i'm trying to figure out how tightly my phone will be held in there. like is it just spring load and if so how strong. or does it click into place?
1594753
It's sprint loaded. It's holds my phone nice a snug. I have a Note 3. Hope that helps.
1594754
The phone is held in very tight because one set of forks is spring loaded and holds the phone well. The major problem I had with this unit it the suction cup. I found that the suction cup got stiff and wouldn't stick to anything in very cold weather. If you live in a cold climate this will be a major problem for you. I have a different Akron holder in my other car that doesn't have this problem: Arkon Windshield or Dashboard Car Mount Holder for iPhone 5 iPhone 5S HTC One Motorola Moto X
1594755
It holds the phone very tight but keep in mind that it is not just one big piece. The clamps that hold the phone in simply side on and off (left to right) and the plate the phone sits in also detaches from the base very easily. It does not click into place and you need to use two hand to pull the clamps up carefully not putting too much pressure on the rest of it otherwise the whole thing can fall apart. You cannot remove the phone quickly either and it requires two hands. I do not recommend this product as it is not easy to use and has too many pieces.
1594756
Hi John, this specific unit springs up while putting the phone in it. It is very secure, mine you, I have a Samsung Mega and my phone is completely sturdy and it will not fall out at all. It is also very easy to remove your phone once you are ready to take it with you... Hope this helps! ;D
1594757
It's spring loaded but the spring is plenty strong enough to hold your phone. It won't slip out.
1594758
It is spring loaded, but I wouldn't say "just spring loaded". It is very strong, and I've never had any problem with the phone coming out (or even wobbling at all). Very secure.
1594759
It is spring loaded with enough tension to securely hold it in place. I've even put an iPad Mini 2 in it (with longer 'forks') with no issues.
1831864
No. It moves back and forth to make it easy to connect your phone, but it's not flimsy at all. We've had it over a year and it's held up great.
1131766
We have not used it very much so as to the spring holding up I am sorry I can't help you. It does hold the GPS very well and tight. Was hoping to travel more but haven't yet. Sorry I can't answer very well for you
1140630
Since the fit is snug, it's quite a pull. I wear my phone clip sidewards. This allows me with my right hand just to slide it out and slide it back. If it's vertical, (phone can be vertical or horizontal) I find it harder. The horizontal positioning of the phone is better since movement is more physiological. No need to move a clip. The fit is perfect for the phone.
1662301
They holds good. There is a button on the right side that pops the sides out and then you put your phone in and press them closed till they click in. Once you adjust it, it will stay that size for the next use. My wife uses this with here iPhone that has a case on it and it stays in even in a car with stiff suspension.
1351614
Depends on the road. When I see my phone moving around, I just push it back in. It actually stays in place pretty well.
537762
It holds the phone firmly in the case. It won't fall out any at all, not even if it were dropped.
590848
the back of phone is somewhat flat, but you see the holster part curving slightly, and the spring loaded lock latch on top of holster that locks phone in doesnt lock completely so any slight bump the phone might pop out.
1676745
Andrew, mine was so tight it shut the phone down, by keeping the on / off button pressed. I actually worried about damaging my new phone, trying to get it out, after I wedged it in there. I sent it back.
1547065
you do have to pull a little bit use your arm muscles I would say. But it is nice and tight and I have dropped my phone and the case is in tack and did not fall apart.
383434
The holster holds the phone pretty snug. Even thought its a snug fit removing the phone from the holster is not a problem. Its a snug enough fit that the phone doesn't come off the holster without user intervention but loose enough that you can get the phone out with minimal effort.
635035
I've had it for about six months and removed/re-stuck about five times with no issues. Right now it is hanging upside down under my dash and is pushed, pulled and practically yanked with four different drivers using it to hold their phones and it's holding very strong.
1309427
Phone fits in pretty tight and has small leather strap that goes over the front tucks behind it to help secure it. Haven't had any issues with my phone slipping it.
537761
Hi Linda! The plastic holder is meant to hold your phone quite securely. It clicks into place and if held at any angle should stay in place. Of course, we cannot guarantee that if you drop your phone, that it will not break, as plastic may do that. As another customer mentioned here, if any part were to crack as well, that would also weaken the hold. If there's anything else, just let me know. I can be contacted directly via this link:
1001511
It doesn't really provide any grip at all. It protects the phone very well, but if you're holding it very loosely, it will most likely fall.
1650401
You just push away from your phone. The case cant just seperate from the phone though. It is a true to size fit almost, that is stiff enough to hold it in and yet flexible if you need to get out for a while. Which I rarely do because the case is that good.
1783804
It's a tight fit, but I tried my iPHONE 5 with Otter Box and it secures it. It will not close on the phone in the horizontal position but vertically it will. Totally collapsed, it measures about 4-3/8ths, top to bottom (inside measurement).