Hold me tight:overview of car mounts for smartphones
We are so accustomed to a cell phone that we cannot live without it, let alone a day or an hour. He is with us everywhere: at home, on a walk, in the office, and, of course, in the car. The development of technology has allowed the once common means of communication to become a navigator, and an additional instrument panel, and even a diagnostic center. There are a lot of programs tailored exclusively to the needs of motorists. As well as a lot of options for mounting smartphones in the cabin. Let's consider the most common of them and find out what are the pros and cons of such structures, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of fastening methods
text: Oleg Slavin / 28.11.2017
MOUNTING TO WINDSCREEN
This method of car mounting a smartphone is perhaps the most common. Holders with a suction cup and paws, between which the device is attached, appeared among the first. The uncomplicated design made it possible to fix the communication tool on the windshield. It must be admitted that even today such holders are popular with motorists. And what to show off, as they say, is relatively cheap and quite convenient. As for the cost, then, of course, such holders, if they are not from well-known manufacturers, part of the cost of which is the price for the brand, are quite affordable. But as for convenience, it is worth thinking about it when choosing one or another holder. First, you need to pay attention to the length of the bracket between the suction cup and the holder jaws. If it is not enough, then the phone will be fixed too far from the driver due to the slope of the windshield if it is mounted at the bottom. If you fix it in a place where it will be in easy access, then, most likely, it will hang almost in the middle of the windshield, which is also inconvenient, because it will block part of the view. This is especially true if the screen diagonal is quite large. A too long bracket is also not very good, because the smartphone will vibrate while driving, creating certain inconveniences.
However, if this type of smartphone mounting in a car seems to you the most preferable, then you should choose brackets with a telescopic leg. In this case, you will be able to find the optimal position.
VENTILATION GRILLE MOUNTING
This method of fastening appeared relatively recently, but it already has many fans. A relatively small structure is attached to the lamellas of the grille with a universal clothespin, thereby allowing the smartphone to be placed in close proximity to the driver. Everything is simple and relatively convenient, but you need to understand that, firstly, such a mount is not able to catch on to every ventilation grill.
Secondly, even if the design of the air duct allows you to attach to it, then by attaching a telephone there, you block one of the channels of the ventilation system.
Thirdly, such a mount can be harmful directly to the smartphone. Alas, it is not possible to block the air flow with open sipes on every car, therefore, the smartphone will be exposed to it. Now let's imagine that you turn on the stove to the maximum. How will a smartphone feel in such a sauna? So, when choosing this method of fastening, first make sure whether it is possible to block the air duct without closing the lamellas, and also see if the retainer can attach to them. There are, of course, more advanced designs, but these are really designs, and sometimes quite cumbersome.
INSTRUMENT PANEL MOUNTING
I must say that there are quite a lot of designs that allow you to fix the smartphone directly on the dashboard. The first thing that comes to mind is attaching the holder to the dashboard with a suction cup. In fact, this is the same holder that was intended to be mounted on the windshield, only now it can be attached to a rough panel.
This became possible after the suction cup was made of the same material as the Velcro mats. This suction cup is securely attached to both the glass and the dashboard. The main condition is that the part of the panel to which the suction cup is attached is thoroughly degreased. The advantage of this mount is that you can place the holder in any convenient place. Minus - not every Velcro sticks well to the shagreen surface.
Crocodile holders also found their adherents. In fact, this is a large clothespin, which is also fastened with Velcro to the dashboard, and the phone is held in the open mouth of the "reptile". When there is no phone, such a holder does not dominate the dashboard much. The disadvantage of this design lies only in the fact that you won't be able to turn the phone quickly in one direction or another, you will have to re-glue the entire holder.
There are designs that are attached directly to the visor of the instrument panel. In this case, the phone is positioned above the visor.
The undoubted plus of this design is that the smartphone is constantly in the peripheral vision area, and it won't take much time to turn your gaze on it if necessary and back onto the road. In addition, this design provides a fairly high-quality standard speakerphone, because the smartphone is located not far from the driver's head.
It is also worth mentioning the holders that evolved from Velcro rugs.
In fact, this is all the same Velcro, only now it has a certain shape that allows not only putting the phone on the dashboard, but also fixing it at a certain angle for the convenience of reading information. Among the designs, there are those that allow you to charge the phone through an adapter. Moreover, the adapter itself is equipped with two connectors at once: micro-USB and iPhone.
Not so long ago, car holders for smartphones with neodymium magnets appeared. Their dimensions are so small that they practically do not affect the interior design of the car.
Such a holder is attached in any convenient place to the dashboard with the Velcro included in the kit, and the phone itself is then simply magnetized to this holder with the back cover.
A prerequisite for the operation of such a holder is the need to glue a small metal plate, which is included in the kit, on the back cover of the phone, or put it between the phone and the case, if there is one. I must say that such a mount is very convenient because it does not require precise positioning of the phone in the holder, and therefore there is no need to be distracted from the road. I stuck it without looking - and forward.
STEERING WHEEL MOUNTING
Such holders also provide a fairly high-quality speakerphone, and the smartphone is always in front of your eyes. However, these are perhaps the only advantages of such a mount. It has much more cons. To begin with, it will be impossible to supply power to the phone, fixed in this way, for obvious reason, and you will have to rely only on the power of the battery. At the same time, the phone also covers part of the instrument panel, and if, for example, the speedometer or tachometer is still somehow visible, then you can easily overlook the illuminated icon of the emergency oil pressure or temperature. And the last thing is that such a mount will definitely interfere in an emergency situation when the steering wheel needs to be rotated intensively, changing the grip.
REAR-VIEW MIRROR MOUNTING
This type of mount allows you to mount the smartphone just below the salon rear-view mirror. On the one hand, such a mount seems quite convenient, because the phone is in close proximity to the eyes, but it is worth considering that a smartphone fixed in this way can significantly block the driver's view.
In addition, if the mirror hinge is not rigid enough, the suspended smartphone can confuse its settings.
ANTI-SUN VISOR MOUNTING
Such a mount can be considered successful only relatively. First of all, what to do with a smartphone if you have to use a visor? Secondly, not every visor is able to withstand the weight of a smartphone and, most likely, it will have to be pushed up all the time, especially on a bad road. Thirdly, it is not very convenient to look up all the time to check the route. Moreover, for many drivers, this "exercise" can cause discomfort.
CAR MOUNT INTO CD PLAYER
Most cars are equipped with a CD-player as standard, but there are not so many of those who listen to discs. Flash drives and esd drives now fill the salon with your favorite tracks. Why not use the vacant slot in the dashboard, the inventors thought, and made a mount that holds on the dashboard, inserted into this slot. The decision, I must say, is quite reasonable, because in this case the smartphone is in front of your eyes, and it is convenient to reach with your hand, and does not interfere with the view. The only drawbacks are that if you suddenly want to change a boring disk, you will have to remove the mount. However, this is not so difficult to do.
CAR Cigarette Lighter Mount
Yes, there are such options. It must be said that by attaching the holder to the cigarette lighter socket, you nevertheless remain with both a 12-volt socket and a couple of USB connectors.
The paws themselves or the magnet holding the smartphone are on a flexible leg, which allows you to use such a mount in cars with both vertical and horizontal cigarette lighter positions, simply bending the leg to the right place. But, as practice shows, with the horizontal position of the cigarette lighter, such a holder under the weight of the smartphone can begin to rotate in the socket. So a vertical socket is preferable for this mount.
SMARTPHONE HOLDER IN CUP
It would be strange if there were no such phone mount. It is a tube with a leg on which sponges are located or, as in other cases, a clamp or magnet. And in order for this tuba to fit any cup holder, its volume can be increased by extending three spacer legs.
Is it convenient? Probably, someone will be interested in this way of attaching a smartphone, only at the same time you deprive yourself of the opportunity to use the cup holder. However, there are models that not only do not deprive you of this opportunity, but also significantly increase the number of cup holders.
It is worth noting that such mounts can be considered convenient only if the cup holder is quite high, say, on a high extension of the center console that divides the salon into two parts, otherwise you will have to reach down to the phone.
MAGNETIC ADAPTER TO USB CONNECTOR
Speaking of smartphone holders, I would like to mention another very handy device. Remember how many times you had to aim the micro connector from the charger at the small socket of your smartphone. In ordinary life, this is not easy to do, since you need to find the appropriate position, and even more so while driving. To simplify this procedure, you can purchase a magnetic adapter or cord with such a connector. One part of the adapter is inserted into the smartphone and is constantly in it, and the second part is at the end of the wire.
In order to connect the smartphone to the cord, you just need to bring the cord to the connector, and the magnet will do the rest for you. Moreover, it is not at all necessary to catch the front or back side: charging, as well as data exchange, goes in any position. This device is convenient, by the way, not only in the car, but also at home.
Modern smartphones and tablets are not only about calls and SMS. The huge functionality of these devices makes us almost inseparable from them. And it's not just about entertainment, such as social networks, surfing the Internet, watching video content, photos / videos or games. Most users use gadgets to some extent to help with their daily activities. The most requested features are email, word processing, information retrieval. But we live in an era of multitasking, and often we do several things at the same time, and the gadget needs to be held in our hands, which is very inconvenient. To solve this problem, there are special holders for smartphones and tablets that are installed on the table. The device is located in front of the user's eyes, and it costs him nothing to watch the video and at the same time do something with his hands (for example, write, tinker, eat, etc.)
Separately, it is necessary to mention the maps and the navigator. It is difficult for a modern person to imagine a trip anywhere without a navigator. Of course, there are fans of "old-school" paper maps, and sometimes they help out. But, you see, it is much more convenient to just drive in the address of the destination in the navigator and calmly move according to the instructions of the device. However, the gadget must be held in hand for this. What if you are driving or cycling?
Car and motorcycle enthusiasts, as well as professional cyclists have long been using special holders for smartphones and tablets. They are convenient in that they free their hands, and the device screen is always in front of your eyes. There are many models that differ in the installation of the holder and attachment of the gadget to it, usability and design. To understand which one you need, you need to figure out how the holders for smartphones and tablets differ.
What makes smartphone and tablet holders different
Mounting location
What do you want to use the holder for? Where do you want to attach it? This is the first question to ask when choosing a holder.If you spend a lot of time at the table, where you work in parallel, view various content, eat, then you should choose among the desktop holders. They will conveniently position your smartphone or tablet in a standing position so that the device screen is in front of your eyes. It's like textbook holders at school (remember those?), Only modern and stylish.
For motorcyclists and cyclists, there are handlebar mounts. Considering the peculiarities of riding a motorcycle or bicycle, it is better that the gadget is fixed as tightly as possible. Therefore, such holders do not allow you to raise the device high so that it is in front of your eyes - it fits snugly against the steering wheel. But it won't jump out!
For motorists, there are a number of options for attaching the holder to the car. Using a variety of mechanics, manufacturers make holders that mount to the windshield, dashboard, dashboard, ventilation grill, CD slot, cup holder, headrest, etc. It remains only to choose a convenient place in which the gadget will always be in front of your eyes. It is also important that the charging cable reaches the cigarette lighter.
Device parameters
Unfortunately or fortunately, not all holders are universal. Some are made for certain device models (this is especially true for the iPhone), and some for the type of devices (for example, a smartphone, tablet, GPS-navigator). In the first version - no problems, but in the second, you still need to take into account the holder's parameters. They may have restrictions on the weight of the gadget (magnetic mounts), as well as the characteristics of the minimum and maximum screen diagonal (for “crab” mounts and with an adjustable clip).
Device mounting methods
There are two main ways of attaching a gadget to the holder: mechanical and magnetic. Each of them has several subspecies.Mechanical method - this is the fastening of the device to the holder using clamps. There are several subspecies of such an attachment.
"Crab" is a fastener that clamps the device as if in a vice. There are "crabs" with upper and lower clamping, as well as clamping on the sides. The first option is more versatile, but the second is more reliable. Most often, such clamps are adjustable, that is, any device can be inserted into the holder that is suitable in terms of weight and screen diagonal.
Sometimes there are universal holders made of flexible material with which you can "wrap" the device. Usually, these options are stylish and beautiful, but not suitable for use in places where the smartphone can fly out from shaking (for example, in a car).
A motorcycle and bicycle handlebar mount is usually a transparent, zip-around cover. This is the safest and most reliable way of fastening, since the gadget will not fall out of such a cover on any bump. However, the transparent film of the cover can be inconvenient: it can be unpleasant to the touch or shine in the sun.
Magnetic way - when the device is "magnetized" to the holder. The main advantage of such fasteners is the ability to easily remove the gadget and put it in place.
There are three subspecies of such an attachment.
Clip magnet are holders specially designed for certain devices, fastening to which is carried out by means of "magnetising" a special back panel, which is pre-attached to the device. This is a reliable mount, but its main disadvantage is that your gadget will always have this back panel. This option is best suited for professional drivers.
A metal pad on a smartphone that "attaches" to the holder. Not only is this option much less reliable than the previous one, but also an overlay will always be glued to the gadget.
"Magnetisation" of the gadget itself. Not the safest way, but no smartphone overlays are needed.
Holder mounting methods
The holders are attached by a variety of mechanics.
For starters, it should be said that desktop holders may not be attached at all: they just stand on the surface. But there are rubberized and silicone options that will ensure the stability of the stand - this option can already be used in a car on a dashboard.
Motorcycle and bicycle handlebar mounts are mechanical clips that can be screwed to any handlebar diameter. However, if it is not firmly secured, it may start to dangle.
The attachment to the windshield, dashboard and dashboard is a suction cup. It stays firmly on a flat surface and is unlikely to ever fall off. For greater reliability, there are suction cups with a silicone-helium base.
Attachment to the ventilation grill is a clothespin that is securely attached to the ventilation. Minus - you will not have to use this lattice for its main purpose.
CD Slot Mount - Sturdy and secure mount. However, you will have to pull it out every time you want to change the disk.
Headrest Mount - a mechanical clip that attaches the gadget to the back of the headrest. An ideal find for the convenience of passengers.
360 degree rotation
This parameter is important in order to position the screen of the device as conveniently as possible. There are simply rotating stands, as well as holders with a long flexible support.Cable holder
This is no longer a mount, but an added bonus. If you have a long cable and want to optimize it neatly, you should pay attention to these holders.Criterias of choice
For indoor use on a flat surface fit
A car holder for a smartphone is an accessory that a driver should definitely not spare money for. In the future, the purchase of this accessory will pay off "a hundredfold", and here's why: first of all, the motorist will not have to pay traffic fines for talking on the phone while driving - the driver will be able to use mobile communications in the Hands-Free; secondly, a tablet or smartphone fixed with a car holder will successfully replace the navigator, which means that the driver will not need to spend money on additional equipment.
There are a huge number of car holders of various modifications on the market, and not all of them are capable of boasting outstanding quality. Therefore, it is important for the driver to know what criteria should be used to choose a car holder for a tablet or a smartphone, so as not to be disappointed in the purchase.
When choosing, you need to rely mainly on design features - and for this it is important to know the general scheme of the car holder. The car holder consists of 3 elements:
- Retaining plate-clamp. The gadget is fixed in the retainer.
- Car attachment system.
- Leg (rod) used to connect the elements mentioned above. Some models do not have a leg.
Before buying a car holder, a motorist must carefully consider each of its elements and draw a conclusion about how convenient this accessory model will be for him.
Mounting methods in the cabin
The most common way to attach a holder to a car is on a vacuum suction cup to the glass .
To some extent, this mounting method is convenient: the holder is easy to install and remove, there is no risk of damage to the interior. However, the disadvantages of this option are "above the roof". First of all, the area of \u200b\u200bthe windshield where such a holder can be placed is very limited. If a motorist glues a suction cup to the top or middle of the windshield and inserts a tablet into the holder, it is quite obvious that a significant sector of the view of the outside will be lost, and this increases the risk of a road accident. Second minus using a suction cup - unreliability... Contamination of the glass and the suction cup itself negatively affects the strength of the fastening; over time, the holder will just start to fall off.
You can fix the holder and on the dashboard - the front panel of the car. According to many drivers, this mounting method is the most convenient.
Holders on the dashboard, as a rule, have a very compact size and, therefore, do not obstruct the motorist's view. In addition, many of these holders are equipped with a wide range of adjustments - the driver can tilt the smartphone to any degree and even turn the gadget towards the passenger in the front seat, so that, for example, it is more convenient for him to watch a movie.
To fix the smartphone on the front panel, holder-mats are often used. Of course, such holders cannot boast of reliability and solid appearance, but they have a very attractive price. In Chinese online stores, you can find rugs for only 9 rubles.
Mount holders are popular with motorists on the air duct grille... Such holders are relieved of the bar-leg - the clamp of the mobile device is attached to the edges of the lattice by means of lugs-clothespins.
The main advantage of this mounting method is its strength... The design of the air duct holder does not imply any velcro or suction cups - therefore, the risk of the smartphone falling along with the holder and breaking is minimal. This type of car holder is compact and does not block the driver's view.
However, the holders for the duct also have disadvantages. First of all, a gadget placed in such a holder can overlap the option control keys, secondly, the driver is forced to look too far down the road to obtain the necessary information.
An interesting way is to mount on a telescopic bar... The bar is adjustable in length and is attached with hooks to the front seat pillars.
Such a holder is intended for the entertainment of passengers in the rear seats - children or, for example, large bosses who are transported on official vehicles.
The most unfortunate type of holders is with attachment to the cigarette lighter socket... Such models are rare, but still found on sale.
Why is it better to refuse to buy such an accessory?
- It will be simply inconvenient to look at the information on the gadget placed in the car holder - you have to bend over.
Using a cigarette lighter mount can result in vehicle breakdown and costly repairs. It is much more profitable to prevent the occurrence of a breakdown by purchasing a car holder with a different mounting system - albeit at a higher price.
Methods for fixing a mobile device
All car holders can be classified into two large groups: universal and special... Special accessories are produced by gadget manufacturers; they are designed for specific models of mobile devices. Universal holders are equipped with regulated clamps, as a result of which any devices are placed in them - "from small to large". Manufacturers of mobile devices, of course, insist that motorists use only original accessories - they claim that universal devices wash the ends of gadgets, weakly fix devices, and besides, they still look "so-so." However, motorists themselves pay more attention to the cons. special holders:
- Original accessories are significantly more expensive - 2-3 times.
- In case of buying a new "mobile phone", you will have to purchase a new holder "in addition" - and think about what to do with the old one.
Therefore, drivers often prefer to take Chinese holders with adjustable clamps. This is a very sensible decision: in fact universal accessories are not so badas manufacturers of original devices try to present them, and Chinese production has long ceased to be a sign of poor quality.
The most common type of auto holder lock is crab... A mobile device in such a holder is placed on a support and secured with side clips:
This fixing method is the most convenient - especially if the clamps are spring-loaded for expansion. The user just needs to press the blocking button - the clamps are loosened, and the gadget is in the hand. If the clamps are spring loaded in compression, you have to put more force in order to remove the smartphone - most likely, the driver will be forced to use both hands.
When buying a car holder with a "crab", be sure to check if there are soft rubber pads on the clamps. Such pads prevent the appearance of scratches on the body of the gadget.
The bird's paw three-point lock is less common than the crab - which is a pity, because this mount is also quite reliable. The smartphone is placed on two supports and is fixed on the upper end using an adjustable latch.
The creators quickly made a clawed paw out of a bird's paw - a very attractive accessory for bright individuals.
The original way to mount a mobile device - on a magnet... Magnetic car holders look stylish and are quite comfortable - for the reason that they are small and practically invisible.
However, magnetic holders are not without their drawbacks. Their disadvantages include the following:
- A large device cannot be fixed - the strength of a magnet is hardly enough to hold a 10-inch tablet.
- The mount is rather fragile - during sharp turns and bumps, the mobile device may fall.
- The magnet can only hold gadgets with metal cases. As for the rest of smartphones, you will have to sculpt special stickers on their back faces. It is clear that the owners of expensive gadgets will not be delighted with the need sculpt something.
- Magnetic holders are more expensive than other types of holders. Even on Chinese sites, the price tag is set at 400-500 rubles.
Alas, for motorists who prefer the reliability of showiness, it is better to refuse to purchase car holders with magnets.
Exotic option - retainer with many silicone suction cups.
Such a holder looks, of course, original, but in fact it is quite impractical. First of all, it will only be possible to securely fix it with gadgets with a perfectly flat back surface, secondly, there is a high probability that the sticky base will quickly "come to naught" and the holder will be useless. For these reasons, it is better to bypass holders with suction cups.
Do I need to pay attention to the additional functions of carholders?
Availability of additional functions do not do it considers as the main criterion for choosing a car holder. Moreover, many additional functions contribute to a significant increase in the cost of accessories. What functions are we talking about? Qi, then its owner will probably be confused by the price of the accessory - the holder presented above from Samsung, for example, costs almost 5 thousand rubles! It will be much cheaper for the user to purchase an external battery and fix the smartphone with the battery in the "crab" clip.
Some holders are capable of performing the functions of an FM transmitter and a headset in addition to the main one Hands-Free... There are few such devices - as an example, we can give Promate FM14.
This holder has a built-in cable 3.5-Jackthat can be connected to the AUX output of any mobile device. Also Promate FM14 equipped with a microphone. By activating the microphone and connecting the cable, the user will receive Hands-Free and be able to chat on the phone without risking being fined.
However, the owner of the company Promate again, there are a couple of serious disadvantages: first of all, it is attached to the cigarette lighter - the disadvantages of such accessories have already been mentioned above, secondly, buy holder Promate "Will fly into a pretty penny" - its cost is about 1,500 rubles.
Conclusion
When choosing a car holder, the driver should put "at the forefront" reliability and safety - and in the second place think about how original the accessory looks and how it will fit into the interior of the car. There is no need to chase fashion and purchase a magnetic holder - such an accessory is effective, but not effective. In addition, you should not buy a holder with a lot of extra "bells and whistles" - it will be a waste of money.
The most reliable option for smartphone - this is a holder with a "crab" lock, attached to the air duct grill. If necessary, place in a car the tablet it is better to fix the holder not on the air duct, but using a vacuum suction cup.
When a car enthusiast is going to fix a smartphone in his car, he will certainly face questions:which phone holder in mashinu is the best,
how to fix the holder in the car,
will this holder fit my smartphone and so on. In fact, everything is not so difficult.The best smartphone holder is the one that suits you the most! All Ppyple products are of the same high quality and you need to choose a model based on the characteristics of your car and tasks.
In general, this accessory is becoming more and more popular. It is used by almost all taxi drivers who take orders for smartphones; in large cities it is impossible to bypass traffic jams without a GPS navigator, so drivers install a smartphone in the holder, which is used as a GPS navigator. You can simply use the auto holder to determine the location of your device, so as not to search every time where you put it.
In this review, we will outline the main options for mounting and using the holders in conjunction with phones with different screen sizes. Most often, drivers want to fix their smartphone in the car for several tasks:
- using a smartphone as a GPS navigator
- there is simply nowhere to put the phone and the driver wants to assign him a place in the car, so that when he calls, it is easy to find and answer
- the driver often communicates in the car on the phone using a headset and needs to see the caller's number on the screen
So the first thing to consider is - holder and phone compatibility... All Ppyple models can accommodate smartphones with screen sizes up to 5.8 - 6 inches... The vast majority of gadget models fit into this size and there should be no problems with the compatibility of models from different manufacturers of devices. For magnetic, this criterion is measured not in millimeters, but in grams - 350 gr. For the CDView M Plus model - 700 g. So, no matter what generation your iPhone is or what model is Samsung, HTC, Lenovo or Sony, there is always something in the Ppyple lineup that suits you.
There are two ways to attach your phone to the holder:
1.mechanical - in this case the smartphone is physically clamped inside the holder. The disadvantage of this method of attaching a smartphone is that it is not always possible to quickly and easily insert into the holder and remove the smartphone from it
If the plastic of the torpedo is too soft or you can't find a suitable installation site, you can use the windshield to attach the holder. The only possible drawback of this method is that it can interfere with the driver's view. When choosing an installation site, this factor must be taken into account. Often they use a place on the left side of the windshield, which is not required for the driver to view the road.
The Ppyple Dash-Q5 model - "two in one", occupies a special place in the Ppyple series. The convenience of this solution is the ability to place the smartphone in a comfortable place for the driver using an extension rod. The photo shows that the smartphone screen is located in the area of \u200b\u200bthe ventilation grill and does not block the driver's view, it is easily accessible for control
The Air View M magnetic ventilation grille holder (see gallery) belongs to the new Ppyple concept in the same way as the CDView M +. He has the same "magnetic head" on a ball joint, gift wrapping and is designed for smartphones weighing up to 350 grams.
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Mount for the phone in the car in the air duct
The compactness and versatility of this solution allows it to be used in almost any car. The holder is installed on the blade of the air duct grille, usually on the lower one. It is very easy to remove and reinstall. The phone is easily accessible by the driver, no need to reach far.
The photo clearly shows how the Vent-Q5 is installed. As a fastener, it uses a plastic clip covered with silicone, which protects the duct blades from scratches during installation. The smartphone clamp extends up to 90 mm.
Ppyple manufactures a diverse range of grille mounts for "all occasions". They have different smartphone clamps: mechanical and magnetic.
Vent-Clip5, like others from the "Clip" series, has a grip for a mobile phone, which is able to securely hold gadgets in cases and outdated navigators of great thickness due to special rubber inserts.
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The use of modern technical innovations also requires us to change some details in everyday life. For example, using a smartphone in a car will be much more convenient if you fix the device in close proximity to you on a special holder. Thus, you can not only easily answer the call, but also benefit from navigation programs or other similar applications. In this article, we will consider the most common cell phone mounts that allow you to conveniently fix it in the car interior.
Some phone holders are equipped with a suction cup, which greatly expands the possibilities of installing such a stand, even on uneven surfaces. Over time, the suction cups lose their stickiness a little and do not fix well, but this can always be corrected by rinsing them in warm water (the liquid will wash away all dirt and settled fats). This type of cell phone holder is well thought out, and all buttons or ports of most gadget models will be fully accessible without being covered by the elements of the device. In addition, various fixing options allow you to fix the phone to the windshield or even to the dashboard, but any other convenient places in the car will be inaccessible. 
The advantages of using this particular option include the ease of installation and the absence of the need to make any changes to the interior elements, while the main disadvantage of this type of mount for the phone is the sensitivity to the peculiarities of the placement.For example, if the glass of the car is located at a strong slope, then it will be possible to fix the suction cup only in its upper part. It is also inconvenient to use and too long bracket, because when the car is moving, it strongly shakes the smartphone.
Important!When choosing a suction cup holder, pay attention to the thickness of the rubber from which it is made. In the cold season, too thick material will quickly lose its elasticity, and the holder will simply fall off the glass.
Phone clip with flexible cord
This option for placing your phone in your car will bring you a lot more problems than benefits. Despite the fact that it allows you to fix the phone almost anywhere in the vehicle without the need for glue or suction cups, while driving, such holders will create a lot of noise, blocking the air flow coming out of the deflector. Considering that the clothespin is most often attached to the heater grill, which has many thin blinds, you better not drive over pits and bumps, as strong shaking can break the mount.
Among the advantages of using the clip is the ability to rotate the phone 360 \u200b\u200bdegrees (made possible by the flexible cord), but this does not make it unique either. Therefore, attaching the phone to the deflector or to any other place using this method is not the best solution to the problem of placing a smartphone in the car.
Phone holder for steering wheel
The phone mount on the steering wheel of a vehicle is a fairly simple design in which the platform for the gadget consists of two black plastic plates that fit into each other. They have a spring inside that allows you to use a holder for phones of various widths, holding them from the bottom and top with silicone rollers.
You won't have to figure out how to install such a phone holder in your car for a long time. Mounting on the handlebars is carried out using a silicone loop, at the end of which there is a plastic pedal. By pushing it down, you can remove the holder from the steering wheel.
Among the disadvantages of this type of fastener, it is worth highlighting the limited visibility of devices on the dashboard (in particular, the speedometer readings are poorly visible, which can easily lead to a fine for speeding), the appearance of a feeling of motion sickness at the initial stages of using the device, which arises from the rotation of the phone together with the steering wheel of the vehicle. In addition, if the power cord is connected to the phone, the cord often wraps around the steering wheel when cornering. True, this does not always happen.
Bracket that is adjustable
Another option for holding the phone while moving in a vehicle. The adjustable bracket attaches to the ventilation grill and fits smartphones with different body widths. The gadget is inserted between two restraints, one of which slides down, thereby providing the space the phone needs. The advantages of using this type of fastening include the compactness of the fastener itself and the ease of installing the phone, well, among the minuses, the same disadvantages are highlighted as in the case of the clip: noise, knocking and the possibility of breaking the holder installation site.
There are so many phone holders in the car that you can't immediately choose which one is better. Some of them are similar to each other, and some are radically different from their own kind. The last option is a ball on a magnet made of steel and covered with a layer of processed aluminum. 3M® VHB ™ bonding material is applied to the ball base underneath to provide a secure attachment to the dashboard surface. The bonding layer is absolutely harmless for the holder's attachment point, so it can be dismantled without any problems.
The second element that is included in the design of this attachment is a magnetic washer, which remains on the ball base and holds the device by means of magnetic attraction. Thanks to it, it is possible to change the angle of inclination of the mount.
The third component is a metal plate that is glued to the phone using 3M® VHB ™. It is she who is attracted to the magnetic ball and reliably fixes the gadget in one position. The silicon core guarantees a smooth glide and a durable fit, so you can easily move your phone from vertical to horizontal, while changing the angle.
If you do not know how to attach a phone holder to a dashboard, or all the previously purchased accessories did not meet your requirements, we recommend that you turn your attention to a completely new development in the field of such inventions. It is based on the capabilities of a powerful neodymium magnet. You need to install a special ring on the phone (tablet), and place the magnetic holder itself (made of metal) in the car. After that, as soon as the smartphone is near the mount, the magnet previously installed on its cover will be attracted to the latch and ensure tight contact with it. The rubber core ensures maximum contact between the two surfaces, guaranteeing 360% comfortable rotation of the device.
Most often, this car phone holder is installed on the control panel, and its main advantage is the ease of mounting and further positioning of the device. As for the shortcomings, the main one is the impossibility of repeated movement of the stand on the dashboard (the material from which the mount is made is intended for single use).
Flexible phone cover
If you know well what a standard smartphone holder is, then when you see a flexible panel (mat), you will immediately understand that it is somewhat different from the usual devices. It does not need to be glued or fixed on the dashboard in any other way, because the material of manufacture (silicone) already allows it to stick to the interior trim. The set includes two cables for the stand: a base (with a USB connector) and a magnetic cable with micro USB and Lightning connectors.
The clamps for the phone are installed on the mat, and the micro USB or Lightning connector coming from the magnetic cable is inserted into the smartphone itself. After that, you need to reinstall the cable base.
The USB connector is connected to the charger and the mat is ready for use. There is an LED indicator on the base with which you can see the start of charging. The smartphone is placed between the clips, like on a stand. It is important that all buttons and connectors of the device remain open, and nothing interferes with its full use.
The position of the latches can be easily changed: the smartphone can be installed both horizontally (for example, for navigation), and vertically (for communicating with family and friends). You can also choose the most convenient viewing angle. Such a holder is a universal device, which means it will fit any smartphones, regardless of the screen size.
Standard holders for a cell phone in a car do not always justify confidence, which is why a more practical option is often universal mounts that can be rebuilt to use another gadget within a few seconds. In this case, the phone is fixed in one of three ways:
With the help of magnets, which is not the best option for fixing, since the smartphone may fall from time to time.
By means of a cone clamp (already a more reliable mounting option, just check right away how easy it is to get the phone).
With the help of polyurethane legs, which can be moved apart according to the dimensions of a particular device. As in the previous version, there may be problems with the seizure of the gadget. Of course, this method of attaching a smartphone is also not without its drawbacks, but with all this it is a good alternative to non-universal holders.
Car mounts for phones come in many different shapes and designs, and are often fairly straightforward. This includes a mesh pocket, in which the phone is placed, like in a regular trouser pocket. Such a device is often used not only for placing a smartphone, but also for temporary storage of other small items (cigarettes, keys, etc.). The mesh pocket can be easily mounted on any flat surface, gluing to it with double-sided tape.
How to fix the phone if there is no holder
If you decide not to buy a special device for fixing the phone in the car, or have not been able to figure out how to choose the right holder for the phone in the car, then we suggest considering some options for fixing the phone with the help of improvised means.
1. We use a rubber band.All that is required of you when using this method is to insert an elastic band between the "ribs" of the grill of the salon stove so that the phone can be placed in the two formed loops. Of course, part of the screen will be covered, but the smartphone will be securely fixed.
2. We buy a stationery clip (binder clip). Having bought a regular paper clip, you need to remove the staples from it, bend it and wrap it with thick thread. One part (clothespin) needs to be hooked onto the air duct and fixed with an elastic band, and the second will be used as a fastener for the phone. The advantages of this method include the low cost of the product and the simplicity of execution, but the disadvantage is the complexity of the subsequent removal of the phone and the possibility of a rude impact on the device case, since the thread does not always soften the load. Also, it will not be possible to change the angle of the phone, and any attempt to do this may damage the air duct grille.
3. We use wire for fixing.For those who are willing to sacrifice the integrity of the panel for a good mount for the phone in the car, there is a method based on creating a wire holder. To do this, you will need sturdy stainless steel wire and a drill. Using the prepared tool, it is necessary to drill holes of a suitable diameter in the dashboard, then bend the wire and insert it into these holes. Now all that remains is to hang the phone or tablet by the cover.
Important!This mount is only suitable for tablets in a case-book, but in this case the device is not always securely fixed. Moreover, it can easily block access to the radio.
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