Accessories Cheapest Droid X Car Mount

[masked]

I really want to get the droid x car mount but am not about to pay $50 for it. Has anyone found some sweet deals on this?

 

[masked]

The cheapest mount on a reliable site i found was for $39.99

Car Mount for Droid X by Motorola 58998 - Wirefly - Best Prices!

can anyone find cheaper?

 

[bemaitea]

Is there something about this car mount that makes it different from the generic ones?

Does it integrate a charger for the phone?

 

[masked]

Is there something about this car mount that makes it different from the generic ones?

Does it integrate a charger for the phone?

yeah i think so

 

[SgtBaxter]

The car dock doesn't include a charger, though you can usually buy it in a combo with the car charger if you don't already have one. The car charger just plugs into the back of the dock.

I just bought a Soundgate M2 mount, and I love it. However, it does require you to mount a small disc to the back of the phone that locks into the mount, which some people would object to (or you can mount it to a case). However the look is super clean in the car, it looks like the phone is just floating there by the dashboard, and it's very stable. I think the moto dock is kind of klunky looking.

You can get the M2 mount for $10 at wiredforless.

Enter code WOOT at checkout to drop the price to $4.99, plus $5 shipping. I got mine in two days!

 

[kwest12]

I recommend checking out the Arkon mounts

Awesome video showing the mounts: Unboxed: Arkon universal docks/mounting kits | DroidDog Android Blog

Follow-up review of the mounts: Review: Arkon

 

[twister6]

+1 for Arkon.

I did a small review w/pics myself here: http://androidforums.com/accessories-droid-x/142370-review-arkon-mega-grip-car-mount-w-dx.html

 

[pvtpyle]

Long time lurker, first time poster. I recently got the Droid x for work and wanted a car mount. I got a cheap suction cup/vent mount from Fry's electronics for $15. I then got some fridge magnets from the dollar store. Hollowed out a spot in the foam backing of the mount and placed the magnet. It now goes right into dock mode as soon as it is in the mount. I also realized if I reversed the magnet it switched to the desk dock mode. Same magnet position different polarity

 

[Paycer]

Meh. I'm a cheap bastard. Once I get my X I'll just do what I've always done with my old LG Voyager.

I pull down my truck's visor and stick it in between the visor itself and the little strap that you're supposed to use for garage door openers. It's very easily adjustable, it has a driver's POV when recording, and it keeps the sun out of my eyes the entire time.

As Mr.RedGreen used to say. - "If the women don't find you handsome, they should at least find you handy."

 

[Deleted User]

I've seen the OEM mount on Amazon for $24:
is this the correct dock for the X or is it for the original Droid?
Amazon.com: Motorola DROID OEM Window Mount: Cell Phones & Service
(includes rapid charger as well)

 

[ChiefHopper]

I've seen the OEM mount on Amazon for $24:
is this the correct dock for the X or is it for the original Droid?
Amazon.com: Motorola DROID OEM Window Mount: Cell Phones & Service
(includes rapid charger as well)

That appears to be for the "original Droid". At least the pic shows one in it. My son has this one for his Droid and the DX will NOT fit in it at all. Too long.

 

[JimmyMac]

I really want to get the droid x car mount but am not about to pay $50 for it. Has anyone found some sweet deals on this?

Is that $50 with the charger? Because I bought mine (w/o charger) from my local Verizon store for $30 and I use this as a charger. ---> For only $1.00 each when QTY 50+ purchased - Car Charger (Cigarette Lighter) to USB Female Converter - Black | Car Charger Accessories No issues at all on road trips with Nav and music going.

 

[masked]

Is that $50 with the charger? Because I bought mine (w/o charger) from my local Verizon store for $30 and I use this as a charger. ---> For only $1.00 each when QTY 50+ purchased - Car Charger (Cigarette Lighter) to USB Female Converter - Black | Car Charger Accessories No issues at all on road trips with Nav and music going.

damn nice! i heard of ppl getting it for $30 but when i went on verizons website you could either get just the mount for $40 or charger and mount for $50. im gonna have to go to the verizon store and report back

 

[HamBoneGravy]

I did a small review w/pics myself here: Review of Arkon Mega Grip car mount w/DX

Thanks twister6 for the info and I really liked the review. The pics and descriptions were super helpful.

 

[cray]

I bought this one 2 days ago and took trip yesterday. Used the vent mount and like the way it sets. Found it for 24.99.

iPad, iPhone & iPod Accessories Mounts stuckUP - 4-in-1 Universal Mounting Kit for iPhone & Mobile Devices

 

[Deleted User]

has anyone seen this one?
Motorola Droid X Automobile Mount with 12v Vehicle Charger (5 Star Rating): Google Checkout available.
$28 for mount and charger

 

[masked]

Is that $50 with the charger? Because I bought mine (w/o charger) from my local Verizon store for $30 and I use this as a charger. ---> For only $1.00 each when QTY 50+ purchased - Car Charger (Cigarette Lighter) to USB Female Converter - Black | Car Charger Accessories No issues at all on road trips with Nav and music going.

just came back from the verizon store to find out theyre selling them for $40

I bought this one 2 days ago and took trip yesterday. Used the vent mount and like the way it sets. Found it for 24.99.

iPad, iPhone & iPod Accessories Mounts stuckUP - 4-in-1 Universal Mounting Kit for iPhone & Mobile Devices

wouldnt the heating out of the vent make your phone really hot?

has anyone seen this one?
Motorola Droid X Automobile Mount with 12v Vehicle Charger (5 Star Rating): Google Checkout available.
$28 for mount and charger

cool find!

 

[Deleted User]

i just can't find any info on the charger. only says 12v

 

[lucybear06]

Long time lurker, first time poster. I recently got the Droid x for work and wanted a car mount. I got a cheap suction cup/vent mount from Fry's electronics for $15. I then got some fridge magnets from the dollar store. Hollowed out a spot in the foam backing of the mount and placed the magnet. It now goes right into dock mode as soon as it is in the mount. I also realized if I reversed the magnet it switched to the desk dock mode. Same magnet position different polarity

I have the Arkon mount - no phone yet, but the mount looks really high quality.

Where does the magnet go and what size did you cut it down to? I'd love it to go into car mode, but this scares me. I'm not handy

 

[cray]

Quote:
Originally Posted by cray
I bought this one 2 days ago and took trip yesterday. Used the vent mount and like the way it sets. Found it for 24.99.

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wouldnt the heating out of the vent make your phone really hot?

When winter arrives I can move the mount to a cup holder, or some other location. I like to have options.

 

[ndfan4u]

I bought this one 2 days ago and took trip yesterday. Used the vent mount and like the way it sets. Found it for 24.99.

iPad, iPhone & iPod Accessories Mounts stuckUP - 4-in-1 Universal Mounting Kit for iPhone & Mobile Devices

$29.99 now. Got a discount code??

 

[masked]

$29.99 now. Got a discount code??

im pretty sure theyre selling it on thinkgeek for $25

 

[SgtBaxter]

Where does the magnet go and what size did you cut it down to? I'd love it to go into car mode, but this scares me. I'm not handy

Turn the phone over and the magnet goes right at the end of the battery door in the middle. Placement need not be exact, or even right against the phone. I was going to drill out a hole in my M2 mount, but ended up just applying a dab of hot glue to the magnet and sticking it on the back since you can't see it anyway. Just used a magnet out of a refrigerator clip.

 

[cray]

$29.99 now. Got a discount code??

No discount code. I bought it at Car Toys and it was 24.99.

 

[atiroch]

I went to BestBuy the other day to get the Arkon mount but they did not have it in-store or in their system so I could order it into the store. I was sent to the GPS station and found this:

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