This modification was done because I love my Nook Color as my XBMC Remote control for my entertainment center yet I hate to have to wire it to charge it every night.
1x Nook Color
1x Verizon Wireless Charging Inductive Battery Cover
1x Verizon Wireless Charging Pad
Video Demonstration: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jDCfnLNAv4
How To:
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Step 1: Tear apart the wireless charger from the back cover.
Step 2: Use a SHARP scissor to cut around the components until you have just the coil and the pcb board.
Step 3: Use a solder iron to remove the two gold BLOCKS and leave the solder pads.
Step 4: Take thin wire and wire up the + from the picture to the + of the Charge Pad and the Nook Color.
Step 5: Take thin wire and wire up the - from the picture to the - of the Charge Pad and the Nook Color.
Step 6: Thread the wires and position the charge cover directly in the middle of the battery.
Step 7: Close it up and test it out!
Sorry I posted this in the wrong sub-forum.
Link to the final thread
Freaking awesome and not that expensive. When I get some spending money I'll have to give it a shot!
What is the charge rate like? PC/USB rate I assume?
Grats on an AWESOME mod!
So the inductive charger is inside the NC? Do you have pictures of that?
And what's the charge rate?
khaytsus said:
So the inductive charger is inside the NC? Do you have pictures of that?
And what's the charge rate?
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Yes its in the actual case, Pictures tomorrow.
That is bad ass man!
Ian
pictures would certainly help
xboxexpert said:
Yes its in the actual case, Pictures tomorrow.
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Hi, I don't see the posted pictures of the Nook modification, and would really like to see what you've done to package the changes.
Thnx
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I've tried having a look around and I can't find a desk charger/cradle for the Lumia 800, I know the hinged door cover makes it hard but does anyone know of one that is compatible?
Thanks!
I bought this N9 charger and it works well:
http://www.amazon.com/NOKIA-CHARGING-STATION-CELLAPOD-CASES/dp/B005LVH8Q2/ref=cm_rdp_product
Unfortunately, it's out of stock on amazon but may be available in UK
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I bought this N9 charger and it works well:
http://www.amazon.com/NOKIA-CHARGING-STATION-CELLAPOD-CASES/dp/B005LVH8Q2/ref=cm_rdp_product
Unfortunately, it's out of stock on amazon but may be available in UK
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Thanks, I'll have a look at it. Where is the micro usb socket on the n9? How does this dock deal with the open door on the 800?
Same place, top left. The N9 & Lumia 800 have the same body (barring camera button and flash LED placement).
yeoldgreat1 said:
Thanks, I'll have a look at it. Where is the micro usb socket on the n9? How does this dock deal with the open door on the 800?
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Rusty explained this for the most part but here's a photo if it helps:
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Awesome, thanks! I was a bit worried that the phone would have to be put upside down in the cradle.
I'm off to see I can find it in stock somewhere.
That only stands the phone up, the USB charger goes in the top as normal. You'd be better off (and save money) by just leaning it against something while it's charging.
It's not the same as an iPhone dock (or some HTC docks) which connect the phone directly to a charger when you place it in the dock.
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That only stands the phone up, the USB charger goes in the top as normal. You'd be better off (and save money) by just leaning it against something while it's charging.
It's not the same as an iPhone dock (or some HTC docks) which connect the phone directly to a charger when you place it in the dock.
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htc rhyme has connectors on the back... thats what i call dock
I say, this is a marvelous find on my behalf, I was getting to the notion that I may just have to leave my phone in a horizontal position on my desk for the rest of eternity.
GC
I have had it for years, love it, I let my mom borrow and she tried to force the charger in upside down. Anyone have any info on replacing the usb/charger port? pics, advice, prayers, anything would be better than going in blind. I have not opened it yet, but is the footprint the same as a micro-USB (which I am kinda assuming) could I possible just replace the usb with micro-USB port?
thanks in advance
cheers,
disco
dock charging board replacement
disco_y2k said:
I have had it for years, love it, I let my mom borrow and she tried to force the charger in upside down. Anyone have any info on replacing the usb/charger port? pics, advice, prayers, anything would be better than going in blind. I have not opened it yet, but is the footprint the same as a micro-USB (which I am kinda assuming) could I possible just replace the usb with micro-USB port?
thanks in advance
cheers,
disco
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1)buy parts from here:
parts4repair.com
2)select DOCK CHARGING BOARD
3)buy the right one ( one without 4g antena OR the one with if you have 4g tablet )
4)repacement is easy but repair with patience and slow.
5) have fun
for info : i have repaired once so i know it works
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I have not opened it yet, but is the footprint the same as a micro-USB (which I am kinda assuming) could I possible just replace the usb with micro-USB port?
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I've indicated which three connections that you will have to unplug -- in addition to unscrewing the charging board. The only two tools that you should need are a pry tool (a knife will probably do) and a Philips or Frearson screwdriver.
i had the same idea of doing that, but as far as i know that is impossible
Wanting to find something like this cradle from amazon
PhoneProp - Universal Fit Soft Flexible SmartPhone Stand - Durable FDA High Grade Silicone - Color Black by PhoneProp http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GVA3BS6/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_Eo0Fub187WCQG
I want to be able to just prop my phone up and hook up the turbo charger, any other suggestions?
Spigen case has a kickstand.. That thing you linked to looks oggly
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Spigen case has a kickstand.. That thing you linked to looks oggly
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Agreed, just trying to give an idea of what I was talking about lol, fugly for sure
Qi Desktop Charger
Got this from Amazon... 3 Coil Qi Charger Stand. Works Great on the Nexus 6... Even through a Spigen Crystal Naked Case that I have on my phone. Plus you can orientate either way and charge!
Keedox Qi Wireless Charging Stand 3-Coil
http://www.amazon.com/Keedox%C2%AE-Wireless-3-Coils-Charging-Charger/dp/B00NBPHHES/ref=sr_1_2?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1417634834&sr=1-2&keywords=keedox+qi
Doesn't fast charge but for wireless charger it gets the job done!:good:
Not necessarily a cradle but I was always fond of these
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Or these also from eBay
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Got this from Amazon... 3 Coil Qi Charger Stand. Works Great on the Nexus 6... Even through a Spigen Crystal Naked Case that I have on my phone. Plus you can orientate either way and charge!
Keedox Qi Wireless Charging Stand 3-Coil
http://www.amazon.com/Keedox®-Wirel...UTF8&qid=1417634834&sr=1-2&keywords=keedox+qi
Doesn't fast charge but for wireless charger it gets the job done!:good:
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I do like that one but I think I'd rather use the turbo charger because a lot of times I don't stay in their long and I have to leave, so I usually look for a quick juice before I peace out. What will urs do of u plug in a charger and set it on the dock, does it charge with cable? Seems like it would just wanted to ask
So my Gear S does not fully latch on to the charging cradle anymore it only adheres to the back what has happened. I don't want to get a new one that I have to pay alot for so for now I have a hair tie to hold it together that is the only way it will charge for now. However I don't want it to ruin my watch to the point where it will not charge at all. Any ideas or solutions
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So my Gear S does not fully latch on to the charging cradle anymore it only adheres to the back what has happened. I don't want to get a new one that I have to pay alot for so for now I have a hair tie to hold it together that is the only way it will charge for now. However I don't want it to ruin my watch to the point where it will not charge at all. Any ideas or solutions
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Ok so I just saw the charger the top piece broke off a little which holds the cradle in place. So for now I will try the pill bottle method if not hair tie it will be.
Both my clips broke
Both of mine broke and now it's a real PIA.
I really can't believe Samsung came up with such a horrible design when such a simple and effective method like what LG or even Apple is going to use exists. I still enjoy my gear S but now that both clips are broken, I really am ticked as it's making charging a PIA.
I've already made the decision to switch to the LG Urbane LTE the moment it's available in the US and while I don't know when that will be, I'm definitely going to make the move. IMO it looks 1000% better too.
In the mean time, I just jumped on Amazon and via Prime ordered the cheap charger only cradle for the Gear S. Due to arrive Tuesday so I'll post back the findings but the dozen plus reviews show it works perfectly. I don't really use the built in battery on the existing one much if at all since the Gear S holds a charge so long.
look here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gear-s/general/broken-cradle-mod-fix-gear-s-dock-t3020294
Just call Samsung and they will replace it.
Hey there guys today I'm going to show you how to repair your usb cable (top part) if the cable has been broken! If the cable has been suddenly dead and you see that one of your 4 inner cables are partially broken!)
What you need:
A screw driver or something that can tear loose the plastic part on the top of the cable (or something similar) I'm a screw driver)
This is what i used:
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Now be careful we don't want to break anything! we want to be able to use the parts again after you fixed the steps
Once you taken the plastic part of and that damn rubber thingy
You'll see 2 metallic peaces that holds together everything. Be careful when taking these away these are useful!
Once they are removed you should have a cable looking like this
Now the tricky part is to not start to remove the green part and pull the cables out. make sure you remember the order! else it won't charge! (See picture) for correct order!
Picture taken from downside of the usb
Picture taken from upper side of the usb
NOTE The 4 cables needs to have same length so they all get connected properly!
Once you put them in correctly put back the green part and the black part, press so you hear a slightly click!
Once done put the metallic parts back (the one that is inside of the other is bottom part) the metallic that goes above the other one is top part!
Once done put back the plastic on and you're done! :highfive:
I know it looks horrible but at least the cable is working!
Nice Guide
And thank you for taking time to post.
Yes i already knew how to do this BUT for the noobies a handy guide
Over here in uk as we are lazy buggers we pop to the Pound shop and grab another!
Careful with getting another one
Cheap USB cables are 24/24 and can only provide 300-500mA power,
you need a proper quality 24/28 cable that is certified to atleast 1200mA for the Lg G3, and a 2A cable is recommended.
its a bit more expensive
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Anker®-5-Pa...id=1429352682&sr=8-6&keywords=micro+usb+cable
But when you notice that your phone is charging twice as fast as that PoS you got at poundland you know its worth the money.