I got this windshield mount for my HTC Evo cell phone. I really like it so far. The suction cup is awesome. Holds the mount securely to the windshield. It has a nice small "handle" attached to the suction cup that makes the grip even stronger. There are a few buttons that release and secure the mount's hinges at different angles to suit your windshield. The portion that holds the cell has soft cushions to protect the phone. The plastic could be a bit stronger, but just don't over-tighten the grips and you'll be fine. The side grips also move up and down the sides of the phone to suit your needs and there are two little feet to prevent the cell from falling (just in case you left it loose). The "neck" from the suction cup to the holder is not very long so you may want to use this mount on the lower left part of your windshield to have easy access to answer hands-free calls or play music while driving. I am overall very pleased with this purchase!! GTMax Windshield Car Mount Holder with Large Suction Cup for HTC EVO 4G Cell Phone
So when I bought this, it had said it was for the HTC EVO 4G, but I had thought it might just be a universal mount. In the end, it turns out it was a universal mount, as it doesn't extend far enough to hold the phone sideways. Since other phones are shown sideways, I can guarantee this just wasn't designed with EVO in mind. However, it's not too big of a deal since you can just turn the mount sideways.
I will give this a very positive review since it's such a great mount. It really holds the phone solidly; no jumping around or anything. The suction mount is also great as it doesn't fall like some other mounts. It's strong enough to even attach to the dashboard.
Also to the people complaining that they tried to pull the arms out and they broke... that would be expected. There's actually a button that you have to press for the arms to extend. Then you just squeeze it in on your phone.
This mount is perfect for the EVO! Yes you're EVO will fit in this! Contrary to what others have said. No it won't fit horizontally with the grips open all the way. But you can rotate the phone 90 degrees while in the holder and it will not move! I use it in my 18 wheeler. My windshield is plenty big and I mount it just above the dash. It is great having it visible and not stored in the overhead compartment. The suction cup really holds too! When you release the clip you have to just get a finger nail under the rubber to pop it from the windshield and it comes right off. It stays through all the potholes, extreme temperatures and moisture buildup on the windshield. Totally worth it. Why pay tens of dollars for a 'licensed' one. Get this you will not be disappointed. The suction cup is big yes, but the EVO is huge you don't even see the suction cup.
There was no glue that came with this despite what another reviewer said. For that I would recommend the gorilla glue if you really wanted it on your dashboard.
Because it is a great distance from the power outlet I use the retractable car charger that I also got.
Both my partner and I purchased this product for our new HTC Evo's and absolutely love it! Of all the accessories we ordered this one gave us the most surprising joy. I had researched it on Amazon and found many reviews on this type of product to be not very good. For the price I figured I would take a shot in the dark, order it and if it was junk take my loss. Quite the contrary. Our thanks to the engineers who designed it. We sat there at the kitchen table working all the pieces and just marveling at how they thought of all the little things that make a difference and make something work. I have read that there are challenges with suction sticking on some car mounts. We haven't had any problems with that. The suction is awesome. For those with that issue you may want to wet the suction part slightly with water before applying. Also this is labeled as a universal car mount and the way the grippers open to hold the phone I would way that is true. Lots of adjusting points for the perfect angle. Comes with a vent mounting piece also, though not sure how that works in all vehicles. Overall the car mount is well made, sturdy, and the perfect size. Product arrived quickly. Great deal!
It fits my EVO fine but it is larger than I anticipated. The suction cup itself is 3" plus across....should help keep it secure but may interfere with seeing out the car window. Plastic appears to be a little cheap but for the price, it's fine until a official EVO car dock is released.
I bought this phone holder and the EVO phone is too heavy for the holder! The suction cup won't stay either. I gave it a one star because at least my phone fit in it.I was being kind to even give it that. Ok, Actually I was forced to give it one star, it makes you pick something.
General
The one I received looks a little different from the one pictured but it's pretty close. For the price, I can't complain, as it appears to be made rather well with some nice features and blends well with my car's black interior. I have searched for a while and found nothing at any price that would work for me. This one works just fine.
Installation
It took a couple of tries and some moistening of the suction pad before I got it to stick to my car windshield but it is holding so far. Temperatures here recently have varied from the low 30s to the mid 70s so I fully expected it to fall off....but thankfully it has been holding on for several weeks. I use it twice a day, every day minimum.
Features
The long extension from the base can be bent & shaped in order to position the unit within reach. I chose to make these adjustments before I locked on the unit bracket. I was able to position my Evo above the dash to the right of the steering wheel without it getting in the way of anything, including my view of the road. I opted for this type of bracket as I did not care to use other types which looked very bulky/unsightly and could scratch/damage my interior in some way. I have the unit in the lower center of my windshield and bent down slightly but not touching the dash. I have the little feet extended out to hold the bottom of the phone and only need to use one hand to place my phone in the holder as I gently compress the cushioned side arms inward to secure the phone in place. I have used a couple of different cases and it holds solidly with case on.
Functionality
If my phone is not in the holder, the unit is very stable and makes no noise, unlike reviews from others who purchased similar units. When my phone is in the holder while driving, however, the weight of the phone seems to cause the unit to wobble a bit, but it's not terrible. It does not make noise though, just goes from a slight vibration to a mild wobble. (That's why I only gave it 4 stars.) Since I never interact with my phone while driving anyway, it doesn't matter to me as long as my phone is in view and secure. If I need to do something on the phone, I do it when stopped. I have factory bluetooth in my car so I can now use more of the phone's features totally hands free and can easily see what's going on. I love that. I have used my phone's navigation while it is mounted and can display it both in portrait and landscape positions, as the bracket rotates nicely clicking to those positions and more if desired. Most of the time I use it in the portrait position. I would say that it is made reasonably well and it is likely to last a while if used with gentle care. It is mostly plastic, so rough handling/abuse may take its toll on the unit. It has a small button on the back near the top which when gently pressed causes the padded bracket arms to release the phone into my hand for quick disconnect.
Bottom line.....I like it very much. It holds my Evo safely, looks nice and does the trick. Time will tell whether or not it holds up to regular use, but I hope so, as I'm enjoying the convenience it provides. I may even order another one as a backup just in case.
Also, I would like to thank this and other sellers for making desirable accessories available at very affordable prices. - Mounts - Car Mount - Evo - Windshield Mount'
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