rsworden

Really liking my "new to me" GS....except for one thing.....no good place to put my phone. What are people doing. I'm currently stowing it away in the console but that is kinda inconvenient. Sometimes I put it in the cup holder, but that is not satisfying either. Suggestions?

909

I have a wireless charger in the center console tray and it's always charging and broadcasting as a hotspot.

jgscott

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I use the Shapeways. I love it. It does not get in the way of any displays or controls, nor does it attach to anything that could get damaged like a vent or CD. It also stays up high easy to touch and I don't have to look down unsafe and take my eyes completely off the road. Lots of threads on this. Many others choices.

https://www.shapeways.com/product/SY...etId=203566479

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-...hreads-21.html

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-...ll-phones.html

bclexus

@909 - I'm curious, what is the purpose for your phone always broadcasting as a hotspot? Do you have another device such as an iPad that is often used in the car?

Also, are you broadcasting the hotspot Wi-Fi signal from your phone at 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz?

909

Yes in short that's pretty much it. I have a big tablet infront of the cupholders. I like touchscreens. Mostly use it for Youtube ( Revanced) and Google Maps in a 70 / 30 split screen. My phone broadcasts at 2.4g but can do both.

sierranglr

I use a holder that mounts in the cup holder that also has a built-in wireless charger. I use a fast charge usb adapter in the cigarette lighter and able to tuck the wire out of the way under the center console. It has a motorized clamp that automatically closes and centers the phone for the wireless changer when you place the phone in the holder and a button to open to remove it. Much easier to use than a spring-loaded holder. The base expands to keep the holder in place. No adhesives nor suction cup. Takes away one of your cup holders but works well.


I've been using this one for last 2 years with a Pixel 6 pro. They also have a vent or dash mount, but I prefer not having anything blocking the vents or adhesives on the dash.

charley95

Do you watch Youtube while you're driving?

Mangsailor

bclexus

909

Back in the day, I was glassing 12 inch touchscreens for shows and car meets. Way before Teslas were around.

I try not to actively "watch" YouTube while driving. It's mostly for the passenger. But I'll cycle through music videos with the steering wheel buttons. Google Maps is just easier to read on a big screen. Plus its a touchscreen.

I take a lot of road trips, so I'll throw the entire setup in my boat when I get on the water, or bring it into my cottage when I get there.

jgscott

iTrader: (1)

Nice. That looks like a Classics old school JDM Honda. Nopi days!

I was working on Acura's, ZX's, and had a Supra.

charley95

Yeah man. I just wish traffic would steer clear of me when I'm trying to focus on a free Youtube movie.