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Does anyone know of any for the Eris? Been looking with no luck.
I have not found any at local VZ stores or even fry's that would meet my needs, however I have been looking at this site
search android central on google...this has some nice docks you can use
I might end up buying from here.
I made mine. just bought a garmin one that was about the right size, and a clip on case for the eris, a little dremeling and a little epoxy and it stays up nicely.
What you can do is purchase another backplate for the phone and buy velcro and mount like that, but if changing plates all the time is too much of a pain here is a amazon search
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_s...ris+car&ih=6_0_0_0_0_0_1_0_1_1.120_301&fsc=-1
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What you can do is purchase another backplate for the phone and buy velcro and mount like that, but if changing plates all the time is too much of a pain here is a amazon search
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_s...ris+car&ih=6_0_0_0_0_0_1_0_1_1.120_301&fsc=-1
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Nice to know I'm not the only Velcro-Jockey out there! I got a closeout "case-thing" from the Verizon store that only wraps around the sides, so it pops off quickly, and that's what my velcro is on.
I've been using the Scosche Universal Windshield and Vent Mount:
Can't post links , I bought it from Amazon though.
It's pretty adjustable, 90° rotation, flexible arm, fits a lot of different devices as well. I've had it for almost half a year now with no problems.
I use my innocase belt clip that came with my innocase II, and just built/bent a place to clip it to out of clothes hanger. Took a little work with the dremel to expose the charging jack and the headphone jack while it is mounted facing me, but works great!
I bought mine from walmart for $6. It's a vent mount I picked up in the automotive section.
ProClip(proclipusa dot com) has both powered and unpowered versions. Never tried one, but I've read good reviews on other boards. A little pricey as it's a two part system - a vehicle mount and a device adaptor. I'm thinking of trying the standard non-powered version for the Eris. Only concern is that it doesn't look like it will accomodate a protective case on the phone.
Another option is the "Universal" smart phone mount from Semsons(semsons dot com). I have dealt with them before for GPS and PDA stuff - no problems. I've got a universal PDA vent mount that I think was a freebie from them with a BT GPS purchase. I've used it for years - works OK with the Eris.
I got a universal vent dock that works for my Eris. U have a pretty nice setup as I also have a connection for hooking up cd players to a car's tapedeck. I no longer listen to the radio, and I gave up on CD's a long time ago.
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Im personally not a fan of vent docks or universals. I found a how to on lifehacker as to make a custom car dock. Granite its not like the moto droid with the magnet, but hell its much better than a universal windshield or vent mount.
Fact is you get any gps mount off ebay. I had an old magellan gps mount laying around. Average price for one off ebay is anywhere from $3-10
Grab a hard case off ebay. I picked one that had a belt clip on it for $2. Shipped.
I had to break the clip off and file it flush.
You can use Rearview mirror windshield mount sticker ,but I didnt have any so I just used standard epoxy. Im sure superglue will work.
Glue the hard plastic case onto the gps mount and your result will end like this.
Sorry for the crappy pics. Taken with my phone on KAOSFROYO 36 and camera works when it wants. Quailitys not that great but you get the picture.
Enjoy.
Hi, I have just ordered this item from ebay at a cost of $1.87 including shipping!
I assume quality won't be all that great, but I had the same thing for a HTC Touch HD which cost around $15 and never had any issues with it.
So if anyone's looking for a bargain car vent holder here you go
Completely forgot about vent holders, my suction mounts keep falling off so providing it fits my car this is a far better option.
Only ever set my vents to screen and footwell anyway, so not worried about the phone overheating
I don't suppose you know if that's portrait or landscape ?
It's a bit difficult to tell from the pics.
Screen mount is a pain for me as I've got a Ford Galaxy, the mahoosively deep dash means if I use a screen mount it has to be one of the long snakey ones that wobble about like an essex girls backside
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I don't suppose you know if that's portrait or landscape ? I use a screen mount it has to be one of the long snakey ones that wobble about like an essex girls backside
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pmsl. I would say that it's landscape. I have ordered one too so that the mound will be closer to me in the car/ more discrete and will be easier to use the phone without having to stretch especially in cars where the windscreen is miles from you lol. For a couple of quid I'm sure it can be modified if need be
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pmsl. I would say that it's landscape. I have ordered one too so that the mound will be closer to me in the car/ more discrete and will be easier to use the phone without having to stretch especially in cars where the windscreen is miles from you lol. For a couple of quid I'm sure it can be modified if need be
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I might have a punt on one, the trouble with the early Galaxy dashes is they are too curvy for a suction mount as well.
I'll deffo need one soon though as I'm off out in a mo to pick up a double din DVD and screen head unit, already got the Nokia composite AV lead, that just leaves a set of optic and a beer tap to fit and I need never leave the drive lol
Have been using this for a few months. Its landscape only but very useful. Recommended
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that is a nice find !
i like it
i always prefer vent holders than the windshield suction ones, it works way better
I ordered 3 from eBay, hoping to sell the other 2 on craigslist. But since using them for about a month, all 3 are up on craigslist. The holder can be mounted either portrait or landscape by unscrewing the back of the mount and rotating the base to whichever position you prefer. The biggest problem I have with it is the 2 vent pins (or hooks) easily slide out of the slots in the back of the thing. Every time you remove the SGS from it, you'll have a problem with the loose pins. If I drove in a straight line this would not be a problem. I guess I could engineer a solution to the problem, like using a buck store soldering iron to fuse the pins in place or crazy gluing them. But that would involve investing time sitting in my car, trying to get them at the right angle for my round vents. And I just did 3 hours of that installing a Sony bluetooth radio, which means I can put the SGS in the cupholder, and listen to the turn-by-turn, phone calls and music through the radio.
yes I can't see the SGS in my line of sight. But the hassle of carefully removing the phone from this thing. And not having the feeling of solidness the mounting should offer without spending time reinforcing it has me passing on putting a expensive piece of hardware in it. You really do get what you pay for.
great find! thanks
cheap car holder for samsung galaxy i9000
I have just bought one for this ebay seller-superzhenhua2010.The price is cheap and very durable.The seller is very nice.
Got it today. Very good.
I know this has probably been posted over at other forums but I'll make a short review here.
I recently purchased Exogear's Exomount through Amazon ($19.99 and free 2-day shipping with Prime) and I'm absolutely amazed by the product's versatility/performance. The suction cup is made out of silicone and feels a bit sticky to the touch. It adheres to the windshield (or almost any flat surface, including dry-wall) effortlessly and that's even before applying the lock mechanism. The neck can pivot 360 degrees which means you can set your phone in portrait or landscape mode quickly.
The main selling point for me was that instead of using a cradle, it's simply an oversized 5" clip with polyurethane grippers on each of the clip ends to provide a firm non-abrasive grip on the device it's holding which is "EXCELLENT" for people who don't really like taking the phone case off everytime mounting is needed. IT WORKS GREAT WITH ANY CASE ATTACHED!. Just make sure the clip isn't gripping the volume rocker and you're good to go. The mount is not as clunky as most of the universal cradels sold online that look ridiculously oversized. I have attached and tested my girlfriend's iPhone 4 with and without a case, a garmin nuvi GPS, my Inspire 4G with and without a case and my old iPod video without any detachments from the suction cup or the clip itself. It leaves enough clearance for the camera to be free of any obstacles in case anyone wants to record video while driving. The website and some youtube videos also show it being used as a car mount for iPads and a lot of other tablets.
Bottom line: Great mount for anyone who wants to use a simple universal design compared to numerous propietary ones and attach many devices to it, even ones with protective cases/skins attached.
Thanks! Hadn't seen it before. I've always done just fine with my phone on my leg while using GPS, and didn't see the need to throw money at some clunky bulky phone holder, or an expensive one that I'd only be using for this phone..
That youtube video sold me. So versatile in what it can hold and where it can mount... I just ordered one and signed up for that month trial thing for the free shipping.
Thanks for posting about this!
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Thanks! Hadn't seen it before. I've always done just fine with my phone on my leg while using GPS, and didn't see the need to throw money at some clunky bulky phone holder, or an expensive one that I'd only be using for this phone..
That youtube video sold me. So versatile in what it can hold and where it can mount... I just ordered one and signed up for that month trial thing for the free shipping.
Thanks for posting about this!
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Glad I was able to help, dude =D
Yeah, I'm loving this mounting kit. I actually ordered another one for my girlfriend's car 'cause her gps mount keeps on popping off. Let us know how you like it when you get a chance to have a hands-on test.
It will get delivered wednesday. I'll mount it up on my commute to work thursday morning. Some harsh roads and my car is pretty damn stiff suspension. If it holds up to that one roads beatings I'll be damn impressed.
This is pretty awesome! I may see if I can return the mount I just bought (I saved the reciept....the GPS mounts that hold the phones always loose tension in the springs) and get this one!
I use a mount by Mountek, really a superb product that mounts in a CD slot. Let us know how you like the exomount!
Exomount - Day 4
Today would be the 4th day I've used the Exomount. The clip works adequately and holds the phone in place even with the cover on. The suction cup has yet to fail me even in high temperature weather with the sun beating on it and I even used it on my girfriend's car for around 8 hours, and back on my car it stuck in place like it was just used for the first time. There's some vibration when recording video while driving but that's cruising at 60MPH over somewhat bumpy roads. I didn't expect this mount to be a tripod or anything like that, especially for the price I paid. It works as it should and beyond and I'm more than pleased with its performance thus far.
I have the GoPro Hero cam for recording out the window so I won't need this mount for that. Just want it to hold my phone in view. I tend to forget it's on my lap a lot and get out of the car and bam. (CaseMate Tough is awesome though)
My car's down, again, right now. I'll be picking up parts after work today and hopefully get the car back together tonight though. Mount is suposed to be delivered today so I'll post my opinion on it tomorrow hopefully.
OK.
So the mount is awesome! I love the fact that I can mount this on my MK4 GTI's dash!. Anybody with a MK4 VW knows what the surface of the dashboard looks/feels like.. it's pretty textured, but the mount holds on it!
With my cars very stiff suspension and the ****ty roads of texas, the phone does shake/vibrate a good bit, but what I need to see is legible in navigation. But I won't be able to read a text msg on it. The elbow is flexible enough to move with one hand, but holds strong enough to stay how you set it, which is awesome (It doesn't start "rotating" forward/down). And the fact I can keep my phone in it's case and easily just twist to make it portrait or landscape is great.
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I use a mount by Mountek, really a superb product that mounts in a CD slot. Let us know how you like the exomount!
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I got that one too, I love it. Also got a 6 inch audio cable with 90s on both ends and a 12 inch usb cable and flush usb charger for the cigarette lighter. clean installation with no long cables hangin in the floorboards or tangled around stuff.
I am using a mount called The Clingo. It is awesome and works with anything. Just picked it up a month ago.
I've been using an Arkon mount since around Christmas; no problems at all! Good suction, quick release works well. Only issue I've seen is if I hit the charger cable with the stick shift it will tend to trigger the quick release and pop the phone out. That's more an issue of the power cable not having a quick release than a knock to the mount though.
It also came with a dashboard vent mount, but I've not used that since trying the windshield mount. Either my vents aren't very sturdy, or the mount+phone weigh too much, but it would just slide down and then fall out. The clips are adjustable, but I couldn't make them work with my vents.
This model I have is the Arkon SM410 Universal Mount.
Hi Everyone,
I wanted to know if anyone has tried out or ordered the Nexus 4 Car Dock/Cradle offered by KiDiGi? If you haven't yet heard of it, click here to take a gander. I'm thinking about ordering it and if none of you have been able to try it out, I can try and post up a little review about it. What do you guys think?
Looks decent enough. But I have had a few Arkon mounts I loved but eventually died because the suction cup warped in the hot sun. I am in TX. May I suggest taking it off the windshield when not in use to save the suction cup thingy lol. I now use one Xenomix mount that sits off the dash and hangs off. I use that with either my N7 or the N4.The only thing is that I don't have access to the charging port to that. My workaround is that I already had the Kroppsson Aero mount that fits both N7 and N4, but I wouldn't use it with my N7 due me feeling to obstructed. Anyway another story, another thread lol.
Anyway, the suction cups on both of those are the gel type and adhere to ANYTHING. So if you have curved dashes this would mold over without an issue. And also the adhesive can be reconstituted by wiping it with a damp lint free cloth, much like the N4 Orb .
Bottom line, if you do decide to get it, keep the sun in mind!
that mount is too bulky to not have an attached micro usb port and at $50 it's fairly expensive. try to find a nice universal one so you dont have to buy a car mounts for every new phone. Arkon is one of the better companies, i had one of their vent mount that lasted over 5 years.
Something like this http://www.amazon.com/Arkon-Mobile-...id=1362105434&sr=8-5&keywords=arkon+universal
or this,
http://www.amazon.com/Arkon-MG178-U...id=1362105434&sr=8-8&keywords=arkon+universal
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Looks decent enough. But I have had a few Arkon mounts I loved but eventually died because the suction cup warped in the hot sun. I am in TX. May I suggest taking it off the windshield when not in use to save the suction cup thingy lol. I now use one Xenomix mount that sits off the dash and hangs off. I use that with either my N7 or the N4.The only thing is that I don't have access to the charging port to that. My workaround is that I already had the Kroppsson Aero mount that fits both N7 and N4, but I wouldn't use it with my N7 due me feeling to obstructed. Anyway another story, another thread lol.
Anyway, the suction cups on both of those are the gel type and adhere to ANYTHING. So if you have curved dashes this would mold over without an issue. And also the adhesive can be reconstituted by wiping it with a damp lint free cloth, much like the N4 Orb .
Bottom line, if you do decide to get it, keep the sun in mind!
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Thanks for the tip! It definitely pertains to me because I live in Arizona and it's ridiculously hot, especially during the Summer.
neotekz said:
that mount is too bulky to not have an attached micro usb port and at $50 it's fairly expensive. try to find a nice universal one so you dont have to buy a car mounts for every new phone. Arkon is one of the better companies, i had one of their vent mount that lasted over 5 years.
Something like this http://www.amazon.com/Arkon-Mobile-...id=1362105434&sr=8-5&keywords=arkon+universal
or this,
http://www.amazon.com/Arkon-MG178-U...id=1362105434&sr=8-8&keywords=arkon+universal
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Thank you! I'm not really good at trying to determine whether something is priced fair. Your input definitely helps. Thanks for providing links to the Arkon mounts, I definitely appreciate it.
neotekz said:
that mount is too bulky to not have an attached micro usb port and at $50 it's fairly expensive. try to find a nice universal one so you dont have to buy a car mounts for every new phone. Arkon is one of the better companies, i had one of their vent mount that lasted over 5 years.
Something like this http://www.amazon.com/Arkon-Mobile-...id=1362105434&sr=8-5&keywords=arkon+universal
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That's one of the ones I got. Great universal one, but in the end the sun warped the suction cup on that. Because of that, it no longer sticks to anything, not even the windshield. I am keeping it for parts though lol.
And there are reports of the ball joint becoming loose. There is a fix, by inserting a 1"x1" microfiber cloth on the ball joint to give it grip. However, I never had this issue.
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That's one of the ones I got. Great universal one, but in the end the sun warped the suction cup on that. Because of that, it no longer sticks to anything, not even the windshield. I am keeping it for parts though lol.
And there are reports of the ball joint becoming loose. There is a fix, by inserting a 1"x1" microfiber cloth on the ball joint to give it grip. However, I never had this issue.
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Thanks for the tip, i have a clingo dash mount, and the ball joint isn't that good, ill throw in a microfiber cloth from a screen protector. Hopefully it improves it a little. BTW i don't really recommend the clingo universal mount, i thought it would stick really well on the nexus 4 with the glass back, So far it has fallen off twice and it is only 2 weeks old :/
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Thanks for the tip, i have a clingo dash mount, and the ball joint isn't that good, ill throw in a microfiber cloth from a screen protector. Hopefully it improves it a little. BTW i don't really recommend the clingo universal mount, i thought it would stick really well on the nexus 4 with the glass back, So far it has fallen off twice and it is only 2 weeks old :/
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i had the clingo too for the gnex, that mount was all but useless unless the back of the phone was glass even a smooth plastic case didnt work very well. it would probably be good for the nexus 4 but i dont trust it anymore after seeing it drop previous nexus many times.
As for the ball joint i had to tighten it too, i did this by putting a few elastics around the plastic part that holds the joint.
Ram Mounts >= All other universal mounts. Imma let you finish, but...
The Kidigi One X cradle is great, I got it because the phone fits in my usual TPU case unlike the official HTC one. This design appears to be the same. I've been waiting for a dedicated N4 car cradle so I'll probably get one of these. I've never had any trouble with the suction cup on mine, but I doubt it gets hot enough in this country to be a problem... That and my car has a heat reflective windscreen. Which messes up the GPS signal.
Azurael said:
The Kidigi One X cradle is great, I got it because the phone fits in my usual TPU case unlike the official HTC one. This design appears to be the same. I've been waiting for a dedicated N4 car cradle so I'll probably get one of these. I've never had any trouble with the suction cup on mine, but I doubt it gets hot enough in this country to be a problem... That and my car has a heat reflective windscreen. Which messes up the GPS signal.
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In tropical conditions, even the best tint won't save it if it's left in the sun hahah. The glass gets way hot anyway.
I use the Samsung holder, it comes with a charger too.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0089VO7HE/
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I just ordered mine last night, i'll post back when it gets here!
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I just ordered mine last night, i'll post back when it gets here!
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I have been using mine for 3-4 months now. It fits perfectly and it is a top quality product.
The charger has a strong blue light, but charges 1 mAh in AC mode. So for 35€ more or less (I don't remember how much exactly I paid) I had 2 products I wanted to buy.
In conclusion, a little expensive but a good product in general
Most of them are for smaller phones
I would prefer one that sticks to the windscreen like a satnav other than clipping onto the air vents
Well, I say best. I just need something basic, so cheap would be good BUT I'm hesitant to buy any non-branded cheap Chinese products from eBay in case they're really bad (don't want my N4 to drop and crack)
Cheers
I really like the iOttie 1 touch mount. 1 handed phone mount/dismount and the suction cup is ridiculously strong.
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I really like the iOttie 1 touch mount. 1 handed phone mount/dismount and the suction cup is ridiculously strong.
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Agree, it's been outstanding. Sticks to any flat surface.
Capdase Car Mount Holder for LG Nexus 4 is not bad.
I use the one for the Galaxy S3 here. It is rock solid and is adjustable.
I only paid £10.95 from Amazon tho'
I bought one of these a couple of weeks ago: http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/supergrip-universal-case-compatible-car-mount-p30552.htm
It's not the cheapest (£17.95!!) but it was well worth the money. I've had various naff quality ones that don't stick, look cheap or fall to bits. This one looks better than in the pics, looks good when the phone is in or out, sticks brilliantly (I've tried just on the dashboard and on the windscreen!). I know there's other alternatives that offer charging etc but for just a decent holder this one is better than anything I've had (and I've tried a LOT).
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I bought one of these a couple of weeks ago: http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/supergrip-universal-case-compatible-car-mount-p30552.htm
It's not the cheapest (£17.95!!) but it was well worth the money. I've had various naff quality ones that don't stick, look cheap or fall to bits. This one looks better than in the pics, looks good when the phone is in or out, sticks brilliantly (I've tried just on the dashboard and on the windscreen!). I know there's other alternatives that offer charging etc but for just a decent holder this one is better than anything I've had (and I've tried a LOT).
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I use the same mount and it works brilliantly, tried plenty of others too, but it is the only one which doesn't wobble about/swivel or fall off on its own. Well worth trying. You can also find a few cheaper versions for around £5-6 on Amazon which look nearly identical, although I guess it is a bit of a gamble as far as quality goes then.
Thanks for the suggestions guys, do you all mount it on the windshield or find mounting it on the dash/vents is better?
http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/attac...ande-punto-test-drive-review-fiatpuntoilg.jpg
that's my dash (pic from google) so I was thinking maybe sticking it to the dash above the central air vents. how would I stick it to this? adhesive?
If you get the one I mentioned, it'll stick directly to the dash with the suction cup.
With some other mounts you have to mount a plastic disk (using double sided tape) so they suction has a smooth flat surface.
Whats the sticky gel on the 4th mobilefun picture? does it leave a residual on what you stick it on and does it get less sticky over time?
I wonder if anyone could suggest good airvent/grill car mount as I hate obstructing the windscreen. It should be low profile and be able to rotate in all directions. Maybe even universal as i still have HTC desire and use it from time to time as ive got different simcard in that. Tried looking for some but most are either in China or in USA and the ones I saw that I would like do not ship to UK.
Any suggestions? Thank you.
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I love my brodit system, perfect car dock imo. Bit pricey, but very robust.
Nokia CR-115 Universal Holder
Needs the rubber in the jaws trimming slightly to fit the N4 but otherwise a great quality mount and v cheap.
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I received the Haicom car holder for my N4 a couple of days ago (with a vent mount) and it fits really well.
I got the base on Amazon and the vent mount on eBay.
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Having tried many over the years Brodit do the best holders IMHO. The adjustable iphone4 holder is a fantastic fit on the nexus 4 and u can adjust it to whatever case or bumper you have for a perfect fit. Mounting option is dependant on your car and though pricey the upshot is if you change car or phone you only have to replace half of your holder rather than the whole thing.
I bought this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Exogear-Exo...Phone-5-Android-Phone-GPS-Black-/130782407854
I've been very happy with it and it sticks perfectly on my car (VW Golf IV Variant 2001) dashboard which isn't too smooth and a normal suction cup would't attach to it but exomount would.
I use the $10 GripGo.. No issues at all, cheapest one I've found, and works as well as any other I've had. Yet it works with any device!
Ram mounts...
I've ran Ram Mounts for years, started with GPSr mounts, now I run a double mount, holds both my GPSr and cell phone on the dash. It's a modular system. Get the cradle you need, the mount type you want, and whatever arms you need to connect the two.. I use the same cradle for my GPSr units in my truck, on the bike, on the quads, all i do is mode the cradle and arm from place to place... But it can get pricey, depending on how complex a setup you run... But on the same now, you can get parts to rig up everything from a cell phone/GPSr up to laptop computers....
the Ram X-Grip I'm currently using does have a habit of adjusting the volume if the phone is centered in the bracket, but it's easy enough to offset the phone slightly. I've used the same cradle for my last 3 phones.
I'm currently in the process of mating a google orb to the xgrip to provide wireless charging in my truck without having to worry about the phone sliding or falling...