Non-NFC spare batteries work? - AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777

I just bought a spare battery for my new ATT S2. The battery was advertised with the "near field communication" but they sent the basic international battery (no NFC!).
I'm trying to get the seller to arrange a return, but now I'm wondering:
IF we don't have any immediate NFC use for our phones, should there be any downside to using the non-NFC battery? these batteries are a lot cheaper on amazon than the NFC ATT battery.
Until local supermarkets/retailers start accepting NFC/google wallet, do we really need NFC integrated to the battery?

If your phone came with an NFC battery, using a non-NFC battery results in a charging boot loop when charging through the phone.
You can still charge the battery by itself in a battery charger, but charging in the phone is a no go.
switters1 said:
I just bought a spare battery for my new ATT S2. The battery was advertised with the "near field communication" but they sent the basic international battery (no NFC!).
I'm trying to get the seller to arrange a return, but now I'm wondering:
IF we don't have any immediate NFC use for our phones, should there be any downside to using the non-NFC battery? these batteries are a lot cheaper on amazon than the NFC ATT battery.
Until local supermarkets/retailers start accepting NFC/google wallet, do we really need NFC integrated to the battery?
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switters1 said:
I just bought a spare battery for my new ATT S2. The battery was advertised with the "near field communication" but they sent the basic international battery (no NFC!).
I'm trying to get the seller to arrange a return, but now I'm wondering:
IF we don't have any immediate NFC use for our phones, should there be any downside to using the non-NFC battery? these batteries are a lot cheaper on amazon than the NFC ATT battery.
Until local supermarkets/retailers start accepting NFC/google wallet, do we really need NFC integrated to the battery?
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Make sure you get an external travel charger. Using the usb cable is a no go.
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I picked up a pair of batteries and a wall charger for them. I have just been swapping them out when they die. I haven't plugged my phone in to charge in a week and kinda like it. I am not sure why but there is no problem when using the HDMI adapter only when I am just charging.
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I have an I9100 battery in my phone and it charges it great with the usb cord.
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GS2 wont charge due to liquid damage.... what to do.

Hey.
My girlfriends little brother spilt liquid all over her phone. Now it works but it will not charge, i gave her my battery and if worked fine but refuses to charge. Due to working different hours i cannot use my phone to charge her battery.
Sent it back and they knew it was from liquid damage so they gave it straight back.
What can i do? Buy a new board of ebay or something?
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you might get away with just replacing the USB board, which is a really quick easy change...
you could also go on ebay and get the Anker battery and charger set which includes two 1900mah batteries (same dimensions as the stock 1600mah)
1 charger for the battery
It costs about $20 and means you can charge 1 battery, use the other...
Oh awesome might look into that battery thing.
And i thought of the usb board replacement to but where can i get one?
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http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Dock-Conn...s_Replacement_Parts_Tools&hash=item231870d936
such a cheap fix, it's worth trying that before replacing the whole main board which is $$ whereas the battery idea is quick, and the batteries are just flat out handy... especially because you can charge them outside of the phone... i believe you can use the charger on your Nexus too... it's a cool adaptable charger. so for less than $30 you can get the batteries, charger and the usb board shipped to you... which i think is a way better idea than trying to get a main board.
PS... thanks button haha
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http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Dock-Conn...s_Replacement_Parts_Tools&hash=item231870d936
such a cheap fix, it's worth trying that before replacing the whole main board which is $$ whereas the battery idea is quick, and the batteries are just flat out handy... especially because you can charge them outside of the phone... i believe you can use the charger on your Nexus too... it's a cool adaptable charger. so for less than $30 you can get the batteries, charger and the usb board shipped to you... which i think is a way better idea than trying to get a main board.
PS... thanks button haha
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Your a legend. Thanks. Pressed the thanks button for yoy
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Extra Batteries or External Battery

I was debating whether to get the hyperion back up batteries or a 5200maH external battery. What do you guys suggest is better?
I personally just got an extra oem battery and a cheapo charger from Amazon. Can't go wrong with an original battery.
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If you plan on using the NFC features of the phone (Google Wallet on Sprint, S-Beam, NFC Tags), then you'll need to make sure to get a Samsung OEM battery since there are some NFC required components IN the battery (antenna components). I don't believe there are extra capacity ones available yet, so you'd be stuck with the standard 2100.
You wouldn't have the NFC issues with the external battery, but it's more of a hassle to lug around and use - so ultimately it depends on what's more important to you.

Awesome deal

3 batteries and wall charger, so convenient I have one charging all the time and put one in my wallet when I leave the house never worry about dead batteries again
http://www.amazon.com/2600mAh-Batte...2&sr=8-6&keywords=samsung+galaxy+note+battery
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android4545 said:
3 batteries and wall charger, so convenient I have one charging all the time and put one in my wallet when I leave the house never worry about dead batteries again
http://www.amazon.com/2600mAh-Batte...2&sr=8-6&keywords=samsung+galaxy+note+battery
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Bought the same pack from a different seller a couple months ago. I think I paid about $10. Regardless price can't be beat.
Pros:
Pretty good life, roughly 75% of OEM.
Cons:
Charger has since crapped out, one of the pins broke off inside.
Batteries wouldn't charge in phone, gave message "battery disconnected" on screen
One of batteries died on, wouldn't charge.
Overall a good deal so long as your charger doesn't crap out like mine did. I've had this same charger come with almost every cheap battery pack ive bought for different phones. It's the exact some one except the size of the battery slot changes for each battery. This is the first one i've had crap out so i'd say its a fluke.
Chief Geek said:
Bought the same pack from a different seller a couple months ago. I think I paid about $10. Regardless price can't be beat.
Pros:
Pretty good life, roughly 75% of OEM.
Cons:
Charger has since crapped out, one of the pins broke off inside.
Batteries wouldn't charge in phone, gave message "battery disconnected" on screen
One of batteries died on, wouldn't charge.
Overall a good deal so long as your charger doesn't crap out like mine did. I've had this same charger come with almost every cheap battery pack ive bought for different phones. It's the exact some one except the size of the battery slot changes for each battery. This is the first one i've had crap out so i'd say its a fluke.
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I have this charger and Anker batteries.No problems so far. http://www.amazon.com/Anker-Upgrade-2700mAh-SGH-I717-GT-N7000/dp/B006BHQWX0/ref=pd_sim_cps_1
I've had so many chargers like these, you need to make sure you slide the battery in gently so that the pins for charging won't break, it's a pain but it will make it last forever
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oort cloud said:
I have this charger and Anker batteries.No problems so far. http://www.amazon.com/Anker-Upgrade-2700mAh-SGH-I717-GT-N7000/dp/B006BHQWX0/ref=pd_sim_cps_1
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+1 for the Anker! I got the two battery and charger set on Amazon. They last longer than OEM for me.
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nerdninja said:
+1 for the Anker! I got the two battery and charger set on Amazon. They last longer than OEM for me.
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How much did you pay for yours, $30?
I have this one as well.
I have the same pack and I purchase from the same listing at Amazon. It allows me the added assurance of battery power.
CONS:
The batteries wear down faster than the OEM battery that comes with the phone
Something else to carry so you need to have them in your pocket or a traveling container of some sort to carry them with you.
PROS:
Fast swap with a fresh full charged battery.
I love the charger has an USB port where you can plug your micro usb cable in and change the battery in the phone at the same time that you charge one in the dock.
It was worth the buy for me. I'm always looking for more ways to accent my device experience.
regent tiprese
Wow very nice deal.... ima have to get me a kit for emergencies...

Anker 3200 mAh batteries and charger

Just wanted to mention that I purchased two Anker stock size batteries and wall charger with additional USB port for $29 shipped.
They come in a very nice box... almost looks like a gift box, and everything has 18 months of warranty. Can't beat it for the price. I bought it from Ankerdirect on eBay.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/221328269900?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
I'd had great experience with S3 and S2 batteries and chargers from them. The Note 3 charger is ONLY for the Note 3. It's not a universal charger that will charge any Anker battery, but I prefer that, because the previous models, though universal, were a bit difficult to adjust the pins on for charging.
Really happy with the investment.
Hi, have you found to be the original Anker batteries? regards
P3ta said:
Hi, have you found to be the original Anker batteries? regards
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I also have this kit and it is very good! Anker's warranty is seriously the best out there.
Has anyone used a NOOT battery before? According to their website, it does have NFC built in.
It's currently $5 per battery on Amazon. Looks exactly like the Anker, but with different branding. Most likely the same battery but at less than 1/2 the cost.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HWFW48C/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Kawaisa said:
Has anyone used a NOOT battery before? According to their website, it does have NFC built in.
It's currently $5 per battery on Amazon. Looks exactly like the Anker, but with different branding. Most likely the same battery but at less than 1/2 the cost.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HWFW48C/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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I wouldn't trust a battery that literally photoshopped their logo on top of Anker's.
Crossfire9 said:
I wouldn't trust a battery that literally photoshopped their logo on top of Anker's.
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Do you really think Anker's batteries are designed in house?
You can contract your name onto any product template up in the Shenzhen
Have you noticed that many of their products look like the generic ones you'd find on the fleabay sporting different brands
They have good CS, I'll give you that
To those who have this kit, does it take longer for the charger to charge compared to the stock charger? I had this with my note 2 and it took forever (around 12 hours) to do a full charge on a completely dead baytery. I'm thinking if I should get this or the official Samsung spare battery charger
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I dont think it takes any longer... I never really noticed because it is always fully charged when it is time to switch the batteries.
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I picked this up recently. $30 seems fair considering the batteries support NFC. I prefer the non-universal charger that this comes with.
I had the equivalent ($20) product for my S2, and the Anker batteries outlasted the stock and replacement OEM Samsung batteries by a long shot. Of course, the original battery that came with the S2 did swell up like a balloon in less than a year.
Kawaisa said:
Has anyone used a NOOT battery before? According to their website, it does have NFC built in.
It's currently $5 per battery on Amazon. Looks exactly like the Anker, but with different branding. Most likely the same battery but at less than 1/2 the cost.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HWFW48C/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Lol
I would never buy that battery. Ever.
There's a reason that it's half the cost. You get half the reliability.
And yes you can get cheap stuff over there (Shenzen) because a lot of it is the cast offs and slightly imperfect versions.
I've been getting close to two days of average use per Anker battery, even though my Android System usage has spiked since updating to Kit Kat. So slightly better than the stock battery on Jelly Bean.
I've bought anker batteries for all my phones and so have my friends. The factory Samsung batteries ive had all ballooned up. All my ankers are still good. They seem to last longer than the factory batteries, maybe I'm just imagining things.
Currently I rarely ever charge my phone on the cable, I'd rather not risk wearing out the usb port.
I wake up, swap in the charged battery from the charger and stick the old one in the charger. Rinse repeat.
Is it just me or these batteries with charger cost US $260
Many sellers raise their price to something ridiculous when they are out of stock. Still $29.99 on Amazon.
I bought a set of these for me and my Fiance as soon as we got our Note 3's. We are both very accustomed to having spare batteries, we also had some with our Galaxy S3's. I have not had any issues to speak of with these batteries. Life is on par with stock battery, charge as expected, charger is functional etc. I would highly recommend them. I think I snagged them for about $26 on Amazon a couple weeks ago.

Did you find yourself ignoring the Spare Battery Charger

Did anyone purchase a spare battery charger and find themselves still plugging their phone in most of the time, forgetting their charger at home, not wanting to take off case and rebooting phone every time, etc? And find themselves only using it for emergency purposes?
jamor414 said:
Did anyone purchase a spare battery charger and find themselves still plugging their phone in most of the time, forgetting their charger at home, not wanting to take off case and rebooting phone every time, etc? And find themselves only using it for emergency purposes?
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i bought a universal battery charger because i was tired of wasting money on a new charger everytime i get a new phone. also, i carry a few devices so all i needed was one. i got mine on ebay for about $15. pict in link below
http://www.dataplusdata.com/images/v/20134025124016.jpg
No not really. Taking the time to swap batteries is still better than waiting for the phone to charge.
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emcn84 said:
i bought a universal battery charger because i was tired of wasting money on a new charger everytime i get a new phone. also, i carry a few devices so all i needed was one. i got mine on ebay for about $15. pict in link below
http://www.dataplusdata.com/images/v/20134025124016.jpg
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is that the MobilePioneer Universal USB Wall Travel Spare Battery Charger?
do you think it will work for the note 4?
Mechayoshi said:
No not really. Taking the time to swap batteries is still better than waiting for the phone to charge.
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This. Hate having down time as I'm firmly addicted to my phone.
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I instantly bought a 2 pack of anker batteries and an additional wall charger. Me and my Fiance each use a battery and a charger. Just swap them out when the get low, love it.
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I have the Anker battery set and charger too. Day to day at home or the office I rarely use them but I do a fair bit of traveling each month and in planes, trains, and automobiles they come in handy.
And yes it's a PITA to take off my case. Especially since I switched from the cheap one piece TPU/Pleather case to the two piece Rubber/Pleather with separate silver trim AVOC case.
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I'm the opposite. I haven't plugged my phone into it's charger for months now. Always have the extra battery fully charged
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