New iPhone Holder Review

3002 tii · 04-06-2013, 05:23 PM

Just picked this up, Mountek cd slot holder off Amazon for $17.95. Reason I like it a lot is because it allows me to use my phone on track (lap timer) without having to mount on windshield where it can be distracting. Also good for regular daily use if I need to use my phone for GPS. I never use the cd slot so no functionality lost, and also allows me to charge my phone without wires dangling.

On a side note I'm a huge Harry's Lap Timer fan / user and his latest version allows picture in picture capabilities with the new GoPro 3. But what's really cool is the next version will allow the user to control the external camera (GoPro) as the primary video, all within HLT. So that means I can control/record with the GoPro from the HLT software (which will ensure my video and lap times are in sync), all while my phone remains secure but out of sight. Plus iPhone connectivity allows me to preview the GoPro without having to purchase the external LCD so I can fiddle with positioning to get the right angle (or change field of view via Settings).

GammaZeta · 04-06-2013, 07:28 PM

LOL, I just got mine 2 days ago.

Great idea and concept, especially for navigation and the GoPro app.

Finnegan · 04-06-2013, 07:58 PM

Sweet!

I'll have to get that mount! Perfect. Go Pro and HLT here too with external engine monitoring fob and external gps. Looking forward to some good data acquisition next track day. New HLT version sounds great.

mousitch · 04-06-2013, 08:05 PM

"and also allows me to charge my phone without wires dangling."

How does that work?

3002 tii · 04-06-2013, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Finnegan

Sweet!

I'll have to get that mount! Perfect. Go Pro and HLT here too with external engine monitoring fob and external gps. Looking forward to some good data acquisition next track day. New HLT version sounds great.

I have the same/similar setup. Using GoPoint bluetooth adapter for OBD data and DualXGPS (also BT) as my antenna. Throw in the GoPro connectivity as the primary recorder in v18 and have yourself quite a powerful data acquisition setup!

Side note - now if I can just find the right external mic for the GoPro so I can place it right next to the exhaust!

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Originally Posted by mousitch

"and also allows me to charge my phone without wires dangling."

How does that work?

Sorry, should have clarified. I meant as opposed to having the phone mounted on the windshield where the wires dangle in front of me (My old setup was like that and I found it annoying having both phone and wires hanging from the center of my windshield).

mousitch · 04-09-2013, 04:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DSC_OFF

I have the same/similar setup. Using GoPoint bluetooth adapter for OBD data and DualXGPS (also BT) as my antenna. Throw in the GoPro connectivity as the primary recorder in v18 and have yourself quite a powerful data acquisition setup!

Side note - now if I can just find the right external mic for the GoPro so I can place it right next to the exhaust!

Sorry, should have clarified. I meant as opposed to having the phone mounted on the windshield where the wires dangle in front of me (My old setup was like that and I found it annoying having both phone and wires hanging from the center of my windshield).

Oh ok. Got it.

intoflatlines · 04-09-2013, 06:35 PM

I have this same phone mount but I replaced the finger screw with a regular Phillips head screw, since I never use my cd slot, and it doesn't block the buttons anymore. It was worse with my last car, because the bottom of the finger screw obscured a sizable portion of my nav screen. It's my favorite phone mount for sure, very solid.

3002 tii · 04-09-2013, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by intoflatlines

I have this same phone mount but I replaced the finger screw with a regular Phillips head screw, since I never use my cd slot, and it doesn't block the buttons anymore. It was worse with my last car, because the bottom of the finger screw obscured a sizable portion of my nav screen. It's my favorite phone mount for sure, very solid.

I like the mount a lot, just worry that the foam pads will lose shape after a while and having an extra set doesn't seem like a long term solution.

kklin · 04-09-2013, 07:58 PM

I had one for a few weeks, then I accidentally knocked my hand on it and broke some plastic piece.

It's now RAM Mount for me. (Which will hold a big Note II).

sipman · 04-09-2013, 08:18 PM

Another super strong option is the Bracketron Universal Hold-it Mini. It's two dovetail pieces: Male and Female. One sticks to the dash, the other to the phone. Won't go anywhere. I use it for my Nokia and Android phones when I use the RaceChrono App. I also have one on the windshield for my bluetooth GPS (10 hertz!).

If you google it, you can see the mount, and my last pack I purchased for for cheap!

Daemonblitz · 04-09-2013, 08:55 PM

This is one of the only mounts that I've liked so far. However I'm not finding the 17.95 one on amazon. I can only see one for 24.95 and it's called the nGroove. Is that the same thing ?

Twisted Six · 04-10-2013, 11:05 AM

Does this mount tend to vibrate or wobble much ? Or is it pretty solid while driving?

3002 tii · 04-10-2013, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Twisted Six

Does this mount tend to vibrate or wobble much ? Or is it pretty solid while driving?

Solid so far, but not track tested yet

silverfishZ4M · 04-10-2013, 12:20 PM

I need that! I get lost in my own neighborhood and my car doesn't have nav. what does the screw in the bottom do? is that what holds it into the cd slot?

3002 tii · 04-10-2013, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by silverfishZ4M

I need that! I get lost in my own neighborhood and my car doesn't have nav. what does the screw in the bottom do? is that what holds it into the cd slot?

Correct as you turn the screw it widens the cd slot to keep it in place

Twisted Six · 04-10-2013, 01:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DSC_OFF

Quote:

Originally Posted by Twisted Six

Does this mount tend to vibrate or wobble much ? Or is it pretty solid while driving?

Solid so far, but not track tested yet

Ok thanks! Just might do this.

marinb · 04-10-2013, 01:58 PM

DSC_OFF, what do you use for your OBDII connection for Harry's Lap Timer?

3002 tii · 04-10-2013, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by marinb

DSC_OFF, what do you use for your OBDII connection for Harry's Lap Timer?

GoPoint OBD Bluetooth version

3002 tii · 04-18-2013, 01:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daemonblitz

This is one of the only mounts that I've liked so far. However I'm not finding the 17.95 one on amazon. I can only see one for 24.95 and it's called the nGroove. Is that the same thing ?

As per Slickdeals,

Meritline.com has Mountek MT5000 Hands Free Car Mount on sale for $24.95 - $8.46 coupon code MLCA17GN = $16.49. Shipping is free.

silverfishZ4M · 04-18-2013, 02:09 PM

thanks, ordered!

Daemonblitz · 04-18-2013, 07:00 PM

Thanks for the link. Unfortunately it looks like they will not ship to Canada.

silverfishZ4M · 05-02-2013, 10:31 PM

I got the mount and it's better than I expected. Great purchase!

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intoflatlines Lieutenant 67 Rep 501 Posts Drives: Z4MR, E34, E30 Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Chicago iTrader: (0)	I have this same phone mount but I replaced the finger screw with a regular Phillips head screw, since I never use my cd slot, and it doesn't block the buttons anymore. It was worse with my last car, because the bottom of the finger screw obscured a sizable portion of my nav screen. It's my favorite phone mount for sure, very solid.
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kklin Second Lieutenant 9 Rep 208 Posts Drives: BMW Z4 M Coupe Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: PA iTrader: (1)	I had one for a few weeks, then I accidentally knocked my hand on it and broke some plastic piece. It's now RAM Mount for me. (Which will hold a big Note II). __________________ *P1Software.com*
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sipman Private First Class 19 Rep 196 Posts Drives: 2007 Z4MC Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Philly iTrader: (1)	Another super strong option is the Bracketron Universal Hold-it Mini. It's two dovetail pieces: Male and Female. One sticks to the dash, the other to the phone. Won't go anywhere. I use it for my Nokia and Android phones when I use the RaceChrono App. I also have one on the windshield for my bluetooth GPS (10 hertz!). If you google it, you can see the mount, and my last pack I purchased for for cheap! __________________
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silverfishZ4M Second Lieutenant 6 Rep 247 Posts Drives: 2007 Z4M Coupe Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: US iTrader: (0)	I need that! I get lost in my own neighborhood and my car doesn't have nav. what does the screw in the bottom do? is that what holds it into the cd slot?
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silverfishZ4M Second Lieutenant 6 Rep 247 Posts Drives: 2007 Z4M Coupe Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: US iTrader: (0)	thanks, ordered!
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silverfishZ4M Second Lieutenant 6 Rep 247 Posts Drives: 2007 Z4M Coupe Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: US iTrader: (0)	I got the mount and it's better than I expected. Great purchase!
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