Hey guys!
Thought I would post a review for this Qi wireless car charger since I didn't see much info about it and help those in deciding one for their car.
I have been using this Qi wireless car charger for about 4 months. The weather here is summer now so the car interior does get super hot, and so far this charger has been working like a champ in the heat.
The charger comes with a bunch of accessories which include:
-Vent adapter holder
-Traditional suction cup stand holder for dashboards
-Micro Usb cable
-Usb car chager (1 input)
-Sticky pads for wire management
I used the suction cup on my dash since my vents in my car are not ideal for my setup. The Qi charger is made hard sturdy black plastic and the section where you place your phone is made of a softer grippy rubber that holds the Nexus 6 very well. There is button on the back that release the two arm clamps. The Nexus 6 being a big of a device I thought it would be a tight fit, but I am happy to report that there is plenty of space. I have a Caseology Case and still a bit of extra room on the dock. So for those with thicker cases than mine can still fit, but in terms of it charging through a thicker case is something I do not have to test, but for those familiar with my case which I will put a link on the bottom of this post, my phone charges perfectly fine with it. Also the Qi charging unit in this has a 3 coil system so placement is not an issue and wireless charging is maximized and efficient as possible. There is a LED light on the bottom that indicates if it idle or charging, Green means idle and Blue means charging. The cradle of the charger is very sturdy and holds the Nexus with ease, have not had it drop my phone (yet) and hopefully stays that way. I use the charger everyday for the past 4 months and yet to encounter an issue, remember I am using it 95 degree weather for the past 4 months and it has not died on me yet. Once winter comes I will update on how it handles the cold, hopefully like a champ as it does in the summer! I attached some pictures for everyone to have a better look at it. Overall I am very happy with this charger and highly recommended!
Any questions about this product let me know and I will try my best to answer and help!
Amazon Links:
Qi wireless charger:
http://www.amazon.com/RAVPower-Wire...id=1440909770&sr=8-1&keywords=ravpower+qi+car
Case:
http://www.amazon.com/Caseology®-Me...=1440911291&sr=8-1&keywords=nexus+6+caseology
Thanks!
Look.like so good.
Can you try in front window and let us know how it works? When I get my phone it's going to be a window mount and since I'll have to use an OTG adapter for long distance that means I'll have to use wireless charging.
thunderstruck! said:
Can you try in front window and let us know how it works? When I get my phone it's going to be a window mount and since I'll have to use an OTG adapter for long distance that means I'll have to use wireless charging.
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If you mean having the suction cup on the windows then yes it works even better cause the surface on the glass gives it an even better grip.
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Looking for a good car mount with wireless charging that will work with the nexus 6 any recommendations?
I'd recommend not using one. Wireless charging will be way to slow on the n6.
jdenman03 said:
I'd recommend not using one. Wireless charging will be way to slow on the n6.
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used the square stock wireless charger with my n5, stuck a clip to the back of it and just relied on the magnets to hold it. Didn't wiggle at all, never fell off, was perfect, wish I could rig the same thing with the N6, but I don't think the magnets will be near strong enough.
A qi charge is going to charge at 1a at most, for he N5 that was more than enough to cover full brightness, gps, and streaming over bluetooth, and still providing enough to charge the battery. I IMAGINE if you could somehow hook it up like that, it would provide enough of a charge to the N6 as well, at worst I think you'd not lose charge. JMHO though.
So if you not recommending the wireless charge on it then do the sell a fast charge adapter for the car? Really the main thing is a good car dock. I figured the wireless charge would just be a plus.
I've been using the Airdock with my Nexus 5 for a while now and I absolute LOVE it. It uses magnets to hold the N5 in place, and I'm hoping the N6 also has these magnets. It also has a special surface that is supposed to hold certain phones without magnets, depending on the material of the back of the phone.
Also as far as the speed of charging, it works well enough to slowly charge my N5 with the screen always on in my car and with GPS running (at a minimum, it keeps it from losing charge). This is all I need in my car. On those certain occasions where you really want a faster charge, I just plug it in.
Let us know if it works with N6. Can you have a slim case on the phone an the magnet still works?
Got my N6 today. Unfortunately it doesn't work with the AirDock, as it doesn't stay on it. Looks like the N6 doesn't have any magnets. Very disappointing.
nyijedi said:
Got my N6 today. Unfortunately it doesn't work with the AirDock, as it doesn't stay on it. Looks like the N6 doesn't have any magnets. Very disappointing.
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I've read the magnets are near the bottom of the phone. Can you double check?
fictionoid said:
I've read the magnets are near the bottom of the phone. Can you double check?
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I just ran a magnet all over the back of the N6. There is indeed some type of magnetic pull in the bottom corner, however, it is EXTREMELY weak. I'm guessing it's there to maybe help nudge the phone into the correct position when laying flat on a (future official?) qi charger, but it is absolutely not enough to hold it onto the AirDock. By way of comparison, the magnetic pull with the magnet is much stronger, and over a much greater area, on the N5.
Also, the N6 is a lot heavier than the N5. Add the curved back into the equation, and these 3 factors pretty much guarantee the phone won't work with the AirDock. Believe me, I tried to get it to stick on the AirDock today, and there's no way it's happening.
iOttie Qi charger works. You've got to find the sweet spot to have it grasp the side, without hitting the volume buttons, and still getting the charging coils aligned. Not super difficult - just takes a second to align. I expect this to be irrelevant once I get a case which keeps the buttons recessed.
-bZj
Anyone who's using a QI car dock have any input on charging / maintaining charge with screen always on, brightness up, streaming music, maps, etc.
I'm just curious if the iOttie or any other wireless chargers can avoid LOSING charge with the N6 when under "heavy" use.
One problem I find is you can't keep the screen on when wirelessly charging once the battery is at 100%. The phone stops charging so the screen goes off. Very annoying hopefully someone can find a fix.
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One problem I find is you can't keep the screen on when wirelessly charging once the battery is at 100%. The phone stops charging so the screen goes off. Very annoying hopefully someone can find a fix.
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The "Stay Awake" option in the Developer Options should be what you're looking for.
No that doesn't work when the phone is fully charged because the N6 doesn't have trickle mode it actually shuts off charging. Thus the screen shuts off.
My Homebrew Wireless Car Charging Solution
I made my own wireless car charger by grafting a PowerBot charging puck onto a Ram Large X-Grip. I simply used double-faced tape to attach the PowerBot to the X-Grip. I started this with my Nexus 5 in a Spigen Neo-Hybrid case and it works just as well with my N6 inside a Diztronic Slim TPU case.
Here's the charger:
http://www.amazon.com/PowerBot®-PB1...687&sr=8-1&keywords=powerbot+wireless+charger
And here's the X-Grip:
http://www.amazon.com/Ram-Mount-Uni...TF8&qid=1416714725&sr=8-4&keywords=ram+x-grip
You'll need a way to attach the X-Grip to your vehicle. Ram-Mount's website has countless ways to do this.
Here's Ram's website:
http://www.rammount.com/
I used a Mirror-Mate(TM):
http://www.rammount.com/NewProducts/MirrorMount/tabid/2538/Default.aspx
And paired it with a Long Arm (don't use the shorter ones; the phone will hit the rear-view mirror in portrait orientation):
http://www.rammount.com/CatalogResu...65077045066045050048049085045067/Default.aspx
I can leave the PowerBot plugged into my cigarette lighter all the time (standard mini-USB cable and 12V-USB adapter) and it's easy to mount or remove the phone, just squeeze the arms of the X-Grip together and out it comes (this takes two hands or the phone will fall). This works great for calls, navigation, or as a dash-cam. Ram makes suction cups for those who want to mount directly to the windshield but I highly recommend the Mirror-Mate(TM).
Not cheap, total cost about $70 plus shipping.
EDIT: I just saw this in another thread and I'm going to replace my PowerBot with this Anker:
http://www.amazon.com/Anker-Ultra-S...Qi-Enabled/dp/B00HIZ3ZI4/ref=cm_cd_ql_qh_dp_t
Right now the 4 rubber grippers are flush with the front of the phone, which makes it a bit finicky to mount securely. The Anker charging pad is about 1/8" thinner than the PowerBot, which will accommodate the thickness of the phone perfectly with about 1/8" of overlap between the 4 grippers and the bezel of the N6. Putting the N6 in the X-Grip without the charger in-between leaves the 4 grippers protruding above the bezel about 3/8" which means they can get in the way if I'm trying to use the touchscreen near them.
See my posts in this thread...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2910978
[Q] Car mount similar to iOttie?
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toyfreak said:
I made my own wireless car charger by grafting a PowerBot charging puck onto a Ram Large X-Grip. I simply used double-faced tape to attach the PowerBot to the X-Grip. I started this with my Nexus 5 in a Spigen Neo-Hybrid case and it works just as well with my N6 inside a Diztronic Slim TPU case.
Here's the charger:
http://www.amazon.com/PowerBot®-PB1...687&sr=8-1&keywords=powerbot+wireless+charger
And here's the X-Grip:
http://www.amazon.com/Ram-Mount-Uni...TF8&qid=1416714725&sr=8-4&keywords=ram+x-grip
You'll need a way to attach the X-Grip to your vehicle. Ram-Mount's website has countless ways to do this.
Here's Ram's website:
http://www.rammount.com/
I used a Mirror-Mate(TM):
http://www.rammount.com/NewProducts/MirrorMount/tabid/2538/Default.aspx
And paired it with a Long Arm (don't use the shorter ones; the phone will hit the rear-view mirror in portrait orientation):
http://www.rammount.com/CatalogResu...65077045066045050048049085045067/Default.aspx
I can leave the PowerBot plugged into my cigarette lighter all the time (standard mini-USB cable and 12V-USB adapter) and it's easy to mount or remove the phone, just squeeze the arms of the X-Grip together and out it comes (this takes two hands or the phone will fall). This works great for calls, navigation, or as a dash-cam. Ram makes suction cups for those who want to mount directly to the windshield but I highly recommend the Mirror-Mate(TM).
Not cheap, total cost about $70 plus shipping.
EDIT: I just saw this in another thread and I'm going to replace my PowerBot with this Anker:
http://www.amazon.com/Anker-Ultra-S...Qi-Enabled/dp/B00HIZ3ZI4/ref=cm_cd_ql_qh_dp_t
Right now the 4 rubber grippers are flush with the front of the phone, which makes it a bit finicky to mount securely. The Anker charging pad is about 1/8" thinner than the PowerBot, which will accommodate the thickness of the phone perfectly with about 1/8" of overlap between the 4 grippers and the bezel of the N6. Putting the N6 in the X-Grip without the charger in-between leaves the 4 grippers protruding above the bezel about 3/8" which means they can get in the way if I'm trying to use the touchscreen near them.
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Did you use super glue or something to attach the Qi charger to the Xgrip?
Also, how long is the USB cable provided by Anker?
picked this up on sale for my nexus 6 w/ spigen ultra hybrid
https://slickdeals.net/f/7565384-au...s-smartphone-charger-qi-for-9-99-frys-com?v=1
nexus 6 is a bit wide for it, but the handles flex enough to let it go in; wireless charging, went up 1% from ride home from frys with gps navigation on w/ screen halfway
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Did you use super glue or something to attach the Qi charger to the Xgrip?
Also, how long is the USB cable provided by Anker?
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I used double-faced mounting tape between the X-Grip and charger. The cable is 1m long.
What did you use to bond the qi charger to the ram mount?
Hi guys! I've been eyeing a wireless charger for a while now. I have the D855 which includes Qi wireless charging capabilities
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Last time I purchases a generic charger for the Note 2 it got really hot for my liking.
I've had an eye for this one... Aukey N12:
http://www.aukey.com/product/wireless-charger-n12
Unfortunately I can only find this one on eBay Australia:
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=171730898638&alt=web
But it's $80+ down to $6.99 which is concerning.
So are there better alternatives (I assume there are heaps)?
Thanks!! [emoji4]
Will wireless chargers charge through some/all cases or covers?
It would be a pain to have to keep removing a cover (for example gel or plastic one) to be able to charge, espeically for those that are a really tight fit.
The Nokia wireless charges work flawlessly
The Nokia one is great but hard to find cheap.
Try the WCD-100 which is from LG and you can get it from Ebay for under $40-50. It works perfectly with the LG G3 (with a case). You just need to make sure you have a 1.5Amp USB charger as the WCD-100 doesn't come with a wall plug, just the USB cable.
I have several wireless chargers, the ones I like best are the Itian desktop charger and the Ikea Desk lamp charger. I have the Itian at work and the Ikea on my nightstand next to my bed. I need to put some clear rubber "feet" on the Ikea charger for easier alignment, and maybe find a way to add the charger for my G Watch R, but both work well. I should also add a disclaimer that I have only used the Ikea charger with the LG quick circle case, bit the Itian worked with the thinner cases, not so much with the leather book case (plastic and leather between the phone and charger)
@Aid777
It really depends on how thick it is. I reckon <4-5mm will be able to. I hope to get one soon and I'll let you know when I do.
When I got my LG G3 and bought the Qi charging backplate for it, I immediately bought this charging mount for my car. With the LG, it worked perfectly. Unfortunately, the coils in the charger are too low for the Turbo 2 to get a charge (even though the charger itself lights up as if the phone is charging, I'm still experiencing battery drain, and the phone doesn't believe it's charging). If I put the phone in upside down, the phone charges, but then the arms of the holster are pressed against the side buttons.
Anyone have a better car Qi charging solution for the Turbo?
https://youtu.be/gGwDbZGq_-c
gotroot801 said:
When I got my LG G3 and bought the Qi charging backplate for it, I immediately bought this charging mount for my car. With the LG, it worked perfectly. Unfortunately, the coils in the charger are too low for the Turbo 2 to get a charge (even though the charger itself lights up as if the phone is charging, I'm still experiencing battery drain, and the phone doesn't believe it's charging). If I put the phone in upside down, the phone charges, but then the arms of the holster are pressed against the side buttons.
Anyone have a better car Qi charging solution for the Turbo?
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This one works great for me
iOttie HLCRIO132 Easy One Touch Wireless Qi Standard Car Mount Charger for Qi Enabled Devices - Standard Packaging - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00UXS7958/ref=cm_sw_r_em_awd_SlCDwbY35JGTS
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evgeny71 said:
This one works great for me
iOttie HLCRIO132 Easy One Touch Wireless Qi Standard Car Mount Charger for Qi Enabled Devices - Standard Packaging - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00UXS7958/ref=cm_sw_r_em_awd_SlCDwbY35JGTS
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How far out does the arm extend? The Choetech came straight up from the suction cup base, and I have to reach forward a bit to reach the phone - enough so that it feels dangerous while driving on the highway.
I did manage to get the Choetech to start charging the phone by positioning the phone a little higher than normal in the holster, then moving it down, but if the iOttie charges easily from the default position I might consider that if I get some Amazon gift cards this year.
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How far out does the arm extend? The Choetech came straight up from the suction cup base, and I have to reach forward a bit to reach the phone - enough so that it feels dangerous while driving on the highway.
I did manage to get the Choetech to start charging the phone by positioning the phone a little higher than normal in the holster, then moving it down, but if the iOttie charges easily from the default position I might consider that if I get some Amazon gift cards this year.
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It extends for about 1.5 inches, far enough to be where I want it to be at. The lower supporting fork is adjustable. It can move up and down. So I was able to align wireless charging logo of the phone with the coils of the holder. Now I don't have to worry about the position of the phone when it is in the holder. I have two of them, for my wife and myself. And we are both satisfied. There are some videos on that Amazon page about this product. You can check them out.
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It extends for about 1.5 inches, far enough to be where I want it to be at. The lower supporting fork is adjustable. It can move up and down. So I was able to align wireless charging logo of the phone with the coils of the holder. Now I don't have to worry about the position of the phone when it is in the holder. I have two of them, for my wife and myself. And we are both satisfied. There are some videos on that Amazon page about this product. You can check them out.
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Thanks for describing this -- I had been concerned about getting something like this precisely because I was worried about positioning so that 1) the coils would line up with the phone's charging "sweet spot" and 2) the side buttons wouldn't be blocked. Have the bottom support adjustable addresses that beautifully.
jonstrong said:
Thanks for describing this -- I had been concerned about getting something like this precisely because I was worried about positioning so that 1) the coils would line up with the phone's charging "sweet spot" and 2) the side buttons wouldn't be blocked. Have the bottom support adjustable addresses that beautifully.
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Likewise. Also, the arm extending out slightly puts the phone closer to me, and on my car that would make it as close as the vent clip on the Choetech was.
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https://youtu.be/gGwDbZGq_-c
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Not gonna work with this phone unless you either stick the Airdock sticker on it or have a case it'll stick to...
mjones73 said:
Not gonna work with this phone unless you either stick the Airdock sticker on it or have a case it'll stick to...
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you're correct... I use a slim silicone case and the air dock works great.
vader540is said:
you're correct... I use a slim silicone case and the air dock works great.
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How are you keeping yours sticky? I've washed mine as recommended, my G2 kept falling off it with with the magnetic sticker on my case, don't feel safe with the DT2 because it's heavier.
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How are you keeping yours sticky? I've washed mine as recommended, my G2 kept falling off it with with the magnetic sticker on my case, don't feel safe with the DT2 because it's heavier.
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I never wash mine lol
Just received my iOttie, and it is excellent! Thanks again, evgeny71!
For your help, I'll be nice to the next Penguins fan I meet.
gotroot801 said:
Just received my iOttie, and it is excellent! Thanks again, evgeny71!
For your help, I'll be nice to the next Penguins fan I meet.
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You are welcome! I'm glad I helped!
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This is my first phone with wireless charging.
Could someone let me know why QI charging in a car would be preferable to cradle with a built in charger.
I have been using Pro Clip car docks for the last 5 years (3 phones and 2 SUVs) and am happy with them.
I disassembled the USB charger portion of my dock for my old Note3 while I wait for my backordered DT2 cradle to come.
If Qi is better I can cancel my order and get something different.
I see no drain while running Waze and listening to Audio Books though bluetooth. Additionally I mount an NFC tag on there to activate phone actions when I dock my phone.
The charger is hard wired to my car and the mounting system has been rock solid and allows for my Amateur Radio faceplate to be mounted within easy reach right below the phone dock.
On the other hand, the drop in dock doesn't work with a case but they do have other options for universal mounts.
http://www.proclipusa.com/phone-holders/device/motorola/droid-turbo-2.cmsv
evgeny71 said:
This one works great for me
iOttie HLCRIO132 Easy One Touch Wireless Qi Standard Car Mount Charger for Qi Enabled Devices - Standard Packaging - Black
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After reading this thread weeks ago, I got this car mount. It is excellent. Works flawlessly and I love not having to connect a cord every time I get in the truck. The push on and one touch release is smooth too.
I was hoping to move from my old window mount spot to the center console but the gap wasn't wide enough for the extra dash mount pad. It is just barely wide enough for the regular suction mount but it doesn't form a complete seal and fell when I tried it. Still the window mount has worked for me for years and this mount comes out a little further than my old bionic mount so that's a big plus.
Hello,
Im lokking for the case that does it all. That you can use on a magnetic car mount and also on a wireless charger stand.
I bought these one, https://store.exelium.net/en/galaxy-s8/189-galaxy-s8-wireless-charging-case.html
And it does all of that perfectly, but the case it self i dont like it because it feels and is slippery on the hands.
Do you know of something similar? or have any recomendation?
Thanks.
I just bought this:
https://www.ipitaka.com/collections/aramid-case-for-samsung-galaxy-s8
I can confirm that wireless charging works with the case on. I also just ordered the magnetic mount, just waiting on it to arrive.
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Here's a post with pics:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=72532053&postcount=4
I don't think any wireless charger will work through the little piece of metal needed for the magnetic stand/holder. If you find a way, please let me know.
AJ4VS said:
I don't think any wireless charger will work through the little piece of metal needed for the magnetic stand/holder. If you find a way, please let me know.
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The Pitaka case works with wireless charging and magnetic mount. I think the metal in the case is shaped like a ring which allows wireless charge to pass through.
Slightly off topic. Has anyone been able to find a good wireless charger for the car? Air vent chargers have unsightly cables in the car which I really tend to avoid. What I would ideally like is a wireless charger that is like a cup holder style, has a sticky pad on and is quick charge compatible.
I just dont get why there is a gap in the market for something like that.
Once again, wishlist:
1. Cup holder style wireless charger
2. Sticky pad so that the phone stays in place (Can consider magnetic as well, but will need a case with that)
3. Quick charge
4. Hide wires somewhere
Haven't seen any reviews for this around so I figured I'd drop this here.
Fast Wireless Car Charger, ZeroLemon 10W Wireless Charging Car Mount Holder Wireless Charging Stand for iPhone X/8/8 Plus, Samsung S8/S8 Plus, Note 8, S7/7 Edge and All Qi-enabled Devices https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M07MUC2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_sVNuAb96Y19FC
Was looking for something like this when I got an s8 for work.
Pros:
It works. Fast charge works and the bottom feet line up things to ensure a connection each time.
Simple cradle use. Plop it in, the bottom feet pull down to where you marked (even lines up iPhones and such) and the sides automatically hugs the phone. Releases when you pull the phone up. Super easy one hand use.
Cradle is very secure and I haven't had it pop out yet. Best one hand cradle I've had.
Cons:
It gets a little hot like most of these do. The next con will play on this a bit more.
It's winter and this only comes with a air vent clip. I live in Wisconsin. I keep my heater on full blast for auto-start. Even with the vent closed it still gets mighty warm. I worry a bit about that, especially the glue on the foam on the vent clips. None of this would worry me in the other seasons.
Doesn't work well with a regular case. Isn't even recommended. However rhinoshield crashguard was no problem. It's the only case I use on my phones anymore so it's not an issue.
General thoughts:
If you're looking for this setup it's great. Wireless charging and the ease of the cradle is perfect. However I am really not crazy about an air vent mount. It does use the ball joint to connect to the mount so I'm going to see about fitting it on a dashboard mount set up for that. Would be nice if they included that option.