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[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] pseudoSequential:
I have an iOttie that I use on my note 4 (I am going to return it, to get the nexus 6). However I noticed that the nexus will be too wide for the car mount. Does anyone know a similar mount that will fit this phone?
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] frigidazzi:
Not off hand. I wish they would release an official car dock. The one for nexus one and gal nexus were awesome. Nothing released officially for nexus 4 or 5 :(
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bogus83:
There's an "iOttie One Touch XL" that holds devices up to 3.5" wide, which should be enough for an N6 plus a case.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] eksasol:
I'm planning to get The Air Dock for it.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] frigidazzi:
As much as I love wireless charging (and I do I have 5 QI chargers at home I use all the time) it just doesn't work for me in the car. I use GPS and stream music all the time with screen always on. Wireless can't even come close to keeping up to that. I'm sure it will be worse with the N6 screen size too... I am really hoping they release an official car dock this time. Moto seems to be good at doing that so I am hopeful.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] charesa39:
On iOttie's website FAQs, they list the sizes of each of their mounts. Actually, the One Touch XL only goes up to 3.3", which should be just wide enough for the N6 since it is roughly 3.27" wide. However, it probably wouldn't work if you put a case on it. The only one I can see working if you put a case on it would be the Easy View 2, which has a max width of 3.5".

HOWEVER, I can see another potential issue arising if you want to use a car mount like this. Notice where the buttons are. They are not towards the top of the device like other phones. They are smack dab in the center going down the right side, taking up a good range in the middle of the phone. So you would have to have the mount clamp down on either the top or bottom of the device. I guess we won't know how awkward it would be to use until we have the device in-hand, so we'll see when the phone actually comes out.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bogus83:
Interesting- when I posted that comment there was a graphic on the Amazon listing showing support for up to 3.5. The image is no longer there, so it was likely an error. Too bad.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dcrandon:
I have the IOttie Easy One Touch XL

MODEL NO: HLCRIO101

It is the best mount I've found to reduce vibration, and super easy to use.

Another iOttie that would work if you need extra distance from your windshield to you, but will vibrate more of course is the iOttie Easy One Touch 2 Universal

MODEL NO: HLCRIO121
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] c4ud4m:
Just go with 9to5mac.com ... if they say this one is the best so I won't argue ;)

http://9to5mac.com/2014/11/09/two-o...-by-winnergear/comment-page-1/#comment-224951
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Arioch5:
Just found this

I have a Tylt Vu Qi charger for my N4 on my desk at work and I've loved it. I've had it for just about a year now (or has it been 2 I can't remember).

Anyway I ran across this recently and they are advertising it will launch this year. I'm optimistic since Tylt makes such high quality products (from my limited experience)

http://www.tylt.com/vu-car-wireless-charger/
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kkl0wn:
That actually looks like a winner. I'd definitely be interested in purchasing one.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jnewell05:
I like the magnetic phone mounts. I currently use one from Mountek on my Nexus 5. http://www.mountek.com/shop/
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] rubi76:
Do you have to use the plate or does it just hold on with the Nexus 5 magnets?

Anything like that but with qi charging?

Thanks
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] charesa39:
I just received this one from Amazon a couple days ago when I was able to get it for $7: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009GSI0MM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1. Will see how it works out. Keep in mind the buttons are almost smack dab in the middle of the right side of the phone, so you have to be mindful where the grippers will squeeze, or it'll push the buttons.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Tsukasa Buddha:
Inspiration! (Mountek nGrove Grip)

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[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] digitheatre:
I'm using Mountek nGroove Snap2 with my Nexus5. It's great that I don't have to use any of the plates provided as Nexus5 has wireless charging feature, so the body will stick to the magnet just fine. It is very convenient that I can just throw and it stick easily unlike the hassle of using grip type mount.

Now I hope it will work just fine too with Nexus 6. The non flat back of N6 worries me. maybe I need to modify it so that N6 will not move around when mounted. :fingers-crossed:
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jumbie:
I have the same magnetic mount. One of the best purchases I've ever made. I have an iOttie as well but the Mountek is just so much more convenient in that I don't have to slide open the arms to insert or remove my phone.

I have the same concern you do about the curved back. I also use a case and was thinking I'd have to bend the included metal plates to fit between the phone and the case. I absolutely refuse to stick the plate to the back of my case because of the added thickness and the fact that it will just look ugly.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] pablomoca:
I have the iOttie Easy One Touch 2 Universal Mount (The one that extends), it's a great mount and will fit the N6 without a case. The problem is the button placement on the N6., the mount manages to squeeze the lower volume button when it shuts. Also It will not fit with a case on. Just thought I would let anyone know who was looking into it for a care mount. Again for any other phone this thing is great, best mount I have purchased so far.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SirStevenKnightArrowood:
RAM X-Grip?

I have been looking into the RAM X-Grip, mostly because of its 4-point "X"-Grip which should avoid pushing any of the hardware buttons.

It is also built like a tank (w/ lifetime warranty) which should lend itself well to any dashboard video recordings should I desire to utilize it for that purpose.

It is relatively expensive ($40-52) but if it out performs (in terms of secure grip & vibration reduction) every other plastic 2-piece pincer style mount then it is absolutely worth the extra investment.

I am still unsure whether the short arm or medium arm length would be best and whether to go with the small or large suction cup option.

I read on Amazon, one pro for the large suction cup (aside from likely better suction) is that the 1" ball (that the arm attaches to) screws on to the suction cup so it can be a bit more versatile (allowing you to screw anything onto the suction cup) should you desire that functionality. Although it appears another option should you desire more versatility from your mount would be to purchase the 1" ball with the plate (w/ screw holes) separately and simply replace the X-Grip mount. This of course means you have the adjustable arm in the system now, but I think that's a good thing.

Last note:

I also read in an Amazon review (and sorta noticed in one video review) there MAY be a bit of play (rotating around the z?-axis, like rotating portrait to landscape) in the X-Grip cradle/mount itself, but more research is necessary to confirm this is actually an issue or just a faulty unit.

First post on XDA :D

I will be back after further research.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] plaktoets:
So do I, really love it and hope to continue to use it with my n6. However i fear with the rounded back t's not gonna attach well...
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] youareme7:
I have a Nexus 6 and the Ram Mount X-grip, it seems to fit but there is not much room there. It can be gripped so it's not touching any of the buttons so that's a big bonus but I'm not sure if the phone would fit with a case as well. Not sure how this thing would fit in my pocket with a case though so i'm not sure i'd ever get one.

It should be noted that ram mount makes several sized x-grips and mine is the "phone" sized one so that is partially why it barely fits. They sell x grip sizes for pretty much everything. Now that I know that I may just have to buy the "phablet" version to replace my phone one. The x-grip is very safe and secure but it is most definitely a 2 handed operation getting the phone in an out and even then it's a bit of a trick until you get used to it. I like it because they have millions of parts and my phone carrying system is permanently mounted to my car so I don't worry about suction cups:

http://www.rammount.com/Products/XGriptradeMounts/XGriptradePhabletMounts/tabid/4689/Default.aspx
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bbbasher:
I chatted with the folks over at iottie they said the "iOttie Easy Flex" is

not

compatible with Nexus 6, no surprise really. They also said there is a cradle compatible with Nexus 6 in the works, we should hear something within the next few months. I forgot to ask if it included wireless charging.

What are the limitations with wireless charging in the car? Some folks have said that it does not give enough power to run GPS, screen etc. I had the official car charging kit for my HTC One M7 and it did not have enough power to charge and run navigation at the same time. I changed the power adapter to an Anker (24W) one, still no dice. I tried opening a ticket with HTC but they never responded to my ticket so I gave up. I suspect it was a duff USB cable but I never bothered confirming.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] youareme7:
Generally it's that the device can't get enough amps without overheating the battery. Heck in the summer it's not that hard to overheat the battery with just a good high powered USB plug while running GPS/screen/bluetooth. Qi charging is slower than corded and it definitely adds heat load, that's why I'm not super interested in it for myself anyway (in the car, at home it is indispensable for me)
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SirStevenKnightArrowood:
I have no problem with a mount requiring two hands to load or remove the Nexus 6 as I am happy with the Nexus 6 being a 2-handed device. Judging from video reviews I don't think I'll have trouble getting it in and out of the X-Grip, although I will admit there is a bit different technique involved in using this unique mount.

Do you believe the regular size X-Grip bring pushed to it's maximum would quickly wear out the spring(s?) which provides the gripping pressure?

I would think this would be covered under warranty as it is wear from standard use.

If it is covered under warranty, would it be best to go with the regular size if you never plan on putting a case on your Nexus 6 as (physics leads me to believe) the regular size mount would provide greater gripping force than the Large size mount whose spring wouldn't be pushed as far too accommodate the Nexus 6?

I appreciate all your input as this is the #1 mount I am considering.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] youareme7:
Based on the specs I read getting the larger phablet is the better choice. I'm planning on on getting that one by itself, a quick search on amazon does show they sell the larger X grip alone and with a suction cup. Like I said the phone size one really barely fits, it's not that easy to work with and I wouldn't recommend it even without a case for the nexus 6. Grip strength shouldn't be an issue on the larger. The minimum width is only 1.5" or something like that.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] down8:
I have this iOttie mount: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/buy/Mobile-Car-Accessories/ci/24430/N/3941525737/Ntt/Google+Nexus

It fits the N6 fine, once you adjust the vertical to not hit the volume buttons. I think it'll have enough room for a slim case, as well.

-bZj
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] pablomoca:
Haven't tried that one. I have since put a clear case on mine and no way does it fit now.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] GCahill:
Do the iOtties easily switch between portrait and landscape mode? A lot of the mounts I've been looking at seem to not be secure if you switch from landscape to portrait or vice versa. Don't want my phone falling off my dash as I'm cruising down the road.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jeimygirl:
You said similar to iOttie but I strongly suggest it anyway, just a larger size.

This is my FAV 0 complaints. Although i am not sure how it's going to work with the N6 yet because of the buttons being lower. I'll update later today. On the description is says it fits the N6 bare or with slim cases

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007FH716W/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Here is my review with pictures. I've had this same mount for 2 years no issues.

http://www.amazon.com/review/RLX46TJFJK4XW/ref=cm_cr_rdp_perm

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Yes, you loosen up the little ball in the back, you turn it and tighten it again. I turn it to Landscape mode for my very heavy nav and it stays! Read my review.

http://www.amazon.com/review/RLX46TJFJK4XW/ref=cm_cr_rdp_perm
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jayharper08:
I've had this one since the Note 3 came out and absolutely love it also. Like you said though, we'll have to see how it's going to work with the buttons being placed lower. I get my Nexus today and test it out.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bassil2022:
Ladies and gentlemen.......be creative :laugh:

http://www.breffo.com/pages/spiderpodium
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] XorZone:
Received new Arkon mount that looks like kenu airframe, but with ball mount, will hook it to garmin vent mount.

It fits phone great, will see how it feels installed. http://amzn.com/B00NTDJ8VC
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ghost_1:
Hold on to your money... I have one of the kick start Airdocks and I regret to say it doesn't work with the Nexus 6. Because the charging pole is on the lower 3rd of the Nexus 6 its hard to get it to charge. Not to mention that the magnets are non existent on the Nexus 6. I'm pretty disappointed cause I got really used to the convenience of qi and "stick and go" driving...?
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] glensta:
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[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Evo_Shift:
This mount works: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00D7KGLF8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

There is about a centimeter to spare if the phone is naked so it would work with a case as well at maximum. The spring is really strong though so when you get it open to the size the Nexus 6 needs it then it definitely becomes a two-handed affair and isn't very pleasurable to use. If I had three hands it would be fine. You kind of have to use one edge of the phone to push it open then push the phone into place. It holds the phone perfectly fine though. It's definitely not falling out.

I don't like how strong the spring is so I put my name on the Tylt mailing list someone linked earlier. I am hoping it releases soon.

http://www.tylt.com/vu-car-wireless-charger/
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mattfrazer:
I've been using this mount for a couple years as well and can confirm that it does fit the N6. While there is no way to position the phone so that the arms do not hit the buttons I've found that a simple TPU case increases the pressure required to actuate the buttons to the point that the arms will close snugly without causing button presses.

-mjf
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ghost_1:
I have two updates...

1. I've been using this for a day and even though the nexus 6 with a cruzerlite tpu case fits super tight it works great. I worry because the side arms are a little thin but for the money I think I can deal with it...forgot to mention without a case the arm does hit the volume up button, so you might have the same problem using something like a Spigen Neo Hybrid.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M685JNW/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_k6.Dub0EX3NX9

2. Air dock 2.0 is on indigogo right now. I've emailed them about the nexus 6 and so I'm waiting to hear from them but you can check it out yourself. I'm personally going to wait cause option 1 is working OK for me right now....

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-air-dock-2-0
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] EmperorX:
Well, he was using a Nexus 6 in the video. Looks to work wonderfully!

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That is quite the steep asking price though... Sheesh. I wish I could get a model that didn't have Qi charging.

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Also I can't wait 2-3 months for a dock... Looks wonderful though!
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ghost_1:
Guess I should have been more clear about the Nexus 6 working better with the Air dock 1.0, cause like you said... Steep price and and 1-2 month wait. ?
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] EmperorX:
I know this doesn't have Qi. But has anyone used the Nexus 6 with the following:

http://www.tylt.com/capio-nfc/

Success?
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dave2metz:
That Tylt car dock looks great. If it works as described, I would get it no doubt. Thanks for the link. I would also like to know if anybody has used this.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] EmperorX:
I'd like to know before the 50% off Sale ends ;)
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dave2metz:
Oh damn, I didn't realize it's 50% off right now....

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Where do you see that it's 50% off? I just see $34.99
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] EmperorX:
Code Cyber2014 on checkout. Site wide. Got a Tylt Vu for $35 the other day!
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] GCahill:
Think I'm buying that air dock. I can wait for it to come
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kregstrong:
The ngroove snap 3 won't hold my nexus 6, looking for some more magnets that would fit in the 3 extra slots to see if that helps
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jnewell05:
Does not work at all on the nexus 6. There just isn't enough magnetic strength to hold the nexus 6. Course u could put that metal sticker on your phone or behind a case then it works fine... Will end up getting a new one. Just can't decide....
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] rahul0705:
Has anyone tried the iottie with qi charging and see if it fits the nexus 6
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] lakedubvt:
I have been using the Ottie One Touch XL for the past week or so. I had the mount positioned on the nexus 6 where the arms were touching the volume keys but it would not adjust the volume on the phone. However after a four hour road trip the bottom volume button is now semi compressed, "mushy", and does not function correctly. BE CAREFUL if using a mount that touches the volume buttons. I will probably stop using this mount.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ljg600:
Nexus 6: problematic to mount in Car

There are a number of reasons why it may be problematic at best to mount the Nexus 6 in a car:

(1) The width of the device stretches to the limit Ottie and similar devices.

(2) The N6 Power/Volume keys have been moved to the center of the phone- which is also the best place for gripping the device. Mounting the unit below the volume keys is also sub-optimal in terms of hold. If the mounting device has a bottom support bracket, you may lose the benefit of the extra stability it offers.

(3) The N6 is relatively heavy- especially when mounted with a case. This also may stretch the limits of typical mounting devices

(4) The N6 is tall- as such when mounted, it may block enough window view to be distracting or to a small degree dangerous

(5) Given all of the above- trusting a $14-$30 car mount for an N6 mount is I believe too risky.

For the above reasons I have decided to try a stand alone car GPS and use the N6 as a GPS backup. As far as playing music, I may simply leave the device in my pocket and control the music with an Android Wear phone.

At least this appears to be the best set of options for now, given the above.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] JManekia:
What about Airfram + ?

http://www.kenu.com/products/airframe-plus
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kregstrong:
I would get that if it had a CD slot mount
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] boingboingbilly:
I have the iOttie XL and it works fine with the Spigen thin case.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] EmperorX:
FYI the new Tylt Vu car charger is expected to be on sale in January (possibly sooner). I emailed them and they said the Nexus 6 will work, and should work with any case.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kregstrong:
I really want that one just with it had a CD slot mount or something other than suction cup
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Lucke:
it's a little late in the day, but i just got a cyber monday deal on the iOttie Easy Flex Wireless Qi dock for $39 no tax/no shipping

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1041411-REG/iottie_hlcrio131_easy_flex_wireless_charging.html

at ~50% off, why not.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kregstrong:
Pretty nice, looks like it might hit the volume button though
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] stevexyz0:
Don't you have any trouble with the volume button? I just got the iOttie XL and the clamp comes right down on the volume button, constantly activating it. I don't have a case on my phone but still seems like it would be a problem even with one.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] JManekia:
Found this one. It lists Nexus 6 as being compatible

http://www.amazon.com/Jarv-Windshie...=1417745842&sr=8-6&keywords=car+mount+nexus+6
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nyijedi:
Yup, I was thinking the same thing. I would have easily bought this if it worked with a CD slot mount. I have zero interest in any other type of mount in my car.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jumbie:
If you have a case, you can use something like this http://www.amazon.com/Mountek-nGroove-Magnetic-Smartphones-Tablets/dp/B00MNXAFQ6/

I have the v2 of this product and just tested today. Works fine between my Spigen Neo Hybrid and phone.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kregstrong:
Seriously? V3 didn't even come close to holding my phone, not even tilting it back, how solid does it hold ur n6?
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jumbie:
I didn't actually drive with it to see. Will do so tomorrow when I go to work. Seemed to hold pretty darn firmly though when I tested to see if it even would. The N6 is not that much more heavy than my GS4 (subjectively) and that phone didn't budge. Expect the same but I'll see soon enough. I'll let you know.

I'm working a 12-hour day so won't be able to update until tomorrow night.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kregstrong:
So did u put a metal plate in the case or no?
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jumbie:
Yup. As I said, it's between my case and the phone.

I think I read somewhere that someone pried the back of their phone off after the iFixit teardown and put some metal under the actual case back. I used to do that with my GS4 at first but having it under the case instead made for a stronger grip with the magnet.

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Well updating XDA seems to come before I start rounding on my patients.

I don't have a very far drive to work. It's less than 2 miles but I tried to drive over a couple rough patches and take a few sharp corners to see how the phone would stay put.

Happy to report that I had no issues. Because of the size of the phone, if you press VERY hard on the bottom it may start to tilt a little because of where I put the plate (vertically just below the M logo) but with regular touching it's really quite stable IMO.
[Nexus 6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kregstrong:
That's awesome, I just don't leave my case on all the time so it wouldn't work when I go naked which is very often, shoot