SP CONNECT Bike Bundle II Universal Clamp

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After using SP Connect for almost four years on a very wide variety of bikes, the only time I had an issue was after mounting my Galaxy S20 directly to the bars of a Kawasaki W800 using the Universal Mount. When I stopped to take a picture, the camera was shaking continuously and couldn’t settle but after restarting the phone it was cured.

This happened because, with the previous SPC mount design, it was possible to locate only one of the lugs when fitting. If you didn’t realise, the phone could shake loose, so it was important to take care when fitting your phone. While I’ve been thoroughly impressed with the SP Connect system, there are other options. Here are a selection of others to consider… We have had reported issues with all brands we make phone cases for. However, other than with Apple, there have been too few issues with the other brands to name any model or brand as being at risk. While new new SP Connect SPC+ system can be a little more fiddly to mount than the previous vesion, it is much more secure.We reserve the right to not print any content that contains profanity or pornographic material. This is in accordance with our company's values and standards. Remember I said how I’d dropped my phone off the bike? It was mounted to the S1000XR I owned then – so about a meter and a half off the ground – and while riding at a good 60mph the phone was suddenly waving in front of me, attached to the USB cable that was charging it. Before I could react, it disappeared behind me and bounced down the road. The new case design is noticeably slimmer, and comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21 SPC case with the new SPC+, it’s obvious how much more compact it is.

The maximum acceleration occurring is reduced across the entire spectrum. This means that the peak values of all vibration frequencies are reduced, not only in the range of 30-60Hz. The RAM universal X-Grip mounts are popular with many (including road-test legend Simon Hargreaves), but they’re far from a subtle design, and some users report the phone’s buttons being pressed by the mount’s arms. Is it more of a problem with some devices than others due to the construction of the optical image stabilisation (OIS), and if so, what is the difference in the devices? Is it the bike’s engine vibration that’s causing the issue when it happens, or vibration from the road? Tests conducted on motorbikes showed that they experienced acceleration forces of up to 4G, and our laboratory tests were conducted with forces of up to 7G.As before, you can use a standard wireless charger with the SP Connect phone cases, but MagSafe compatibility is now standard too. Our Anti Vibration Module was first released in July 2020. It was developed internally with consultancy from an external team of frequency specialists. The tests were carried out in the laboratories of the FH Wr. Neustadt (University of Applied Sciences - Austria). According to our tests, frequencies in the range of 30-60Hz cause the issues. Actual peak frequencies can vary depending on the weight and setup of the phone mount. A significant difference between most Samsung and Apple devices is that the OIS in Samsung devices is deactivated when the camera is not being used, whereas the OIS in Apple devices is always activated. The quality of the image provided by the customer must meet print standards to ensure a high-quality final product. You will be alerted if the quality is insufficient.

Peak Design has a small selection of motorcycle mounts for its range of phone cases, though some of the prices are quite high. Wireless charging works fine with the new cases, and the MagSafe compatibility means a suitable charger can snap into place, rather than having to hunt around for the sweet spot. I should say though that performance might depend on your phone – my Galaxy S21 will easily juice up wirelessly with its case on – even with a cheap charger I bought from the Pound Shop – but my Pixel 7 Pro seems to be very unreliable with wireless charging. This is a fault of the Google device though, not SP Connect, and problems appear well documented online . Mous has also developed a range of motorcycle mounts to suit its cases, though options are rather limited for now, and prices seem to be on the high side.

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With two different length straps and a very effective grip thanks to a silicone band bonded to the rear of the straps, the Universal Mount could be ideal for swapping between motorcycles, and for using on the push-bike – it’ll fit on anything between 20mm and 90mm in diameter, so there’s plenty of versatility. The SP Connect Charging Anti Vibration Module includes the company’s vibration damping system (details below), and is made from machined aluminium that’s well sealed against the weather. The vibrations from the motorcycle engine cause the impairment – the vibrations from the road are not an issue as they are too volatile. As with any case, dust will still collect inside, so it’s worth popping your phone out every so often for a clean. The interior has a soft fabric to protect your device, but grit around the edges will, inevitably, cause some marks eventually. I’ve yet to see any phone case that avoids this.