using HTC micro usb cable, any danger? - Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

The HTC micro usb cable is quite a bit longer than the one I got from Samsung so i'm planning on using that one instead of the samsung one. Of course with the correct adapter from Samsung!
Any reason that should cause problems?
greez
btw just bought my SGS III so hi to everyone here on the SGSIII XDA forum!

clouds5 said:
The HTC micro usb cable is quite a bit longer than the one I got from Samsung so i'm planning on using that one instead of the samsung one. Of course with the correct adapter from Samsung!
Any reason that should cause problems?
greez
btw just bought my SGS III so hi to everyone here on the SGSIII XDA forum!
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It should be absolutely fine as it is either the adapter or phone itself that controls the current.

clouds5 said:
The HTC micro usb cable is quite a bit longer than the one I got from Samsung so i'm planning on using that one instead of the samsung one. Of course with the correct adapter from Samsung!
Any reason that should cause problems?
greez
btw just bought my SGS III so hi to everyone here on the SGSIII XDA forum!
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I have such cable and it doesn't work too well. It disconnects itself quickly and doesn't charge properly. But danger: no. Try it and if it works it's ok.

clouds5 said:
The HTC micro usb cable is quite a bit longer than the one I got from Samsung so i'm planning on using that one instead of the samsung one. Of course with the correct adapter from Samsung!
Any reason that should cause problems?
greez
btw just bought my SGS III so hi to everyone here on the SGSIII XDA forum!
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It should just work fine and relatively safe. However, I bought some cheap cables on eBay and it can't charge at all!! Transfering of data is no problem but charging is a problem. I dont know why but I assume its just some poor quality cables.
- Charles

There wont be any problem.. i have been using my old htc cable too cos its longer..lol... on both my note and s3.. so no problems at all.
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I've extended mine with a usb extension cable.
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I tried a cheap USB cable that works fine as a data cable and can handle 2.0 speeds but used on S3 and after 8 hours only gave around a 30% charge because looks like the cheap cable must not have been able to handle the 1000mah current.

I use my old HTC cable and adapter to charge my sgs3 works fine. Got a cheap extended cable to use with my original Samsung desktop dock, but that takes ages to charge my phone.
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MHL question

Just wondering if all MHL adapters are the same. Meaning, can I use a generic non-HTC adapter on my Rezound?
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I believe so. Someone posted that a monoprice one worked on his GSII. I know that is a different phone but it is likely that HTC hasn't blocked generic ones if samsung didn't.
con247 said:
I believe so. Someone posted that a monoprice one worked on his GSII. I know that is a different phone but it is likely that HTC hasn't blocked generic ones if samsung didn't.
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The monoprice adapter works for my Rezound.
Thx for the help, just order a 10$ mhl adapter. After this bad boy set me back 600$ i'm trying to squeeze all the accessories I can outta this weeks paycheck.
I'll let you guys know how it goes when I get it.
The thunderbolt/EVO 3D htc mhl adapter works.
How can I control my phone with out touching it?
(Watching netflix and don't want to get up every time)
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The Monoprice MHL adapter works like a charm. You can't use your HTC cable in the adapter though. So pick up a long enough 5 pin micro usb cable( I am using a 6' wish I would have bought bigger) and long enough HDMI cable for your set up so you don't have to stand next to your TV operate the phone and watch it on the TV.
to further add to the question, if you're going through the MHL->HDMI to your telie, will it also keep your phone charged?
Yes you plug the adapter to the phone and the wall
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pilot123 said:
Yes you plug the adapter to the phone and the wall
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crikey !!...
Yeah its a lot going on for our phone to display on a TV. My wife's Bionic has hdmi out, that is so easy! Just bought a hdmi to micro hdmi cable from monoprice for 3 bucks for my wife's phone. The Rezound looks like a octopus just to display to the TV!
Where u guys getting the monoprice MHL? Amazon? I haven't connected any phone to my tv since my original EVO days. Would love to do it with this one. Thanks fellas
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Lol the website is called monoprice.com
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Does anyone know if NFL mobile app will work through the mhl adapter? I'm thinking of picking one up for that and some emulator gaming.
Mordecaidrake said:
Does anyone know if NFL mobile app will work through the mhl adapter? I'm thinking of picking one up for that and some emulator gaming.
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No, the video parts of the NFL app will not work. I have tried it and when you try to access video content, the screen you are connected to view blank.
Thats weird. I thought u can view anything that's on your phone... Even the home screen!? Is there anything else that doesn't work through the mhl?
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Mechadan said:
No, the video parts of the NFL app will not work. I have tried it and when you try to access video content, the screen you are connected to view blank.
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How about Netflix? This seems to me like a bug of some kind, because it should work.
jayochs said:
Lol the website is called monoprice.com
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Hey I never said I was the brightest person LOL....ahh I wasn't sure if u guys were finding them from third party vendors or Amazon.
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i just ordered one from monoprice....hope it works well.
combatmedic870 said:
i just ordered one from monoprice....hope it works well.
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I recieved mine from Monoprice, works great. But it HAS to be connected to power (charger or USB both work) to function, not just if you want the phone to charge while using the adapter.
What I did was use a short HDMI cable, short micro USB cable plugged into one of my TVs USB ports for power, and then mounted the adapter to the back of my TV with velco. I then use a micro usb extension cable to connect the adapter to my phone, cutting down a TON on the octopus effect. And I can always disconnect the adapter to take it with me somewhere.
Is this the adapter everyone is buying, its $14 not $10 so want to make sure I'm not missing anothr one on their site. http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10833&cs_id=1083314&p_id=8675&seq=1&format=2

[Q] I can not use my phone while charging the battery

Hello
I can not use my phone while charging the battery.So anyone have the same problem and know how to fix it?
Thanks
foadazer said:
Hello
I can not use my phone while charging the battery.So anyone have the same problem and know how to fix it?
Thanks
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1. What do you mean by you "cannot use the phone"?
2. Are you using the original Samsung charger?
Swyped from my Samsung Galaxy SII
I cannot unlock my phone (sliding to unlock has no effect) while it's charging.
I don't use the original samsung charger
foadazer said:
I cannot unlock my phone (sliding to unlock has no effect) while it's charging.
I don't use the original samsung charger
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Then use the original Samsung charger.
Other chargers gives higher charging current thereby making the touchscreen unusable while charging
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foadazer said:
I cannot unlock my phone (sliding to unlock has no effect) while it's charging.
I don't use the original samsung charger
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Its because the non-oem cable or wall plug. Get a different cable and try again. If it works, it was infect the cable. If not then plug it into ur PC/laptop with the new wire, if it works properly it was the wall plug.
Highly recommend getting a OEM or descent charger.
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Drakkula4 said:
Its because the non-oem cable or wall plug. Get a different cable and try again. If it works, it was infect the cable. If not then plug it into ur PC/laptop with the new wire, if it works properly it was the wall plug.
Highly recommend getting a OEM or descent charger.
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Don't you think Jokesy explained better?
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Omaxe said:
Don't you think Jokesy explained better?
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Well. I guess he posted as I was typing so I didn't not see. And yes very well explained. But I didnt see u trying to explain/help, instead ur knocking my comment. No offense BTW, I don't mean that as an insult in any way just saying. And knowing exact problem never hurts. So instead of original $15 Samsung charger maybe he/she can get away with A $3 cable. Never know..
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Drakkula4 said:
Well. I guess he posted as I was typing so I didn't not see. And yes very well explained. But I didnt see u trying to explain/help, instead ur knocking my comment. No offense BTW, I don't mean that as an insult in any way just saying. And knowing exact problem never hurts. So instead of original $15 Samsung charger maybe he/she can get away with A $3 cable. Never know..
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And what about adapter?
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Lol. Hence the MAYBE. If he/she can get away with it, then y not. Worst comes to worst a OEM $15 plug never killed anyone from what I know
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fake charger
i think your charger is not orginal. try to change it.
IT happened to me as well.Use samsung original charger as recommended by few..
evil__chuck said:
i think your charger is not orginal. try to change it.
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You think..........HE says its not an original charger.
Why are you spamming with total crap.
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You have this problem for your cable. Change your cable....
I have with my htc desire hd some problem. When i changed usb power cable with another cable, phone working ok when charger is plugged

Where to buy an amaze charging cable...

I'm looking to buy a longer charging/USB cable that has the same connector as the stock one that came with the phone. I have a ton of those micro usb wires, but these have a tendency to easily disconnect. I have a USB extention cable, but that limits the charging to less than 400mah or less.
Thanks in advanced
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ce3jay said:
I'm looking to buy a longer charging/USB cable that has the same connector as the stock one that came with the phone. I have a ton of those micro usb wires, but these have a tendency to easily disconnect. I have a USB extention cable, but that limits the charging to less than 400mah or less.
Thanks in advanced
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I got mine on amazon for a couple bucks each. Try searching "htc oem cable." Mine are white from another htc model but perfect in all ways.
I would pick a couple of these up. They are a hell of a deal. Very thick, about 4ft long, and data exchange work perfectly. Charges my phone quickly too. Hard to believe they were only $1, and He's a US Seller so you will get them quick.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150943891475
DroidDonX said:
I would pick a couple of these up. They are a hell of a deal. Very thick, about 4ft long, and data exchange work perfectly. Charges my phone quickly too. Hard to believe they were only $1, and He's a US Seller so you will get them quick.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150943891475
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That is not an OEM cable, it is MicroUSB. They work, but the are not OEM.
Is this the white one you are taking about?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00908EPUO/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1353144417&sr=8-9&pi=SL75
If it is, how long is it?
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Per the description 4ft 2in.
Anyone try "OEM" ones from ebay?
I would like another OEM style cord.
This is what you are looking for
This is what you are looking for and the price is great too at $ 5.99 with free shipping http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-New-O...799653?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item1e74745425
What the difference from a OEM cable from the actual amaze and any other usb , I'm using my old cable from sensation on it..anyone ?
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mrlokoo said:
What the difference from a OEM cable from the actual amaze and any other usb , I'm using my old cable from sensation on it..anyone ?
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The cable for the Amaze has a 12pt micro USB end. It's the same cable needed for the HTC Flyer. Compared to other micro USB cables that are only 8pt. This one fits more securely.
Double0EK said:
The cable for the Amaze has a 12pt micro USB end. It's the same cable needed for the HTC Flyer. Compared to other micro USB cables that are only 8pt. This one fits more securely.
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I'm glad I read this thread. I'm using my EVO charging cables and they work but are very slow.
If charging current is low check the ground connection between both end , it may be disconnected . I bought couple of cable from ebay all same problem later make one and i happy with that charging current now 800 plus .
on ebay.
ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_sacat=0&_nkw=mytouch+4+g+charger&_nkwusc=mytouch+4g+charhger&_rdc=1
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Hdmi capabilities

Is there any way to watch a movie from my phone on my tv? Just realized there is no hdmi port
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troc240 said:
Is there any way to watch a movie from my phone on my tv? Just realized there is no hdmi port
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You need the mhl adapter. I picked one up off Amazon for 8
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Make sure you get an adaptor that is for either a Note 2 or a Galaxy S3, the older adaptors that look identical will not work with either of these phones.
I had an adaptor for my Rezound that looks exactly the same plug wise etc but it won't work for the newer Samsung phones.
jmorton10 said:
Make sure you get an adaptor that is for either a Note 2 or a Galaxy S3, the older adaptors that look identical will not work with either of these phones.
I had an adaptor for my Rezound that looks exactly the same plug wise etc but it won't work for the newer Samsung phones.
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This is correct. Samsung went with an 11 pin micro USB-HDMI MHL for the Galaxy SIII and the Galaxy Note II. This allows for simultaneous HDMI out and usage of OTG input. Unfortunately the official Samsung MHL adapter doesn't even have the OTG port lol meaning the improvement going to 11 pin gives, they don't even give to you.
Oh well, still highly recommend going with an official cable. I don't trust the 3rd party products as I always had problems with them, especially when it came to MHL.
DaRkL3AD3R said:
Oh well, still highly recommend going with an official cable. I don't trust the 3rd party products as I always had problems with them, especially when it came to MHL.
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I agree with that 100%
I can confirm what you are saying here. I have been unable to use my OTG and HDMI out at the same time. I'm guessing your option is to get the smart dock if you need to use them both simultaneously. I have not found a MHL adapter with the proper passthrough or vice versa with the OTG (even tried the "with usb power" variant)
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Are you guys using the Samsung cable or a generic one?

Is there a difference between 4 pin for the Sammy one and 5 pins for generic ones?
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Ev0d3vil said:
Is there a difference between 4 pin for the Sammy one and 5 pins for generic ones?
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Are you talking about the USB cable? I lost my original S3 cable, hence I am using my old HTC Desire cable now. Didn't see any difference yet.
chrismast said:
Are you talking about the USB cable? I lost my original S3 cable, hence I am using my old HTC Desire cable now. Didn't see any difference yet.
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Apparently the Samsung one gave me troubles when charging. Like stopping at a certain percent and not charging anymore.. Tried another and that one has no problems.. How many pins does yours have?
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Ev0d3vil said:
Apparently the Samsung one gave me troubles when charging. Like stopping at a certain percent and not charging anymore.. Tried another and that one has no problems.. How many pins does yours have?
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not sure as I am in the office, but for instance I am currently using my BB cable in the office to charge and it got 5 pins
chrismast said:
not sure as I am in the office, but for instance I am currently using my BB cable in the office to charge and it got 5 pins
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hmmm interesting. Anyone knows why sammy has 4 pins instead?
Generic. The samsung cable is unstable, therefore often charges too slow due to usb charger stability detection.
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Strange. My Samsung cable provided has 5 pins. But oh well, as long it doesn't give me problems, i will use it.
rootSU said:
Generic. The samsung cable is unstable, therefore often charges too slow due to usb charger stability detection.
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What brand is your cable? If i get a HTC's cable, would it work better than Samsung's one?
i'm using BB cable and no problem!
sriram231092 said:
i'm using BB cable and no problem!
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Me too, BB cable
Ev0d3vil said:
What brand is your cable? If i get a HTC's cable, would it work better than Samsung's one?
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No brand. Generic. Bought a couple from a Market stall.
Multiple cables .
original cable use if Odin problems is old advice .
jje
Well, I guess, those extra pins won't make a difference, coz the slot in ur S3 may have the same no of contact points as there are pins in original S3 cable..!
I use a cheap no brand one when I'm at work and the Samsung cable at home. No differences at all.

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