Poorman's GoPro ($1 Mod)
 

Today while shopping at $1 store (Because I'm Poor) I came across this suction cup anti slip mat for cellphones... then a bright idea came to my mind.

I've always wanted a GoPro but wasn't sure if the pricetag was worth it, because it would be mostly a one time use gadget. I often do drag race with a group of friends and this is great to record their run.

So I made this, with some small adjustments you can get a great recording angle!!

Features of the PoorMan's GoPro:
-720p HD recording and 5mp stills with iPhone 4, Audio recording. 1080p available with more advanced phones.
-REAL TIME viewing and playback of your recordings
-Firm grip allow video stability, while still maintaining rear view mirror function
-Easy 1-Step to install and remove, no tools required.
-Bonus: Doubles as GPS, portable gaming system, etc.

Cons:
-Only compatible with flat backs cellphones
-Only in-cabin record allowed at the time, a PoorMans Gopro v2 is under development which retains all the functionality of the v1 plus exterior video recording.

Only purple heart shape was available at the time. :icon14: But I think it is quite cute
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Still Taken going at 30mph
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Video Footage. In case you're wondering I have stock I/E

Good mod! +1

going off your idea, you could even just use a couple elastic bands...

lulz

Excellent mod. Way easier than putting a metal rod behind your headrest.

lol!! excellent april fools joke! :tup: +rep

LOL, great for street driving....maybe. But to others, please don't attempt this at a track. Hopefully Tech would not pass this anyway.

And yet a nother application for iphone.

lolz. Great idea, but a suction mount isn't all that expensive.

Just Mobile Xtand Go for iPhone 4 / 4S (White) ST-169W B&H Photo

Intova Suction Cup Mount SCM B&H Photo Video

...best way is to make the MightyBobo version of the camera mount attached to the headrest posts, run a 1/4" 20 count bolt up through bottom, attach a $10 tripod mount to that, and attach a $6 iphone grip type case that has a tripod mount thread on the bottom. not as cheap as your version, but much better imho :tup: