I have been looking for a good windshield mount for my Droid Razr Maxx for a while and i cant seem to find one that i like. I don't want any that come with any connectors, i just want it to hold the phone. I want a flexible neck, not 2 ball joints. I also want something that will not interfere with the volume or power buttons (i don't care about having access to them, i just don't want the holder to be pressing on them) and i want to be able to rotate the phone on its side. I would also like the ability to use front and rear cameras so i need something that wont block them.
Do you guys have any suggestions?
well i bought the moto car dock on amazon for about 30 bucks. granted it isnt a flexible neck, and it has the power connector, but man I really like it. I also looked and i could attach its cradle to various other bases at Best buy so you might be able to get a flexible neck one there. all buttons and cameras are free and unobstructed on the phone when docked as well.
Thanks man. I didnt know that the Motorola dock was detachable. Is it one of those that has 4 slots on the back and you just slide it up in order to remove it?
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well i bought the moto car dock on amazon for about 30 bucks. granted it isnt a flexible neck, and it has the power connector, but man I really like it. I also looked and i could attach its cradle to various other bases at Best buy so you might be able to get a flexible neck one there. all buttons and cameras are free and unobstructed on the phone when docked as well.
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I was in the market for a car dock too for my maxx. Mine has a otterbox commuter though so I bought a arkon dock off amazon and it works great! It doesn't press the buttons, it's rock solid, and it can attach to your ac vents, any surface, or on your windshield. I have a truck and abuse it and the dock doesn't budge.
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I was in the market for a car dock too for my maxx. Mine has a otterbox commuter though so I bought a arkon dock off amazon and it works great! It doesn't press the buttons, it's rock solid, and it can attach to your ac vents, any surface, or on your windshield. I have a truck and abuse it and the dock doesn't budge.
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I also have an Arkon universal dock (see page here), it does not interfere with the buttons at all, you are able to charge it and use headphone cable if you need to, you can also turn it to use it in landscape mode for navigation or something. Rock solid, no vibrations as long as you tighten the joint up.
I would agree with you buddy but yesterday my joint started to fail and now it slides down on its own when I am driving.
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That sucks man. That's the issue i have with deciding what i want. Anyway, i ordered one of Amazon and i will get it in 2 days. I will let you know how i like it. Thanks.
itsdubai said:
I would agree with you buddy but yesterday my joint started to fail and now it slides down on its own when I am driving.
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It is cheap enough to not worry about and it might have failed since I have a RAZR maxx and commuter otterbox
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I've been using a SlipGrip window mount for the last couple of months and really like it. Build is of good quality-very sturdy, totally adjustable. It's built specifically for this phone in this case but they make many others for other make/model/case combinations. It fits my Razr with the Defender case on it perfectly. All the buttons and ports are accessible. There's even a hole for the camera lens if you need to shoot video while driving.
Highly recommended.
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Is it really that sturdy? I need one that won't move when I drive rough lol.
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Is it really that sturdy? I need one that won't move when I drive rough lol.
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Can't speak to anything off-road but it's fine for regular driving. It doesn't look like it's gonna just snap over nothing if that's what ya mean.
Ok I didn't mean off road I just drive fast thanks for the quick response, I will look into buying one
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I have an otterbox commuter case, and mine snaps right into my stock Garmin
GPS mount. It is actually easier to mount/unmount than the Garmin.
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OK, so i got the Motorola Razr Maxx car dock from Amazon. I freaking love it.
The issue i had was that if the dock was mounted on the windshield it need a long neck so it can be mounted really low on the windshield so it doesn't interfere with my view. So i did manage to get the round disk that comes with this to stick on the curvy dashboard and ended up mounting it there just above the radio.
*Buttons and Cameras not obstructed at all
*Solid construction
*Easy dock un-dock
The one issue that i have is that if i plug in the usb cable to my stereo unit's (Pioneer AVH-P1400DVD) and the on the dock, when i dock my phone wont charge. If i plug it straight to the phone it charges. If i plug the dock on the cigarette lighter 1.5Amp charger it works fine. I'm guessing the dock incrases the resistance and the unit doesnt have enough juice to power it. i will investigate some more and i will let you know.
i had a pretty bad experience with the original motorola dock.
after only a few days in the car it got completely deformed by the heat of the sun...thats just cr*p.
see my thread (with pics) here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1814439
Just got my slip grip in for my commuter and razr maxx. Came in 2 days! Way ahead of schedule and it's built like a tank. Never moves at all when I'm driving wrecklessly Haha. Holds the razr maxx with case tightly and perfectly. Easy to remove too. Btw buy from the slip grip Site and pay for the model that is 5 dollars more expensive
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http://www.arkon.com/mobile-grip/mobile-grip-dashboard-mount-mg178.html
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http://www.arkon.com/mobile-grip/mobile-grip-dashboard-mount-mg178.html
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thats just raping the phone to death lol:laugh: its funny that he's not trying it with his real phone but a dummy
Anyone found one that works with the otterbox defender?
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The slip grip also sells for the defender case I should get paid to advertise for them haha. But mine just works so well. And the arkon is crap. It's laying on floor of my truck.
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Is there a car dock that fits the otterbox defender? I got the iGRIP a week prior, and of course it doesn't fit. Only with tpu cases. So does anybody know of a car dock that will fit it? Yes I could probably hack the **** out if the igrip, but thats not what I'm looking for.
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your best bet is to go universal dock
Had anybody found a universal dock to fit the with the otterbox defender? Or any dock that would fit it for that matter? I just got the mountek universal today in the mail, and you guessed it. Doesn't fit in landscape position.
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Had anybody found a universal dock to fit the with the otterbox defender? Or any dock that would fit it for that matter? I just got the mountek universal today in the mail, and you guessed it. Doesn't fit in landscape position.
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Yes, I have a universal dock that I used with my Evo 4G with or without my Ballistic HC case, and now my Evo 3D with or without my Defender case. I'll try to find it and post a link. It attatches in to a power outlet(charging port) and also gives you a power outlet built in to it so you dont lose an outlet. Depends on your car though as to whether this would work for you or not...
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Yes, I have a universal dock that I used with my Evo 4G with or without my Ballistic HC case, and now my Evo 3D with or without my Defender case. I'll try to find it and post a link. It attatches in to a power outlet(charging port) and also gives you a power outlet built in to it so you dont lose an outlet. Depends on your car though as to whether this would work for you or not...
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Yes please find the link. Or whatever information you can dug up
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http :// cgi. ebay. com/SlipGrip-Car-Mount-HTC-EVO-3D-4G-OtterBox-Defender-/400229881391?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item5d2f8f562f#ht_2415wt_1165
I'm going to try out one of these
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Yes please find the link. Or whatever information you can dug up
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This is the exact one that I have. Mine has padding on the bottom, sides, and on the back. I dont see this one showing any padding on the back, but I imagine that its there. I've had it for a year and have no complaints. The only modification I did was took a black zip-tie and sercured the power port on the dock. You actually dont even notice it, unless you are really looking for it, but it does blend in really well, and you can secure it to face which ever direction works best for you.
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=6672344&CatId=5794
Oh, and this is cheaper than what I paid, I spent over 20 for mine, would do it again too. This mount works perfectly in my car, just the right location
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http :// cgi. ebay. com/SlipGrip-Car-Mount-HTC-EVO-3D-4G-OtterBox-Defender-/400229881391?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item5d2f8f562f#ht_2415wt_1165
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I've seen this guys stuff before. I dont know how(guess he works some where that gives him access to making plastic molds), but he makes his own stuff. It would be nice if he showed pics of the phone/case in the mount...
Thanks guys really appreciate it.
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I've seen this guys stuff before. I dont know how(guess he works some where that gives him access to making plastic molds), but he makes his own stuff. It would be nice if he showed pics of the phone/case in the mount...
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I saw a youtube video of his for his iphone 4 dock and it really snapped into placed well and seemed to hold the phone very snugly.
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http :// cgi. ebay. com/SlipGrip-Car-Mount-HTC-EVO-3D-4G-OtterBox-Defender-/400229881391?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item5d2f8f562f#ht_2415wt_1165
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I would also love to hear about your experience with this. I am more than likely getting the Defender for my 3VO, but really want a car mount that'll handle it.
Really wish I could find something like the Defender, but instead of a holster it had a belt clip with an attachable knob for the case to attach a belt clip, like http://www.amazon.com/Body-Glove-Elements-Snap-Sprint/dp/B002XIWKQ4 for the CDMA Hero.
It's just going to be really uncomfortable to still be wearing the entire holster on my belt while the phone is in the dock in my car. Gonna be a slight hassle also if I had to take the holster off every time I got into and out of the car.
I may be nitpicking, but I suppose everyone has their quirks.
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I would also love to hear about your experience with this. I am more than likely getting the Defender for my 3VO, but really want a car mount that'll handle it.
Really wish I could find something like the Defender, but instead of a holster it had a belt clip with an attachable knob for the case to attach a belt clip, like http://www.amazon.com/Body-Glove-Elements-Snap-Sprint/dp/B002XIWKQ4 for the CDMA Hero.
It's just going to be really uncomfortable to still be wearing the entire holster on my belt while the phone is in the dock in my car. Gonna be a slight hassle also if I had to take the holster off every time I got into and out of the car.
I may be nitpicking, but I suppose everyone has their quirks.
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Have you carried a phone in a holster before? Maybe is just me, but i never even notice the holster, assuming it's in the right spot. I carry my phone in a Defender, holstered, Mon-Fri and in pocket on weekends.
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Believe it or not my Garmin 255W GPS window car mount fits the tabs on the sides of my defender. Its not super tight but stayed the entire 3hr trip to Cleveland I made this past weekend road bumps and all.
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http :// cgi. ebay. com/SlipGrip-Car-Mount-HTC-EVO-3D-4G-OtterBox-Defender-/400229881391?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item5d2f8f562f#ht_2415wt_1165
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I've used these things on my Evo 4g and the work great. I just got one for my 3d with the defender case and my only problem is it's a little snug with the usb cable plugged in. I basically have to remove the cable before I remove it from the holder.
goto ebay and search slipgrip 3d otterbox defender and you'll get all the options
now all I have to do is find a new holster for the defender because I broke off the belt loop
Has anyone been able to use their Car Dock with the Otterbox Commuter case on? It just barely sits on the Micro USB connector......but not quite enough to launch the Dock software. UGHHH.....this really sucks!!!!
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Has anyone been able to use their Car Dock with the Otterbox Commuter case on? It just barely sits on the Micro USB connector......but not quite enough to launch the Dock software. UGHHH.....this really sucks!!!!
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it's what thwarted me from buying the otterbox...
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it's what thwarted me from buying the otterbox...
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REALLY stinks man....got my car dock this morning, Otterbox was in the mailbox when I got home from work....put it on...went to pop it in the truck.....DOH!!!
shave it a bit on the left side
Ha!! Don't think I haven't contemplated many different things already. I've already sliced off the little rubber door that covered the Micro/HDMI ports with a razor blade.
Does anyone have any suggestions for how to properly outfit their X2 while running? I've found that keeping it in my pocket causes it to fly around much more than I am comfortable with. Has anyone tried an armband for it? Thank you.
I would suggest Seidio. I'm not sure I'd they have an arm band one, bur I've got their active case with a soft shell, then a hard shell around it. I've gone longboarding down hills and crash while holding my X2 and its been completely fine! Even if it files out! And the case handles scratches well, its harder to see scratches on case. I'd say go with that if you can't find an arm band.
GO WINGS!!!!!
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I remember seeing an armband made for the droid X and i was considering getting it but I don't like to take mine out of the case much and it only fits a naked X/X2 so i decided against it (i carry mine in my hand while jogging)
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Duct tape... head phones/ear buds with long cord and put it in your pocket?
hard/soft case.
otterbox commuter ftw
Lycan84 said:
Duct tape... head phones/ear buds with long cord and put it in your pocket?
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This method will with lmao love this.
You can make you own I guess. Get the elastic bands and stuff.
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I was using a modified iPhone armband (had to cut slits a little bit) until I put a case on the X2 ... now I have to pocket it. :-\
Arm Band-Droid X & X2
I own one of these arm bands..works great, the band will hold the Droid X & X2, the phone slips down inside the clear covering, with very little extra space, I do have the thin black slip-on case that Verizon sales, but anything any larger will not work..The band is made very well, nice stitching, large Velcro strap, durable buckles, I would recommend this band to anyone, as long as you understand, No Kraken's, or Cyclops's..LOL
Go to EBay and search the description I have below
Sport Armband Case for Motorola Droid 2 3 X2 X Bionic XT875 Targa RAZR HD XT910
Hope this helps someone..lol
Does anyone know if the docking station will work with an otter box on the razor
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It won't.
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Both docks available for the RAZR say they work with cases. They even have plastic inserts that they tell you to remove if you're using a case on your phone.
In reality, most cases won't do the trick because the ports on the dock are not long enough to seat fully. The Otterbox commuter almost makes it. I don't think the defender has a ghost's chance.
I'm just hoping someone works out the hardware side of things so that we can have webtop/car dock features with cable hacks instead of software hacks.
It will fit but you have to mod the HD Dock. I am using TPU case by Distronic and I shave some material using Dramel tools near the ports where the case made contact with the dock.
Has anybody found a good car dock for this? I've been using this one http://amzn.com/B0089VO7HE which I like quite a lot, but the charge port is obscured by those rests at the bottom. Also I think the One max is a bit too heavy for it, as it slowly angles down with time.
Anybody find a good car dock that works well with the One max? Most I find are either really bulky, with a bunch of adjustable joints, or would cover up the charge port or buttons on the side. Verizon's website says this http://www.verizonwireless.com/accessories/windshield-mount fits it, but I was curious if anybody had found any others before I went ahead and bought this. All the reviews say this one seems to bounce around quite a lot as you drive.
I had a Ibolt with my note 2 and it worked great; no bouncing or shifting.
Dont know if they have one for the max yet, but here is what it looks like. You can email or call them and see though..
http://www.amazon.com/iBolt-Vehicle...qid=1386777299&sr=1-3&keywords=ibolt+car+dock
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I had a Ibolt with my note 2 and it worked great; no bouncing or shifting.
Dont know if they have one for the max yet, but here is what it looks like. You can email or call them and see though..
http://www.amazon.com/iBolt-Vehicle...qid=1386777299&sr=1-3&keywords=ibolt+car+dock
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That looks pretty sweet. Looking at the one for the Galaxy S3/S4/Note 2/Note3 (http://amzn.com/B00AOCSFYC) it looks like it might work fine for the One max. You'd have to face the phone the other way so the top mount wasn't touching the power/volume buttons, but that shouldn't be a big deal.
they have a website and an 800 number you can call and ask about it
http://www.ibolt.co/ibxh-33602
HTC is coming out with the Car Dock soon.
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HTC is coming out with the Car Dock soon.
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http://www.mobicity.com/htc-one-max-car-kit.html#.UrIVOvRDtSc
Mine just shipped out today from here.
nice, but a bit pricey at 66 bucks....
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That looks pretty sweet. Looking at the one for the Galaxy S3/S4/Note 2/Note3 (http://amzn.com/B00AOCSFYC) it looks like it might work fine for the One max. You'd have to face the phone the other way so the top mount wasn't touching the power/volume buttons, but that shouldn't be a big deal.
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might want to be careful with getting one designed for samsung devices since they have a tendency to flip the usb port
i use the same one i used with my dna, which looks to be the same general design. and all i do is slide the phone over a little so the top brace doesnt sit on the power button
http://www.amazon.com/iBOLT-xProDock-Kit-for-HTC/dp/B00AOCUP6S
FWIW I just kept my Samsung dock (http://amzn.com/B0089VO7HE) and broke off the bottom right support, which was blocking the USB charge port on the One max. It doesn't look as good, but I melted the plastic with a lighter to remove most of the rough edges, so at least it's now functional, and can handle my DNA or my One max.
I sold my dock for my note 2 on Ebay when I got this phone..
wondering if there are any other car dock options out there, reasonably priced..
thanks!
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nice, but a bit pricey at 66 bucks....
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But can you put the phone in the HTC dock while the case is on it? I have this case http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00G1PI73K/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I ordered this dock a few days ago; less than 1/2 the price, and it looks like it will fit with a case on the phone, as long as its 3.4 inches or less in total width..
Do people not have many tried and trusted docks they use? I'm using a universal tablet phablet car holder which is rubbish. It was fine back when I had a iPad mini. And my Xperia ZU because they had bigger bezels around screen but with this the 3 hooks take up a cm on phone plus its off centre as hooks would touch power button and vol. Do people have solutions. I have a HTC flip case at present and will most likely get a power flip case. But want a holder to allow for that.
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I got this Proclip Extra Large Adjustable and hopefully won't have to get another even if my next phone is slightly bigger. It fits my One Max nicely with a TPU case and some room for growth. It says Note 2 and 3 which just means it's big. The phone slides in/out easily and has a little room in the back for air flow. No problem plugging/unplugging the charger.
The seller Crogs571 has been around these forums for a while and I've bought a couple other things from him.
I've got the HTC dock, it's nice but does not support any case on your phone so that kills it for many people
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I made my own dock with an old gps support and the belt otterbox defender support ...