the present invention is directed towards flexible assemblies , and in some embodiments , ball and socket joint connectors which , when interconnected , form a flexible assembly . in some embodiments , the ball and socket joint connectors utilize an over - molded strip around the outside of the connector to facilitate in their use for gripping . in an exemplary embodiment utilizing the aforementioned ball and socket joint connectors , a mounting apparatus uses a leg or legs comprising flexible joints and magnetic attachments for support .