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Jammer
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 Posted: Fri Jan 14, 2005 2:26 am Post subject: Is this Magnetic Windscreen Mount any good? |
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Can someone tell me if this Magnetic Windscreen Mount any good:
http://www.pdamods.com/proddetail.asp?prod=WSMMOUNT
I can't get a proper car kit for my PDA (Fujitsu Loox 420).
And in anycase, I don't really need one thanks to the dual charger cable I have with my Fortuna.
Any feedback would be appreciated.
Thanks.
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lbendlin
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| Posted: Fri Jan 14, 2005 5:01 am Post subject: |
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Looks similiar to the one provided with the Mitac Mio.
Two comments
- should not be used with Pocket PCs that have a CF slot. We did already have reports from users with CF Microdrives when all of a sudden the Microdrive sounds like "clicke-ti-clack" ...
- there is no "security net" that would prevent a falling down. The Mio mount for example has a leather pouch that goes over the magnetic plate, providing an additional safety layer.
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Jammer
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| Posted: Fri Jan 14, 2005 12:45 pm Post subject: |
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| lbendlin wrote: | - should not be used with Pocket PCs that have a CF slot. We did already have reports from users with CF Microdrives when all of a sudden the Microdrive sounds like "clicke-ti-clack" ...
- there is no "security net" that would prevent a falling down. The Mio mount for example has a leather pouch that goes over the magnetic plate, providing an additional safety layer. |
hmmm... i don't have a cf slot... so that doesn't apply to me.
but the 'security net' is a worry. 
i thought these things stuck on pretty good when stuck on!?
i think i'll order anyway...
thanks for the reply.
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| Posted: Sat Feb 05, 2005 11:21 am Post subject: |
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thanks for info was going to buy 1 ,but now i wont
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| Posted: Sat Feb 05, 2005 11:29 am Post subject: |
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Brodit have cradles for the Loox 400 series. They would be the best and safest solution.
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Jammer
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I had a look and all of the models are for screwing onto a wall.
Not good for a car. ;)
I would like to go for one of these if it was possible to put into a car??
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| Posted: Sat Feb 05, 2005 12:42 pm Post subject: |
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They're intended for in-car use! You affix the cradle to a ProClip which is a car specific clip that fits in your car without using screws. See our reviews of the Brodit system here.
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