I'll keep it simple.fit like a glove.
when phone is docked, it defaults to 'Voice talk' profile until changed
3.5mm audio out, when docked audio default to output until changed in settings
dedicated power port
included dc power cord (4 feet)
strong suction
comes with dash plate
one issue...if phone in direct sunlight...dock and phone get very hot.
Another issue...if using Samsung cover it barely fits in the dock.
1. The sliding micro USB connector connects and disconnects from the device very easily.
2. Many apps have functionality that is only activated when dock connector is engaged (eg. Spotify actually switches to landscape orientation).
3. The phone fits the mount perfectly, and looks nice mounted on the dash.
The bad:
1. There is very annoying interference from the car engine when using the audio out from the dock. I tried two chargers (including the official Samsung car adapter), and two audio cables, thinking it may be a grounding issue, but the interference remains. My Kensington LiquidAUX Bluetooth hands-free/charger has no interference at all, so I have to suspect this dock is at fault.
2. The package did NOT include the mounting plate that was advertised.
3. The suction cup doesn't adhere to any surface (including the glass) for longer than 15 minutes without falling off. The mounting plate would probably solve this had it been included. I was uncomfortable leaving my phone in the unit for fear it would take fall damage, until I worked around it by milling two channels through the base with a Dremel tool, and driving two bolts directly through it and into my dash, mounting it very securely.
4. The dock angles up and out at a steep angle, and the plastic isn't rigid enough to support the weight of the phone, causing it to shake a great deal while driving. The phone fits so tightly that it's in no danger of falling out, but the rattling noises caused by this are extremely annoying. I fashioned a kick-stand out of a small aluminum rod to solve this, but a product should not require this many workarounds.
Other thoughts:
I can't fault Samsung for their precision engineering on this, but this dock is incompatible with every case I have, including the 0.2mm ultra-thin case I purchased hoping it would fit. If you feel a case is a necessity to protect your camera lens, look for a different dock.Having been a Nokia user, i appreciate a manufacturer that also makes dock for their products.
The product is solid and of good quality. It does not appear cheap.
My only complaint is that the arm seems a little short. It fits perfect on the center part of the windshield, but i prefer my dock on the left side, so it does not fit well on that section. I assumed its because of the size.It's original and from Samsung so it works really really well.
However, please note that it only works for Note 1... as it fits exactly. It cannot be used for any other models.This mount works great, the suction cup is very strong, the phone fits perfectly and the charger actually charges while you use navigation. The Galaxy Note is a large phone and many other chargers can't keep up when the device is navigating but this one will slowly charge as you use it. The phone will not fit in the mount with a case on so if you use a case you will have to remove it to use this.
The mount also has a cutout for the camera. Now you may be wondering why you would need to take pictures while you are driving. This makes it perfect for any dash camera app, you can record while you drive and have evidence for insurance or anything else. They though of everything on this.
Bottom line, if you use your Galaxy Note for navigation or in the car at all this is really worth it.
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