Active car mount - Nexus 4 Accessories

Could anyone suggest an active car mount for Nexus, which is easy to install and which is available in the UK?
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda premium

i have the haicom HI-254 car holder, works great and is cheap
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda app-developers app

I don't know that the above referenced holder is active, but the Proclip one is and it works great. I have the one that fits the phone with official bumper, and it exceeds all expectations, though is definitely pricey.
Oh, I got an email yesterday that gives 10% off:
"Enter AC Code: 05MOM13 at checkout. Valid NOW through midnight Sunday, May 12, 2013"

the haicom holder is not active indeed, just buy a cheap micro usb car charger

So what is the difference between passive and active car holder? Is it just that with an active holder you just do not need to manually insert a USB cable from the cigarette socket?

I actually thought that an active car mount activates "car mode" on the phone.
Regarding Haicom HI-254, I cannot see it is being sold anywhere in the UK.

Related

Brodit pro-clip - Is the headphones socket accessible??

Okay, so it looks like the Brodit Pro-Clip is now available for the Nexus S (if you've used one of these before you'll know it's the ultimate car clip ):
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/brodit-active-holder-with-tilt-swivel-google-nexus-s-p27174.htm
One question though - does anyone know if the headphones socket (now on the bottom of the phone of course) is accessible when the phone is clipped in?
With my HTC Hero I like to use one of those cassette things that has a 3.5mm jack coming out of it. It allows music, sat nav and hands free calling all through my car speakers. Can I do the same with the Nexus S without taking a dremmel to the Pro-Clip?
You're not going to get an answer for a while mate, the mobilefun site says "coming soon". Neither the Brodit.se nor dsldevelopments (uk distributor) site lists a holder yet for the nexus s. Hopefuly they'll be available soon as I'll be buying the passive holder when it's out.
The nexus one did fit an iphone brodit holder, does anyone know if the nexus s fits any other mobile holder that brodit do ?

Found a great car dock for the N4

I bought a Samsung Infuse OEM vehicle navigation dock a while back for my GSII Skyrocket and it work OK but the Skyrocket was always a little loose.
Today I put my Nexus 4 in it just to see if it fits and it does! It's a little tight but the phone snaps in and out with ease. Also the micro USB on the dock lines up perfectly with the dock. All you need is a Micro USB car charger and you are set! The dock also has a Mini jack for audio out but I haven't tested that yet. I would be shocked if that worked. I don't use it though because I stream audio to my car via bluetooth.
Here's a link to the dock so you know what it looks like, you can find it on ebay pretty easily.
Highly recommend it!
Tim
Someone already has a thread about this.
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda premium
I'm going to start posting this image every time I see specific car holders.
Onc, for a lifetime buy.
Fits any phone. I've decided there is no point buying specific holder for a phone. If you change phone you need to change holder as well..
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=130674625659
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda premium
MattSkeet said:
I'm going to start posting this image every time I see specific car holders.
Onc, for a lifetime buy.
Fits any phone. I've decided there is no point buying specific holder for a phone. If you change phone you need to change holder as well..
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda premium
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
The image doesn't tell me what it's called or where I can buy it.
What is it called and where can I buy it?
Edited my post. It's a bit pricey, but the there are cheap knockoffs available as well
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda premium
I'm using one for the S3 that I bought for the Optimus 4X and now I'm using it for the N4. Fits nearly perfect (a small gap at the sides, but thats not a problem)
German amazon link:
http://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B0085UU0PM
If you want to use the headphone jack you have to take off that thing on the top, but it's only clipped so you can easily take it off.
PIC:
http://www.abload.de/img/img_20121201_141653z5rhc.jpg
I've been using an Arkon universal windshield mount with my NS for a long time and am getting a second (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16875999868) for my N4 (giving the Wife the NS), which is only 19 bucks w/ free shipping at Newegg. I've been extremely satisfied with it.
Mine has held up extremely well. It is easy to get the phone in and out; can swivel horizontal or vertical; has space for usb connector to car; holds tight, but doesn't leave a mark on the phone (totally firm and secure without being worrying at all); is universal so it will fit my next Nexus/Car; and has a nice flat surface to slap an NFC tag onto (turn Bluetooth on, switch to car mode). The only very minor issue (a non-issue really) I've had is that it has popped off of the windshield maybe 3 times in the past 2 years, but never with a phone in it or when I was driving; I'm pretty sure this is inevitable for window mounts. It only takes a few seconds to reattach and it is good to go.
Samsung's UNIVERSAL car dock works perfectly too.
http://www.expansys.co.za/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-original-vehicle-kit-car-charger-included-231981/
Its a neat-looking dock that'll work with any phone between 4" and 5.3" and with the microUSB port at the bottom.
StNickZA said:
Samsung's UNIVERSAL car dock works perfectly too.
http://www.expansys.co.za/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-original-vehicle-kit-car-charger-included-231981/
Its a neat-looking dock that'll work with any phone between 4" and 5.3" and with the microUSB port at the bottom.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Does this dock block the volume rocker?
I bought one of these from RAM, along with the extra clampy hardware from RAM to mount it.
It should be showing up today so we will see how well it works. They make good stuff, but it can be pricey.
James BlackHeron said:
I bought one of these from RAM, along with the extra clampy hardware from RAM to mount it.
It should be showing up today so we will see how well it works. They make good stuff, but it can be pricey.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Please keep us updated. I’m also looking for a universal car mount
I have been searching for a universal type car mount that can fit both my Nexus 7 (in a Seidio Active case without cover) and also fit the Nexus 4 with a case/bumper or whatever. The compromise is that the Nexus 4 cannot be charged while in this mount. The search goes on I guess, but I am quite happy with it at this point.
I have found the Xenomix mount from Korea. Seems like the only place I can find it was from ebay. It took a good 10 business days to air ship from Korea to me in Texas. Anyway, the mini review and pics are below.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2052593

Brodit active mount.

Just done a search and can't see any other threads, apologies if it was missed....
http://www.holdersandmounts.co.uk/sony-xperia-z-brodit-holder-for-fixed-installation-513495.html
Sent from my Samsung Note II.
There is a thread about custom Active mount
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2213539
That brodit looks good but too expensive
There's this thread already
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2114985
Cheers.... Not going to lose any sleep about posting this then as the mentions of the Brodit active holders in those posts are well buried.
Sent from my Samsung Note II.
it's in the other car mount thread.
Along with a non-fixed verison of the mount that plugs into the cigarette adaptor rather than the car electronics
It's here:
http://www.brodit.com/product.html?id=512495
and if you search for the part number online, you get:
http://www.holdersandmounts.co.uk/b...ve-holder-cradle-with-car-charger-512495.html
to my knowledge, they are not available for shipping...yet
Carl
They look good IMO, however I would prefer that I can stick these on my windscreen, it would seem that they have to clip into some holder & clip for your air vents or dash
danw_oz said:
They look good IMO, however I would prefer that I can stick these on my windscreen, it would seem that they have to clip into some holder & clip for your air vents or dash
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Contact holders and mounts and they will fix it to a suction bracket for you, if you like
but its costly.
Sent from my C6603 using xda premium Ordered mine from Holders and mounts as well but i'm doing it this way.
Brodit Sony Xperia Z active holder cradle with car charger 5124951 30.83
Herbert Richter Adapter plate Self-adhesive to 4-Holes - 1471 1 2.49
Shipping cost 2.99
Tax 7.26
Then ordered one of these from Amazon.
Herbert Richter Short Gooseneck Windscreen Car Mount £4.99
Total £48.56
Doesn't look like it will hold the phone if it's in any sort of case though.

[Q] Proclip charger/holder for galaxy S4

I am in desperate need for a Proclip holder for AT&T S4. It looks like the one for S3 will fit the S4 but i am not sure..
See here: http://www.proclipusa.com/phone-hol...d-cigarette-lighter-adapter-512398-18987.cmsv
Does anyone with a S3 pro-clip holder has any experience placing the S4 in it ? I have the S2 Pro-clip and an iPhone pro-clip on the other car and they are super quality devices.. Note I am looking after the one with the charger option.
Thanks.
+1 I, too, am a fan of the proclips. Has anyone got an answer to this? I don't think there's an S4 proclip available yet.
They emailed me this reply
Hi
*
We have just launched two active holders for the Galaxy S4, the item numbers are 512526 and 513526. We will also launch a holder that fits devices with skins but it is not yet ready.
*
Regards,
*
Gustav Sandstedt
I forgot to mention. The manufacturer is brodit if you check their website the have a few options listed for the s4
Sorry I cant post links yet
Sent from my GT-I9505 using xda app-developers app
The S3 Holder won't fit, i'll try and adapt my holder for the S4
BigE said:
I am in desperate need for a Proclip holder for AT&T S4. It looks like the one for S3 will fit the S4 but i am not sure..
See here: http://www.proclipusa.com/phone-hol...d-cigarette-lighter-adapter-512398-18987.cmsv
Does anyone with a S3 pro-clip holder has any experience placing the S4 in it ? I have the S2 Pro-clip and an iPhone pro-clip on the other car and they are super quality devices.. Note I am looking after the one with the charger option.
Thanks.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Answering my own question...
http://www.proclipusa.com/phone-hol...-and-cigarette-lighter-plug-512526-19356.cmsv
I have never had any car holder with charger , better than proclip..
Recommending (and no, I do not get commission for this .. )
It will be my 5th holder with them, for different phones.
A few more product numbers:
Dear Customers,
We have finished the design of the Samsung Galaxy S4 holders and these are now in production. These holders will work with all current Samsung Galaxy S4 models by different carriers. We anticipate to get our first shipment in within a week. Pre-Orders will processed in order they are received.
Item # 511526 - Holder with Tilt Swivel (PRE-ORDER NOW!)
Item # 512526 - Holder with Tilt Swivel and Cigarette Lighter Charger (PRE-ORDER NOW!)
Item # 521526 - Holder with Tilt Swivel and USB Cigarette Lighter Charger (PRE-ORDER NOW!)
Item # 513526 - Holder with Tilt Swivel and Straight Cable for Fixed Install (PRE-ORDER NOW!)
Item # 246824 – Adjustable Holder with Tilt swivel for use with a skin or case
Follow this link to see all the holders in one list view.
Thank you for your interest in our products and have a terrific day!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Just got this email for discount code for this weekend only.
Enter AC Code: 05MOM13 at checkout.
Valid NOW through midnight Sunday, May 12, 2013
I guess this will not work in combination with the samsung flip-cover?
They informed me that they are developing a holder that will suit the s4 with skins/cases . They didn't have a date as of yet
Im waiting fot that too
brodit
Absolutely agree about the brodit proclips system, absolutely perfect. My iphone one worked like a dream and really want to get one for my S4 buuuutttt, Im using arliberator and dont know if I can use any of the docks in conjunction with the mhl connector
robert__ said:
I guess this will not work in combination with the samsung flip-cover?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
It will work with the flip cover as long as you get the adjustable one, I was using with the cover closed, just don't put the right side in and you can still flip open but tight. And I also used it with the cover flipped behind, just had to adjust the holder to fit the leather flip on the left side and the phone on the right. I will post pictures after I go back to the case, using a slim armor for the time being, it fits good too.
BigE said:
It will be my 5th holder with them, for different phones.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I assume you meant the dock and not the dock holder?
Why do you keep buying all these docks?
I would recommend the Craigsdock dock. The one single dock will work with all Galaxy series phones, including Note II. So you just buy one dock and it fits them all. And you don't have to worry about whether you have an extended battery or cover. It still fits. And all in a slimmer/smaller package than the ProClip and with a better (IMO) charging solution.
I've had the ProClip dock. I like the Craigsdock dock better. And with the Craigsdock, you can change the type of USB connector easily. For non-carhome mode, for USB-OTG or for any other type of MicroUSB connector you may need. And it's an easy swapout.
Just a heads up.
Though the ProClip dock "holder/mounting base" is pretty nice.
http://www.craigsdocks.com/samsung-galaxy-s3/
I have the brodit active dock with usb connection. This model suits the phone with case .
Photo shows the s3 but works on s4 too.
Maybe you can use mhl via the usb I dont have mhl so I cant test.
Is the wire fixed in to the dock. My old iPhone one had a fixed jack in the dock and you plugged the iPhone into the cable into the fixed jack. I emailed Brodit about their g4 active dock because it comes with a molex connector block. I wanted to know what connections the block took but I don't think they understood me
Sent from my GT-I9505 using xda app-developers app
bennetski said:
Is the wire fixed in to the dock. My old iPhone one had a fixed jack in the dock and you plugged the iPhone into the cable into the fixed jack. I emailed Brodit about their g4 active dock because it comes with a molex connector block. I wanted to know what connections the block took but I don't think they understood me
Sent from my GT-I9505 using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I dont have the active holder with the molex connector. Mine has a male usb . The wire is fixed to the dock . See pic.
OK thanks so I wouldn't be able to use an mhl adapter with it like I need to on that model.
Sent from my GT-I9505 using xda app-developers app
bennetski said:
OK thanks so I wouldn't be able to use an mhl adapter with it like I need to on that model.
Sent from my GT-I9505 using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Unless you can plug in the mhl adapter to the male end of the usb lead and from there into the charger via some sort of adapter.
G
That's why I'm looking at the one with the molex connector. It was so easy with the iPhone. You just plugged the iPhone cable into the bottom of the holder. I was kinda hoping it would be the same with the s4 one.
Sent from my GT-I9505 using xda app-developers app
bennetski said:
That's why I'm looking at the one with the molex connector. It was so easy with the iPhone. You just plugged the iPhone cable into the bottom of the holder. I was kinda hoping it would be the same with the s4 one.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I think the difference is that there is somewhat of a standard with Apple dock/lightning cables, but it's a zoo with micro-USB male adapters. There's no standard shape for them to machine to. I suppose they could match the OEM cable, but most people only have one of those.

[Q] Qi charger/holder for car

Hi,
With a Nexus 5 on the way, I am trying to find a Qi holder/charger for my car. The problem is that the only ones I find is either suction cup or air vent mounting. I allready have a mounting plate from Brodit in my car which my old holder was screwed on to. Have anyone found a Qi holder that uses screws?
Regards,
Thomas
I'd think twice about qi in car if you plan on sat naving as it will get mega hot
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk
I might be better off with a holder from Brodit then, even if they are quite expensive in Norway.
Thanks!
Thomas
Barmo said:
Hi,
With a Nexus 5 on the way, I am trying to find a Qi holder/charger for my car. The problem is that the only ones I find is either suction cup or air vent mounting. I allready have a mounting plate from Brodit in my car which my old holder was screwed on to. Have anyone found a Qi holder that uses screws?
Regards,
Thomas
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Just do a search for the Nexus 5 wireless charger. It's a small square charger that says Nexus on it and it has magnets built in specifically designed for the metal discs that are inside of our phone. I already modified a few of my other qi Chargers so that they magnetically hold the phone and charge it in the car but with this new one out I've heard that it will stick to it vertically and won't fall off when driving. Check it out online. I've seen it for $50. I'm going to buy one really soon. And it will output I believe 1.2 amps like the stock ac adapter. So I would not worry about the phone heating up while driving unless you plan on driving for 3 hours straight. I had the Palm Pre touchstone for 3 years and had that working in my car the entire time and the Pre never got too hot and I doubt that our phone will. The only thing I've noticed is that if you don't align the Nexus 5 perfectly on the wireless charger that I got with the Nexus 4 or the LG charger that everybody has posted about on here, the phone will get a little hot. That's why when you get the one made specifically for the Nexus 5, it will align itself perfectly and you're charge will be sent through the magnetic field created perfectly.
Sent from my oh so sweet Nexus numeral 5.

Categories

Resources