If you've ever dealt with a janky windshield mount, you know they're often more trouble than they're worth. There is a better way. Police, firefighters, and motorcycle riders all need secure, quality mounting tools. Usually they get their mounts from RAM Mounts, which makes an interchangeable mounting system in the USA. From Amazon, it's $46, or about 20% off the list price. [Amazon]
That makes it about the same price as the cheap crappy mounts you'll find at Wal-Mart or your local retailer, and a much better value. The X-Mount is the model you want; it's a universal mount that'll work with your iPhone or Android.
And don't forget, this is the mount that Gizmodo called "a lifechanger."
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