yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DeveloperOptions:
yeah i saw a couple bad reviews on that as well so it kinda turned me off, i'd rather get something that's more secure.

i really like the ibolt cable, not a big fan of suction cups either so the mountek looks optimal if only i could get that cable separate :( i might just end up getting ibolt because of the cable

you guys have given some really good insight,i will check out the hd2 as well and see if i could get that to work haha.

about the smart dock mode, i don't have any other dock elsewhere so that's not an issue for me, but it doesn't go into dock mode if i plug in usb to connect to the computer or plug it into my charger does it?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Beamen1:
I just got the iOtti mount for mine. I LOVE it!

Here's my "review": http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1982558&page=3
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
Not sure where you are located, but I guess we are far away from summertime to test it out if it stays stuck to the surface? I was looking at this case as well, until read in another forum about people having issues with a sticky part of the suction cup especially when it gets hot outside. Maybe it was a defective batch or whatever. That kind of put me away from buying it, plus I was waiting for Arkon to release their slim grip ultra mount with a sticky suction cup I actually have it coming my way next week and will review it once I get it. But I don't think it has any release buttons, etc. like their other grip mount I had for my DX. I guess I'm still on the fence until I get it and test it out. But I'm definitely glad iOttie is working out for you! I just wish they would drop "i" cause I'm sure a lot of android people buying their mounts as well lol!!!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] sleepy8686:
The one from iOttie on amazon is worth every penny it works too well lol make sure where you it is where you want it cause it sticks like rubber cement!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
So once you release a suction cup latch you have to pry it off the dash board with a butter knife? :p Will it take off dashboard textured layer or so? Not sure if you were kidding or serious about it sticking like cement :confused:
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Beamen1:
He is not kidding. Read the Amazon reviews. This thing sticks to anything and the quick release is a GOD sent. It's SO easy to take the phone in and out of the mount, and once you put it in the mount it isn't going any where. Lots of adjustable settings. I LOVE it.

On my previous mounts I didn't even use them that often (only when I needed GPS), but this thing is so easy to take in/out that I do it every time I drive the car. It is worth every penny for sure!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] HeisRisen:
I used my 50% off at Samsung.com and got the universal there. Loving it.

http://m.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/ECS-K200BEGSTA
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] outkast22:
How do I order the ibolt? And how much does it cost?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] yankees45us:
This is the one I just got. It's awesome for the note 2. Keeps phone open for any plugs, keeps camera lens clear if any obstructions and it will stick on almost any flat hard surface.

Sent from my Amazing Galaxy Note 2!
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DeveloperOptions:
adding one more to the possibilities list...

http://www.amzer.com/Amzer-18-Inch-Universal-Aluminum-Gooseneck-Floor-Mount-P92937.htm

any comments on this?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] sweets55:
I tried so many mounts I lost track. lol I don't care for the suction type mounts but the cold weather in Ohio doesn't help. I got the one on the left from Walmart. Not the smallest mount but it works great for me. I just have it set to be snug and put the bottom of the phone in first and I can take it out without having to hit the release. Had it for a month and it stays in.

Just turned is sideways so you can see it.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] dakleenupman:
Here's what I use for now. Was $15 on ebay. Works like a charm.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] dakleenupman:
Front shot.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] smhemi:
This is one I got .Its custom made for the phone. http://www.slipgripcarmounts.com/Galaxy-Note-II-N7100-A993_c_27734.html: good:
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DeveloperOptions:
your suggestions seem nice guys but i'm not really fond of the suction cup ones,

they seem to be too high up

the last one i posted which is

http://www.amzer.com/Amzer-18-Inch-U...unt-P92937.htm

seems to be at a good height but i'm not sure how sturdy they are, if i can type on it without it moving or shaking while driving as well
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] dakleenupman:
Here's my back up plan as I too really don't like the windshield mounts. It just too cold right now for me to install.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] dakleenupman:
Not sure if you can tell but in my other car, I had this center console which I used a Bracketron cup holder mount. This was perfect for visibility as well as 1 handed functionality. The floor mount above is what I plan on trying in my new car as the cup holder mount will not work. This way my Note 2 will be just above the center console, in between the passenger seat and console at the right height for my right hand to operate, just like before.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DeveloperOptions:
yes this is something i was looking at but i saw one review saying that they were not sturdy and would shake while car is driving so i'm not sure if it would be sturdy enough for me to even actually use the phone let alone drive the car and for it to shake.

please update me once you do set this up :D

this one is the same as the arkon but a different brand and was wondering if it would be the same or would it be better

http://www.amzer.com/Amzer-18-Inch-U...unt-P92937.htm
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] dakleenupman:
I'll say this, the actual bendable shafts, if you will, is extremely difficult to bend. Now I can't say anything about the actual holder but from what I can tell, this thing should be rock solid. My only concern is the mount for the phone as its a little thin but I'm pretty confident it'll hold no problem. And with the style of attachment for the holder, I may be able to combine the holder from my windshield mount in conjunction with this base. The floor mount is very thick and it comes with a direct mount floor plate for installation to something other than a seat bolt.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] dakleenupman:
Here's a few real world pics. There's a lot of different options with this mount/neck.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DeveloperOptions:
thanks for your post!

this will be my most optimal choice so far! :D

is the part between the bendable bar and the phone holder loose or is it very tight and secure so that it will not shake while driving even when you go over bumps?

is the slim grip good enough? there's another option as well

http://www.arkon.com/smartphone-car-mount.html

if you go to the floor section there's a megagrip but i'm not sure if that would be too bulky

they also come with different semi-permanent floor mounting options o.o i think i'll need to find the right one for my car
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] dakleenupman:
The actual cradle is mounted via a ball mount. So it's fully adjustable with the lock ring to screw down to tighten. As with any ball mounts, some grip tape could be used to further secure it's tightness. I myself woukd prefer a thicker, stronger, wing-style cradle versus the top to bottom wings of the thinner mount. Hence why the combo of what I have on the windshield with this floor mount would be perfect.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DeveloperOptions:
sounds good, i hope to have some feedback from you after you've installed it :D

when i take a look at these videos like at the end of this one

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZSCyAIOUr5A

it seems that it's a bit wobbly when he attaches his phone or turns it to landscape. Looks like the mount might wobble while driving

same as this ipad one

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZSCyAIOUr5A

only thing i'm concerned about is that it will wobble while i drive which would be hard to view the device or else i'd buy this in a flash >.<
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Kenbals:
I use the iottie. It barely shakes in my tractor trailer and I dont have air ride suspension. I use it with car ultra app and it works like a charm. All ports accessible and sticks to dashboard abd windshield. I have 2. One in tractor and one in car. Zero complaints. Hope that helps
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] dakleenupman:
What he doesn't do or show is that once you position the holder, you then tighten the lock nut which will not allow for easy tilt or movement of your phone. The other thing is that if the 18" is too long, bend the shaft in an "S" shape to add rigidity and lower the center of gravity especially due to the weight of the Note. Once it warms up or I stop being a sissy, I'll install it and get back to ya. But I'm fairly certain this will do the trick. And like I said, you can one hand it with your right hand as if you were holding it yourself.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] kamikaze060606:
I have one to and was about to recommend it. It's pretty much PERFECT.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] barry99705:
I've got the one to the far right in my Element, the sticky stuff isn't real sticky below freezing, but gets tacky pretty quickly once the defroster gets warm. My work car has my otterbox defender holster modded to work with my ram mount. That works much better. :good:
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
If you want to see "real" sticky and quality built, check out THIS post I just made about new Arkon Slimi-Grip Ultra car mount.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DeveloperOptions:
Great review you got there. Very detailed with many pictures as well.

It looks like that gives many options to place the mount and seems great for a family.

However I'm not a fan of suction cup mounts, not because some don't stick but because I personally prefer a lower angle view as oppose to it being infront of my windshield area

The placement where the car's deck would be optimal with the cd slot mount but it blocks all kinds of stuff

The arkon floor mount may be my choice after all
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DeveloperOptions:
Can anyone give opinions on the comparison for these two products?

http://www.amzer.com/Amzer-18-Inch-Universal-Aluminum-Gooseneck-Floor-Mount-P92937.htm

http://www.arkon.com/megagrip/megagrip-floor-mount.html

They seem to be the same except that I like the Amzer phone holder more because the Arkon arms are a bit too big and will be hard to access the phone

The Arkon seems to be a more popular brand though which makes me question Amzers product quality
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
I have Mega-grip, so can voucher for its quality, although I don't use floor mount. Also, Arkon guys been in business for 25 years, and all of their stuff is over-engineered with some impressive design details. Can't tell you about Amzer, and if its their original or re-branded Chinese design because I have seen a lot of similar grips from ebay for a few bucks; and those typically don't last. Again, can only speak about Arkon since its a product I'm familiar with.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] donatom3:
I'm using the iBolt mount on my Kuda Base in my charger. You guys should look into Kuda it lets you drill in an amps ball joint to use with most garmin compatible mounts and you wont' do any permanent damage to your car.

Here are some pictures from my Charger with my Old evo 3D mount. I'm using the same Kuda base with the iBolt now.

My USB wire is actually run inside the Kuda base through my car panels to a hidden car charger under my arm rest.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DeveloperOptions:
That Kuda base looks pretty interesting, what makes it secure in your car?

and vectron, about the megagrip, does the phone seem to deep into the holder that makes it a bit of a hassle to use?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] husain3d:
ive been using the iMagnet for a few months and soo far it is the best holder i ever used. Ive bought more then 10 car holder and this is the best. It sticks quite well. U just need 1 hand to mount it. I can even mount in without looking at it. Only once my phone dropped in an accident when a car bang my rear bumper. But it still works well on an uneven road and bumpy roads. But make sure u do not leave it while u are parking outdoor. In singapore, it is very hot and humid. i normally park outdoor and the heat will make the suction cup peel off. Not only imagnet but other car holder will not stick on a direct hot weather. What i normally do is to on aircon and make my car interior cool down and i stick it back and it will be fine. I will give my rating 9/10 for imagnet.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] rubenn:
Brodit active cal holder with a pro clip. Just love it!

Verstuurd van mijn GT-N7100 met Tapatalk
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] outkast22:
So where can I order the ibolt for my note 2?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] snapcrackpop:
The problem with the Arkon is the springs are maxed out to get the note 2 in. I feel like its going to break or the robber feet are going to roll up from premature wear. :thumbdown:
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DeveloperOptions:
aww really? I had my mind set on that too :(

maybe i'll just hold off on the phone mount for now
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] snapcrackpop:
It works, but not as easy as I was hoping for.

Most of the time I need both hands to get it in... especially with a case on. :(
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
I only use both hands when I have it in landscape, but if you put it in portrait with spring part at the bottom - you can just push on it with one hand holding the phone and it goes right in; then you keep it as is or flip in landscape view. There is still another 1" of room for a spring to go. Tell you this, most of the cheap ebay cases I had broke after a short while because of cheap plastic or crappy springs. Arkon has quality stuff, and if it breaks - they should replace it.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] dakleenupman:
It's still too cold and I'm still too sissified to install the Arkon floor mount. Just from appearance though, the legs do seem a bit smallish. Looks can be deceiving though.... :D
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] LuvinN1:
http://cosymom.com/goods/goods_detail.html?idx=43&category=

Mega mini stand is by far the best windscreen / dash mount I have ever used. It uses magnets to connect and disconnect the phone from the windscreen mount. Very easy and strong magnet connections. Comes with magnets to stick behind the cover or a case. I just placed the magnets in my battery cover without using the given double sided 3M tape. The magnets even fit between my phone and case.

The mount itself has very sticky glue like suction. Very sturdy. I would highly recommend this mount to everyone. The link above also provides a short YouTube clip
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] slybarman:
Strong magnets and electronics usually dont play nice together. At a minimum it will hose your compass.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] barry99705:
Only as long as it's on the dock, which won't be a problem, none of the turn by turn apps use the compass.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] dubster1964:
Best Car Dock For Note 2

I will buy an Ibolt and see how it goes

:good:
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Shady Gambino:
Arkon has a new one that expands more and has longer feet:

http://www.arkon.com/Slim-Grip Ultra/index.html

[YOUTUBE]HnFQHEAt3Do[/YOUTUBE]

I've used it with the Note 2, Nexus 4 and even my Nexus 7.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2174449&highlight=arkon

;)
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] LuvinN1:
No problems with the compass so far
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] snapcrackpop:
The Slimgrip Ultra is what I have... too tight.

Maybe the Megagrip would have been better. :(
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] snapcrackpop:
MISTAKE

I ordered the Slim Grip from Amazon.....I should have ordered the Slim Grip ULTRA.

Customer service at Arkon was great! They are shipping me a new holder to fit the mount.

My mistake.

Again, the ***ULTRA*** should fit fine, (the regular Slim-Grip will work, but barely!)
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] vectron:
Mega-Grip works too, but phone is off-center. You can take a look at pictures in my review HERE.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] slybarman:
Thanks. I decided to try one of these.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] williamrazmy:
I use the iOttie - i find it really stable and its good because it can go with any phone
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] rwmiller1:
If you don't need your cd player the Mountek nGroove Universal CD Slot Mount has been the most stable car mount I have ever used.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004G1L52Q/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] joihan777:
Panavise Mount

I use a Panavise Mount, bolted to the dash using stereo system bolts. No modifications needed. It is a sturdy metal bracket and allows the GN2 to be just a few inches from the stereo. My GN2 is on the swivel to easily switch from portrait and landscape mode.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] IZI.Xav:
the same

hello for me the same it's very good : D
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] nexicon:
There are so many damn similar options to choose from I don't know which to pick! I'd prefer a gooseneck one but their description is generic for all
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] base0x02:
Anyone try this one from BBX Mounts? http://www.amazon.com/Galaxy-Note-Car-Mount-Kit/dp/B00A07BODK

I'm thinking of ordering one. The only downfall is I'd have to pop my flip cover off and put the stock case back on it.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Shady Gambino:
With a gooseneck you'll probably get more vibration, but they're great for positioning where you want it. I've used the arkon 8" Mobile Grip flex neck mount on the dash and it worked great.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] coquipr:
I got my arkon ultra slim grip sticky dash and winshield. I have to say is a great mount and it sticks to anything. I bought it for my note 2 but I tried it with my Asus tf700 and it works great too.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] DarkManX4lf:
IMagnet.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] slybarman:
I got mine yesterday too. I generally like it, but it does vibrate a bit more than I had hoped.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] coquipr:
True that
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Notacop:
I don't really understand your setup. I have a panavise mount in my car but I cant figure out what to use as a phone holder. I have the iottie mount but can't work out how to adapt it's mount to the AMPS pattern on the panavise bracket.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] barry99705:
To adapt my Otterbox holster to an Ram mount amps ball I used a piece of HDPE cutting board.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Notacop:
Do you have any pics of how you attached the iottie mount to the kuda base? I have been in contact with customer service at iottie and while very friendly and quick to reply they didn't have any concrete suggestions.

Thanks in advance
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] donatom3:
I used the ibolt amps mount and just screwed it into the Kuda base with some small wood screws
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] livingaboard:
Not sure what others are doing but I found the iottie for the note 2 to be a pain in the a s s . I like pretty much everything about it except the fact that there is way too much shaking and vibrating in this mount. There is play between the suction cup and the hard plastic and the rest of the components are not as rigid as they should be.

I have the Samsung universal mount that I bought a few months ago. That thing is rock solid but I dislike several other reasons.

If the iottie didn't make my phone vibrate all over hell I would have to recommend it. I have everything tightened down but it still can't sit still.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Notacop:
That makes sense. For some reason I thought you had the iOttie holder rather than the iBolt. I guess the iOttie is going back to Amazon and an iBolt will be coming my way.

I was thinking if I ditched the iOttie suction cup and adjustable arm and just used the holder on a more solid mount (panavise in my case) that it would cure the shakes. Unfortunately for me it seems iOtties attachment method is proprietary with no easy way to convert it to a more permanent mount.

Coming from an Atrix HD and the Atrix 4g before that, I have to say Motorola has Samsung beat when it comes to docks. I had the desktop and car docks and both were great. I wish I could say the same for docks available for the Note2. That's really my only disappointment with the phone.
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] xdafundorin:
Did anyone seen this type of vertical mount for Note 2?
[Galaxy Note II Accessories] Shady Gambino:
mispost, please delete
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] NightxFall:
So I'm just wondering... I've seen threads about this in multiple areas but i haven't seen a fix for it. Are there any solutions to the gs3 taking blurry pictures? Before you take the pictures they look fine but no matter what you do, when you take the picture they turn out blurry. I've gone through 4 s3's and they all have this problem. I've used multiple camera apps on different ROMs on all of them with the same result. Its very frustrating. On the front facing camera the pictures turn out absolutely horrendous. Pretty sure its a defect with the s3 in general.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] cmb3497:
Take a q-tip, clean the lens.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] Addiso:
Maybe tap the screen and focus

I don't have that problem nor most of us so it's certainly not a defect.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] NightxFall:
Its not an issue with the lense. Its the actual picture after processing that turns out blurry. This is a picture of myself taken with the front facing camera. It did not look anywhere near this blurry before taking the picture.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] Addiso:
I don't see anything wrong with the pic? Lol
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] NightxFall:
Well i notice it personally. This is a screenshot of the camera app before the picture was taken. Perhaps its just something that bothers me more than other people.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] Addiso:
Aosp camera isn't always the best and it looks like that, also because of lighting around.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] HHF2:
I think the problem is you are stressing the Gorilla Glass. This is one of the best most abusive tests that I have seen performed to prove that Gorilla Glass is tough to break.

Just kidding, I personally don't see anything wrong with the picture considering it is not a DSLR and the fact that the lighting is horrible. A lot of factors go into taking a good picture besides just focusing on the subject.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] Hypera:
Picture seems about right in a low light, being a front facing camera, and on a smartphone. You are not able to compare a true dedicated camera (for now).
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] guillasmart:
Did you find a solution to the problem? I'm facing the same issue with my S4.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III] screwyluie:
All I see is some smoothing from post processing. There's nothing wrong with that picture.

I think perhaps you don't realize that the front facing camera is not a good camera. It will not take quality photos like the rear facing camera.

The picture is blurry because the quality of the sensor. The post processed picture is simply smoothed to remove the pixelation from the low light/resolution.
[HTC One S] nicxus:
Google navigation crashes on CM10. Is there some sort of fix for this?

I know this is a old problem, but trying to grave dig a solution just provides me with nothing.

My setup

hBoot: 1.09

Radio: TMUS 1.08ts
[HTC One S] Fruktsallad:
This happens to me as well. Regardless of ROM (Sense/CM). And it happens to lots of other people as well. No solution in sight. :(

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2067128&highlight=navigation

http://productforums.google.com/forum/#!topic/maps/1T_mDNfU8Z0
[HTC One S] nicxus:
Dang, you pulled up the same info I did too. ::(