Hold, please. A phone mount is the smart way to watch where you're going while you, um, watch where you're going. (Amazon)(Amazon)
Unless your car was built in the last handful of years, there's a good chance it didn't roll off the lot with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. And if you're anything like me — directionally challenged and fully dependent on Google Maps — that can be a problem. Sure, you could spring for an expensive aftermarket head unit. Or you could do what most of us do: stick with a good old-fashioned phone mount.
A solid mount keeps your phone within view and within reach — whether you're cruising through the neighborhood or heading out on a road trip. And right now, the best-selling Suuson 3-in-1 Car Phone Mount is just $8, which is a lot less than a new infotainment system.
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Stop keeping your phone in your lap or center console. Keep it on the dash, where you can easily glance at it — but mostly, keep your eyes on the road.
If you need your phone nearby while driving, either for GPS or as a streaming device for music, you need to be hands-free. Trust us: It's a lot less expensive than a ticket. Also, this is close to the lowest price we've ever seen for this phone mount by quite a bit, and you can't put a price on safety.
Many phone holders struggle to maintain their grip when temperatures start to climb (or drop), but not this one. The Suuson can maintain adhesion in temperatures ranging from -4°F to 230°F. If you remove it and it loses its stickiness, a quick rinse with soap and water will make it like new again.
And we'll reiterate: Most states have hands-free driving laws. You can pay a pricey fine if you're caught glancing down at your phone. Not to mention, it's just plain dangerous to take your eyes off the road.
Nearly 2,800 drivers rely on this phone mount to help get them home safely, saying it's a five-star buy.
"I got a new car and it did not have anywhere to put my phone," this motorist moaned. "I was looking for something that would hold my phone so it would be viewable while driving. This did the job. It mounts to the dash (or to the air vents) and holds my phone securely while I am driving. It does its job well and adjusts to different-sized phones."
This shopper admired the Suuson's versatility. "One of the standout features of this phone holder, aside from its easy installation, is its adjustable extension. You can extend it to achieve various angles and heights, making it incredibly versatile for different situations. The sturdy design ensures that your phone stays securely in place."
"I had one phone holder before this and it kept falling down when I placed my phone in it," one reviewer ruefully recalled. "But this one has been amazing. It holds my phone and it doesn't fall. I tried all the attachments and have had no issues."
One Sunshine Stater noted that torrid climates are not the Suuson's friend: "I live in Florida, and in the summer, my car gets HOT. The suction cup worked well enough in moderate temperatures, but the moment it gets hot, the suction disappears and the sticky texture on the cup isn't enough to save it."
This customer offered a bit of advice: "I tried the included alternate mounting for AC vents and no way will that work. Stick with the suction mount."
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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
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