Phone holder

[jabrielraja]

I've recently bought a w166 and have an iphone 6+.

Looking at the dashboard, I can't find a place to mount the phone. I know in a lot of cars people mount it towards the right of the steering wheel but I don't like it there. I also don't like it on the windscreen.

I can't see where else to mount the phone. Any suggestions? Also interested in which mount/device you recommend.

Thanks in advance.

 

[PobodY]

I appreciate that it's not very helpful, but I leave mine in my pocket and the bluetooth talk to COMAND.

Could you mount it over/on the centre console? - I don't mean as far back as between the seats; somewhere closer to the other controls, but not as high as the dashboard.

 

[Petrol Pete]

I've recently bought a w166 and have an iphone 6+.

Looking at the dashboard, I can't find a place to mount the phone. I know in a lot of cars people mount it towards the right of the steering wheel but I don't like it there. I also don't like it on the windscreen.

I can't see where else to mount the phone. Any suggestions? Also interested in which mount/device you recommend.

Thanks in advance.

Just to remind you. if you touch your phone (for any reason) while driving you are breaking the law. I know, I know. what a load of carp. But its true.

 

[thebook]

Does your car have a dashmounted CD slot? If so, there are some great holders designed to fit in the slot. I have just bought a magnetic one which is okay, but I preferred my spring loaded previous one. Sadly it was too narrow to take my 7+

 

[jabrielraja]

Just to remind you. if you touch your phone (for any reason) while driving you are breaking the law. I know, I know. what a load of carp. But its true.

I use Waze on my phone so need it visible. Fully intend not to use/handle the phone whilst the engine is running.

 

[jabrielraja]

Does your car have a dashmounted CD slot? If so, there are some great holders designed to fit in the slot. I have just bought a magnetic one which is okay, but I preferred my spring loaded previous one. Sadly it was too narrow to take my 7+

Yes, I've got a CD player in the dash. Will search for some of these later. Do you know which brand/model you used to have? I do use the cd player though so would that mean the device has to be removed before changing a CD?

 

[jabrielraja]

I appreciate that it's not very helpful, but I leave mine in my pocket and the bluetooth talk to COMAND.

Could you mount it over/on the centre console? - I don't mean as far back as between the seats; somewhere closer to the other controls, but not as high as the dashboard.

I suppose although when using the sat nav on the phone, imo, the further down you look the more dangerous it can be.

 

[Deletedmember130310]

Keep it in your pocket


But if you must have it out, look at thr Brodit Proclip system,
.

 

[Petrol Pete]

I pointed out that touching a mobile phone when driving is an offence, but how does that differ from touching the screen of a windshield mounted sat nav unit that is paired to your phone via Bluetooth , and is the by definition an extension of your phone !!??

My guess is that this part of the law is an ass. I know driving without due care and attention could be used if you had an accident while staring at your sat nav but touching it while driving is not illegal...is it ?

 

[garycat]

Keep it in your pocket


But if you must have it out, look at thr Brodit Proclip system,
.

Yep, Brodit mounts are the best I've used in various cars. To the right of the wheel looks like the best place given the size & position of the centre screen.

Brodit Proclip Mounts for Mercedes Benz M-Class/ML 2013

 

[Bobby Dazzler]

I have these in my cars and they're great: Magnetic Air Vent Phone Mount

 

[markjay]

These people make model-specific phone holders:

Brodit - Mounting platform specialist!

Although I must add that I bought one for the Kia and it didn't really work for me...

EDIT: Just saw garycat's post.

 

[clk320x]

I have these in my cars and they're great: Magnetic Air Vent Phone Mount

Agree Rob, I have a similar variant it is amazing.

 

[Alex225]

I use something similar to this -

Ugreen Air Vent in Car Phone Holder Mount Cradle Stand for iPhone 8,7 GPS HTC LG | eBay

Basically slips onto one of the fins in the vent. Holds the phone (7+) really and keeps your view phone free but good for Satnav etc

 

[Moleshome]

I think this is the 5th or 6th car I've used the Brodit mounts on now and have been really pleased with them.

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[moog999]

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[moog999]

I've got one of these.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0716PJK33/?tag=amazon0e9db-21

Sticks just above the on button. High enough so easy to see and press but doesn't get in the way of the main car screen.

 

[RTR1879]

Just to remind you. if you touch your phone (for any reason) while driving you are breaking the law. I know, I know. what a load of carp. But its true.

Are you certain of this, Pete? I went on a driver awareness course a couple of years ago and they said touching the phone is not an offense if it is a simple tap or two on the screen but holding a phone is an offence, as is web browsing/texting whether holding it or not.

I appreciate regulations may have changed since then.

 

[Petrol Pete]

Are you certain of this, Pete? I went on a driver awareness course a couple of years ago and they said touching the phone is not an offense if it is a simple tap or two on the screen but holding a phone is an offence, as is web browsing/texting whether holding it or not.

I appreciate regulations may have changed since then.

No , I am certain of very little these days But I am not willing to take the chance when it comes to mobile phones and driving. One overzealous police officer is all it takes.

 

[Petrol Pete]

I think this is the 5th or 6th car I've used the Brodit mounts on now and have been really pleased with them.

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That's a long way to look down if using for sat nav.