can the nexus fit in this car mount? - Nexus 4 Accessories

Hi,
I checked out this car mount:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/iOttie-Easy...930688?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item589dd25a80
I was wondering weather the nexus 4 with Sedio Active case will fit...seems like it should work, but isn't it too small? I didn't find any measurements written.

prhing said:
Hi,
I checked out this car mount:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/iOttie-Easy...930688?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item589dd25a80
I was wondering weather the nexus 4 with Sedio Active case will fit...seems like it should work, but isn't it too small? I didn't find any measurements written.
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It says it opens to 3 inches wide in the description.

prhing said:
Hi,
I checked out this car mount:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/iOttie-Easy...930688?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item589dd25a80
I was wondering weather the nexus 4 with Sedio Active case will fit...seems like it should work, but isn't it too small? I didn't find any measurements written.
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Pictures of my home-made car mount of the Nexus 7 with a neodymium magnet.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=38969143&postcount=65

I just received my Ottie mount. Before buying it I emailed the supplier of my case and got the exact dimensions, then emailed Ottie and they told me which mount to get that will fit. There are both minimum and maximum width capacities for each mount, so you have to be careful to get the right one.

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Looking For a Car Mount?

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
CZ Eddie said:
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.
ozone777 said:
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...
Shelby317 said:
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.
rkub said:
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!
Samsung Mounts
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Indeed, they are waiting for me to send in my case to fit it!
jackler1 said:
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?

Your car solution

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.
TDBearCT said:
... 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.

Car Dash Recommendations

Hey all. I need a good car dash recommendation for my Note 4.
I'd like one that is perhaps a bit flexible with size, as I have a Spigen Tough Armor case on it, as well, and would like not to have to remove it to put it in and take it out of the dash mount.
Anyone have any recommendations that can suit this purpose?
Thanks in advance, and Amazon links are greatly appreciated, as well. First hand accounts are also generally more favored over just links, because I am asking for recommendations, after all.
i use an itian wireless charger with a samsung oem qi back and the iblason armorbox case. i mounted the itian vertically on the car dash with scotch outdoor waterproof double sided tape. it works very well. instant charging when i push it into the itian charger and i can pull it out with no problems. note that the phone is too heavy for the air vent mounting (it cracks the air vent) and the suction cup works very badly.
I use this one. Works great with uag case.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004G1L52Q
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zurkx said:
i use an itian wireless charger with a samsung oem qi back and the iblason armorbox case. i mounted the itian vertically on the car dash with scotch outdoor waterproof double sided tape. it works very well. instant charging when i push it into the itian charger and i can pull it out with no problems. note that the phone is too heavy for the air vent mounting (it cracks the air vent) and the suction cup works very badly.
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Thanks for your time, but that is, unfortunately, not what I am looking for. I already have a case, and do not worry about wireless charging, so this doesn't fulfill any of the criteria I mentioned.
borijess said:
I use this one. Works great with uag case.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004G1L52Q
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Unfortunately this is a no-go for me as my CD player slot is behind my touch screen, and I actually use it, so this would not work for me. Thanks for your time, however.
I use the Bracketron Earth Elements Si magnetic mount, it works amazingly well. The magnet is easily strong enough to hold the phone securely, I've never had mine fall or shift even going over seriously bumpy back roads, and it has little feet that flip out for the phone to rest on that make it even more sturdy. You need to put a small metal plate on or in the back of the phone somewhere to give the magnet something to grip, I have mine under my battery cover because I use an S-View case but for you it would be even easier as you can just put the plate underneath your Spigen between it and the phone. As far as convenience and ease of use goes, I haven't found anything that even comes close! Once you try a good magnetic mount you'll wonder how you ever got along without it
Here's the link to the Bracketron site, like I said I use the Si mount but they also have a gooseneck version if you'd prefer.
http://www.bracketron.com/products/si-dash-mount#.VLPBdivF92s
Seriously, give it a try, you won't regret it ;P
I've had the Exomount 2 in my truck for 2 years and it's held my Garmin GPS, S3 and now my Note 4 with no problems.
http://www.amazon.com/Exogear-ExoMount-Dashboard-Holder-Samsung/dp/B0097KKLV2
Ram Mounts
http://www.rammount.com/products/phones#/
Get the holder and then choose whatever base you want. I had one of the x-mounts on my motorcycle and the phone never came out unless I TOOK it out.
Might be MORE than what you're looking for, but.... *shrug*
iOttie One Touch XL Windshield Dashboard Car Mount Holder for Amazon Fire Phone and iPhone 6 Plus (5.5), Galaxy S5/S4/Note4/Note3 (HLCRIO101)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007FH716W/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I originally bought it for my Note 2 back in 2013. I now own a Note 4, I also have a Spigen Tough Case and it still fits perfectly.
ZzFDKzZ said:
iOttie One Touch XL Windshield Dashboard Car Mount Holder for Amazon Fire Phone and iPhone 6 Plus (5.5), Galaxy S5/S4/Note4/Note3 (HLCRIO101)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007FH716W/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I originally bought it for my Note 2 back in 2013. I now own a Note 4, I also have a Spigen Tough Case and it still fits perfectly.
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This is the ultimate stand ever manufactured. Small, safe (in case of crash), strong, quick, universal. There are many YouTube videos about it.
http://www.tetrax.com/
scicchi said:
This is the ultimate stand ever manufactured. Small, safe (in case of crash), strong, quick, universal. There are many YouTube videos about it.
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That is WAY Overpriced! There's the same sort of thing on amazon, just type in "Magnetic Car Mount." 4 out of the first 5 are less than $15, and do the exact same thing.
Majin Kaioh said:
Hey all. I need a good car dash recommendation for my Note 4.
I'd like one that is perhaps a bit flexible with size, as I have a Spigen Tough Armor case on it, as well, and would like not to have to remove it to put it in and take it out of the dash mount.
Anyone have any recommendations that can suit this purpose?
Thanks in advance, and Amazon links are greatly appreciated, as well. First hand accounts are also generally more favored over just links, because I am asking for recommendations, after all.
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I use an iBolt xPro, bought it a couple of years ago for my Galaxy S3, it fits fine for my Note 4 with Seidio Dilex Pro. It's adjustable in bot axes. I'd contact them and check about your case (if you like this one) to ask about your case/phone combo.
http://www.amazon.com/iBOLT-xProDock-car-speakers-extended-Batteries/dp/B00AOCSFYC
Any with Qi Charging? cd slot mount might be nice as well, damn useless slot!
ZzFDKzZ said:
iOttie One Touch XL Windshield Dashboard Car Mount Holder for Amazon Fire Phone and iPhone 6 Plus (5.5), Galaxy S5/S4/Note4/Note3 (HLCRIO101)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007FH716W/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I originally bought it for my Note 2 back in 2013. I now own a Note 4, I also have a Spigen Tough Case and it still fits perfectly.
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I bought one of these in April of last year for my Note 2, as well. However, when it arrived broken, I decided not to stick with it, and wound up not getting anything.
tedkord said:
I use an iBolt xPro, bought it a couple of years ago for my Galaxy S3, it fits fine for my Note 4 with Seidio Dilex Pro. It's adjustable in bot axes. I'd contact them and check about your case (if you like this one) to ask about your case/phone combo.
http://www.amazon.com/iBOLT-xProDock-car-speakers-extended-Batteries/dp/B00AOCSFYC
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This one seems interesting. I may look into it and go with it. It's a bit higher priced, but it has some extra features that seem nice.
will the iOttie One Touch XL hold the note 4 with it's UAG case, or it's to big for any car mount?
I'm not looking for a magnetic one or CD/vent holder. just regular suction cup, that can hold a large case like the UAG.
MikaelPe said:
Majin Kaioh said:
Hey all. I need a good car dash recommendation for my Note 4.
Hi Majin, the xProDock from iBOLT has just become available in a new version that includes a 2.1 Amp car charger with an integrated Bluetooth aux-out streamer & hands-free, see http://www.amazon.com/iBOLT-xProDock-Bluetooth-Charging-aux-out/dp/B00PPAQRUW/ This is awesome if you have a car-stereo with a standard 3.5 mm aux-in port but without support for audio streaming (so called "A2DP"). See this short YouTube video how the streaming part works... Because Android phones can handle two Bluetooth connections at once (iPhone can't!) you can set this little unit to stream music/gps to your car-stereo and have a 2nd Bluetooth solution for hands-free. They will both reconnect automatically when you step into the car... Always cool to stream Pandora, Spotify, iHeart etc. to the car-stereo
The xProDock includes a pre-programmed NFC tag so you can start "DockMode" automatically when you step into the car. The free Dock'n Drive App (link) can start Bluetooth automatically, turn off WiFI, start the Hotspot and much more plus that it gives you a cool interface when you drive. Of course you can download this and use it with any other car-dock too.
Good luck finding the right solution for you!
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Thanks. Unfortunately for me, I didn't wait. I bought the other one last month on the 22nd. I really like it, and to me the only downside is I need to reconnect the Bluetooth to my car stereo everytime I get in. A small downside, however.
Thanks again, i'd recommend this one to folks looking for a newer solution.
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I have a truck and the iOttie touch 2 is amazing I have a note 4 in a spigen case and it goes no where and could not say better things about it.
Did you guys tried this one?
http://www.scosche.com/magic-mount-cell-phone-holder-tablet-mount
I bought it for my note4 but since it comes withbtwo magnets i also use with my tab 10.1. Awsome stuff. No pain when getting in the car. Just touch the magnetic pad and it never came off. Best 20€ i spent. Give it a try. I was looking for years for something that worked half as good as this!
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666pluto said:
will the iOttie One Touch XL hold the note 4 with it's UAG case, or it's to big for any car mount?
I'm not looking for a magnetic one or CD/vent holder. just regular suction cup, that can hold a large case like the UAG.
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Found a store near me that sells both the iOttie One Touch XL & Easy One Touch 2. both fits the Note 4 with good grip. but when added with the UAG case, which is pretty thick, the XL holds it better. still, it's not 100% fit with the UAG case, but will do the job. so i bought it, had the chance to test it and so far it's great.
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Ram Mounts
http://www.rammount.com/products/phones#/
Get the holder and then choose whatever base you want. I had one of the x-mounts on my motorcycle and the phone never came out unless I TOOK it out.
Might be MORE than what you're looking for, but.... *shrug*
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I've always liked RAM mounts because they tend to be bombproof, rock solid. I got this one for windshield mounting my Note 4:
http://www.gpscity.com/ram-mount-universal-x-grip-iv-locking-suction-cup-mount-ram-b-166-un10.html
I really like the easy adjustment for different viewing angles.
Recommend the Bull's eye car mount, the world's smallest one made from the highest quality anodized aluminium alloy
Bull's eye car mount

[Q] Looking for a cheap car mount (UK)

Hello!
I've had my Note 4 for about 3 months and love it, got a Ringke Fusion case and most recently, a QI charger and QI receiver that sits inside the back cover....all good!
Now I really need a car mount, I would ideally like a "iOttie Easy One Touch 2", they look great but its £20 and I'm looking for something cheaper. So, has an UK users got any 3bay recommendations for car mounts around the £5-7 mark? I want to put an NFC tag on the mount in the middle, so it can't be one of these mounts that separate in the middle. I've been looking but with most listings, it's difficult to know whether it's big enough to handle a Note 4 (in size and weight) especially with a case.
Thanks in advance! :good:
Clicky
I have been using this one since I got the note 4, as long as you stick the base on a horizontal surface its fine
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Clicky
I have been using this one since I got the note 4, as long as you stick the base on a horizontal surface its fine
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Thanks. I bought one that looks similar and it didn't fit (red inside). Would it be ok mounted to the windscreen? My Focus interior is very uneven!
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probably be ok but - there is a pad which sticks to the surface you want to mount on, then the holder had a sucker which you use on the pad, you could probably just use the sucker on the windscreen.
Thanks, well for £2.37 it's probably worth a punt!

Car Mount recommendations please

I'm looking for a couple of mounts I can use in our cars. I would like universal ones that both me and my wife can use (she's just inherited my G3).
I like the idea of the magnet ones like this Look at this on eBay http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/291750206879 but I don't know how good they are.
Thanks
TylerDurdenK said:
I'm looking for a couple of mounts I can use in our cars. I would like universal ones that both me and my wife can use (she's just inherited my G3).
I like the idea of the magnet ones like this Look at this on eBay http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/291750206879 but I don't know how good they are.
Thanks
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i wouldnt rely that much on magnet ones. Unless you have a very thin cover (which i also dont recommend). If you have to break all of the sudden it falls. I personally use this type of Universal mounts:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Liger-Unive...134995?hash=item3f64350153:g:6dUAAOSw1DtXJAlt
But mine is black completely.
It allows you to charge the device at without compromising position, it also allows you to rotate it 360 and more than just rotate it you can actually move it like the mirrors of your car. It has some protections to protect your car, your phone, and to prevent the phone from falling. And it can hold up to a 7" width phone. I think that even i bit more than 7 inch. I dont know if the one i sent in the link is the exact same one im using however it looks exactly the same. the hard sponge in each side allows you to implement pressure on the sides that will prevent the phone from falling. You can pretty much adjust everything to your liking with this mount. I dont know about others similars to this one but this one has been for me the best out of all i have tried.
It also should work on any vents of any car. The reason i dont like the magnet ones is because it usually requires for you to paste a sticker and it limits yourself to only the devices who have the sticker. However, what happens when your phone is dead and for example your friend has his phone and he/she lend it to you to put the gps or put music?
Of course, try to find one that is closer to your location if you want to pay less, or from Asia.
joseguillen1994 said:
iUnless you have a very thin cover...
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I'm using a generic 'air vent' style magnetic mount, with the metal plate gaffer taped (duct tape in US?) inside a 'Spigen Rugged Armor' case and it sticks/works fine. Done several long journeys over 'normal' european journeys (i.e. roads with no offroading).
Will be dependant on model, common sense and not driving like a ****, obviously...
gurningchimp said:
I'm using a generic 'air vent' style magnetic mount, with the metal plate gaffer taped (duct tape in US?) inside a 'Spigen Rugged Armor' case and it sticks/works fine. Done several long journeys over 'normal' european journeys (i.e. roads with no offroading).
Will be dependant on model, common sense and not driving like a ****, obviously...
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yeah but since we dont know how anyone drives until we see it, i cant say how he drives. Also, the cover you are talking about is slim in comparison to what im talking about. Of course, he is on his liberty to buy the magnetic one. Everyone has different experiences with different mounts. LOL. I personally have tried 4 and none of them worked as good as the one i bought last. Also, in many occasions im driving with people that lend me their phones for multiple reasons. (that is my case only). And my saying is better to be prepared than sorry for every single thing.
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yeah but since we dont know how anyone drives until we see it, i cant say how he drives. Also, the cover you are talking about is slim in comparison to what im talking about. Of course, he is on his liberty to buy the magnetic one. Everyone has different experiences with different mounts. LOL. I personally have tried 4 and none of them worked as good as the one i bought last. Also, in many occasions im driving with people that lend me their phones for multiple reasons. (that is my case only). And my saying is better to be prepared than sorry for every single thing.
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Agreed - this is very much a case of suck it and see. Just saying that this particular generic version works fine in normal driving conditions with a entry branded 'rugged' thickness case, rather than a thin one. If you are likely to mount curves or drive on particularly bumpy tracks experiences may differ.
Thanks for the input guys.
Currently I'm using a Poetic Atmosphere case. So I'm assuming it's pretty thin. I might give the magnet option a try.
For me, it is almost always Brodit, have a look at these. I have a Brodit ProClip installed in my car, and instead of Brodit device specific holder, I have installed Herbert Richter adjustable holder set up onto Brodit ProClip as I have more than one device.
TylerDurdenK said:
Thanks for the input guys.
Currently I'm using a Poetic Atmosphere case. So I'm assuming it's pretty thin. I might give the magnet option a try.
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Good luck! And your welcome
I've gone for this.
Car Mount Holder, LanshionTM Universal MagGrip Air Vent Magnetic Car Mount Holder&Cradle for Apple iPhone 6/6 Plus, iPhone 5S 5C 5 4S 4, Samsung Galaxy S6 S5 S4 S3,Galaxy Note2/3/4,Nexus 5 4 and All Smartphone (Black) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B013ACUCZW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_UN.wxbEAMJSF3
I'll let you know how it goes.
I've always disliked having things in the way of my view, I had a hard time finding a mount I liked and the wouldn't be too distracting while driving. I ended up getting a Cellet cup holder mount and I love it. Definitely keep it in mind if you're still looking around.
Hi all.
I too am after a good car mount. I have just come from the G3, and used a Kidigi "clamp" style car mount. Specifically fitted for the G3. Even if you had a case on your phone, you could remove a part of the product and it would fit snug as a bug inside whatever that saying is... Sadly they do not make any for the G5. Here's the G3 one if interested to see:
http://www.gadgets4geeks.com.au/kidigi-car-mount-charging-cradle-for-lg-g3
As you can see, it has the clamp on one side only. A much better design this way I think.
Anyways, the closest they have is this universal one (with a USB Type C charger): http://www.kidigi.com/index.php?route=product/product&productlist_id=7&product_id=120#.V81GIPl9670
I'm really bummed there's no car mount specifically for the G5 out there. If anyone finds one, please post it!
I think I'm going to end up going for a universal clamp style for the windscreen / windshield. I don't like the magnet kind, nor the ones that sit on the car vents.
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Esspee_London said:
For me, it is almost always Brodit, have a look at these. I have a Brodit ProClip installed in my car, and instead of Brodit device specific holder, I have installed Herbert Richter adjustable holder set up onto Brodit ProClip as I have more than one device.
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So far I like this the best. Do you know how the G5 WITH the Hi-Fi Plus module would fare in this mount? Also, I am guessing the G5 cannot have a case on while in this mount, right?
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Hi all.
So far I like this the best. Do you know how the G5 WITH the Hi-Fi Plus module would fare in this mount? Also, I am guessing the G5 cannot have a case on while in this mount, right?
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I have the Spigen case with the HR mount and it works great. Downside is the USB needs plugged in every time vs my Brodit active charger for M8. Saying that the flexibility of the HR outweighs the hassle of plugging in the USB cable. The HR mount is an universal which is spring loaded to grip multiple phone shapes and sizes. Seems very solid after a couple of weeks use, hopefully it'll last, no reason for concern atm.
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If you have a CD slot in your car that you don't use... I would recommend this mount: https://goo.gl/vF8ZUh
I've been using it for the last two years, and I love it.
coyzer said:
I have the Spigen case with the HR mount and it works great. Downside is the USB needs plugged in every time vs my Brodit active charger for M8. Saying that the flexibility of the HR outweighs the hassle of plugging in the USB cable. The HR mount is an universal which is spring loaded to grip multiple phone shapes and sizes. Seems very solid after a couple of weeks use, hopefully it'll last, no reason for concern atm.
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Would you be able to show me a photo of your setup with the G5 wearing the case and in the mount?
EDIT: I just realised I would not be able to use the Hi-Fi Plus module with this mount. I would have to drill a hole in the bottom, which I wouldn't have an issue in doing...
Hey all. So is Brodit the only manufacturer making specifically LG G5 car mounts? I'm searching high and low and all others I find in my searches are technically "universal" car mounts. Boo! I may have to go without a case for my G5 and get a Brodit mount. Not sure how I feel about this!
There's a magnetic model from Anker. Has anyone tried?
https://www.walmart.com/ip/37551986...75035&wl11=online&wl12=37551986&wl13=&veh=sem
Right from Wal-Mart. By FAR, the best magnetic car mount I've ever used. Also comes with two magnets. Get it.
TylerDurdenK said:
I'm looking for a couple of mounts I can use in our cars. I would like universal ones that both me and my wife can use (she's just inherited my G3).
I like the idea of the magnet ones like this Look at this on eBay http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/291750206879 but I don't know how good they are.
Thanks
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i have been using the one below on My Fj from My G3 days. works just as well with the G5.
http://www.iottie.com/Product/Detail/1139/iOttie-Easy-One-Touch-2-Car-Mount-Holder-
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Would you be able to show me a photo of your setup with the G5 wearing the case and in the mount?
EDIT: I just realised I would not be able to use the Hi-Fi Plus module with this mount. I would have to drill a hole in the bottom, which I wouldn't have an issue in doing...
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I can't upload photos. If you still want photos maybe you can dm me.
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