Phone mount question

mortalic · 06-12-2016, 04:16 PM

Has anyone found a good way to mount a phone near the compartment by the cigarette lighter?

BentZero · 06-12-2016, 04:35 PM

i removed the coin tray, ran a USB wire through the center console and then wedged my spare phone in there.

JohnnyCanuck · 06-12-2016, 04:41 PM

I use one of these in the right side cupholder:

http://www.belkin.com/us/p/P-F8J168/

I'll snap a pic next time I'm in my car.

mortalic · 06-12-2016, 05:34 PM

I have a similar setup to BentZero, I took an old nexus 4 and used 3M command Strips and it's velcro'd to the lid in the up position. It seems to be ok, just was hoping someone had a better method.

DUSTOFF 46 · 06-12-2016, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by mortalic

I have a similar setup to BentZero, I took an old nexus 4 and used 3M command Strips and it's velcro'd to the lid in the up position. It seems to be ok, just was hoping someone had a better method.

I used the stick-on velcro in my last car and it worked well, but I think I know what you mean, looking for something that looks clean even when the phone is not there?

I find myself using 'portrait' mode for the most part so maybe I will check out these cupholder mounts. It would be awesome to find something that lets you hide the USB cable.

JohnnyCanuck · 06-12-2016, 08:34 PM

Here is in my car (needed my phone to take the pic).

The cable from my charger is mostly hidden.

Viffermike · 06-13-2016, 05:11 PM

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Originally Posted by mortalic

Has anyone found a good way to mount a phone near the compartment by the cigarette lighter?

Check this thread, this thread, this thread, and this thread.

All are in this subforum, which is where your question should have been posted.

BarryJI · 06-13-2016, 05:32 PM

I'm with JohnnyCanuck; I recommend that Belkin phone mount very highly. It is rugged, elegant, practical and inconspicuous. And you can get a very short USB cable, which, with the BMW USB/12v adapter, makes the whole setup look almost OEM.

vexingv · 06-13-2016, 09:59 PM

Ram mount X-grip with the cupholder attachment/stand. the holder is very rugged and Ram mounts are modular allowing you to swap out.

Grentz · 06-14-2016, 12:08 AM

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Originally Posted by JohnnyCanuck

Here is in my car (needed my phone to take the pic).

The cable from my charger is mostly hidden.

I use the exact same setup. Works great with an iPhone 6S

qnet · 06-14-2016, 09:52 AM

I like that Belkin one.

SDKevin · 06-14-2016, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by BarryJI

I'm with JohnnyCanuck; I recommend that Belkin phone mount very highly. It is rugged, elegant, practical and inconspicuous. And you can get a very short USB cable, which, with the BMW USB/12v adapter, makes the whole setup look almost OEM.

Can you rotate it to landscape?

BarryJI · 06-14-2016, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by SDKevin

Quote:

Originally Posted by BarryJI

I'm with JohnnyCanuck; I recommend that Belkin phone mount very highly. It is rugged, elegant, practical and inconspicuous. And you can get a very short USB cable, which, with the BMW USB/12v adapter, makes the whole setup look almost OEM.

Can you rotate it to landscape?

Yes.

Verrilli · 06-14-2016, 04:54 PM

I like this one which uses a modified BMW Cupholder Insert (Part #51169257207) and a 6' apple lightening cable.
This works for my iphone 6s, but I had to cutout a bit of the side of the insert to allow it to work with the case.

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=782894

geep81 · 06-15-2016, 09:32 AM

I have the Belkin one. I like it.

chemh0ser · 06-15-2016, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by geep81

I have the Belkin one. I like it.

+1

thb229 · 06-16-2016, 04:12 PM

I have a simple way with a Kenu Airframe | Car Mount for Smartphones. I got it at Amazon for $18.95. It is very secure. I use the BMW flush USB adaptor as well. I got a very short lightning black cable (iPhone) and I can touch it, if needed. Most of my use is through voice control. It's not for everyone but it is simple to put on your vent or remove it. Unobtrusive and use both cup holders if needed. The pic of the vent is not my 2 but it shoes how it sits.

JohnnyCanuck · 06-16-2016, 08:30 PM

I like the airframe and used it in my E92, but I found it blocks too many controls in the 2 series.

TBro2002 · 06-17-2016, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by thb229

I have a simple way with a Kenu Airframe | Car Mount for Smartphones. I got it at Amazon for $18.95. It is very secure. I use the BMW flush USB adaptor as well. I got a very short lightning black cable (iPhone) and I can touch it, if needed. Most of my use is through voice control. It's not for everyone but it is simple to put on your vent or remove it. Unobtrusive and use both cup holders if needed. The pic of the vent is not my 2 but it shoes how it sits.

I also have a Kenu for my 2. Works great.

MichelM235i · 06-17-2016, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by JohnnyCanuck

I use one of these in the right side cupholder:

http://www.belkin.com/us/p/P-F8J168/

I'll snap a pic next time I'm in my car.

Good idea
Thank you
I just ordered mine. Will work fine with dash command

Kiwi · 06-18-2016, 02:03 AM

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Originally Posted by thb229

I have a simple way with a Kenu Airframe | Car Mount for Smartphones. I got it at Amazon for $18.95. It is very secure. I use the BMW flush USB adaptor as well. I got a very short lightning black cable (iPhone) and I can touch it, if needed. Most of my use is through voice control. It's not for everyone but it is simple to put on your vent or remove it. Unobtrusive and use both cup holders if needed. The pic of the vent is not my 2 but it shoes how it sits.

This is what we use in both my BMW cars or rentals. It doesn't block controls in right hand drive it just works 100%.

You need to keep your eyes up not down towards the cup holder.

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mortalic New Member 7 Rep 15 Posts Drives: M235i xDrive Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Portland, OR iTrader: (0)	I have a similar setup to BentZero, I took an old nexus 4 and used 3M command Strips and it's velcro'd to the lid in the up position. It seems to be ok, just was hoping someone had a better method.
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BarryJI Captain 424 Rep 980 Posts Drives: 2015 BMW 228i M Sport Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: United States iTrader: (0)	I'm with JohnnyCanuck; I recommend that Belkin phone mount very highly. It is rugged, elegant, practical and inconspicuous. And you can get a very short USB cable, which, with the BMW USB/12v adapter, makes the whole setup look almost OEM. __________________ 2015 BMW 228i M Sport w/Track Handling Package DAP \| Lighting \| Premium \| Tech DINANTRONICS Performance Tuner Stage 1 \| DINAN Shockware \| DINAN Free Flow Exhaust \| DINAN Performance Spring Set + Ride Quality and Handling Kit
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vexingv Private First Class 30 Rep 119 Posts Drives: '16 M235i xdrive Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: CA Bay Area iTrader: (0)	Ram mount X-grip with the cupholder attachment/stand. the holder is very rugged and Ram mounts are modular allowing you to swap out.
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Verrilli New Member 2 Rep 14 Posts Drives: 2016 m235i Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Apex, NC USA iTrader: (0)	I like this one which uses a modified BMW Cupholder Insert (Part #51169257207) and a 6' apple lightening cable. This works for my iphone 6s, but I had to cutout a bit of the side of the insert to allow it to work with the case. http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=782894
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thb229 New Member 4 Rep 24 Posts Drives: M235i xDrive Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: CT iTrader: (0) Garage List 2016 Bmws M235i xDrive [0.00]	I have a simple way with a Kenu Airframe \| Car Mount for Smartphones. I got it at Amazon for $18.95. It is very secure. I use the BMW flush USB adaptor as well. I got a very short lightning black cable (iPhone) and I can touch it, if needed. Most of my use is through voice control. It's not for everyone but it is simple to put on your vent or remove it. Unobtrusive and use both cup holders if needed. The pic of the vent is not my 2 but it shoes how it sits. Attached Images
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