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[HD2 Accessories] glewis101:
i would go with the brodit holders. i have had them for my last 4 phones and they are great . The fit is great, however they arn't as cheap as some... but you do pay for what you get.

a good company to get them from is dsl developments. mine should be here in a min so i will post a few pics if your interested
[HD2 Accessories] Rogerek77:
Ordered this one: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/HTC-TOUCH-HD2...UK_Mobiles_Accessories_RL?hash=item518ed1309c

Came today with charger, holder identical with the one provided by O2 UK with Orbit 2. It's holding HD2 very nicely.
[HD2 Accessories] Noony:
Same here. I've already got the Brodit active mount installed it's the 4th one now. It's one of the first things I buy when I get a new phone. I use a RAM suction mount instead of the vent clip option. It's so easy to use just slide the phone in and out.
[HD2 Accessories] omneity:
Ditto. I've just fitted a Brodit active mount for my HD2. Good quality mount that holds the HD2 firmly vertically or horizontally and the power connector lines up perfectly. I never regretted buying Brodit mounts for my past two phones and this one looks to be no exception.
[HD2 Accessories] brainfade:
same as above Brodit holder every time, good quality, good fit, not cheap but with a £500 phone its well worth getting something thats not going to drop it eh?
[HD2 Accessories] galaxys:
Brodit all the way! btw, there is a active thread already on this with many posts ;)
[HD2 Accessories] ohmz55:
Hey Rogerek 77. Do you know anything about the output of the car charger?
[HD2 Accessories] ymmot:
thx, i will look up some of them
[HD2 Accessories] ymmot:
and could u upload some pictures of that brodit holder pls? sounded interesting :D
[HD2 Accessories] Noony:
My car's in the workshop until Tuesday. If no pics have been uploaded by then I'll do some as soon as I get my car back.
[HD2 Accessories] schrej:
Why not having a look on www.brodit.com.

I already installed the active one but removed the cig-plug (whole cable) and replaced it by a USB cable. So I'm also able to listen music while charging.

Works like a charm.

Joerg
[HD2 Accessories] omneity:
Hi Joerg,

How did you do this, my car stereo has a USB input and I'm also hoping this maybe a partial workaround to the Bluetooth issue.
[HD2 Accessories] Bib_x:
Is there a line out in the micro-usb-plug, too? Like in the older HTC-devices or can i only get sound over the 3.5mm-headphone-plug?

On my polaris i used a htc adapter, where i pluged in a 3.5mm-sound-cable.
[HD2 Accessories] Noony:
The Audio line out on the HD (mini USB) was not available so I can't imagine it being reinstated for the the HD2.
[HD2 Accessories] Bib_x:
That´s bad. So i allways have to plug in two cables.
[HD2 Accessories] tilleke:
it looks nice. Thanks!

However, having a look at it, it seems like it's not possible to keep the HD2 horizontally (I mean the support holding the HD2 seems to be only for vertical use). Is this correct?
[HD2 Accessories] Bib_x:
Would be intresting, if someone has this carholder and can say something about ist.

Landscape holding is important for me, because i want to use the hd2 for navigation.

What about the Motorola Moto Q-Holder? Can i use my HD2 landscape with this holder?
[HD2 Accessories] jah:
Has anyone tried this car holder that does not need a wind screen sucker: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/DASH-FRICTION..._PDAAccessories_PDAMounts?hash=item518ed5ac3f

I have ordered one, so will see it is works or not.
[HD2 Accessories] Shockwave Pyrotechnics:
Be interesting to hear your thoughts about this one. I've just ordered this one.... http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290380864077 should be here tomorrow... I'll post my feedback
[HD2 Accessories] mirroalex:
Hi my friends...

please help me i don't know which car holder is suitable for my car... i have toyota fortuner 2008 (it is the same as toyota hilux) i need both landscape and portrait modes + car charger please help me which holder is the best for me...

thank you very very much.

P.S if you want i can provide some pictures of inside of my car so you can decide...

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[HD2 Accessories] llcooljazz:
The original Car Holder CU S400 will be start becoming availble from reatailers tomorrow - if that helps anyone.
[HD2 Accessories] wiwewi:
Somebody has done a video: w w w .youtube.com/watch?v=lAfUHbQs5KU
[HD2 Accessories] sancmat:
I just spoke to Expansys-Usa and they said that the Official Car kit CU S400 is in and they are filling back orders currently. The website says usually ships in 8 days. No Confirmation yet on if it works with the T-Mobile USA Version.
[HD2 Accessories] mirroalex:
what about price?
[HD2 Accessories] sancmat:
$88.99 USD

http://www.expansys-usa.com/d.aspx?i=188277
[HD2 Accessories] wiwewi:
But there is only one version of the car kit CU S400 or two?
[HD2 Accessories] MalekoUK:
Question about the Brodit tilt swivel mount. Can this rotate to landscape mode and still be secure? All the photos I have seen of it are in portrait mode, is it not designed for landscape?
[HD2 Accessories] sancmat:
At this time there is only one version and there is no announcement that there will be a second version specific for the T-Mobile USA version. Because of the way the device is built it may work. HTC tells me it should work but that does not sound like a commitment. Expansys is back ordered on it right now and they are the only company in the USA that I can find with it.
[HD2 Accessories] llcooljazz:
Is it possible to have TomTom in the NaviPanel?
[HD2 Accessories] wiwewi:
Yes, it is possible to have the navigator that you want.
[HD2 Accessories] MalekoUK:
Anyone with the Brodit mount care to answer? :D
[HD2 Accessories] alecs:
Works fine in landscape and is secure.
[HD2 Accessories] mirroalex:
is there anybody that is able to recommend the best windscreen holder for hd2 supporting landscape and portrait? (except cu-400 the htc default holder because it is very expensive)

P.S is it good to have windscreen holder or ordinary holder?
[HD2 Accessories] mikemod:
I have been using THIS for the last few months. Works well for me..
[HD2 Accessories] gordofski:
brodit holder and HR support see PDA HUT
[HD2 Accessories] F4810:
Does anyone know if any of these car holders will fit a HD2 with one of the soft resin cases on it?

I dont want to have to take my phone out of the case every time I use it in the car.

Thanks
[HD2 Accessories] Mass13:
it doesn't fall down from your car window? strong enough?
[HD2 Accessories] mirroalex:
i have the same question!
[HD2 Accessories] Mass13:
I ordered it yesterday, will keep you informed ;)
[HD2 Accessories] mikemod:
No, no problems with it, it has a clamp you push down once you have it on the glass.

The only problem I had was in the cold mornings if I left it in the car, the plastic seemed too hard to stick, just brought it into the house at night..
[HD2 Accessories] johnny5rlx:
i'm about to order the same one. although i read earlier in this thread someone had his hone fall down i think it would function nicely. i've also read good experiences and i recognize the suction mount from a camera suction mount which works well for me.

i used a garmin till now and yes, after leaving it on the window for days it's gonna fall down at some point, usually after a full day under the burning sun. nothing unexpected there.
[HD2 Accessories] bym007:
I am looking for a similar car holding kit. Basically my requirements are using the HD2 as Sat-Nav and Mp3 player device. So I want an active holder which will allow me to connect a 3.5mm jack to the HD2 as well for mp3 output.

I have had a look at this Brodit Active holder for HTC HD2 with Herbert Richter mount, and while it looks superb, at nearlly £50, I feel it is a bit over-priced kit.

Does anyone know something cheaper to beat this ?

Many thanks!
[HD2 Accessories] bym007:
Found some more car kits:

Option A:

Check it on Amazon.co.uk for £10.99 plus P+P

Sunwire - Premium In Car Holder & Charger

Option B:

Check it out on Amazon.co.uk for £6.99 plus P+P

New Sublime Custom Dedicated Suction Mount Rotating in car Holder & Car Charger

Option A looks like a winner to me. Does someone own one of these to tell me more about it ?
[HD2 Accessories] rawmondwlesmana:
how to choose the gps program in navi panel. the default was co pilot.
[HD2 Accessories] johnny5rlx:
dude. unless you care about the design of plug for the the cigarette hole just pick the cheapest. as far as i can see they are exactly the same.
[HD2 Accessories] djchubbs:
I got one of those packs accessory packs from hong kong, cost me £12.99

which inluded abuot 13 things, including a phone holder (which is why i got in)

and guess what, it does whats its meant to do, hold my phone.

I couldnt justify paying more that £9.99 for a phone holder, dont see the point
[HD2 Accessories] bym007:
Just ordered the cheapest one £8.74 including shipping from Amazon.co.uk and its already dispatched.

Will post results soon.
[HD2 Accessories] cirrus363:
I would be very interested to know how this cradle in option B invokes the Navipanel? Or do you think it is for illustration purposes - if so I think this is quite misleading!!
[HD2 Accessories] bym007:
I have not looked into using Navipanel personally, I read somewhere on these forums that the Navipanel can be invoked manually as well. So you could just create a shortcut and start Navipanel using that!
[HD2 Accessories] johnny5rlx:
i know i am just gonna run tomtom by hand. it's easy enough to not be annoying in my eyes.
[HD2 Accessories] bym007:
Could you elaborate a little bit on the quality of the phone holder?

Also, how snug is the power adaptor fitting?

I am also hoping that there is some space left at the bottom for 3.5mm jack! Could you alsos clarify that please?
[HD2 Accessories] ribcage:
Here's a nice one I bought right at the local O2 shop for €15. http://us.kensington.com/html/16293.html

It's perfect for me because I don't have to remove the leo from its gel case to use it. The holder is well made and holds the device snug. I like that it mounts on the dash (it will go on the windscreen as well). The only hitch is that it squeezes the volume button, but if the phone is locked when I put it in the holder, theres no issue and it functions normally when unlocked. A minor modification would sort it out anyway.
[HD2 Accessories] V8 Cowboy:
Hello All,

I want to charge my HD2 en listen to GPS directions and listen music of my sd-card.

Can anyone tell me if I use a Micro USB to Mini USB cable between my HD2 and my car radio with USB-in this will work.

So will my HD2 battery will be charged by the car radio and navigate directions and music will be played over the car speakers.

This because i want to know if i have to buy a active or passive holder.
[HD2 Accessories] d3l1:
HR Richter car holder for HTC HD2

I just ordered the above mentioned, will let you know as soon as I could test it a few times:

http://cgi.ebay.de/HR-Richter-Profi-KFZ-Halter-HTC-HD2-HD-2-Leo-/380217508692

btw I ordered the HTC C200 as charger aswell. No way I'm paying 60+ bucks for the HTC car holder only to let it close my 3,5mm jack.
[HD2 Accessories] sancmat:
I have a Kenwood deck with a usb in. For my deck the answer to both of your questions is No. It does not charge (this could very from deck to deck potentially) and the usb connection does not access the audio just the sd card so the stereo can access the MP3 files on the card to play itself but not the GPS. However if you deck is anything like mine you also have an Aux Audio/video in or bluetooth. I plug the usb into a car charger and use the aux video in (only using the audio connections) to access the sound of the HD2. When my bluetooth adaptor gets back in from the shop I will switch to using it for the audio.
[HD2 Accessories] Mass13:
just received my car holder, looks a little bit cheap but it's cheap anyway :D

tested it in the car, it holds very well to the window an the HD2 fits in very well, it's perfect for the job; the connections for charging an headphone are available, so no complaints about this holder, thanks to the person in this thread for providing me the e-bay link! ;)
[HD2 Accessories] d3l1:
did you order the HR Richter or another one? Mine should arrive in the next few days, it was dispatched today.
[HD2 Accessories] Mass13:
this one mate
[HD2 Accessories] Mankul:
Will the Brodit holder scratch the sides of the HD2?..... Thinking of getting a universal holder instead, so that I can use it with flexi shield....
[HD2 Accessories] skoop99:
Herbert Richter holder... Mounted on the handlebars of my XJR 1300... Oh, there is a car mount as well! :-)
[HD2 Accessories] mirroalex:
I bought SpiderFoot holder + its charger and i am completely satisfied with holder but charger is nor powerfull enough i mean when i use wifi + gps battery is decreased and in standby mode (without gps and wifi) it charges very slowly is it something usual with car chargers or mine is very crappy ??? if yes what you recomand to do buy another charger what company ... thanks

here is the link of spider foot holder

http://cgi.ebay.com/Holder-Mount-Car-Charger-HTC-Touch-HD2-Leo-Ckit-f-/350334218701?cmd=ViewItem&pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item51918bf1cd
[HD2 Accessories] bym007:
I bought a cheapo car holder from Amazon, cost me about £8 with shipping, and it does what it is meant to do! I have pasted previously in this same thread!
[HD2 Accessories] alwayslearning:
it says the listing has ended :(
[HD2 Accessories] mirroalex:
The holder is fine i can say it is very good with the price of $9.85 but charger can't charge, it is not powerful enough ... any idea? is it the problem of car chargers at all or it is mine? if yes what do you suggest to do?
[HD2 Accessories] SwiftNick:
No the Brodit won't scratch the screen. It's a nice firm holder and if you get the active one it will charge the phone when plugged in.

I had a Brodit for my N81, TYTNII and now the HD2.

Highly recommended!
[HD2 Accessories] hjf3Gd:
I've been using the Brodit active holder for some months now and though you'd think it would put scratches/wear marks down the sides, it hasn't. Must be down to the quality of the engineering.

I use the flexishield and have to remove it every time, but as the active holder charges, I don't have to fiddle around plugging charging leads in.........
[HD2 Accessories] jamieeeee:
i just bought this one

and i think it looks great! i just wonder if my hd2 corners dont get scratched from putting it in.. will let you know when i get it!! :)

anyone else have this one?
[HD2 Accessories] alwayslearning:
car kit

I finally broke down and bought the HTC car kt, I am so glad I did, it is great quality in fact the best holder I have ever had. :D if you do buy one you will not regret it.
[HD2 Accessories] R12SRW:
I have just ordered a Tetrax xway from EBay worldwide seems like the best system so far check it out here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lkLbABhSWvw&feature=related
[HD2 Accessories] shutty2k3:
Dash Genie

After searching for hours I came across a device called the dash genie which I think is brilliant! I currently use it in my ford fiesta and it sticks to the dash no matter what the surface and it looks nice with my HD2

If you have a modern ford fiesta you will know that the dash is spongy, but this cradle sticks with no problem. You can easily remove the cradle when your not using it and no marks are left.

You can also use other devices such as ipods so your not restricted...a one for all solution I personally recommend.
[HD2 Accessories] twerki78:
I'd watch your dash! Had one of these in my 05 Mondeo. I say had because I removed it yesterday while cleaning the car and found it stretched the vinyl covering on the dash, I guess with the strong suction and the heat from the sun? I'm now left with a nasty looking mark in the centre of my dash.
[HD2 Accessories] ilordvader:
Wondering how safe are these in the car

if not stuck properly & drops :(

If phone breaks will be real heartbreaking
[HD2 Accessories] hknklbk:
Just check the 2nd link at my signature...

;)
[HD2 Accessories] flo83:
MICRO Car Holder

Hello.

Is there anybody with experiences using this holdersystem:

it's by BI Automotiv called "Micro"

(why can't i post links??:confused:)

"Link:"

mediadomain.eu/MICRO/

In combination with a HR Richter "Mounting-Cup"

i.e. look attachment

I think it looks quite brilliant, but am not sure about stability of the whole system and the durability of such an "glue-pad (sticky pad??)" due to heat/sun.

greetz

sry for my english
[HD2 Accessories] bym007:
I bought this a couple of months ago, and while it was good initially, the suction does not work anymore. So unless you have a solution to that, dont bother with it.

On a side note, does someone know how to make use of such a suction mount, which has lost its suction power ? My vaccum does not stick to the windshield anymore, no matter what I try, or may be I am doing something incorrectly .... ?

Pls comment.
[HD2 Accessories] hypersonicx:
Velcro...

I use velcro, and the best part about it, I can velcro it anywhere in da car. I got velcro strips on my steering wheel and on the dash. on the dash I got the usb chargers tucked in nice and neatly, same with the audio cable.

Heres a youtube video of my setup except this is when I had tha G1 but I do this to all my phones and im currently on the HD2.

http://www.youtube.com/fiberopticsrld#p/u/3/RHoC0vC3h-k

youll have to fastforward sum to see my G1 setup, just imagine the HD2 in the same spot since I havent made a new vid yet lol.

Velcro All The Way!!!
[HD2 Accessories] bym007:
I want a bit more "low-profile" solution which does not leave any after effects! Yours is "once there, always there". sorry
[HD2 Accessories] hypersonicx:
Must not know what velcro is lol. Its not a always there situation. When your done with it or ready to sale your phone u just peel the velcro off. it sticks to the phone like a sticker.

As for the car, the velcro just peels off the car too. Seems like a win win situation to me, plus you can velcro it to anywhere needed. Dash / Steering Wheel / Seats / Windows LOL well not windows and seats but u get the picture.

The velcro is not glued on permanantly it just peels off when u dont need it anymore.
[HD2 Accessories] ilordvader:
Thats the one I got in my Car :)
[HD2 Accessories] busterdan:
After nearly a month of waiting I finally received my Dash Genie.....

And it is useless!!!!

For starters the camera lens prevents the back from properly touching the adhesive pad and no matter how I place the HD2 (portrait or Landscape) it soon falls down. I am therefore not happy with it and would not recommend the Dash Genie for use with a HD2. Waste of £17!

(Oh but the dash sucking pad is very good)

I'm probably going to go down the velcro route now.
[HD2 Accessories] rastadoof:
After a little hacking I put together a cheap cradle I got in an Hong Kong Ebay accessory pack and a Ram Mount I had lying around the place.

I had to grind a little plastic off the two bottom tabs so I didn't have to force the phone into the cradle. The phone fits like a glove and it's really easy to attach \ detach and is super secure. I've used RAM mounts for years and they don't lie when they say their mounts are military grade...they never fall off the glass!

The result is pretty good I think :)
[HD2 Accessories] busterdan:
I bought the Dash Genie from Mobile Fun and had to wait about 3 weeks for it....

What a waste of money!!... it doesn't hold the HD2 securely at all... not helped by the shape of the HD2 and the protruding camera. I have tried twisting the phone different way but no good... if you were thinking of getting the Dash Genie don't bother because the sticky pad just isn't up to the job. Shame because the suction system to connect to a dash is quite good.
[HD2 Accessories] abhi28479:
I too got this one for $5 shipped...good idea on grinding the bottom tabs will try it out. Other than that they are pretty good
[HD2 Accessories] dulexetina:
@rastadoof I got the same holder like this,i just had to make the camera hole a bit bigger(cause the speaker is covered and i cannot hear the voice-now its ok) btw i got it two days ago and its very good for 5$ :P recommend it to all :)
[HD2 Accessories] ilordvader:
Try this Holster :)

Can be used in car too

VIDEO
[HD2 Accessories] KRAZzysoldier:
Has anyone seen anything like this http://www.pdashop-bg.com/product.php?pid=2042&lang_id=2 on the market?

It's a carholder with integrated charger and a speakerphone! Unfortunately it is out of stock in the local shop in Bulgaria and they explained me some chinese guys make them only with high demands (50+).

I've searched for days all over and couldn't find anything near this performance!

Just found it!

http://www.4u-mobi.com/onlineshop/online_shop_detail.php?pid=5361

Going to order now. Will post some feedback soon.
[HD2 Accessories] busterdan:
Finally a decent quality car holder, which is strong, rigid and made to last, and it is sourced in the UK... http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/AIO-PREMIUM-C...UK-/150406189776?pt=UK_Mobiles_Accessories_RL
[HD2 Accessories] ilordvader:
Would be nice if it came with option

USB wire so can hook it to Laptop too

& use in Car also (with Usb charge port)
[HD2 Accessories] inabeyance:
I ordered what appears to be the same car kit from neTimes:

http://www.netimes.com/shop/car-mou...tc-hd2-t8585-htc-leo-p-2536.html?cPath=80_731

I have not used it extensively but here are my impressions so far:

The device is made from a very 'light' plastic not from metal as I had optimistically hopes for. The build quality is pretty good!

Inserting the phone into the device for the first time was a frightening experience. It is a very snug fit, and I was more than a little concerned about the pressure required to seat the HD2 over the 3.5mm jack and the microUSB, thankfully no damage was made to either jack on the HD2 and the alignment of said ports appears to be very good.

The 2.5mm headset jack that is on the speaker/car charger part does indeed pass the audio (in stereo) to a car head unit. So it will pass all audio when plugged in. :) Exactly what I wanted.

The pickup answer button on the speaker/car charger worked somewhat intermittently for me. I will have to play around with it a bit more to see that the behavior was not due to operator error as I suspect. But it is not a crucial part as it is easier to reach the HD2 than this tiny button.

The suction mount sticks well to the windscreen, but the actual 'neck' of the mount is very short with minimal adjustment. I am now looking for a way to fix it to a Brodit vent or dash mount for something a bit more robust and unobtrusive. The curly cord is also on the large side and it is captive so can not easily be replaced :(

The holder does NOT swivel into landscape orientation. If it were connected to a swivel mount the HD2 would most likely fall out as it is high up over the center point of the mount and the is nothing other than the tight fit holding it there. But I have not really investigated this yet. Maybe I will test it out when I get a swivel Brodit mount. eXpansys list it as being compatible with the Herbert Richter Gooseneck Suction Mount so hopefully we have some other mount options.

There appear to be a number of stores selling what appears to be the same device under different branding like Kidigi and eXpansys have versions also. My advice is to buy the cheapest from the store that you trust the most to honor any warranty issues. I have never purchased from newTimes before so apart from the shipping in a good timeframe, I have no grounds to recommend them over other stores that sell this dock, like eXpansys.

All in all it is great value but I still have some concern about the long term affects on the microUSB port. I really do wish that Microsoft had specified a standard dock connector for Windows Phone 7. This is one area Apple has it over Windows Phone.

Links to the different branded versions that Expansys sell:

http://www.expansys.com.au/d.aspx?i=194345

http://www.expansys.com.au/d.aspx?i=199376

Link to the Herbert Richter Gooseneck Suction Mount that is said to be a mounting option:

http://www.expansys.com.au/d.aspx?i=142060

I hope this helps. Please post back your impressions when your car kit arrives.