Deff Airput: A rechargeable smartphone stand that won’t fall off even while driving. [COOL GADGETS Vol. 66]

Always-on wireless charging while driving

It supports PD3.0 compatible cigarette lighter type USB power sources, allowing you to wirelessly charge your smartphone with up to 15W of power (iPhones are limited to 7.5W output).

Needless to say, many people use their smartphones in some way while in the car. The problem is where to place the smartphone. Even if you don’t operate it directly, you’re still interested in notifications of who’s calling and messages. Naturally, there are tons of smartphone mounts available for cars, but Airput is the first product that has felt as “perfect” as my car. My car life is extremely dependent on CarPlay, but at the same time, attaching a smartphone to a mount is a pain. It’s basically just because I’m lazy, but Airput is so easy that even I, who’s so lazy I’ve never used a mount, use it every time.

All you have to do is press your smartphone onto the mount. The electric suction cup then firmly holds your smartphone. It can hold not only smartphones but even mini tablets without any problems, so you don’t have to worry about them falling off even when you’re riding or on curves. It even has a Qi-standard 15-watt wireless charging function.

So, what does it actually do? As explained, when you press your smartphone against this mount, the electric air pump sucks out the air from inside the suction cup, automatically adhering it to the phone. However, it also constantly monitors the suction state and automatically restarts the pump if it is in danger of falling. Thanks to this mechanism, the phone will never fall, even if it is slightly misaligned. The load capacity is 5kg vertically and 8kg horizontally. Removal is also easy. Press the button on the side to let air flow into the suction cup, allowing you to quickly remove it. There is no need to adjust the screws or move the clamp to hold it in place.

Strong suction power for peace of mind while driving

The device mount uses a powerful air pump, so there is almost no risk of it falling off while riding. To remove it, just press the release button with one touch. — [1]

The Airput can withstand a load of approximately 8 kg horizontally and 5 kg vertically, so it maintains a strong adhesive force even during any shaking inside the car. I was able to hold a 12.3-inch iPad Pro. — [1]

If your car model doesn’t support CarPlay and Android Auto wirelessly, you’ll need to purchase an additional wireless connection adapter. In the case of the ND Roadster, wireless CarPlay isn’t available, but you can still connect to CarPlay wirelessly by installing an additional adapter, so consider purchasing one at the same time if necessary.

Although the set includes a clamp that fits car air conditioning vents, it uses a standard 17mm ball joint, so you can use it on a desk by replacing it with a suitable stand or mount. It has enough fixing strength to hold even a large tablet, so the range of applications should be wide depending on your ideas.

A power source is essential to maintain the electric suction and prevent it from falling off. If the built-in battery runs out, there is a risk of it falling off. Even if the power is cut off when the ignition is turned off, the built-in battery will continue to hold the car in place for about five hours, but it is recommended that you remove your smartphone when parking for an extended period of time. With the widespread use of CarPlay and Android Auto, some people may no longer use the original navigation system.

Highly versatile attachments

It comes with an attachment that uses a horizontally movable arm that can be used on a wide range of vehicles. It is a highly versatile attachment that can be firmly fixed with a hand-operated screw.

In my case, I rely on navigation apps all the time. Even those who prefer the original navigation system probably prefer to use their smartphones for music. Some apps also allow for more detailed displays by combining the CarPlay screen with the smartphone screen. My favorite car navigation app, COCCHI, uses CarPlay for the map screen and the smartphone screen for route guidance.

REPORT/Masakazu HONDA

PHOTO/Kunihisa KOBAYASHI

MAGAZINE/ GENROQ March 2025 issue

PRICE

6,979 yen

evaluation

This product is especially useful for lazy people, so why not give it a try? There’s no need to worry about the suction cup’s weight capacity. It even held a 12.3-inch iPad Pro without any issues.

Cost performance: 4

Ease of use: 5

Holdability: 5

Wireless charging performance: 5

Ease of installation: 4

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