A device designed to securely affix a mobile telephone to a surface via a clamping mechanism. Typically, these incorporate an adjustable grip to accommodate various phone sizes and a rigid or flexible arm for positioning. An example would be using one to attach a phone to a desk for hands-free video conferencing.
These fixtures are valuable for their ability to provide stable, accessible phone placement in diverse situations. This facilitates activities such as navigation while driving, viewing recipes while cooking, or creating stable video recordings. The origin can be traced to the increasing need for hands-free operation of mobile devices, driven by safety concerns and the growing use of smartphones for multimedia consumption.