When will we see Qi Wireless charging functionality built into Sony Xperia smartphones? Now that Nokia has it built in to their new Windows 8 phones I hope we will see it soon from Sony hopefully beginning with their phones announced at CES 2013. When do you think it will happen? Xperia 2013? 2014?
P.S. Sony is a member of the Qi Wireless power consortium standard body:
http://www.wirelesspowerconsortium.com/member-list/details/18268/sony-corporation
Info about new Nokia's with Qi built in:
http://www.engadget.com/2012/09/05/nokia-lumia-fatboy-recharing-pillow-wireless-charging-pads/
Our XS has NFC, by what i learn energy could be transfer through NFC! Why won't we get Wireless Charging too!
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I wouldn't trust too much of what Nokia or Microsoft tell you about the new Lumias. They are so desperate, they have to fake camera footage to sell phones...
http://gizmodo.com/5940784/nokia-fa...-and-then-claimed-they-never-said-it-was-real
I'm guessing American consumers are too thick to notice...
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I wouldn't trust too much of what Nokia or Microsoft tell you about the new Lumias. They are so desperate, they have to fake camera footage to sell phones...
http://gizmodo.com/5940784/nokia-fa...-and-then-claimed-they-never-said-it-was-real
I'm guessing American consumers are too thick to notice...
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They are certainly not lying about the inclusion of the Qi technology in their Lumias.
And this is certainly nothing new or novel, even the first PalmPre from 2009 had a wireless "Touchstone Charger". Electric toothbrushes are using it for many years now.
This is just one of many useful and already well known things manufacturers choose to completely ignore.
I don't know, maybe it is just "let us save that for later upgrades" thing. Or they are just waiting until apple "invents" it.
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They are certainly not lying about the inclusion of the Qi technology in their Lumias.
And this is certainly nothing new or novel, even the first PalmPre from 2009 had a wireless "Touchstone Charger". Electric toothbrushes are using it for many years now.
This is just one of many useful and already well known things manufacturers choose to completely ignore.
I don't know, maybe it is just "let us save that for later upgrades" thing. Or they are just waiting until apple "invents" it.
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I love the phrase " until apple "invents" it!
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draugaz said:
They are certainly not lying about the inclusion of the Qi technology in their Lumias.
And this is certainly nothing new or novel, even the first PalmPre from 2009 had a wireless "Touchstone Charger". Electric toothbrushes are using it for many years now.
This is just one of many useful and already well known things manufacturers choose to completely ignore.
I don't know, maybe it is just "let us save that for later upgrades" thing. Or they are just waiting until apple "invents" it.
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TOTALLY agree
CrazyPeter said:
I wouldn't trust too much of what Nokia or Microsoft tell you about the new Lumias. They are so desperate, they have to fake camera footage to sell phones...
http://gizmodo.com/5940784/nokia-fa...-and-then-claimed-they-never-said-it-was-real
I'm guessing American consumers are too thick to notice...
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Dude, get a life or get real.
I don't really see the point in wireless charging. If you pick up your phone it'll stop charging. If I'd want my phone charging in a fixed position I'd get a dock.
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Sirence said:
I don't really see the point in wireless charging. If you pick up your phone it'll stop charging. If I'd want my phone charging in a fixed position I'd get a dock.
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Agree, plus;
I don't want to buy another "wireless dock" to charge my phone at work, in the car, at my friends [who's phone uses micro-usb] How can I dock AND transfer files and charge? My electric beard trimmer uses Micro-USB, so I can share the cable, it makes sense to have most things backwards-compatible.
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They are certainly not lying about the inclusion of the Qi technology in their Lumias.
And this is certainly nothing new or novel, even the first PalmPre from 2009 had a wireless "Touchstone Charger". Electric toothbrushes are using it for many years now.
This is just one of many useful and already well known things manufacturers choose to completely ignore.
I don't know, maybe it is just "let us save that for later upgrades" thing. Or they are just waiting until apple "invents" it.
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+1, post of the day.
"just waiting until apple invents it" I love it
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Bringing this thread back to life, any one game enough to do this to their Xperia phone?
Adding Qi support to Samsung Galaxy III
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxgHbBhybYY
Just so others can find this topic too, we're talking about conductive charging / wireless charging for our Xperia 2012 devices.
The manufacturer UWay sell 'charging clips' which is basically a plastic pad which the phone can sit in and be connected via USB micro, the problem is the USB microconnector is fixed in the top/bottom center position where our USB port is positioned on the right-side.
http://www.uway-qi.com/Productsshow.asp?ID=26
UWay also sell the 'raw guts' coil with board solution from which you'd then cover and solder into the USB micro voltage port; not forgetting to ground it.
http://www.uway-qi.com/Productsshow.asp?ID=26
I'm going to buy a thin plastic sleeve case for my Sola and one of the raw gut items and see if I can get the two to play. Have e-mailed UWay, waiting a response, will update as I go.
U-Way are sending their charging clip as well as receiver board solution, also got a cheap thin case and right angled USB micro cable for this proof of concept. Will update in 2 weeks when parts arrive.
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I don't really see the point in wireless charging. If you pick up your phone it'll stop charging. If I'd want my phone charging in a fixed position I'd get a dock.
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You do realise you dont have to use the wireless charging if you dont want to, its a cool feature to have, wires can be messy, this is a lot neater.
actually, having the Palm wireless charging dock or the Sony Ericsson LiveDock is the samething... the only difference is that the Palm one doesnt connect direct to the phone, but the sony one does connect to the microusb port. except that, the amount of cables is pretty much the same, the situation where u can use your phone without stop charging is the same, blablablablabla
I just copy this comment from youtube:
Y0UTU8E2012:
Not really wireless if you have to put it on top of that block. I would rather use the wire to charge so I could still use the phone in my hand while it was charging. If it would charge within a 5ft radius, that would be wireless.
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I just copy this comment from youtube:
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That is so true!
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actually, having the Palm wireless charging dock or the Sony Ericsson LiveDock is the samething.
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Both the Palm wireless charging dock and the Sony Ericsson LiveDock charge a single device. The Sony Ericsson LiveDock is an expensive powered USB port with a unique identifier for LiveWare integration.
I would rather use the wire to charge so I could still use the phone in my hand while it was charging.
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I'd do the same as you if I wanted to keep my phone charging, this is a WIP, I'm a shaky hand at the best of times so won't be soldering onto the USB port until I'm 99% sure it's going to work. Seeing the Xperia Arc and Galaxy Note II on the frontpage today is boosting my confidence. Proof of concept is an external case connected via the micro USB port, once that's working then I'll toss up doing the internal mod.
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You do realise you dont have to use the wireless charging if you dont want to, its a cool feature to have, wires can be messy, this is a lot neater.
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I know I don't have to. I just stated that this feature is absolutely unnecessary because docks are identical, just not 'as cool'.
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Received two receivers from U-Way last week, waiting on 3-unit charging pad to arrive.
On my HD2 you can use a charging wafer in between the battery and the back-door to connect to 2-pins intended for a dedicated car charging cover, our Sola does not have this capability so connecting via the micro-USB port externally is my first point of business.
The receivers I've received include their own power management module so it 'may' be possible to connect directly to the battery. I'll test this on a replacement battery after phase I.
Here's the plan:
Phase I - Difficulty: Easy | Danger: None
Connect charging coil to micro-USB via modified male micro-USB connection (coil and charging module are attached to case, micro-USB cable is soldered to charging module, no mod to phone)
Phase II - Difficulty: Medium | Danger: Medium
Connect coil to internal micro-USB (drop the charging module and connect charging coil directly to phone, phone's hardware manages the voltage and cuts it off as if a USB cable is plugged in, requires pulling the phone apart though... *brick*)
Phase III - Difficulty: Medium | Danger: High
Connect directly to internal battery via charging module (charging module manages the voltage, requires modified back cover and/or modified case, requires pulling the phone apart... *brick*).
I'll add photos of the gear shortly.
Hey guys,
I think we don't have to wait Sony for wireless charging.
http://powermat.com/solutions/wicc/
if I understand, the card use NFC to convert energy oO
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What's the process to charge the tablet both with and without the cradle? Do you have to uncover/cover a charging connector each time due to the waterproof nature of the tablet? Does the cradle make the process significantly easier (e.g., is it worth the money)?
Charging with the micro USB you have to pop a flap open to access the data/charging port. Not got a dock yet but there are two pogo pins on the side of the tab so looks like you can charge with no need to open anything just drop the tab in the dock and she will charge.
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gordo79 said:
Charging with the micro USB you have to pop a flap open to access the data/charging port. Not got a dock yet but there are two pogo pins on the side of the tab so looks like you can charge with no need to open anything just drop the tab in the dock and she will charge.
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Can anyone who has the cradle confirm that it's just a drop in operation? So no need to uncover a port to charge?
saeba said:
Can anyone who has the cradle confirm that it's just a drop in operation? So no need to uncover a port to charge?
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Got it. Consider yourself confirmed
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Got it. Consider yourself confirmed
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Perfect! it's worth ordering one then. Thanks!
UPDATE: Estimated ship date 20-June. I guess they are popular!
I had the tablet and cradle for about a month (Japanese), the cradle is worth it!
saeba said:
Perfect! it's worth ordering one then. Thanks!
UPDATE: Estimated ship date 20-June. I guess they are popular!
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I had the tablet and cradle for about a month (Japanese), the cradle is worth it!
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I bought two cradles with mine, one for the office and one for the bedroom. They really work great, very simple but as mentioned you just drop it in and it starts to charge.
What's also nice is Smart Connect, a pre installed app. When docked you can get it to do multiple tasks, like open the clock, mute the sound during a specific time, etc. Smart Connect also works with Bluetooth devices, MHL connectors, NFC, all sorts of external connections.
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I bought two cradles with mine, one for the office and one for the bedroom. They really work great, very simple but as mentioned you just drop it in and it starts to charge.
What's also nice is Smart Connect, a pre installed app. When docked you can get it to do multiple tasks, like open the clock, mute the sound during a specific time, etc. Smart Connect also works with Bluetooth devices, MHL connectors, NFC, all sorts of external connections.
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but dock works great only with those covers that are the same type as Sony original one.
I am also considering getting a cradle but I have a question. Is the USB port still accessible when the device is docked? I would really like to use USB peripherals while having the tablet inside the dock.
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I am also considering getting a cradle but I have a question. Is the USB port still accessible when the device is docked? I would really like to use USB peripherals while having the tablet inside the dock.
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Unfortunately when the device is inside the cradle(my cradle modell: SGPDS5) the USB port is covered so you can not use it.
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Unfortunately when the device is inside the cradle(my cradle modell: SGPDS5) the USB port is covered so you can not use it.
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Sad, that. The location chosen for the XTZ's USB port was not a wise choice. You can turn the tablet upside down and put it into the cradle when you need to access the USB port; however, the cradle will not charge the tablet when it is in that position.
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Sad, that. The location chosen for the XTZ's USB port was not a wise choice. You can turn the tablet upside down and put it into the cradle when you need to access the USB port; however, the cradle will not charge the tablet when it is in that position.
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I think the USB port location is bad but goog at the same time, for example when you are playing and hold the two extremes of the tablet and durring you can comfortably charge it.However this location is problem when you put the tablet to the cradle. Your idea has a little problem because i put the tablet to the cradle upside down like you said and the power button and the notification led is covered. but its not a big problem because this version of android which running on the tablet has an opption where you can set double tap wake up action
I have pre-ordered the Xperia Z2 here in the UK and it does not come with the magnetic charger. So before I buy one, I wanted to know what the actual benefit or pro's of having a magnetic charger?
Fadeless said:
I have pre-ordered the Xperia Z2 here in the UK and it does not come with the magnetic charger. So before I buy one, I wanted to know what the actual benefit or pro's of having a magnetic charger?
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The only benefit is that the phone can be charged without open the flap cover on the top left of your phone. The magnetic charger also avoids damaging the USB port in the long run.
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I would also add its probably much quicker to dock it than open the flap and pop in the cable
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+1 for not having to open flaps. I also like the idea of the phone not flying off a table when someone or a pet trips on the cable, and that the magnetic one should just detach easily.
pauley said:
+1 for not having to open flaps. I also like the idea of the phone not flying off a table when someone or a pet trips on the cable, and that the magnetic one should just detach easily.
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i have the magnetic lead, and altho it does detach easily if cord gets pulled it will still move the phone a bit, so dont leave it near the edge of table lol
I personally think these chargers are a complete waste of money and pretty much rubbish. Cheaply made, horrible fit. I use them on several Xperia phones and one's phone never gets fully charged at a hundred percent with them. If not opening the flap is the only reason you buy these charger , Sony is laughing at you.
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I think I'll put off buying one for now, doesn't seem to be that useful.
Fadeless said:
I think I'll put off buying one for now, doesn't seem to be that useful.
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You can buy the dock. They work perfectly
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shook187 said:
I personally think these chargers are a complete waste of money and pretty much rubbish. Cheaply made, horrible fit. I use them on several Xperia phones and one's phone never gets fully charged at a hundred percent with them. If not opening the flap is the only reason you buy these charger , Sony is laughing at you.
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i'm not sure how did u come to that conclusion.
I have been on magnetic cable since day1.
And Sony's original magnetic cable may i add. It is solid and well built and excellent fit on the strong magnet.
It charges to 100% as it should in the same amount of time as any usb cables.
and the reason why i have this cable both at home and office is so I dont have to open the flaps.
I used to have a Z and opening and closing the flaps is really a hassle.
not to mention that the rubber seals at the flaps get worn out over time
If any recommendation is needed, go get yourself the original Sony magnetic cables, and not third parties.
Saw many horrible reviews on third parties cables, as with shook187 input above, poorly made, took long time to charge etc
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If any recommendation is needed, go get yourself the original Sony magnetic cables, and not third parties.
Saw many horrible reviews on third parties cables, as with shook187 input above, poorly made, took long time to charge etc
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Do you know where to get original Sony cables? From what I can tell, Sony doesn't sell them separately, only as a part of their docks. It's unknown if the cables you get from other sources are official.
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i'm not sure how did u come to that conclusion.
I have been on magnetic cable since day1.
And Sony's original magnetic cable may i add. It is solid and well built and excellent fit on the strong magnet.
It charges to 100% as it should in the same amount of time as any usb cables.
and the reason why i have this cable both at home and office is so I dont have to open the flaps.
I used to have a Z and opening and closing the flaps is really a hassle.
not to mention that the rubber seals at the flaps get worn out over time
If any recommendation is needed, go get yourself the original Sony magnetic cables, and not third parties.
Saw many horrible reviews on third parties cables, as with shook187 input above, poorly made, took long time to charge etc
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Can you post a link for the original Sony cables, can't seem to find any.
I am considering buying a cheaper version of the dock, http://www.amazon.co.uk/Magnetic-De...9&sr=1-2-catcorr&keywords=magnetic+charger+z2 but not sure if its a complete scam.
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Do you know where to get original Sony cables? From what I can tell, Sony doesn't sell them separately, only as a part of their docks. It's unknown if the cables you get from other sources are official.
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Can you post a link for the original Sony cables, can't seem to find any.
I am considering buying a cheaper version of the dock, http://www.amazon.co.uk/Magnetic-De...9&sr=1-2-catcorr&keywords=magnetic+charger+z2 but not sure if its a complete scam.
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here u go. i got the exact same ones but got it locally in my country.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Genuine-Ori..._PDA_Cables_Adapters&var=&hash=item417e8c2f98
The biggest benefit would be you never have to open the flaps when charging the device. That'll prevent the waterproofing from wearing out as easily, though Sony claims the flaps should last throughout the life time of the device.
Anyway I've been using the magnetic cable since day 1 and have had no problems at all. I'm using the official cable which is strong enough for you to pickup and use the phone while charging. It'll still detach or "rock" about if you move it but it's no big deal.
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The biggest benefit would be you never have to open the flaps when charging the device. That'll prevent the waterproofing from wearing out as easily, though Sony claims the flaps should last throughout the life time of the device.
Anyway I've been using the magnetic cable since day 1 and have had no problems at all. I'm using the official cable which is strong enough for you to pickup and use the phone while charging. It'll still detach or "rock" about if you move it but it's no big deal.
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Where did you get yours from?
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Where did you get yours from?
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I got it from someone locally. Not sure if you can find official ones online. And I've heard of 3rd party magnetic cables not working at all, so that's something to keep in mind.
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I use a 3rd party adapter that I attach on to the official charger that came with my z1, my experience of it has been nothing but positive being honest.
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adamtan said:
here u go. i got the exact same ones but got it locally in my country.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Genuine-Ori..._PDA_Cables_Adapters&var=&hash=item417e8c2f98
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There's no such thing as a "Original" or "Genuine" magnetic charging cable from Sony, they're all 3rd party, the boxes are fake.
If the accessory is not listed on sonymobile.com then it's not genuine.
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There's no such thing as a "Original" or "Genuine" magnetic charging cable from Sony, they're all 3rd party, the boxes are fake.
If the accessory is not listed on sonymobile.com then it's not genuine.
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LOL seriously, just because it's not listed its not genuine.
im not too sure how should i go about answering that
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LOL seriously, just because it's not listed its not genuine.
im not too sure how should i go about answering that
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It ain't meant to be answered, it's a fact, not a question.
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LOL seriously, just because it's not listed its not genuine.
im not too sure how should i go about answering that
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I don't think those cables are from Sony. Looks like fake.
Anyone try Magnetor X... http://www.amazon.com/Magnector-Performance-Magnetic-Charging-Adapter/dp/B00JEN5S6A/ref=sr_1_1?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1412040478&sr=1-1
It seems like a great alternative to the dock... I don't want to always be taking out the thing to plug in... Magnetic and call it a day.\
I just bought three, arrived before my wife's Z3C (I'm getting the T-mobile Z3 when it's released). Look high quality enough.
I ordered one which it appears is in the same package as the phone so hopefully today or tomorrow. I'll report back if no-one else has by the time it arrives.
I heard these may not have enough clearance if you have certain cases on your phone.
clearance is limited, but the magnet has real bite - the only criticism is that it can lean away from the screen towards the rear of the phone, although that depends entirely how you hold it once attached - no led indicator, but the phone does that for you, and no issues as to the effectiveness of the charge (I've used 36% battery on the first day with moderate/reasonable use) - not perfect, just a lot better than you thought it would be......
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Anyone try Magnetor X... http://www.amazon.com/Magnector-Performance-Magnetic-Charging-Adapter/dp/B00JEN5S6A/ref=sr_1_1?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1412040478&sr=1-1
It seems like a great alternative to the dock... I don't want to always be taking out the thing to plug in... Magnetic and call it a day.\
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One girl on here that I talk to said she's been using the magnetic charger on her Z2 and absolutely loves it! So I think it's worth buying (already did actually lol, but waiting for Z3 as I have the HTC One M8 right now until it gets released here in the U.S., so have to wait and see). Apparently it charges twice as fast as the regular USB wall charger does.
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Right, I have one of these now and can report it's excellent. The magnet is pretty strong so holds to the phone well. Only problem I've found is that the Smart Connect app sees it as the same as the dock which is a little annoying as I used the dock at night to do things like turn off bluetooth and start Sleepbot etc.
I also bought an actual magnetic charging cable (this one: http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/magnetic-charging-cable-sony-xperia-z3-z3-compact-z2-black-p41526.htm) and the magnet on that is far weaker and comes off if you touch the phone at all while charging.
I definitely recommend the Magnetor X
thanks! i definitely am going to try this!
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Right, I have one of these now and can report it's excellent. The magnet is pretty strong so holds to the phone well. Only problem I've found is that the Smart Connect app sees it as the same as the dock which is a little annoying as I used the dock at night to do things like turn off bluetooth and start Sleepbot etc.
I also bought an actual magnetic charging cable (this one: http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/magnetic-charging-cable-sony-xperia-z3-z3-compact-z2-black-p41526.htm) and the magnet on that is far weaker and comes off if you touch the phone at all while charging.
I definitely recommend the Magnetor X
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3Shirts,
The cable I bought is this one, which is made by Magnector X: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JEMESHG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The reviews for it appear to be strongly favorable, so I am confident it will work great. What brand is the one you posted though? Can't find the maker name anywhere.
If you scroll down on mine, it says that Magnector makes this charger with Japanese parts not Chinese, so that may be the difference? Not sure. People who I've talked to on here who have the Z2 or Z3 and this charger cable say it's amazing too. So I definitely agree with your statement, though I have yet to try it out (I have the cable but waiting for Z3's release here in the U.S. lol).
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3Shirts,
The cable I bought is this one, which is made by Magnector X: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JEMESHG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The reviews for it appear to be strongly favorable, so I am confident it will work great. What brand is the one you posted though? Can't find the maker name anywhere.
If you scroll down on mine, it says that Magnector makes this charger with Japanese parts not Chinese, so that may be the difference? Not sure. People who I've talked to on here who have the Z2 or Z3 and this charger cable say it's amazing too. So I definitely agree with your statement, though I have yet to try it out (I have the cable but waiting for Z3's release here in the U.S. lol).
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Since it's also Magnector I would assume the magnets on that are as good as the ones on the adapter so it's probably great. Looks to basically the same but a fully wired version rather than being a microusb adapter like the OP.
I myself have also purchased this magnetic cable check out my review in the other magnetic cable thread. :good:
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Since it's also Magnector I would assume the magnets on that are as good as the ones on the adapter so it's probably great. Looks to basically the same but a fully wired version rather than being a microusb adapter like the OP.
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Yes I agree. Thanks.
The one I got's connector is smaller and I thought that made it more practical.
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Just tried mine. Works much much better then the cheap one I bought on ebay. The magnet keeps it in place if you move the phone around, when the cheap one would fall off.
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How does the chraging time compare to USB port?
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How does the chraging time compare to USB port?
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I heard speeds are great. However, there are no data to support that claim. I bought both the Magnetor X wire and adapter to test out the sizes, convenience, etc.--they will be coming later this week. I am discharging my phone until it goes 1% or so, then charge with various cables and adapters I have in hand (including OEM). Then compare it with the Magnetor X.
Hi Guys,
I'm looking for a car dock for my Nexus 6 similar to the pro clip or this fix2car mount http://www.holdersandmounts.co.uk/f...on-mount-dash-mount-with-usb-car-charger.html[1]
Basically my criteria are that I want to be able to take the phone in and out of the mount without having to attach the USB cable after. I want the USB cable to be fixed and the phone simply slides in to it.
The pro clip would cost me 150$+ and the fix2car one I linked would run me close to 70$. I'm looking for something about half that price.
Hope you guys can help!
Thanks
0 replies on XDA and on reddit, something tells me i'm about to drop a hundred bucks on a car mount... AGAIN!
PSA to anyone thinking about it: DO NOT get the airdock 2, it's a piece of poop and the phone falls off constantly.
If you must have the fixed plug, you could hack one in place with some JB Weld. A lot of guys did just that back in the "old" days.
Or suguru, that stuff works great for something like this. BTW, my airdock works great.
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If you would like to charge your phone in a car dock without having to attach USB each time why don't you get the QI charging dock? It is about $35-$40 here in US, probably about same in UK. And will work with non-bulky case.
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If you would like to charge your phone in a car dock without having to attach USB each time why don't you get the QI charging dock? It is about $35-$40 here in US, probably about same in UK. And will work with non-bulky case.
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welllllllll the reason why im trying to avoid a QI charging dock (which btw is not a make or model but the technology, can you specify which model you're referring to?) is because i bought this neato quick charge usb lighter thingy and i'd like to be able to use quick charge..... wireless QI charging is pretty slow and when having the screen on, and steaming music, and using maps for nav, it doesn't actually gain any charge!
three west said:
Or suguru, that stuff works great for something like this. BTW, my airdock works great.
Sent from my Nexus 10 using Tapatalk
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sugru is 22 american. add shipping, conversion to canadian dollar, and duties and it comes out to a lot thanks for the suggestion, though.
i think i am going with this:
http://www.lightinthebox.com/imobi4...ger-for-motorola-google-nexus-6_p2642248.html
georgeism said:
i think i am going with this:
http://www.lightinthebox.com/imobi4...ger-for-motorola-google-nexus-6_p2642248.html
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Nice find! I didn't know anyone made one like that for our Nexus 6.
georgeism said:
welllllllll the reason why im trying to avoid a QI charging dock (which btw is not a make or model but the technology, can you specify which model you're referring to?) is because i bought this neato quick charge usb lighter thingy and i'd like to be able to use quick charge..... wireless QI charging is pretty slow and when having the screen on, and steaming music, and using maps for nav, it doesn't actually gain any charge!
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Well, I am doing the same, streaming and navigating, with Nexus 6 in the dock, using 2.1A USB lighter thingy and it charges.
I am also aware QI is a technology and not a model. There are quite few of those. I am using this one: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00N4H1R1M?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s01
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Well, I am doing the same, streaming and navigating, with Nexus 6 in the dock, using 2.1A USB lighter thingy and it charges.
I am also aware QI is a technology and not a model. There are quite few of those. I am using this one: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00N4H1R1M?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s01
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the problem is that QI will bottleneck your charging. using a quickcharge usb lighter thing will work via a cable but not through QI!
QI will support up to 15 watts of charging in the future, it was actually announced like a couple of weeks ago or something, so future models will support quick charging
I have quick charger at work and at home. In the car I need the dock I can use with minimum effort and without connecting/disconnecting USB frequently
georgeism said:
i think i am going with this:
http://www.lightinthebox.com/imobi4...ger-for-motorola-google-nexus-6_p2642248.html
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Curious to know if you got the holder yet?
From the pictures on the site, it appears that one of the claws on the top lands directly on the power and/or volume buttons.
Would like to know if it interferes with proper operation?
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Curious to know if you got the holder yet?
From the pictures on the site, it appears that one of the claws on the top lands directly on the power and/or volume buttons.
Would like to know if it interferes with proper operation?
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it can if you have it completely tightened down, but you would not be able to pull the phone in and out if it was tightened down. the way i have it now is the clamp holds on to the lip of the phone but not so tightly that I can't easily put the phone in and out of the dock. The clamp does not press on the buttons, this way.
I was looking for the type of cable that allow to charge and use cable headphones( C type) . There are solutions for Iphone 7 but I have not come across any for Android. What's the situation in regards HTC U11?
I did the same search for about an hour one night, I didn't find anything either. I expected many options out of China. I was a bit surprised. Maybe the plug cannot put out and accept power at the same time on Android?
I seen a thread last night that someone bought something like https://www.amazon.com/Goliton-Fema...qid=1496202880&sr=8-44&keywords=usb+c+adapter and https://www.amazon.com/multiport-US...qid=1496203314&sr=8-14&keywords=USB-c+PD+Port
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I did the same search for about an hour one night, I didn't find anything either. I expected many options out of China. I was a bit surprised. Maybe the plug cannot put out and accept power at the same time on Android?
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I found this where the blogger talks a out possible schematics for usb c that enables both charge and music listening at the same time. Article is written in 2016.
Because I saw such adapters for iphone 7 maybe apple worked it out how to do it on lighting cable. Anyway here is a link : http://pocketnow.com/2016/09/08/the-impending-horror-of-usb-type-c-audio-adapters
I read something about type C that claims that splitting the port for simultaneous use and charging may be technically challenging for some reason. I tried looking for that article, but couldn't find it again. Regardless, if I need to charge while listening to my earphones, I temporarily use Bluetooth and one of these adapters: (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00MJMV0GU/ref=psdcmw_1293687011_t1_B01NCSFAAO)
to continue using my normal earphones until my phone fully charges. I really like my normal earphones and don't want to use Bluetooth ones, so I use this adapter till the phone's charged.
@itiskonrad
Isn't that a rushed decision by android manufacturers to replace 3.5 jack without exploring give situation ?! I have already two decent pair of earbuds and will have the third bundled with handset.
Did you buy that Bluetooth adaptor and using by any chance? If so are you fully satisfied?
nebulaoperator said:
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Isn't that a rushed decision by android manufacturers to replace 3.5 jack without exploring give situation ?! I have already two decent pair of earbuds and will have the third bundled with handset.
Did you buy that Bluetooth adaptor and using by any chance? If so are you fully satisfied?
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It is a rushed decision. What I'm curious about is if they used the anonymous usage data to make this decision. If so, it's possible that people who used both the headphone jack and charged their phone at the same time under-represented themselves by opting out of anonymous usage data.
Companies like Samsung and LG are "throw as many features into the phone as possible!" companies; making them more likely to be the last major manufacturers to get rid of the headphone jack.
3.5 jack on phones is dying off just like removable batteries. It's that simple.
You get a free included adaptor - so this is really not an issue as I see it.
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It is a rushed decision. What I'm curious about is if they used the anonymous usage data to make this decision. If so, it's possible that people who used both the headphone jack and charged their phone at the same time under-represented themselves by opting out of anonymous usage data.
Companies like Samsung and LG are "throw as many features into the phone as possible!" companies; making them more likely to be the last major manufacturers to get rid of the headphone jack.
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Could be they used wrong audience for that purpose. For instance apple by getting rid of 3.5 jack and patenting lighting port makes a lot of money. And that makes a sense because every company that wants to make lighting cable they pay apple. I don't know what is the situation with 3.5 jack and USB C type but that could also be related to Bluetooth earbuds/head[hone market. Just guessing.
I use my G5 connected to USB Type C for charging, while also using the 3.5mm headset jack connected to the car's AUX Audio input for playing Music, Navigation, Waze. I was hoping there would be an adapter somewhere (for phones like the U11) that would allow it to charge while also being able to connect to 3.5mm audio.
Hi got redirected here by @Lock and Load. Seems it is possible to do manual cable, but have to use data + - for charging (from what i read). That means 500mA charging only. I will try a cable when i get some time. Can a usb-c hub be used? Has anyone tried? Would save a lot of messing around.
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Hi got redirected here by @Lock and Load. Seems it is possible to do manual cable, but have to use data + - for charging (from what i read). That means 500mA charging only. I will try a cable when i get some time. Can a usb-c hub be used? Has anyone tried? Would save a lot of messing around.
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Investigated the same option you did. And mailed some sellers about it.
The Y+cables won't charge your phone, only the peripheral which you plugged in the other USB Port. And a power bank or. Charger in the other port.
As for this part for instance,
Wavlink USB 3.1 Type C 4 Ports Hub Adapter High Speed 5Gbps Aluminum Multiple USB-C HUB For Windows Mac OS Android 5.0 later
http://s.aliexpress.com/uAbyEzeA
(from AliExpress Android)
I got the answer it won't charge either.
What i did for now, i ordered a quick charge 3.0 powerbank. So when you are out. It charges quickly to listen further.
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....What i did for now, i ordered a quick charge 3.0 powerbank. So when you are out. It charges quickly to listen further....
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Would that charge as fast as the charger provided by HTC?
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Would that charge as fast as the charger provided by HTC?
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Yes that should be, because it's (Qualcomm certified) Quickcharge 3.0
I have ordered the BW-P3
https://www.blitzwolf.com/Qualcomm-Power-Banks-c-29.html
*justintime* said:
Yes that should be, because it's (Qualcomm certified) Quickcharge 3.0
I have ordered the BW-P3
https://www.blitzwolf.com/Qualcomm-Power-Banks-c-29.html
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Nice! I am still keen to buy Bluetooth earbuds at some point but that power bank is a must buy. Do you have case?
nebulaoperator said:
Nice! I am still keen to buy Bluetooth earbuds at some point but that power bank is a must buy. Do you have case?
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What do you mean with case? Case for U11?
Hmzzz Bluetooth earbuds. If you appreciate good sound quality, don't do that. If you still want to... Choose a Senheisser or Bose... And they don't come really cheap.
But that's up to you.
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What do you mean with case? Case for U11?
Hmzzz Bluetooth earbuds. If you appreciate good sound quality, don't do that. If you still want to... Choose a Senheisser or Bose... And they don't come really cheap.
But that's up to you.
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Yes protective case.
BT earbuds I would most likely use for audio books and other content but the music. I do get your point though.
nebulaoperator said:
Yes protective case.
BT earbuds I would most likely use for audio books and other content but the music. I do get your point though.
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Owww hearbooks etc.. Bluetooth.. I would go for it. [emoji6]
Protective case.. Yes... As posted here.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=72478864
How about that one? Seems like a simple solution for the Moto Z and maybe for the HTC U11?
https://www.amazon.com/Headphone-Co...26&sr=8-1&keywords=usb+c+audio+charge+adapter
@*justintime* I gotcha Look what tal_sarid found! @tal_sarid I am intrigued. I did asked him about cable .