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I just wanted to let people know that Scosche just released a new dual 2.4A car charger. This is not a car charger that splits 2.4A between two ports, but one that has full 2.4A per port. You can charge tablets and phones at the same time. What I love about this charger, is that it sits flush in the car. No stick protruding out.
I used to have their older model, the 2.1A dual car charger USBC202M. I purchased it in May. When I saw that they had this one available on their site, I asked a representative through chat if I could exchange my USBC202M for the USBC242M one. He said sure and gave me the info on how to do the exchange. I only paid the shipping to them and got a brand new item. I did not send the original box or anything. Great customer service!
I will try this later on. I have a dedicated USB charge only cable so I will not run into any of the charging issues that some people might have using a data/charge cable.
The USBC202M and USBC242M are listed as the same price on SCOSCHE's website. The USBC242M is not up on Amazon yet, which is where I purchased the original charger.
Link to USBC242M: http://www.scosche.com/chargers/ipad-usb-car-charger-two-port
Link to the charge only cable I am using (nice 5ft): http://www.amazon.com/Specialised-M...=UTF8&qid=1385138950&sr=8-1&keywords=portapow . I like how it is a little thinner than the Mediabridge 6ft one that everyone seems to be using. And the connections are a little less bulkier as well so I am able to connect with my phone that is using a Spigen Slim Armor.
Pics up soon.
How do you use that micro usb charging only cable with the Note 3?
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How do you use that micro usb charging only cable with the Note 3?
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It's like any other USB cable, you just plug it in to a USB port. It allows AC charging regardless if you plug it into an AC adapter or a USB port on your PC. This will not allow any data when used in a PC.
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How do you use that micro usb charging only cable with the Note 3?
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http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/blog/2013/11/samsung-galaxy-note-3-usb-3-0-and-microusb-compatibility/
Just look at your Note 3's USB 3.0 port on the phone. See that one slot is bigger. Thats where you plug the USB 2.0 cable into. It will work just fine.
USBC202M
That same model number is on Amazon. it lists it differently though..
Dual 10 WATT (2.1A) USB Ports
http://www.amazon.com/Scosche-USBC202M-Charger-works-iPhone/dp/B0077PM3KG
It is only $16 which is a lot less than $24
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I see the difference. The packaging you have a picture of has that Model number listed as USBC242M not USBC202M
The lesser should be more than adequate for the Note 3 as it exceeds the 1.8A it will really use at the most.
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USBC202M
That same model number is on Amazon. it lists it differently though..
Dual 10 WATT (2.1A) USB Ports
http://www.amazon.com/Scosche-USBC202M-Charger-works-iPhone/dp/B0077PM3KG
It is only $16 which is a lot less than $24
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I see the difference. The packaging you have a picture of has that Model number listed as USBC242M not USBC202M
The lesser should be more than adequate for the Note 3 as it exceeds the 1.8A it will really use at the most.
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Yeah. I had the original USBC202M that you see on Amazon. I paid that back in May. I contacted Scosche through chat on their website (took about 30 min before someone was even available) and asked if I could just swap it with the newer model since they were selling it for the same price. He just needed the receipt (which showed my cost of $16) when I send my original one. It was done as a warranty exchange since it was within a year.
I know 2.4A is more than enough but this is great if you also wanted to charge a tablet as well. Or if people were running kernels that allowed more than 1.8A charging.
Here's a much cheaper Anker dual 2.4A that I was looking at but hate how large it is. The price is soooo nice too. $11.99
http://www.amazon.com/Release-Anker...5144055&sr=8-1&keywords=2.4a+car+charger+dual
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Here's a much cheaper Anker dual 2.4A that I was looking at but hate how large it is. The price is soooo nice too. $11.99
http://www.amazon.com/Release-Anker...5144055&sr=8-1&keywords=2.4a+car+charger+dual
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The Anker is good and the price is right.
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The Anker is good and the price is right.
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Anker makes quality products. The price is great but I was really looking for a flush look when installed in my car. Most of my interior is black and this is a bright pearl white. Is there an advantage of a stick design as opposed to a flush?
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Anker makes quality products. The price is great but I was really looking for a flush look when installed in my car. Most of my interior is black and this is a bright pearl white. Is there an advantage of a stick design as opposed to a flush?
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Yes, looks aside the compact version is going to run much hotter if both outlets are used at capacity.
jteran5 said:
Anker makes quality products. The price is great but I was really looking for a flush look when installed in my car. Most of my interior is black and this is a bright pearl white. Is there an advantage of a stick design as opposed to a flush?
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Spray paint.
KroniK187 said:
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/blog/2013/11/samsung-galaxy-note-3-usb-3-0-and-microusb-compatibility/
Just look at your Note 3's USB 3.0 port on the phone. See that one slot is bigger. Thats where you plug the USB 2.0 cable into. It will work just fine.
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Yeah I had totally missed that until I saw this thread. After posting the question I looked at the port and saw that it is a two in one port. Just the other day I was bummed that I forgot the N3 charging cable at home. I spent all day reserving battery when I had my S4 cable in my bag the whole time. Doh!
I am getting one of these. So basically this is overkill right? Since 1.8a is max? Does the charge only cable benefit more in any way than a charge/data cable or are the charging amps the same?
Update.
I ended up getting the less amp USBC202M via Amazon http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0077PM3KG and ordered two Charging MicroUSB cables also from Amazon http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009W34X1I
The cables are designed for full charge (just like being plugged into an AC charger) but in the car. I can charge my Note 3 and Tablet both with 1800mA each. The cables are straight 6FT heavy cables which are hard to break, and give you lots of room to use the phone or tablet while it is plugged in.
Just like having AC power in the car/truck with fast charge times
The difference between wall charging and usb charging, is that the wall charger ties the two usb data pins together. Phones detect that and charge slower on usb to protect computer ports from high current drain. Good car chargers solder together the two data pins to cheat the phone into thinking that is connected into a wall charger and thus charge the fastest possible.
You could find usb cables that internally connect the data pins, however that cable won't allow you to send data.
This applies to most usb charged devices, like android, iphone, ipad, etc.
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The Scosche does not work with the galaxy s5; the anker does but is larger physically.
I found my dual micro high current car charger on boxwave. It was cheap, and works great. No problems at all. The phone shouldnt pull more power then it needs. If so id check with tech services.
Thinkfreshdell said:
I found my dual micro high current car charger on boxwave. It was cheap, and works great. No problems at all. The phone shouldnt pull more power then it needs. If so id check with tech services.
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Don't worry. If the charger is required more power than is able to provIde it will just cut to the top.
Output of that plug states 10v 12w
Official note 3 charger is 5.3v 2amp I cant see how this could be good for your phone/battery.
idone said:
Output of that plug states 10v 12w
Official note 3 charger is 5.3v 2amp I cant see how this could be good for your phone/battery.
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Where does it say 10v?
Anyway, I've finally bought the Anker 24W, which is compatible with the Galaxy S5, so there are much higher probability to be compatible with newer devices like Galaxy Tab S, Galaxy note 4, etc.
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Where does it say 10v?
Anyway, I've finally bought the Anker 24W, which is compatible with the Galaxy S5, so there are much higher probability to be compatible with newer devices like Galaxy Tab S, Galaxy note 4, etc.
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Second picture in the first post, twards the bottom left.
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Second picture in the first post, twards the bottom left.
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Obviously this is a mistake, it's referring to input voltage.
12V USB Adapter
Input Voltage: 10-16V
USB Output Voltage: 5VDC, Dual 12 Watt (2.4A)
http://www.scosche.com/chargers/ipad-usb-car-charger-two-port
Note that some car chargers allow 12-24V because you can use also trucks and vans for charging. Doesn't seem the case for Scosche.
UPDATE 12/17/2016 Charger still works great no issues with it and my Pixel XL
Here is the detailed testing review information http://lygte-info.dk/review/USBpower Blitzwold USC-C car charger BW-C3 UK.html
Here you can find more detailed testing reviews on other usb devices http://www.lygte-info.dk/info/indexUSB UK.html OR http://lygte-info.dk/info/ChargerIndex UK.html
UPDATE 11/23/2016, mentioned this charger to Nathan K, and he linked me a review done by HKJ http://budgetlightforum.com/node/45176.
COMMENTS: "He felt it was "a bit too powerful". Translation (and my opinion): it lacks overload protection safeties, avoid.
"No individual port overload protection."
UPDATE 11/15/2016: I tested with my Pixel XL and it handles 1400-1450mA in port (A) using stock a-c cable and 1450-1530mA in port (c) cabled usb-c..
UPDATE 11/12/2016; This morning I plugged in at 66% on phone, ampere showed the charger feeding 2400mA. This is as fast as my zerolemon QC wall charger on my lg g4.
BlitzWolf? 5V 5.4A USB Type C BW-C3 Car Charger 27W
http://us.banggood.com/Wholesale-Wa...t-Google-Chromebook-Pixel-wp-Usa-1008254.html
$4.90 + Free Shipping
Coupon code: b8cb34 51% off for Blitzwolf Bw-C3expired
I just found this deal on slickdeals and I am just posting the deal here if anyone wants to take advantage. I ordered 3 myself. But do not know anything other than that about the product or the site selling them. Use/Order at your own risk!
FIY: I don't think this is capable of charging the Pixel at 18w max, but it should be able to do it safely at 15w (5v 3A). It supposedly can't handle max charging two devices either. It has a permanently attached USB C cable and a USB A slot.
EDIT: Same item on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Charger-BlitzWolf-Attached-Chromebook-Macbook/dp/B01ALA75I8
PIXEL XL Thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/pixel-xl/accessories/blitzwolf-5v-5-4a-usb-type-c-bw-c3-car-t3492163
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PSA; as some of you know Benson Leung fried his Chromebook Pixel while testing. Others may not know that on November 9th Nathan K posted messing up his Pixel's Port controller as well.
https://plus.google.com/102612254593917101378/posts/iFweEx52Rbs?sfc=true
Be careful what accessories, cables you use, including major manufacturer name brands.
This charger is actually awesome. been using it for a year with my nexus 6p and now my pixel, it will only do 15w
Yeah it's still on sale too!
So this is legit safe? because I see all over the place everyone is 'freaking out' about the usb cables I swear when it was just micro usb cables no one cared, but now with this USB C everyone cares all of a sudden?
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So this is legit safe? because I see all over the place everyone is 'freaking out' about the usb cables I swear when it was just micro usb cables no one cared, but now with this USB C everyone cares all of a sudden?
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I wouldn't say everyone. I for instance did not freak out.
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It's only 5v 3A 15w max unless it's defective, it doesnt go any higher than the max a pixel can handle. Like the 9v/3A 12v 15v 20v...
Edit; its a clone of the nekteck on the spreadsheet, YMMV
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1vnpEXfo2HCGADdd9G2x9dMDWqENiY2kgBJUu29f_TX8/pubhtml#
http://www.nekteck.com/usb-type-c-c...-with-integrated-built-in-type-c-31-cord.html
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So this is legit safe? because I see all over the place everyone is 'freaking out' about the usb cables I swear when it was just micro usb cables no one cared, but now with this USB C everyone cares all of a sudden?
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Its because there were several reports with the nexus 6p usb c ports burning up and lots of micro usb to usb c adapters melting, but mostly when the cable was wiggled or phone fell while plugged in.
I think Benson Leung's Pixel fried testing correct if im wrong?
Yeap, bad cable fried it;
https://www.engadget.com/2016/02/03/benson-leung-chromebook-pixel-usb-type-c-test/
So this cable is good for the pixel no probs?
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So this cable is good for the pixel no probs?
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I tested with my Pixel XL and it handles 1400-1450mA in port (A) using stock a-c cable and 1450-1530mA in port (c) cabled usb-c.
clockcycle said:
I tested with my Pixel XL and it handles 1400-1450mA in port (A) using stock a-c cable and 1450-1530mA in port (c) cabled usb-c.
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honestly I have no idea what that means, but I will assume its good to go for a Pixel user like me?
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honestly I have no idea what that means, but I will assume its good to go for a Pixel user like me?
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It worked, a little slower than the Google Pixel stock wall charger, and not quite what I would call FAST charging, but it didn't blow up my Pixel yet..
clockcycle said:
It worked, a little slower than the Google Pixel stock wall charger, and not quite what I would call FAST charging, but it didn't blow up my Pixel yet..
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what do you think of this one?
http://www.banggood.com/BlitzWolf-Q...er-p-1049810.html?rmmds=detail-top-unbeatable
Its literally the same thing but QC3?
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what do you think of this one?
http://www.banggood.com/BlitzWolf-Q...er-p-1049810.html?rmmds=detail-top-unbeatable
Its literally the same thing but QC3?
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QC over usb c is bad and that's not $5
Pixel isn't QC.
UPDATE 11/12/2016; This morning I plugged in at 66% on phone, ampere showed the charger feeding 2400mA. This is as fast as my zerolemon QC wall charger on my lg g4.
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UPDATE 11/12/2016; This morning I plugged in at 66% on phone, ampere showed the charger feeding 2400mA. This is as fast as my zerolemon QC wall charger on my lg g4.
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alright I ordered one haha same one as you thanks for testing! lol
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alright I ordered one haha same one as you thanks for testing! lol
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Let us know how it works for you
Personally tested this charger does not back charge my car when off like some of the tested/ recommended car chargers have been found to do, including Belkin, tronsmart and visnic.
I bought one of these Aukey units but haven't tried with Ampere. <Tested: it delivers 2000ma from both ports to the pixel. Stock wall charger delivers 3000ma.> I've used it with the Pixel, Nexus 5X, LG G4 and Droid Maxx. All of them charge fast. Even the MAXX which isn't a Quickcharge phone charges quite quickly. It has a Fast charge port and a Quickcharge 3.0 port that is backward compatible. All these phones have roughly 3Ah batteries. The Pixel and 5X are type C. The G4 has Quickcharge 2.0 hardware but I don't know if the firmware was ever updated to accept more than Quickcharge 1.0.
https://www.amazon.com/Aukey-CC-T7-...838012&sr=8-2&keywords=aukey+quick+charge+3.0
Anyway, seems quality and beats all the typical 250ma car chargers that can't even keep up with google maps usage.
bump still working great and still on sale $5 shipped.
I wish I had any idea how to determine if a charger was "safe" without just looking at a list of approved chargers
I have quite a few in my wish list on amazon, mostly from Benson Leung's recommended wish list.
Post up your recommendation, deal finds and comments, thanks!
Below ive linked the usbC recommendations spreadsheet Nathan K. And Beson Leung set up for Pixel users.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1vnpEXfo2HCGADdd9G2x9dMDWqENiY2kgBJUu29f_TX8/pubhtml
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1vnpEXfo2HCGADdd9G2x9dMDWqENiY2kgBJUu29f_TX8/edit?usp=sharing
Reference here https://plus.google.com/collection/s0Inv and https://plus.google.com/collection/ILkNbB
Good Read: http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/best-usb-c-chargers-whats-safe-whats-dangerous/
This one is a list of USB-IF tested compliant usb type c cables
http://www.usb.org/kcompliance/view/USB Type-C Cable Certifications.pdf
source:http://www.laptopmag.com/articles/how-to-find-safe-usb-type-c-cables
Item Name: USB-IF Certified USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C Cable [with E-marker & Power Delivery] for 2016 MacBook Pro, Pixel Phone or other USB C devices.
Original Price: $30.00
Sale Price: $14.99
Deal Price: $9.99
Code: TIFJPFLN
Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N8U9075
Wow this cable is fantastic. I was't expecting this kind of quality,the cable is thick and the connectors hefty. Transfer of data speed is much faster than my oem cable. Charging may be pseudo, but my pixel reported rapidly charging as soon as I plugged it in, with other cables it would eventually say that just before the screen would timeout. It may be overkill for my Google Pixel XL but well worth it.
Last picture included of standard Choetech usb type c to c cable for comparison.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MG36MBZ
below are some other cables on sale if anyone needs.
Item Name: CHOETECH 2 Pack[4ft/1.2M] Premium TPE Jacket USB C to USB A Cable with 56k ohm Resistor
Original Price: $20.00
Sale Price: $11.99
Deal Price: $6.95 (Valid for BLACK, AC012-BLUE, AC012-ORANGE, AC012-WHITE 4 items)
Code: JL2XDEAS (expire on Dec.9)
Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LPI7ZXK/
Item Name: 6Pack [1.6ft (1) +3.3ft (4) + 6.6ft (1)] USB C to C cable bundle:
Original Price: $30.00
Sale Price: $24.99
Deal Price: $12.99
Code: LUI7QEDK
Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MG36MBZ
Item Name: USB C Cable with LCD Current Voltage Monitor and Voltage Display.
Original Price: $28.99
Sale Price : $13.99
Deal Price: $8.99
Code: RFUM8OUG
Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N2IOM1V
clockcycle said:
I have quite a few in my wish list on amazon, mostly from Benson Leung's recommended wish list.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FTFFH8U
$4.99 using promo code U8A23ABG
USB C to USB 2.0 reversible type c braided cable with LED Status Indicator, glows red while charging or when current over 450mA and glows green when current is under 450mA. You can easily find your device while charging in the dark.
Conforms to the USB Type C Specification version 1.1, standard 56kilohm identification resistor, which ensures a safe charging at 2.4A Maximum and the speed of data sync up to 480 Mbps. No damage to your wall charger adapter and legacy USB hub.
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Where is the review from Benson on this one?
Refer to google+ posts and the spreadsheet. "Good" cables and accessories may no longer be deemed as "good" anymore.. YMMV
Do these little conversion devices work to plug an older USB-A type charger into the new USB-C type port on the Pixel?
https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Adapter-Converts-Resistor-ChromeBook/dp/B01AHKYIRS
What is a good car charger for the pixel ? I've heard the Belkin is the best but wanna hear some real opinions first before I buy
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What is a good car charger for the pixel ? I've heard the Belkin is the best but wanna hear some real opinions first before I buy
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Refer to the spreadsheet. It updates constantly, the belkin is rated precaution boarderline now
Jeffrey_L said:
Do these little conversion devices work to plug an older USB-A type charger into the new USB-C type port on the Pixel?
https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Adapter-Converts-Resistor-ChromeBook/dp/B01AHKYIRS
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They works as long as you are 100% certain they have thr 56k ohm pull up resistor, otherwise dangerous as the cable youre using.
I have that 6pack of choetech and those cables work good for me and feel solid.
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Refer to the spreadsheet. It updates constantly, the belkin is rated precaution boarderline now
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But the spreadsheet only seems to contain cables and not car chargers
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But the spreadsheet only seems to contain cables and not car chargers
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Look towatds the top left, you will see 2 tabs, cables and chargers.
Jeffrey_L said:
Do these little conversion devices work to plug an older USB-A type charger into the new USB-C type port on the Pixel?
https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Adapter-Converts-Resistor-ChromeBook/dp/B01AHKYIRS
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I own the Anker C to micro you linked. They work well and were checked by Benson. He says they are good (spec-wise). IMO: great option for those with too many micro and not enough USB C cables.
EDIT: Damn, I need to update my sig.
I'm going to have to recommend that everyone stay away from the Choetech USB-C cables. A few days ago I had one melt while charging my phone while I slept. Now my volume rockers don't work. I'm still waiting on a call back from Google to talk about replacing my Pixel XL.
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I'm going to have to recommend that everyone stay away from the Choetech USB-C cables. A few days ago I had one melt while charging my phone while I slept. Now my volume rockers don't work. I'm still waiting on a call back from Google to talk about replacing my Pixel XL.
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I use the ChoeTech 6 pack cables as well as the USB-IF certified one from them, which was tested by Benson and said it is "good". I use mine with the stock OEM charger.
A cable wouldn't cause it to burn up over night, a cable would fail instantly. What charger were you using?
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I use the ChoeTech 6 pack cables as well as the USB-IF certified one from them, which was tested by Benson and said it is "good". I use mine with the stock OEM charger.
A cable wouldn't cause it to burn up over night, a cable would fail instantly. What charger were you using?
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I was using the stock Google charging supply
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I was using the stock Google charging supply
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Could be faulty cable and or oem charger/cable, contact support, some people have had their phones replaced for faulty oem accessories.
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Could be faulty cable and or oem charger/cable, contact support, some people have had their phones replaced for faulty oem accessories.
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I already have. They were supposed to call me back 2 days ago after I spoke with them.
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I already have. They were supposed to call me back 2 days ago after I spoke with them.
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Keep on top of them, they pulled that 2 days on me since october, until the rep I spoke to at google now his email bounces back as does not exist..
So the cable qualities and recommendations are here but what about the actual charging blocks? I want to purchase more cables and bricks for office, home, etc
Can anyone recommend some good USB C charging / sync cables please.
Could do with a multipack with some different lengths for home, car and desk.
Many thanks.
Anker make great cables, I would definitely recommend them, they're usually braided and sturdy.
sning, is Dash Charge important for you? Do you want cable with Dash Charge or normal ones will do fine?
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sning, is Dash Charge important for you? Do you want cable with Dash Charge or normal ones will do fine?
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Hi, is there any unofficial cable and charger which support DASH charge ?
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sning, is Dash Charge important for you? Do you want cable with Dash Charge or normal ones will do fine?
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It would be nice if they did, but it isn't a deal breaker if they don't
Even if they are USB 2.0, I don't think there are many alternatives that can beat AmazonBasics' quality/price. They are currently at 6.29€/90cm and 9.29€/270cm in Germany.
Although, looking carefully, seems that Anker has the same prices, at least for the black version..
I picked up a couple of Anker and Orzly cables, haven't gone wrong with them yet.
Can recommend Aukey cables. Bundles available at amazon. Dash charge not tested yet.
I try this one and it doesn't work with dash charger
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B018HUOPGE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Also original OP2 usb cable do not work with dash charger.
Been using this - http://www.amazon.in/Baseus-Macbook-Mobile-Output-Silver/dp/B016RNXFRS for my Nexus 6P for a year. Now using it for my Oneplus 5.
Just check AliExpress . You can buy official dash charger cables at a much lower price. 100cm and 150cm. The actual charger is a different story though.
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Just check AliExpress . You can buy official dash charger cables at a much lower price. 100cm and 150cm. The actual charger is a different story though.
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How authentic/genuine are the dash chargers and cables from ali express? they look legit but I dont want to risk my device....prices are fantastic for the cables though
Not USB cable related - however I bought a Wireless charger and receiver for my OP3 (which I will be using on my OP5) Works an absolute treat! Not as fast as the DASH charge, however always nice just to plonk your phone on the wireless charger, and let it do it's job.
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+1 for Anker.
Bought a good few and they all look pretty good.
Keep in mind that, most likely, DASH charge won't work with any cable other than the original ones.
Or, at least, that failed for me with all the ones I tried so far.
if you want dash charging, you'll need to buy the 'official' cables from OnePlus unfortunately, though you can get them from other sellers
There are a lot of decent priced supposedly dash capable cables on Amazon with prime shipping right now. I'd check those out and try first. Amazon has great customer service if by chance they don't work.
Anker has the best cables after the original but I would stick with the original because red is sweet
I personally recommend BlitzWolf's cables. I bought several of them at banggood.com 3 months ago and they are truly excellent! I bought the 2m cable, but they have other lengths as well. They all work flawlessly.
No DASH charge of course, but I do not care.
I got a pack of five from a company called rophie on amazon. All different lengths too, very useful actually!
Blitz wolf makes nice cables
This is my first USB C device so I don't have a lot of information if I should be just purchasing random USB C cords on Amazon to charge my OP6T at work. Any suggestions or information on what type of cord I should get would be helpful. I would like to purchase 2-3 cords in different lengths if possible (one for work as mentioned, one for the car, and one for my battery pack).
USB c has been out long enough to trust the reviews of them on Amazon. Just check the ratings and read some of the reviews
I'll put in a high vote for anything Anker.
jpeckinp said:
I'll put in a high vote for anything Anker.
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I have a USB-A--> USB-C cable from Anker. Definitely can't complain.
I have been using the Aukey cables without any issues so far. Get the longer ones for data and the shorter ones if you are only using it for charging.
I've had a couple that worked fine elsewhere but would not dash (yeah I now they lost the right to use that name) charge my OnePlus devices, I'd read the reviews and make sure you're ordering something that's going to leverage your charger. I've got a couple older OnePlus cables in the drawer which I'm assuming will work but I cant prove it until the 6th.
If you want fast charge you have to use the originals. If you want spares you can get some in AliExpress for a reasonable-ish price.
If you want cables to use with batteries or don't care about fast charge, I find that TOPK cables are pretty good, cheap too. They usually come in several colours, have cord and are pretty flexible.
An engineer at Google, Benson Leung, took it upon himself to test many cables for standards compliance. I cannot get his site to load, but I found this article that lists some of his approved cables. http://buyandroidchargers.com/list-of-benson-leungs-usb-c-google-engineer-usb-c/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00S8GU544/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_dkTJBbN069J3Z
Based on the recommendation here https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-6/accessories/ordinary-usb-cables-support-dash-t3838411
I wanted a longer cable to plug into my computer, as well as a couple of additional cables to charge at work and in my car. I am also purchasing the OPPO charger for work as well, since it can be had cheaper than the OnePlus wall wart.
These are replacing worn out and slower type C cables.
I thought if you want fast charge you have to use the charger. The cable can be any quality cable
coyotejodido said:
If you want fast charge you have to use the originals. If you want spares you can get some in AliExpress for a reasonable-ish price.
If you want cables to use with batteries or don't care about fast charge, I find that TOPK cables are pretty good, cheap too. They usually come in several colours, have cord and are pretty flexible.
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I thought if you want fast charge you have to use the charger. The cable can be any quality cable
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AFAIK USB type A side has additional pins for DASH/Fast Charge. That's why it won't work on any other cables.
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AFAIK USB type A side has additional pins for DASH/Fast Charge. That's why it won't work on any other cables.
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That makes sense
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I read on OnePlus site that if you want fast charge you have to use their supplied cable or equal too.
I have a few of these aftermarket ones from amazon, work fine with dash charging.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DS782SB/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I was going to say, I haven't had a look see for a while but this morning I hit Amazon and there are a number of cables that work with dash charge according to the reviews. Some that don't, also according to the reviews. My big takeaway was half the price of the official goods so I went ahead and ordered the same one the fellow above me linked because it's the first one I ran into that was 6 ft instead of a meter. Glad to here someone got there first and it worked: Amazon reviews are good but I have more faith in a thumbs up from a fellow phone person.
Anker all the way.
coyotejodido said:
If you want fast charge you have to use the originals. If you want spares you can get some in AliExpress for a reasonable-ish price.
If you want cables to use with batteries or don't care about fast charge, I find that TOPK cables are pretty good, cheap too. They usually come in several colours, have cord and are pretty flexible.
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Can you link a fast charge cord or adapters from AliExpress? I swear I never know what's fake on that website. I've ordered a few things from them before but only on smaller purchases.
I ordered one from Amazon .. it comes from shenzen China. Where most electronics are made in China..
It's literally a official OP cable but packaged in a generic box.
I tested and it works for dash charge..
It's exactly the same except it says dash on the tip .
And it was under $7
I'll post a link of anyone shows interest
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BuLLeT_PrOOf_wAlleTz said:
I ordered one from Amazon .. it comes from shenzen China. Where most electronics are made in China..
It's literally a official OP cable but packaged in a generic box.
I tested and it works for dash charge..
It's exactly the same except it says dash on the tip .
And it was under $7
I'll post a link of anyone shows interest
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Post it bro
I asked my friend in Asia to buy me some Oppo chargers and OP 1.5m dash cable. It costs around $3 for the Oppo charger and $4 for the cable. Also bought the dash car charger for under $10.