Why so many phone holders?

[LouisvEarlleJT]

Honest question. I don't think I've ever been on a forum with so many threads/posts about phone holders.

What's the point? With either bluetooth or wired carplay you can see anything of value that would pop up on your phone on the radio display.

Are folks just like, driving around streaming netflix or something?

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[Mr._Bill]

Not everyone has a head unit with a good display for CarPlay or Android Auto. In some states, like Nevada, it is illegal to even have the phone in your hand while driving, but it is okay to have it mounted in front of you and touch it with your fingers.

 

[LouisvEarlleJT]

Not everyone has a head unit with a good display for CarPlay or Android Auto. In some states, like Nevada, it is illegal to even have the phone in your hand while driving, but it is okay to have it mounted in front of you and touch it with your fingers.

Fascinating! I knew some early models had the 5" screen but hadn't thought about traffic laws.

 

[saintpauljeff]

I don't even really connect my phone to CarPlay, maybe once a month. I just ignore all the phone holder threads/posts since they're not really applicable to me

 

[Mr._Bill]

I use Google Maps with Android Auto instead of the built-in NAV due to the live updates and ability to pick and reroute for the quickest path to the destination. I also seem to get better call quality over the USB cable. I have not yet installed a holder, the phone just lays on the passenger seat.

 

[Mav4x4Chris]

I don't want it in my pocket and there is nowhere else to put it in the JT besides a crappy door net, cramming between the cups, or constantly opening the center console - so it goes on a mount to the right of my dash screen. Has a home and out the way.

 

[Gren71]

 

[Trollboogie]

I just use Android auto and lay my phone next to the e brake handle.

 

[Pioneer7]

The age range of a majority of posters should tell you all you need to know. Looool... You're either an Uber driver or over the age of 35 if you still use a phone holder.

That or the likely more realistic answer is "offroad" stuff.

 

[Beemer533]

Honest question. I don't think I've ever been on a forum with so many threads/posts about phone holders.

What's the point? With either bluetooth or wired carplay you can see anything of value that would pop up on your phone on the radio display.

Are folks just like, driving around streaming netflix or something?

I don't really like how android auto neuters Google map functionality so I don't use it much. I stream music and use Google maps on my phone.

I also don't want my phone just kicking around the jeep while I am driving.

 

[WambliSka]

I'm a heavy user of Apple CarPlay (and technology in general) and the controls built into my Gladiator, and it makes my personal and professional life MUCH easier. I look for music/entertainment, directions, answer emails, text messages etc. all using voice commands or built in controls in the Jeep extensively while I drive, and it turns my occasional long drive into a lot more effective use of my time.

BUT, every once in a while I do need to hands-on access my phone because of limitations on CarPlay/Siri and right now It rides in an aftermarket plastic pocket organizer on the side of the console that I got from Amazon, actually a REALLY nice addition to the Gladiator.

So I've been looking/evaluating the phone holders as a "maybe" addition. It would be nice to be able to actually see/use my phone if touching something on it is a better option, than fishing it out of the holder and juggling it in my hands. Won't detract from the built in screen, which I LOVE, but it will add capabilities, AND I can then run and multiple apps at the same time.

 

[azmojave]

Some offroad map apps don’t work on the screen so I need to see my phone.

 

[JTenn]

I just use Android auto and lay my phone next to the e brake handle.

That's what I did before the bullet point.

 

[Mtpisgah]

The reason for so many phone holder threads is because this crappy website does not have a search function.

/s

 

[Barnaby’sdad]

Without threads like that, you wouldn’t find ideas to mount a microphone holder without screwing up your dash trim or putting a hole somewhere.

I guess haters gonna hate.

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