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Solid, Secure, Strong Magnet, Needs Proper Install
There are four common method of securing a phone in a car: (1) Window suction mount, (2) Air vent clip bracket, (3) Adhesive mount, (4) Weighted dash non-slip mount base. I ended up choosing to use the air vent clip method because it worked better for our situation.POTENTIAL PROBLEMS — I was concerned about this category of mount design because I read various product reviews that mention the vent fins eventually breaking, bending, or being damaged. I notice that vent fins vary in thickness and strength depending on the vehicle. So, I took a bit more time researching available products and decided on this one because it seemed sturdy and the adjustable solid retainer piece seemed well designed.BETTER DESIGN — Something important about this vent mount design is that it has two solid supporting feet to keep the bracket stable, putting less strain on the vent fins. The retainer clip that goes in and holds to the back of the vent fin is easy to extend and tighten.BEST INSTALL — Based on concerns about vent fin damage, I've decided to gently position this mount so the stabilizer feet are in place, and the metal hook retainer gently holds to the back of a vent fin, but I do not tighten the bracket to the max. This is important during use, and also when removing the phone. Rather than pulling hard on the phone trying to separate it from the bracket, which could pull the vent fin assembly out of the dashboard, instead, I use two hands to have one and holding the base and the other pulling on the phone. The weight of the phone helps hold the mount secure. I'm not off-roading or driving over potholes, so I'm not worried about the phone shaking and the bracket falling out.MAGNETS — It's hard to know what the experience of others will be, but the phone I use with the mount is an iPhone 14 Pro Max, so it is a bit heavy. I use a case with an embedded strong magnetic MagSafe ring in the case. I also use a MagSafe magnetic ring holder that allows for pass-through functionality of the MagSafe magnet connection function. As a result, from my experience, my phone holds very securely to this mount.MAGNETIC PHONE HOLDER RING — My magnetic phone holder ring has a stowaway 360-degree adjustable holder ring/loop, so I'm able to easily attach and remove my phone from the holder. I do notice that my phone holder ring tends to stick more securely to the mount than to my phone, so when I remove the phone, the ring stays on the mount. Sometimes that's preferred, other times, if I want to bring the phone holder ring with me, I'll remove it and put it on the phone.CONCLUSION — Due to variations in automotive fan vent fin assemblies, and variation in phones, cases, and accessories, it's possible there's not one perfect mount for everyone's situation. Yet, this unit does seem stable and versatile.Ver másVer menos
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