link
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Cool...hmm..tension mount. Interesting. Let me know how it turns out! Yea, for that price, I would experiment too lol.
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Good news for all you Proclip fans,
I just recieved mine today and it works with the Samsung Extended battery just as well as the standard battery. There is a 1/2 in space behind the phone that should allow for even the most extreme extended batteries to fit as long as the battery cover does not extend beyond where the original battery cover fits (like if it wraps around the side of the phone it will not fit).
I ordered Proclip part number 513331 (Hard wired install).
Proclip doesn't disappoint either, this mount is just as awesome as the one for my old DINC. Nice and sturdy.
I'll post some pics later when I get it installed.
As is typical with proclip mounts, the mount is designed based on the physical dimensions of the phone (specifically the sides of the phone) so cases that change those dimensions will cause the phone to not fit in the grooves correctly.
Pix of the proclip in action
Grabbed a couple of pics for anyone interested.
Looks good, I had the incredible one too, but imo it was a little to hard to get in and out. Unfortunately since I already chipped my phone, I'm too scared to go naked with this phone. Plus their price is just too high for me.
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Looks good, I had the incredible one too, but imo it was a little to hard to get in and out. Unfortunately since I already chipped my phone, I'm too scared to go naked with this phone. Plus their price is just too high for me.
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I wont argue that they are spendy - I already had the base part but it's like $100 for both pieces for newbies.
But I do get something that no other mount has been able to offer me - this one is wired into the car, I can use only one hand to put my phone in it, and it doesn't fall or move when I press too hard. Considering the Verizon one is $40 and a POS it seemed worth the extra.
But yea if you have a case it's not so good.
does you phone fall if you turn the screen for navigation ?
I just ordered Proclip's adjustable mount 875214. Hopefully it will work well with my diztronic case. It grips near the bottom of the phone so it shouldn't interfere with any of the buttons or ports. I'll update after it arrives with the results!
roachdabug said:
I just ordered Proclip's adjustable mount 875214. Hopefully it will work well with my diztronic case. It grips near the bottom of the phone so it shouldn't interfere with any of the buttons or ports. I'll update after it arrives with the results!
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Should be good, as it is adjustable. I wish they made the sides of the powered mount adjustable...
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does you phone fall if you turn the screen for navigation ?
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Nope, it stays in there really well.
roachdabug said:
I just ordered Proclip's adjustable mount 875214. Hopefully it will work well with my diztronic case. It grips near the bottom of the phone so it shouldn't interfere with any of the buttons or ports. I'll update after it arrives with the results!
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Well for those who aren't aware, these Proclip holders come in 2 pieces: The first is a custom-fit bracket for your particular vehicle, and the other is the actual phone holder.
So let me start with the holder. The one I got is adjustable and holds my Galaxy Nexus with Diztronic case extremely well. It's snug but not difficult to remove, and leaves plenty of room behind the phone for the craziest of extended batteries. A+
Then there's the mounting bracket... I selected 853616 for my '07 Impreza. It hooked in behind the panel just fine and it is made of the same plastic as the holder which was nicer than I expected.
Unfortunately, it goes downhill from here: This particular bracket is a bad fit. All the angles are off, and as a result the adhesive backed sections do not contact the vehicle properly. Even if they did, the adhesive is so weak that I'm not sure it would stick. I'm going to have to pull it all apart and go to work with some thick double-sided adhesive tape of my own in order to deal with the gaps and get it installed properly. Not cool, especially considering the whole kit ended up costing me about $60. Now, there's lots of different brackets for lots of different cars out there, so your mileage may vary.
At any rate, it does a much better job holding the phone than my cupholder did.
Got mine a couple of days ago.
As has been noted, they come in two pieces. The piece that holds the phone is very, very nice and will definitely work with any reasonable extended battery. It's very snug, but not too snug, and the fit is perfect. I got one of the powered versions and it's fantastic.
The car mount piece, for me, is of similar quality. The fit is near stock and the thing is damn near impossible to remove.
As a unit, the two pieces are rock solid.
Highly recommended. I wouldn't hold out for the Samsung three pin holder. I had that same holder (minus the three pins, obviously) for my Nexus S - and this one is far, far, far better.
roachdabug said:
Well for those who aren't aware, these Proclip holders come in 2 pieces: The first is a custom-fit bracket for your particular vehicle, and the other is the actual phone holder.
So let me start with the holder. The one I got is adjustable and holds my Galaxy Nexus with Diztronic case extremely well. It's snug but not difficult to remove, and leaves plenty of room behind the phone for the craziest of extended batteries. A+
Then there's the mounting bracket... I selected 853616 for my '07 Impreza. It hooked in behind the panel just fine and it is made of the same plastic as the holder which was nicer than I expected.
Unfortunately, it goes downhill from here: This particular bracket is a bad fit. All the angles are off, and as a result the adhesive backed sections do not contact the vehicle properly. Even if they did, the adhesive is so weak that I'm not sure it would stick. I'm going to have to pull it all apart and go to work with some thick double-sided adhesive tape of my own in order to deal with the gaps and get it installed properly. Not cool, especially considering the whole kit ended up costing me about $60. Now, there's lots of different brackets for lots of different cars out there, so your mileage may vary.
At any rate, it does a much better job holding the phone than my cupholder did.
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How snug of a fit is it? I have Verizon galaxy nexus with extended battery and Diztronic case. Does it take quite a bit of pressure to put it in the holder? Also, is the headphone jack open at the bottom?
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roachdabug said:
the adhesive backed sections do not contact the vehicle properly. Even if they did, the adhesive is so weak that I'm not sure it would stick. I'm going to have to pull it all apart and go to work with some thick double-sided adhesive tape of my own in order to deal with the gaps and get it installed properly.
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That's what I had to do for my wife's Civic. She got the car mount that affixes to the center console and that one piece of double sided tape just wasn't cutting it. I used a heat gun to remove the factory tape and then liberally applied tape to all parts contacting the console. It's been holding steady for over a year.
Proclip should probably give people more sticky tape - but I think the reason they only use a single piece is because they tout that the proclip doesn't damage the car and it could be argued that uber liberal amounts of double-sided sticky tape could potentially damage some surfaces. In the civic it’s all plastic so it’s NBD to use a heat gun and remove any residue, but if was a BMW with an oak dash then I could see people complaining.
dgwood12 said:
How snug of a fit is it? I have Verizon galaxy nexus with extended battery and Diztronic case. Does it take quite a bit of pressure to put it in the holder? Also, is the headphone jack open at the bottom?
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus
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I don't think any case would work with the proclip because it is a very snug fit and yes it takes a fair amount of pressure to put it in. Not so much that it will move the dock but certainly enough to keep the phone from coming out accidentally.
The only reason the extended battery works is because there is nearly a 1 inch opening behind the phone and the battery cover does not extend to the edge.
Yes the headphone jack is open but you would need a connector that is straight. A 90 degree connector would not work.
Hi guys
This question looks stupid but believe me, you must have this car to find out how big trouble it is to find a proper car dock.
Only suitable place is the air vent but that way phone becomes very hot when using navigation softwares.
If i use the ones which sticks to window then phone is unreachable properly.
So, my question is: Where did you use for docking phone?
Answers with car dock suggestions are welcome...
So i used the magnets in the link, the magnet part i put on the face of my stereo (using heavy foam double sided tape) and the metal strip with the tape on the back of the case for my phone, works great i have a few magnets up so i can change where i put the phone and the magnets aren't really noticeable, i sprayed the one on the deck with black matte paint one layer, can barely see it.
http://www.amazon.com/Magnetic-Badge-Bars-Police-Magnet/dp/B000RB1KPQ/ref=pd_ybh_11
only thing was the case im using is the official vzw kickstand case, i have the magnet around the top part of the kickstand, its not a flat surface its got a texture to it, so i just used some electrical tape and taped it around the kickstand so it wouldn't come off when dismounting from the magnet on the dash
you want something like this
They're called "Gooseneck windscreen mount". I have the same issue you do, and I also dislike vent mounts.
You can use a brodit clip
www.brodit.com/productList.html?lrhandDrive=lhd&brand=Citroen&model=C4&year=2010&pn=prod
And
www.brodit.com/productList.html?brand=Samsung&model=Galaxy+Nexus+GT-I9250&pn=prod
geek78 said:
You can use a brodit clip
www.brodit.com/productList.html?lrhandDrive=lhd&brand=Citroen&model=C4&year=2010&pn=prod
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www.brodit.com/productList.html?brand=Samsung&model=Galaxy+Nexus+GT-I9250&pn=prod
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I am going to buy this one. I hope it works.
Thank you.
By pure chance I found out that my SIII with its slimline cover fitted works perfectly in my Garmin Nuvi 205 dash mount.
Secure and easy to mount, almost as if it was made for the S3.
The Garmin Part Number
Item 010-10936-00 Suction cup with bracket (Nuvi 2xx series)
Cost is around $10 - %15
Cover is a Cygnet BlackFrost Matte slim case (around $20)
I love finding a really good cost effective solution for my toys!!
Video Clip. Please excuse poor sound quality, had to dig out my old Olympus compact to make this,
Thanks, looking forward to the video.
good to know since Garmin has quality mounts.
Does it actually clip in? Is it firm?
If you remove the case, hows the fit?
Fits snugly, clips into the mount as if it was made for it,
Doesn't work without the cover though, phone is just to small,
Would be possible rather easily I might add to put some shrink tubing on the arms of the mount and build it up a little to hold the phone naked!
I wonder if it would fit with a tpu case. Your case seems pretty slim
ZaJules said:
By pure chance I found out that my SIII with its slimline cover fitted works perfectly in my Garmin Nuvi 205 dash mount.
Secure and easy to mount, almost as if it was made for the S3.
The Garmin Part Number
Item 010-10936-00 Suction cup with bracket (Nuvi 2xx series)
Cost is around $10 - %15
Cover is a Cygnet BlackFrost Matte slim case (around $20)
I love finding a really good cost effective solution for my toys!!
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Thanks for the find. Do you think it would be able to fit the S3 with an Otterbox Commuter case on? My phone's approximately 7.7mm wide with the case on.
Cheers
Might fit but it would be tight, the rounded edges of the Cygnett case allows it to clip into the holder the otter box might be to square
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my garmin gps always falls off from the windshield now..the suction cup doesn't hold..don't know how i'd feel putting my phone there..
am i suppose to wash it with soap or something to make it work again?
kl25 said:
my garmin gps always falls off from the windshield now..the suction cup doesn't hold..don't know how i'd feel putting my phone there..
am i suppose to wash it with soap or something to make it work again?
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You should get a replacement one...They are super cheap on eBay. I have one that is over 7 years old (*back when standalone GPS units were +$300!) and it still works great.
kl25 said:
my garmin gps always falls off from the windshield now..the suction cup doesn't hold..don't know how i'd feel putting my phone there..
am i suppose to wash it with soap or something to make it work again?
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I fix that with alcohol. But then I fix everything with alcohol.
universal mount
I got this car mount from amazon.com
Search for Kropsson Aero universal mount.
the design of the mount was a great plus.
Feature wise, defiantly recommend.
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I fix that with alcohol. But then I fix everything with alcohol.
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couldn't have said it better myself!!!!
I can confirm this mount works great with the rock quicksand case. Easy to put in and take out and holds rock solid. Before the case showed up I had used a couple pieces of heat shrink tubing held on with electrical tape and it worked awesome with the naked galaxy s3.
I like this style of mount because you can position the phone with it gripping the middle, top or bottom to fine tune where the screen is in relation to your windshield.
I went with this one though, instead of one of the $5 options: (replace spaces with ., I don't have enough posts to post links) www amazon com/gp/product/B0042PJ8NY/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00[/url]
It's the actual oem garmin mount instead of a knockoff, and judging by the reviews the difference is the mount that holds the ball is made of metal, so it won't break. It came with one of the 3m PE Foam adhesive backed discs for mounting to the dashboard as well. Highly recommended.
I just tried it. PERFECT fit with my diztronic TPU case. Thanks OP!
Any ideas about a magnetic case, because i want to use the iMagnet car mount (amazon.com/Cradle-less-Quick-snap-Technology-Smartphone-Windshield/dp/B008IOQ3K6). Not able to post links.
Nicest option would be a (partly) magnetic case which i can just mount to the magnetic car holder. I know it comes with metal plates but how to attach them to the curved back of the One?
We can also discuss any selfmade approache here
i use the imagnet mount and i placed the metal piece between the phone and case with no problems. holds up great on the mount.
i use a bear motion case, fyi
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BVWJ9DU/
Sounds great! Doesn't the metal scratch the surface of the one or can I put something between the case+metal plate and the phone?
sorry for the late reply. it doesnt scratch it at all. no issues
ayman86 said:
sorry for the late reply. it doesnt scratch it at all. no issues
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Great idea, but is the case still nicely fit the phone? I can imagine that it won't clip correctly anymore because of the added thickness. If i look at my case (just a standard backover from ebay) it doesn't seem to have any room for a magnet plate. Do you have pictures maybe?
This is also (maybe more elegant) solution: click!
well yeah, the case fits fine as i use it. lol. no problems.
What is everyone using?
My old side spring grip style one isn't going to work. I love the thing but it either presses on the volume buttons or activates Assistant. Have any of you found one that works without these issues?
I'm considering one of the magnetic ones but I don't like the idea of having to add a piece of metal to the back of my case.
Any success stories?
I've been using this one since my pixel 1. Love it, the build is ridiculously solid, I'll probably never need to buy a mount ever again. It's only a few solid aluminum pieces. The metal plates you put on your case are very thin. The magnetic pull doesn't start until it literally gets to the plate. The plate doesn't look bad. But that's the only draw back I think. I'm happy with it though. Good luck!
I mounted mine on my window, my wife has hers on the dashboard. It's been about a year and is lasting very well. The mount shows no wear and tear.
https://clutchit.com
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Izeltokatl said:
I mounted mine on my window, my wife has hers on the dashboard. It's been about a year and is lasting very well. The mount shows no wear and tear.
https://clutchit.com
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That is pretty cool. Make a good Xmas gift too.
Izeltokatl said:
I've been using this one since my pixel 1. Love it, the build is ridiculously solid, I'll probably never need to buy a mount ever again. It's only a few solid aluminum pieces. The metal plates you put on your case are very thin. The magnetic pull doesn't start until it literally gets to the plate. The plate doesn't look bad. But that's the only draw back I think. I'm happy with it though. Good luck!
I mounted mine on my window, my wife has hers on the dashboard. It's been about a year and is lasting very well. The mount shows no wear and tear.
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I really like the looks of those! Very clean.
Have you had any issues with the phone wanting to spin on the mount?
Thanks,
Jared
I'm waiting for my Pixel 2 to arrive, but I use a Spigen Magnetic Mount for my air vent currently. They offer a windshield/dash mount also. It holds very tight, but not too tight. No issue with the phone falling and/or rotating during driving.
I'm wondering if any of the Spigen cases will work without the need to put the metal plate inside. I currently have the metal plate inside the back cover of my Galaxy S5, but I can tell there is a bulge where it is placed.
I'm on the list to be notified when these release. By far the best holder charger combo I've ever used https://www.proclipusa.com/category/google-pixel-2
Can't tell you how disappointed when I popped my new phone into the dash mount only to watch the volume drop on it's own. The volume rocker placement on the Pixel 2 leaves a lot to be desired. I'm not a huge fan of magnets interfacing with computers to be honest. Hope I can find a decent alternative.
I use the Tetrax, both the Fix and Xway. Most of the time I use the Fix, because I like having my air vents actually blowing air on ME, but in the summer, on a long drive, using the GPS and charging the device, it can sometimes get warm. I just take it off the Fix, and move it to the air vent to let the air conditioner cool it down. I've used this system for nearly a decade, not sure if the Pixel 2 will get warm enough to need the air vent.
The only thing you need to put on the phone is a small metal button. The package comes with several sizes. I adhere this to my Spigen Thin Fit case, so it doesn't have to be attached to the actual phone.
http://store.tetrax.us/en_us/featured/tetrax-fix.html
http://store.tetrax.us/en_us/featured/xway.html
ClutchIT magnetic mount system.
krelvinaz said:
That is pretty cool. Make a good Xmas gift too.
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I got two of these yesterday, one for me and another for a Xmas gift.
Works great. I have had co-workers, friends and family who have seen it, express interest in getting one for themselves.
I order 6 extra plates to go with each unit. It already comes with several extras. I have only used one plate so far because a allot of places I will use it are metal surfaces.
I put the thin disc on the back of my phone and put my case back on. Nothing to see until I actually use it.
Good mount.
https://clutchit.com
Ok
Brodit
Adjustable active Brodit + ProClip :good:
I started using the Scosche magnetic mount with my Pixel 2 and really like it. The metal plate on the phone is very thin and I can't see it since I have a black TPU case. If you don't use a case or have a transparent one, you'll need to be ok with being able to see that. I already had a mounting surface on my car so I just stuck the magnet to that. I haven't noticed the magnet doing anything funky to my phone.
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I started using the Scosche magnetic mount with my Pixel 2 and really like it. The metal plate on the phone is very thin and I can't see it since I have a black TPU case. If you don't use a case or have a transparent one, you'll need to be ok with being able to see that. I already had a mounting surface on my car so I just stuck the magnet to that. I haven't noticed the magnet doing anything funky to my phone.
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I second this, I find the magnetic car mount is by far the best I've ever used, the one i previously used, used to activate active edge or turn volume down, which was quite annoying.
Scosche
I was using Scosche before Brodit.
awesome