Totemus Posted August 13, 2015 Report Share Posted August 13, 2015 i still struggle to find the best solution to hold the smartphone in the car. Tried several and ended up with the Ram gooseneck, but not very happy with it. What solution did you chose? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickyCheung Posted August 13, 2015 Report Share Posted August 13, 2015 I use a Kenu Airframe and it clips right onto the air vent. dhh3 and Totemus 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobitz68 Posted August 13, 2015 Report Share Posted August 13, 2015 My pocket. With the bluetooth connectivity I don't really have a need to have my phone out... Billy Billy, dhh3 and bfurth 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigtsr Posted August 13, 2015 Report Share Posted August 13, 2015 What he said ^^. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Totemus Posted August 13, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2015 Pocket is great, but I personally don't feel comfortable feeling something sized iPhone 6 sitting in the pocket. Besides, I use the phone for nav, to stream music and as escort radar display. So need the device in a plain view. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobitz68 Posted August 13, 2015 Report Share Posted August 13, 2015 Radar display eh? Haven't seen that. I use mine for nav too, the voice comes over the speakers and tells me what I need to know while I am streaming over bluetooth. I have a Note 4, so it is much bigger that your iPhone, but I am a big dude, so it doesn't feel uncomfortable in my pocket... In the past I have had window holders that are phone make specific. The phone "plugs" into the holder and charges while on it. Also, placing it on the holder would activate a specific set of apps that you determine are useful when driving. I would be surprised if there isn't something like that available for the iPhone. It may cost a bit more, but it is worth it if you want a quality phone holder. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B4ZINGA Posted August 13, 2015 Report Share Posted August 13, 2015 The cubby under the radio, or the cupholder. Although I can control the phone without ever taking it out of my pocket, it helps the microphone catch my voice if it's out. Besides, even when I say "OK, Google Now, Navigate to the Landing Strip Gentleman's Clu... err Kroger!" I still have to enter the unlock sequence before she pulls up the directions. Kind of annoying that they advertise it be controlled without hitting the wake button, but it still needs to be unlocked if it needs you to pick options... One of these days I'll get a mount that sits on top of the dash and grips its (no sticky pads) so I can have the nav screen in view. My buddy has a Nexus 6 on a magnetic mount with wireless charging in his 2015 200... and it looks ridiculous with such a big phone blocking the windshield lol. dhh3 and BlindSquirrel 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigtsr Posted August 13, 2015 Report Share Posted August 13, 2015 I have a sticky pad on the back of my sunvisor that holds my Samsung Tab 4 for nav. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Totemus Posted August 13, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2015 Radar display eh? Haven't seen that. Yep, phone as display: http://www.amazon.com/Escort-0100014-1-SmartRadar-iPhone-Version/dp/B008LXRA7E I use mine for nav too, the voice comes over the speakers and tells me what I need to know while I am streaming over bluetooth.Siri doesn't like my accent and voice activated systems never understand me Besides, I don't like them telling me what to do I have a sticky pad on the back of my sunvisor that holds my Samsung Tab 4 for nav. This is neat I'm not aware of solutions like app launcher for iPhone. NFC is still not allowed by Apple as well. There some roundabout solutions to make this working, but they are way too more complicated on iPhone. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkeaton Posted August 13, 2015 Report Share Posted August 13, 2015 (edited) I use one that fits in the CD slot. I don't listen to CD's, but if I did, this does not impede the operation of the CD player. I like to be able to see the screen for GPS purposes. http://www.amazon.com/Mpow-Universal-Holder-Rotation-Samsung/dp/B00PC29ETE/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1439475645&sr=8-4&keywords=cd+slot+phone+holder Edited August 13, 2015 by jkeaton dhh3 and Lobitz68 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhh3 Posted August 13, 2015 Report Share Posted August 13, 2015 I have an Insignia. It either sticks to the windshield with a suction cup - too far away, comes with a pad to sit on the dash - doesn't fit the contours of the dash, or clips to the vent. I use the vent clip. It swivels 360 degrees. I have my iPhone 6 clipped to it in portrait view, when I use it for Nav. Otherwise, I just sit it in a cupholder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkeaton Posted August 13, 2015 Report Share Posted August 13, 2015 It amazes me they dont put more "convenient" storage places for electronic devices in cars. I guess they dont want to contribute to distracted driving by having the phone accessible, but then they pack every conceivable option into a touch screen which requires taking your eyes off the road to adjust something..... dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobitz68 Posted August 13, 2015 Report Share Posted August 13, 2015 I use one that fits in the CD slot. I don't listen to CD's, but if I did, this does not impede the operation of the CD player. I like to be able to see the screen for GPS purposes. http://www.amazon.com/Mpow-Universal-Holder-Rotation-Samsung/dp/B00PC29ETE/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1439475645&sr=8-4&keywords=cd+slot+phone+holder CD player is so low in the DJ... Is it actually "in view"? dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkeaton Posted August 13, 2015 Report Share Posted August 13, 2015 I'll snap a pic later but yes, its in perfect view. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhh3 Posted August 14, 2015 Report Share Posted August 14, 2015 Nav units should be at eye level, like the Mopar minivans.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B4ZINGA Posted August 14, 2015 Report Share Posted August 14, 2015 It amazes me they dont put more "convenient" storage places for electronic devices in cars. I guess they dont want to contribute to distracted driving by having the phone accessible, but then they pack every conceivable option into a touch screen which requires taking your eyes off the road to adjust something..... The reason is because the car makers want you to use their system, not someone elses. Apple and Google have run into many roadblocks put in place by the automakers because the automakers are very reluctant to cede control of anything in their product to a third party, even their system sucks big floppy donkey d***. That's why CarPlay and Android Auto haven't been adopted by all automakers, and part of why they're only minor companions and OEM systems still dominated the dashboard. They want you to store your device in the console, hence 12v charge ports, USB ports, and aux. ports are normally in the console or in a cubby below the radio. dhh3 and jkeaton 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redtomatoman Posted August 14, 2015 Report Share Posted August 14, 2015 It amazes me they dont put more "convenient" storage places for electronic devices in cars My DJ has a small pocket on the side of the center console for a phone or small device. There's one on driver and passenger sides. Works well for me since I have Bluetooth and utilize my vehicle screen for Nav and music. I hope my next phone will allow text functionality though. Peace. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkeaton Posted August 14, 2015 Report Share Posted August 14, 2015 My DJ has a small pocket on the side of the center console for a phone or small device. There's one on driver and passenger sides. Works well for me since I have Bluetooth and utilize my vehicle screen for Nav and music. I hope my next phone will allow text functionality though. Peace. Yes, we have these too, but they are too small to hold the phones we have and end up popping out of them. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJElbow Posted October 28, 2015 Report Share Posted October 28, 2015 I use the Scosche Magic Mount. The sticky party is mounted vertically as far right as possible just beneath the silver trim to the right of the rightmost stereo knob. The phone is held to the mount by a magnet so it's really easy to attach and grab without fumbling with any buttons or moving parts. It works great. My phone has never fallen off. Just make sure the metal plate is attached to the outside of your case unless you have a super thin case. dhh3, jkeaton and Totemus 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkeaton Posted October 29, 2015 Report Share Posted October 29, 2015 How big is the part you attach to the phone? dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhh3 Posted October 29, 2015 Report Share Posted October 29, 2015 I just found a no name mount for tablets, from China. I have never ordered anything from China. $7.95 including shipping! Arrived in 5 days! Clips to a center vent. Now I can use my iPad Air instead of my iPhone6 for Nav. jkeaton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bramfrank Posted October 30, 2015 Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 My phone sits in my pocket, where it belongs.The system delivers calls, audio and text messages and such to the uConnect screen and I can generate canned responses - no need to have the phone accessible unless I am looking for gas because the TravelLink feature doesn't work on Canadian vehicles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhareFred Posted October 31, 2015 Report Share Posted October 31, 2015 Ditto. Shirt or jacket pocket dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marc Paulin Posted October 31, 2015 Report Share Posted October 31, 2015 In my jacket pocket or belt holster. If I need to use navigation, then I have this one.. http://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00HUIL310?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00 dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnnyh Posted December 17, 2015 Report Share Posted December 17, 2015 I was trying to decide what phone holder to try but realized the iPhone 5s fits in the pocket to the rear of the arm rest. Same on the passenger side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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