I just got my Blaze and about the only thing I miss about my Defy was the car mount I had purchased. Has anyone used a universal car mount that they feel works well with this phone? Preferably a suction mount. I know there's quite a few choices, which has me spinning.
Check out Arkon dash mount. There is a video on YouTube and works really well. I own one myaelf
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I know this thread is a bit old, but in case anyone was unaware, there is an official samsung car mount for this device that docks/charges.
You can get it off Amazon for $35. As a new xda user, I can't yet post links, but search Amazon for the model number " ECS-K1G4BEGSTA ".
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rbeier1221 said:
I just got my Blaze and about the only thing I miss about my Defy was the car mount I had purchased. Has anyone used a universal car mount that they feel works well with this phone? Preferably a suction mount. I know there's quite a few choices, which has me spinning.
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I use a universal suction type mount and it works great! I even move it to the side windows when I am parked and want to watch a movie. I have never had an issue with it falling off. It is the best one that I have found. Only issue I see is that it does not adapt to the thicker cases that I have bought or the ones that have a belt clip knob. Hope it helps!
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Okay, I know what you guys are thinking, "not another dock thread!!!"
BUT, I've searched for a very long time on XDA and google with no luck so I'm posting this as my absolute last resort.
Heres my situation: I need a dock much like this one:
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BUT, the only reason that one wouldn't work for me is because it doesn't look stable enough. By that, I mean there's really no support holding the phone in place other than the micro USB connection.
My main concern is that when I shift gears, I tend to shift hard (I can't help it)
and I'm afraid that if i get that dock, the force that comes along after i shift will knock the phone right out of the cradle. SO i'm looking for something that has that same exact design BUT with more support (like clips on the side or something).
My car has a compartment in the dash where i will be mounting it which looks like this:
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I cannot get a windshield mount because mounting anything on the windshield in Minnesota is considered illegal.
So PLEASE, if anyone has seen anything that fits my description online, please let me know! I would really appreciate it!
Thanks!!!!!
So no one has any suggestions huh? Guess I'm SOL
I can't recall if they have exactly what you're looking for but try Arkon. Just google their name as they have every style imaginable I think and everyone I've ever had is stable. I'm actually using their cig lighter mount now and couldn't be happier, and it's completely stable.
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Panavise sells a mount that looks like it attaches under the center-right a/c vent. With Panavise you buy the custom mount, then you get a clamp for whatever device you want to attach. I have one with a suction cup mount on it - essentially a smooth plastic disc - from my old GPS. I can attach any suction cup mount to it and change it quickly or remove it altogether. I just used 3m foam double-face tape to attach it and it is pretty solid.
They might have other mounting points (i just did a quick search on le goog) for your car also. They have one for just about every car made and they're all custom fit. Mine was originally from my Jetta and I hammered it flat and redrilled the holes for my Volvo when I changed cars.
ProClip (brodit) makes a custom-fit HTC Vision (G2/Desire Z) dock which can fit a variety of their car mounts (window, dash, vent, etc):
http://www.proclipusa.com/?pageid=15484&usermode=_dualselect
Anyone get this for their Fascinate? Seems to me that the weird thing is the lack of car mounts made for the Fascinate that fit a case.
I found this being talked about in a few forums and thought it looked cool. Comes with a silicone looking rubber case that just slips right into the mount. My question is if anyone has this and is the case that it comes with as big as it looks.
http://stores.intuitwebsites.com/hstrial-eGeneralMerch/-strse-554/SlipGrip-Car-Holder-4/Detail.bok
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1qweUCxBAIU
The second link is a video demonstration of the setup with an iPhone, but to my knowledge the iPhone is a rather slim phone. This case sorta makes it look pretty thick. Maybe it's just me... but I was curious to know what others who may have it thought.
It looks cheap and fragile.
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While some might think it does... I have been hard pressed to find a good car mount made for the Fascinate. There clearly are universal mounts that would work, but something "like" the SlipGrip is much more form fitting.
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While some might think it does... I have been hard pressed to find a good car mount made for the Fascinate. There clearly are universal mounts that would work, but something "like" the SlipGrip is much more form fitting.
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The samsung OEM car mount is great. It also has a depression for the camera that you can dremel out in about 3.5 seconds to allow for HD video recording in your race car. If you have not found a "good mount", your not looking or your too cheap
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While some might think it does... I have been hard pressed to find a good car mount made for the Fascinate. There clearly are universal mounts that would work, but something "like" the SlipGrip is much more form fitting.
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http://www.proclipusa.com/default.a...d=&parent_category=4&d_pcat=13451&d_cat=18363
Best car mounts on the planet. This is my 3rd to order from them (others were for Iphone and Blackjack)
larry0071 said:
The samsung OEM car mount is great. It also has a depression for the camera that you can dremel out in about 3.5 seconds to allow for HD video recording in your race car. If you have not found a "good mount", your not looking or your too cheap
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My goal is to find a good car mount that fits a case. I would imagine everyone has a case of some sorts and was wondering what they are using in conjunction with what car mount.
ProClip has an adjustable mount for those with cases. They are not as nice and fitting as the ones made for the naked phone.
http://www.proclipusa.com/brodit-de...ces-with-or-without-a-skin-875214A-13978.aspx
Then you select the vehicle mount made specifically for your car.
Anyone know of a car dock that will work with the g2x? I currently have a Garmin Nuvi handheld GPS unit that clips into a ball-socket mount on my dash, but the Garmin maps are over a year old now, and I dont' want to pay to update them. Also, the interface itself is soooo slow. I'd rather just use my phone and I"ll give the Garmin to a friend.
I bought THIS last week and its been great. not 100% solid so there is some visible vibration while driving but it not like you stare at it while you drive so not a problem.
LG OEM G2x Mount
Does that mount work with a G2x phone that has a T-mobile gelskin on it?
And to the OP - regarding garmin map updates - I'm sure if you are resourceful you can find what you need on the internet, somewhere (wink wink).
you mean like a body glove or a case?
i went to tmobile and got their universal dock and it works great...i have an extended battery on it and it still manages to fit and stay in place. its 29.99 but i went during july and used the half off coupon to get it....has a 3.5 cable included and a micro usb port for charging
I bought the official LG Navigation mount for my G2X and
it is a superior mount that I highly recommend, works great!
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I bought the official LG Navigation mount for my G2X and
it is a superior mount that I highly recommend, works great!
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Will this mount work with a case on the phone?
Cheap G2x mount
I got a cheap car mount at Walmart (auto section, not electronics), its also available at O'Reileys. Its made by Custom Accessories, its called "MP3 Player/Phone Holder". It was $7.96. It comes with a Windshield mount suction cup with a lever to engage/disengage, (and a mount with adhesive to put on your dash then use the suction cup) and a flexible goose neck to connect the holder to the suction cup. It comes apart to ease packing.
Its just barely wide enough for the G2x, so it won't work with any sort of case.
The T-Mobile/LG OEM mount pictured above that several people have inquired about will NOT work with a case. The way the phone clips in isn't deep enough but for a skin. I do recommend it though as it's a fantastic mount and will work nicely with his current Garmin mount as the ball socket is the same. I just ditched my case (was using an inexpensive TPU) and got a neoprene sleeve. Not as robust against droppage but worth the trade-off IMO.
I bought this car mount for the original SGSII and, after trading in, was pleasantly surprised to find out that it works with the Skyrocket as well.
Check it out here:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/320764561950?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
Note that while it does provide charging for the phone, it does not support audio out through the USB port.
Since I use Bluetooth for audio, this is not a problem for me and as such I am very happy with it so far.
My only issue with it is that it can be a little difficult to remove the phone from it due to the snug fit of the USB connector.
The reason I originally bought this over the dedicated Samsung mount is that I did not want to be stuck with a mount that wouldn't work with a phone having a case installed on it...this one does.
Also, as I stated earlier, it works with more than just one phone model...a definite plus!
In fact, this would probably work with any phone having its USB port on the bottom center, as long as the orientation of the port matches.
Infuse Samsung OEM mount works also. It's a tiny bit loose, but this is actually good because it was too tight (IMO) with the Infuse.
And it's $20 shipped.
http://www.wireless.att.com/cell-ph...=samsung&q_model=prod5100347#fbid=9LNBUH8BR3J
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Infuse Samsung OEM mount works also. It's a tiny bit loose, but this is actually good because it was too tight (IMO) with the Infuse.
And it's $20 shipped.
http://www.wireless.att.com/cell-ph...=samsung&q_model=prod5100347#fbid=9LNBUH8BR3J
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That's a good option as long as you're not using a case on your phone.
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That's a good option as long as you're not using a case on your phone.
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I should have read your post closer. I didn't notice you mentioned you can use a case with that dock. Good stuff.
I just checked youtube but couldn't find anything on it. If you have spare time, could you take a vid of how you put the phone in the dock and connect it?
This one works well.
http://www.clingo.com/car-mounts/universal-vent-mount/
Been using this one for the past few phones. Fits everything and works very well
http://www.kohls.com/upgrade/websto...773&searchTerm=cell+mount&bmUID=1323871576302
ikirt said:
This one works well.
http://www.clingo.com/car-mounts/universal-vent-mount/
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Uncle Irish said:
Been using this one for the past few phones. Fits everything and works very well
http://www.kohls.com/upgrade/websto...773&searchTerm=cell+mount&bmUID=1323871576302
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Those look like great options but my goal was to have something that would provide power to the device (for a cleaner look without disconnected cables dangling) as well be able to accommodate a case if I choose to use one. The one I reference in the OP does exactly that.
If/When I get a SEIDIO (AKA Best Buy Platinum case) .... I'm thinking about one of these vehicle docks - SlipGrip CarMounts. I like the theory behind this one because you can leave the case ON.
I had an OEM Samsung car dock for my Captivate and it was great. Nice and snug, rock solid mount, no wiggle, etc etc... But - you had to take any case off to put the phone in it.
A Proclip USA SkyRocket holder is in the make. It almost worked in the Infuse and Galaxy II holders (T-Mobile/Sprint). The have to make some adjustments to have it custom for the SkyRocket.
Email Proclip to get yourself added to the list. They will email you when they have them. But they have many holders to make, just be patience. The will come through.
www.proclipusa.com
van_mierlo said:
A Proclip USA SkyRocket holder is in the make. It almost worked in the Infuse and Galaxy II holders (T-Mobile/Sprint). The have to make some adjustments to have it custom for the SkyRocket.
Email Proclip to get yourself added to the list. They will email you when they have them. But they have many holders to make, just be patience. The will come through.
www.proclipusa.com
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While those look like a good product, I have three vehicles that I drive on a semi-regular basis. I just cant justify having to purchase a mount for each vehicle instead of having a windshield mount that can go from car to car.
Ginther said:
While those look like a good product, I have three vehicles that I drive on a semi-regular basis. I just cant justify having to purchase a mount for each vehicle instead of having a windshield mount that can go from car to car.
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Ya I'd been lookin at the Proclip for a while now but the price always held me back... $30 for the mount and another $35-40 for the holder... That's a lot of money for just a car mount... That SlipGrip company has the entire car mount for just $30 and it will let me use the Seidio case I wanna get... Thanks for the link Ginther! Now just gotta wait for Seidio to make the case in white and for Slipgrip to make the holder for the skyrocket...lol
Garmin Nuvi
Garmin nuvi car craddles work to mount our Skyrockets when we put them in cases...
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Garmin nuvi car craddles work to mount our Skyrockets when we put them in cases...
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Yup..I picked up a cheapo GPS mount at pcmircocenter for about 20 bucks. So most GPS cradles work.
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Ya I'd been lookin at the Proclip for a while now but the price always held me back... $30 for the mount and another $35-40 for the holder... That's a lot of money for just a car mount... That SlipGrip company has the entire car mount for just $30 and it will let me use the Seidio case I wanna get... Thanks for the link Ginther! Now just gotta wait for Seidio to make the case in white and for Slipgrip to make the holder for the skyrocket...lol
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SlipGrip will make a holder for ANY phone adjusted for ANY size in one day if you send the case into them to fit it.
Looks like SlipGrip knows a future market when they see it. Under Samsung devices it says Skyrocket mounts coming soon. Cool!
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Ginther said:
Looks like SlipGrip knows a future market when they see it. Under Samsung devices it says Skyrocket mounts coming soon. Cool!
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Indeed, they are waiting for me to send in my case to fit it!
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Indeed, they are waiting for me to send in my case to fit it!
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Well what's the holdup? LOL!
proclip is now avail for SR
Does anyone one if this will rotate to a horizontal position or is this just meant to stay vertical?
ozone777 said:
I bought this car mount for the original SGSII and, after trading in, was pleasantly surprised to find out that it works with the Skyrocket as well.
Note that while it does provide charging for the phone, it does not support audio out through the USB port.
Since I use Bluetooth for audio, this is not a problem for me and as such I am very happy with it so far.
My only issue with it is that it can be a little difficult to remove the phone from it due to the snug fit of the USB connector.
The reason I originally bought this over the dedicated Samsung mount is that I did not want to be stuck with a mount that wouldn't work with a phone having a case installed on it...this one does.
Also, as I stated earlier, it works with more than just one phone model...a definite plus!
In fact, this would probably work with any phone having its USB port on the bottom center, as long as the orientation of the port matches.
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Does this car mount activate 'car mode' in android when the mount's usb is plugged into the phone?
Hey there, so I wonder what everyone is using as car solution to mount the N4 ?
I think the idea of wireless charging + car mount is awesome. But I thnik the only product available so far is the Qi Orb thingy ?
zakazak said:
Hey there, so I wonder what everyone is using as car solution to mount the N4 ?
I think the idea of wireless charging + car mount is awesome. But I thnik the only product available so far is the Qi Orb thingy ?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2029734
oh thats what i meant.. the only solution so far is the owl charger ?
zakazak said:
oh thats what i meant.. the only solution so far is the owl charger ?
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If you want wireless charging on the fly yes. Otherwise get any of the universal ones on amazon or ebay. I have an arkon, kropsson aero, and Xenomix. All work, but all have their flaws and benefits. You need to search around the accessories threads and read up.
I am very picky when it comes to car mounts. I hate how ugly all the universal mounts look with the large claws on the sides. I was spoiled by the original nexus one OEM car mount. I want something that looks like its made for the phone.
A couple of phones back I had a Nokia n9. While looking for a car dock I found one made for a Nokia n8. Get on amazon and do a search for a Nokia cr-122. This mount will fit almost any phone and it looks like it was made to fit your specific phone. Its expandable. It fit my n9, my HTC one s, my girls iPhone, and my nexus 4. Its great. And reasonably priced as well. I will get some pictures up as soon as I find em.
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I'm finding this works well with the N4 (landscape) as the N4 has such a smooth flat rear surface (even with a XtremeGuard style protector on it). Famous last words... but I don't fear it will fall off. It really sticks, but easily 'peels' off . I just wipe the 'sticky circle' with a damp cloth periodically. It's not an adhesive, but feels like tacky glue.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/FoneM8-Wind...s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1359837727&sr=1-224
I actually stick the above to one of these. Easy to move out of sight, and it doesn't seem to slide on the dash. Also NO damage to dash/easily movable between cars
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B005OV8ND6/ref=oh_details_o06_s00_i00
I liked the Nexus one car mount as well, but hardly used it and sold it soon afterwards because I use cases and taking the phone case on and off is a hassle. But I guess if you are running a nekkid nexus 4, I can see why you would like the OEM type mounts.
I ended up using the proclip mount with the USB charger built in, and a Bluetooth adapter for the audio. All I have to do is slide it in and go.
After looking at the various options I too didn't like the bulky mounts. I went for the Mountek cradle and I'm really happy with it. Fast delivery too.
Here's something you wouldn't expect...
... the car mount that I use for my Samsung Galaxy S3 (which I believe was originally for the AT&T Galaxy Blaze 4G) fits the Nexus 4 perfectly! The phone fits securely, charges through the USB connector and exposes the headset port on the top. Unfortunately, you cannot use the USB audio out portion of the dock.
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... the car mount that I use for my Samsung Galaxy S3 (which I believe was originally for the AT&T Galaxy Blaze 4G) fits the Nexus 4 perfectly! The phone fits securely, charges through the USB connector and exposes the headset port on the top. Unfortunately, you cannot use the USB audio out portion of the dock.
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Not a fan of all the bulky car mounts neither. I already have other things mounted on my windshield and wanted a mount I could use with both my nexus 4 and iPad. Here's the DIY car mount I decided on.
Post count is not high enough yet to post links, but here is my youtube video of my custom $2 car mount. v=079mZbQjuQE
Mhh I wanted smth with wireless charging. So I guess I have to take something big.