Expensive car mount alternative

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So I want to put my phone flush to the dashboard. When I was using the Samsung Focus, I had a case that I used only for when I was in the car because I put Velcro on the back of it and on my dashboard. It stuck really well and I could still see everything on my dash. I don't really want to have something sticking to the windshield and my dashboard isn't really built for having anything sticking on top of it. Instead of a case this time, I was thinking I might be able to take the part that clips on to phones (with enough room for a slim case on the HOX) and just put the Velcro on that. It was a bit annoying having to swap out cases every time. I was thinking maybe something like the Car Mount Mobile Dock for Samsung Galaxy Note would be a good choice. Since I can't post any links yet search for Car Mount Mobile Dock for Samsung Galaxy Note on smartphonepedia's website. Basically, it's a spring loaded dock so it's adjustable. Also, it has these four holders that would only hold the sides so if I place it right there should be nothing blocked. I don't really feel like spending so much for it though.

Has anyone tried this before? As long as the mount comes with at least two parts, one that attaches to the phone then attaches to a mount, I would be fine with it. Though I would want something that isn't TOO flimsy either. Or has anyone seen a mount that's kind of minimalist when it comes to holding the phone? Too many universal mounts use grips that are too large.

Edit: Alright, so I looked around some more and found a few that seem like they would work. They are on Amazon: the LAZA Zip Grip universal car mount, iShot mount: mini universal holder, CYGNETT universal car mount, and the Clingo mount. The Clingo mount is the most expensive, but has anyone tried it?

Check out this arkon mount, it works with the one x. I've recommended it here before and people seem to like it; it's only $18.

http://www.arkon.com/htc%20One%20X/m...car-mount.html

Would that work with a case on, say an otterbox?

Originally Posted by equlizer

Would that work with a case on, say an otterbox?

This particular mount I'm not sure, as I don't have an Otterbox case. I'm guessing it'll work with the thinner otterbox, but I couldn't say.

They have a version of this mount for the the Galaxy Note, that think will work with almost any case:

http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy-Note/sli...car-mount.html

Has any of you guys tried this?

http://lifehacker.com/5747897/how-to...ffice-supplies

Thats what I use, no uglier or better looking than a hunk of plastic suction cupped to your dash and its probably free if you have a binder clip around somewhere

Arkon mounts are great, they come in almost any configuration you'll need for your vehicle. I have a truck, so I wen't with a floor mount. Placed the bracket one of the seat rail bolts, and It works awesome! It's right next to my shifter, and down lower so I don't have to reach up to mess with it.

http://www.arkon.com/megagrip/megagrip-floor-mount.html

I'll snap a picture of it if you want it.

EDIT: works with any type of case, and phone. width is fully adjustable. Just pop the phone on the stand, squeeze the clicking side holders in until its tight on your phone, and you're good to go. When you want it off, there is a button on the side you press, and it releases the side holders.

+1 for the Arkon slim grip. The thing is amazing and well hold almost any phone.

http://www.arkon.com/slimgrip/slimgr...car-mount.html


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ProClip / Brodit

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These are phone specific and great quality. Unfortunately, these are not case compatible... only skins on the phone.


I got the hardwired unit and did the installation myself.

http://www.proclipusa.com/brodit-dev...397-19014.aspx

http://www.proclipusa.com/brodit-dev...397-19014.aspx

Looks like they do make a case compatible mount also:
http://www.proclipusa.com/brodit-dev...214-19014.aspx


Also note you'll need to check for the part to mount to your vehicle. Since its a two piece modular solution, just upgrade the phone holder piece as you upgrade devices.

I've purchased PROCLIPS USA Mount for my Acura TL 2006, works great!!! However, it isn't really cheap. I've tried many cheap mounts in the past and they are definitely not worth the time, terrible build quality.