Accessories Vibrant Car Mount

[benjiv]

Does anyone know any good universal or vibrant specific car mounts? Now that Google maps has a 3d driving map when not navigating, I would love to have that up all the time when driving, and balancing my current android on my Prius pull our drawer thing just sucks.

 

[Puraw Wave]

This is the only one I know of: Car Kits - Cell Phones | SAMSUNG

Looks like it's out of stock though. :\

 

[adamcooks]

I use the universal one from radio shack. clips on my vent. works great

 

[Doyer]

Arkon makes a car mount that's compatible with the Vibrant"

Mega Grip Mount for superphones

YouTube - Dashboard Mount for Samsung Galaxy S, Apple iPhone 4, Motorola Droid X | Arkon SM412

I personally like the vent mount, but the bundle in the youtube video is cool because you get 2 options. These are a more versatile, cheaper alternative to the official dock or some custom mounts, especially if you already have a car charger and use a case on your phone.

 

[yatimameiji]

This is the only one I know of: Car Kits - Cell Phones | SAMSUNG

Looks like it's out of stock though. :\

Hey I've been lookin for that. The whole site says out of stock because they just posted all of these items like a week or two ago. I'm sure they will announce when these accessories will be available. Oh and did anyone notice the microusb to hdmi cable? hehe take that Evo!

 

[VegasTouch]

They have some on ebay too. Here is an auction with a variety pack 9 IN 1 CASE BATTERY CHARGER FOR Samsung Vibrant T959 - eBay (item 320569880643 end time Aug-02-10 16:31:37 PDT)

 

[aci78]

Just like someone else suggested, I picked up a universal mount with both suction cup for windshield and the clip for the vent, for $20. Works great, and my reception now that I have a clear shot at the sky is much, much better. More consistant, too. Signal bar doesn't jump around like it did when I had it just laying on my passenger seat. Well worth the $20.

 

[Doyer]

Just like someone else suggested, I picked up a universal mount with both suction cup for windshield and the clip for the vent, for $20. Works great, and my reception now that I have a clear shot at the sky is much, much better. More consistant, too. Signal bar doesn't jump around like it did when I had it just laying on my passenger seat. Well worth the $20.

Did you get the Arkon one I posted or another one?

 

[96redformula]

I just got this one and it works alright

Amazon.com: Arkon Removable Air Vent Mount for Mobile Phone and Smartphones…

I am sure there are better out there, but for $10 it holds the phone firmly in place. The mount to the vents itself has a "loose" feel to it, but it doesn't seem to be able to come off.

 

[fjweinbk]

I got mine for $3.00 vent clip on ebay. Universal Car Windshield Vent Holder Mount Cell Phone - eBay (item 320562279200 end time Aug-14-10 19:02:20 PDT)

 

[heybk]

I bought the Arkon SM412 after seeing Doyer's post about it. I wasn't really interested in the vent mount simply because I don't want my vents to be blocked.
The friction dashboard works well but not superb on at least my dashboard, maybe because it's not completely flat, so there's less contact area, I'm confident it would hold if i installed the hook however.
The way the grip holds the phone is pretty good, leaves space so you can reach the lock and volume controls and it holds solid. Overall I'm satisfied with it .

 

[llblwskydrgn]

Great pics! Thanks, after looking at them and reading your thoughts on the Arkon, I definitely feel more comfortable with purchasing that item.
The phone is an expensive piece of gadgetry and I didn't want to take any risks. =)

 

[Doyer]

heybk, nice pics, looks good!

 

[robo21]

Thank you for the photos and review heybk... Very nice.

 

[vuvision]

If I don't have the snap on case on my Vibrant, I would get this one, made specifically for Galaxy S.

Windscreen Car Mount for Samsung i9000 Galaxy S - eBay (item 190409500795 end time Aug-24-10 02:06:56 PDT)

Vent mount version

Car Vent Mount for Samsung i9000 Galaxy S - eBay (item 190409501312 end time Aug-24-10 02:08:41 PDT)

 

[llblwskydrgn]

I think the Arkon is the best deal when bought from amazon because you can get it with different mounting options. I'm hoping to order all my accessories soon, it's gonna be a giant amazon order! =)

 

[Doyer]

I think the Arkon is the best deal when bought from amazon because you can get it with different mounting options. I'm hoping to order all my accessories soon, it's gonna be a giant amazon order! =)

Yeah, I got the Arkon air vent mount and am really happy with it. It's out of the way but there when I need it.

YouTube - Removable Air Vent Mount for Motorola Droid 2, Droid X, Samsung Galaxy S, and More | Arkon SM429-SBH

 

[m4r10]

If I don't have the snap on case on my Vibrant, I would get this one, made specifically for Galaxy S.

Windscreen Car Mount for Samsung i9000 Galaxy S - eBay (item 190409500795 end time Aug-24-10 02:06:56 PDT)

Vent mount version

Car Vent Mount for Samsung i9000 Galaxy S - eBay (item 190409501312 end time Aug-24-10 02:08:41 PDT)

Dang! this one would be pretty sweet but I just don't trust it if it's not from the US or at least Canada. Who knows how much shipping will be from Honk Kong too.

 

[vuvision]

Dang! this one would be pretty sweet but I just don't trust it if it's not from the US or at least Canada. Who knows how much shipping will be from Honk Kong too.

Shipping is free. Seller has over a thousand feedbacks with 98% positive rating. You'll be fine, I have ordered many items from HK, China & Korea vendors with no problem. Just pay attention to the seller's rating.

 

[m4r10]

free shipping? werd!
duh! it says it right on the picture.

 

[vuvision]

lol ... yeah there's no such thing as free is there? Seller often mark up the price to include shipping, then post shipping as free to make you feel better about your purchase. ;-)

Besides, if the seller turns out to be a dubious one, you can always get your $ back with paypal.

 

[VegasTouch]

lol ... yeah there's no such thing as free is there? Seller often mark up the price to include shipping, then post shipping as free to make you feel better about your purchase. ;-)

Besides, if the seller turns out to be a dubious one, you can always get your $ back with paypal.

Well i have bought a handful of things from China and Hong Kong and if you can explain to me how they mark up the price on an item i bought for $1.99 with free shipping then im all ears. I am currently waiting to recieve my spare battery i bought for the Vibrant that cost me $3.27 w/ free shipping.

 

[vuvision]

The car mount item is almost $13, so I can see some room for margin there. But $1.99 w/ free ship is slim picking.

 

[m4r10]

yea. I don't know how they make money off of some of these things. That's why I get suspicious some times.

 

[SamsungVibrant]

when gps works, I will deffinately buy one of these