Working in the Car: Phone Holder, Charger, and Screen Protector

If you’re often on the road for work, such as shopping at wholesalers, you likely use your phone constantly: for navigation, price comparison apps, and calls. Three small items can make this much more pleasant.

The Phone Holder: Reliable In-Car Mounting

Many inexpensive holders attach to the window with a suction cup, which can easily detach in heat or cold. An alternative is the Anker MagGo Car Holder (Qi2, 15 W). It magnetically holds a MagSafe iPhone (from iPhone 12) to the ventilation grille and wirelessly charges it at up to 15 W. A USB-C cable and a 25 W car adapter are included. At around 349 g, however, it is quite heavy, so the ventilation grille should be stable.

Charging on the Go: Multiple Devices with One Power Adapter

For multi-day shopping trips, such as to trade shows or more distant wholesalers with overnight stays, it’s practical to be able to charge multiple devices simultaneously. A power adapter like the Anker 735 Charger (GaNPrime, 65 W) is suitable for this. It offers two USB-C ports and one USB-A port and is compact with dimensions of 6.6 × 3.8 × 2.9 cm and a weight of 125 g. The power is 65 W for one device, and the power is distributed among the ports when multiple devices are used.

Screen Protector: Affordable Insurance for Your Phone

When browsing pallets and taking photos of merchandise, your phone often ends up in situations where a screen protector is useful. For the iPhone 17, for example, the Spigen GLAS.tR EZ Fit for iPhone 17 (2-Pack) is an option. The installation frame makes application easier, and the package contains two glasses. It’s important to pay attention to compatibility with the specific iPhone model when purchasing.

What’s Worth Getting First

If you only want to acquire one of these, start with the holder: A securely mounted phone makes navigation more relaxed and less distracting. The charger and screen protector can be added as your trips get longer.