Straps, tethers and not dropping the phone
What actually fails on a phone strap is the connector tab, not the strap. Check it monthly.
Getting a phone tripod to actually stay still
Height is the number on the box. Stability is what you actually need, and they work against each other.
Cables: why they fail, and how to make them last
Almost every dead cable fails at the same two centimetres. Knowing that changes how you handle it.
Choosing a car mount that survives an Indian summer
Heat is what kills dashboard mounts. Vent, windshield and dashboard each fail differently.
Will an adhesive grip stick to my case?
The pad only bonds to smooth, hard plastic. Silicone, textured TPU and fabric are the three it fails on.