Phone Mount for 8th Gen
Hi all, I'm in the market for a phone mount since I don't have car play in my 2016. I'd like to use my iphone X for navigation/traffic I don't want to pay the monthly cost for SXM Nav info and an updated map. Which brand of mounts are you guys using? I don't typically like suction cup dash/windshield mounts as they never seen to stay in place. Any good alternatives out there? |
I recently dumped XM after about 8 years and just use Pandora in my Altima. I bought this and it works tremendously.
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Toaster, I suggest checking out ProClip. Following link is for the mount. Note you'll also need to buy the device holder for your specific phone from them, which you'll find on this site. I've had in my 2005 Maxima for many years, love it.
https://www.proclipusa.com/product/8...-console-mount https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....6b9825b188.jpg |
Originally Posted by Toaster
(Post 9195465)
Hi all, I'm in the market for a phone mount since I don't have car play in my 2016. I'd like to use my iphone X for navigation/traffic I don't want to pay the monthly cost for SXM Nav info and an updated map. Which brand of mounts are you guys using? I don't typically like suction cup dash/windshield mounts as they never seen to stay in place. Any good alternatives out there? https://www.walmart.com/ip/WizGear-U...ne-6/147742509 |
Originally Posted by compyelc4
(Post 9195474)
I use this one in all my cars. In the Max is clamps solidly into the front right-hand vent over the GPS. Sturdy, does not slip over rough roads, and about $5 bucks in-store Walmart, and is identical to what you'll find on-line here for a couple of $$ more:
https://www.walmart.com/ip/WizGear-U...ne-6/147742509 |
Originally Posted by sschumer
(Post 9195470)
Toaster, I suggest checking out ProClip. Following link is for the mount. Note you'll also need to buy the device holder for your specific phone from them, which you'll find on this site. I've had in my 2005 Maxima for many years, love it.
https://www.proclipusa.com/product/8...-console-mount |
I would recommend APPS2Car. it’s magnetic and goes into CD slot over the main screen. Magnetic Universal CD Slot Car Phone Mount,APPS2CAR CD Player Car Phone Mount Universally Compatible w/Android + iPhoneXS/XS Max/X/8/8Plus+ All In-Car CD Players with Magnetic Phone Car Holder Magnets https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y42RKPF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_TURACb26FZ4YY https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....b56e0534e.jpeg https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....8c0fbc009.jpeg |
The CD slot mounts are great, in my opinion.
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Thanks for the suggestions! I really like the ProClip, but do you find that it's mounted a bit low? The CD slot mounts look good too. Are the phones stable when driving over bumpy roads? I wouldn't want it to fall off and under a seat while driving. |
Originally Posted by Toaster
(Post 9195641)
Thanks for the suggestions! I really like the ProClip, but do you find that it's mounted a bit low? The CD slot mounts look good too. Are the phones stable when driving over bumpy roads? I wouldn't want it to fall off and under a seat while driving. |
Toaster, no, I have never found where ProClip mounts to be too low. I understand how some might prefer their phone higher. But the trade-off is then you're blocking something. The benefit of the ProClip is not only is it more sturdy than most phone holders and seamlessly fits into the interior better than most, but you're not blocking anything whatsoever.
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I worry that the vent clips would break the vent louvers, would make for a very expensive phone mount!
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Originally Posted by Lemonhawk
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I worry that the vent clips would break the vent louvers, would make for a very expensive phone mount!
That crossed my mind when I was looking. The one I bought is pretty padded where it grabs the louvers....Not worried about it breaking anymore. |
Originally Posted by Lemonhawk
(Post 9195737)
I worry that the vent clips would break the vent louvers, would make for a very expensive phone mount!
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Here's the mount I use in my maxima. I typically dont like vent mounts, but this works really well with the maxima. Chord doesn't block the screen either if it's plugged in. Got it on Amazon. Dont have the link,, but it's made by Torras
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....2cc5d4f141.jpg |
Originally Posted by sschumer
(Post 9195670)
Toaster, no, I have never found where ProClip mounts to be too low. I understand how some might prefer their phone higher. But the trade-off is then you're blocking something. The benefit of the ProClip is not only is it more sturdy than most phone holders and seamlessly fits into the interior better than most, but you're not blocking anything whatsoever.
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With the little hinged door open, my phone fits snugly between the door and the right temp adjustment knob, in landscape mode.
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....b4cddd08d1.jpg |
Hey sschumer, thanks for the ProClip info, just got mine and installed it.... It's perfect!
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The only phone mount that I'll use is the Scosche Magic Mount. is a link to the vent one that I use. It mounts perfectly into the vent in my 2018 Maxima and the phone site on the lip below it vertically. If you don't like the vent one then you can order one that sticks to the dash. These are the best looking ones imo. They aren't bulky. They don't stick out a bunch.
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Has anyone bought the Weathertech cup based phone mount. It looks pretty good and I would prefer that over a vent mount.
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Yeah until you make a quick sharp left turn and it ends up in the passenger floor board, been there done that :laugh:
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That sure won't happen with the ProClip, highlighted above.
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