If you travel in your car a lot or frequently use your phone throughout the day, then you need a car charger so that you never run out of juice. There’s plenty of car chargers out there to chose from, whether it’s a fancy dock and charger or one of the simple USB car chargers available. I’ve taken a closer look at three of our most popular car chargers available:
Navigon iPhone 4S / 4 Car Holder with Charger
Navigon iPhone 4/4S Car Holder and Charger
I actually own a Navigon as my iPhone 4S car charger and what I personally like about it is its curved style. It looks a lot more stylish than other car charger and dock combos, but does the job just as well.
This car holder can be stuck to your windscreen at the angle to suit you with the simple suction cup. Therefore you can position it in a place on your windscreen which is not only safe but also comfortable to use.
When using the Navigon you can angle it so that your phone is in either a portrait or landscape view, which is great for when using the maps feature of your iPhone, or for plugging in phone chargers, FM transmitters and other accessories.
Using an accessory like the Navigon you still have all the features of your phone available but your phone is docked safely and securely whilst doing so.
The included car charger is a simple USB charger meaning you can use your own cable and it’s compatible with both cars and trucks.
USB Car Charger Adapter
USB Car Charger Adapter
The USB car charger adapter is in my eyes a staple accessory for any car.
Cheap and cheerful, this USB plug slots into the cigarette lighter and will charge any accessory via USB. This means not only can you charge your phone, but you could charge a Kindle, hand held gaming system like the DS and even tablets.
This means that if you’re on a long journey, you can keep your passengers occupied without the fear of batteries running out and calls of ‘Are we there yet?’
Compatible with any USB cable, this charger can be used on its own or with a dock, making it multi-functional and essential. The plug can hide away in your glove box when not in use but you’ll be glad it’s there when you run out of juice!
Genuine Samsung Galaxy S2 i9100 Vehicle Dock
Genuine Samsung Galaxy S2 Vehicle Dock
The last dock and car charger on my list is the Genuine Samsung Galaxy S2 Vehicle Dock. In a similar way to the Navigon it docks and charges your phone, so it’s a great Samsung Galaxy S2 car charger.
Being an official product, the perfect fit and compatibility is assured with this vehicle dock. It clips your phone in place safely and securely ensuring that it won’t fall out if you take a corner too hard.
Like the Navigon it can be attached to your windscreen by a simple suction cup, meaning you can dock your phone safely and legally, at the most comfortable angle for you. To add even more comfort you can view your phone in portrait or landscape, so again it’s great for SatNav apps.
The USB charger fits nicely into the phone and like all Samsung chargers keeps your phone fully juiced whilst you’re on the go.
Sleek and sophisticated, this is a great vehicle dock and charger for all S2 owners.
So that’s my top three; whether you agree or disagree let me know through the usual channels
I was happy to see this morning that I had a visitor on my desk. His name is Android (Andy for short), and he’s got a pretty sweet gig as the mascot for Google’s mobile OS.
A Great Little Sound Box
The little guy isn’t just for show either; you can connect with him over Bluetooth using your phone or PC, and then he’ll happily belt out whatever tune you play. If you’d like to change tracks, you can just twist his head. If you want him to play or pause, just push down on his head. It’s a bit cruel, so you might want to recharge him over USB when you’re done, just to put things right.
The speaker is of great quality for its size, and at 2W loud enough for my co-workers to glare at me a bit. You can even give him a platform for his considerable aural talents with the included desk stand, which is useful for bringing the microphone a bit closer and enhancing the sound quality.
You’re Not Just Talking To Yourself
His talents aren’t limited to music, either. You can also use him to relay your calls, with his built-in microphone. The sound quality is surprisingly good, with calls coming through loud and clear. You can also use the speaker to perform voice dialling and voice commands. Altogether, it’s a cute and convenient way to handle your calls hands-free.
Want one of your own?
If you’d like a little more Android in your life, you should order an Android mascot sound box of your very own, exclusively from Mobile Fun. You can even take a look at a video below, which shows off its features in a little more detail.
Social Media Giveaway
We’re giving away five of these Android buddy speaker robots to our social media followers.
To celebrate the success of Android handsets, we’ve put together the Top 10 Android accessories.
10. Dell Streak Wallet Case
Made from genuine leather with a microfibre interior, this Dell Streak case is the perfect companion for your handset.
Looking highly professional yet durable from the exterior but providing soft shock absorbing protection from the inside, this cover removes any smudges or smears, including those nasty fingerprint marks, whilst the handset is housed inside.
Unlike any of the other Dell Streak Cases available, the official one contains an integrated kickstand which holds your device at a 45 degree angle, making it perfect for streaming media, surfing the web and using many of the other features on the handset. Another great aspect of this case, is that it has compartments for storing MicroSD cards, so you’ll always be able to carry around extra multimedia hassle free.
Dell Streak Wallet Case
9. XPERIA Neo Sony Ericsson LiveDock Multimedia Station
The LiveDock is one the coolest XPERIA Neo accessories available, as not only does it look sleek and stylish but it also packs a punch when it comes to sound quality.
The dock houses your XPERIA handset at the perfect angle to stream media and play games and allows you to charge your phone whilst it’s docked; so not only is it a dock but it’s also an XPERIA Neo charger. The LiveDock can also be used to sync your handset and run your apps from, making it the complete media package for all XPERIA owners.
Sony Ericsson LiveDock Multimedia Station
8. Case-Mate HTC Sensation screen protector
Every handset needs a mobile phone screen protector in order to prevent the screen from being scratched and damaged by things as simple as dust and dirt. We’re a big fan of the Case-Mate HTC Sensation screen protector as not only does it protect from damage, but it is also anti-glare and anti-fingerprint.
The great thing about having an anti-finger print screen protector is that all possible screen marks have been eradicated and personally I always find fingerprints to be the worst to try and clean off, so an anit-fingerprint screen protector is a blessing.
The Case-Mate screen protector kit comes with two screen protectors making it one of the best value for money Sensation accessories available.
Case-Mate HTC Sensation screen protector
7. HTC Desire HD Car Upgrade Kit CU S400
This HTC Desire HD car holder comes complete with both windscreen and dashboard attachments, meaning you can position your handset in the prefect position which is both comfortable and safe for whilst driving.
Choose between docking your phone in portrait or landscape mode, making using the SatNav features or simply listening to the music on your handset simple and easy.
The package also comes with a HTC Desire HD charger meaning that you’ll never run out of power whilst one the go. Even better the phone stops charging once the battery is full, so you don’t waste any power.
HTC Desire HD car upgrade kit CU S400
6. Sony Ericsson XPERIA Arc Pull Cord Pouch Case
This XPERIA Arc pouch is one of the toughest XPERIA Arc accessories available, due to it’s hard pouch casing and soft interior.
Made specifically for the Arc, this pouch offers a tight fit for the handset ensuring it comes to no damage and is shock absorbent, as well as protective from scratches and scrapes. To help remove the Arc from the pouch, it comes complete with a pull cord, which when not in use, flaps over the top of the handset adding extra protection and ensuring the handset never falls out of the pouch.
As this is a pouch it means that it does not contain cut-outs such as one for an XPERIA Arc charger, but other ports at the top of the handset can still be accessible.
Sony Ericsson XPERIA Arc Pull Cord Pouch
5. HTC Sensation Powerskin Extended Battery Case
Battery power is a huge strife for smartphone owners today as handsets never seem to have enough battery life and after a full charge before you know it you’re down to 20% battery. Thankfully Powerskin have released an extended battery HTC Sensation case, which doubles your battery life without adding a large amount of bulk to the handset.
The case ensures that all features and buttons are still accessible, but also has LED lights on the back which indicate how much battery power you have remaining of your 1500mAH.
What makes HTC Sensation cases made from silicone special is that they not only protect from scratches and scrapes, but they also provide shock absorption and provide a more comfortable grip, preventing those butterfingers moments.
HTC Sensation Powerskin Extended battery Case
4. Samsung Galaxy S2 Leather Case
This Samsung Galaxy S2 case is the perfect combination of classic style and fashion of the moment. Made from tan coloured genuine leather, this wallet style pouch provides complete protection for your handset, whilst looking elegant and timeless.
One of the great features of this Samsung Galaxy S2 pouch is that it comes with a microfibre cleaning cloth, allowing your to keep your screen clean at all times, then keep the cleaning cloth in the provided holder. However a Samsung Galaxy S2 screen protector is advised for the best screen protection against scratches and smears.
Samsung Galaxy S2 leather Pouch
3. LG Optimus 3D Kick Stand Hard Case
This kickstand case is one of the most popular LG Optimus 3D accessories currently sold on the site. Not only does it protect your handset from bumps and scratches but it also contains an integrated kickstand, which provides the perfect viewing angle for media, web surfing or simply using the 3D effects on the phone.
This LG Optimus 3D case contains all the cut-outs needed to keep the 3D handset fully functioning, including those for the 2D and 3D camera and the charging port, meanign no longer will you have to put up with the hassle of removing your handset from one of it’s LG Optimus 3D cases before using it’s features.
LG Optimus 3D kickstand case
2. HTC EVO 3D Desktop Docking Station
Just missing the top spot is the HTC EVO 3D Docking Station, which combines a desktop dock, desk stand and HTC EVO 3D charger with so much more. Designed to be minimal and show off all the HTC EVO 3D has to offer, this dock is one of the most stylish HTC EVO 3D accessories available, as it is sleek and timeless, fitting into the most stylish of homes.
This docking station helps to keep your HTC EVO 3D fully charged at all times, whilst syncing, streaming media or simply being docked whilst not in use. When teamed up with an MHL adapter the docking station can also be turned into home cinema, streaming 1080p video straight to your HD ready TV. This makes sharing media with family and friends a joy.
HTC EVO 3D Desktop Docking Station
1. Samsung Galaxy S2 MHL TV-Out Adapter
Topping our countdown is the product that everybody’s after, the MHL lead for Samsung Galaxy S2. Everytime we manage to get stock in of these elusive wires, they sell out faster than we can stock the shelves, meaning this lead tops the chart in both Samsung Galaxy S ii accessories and our Android Top 10.
What makes this lead so special is that it allows you to playback your videos and images taken on your Galaxy S2 to your HD TV through the HDMI cable. This means that the quality of picture you can view on your TV is better than you could with previous handsets, as you’re using the HDMI port.
The cable also features a micro USB input, meaning you can charge your handset whilst you stream media to your TV, so you’ll never run out of power whilst entertaining your friends and family.
If you were asked to name the most powerful handset in the world, what would you say? iPhone 4? BlackBerry Torch 9800? HTC Desire HD?
It’s actually the LG Optimus 2X, which launched last Friday and is the world’s first dual-core smartphone. Boasting the NVidea Tegra 2 chip, the superchip that’s been powering the tablet revolution, the Optimus 2X is way ahead of other smartphones in speed, delivery and potential – developers are only just beginning to get to grips with what dual-core technology could offer for smartphones in the future.
LG Optimus 2X
Of course, all that power would be completely useless if the rest of the phone didn’t match up, but luckily the rest of what the Optimus 2X offers is pretty good too. It comes with Android 2.2 Froyo (and can be upgraded to 2.3 Gingerbread) and features an enormous 4-inch hi-res capacitive touchscreen, 8MP camera and HD video recording with HDMI output.
The number of HTC Desire spin-offs seems to be getting quite ridiculous lately, what with the Desire HD, Desire Z and now the Desire S – not to mention the rumoured Desire HD2, a device which sounds so stonkingly good that it may well be set to wipe all others off the map later in the year!
If you don’t fancy waiting for the Desire HD2, though, the SIM free Desire S looks like a fantastic handset. It’s being touted as an evolved version of the Desire, and given that the Desire was HTC’s flagship phone of 2010 and not exactly puny itself in terms of power, that’s really saying something.
HTC Desire S
So how does it differ from the original Desire? Well, for starters, it’s lighter and smaller, featuring a slimmer and stronger unibody design. HTC have basically taken the Desire and made it even more desirable.
It’s also got a heightened sense of speed and clarity, with a faster GPU, more RAM and more internal storage space (a whopping 1.1GB). All of that, on top of the 1GHz Snapdragon processor, makes the Desire S a force to be reckoned with.
The most obvious aesthetic difference is the addition of a front-facing camera; up until now, one of the major edges that the iPhone 4 held over the Desire. That takes video-calling and self-portraiture to a new level (how many times have you had to take a picture of yourself by just pointing and clicking blindly?! Or…perhaps that’s just me…)
It runs Android 2.3 Gingerbread, of course, and has a huge 3.7-inch touchscreen (if you want even bigger than that, you’re better off with the Desire HD). You can grab an HTC Desire S screen protector for it over on the main site, along with a range of other accessories.
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