5 smart phone holders with charging function, also useful ideas for in-vehicle use

2022 version: A smart phone environment suitable for your car

Written by Hideaki Hamasaki

Nowadays, there are many situations where smartphones are used in the car, and car navigation apps and drive recorder apps are used. Many people enjoy music by using it or connecting it to car navigation systems and car audio via Bluetooth.

Of course, there are times when you can make hands-free calls.

In such a case, we recommend a “smartphone holder with a charging function” that can be installed in a position that is easy to see and handle, and can be used without worrying about the remaining battery level.

This time, let's introduce five unique models.

Sanwa Supply 200-CAR094 You can also place your drink

Sanwa Supply "200-CAR094" is a model with a flexible arm that allows you to set the holder to your preferred position.

This is a new product that was just released on December 24th.

The main body adopts a structure that can be easily fixed to a genuine drink holder (up to 7.2 cm in diameter).

5 smartphone holders with charging function Idea functions convenient for in-vehicle use

On the side, there are two USB ports that can be used to charge smartphones and tablets, and two accessory sockets that can supply power to portable navigation systems and drive recorders.

When you press the buttons on both sides of the holder part (6.4 to 13.2 mm wide and 0.9 to 2.5 cm thick), the arm opens and can be operated with one hand. It also has vertical/horizontal switching, vertical/horizontal adjustment, fall prevention guards, and scratch prevention cushions.

The shape is also compatible with a notebook type case.

Elecom P-CARS04 85mm long stay

The Elecom "P-CARS04" has a unique style that integrates a cigar plug, flexible arm, and holder. Mounted.

The base has two USB ports that are convenient for charging smartphones and tablets, and one accessory socket that can supply power to portable navigation systems and drive recorders.

In addition, the USB port is equipped with an "automatic charging" function that automatically detects the connected device and charges the fastest.

The arm can be freely rotated 360 degrees with a ball joint, and it supports smartphones with a width of about 45 to 90 mm and a thickness of about 22 mm.

It can be attached even with the notebook type case attached, and it also has a one-push button that can be removed with a single touch.

Carrozzeria SDA-SC510 2 types of mounting methods

The Carrozzeria "SDA-SC510" is equipped with an electric hold function that allows you to open and close the arm with the push of a button.

Compatible with the wireless charging "Qi" standard, depending on the smartphone model, charging will start just by placing it. Fast charging up to 15W is also possible.

The holder part is equipped with anti-slip pads and drop prevention parts to prevent the smartphone from falling when it is attached or detached.

By attaching two attachments, it is also a feature that you can choose the installation location from two places, on the dashboard and in front of the air conditioner louver.

Power can be obtained from the accessory socket, and a USB charger is also included.

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