Re: N900: Car Kit & Mounts
 

Looks paralytic. :D

Re: N900: Car Kit & Mounts
 

How secure are the suction cups that hold the N900 (or any other phone) to the windshield? Some devices have clips for attaching to an air vent. Is the suction cup secure enough? I don't want my N900 hitting the dash or floor!

Re: N900: Car Kit & Mounts
 

I just ordered this, I hope so it will be useful.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B...ef=oss_product

Re: N900: Car Kit & Mounts
 

I've used that previously presented DIY suction cup holder +1500 kilometres for now, and no problems so far:D

Re: N900: Car Kit & Mounts
 

i'm looking for a holder i can and have it still hold the phone securely even when cornering a little aggressively. i tend to generate a bit of g-force when i take a corner in my car and the last thing i want is the n900 flying across the dashboard (and maybe even out the window!!).

Re: N900: Car Kit & Mounts
 

An inexpensive solution is to attach the N900 to the dashboard with something like Blu-Tack. Also goes by the name of Zorkai (Canada), Prestik (South Africa), kennaratyggjo (Iceland), Elmer's Tack (USA), and many others.

But be warned - this will look 'tacky' ;)
Apologies for the cheesy pun and extra apologies if this has been already mentioned (didn't bother reading through the previous 22 pages).

Re: N900: Car Kit & Mounts
 

Just came across this, and bought it. It's cheap, its from Hong Kong... I'm fearing the worst! :D But if it works out, great. If not, $6 USD isn't the end of the world. Will follow up with a review once it arrives. Appears that it can do portrait or landscape, with keyboard action, and clearance for analog audio and USB. Even a cut-out for the camera. I wil LOL if the damn thing breaks the first time I use it.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=180535729082

Re: N900: Car Kit & Mounts
 

That looks OK actually - any idea when you will be receiving it? (says 7-25 business days?)
Will be looking out for your review - and hoping it doesnt break half way through it! :D

Re: N900: Car Kit & Mounts
 

I just bought one of those as well. I hope I am going to remember to share my experience in this thread once it arrives but if I forget don't be afraid to nudge me.

Re: N900: Car Kit & Mounts
 

Received this the other day, and am following up:

Pros:
Well made, decent materials, doesn't seem likely to break any time soon.

Suction cup has some serious holding power, is just as good as any other GPS mount I've seen. Just ensure you clean the surface you are going to mount it to prior. I know alcohol is preferred, but I just used a moistened hand towelette from dinner. :D Two days after installation, I went off-roading, mount is still attached to the windshield.

The top latch has enough clearance to cover the center power button. This is probably the only part that would be likely to break, but I don't see it happening any time soon.

Received in just under 2 weeks, no delays other than standard air mail latency.

Grey rubber mat on the inside ensures a snug fit. Tight is always good!

Zoom/volume buttons are accessible, as is the camera button.

USB port is not blocked.


Cons:
The unit I received did NOT have the camera cut-out. I emailed the seller, and he will send me another, but I am trying to confirm whether the one I will be sent, will have the cutout, or be the same thing. Easy fix: use a dremel or hole tool.

Plastic housing is very close to the analog audio out port. 3.5mm cables with thick rubber-shrouds will not go in completely (unless inserted prior to the phone being inserted to the mount. Easy fix: dremel tool.

Physical keyboard is blocked due to the mount, so you will have to re-enable the virtual keyboard, or perhaps consider a wireless/bluetooth keyboard. Not friendly for texters, but perfect for GPS.

Conclusion:
For $6 USD shipped, it is very well worth it. Spend 1-2 minutes on making some adjustments with a dremel tool and you are set.

I will follow up when the seller responds, if they actually have the mount as shown with the camera cutout.