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Different Ways to Mount the Blink Sync Module

The Blink Sync Module is the brains of the system. All Blink cameras communicate to the sync module. It needs to be centrally located so that all cameras can consistently communicate. Often, that central spot isn’t the most convenient. So, let’s discuss different ways to mount this device. Our advice applies to all models including the Blink, Blink XT and Blink XT2. Blink Sync Module Placement Dilemma For those that have multiple Blink cameras, this becomes a bit of a juggling act. Under the Blink app’s settings is a strength indicator for Camera to to Sync Module and Camera to … Read more

Mounting a Phone or Tablet on a Planet Fitness Stair Stepper

A Planet Fitness stair stepper is a grueling machine only intended for very serious workouts or punishing those that commit crimes. After five minutes of using a Planet Fitness As we pointed out in our article on mounts for the Planet Fitness recumbent bike, there are about twenty televisions to watch but you might not want to watch these while enduring your painful workout. Most Planet Fitness locations have great WiFi. Perhaps you want to watch YouTube or a podcast. Maybe listen to Pandora. A photo of a Planet Fitness stair stepper accompanies this article. We have been to three Planet … Read more

Garmin Bean Bag Mount Product Review

The most popular mount for a Garmin vehicular GPS is the Garmin Portable Friction Mount. The mount is manufactured by Garmin and is an extraordinarily popular mount. They officially refer to it as the portable friction mount but I still call it the Garmin bean bag mount. It has been available since the days of the first Garmin Nuvi which ironically is the model shown in the photo that accompanies this review. The Garmin bean bag mount weighs 1.5 pounds. The bottom of the mount features a rubber coated base which is designed to stay put in most normal driving … Read more

Blink XT2 Smart Security Camera Mounts

I can’t believe how far the Blink XT2 has come along since this brand was first introduced a few years ago. Blink clearly listen to their customers. Major improvements have been made to the quality of the camera, and just as importantly, the included mount. We looked at the two prior generations from Blink. The original Blink Home Security Camera is still available and marketed as an indoor solution. The Blink XT Security Camera has been replaced by the Blink XT2. This model is suitable for indoor or outdoor use. Using the Blink XT2 Stock Mount Blink has dramatically improved … Read more

Alternative Mounts for the Arlo Pro HD Home Security Camera

The Arlo Pro HD Home Security System is a great example of you get what you pay for. Sure, this is more expensive than other wireless cameras, but the quality is about the best we have experienced in a battery operated camera. For those unfamiliar with Arlo, the company is Netgear’s home security camera division. This article will examine some new ways to mount the Arlo Pro HD camera. Continuing the tradition of their magnetic dome-shaped mount, this camera includes the standard Arlo Smart Security Home Wall Mount. This mount has an adhesive backing and a dome on the front. The back of the … Read more

Wyze Cam v3 Mounting Options

The Wyze Cam v3 was introduced in late 2020 as the third iteration of the very successful line of cameras. It seems like Wyze addressed most of the shortcomings of their previous versions including the ability to utilize alternative mounts. We previously checked out the older Wyze cameras and noted the limited availability of alternative mounts. These were a few, but sparse offerings. Wyze Cam v3 Mounting Options in the Box The Wyze Cam v3 comes with a similar integrated stand as previous generations. The camera in the photo that accompanies this article has the stand folded inwards which is … Read more