# App-Enabled Car Smartphone Docks The 'QLYX' Smart Mounts Upgrade Your Vehicular Experience By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-07-28 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-mounts References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/magnetic-phone-mount-28-07-2017/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/352884567/qlyx-the-ultimate-smart-mount-that-tunes-your-life) Interacting with your smartphone when driving is a well-known distraction that should be avoided when the vehicle is in motion, so the 'QLYX' Smart Mounts are intended to help further encourage this. The mounts work by having your smartphone magnetically connected to the air vents in order to put the device at the optimal position for viewing. The mount will automatically launch a series of apps when your device is placed on it to let you get driving quicker without having to fiddle with the device in order to get the right app open. This includes the ability to launch [Spotify](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spotify-car-thing-1) to listen to music and Apple Maps, Waze or [Google](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abxylute-m4-snapon) to get directions to your next destination. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Smartphone-enabled Car Accessories:** Opportunity to develop smartphone accessories that enhance the driving experience while minimizing distractions. - **Automotive App Integration:** Potential for developing apps that seamlessly integrate with car-mounted devices to optimize functionality and convenience. - **Magnetic Mounting Technology:** Opportunity to innovate magnetic mounting systems that securely hold smartphones in optimal positions for easy viewing and interaction. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Accessories:** Industry can explore the development of innovative smartphone-enabled accessories to meet the demands of tech-savvy drivers. - **Mobile App Development:** Industry can capitalize on the need for apps that integrate with car-mounted devices to provide a seamless and personalized driving experience. - **Mounting Technology:** Industry can focus on enhancing magnetic mounting technology to accommodate various devices and offer improved stability for better user experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Suctioning Smartphone Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automatic-vacuum-suction-holder.md) - [Wireless Charging Auto Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charging-vent-mount.md) - [Self-Adjusting Smartphone Car Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/totallee-wireless-car-charger.md) - [Self-Closing Smartphone Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-smartphone-charger.md) - [Minimalist Vehicular Smartphone Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-charge-mount.md) - [Automotive Wireless Phone Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automotive-wireless-phone-charger.md) - [Magnetic Laptop Smartphone Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbita-iphone-mount.md) - [Wireless Phone-Charging Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qi2-wireless-car-charger.md) - [Magnetic Productivity Smartphone Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rolling-square-edge-kit.md)