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Wireless charging Orb

When this drops, will you be looking to purchase it? I think I'll probably get it if it's under $30 bucks... I'm hoping it's much cheaper but trying to have realistic expectations. Unless they've revolutionized how fast it will charge, induction charging is more for novelty IMHO, but no less... What do you think?

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mr2324jgf said:
When this drops, will you be looking to purchase it? I think I'll probably get it if it's under $30 bucks... I'm hoping it's much cheaper but trying to have realistic expectations. Unless they've revolutionized how fast it will charge, induction charging is more for novelty IMHO, but no less... What do you think?
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Honestly, Ill be paying whatever they ask (within reason!) to get the charging orb; sounds like an amazing toy.. and Honestly, it does sound like a real convenience to me *imagines grabbing phone from bed in morning*
Also, if charging IS slower, I generally charge overnight anyway :laugh:

G405T said:
Honestly, Ill be paying whatever they ask (within reason!) to get the charging orb; sounds like an amazing toy.. and Honestly, it does sound like a real convenience to me *imagines grabbing phone from bed in morning*
Also, if charging IS slower, I generally charge overnight anyway :laugh:
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true, same here... i'd probably set it on the table by my chair TBH... my phone just lays there anyways, it could be charging that whole time, really. What's your top dollar though... really?

mr2324jgf said:
true, same here... i'd probably set it on the table by my chair TBH... my phone just lays there anyways, it could be charging that whole time, really. What's your top dollar though... really?
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I guess I would probably spend up to about £60 (just under $100); but I really hope it doesn't cost that much, there will be other compatible Qi chargers if there are not any already

I hacked my Galaxy Nexus to work with a Palm Touchstone and I can never go back. I have one at home and at the office, they're both really convenient. So yes, I'll be grabbing two for sure.

Is the wireless charger included or not?

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Is the wireless charger included or not?
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I assume it'll be a separate accessory. Correction, a SECKSY separate accessory! :good:

I'm looking to get two of these, one for home and one for work. I hope they aren't too expensive, but I won't hold my breath. Then again, if you'd told me the NExus 4 would be £240, I'd have laughed.

I still have my palm pre one. I wonder if that will work?

stretched said:
I still have my palm pre one. I wonder if that will work?
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Should do, they are both QI standard

stretched said:
I still have my palm pre one. I wonder if that will work?
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I've read that any Qi standard charger will work. We shouldn't have to get the stock one. At least we can price shop.

im planning to get one..but does it charge as fast?

No, wireless charging is a bit slower than a cable

I guess it depends on the price...
The N4 will be compatible with any wireless charging source as long as it supports the standard.

Touchstone chargers can be had on eBay for around $6 so I will be picking up a few from there unless Google's are pretty cheap.

Is anyone else excited about the possibility of finally being able to buy a good universal car dock with wireless charging and not having to buy a new one now on with new phones (assuming that the new phones start coming with wireless charging) ?

Can we do cable charging + inductive charging at the same time?
Will it charge faster?

Wireless charging future
Imagine one day in future where universal wireless charging orb is a standard on every office desk. Can't wait for that day to come.

Can't imagine them pricing it too high, judging by the price of the nexus 4 itself, I'd imagine the wireless charger will be priced what it's truly worth, probably around $20.
If it were apple selling it, it'd be $100 :silly:

I just bought 2 of the touchstone pads for 5 bucks each off eBay just in case they do work for it. Even if they're slower than the nexus versions at least I have backups

Anyone getting a portable battery pack?

I usually get a few ebay batteries for my phone when i'm travelling but it seems that won't be the case this time around with the Nexus 4. Next option would be to pick up a portable battery charger. Any recommendations for one preferably with a built in concealable cable?
Something like this one but larger capacity: http://www.amazon.com/SlimTalk-Exte...TF8&colid=3JV3M6BBIVSNO&coliid=I3SU5TRGE8UZYR

I already have this one, it seems to work really well and will charge my Ipad, Nexus 7 and phones.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0073F92OK/ref=oh_details_o06_s00_i01

qnet said:
I already have this one, it seems to work really well and will charge my Ipad, Nexus 7 and phones.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0073F92OK/ref=oh_details_o06_s00_i01
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This is what I've got as well, it's pretty compact and easy to carry, plus the torch can come in handy at times too. Before that I had a 5000mAh Pebble, which was actually not that much smaller, and was a bit more of a nuisance because it didn't use microUSB to charge itself (instead opting for some weird tiny barrel connector).

I plan on getting one of these (the 10,000 Mah variant )
http://www.amazon.com/5600mAh-Exter...&qid=1351732273&sr=1-3&keywords=anker+battery

I may buy one later on. Until then I plan on making a solar charger for my car.

jnewman1991 said:
I may buy one later on. Until then I plan on making a solar charger for my car.
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Please tell me more!

Slap-Yourself :) said:
Please tell me more!
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It's nothing really special. If you search for DIY solar usb charger there are quite a few instructions on how to do it for pretty cheap.

jnewman1991 said:
It's nothing really special. If you search for DIY solar usb charger there are quite a few instructions on how to do it for pretty cheap.
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Wow thats great! shuld try this out. thanks!

Mophie and powerskin would make a lot off this phone
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tracerit said:
I usually get a few ebay batteries for my phone when i'm travelling but it seems that won't be the case this time around with the Nexus 4. Next option would be to pick up a portable battery charger. Any recommendations for one preferably with a built in concealable cable?
Something like this one but larger capacity: http://www.amazon.com/SlimTalk-Exte...TF8&colid=3JV3M6BBIVSNO&coliid=I3SU5TRGE8UZYR
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qnet said:
I already have this one, it seems to work really well and will charge my Ipad, Nexus 7 and phones.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0073F92OK/ref=oh_details_o06_s00_i01
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I have both of these. The one the OP is looking at doesn't last nearly as long as the MFG claims it does. The second one is great for the two settings 0.6 and 2.0 amps. The weird thing is that my N7 won't charge on the 2.0 amp setting. I have to connect it to the 0.6 amp setting. And the brand on mine is Anker. I like the latter better, tho you have to have a usb cable. Actually, now that I am thinking about it, it comes with some small cables and various connectors for different devices.

http://bensoutlet.com/products/anker-astro2-8400
35 bucks for a 8400 mah isnt bad.

ElectroBeijing said:
I plan on getting one of these (the 10,000 Mah variant )
http://www.amazon.com/5600mAh-Exter...&qid=1351732273&sr=1-3&keywords=anker+battery
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I've got this coming in the mail right now

I might pick up the 8400 anker if it seems necessary after a few weeks of use.

I'm planning to get one if there is inductive charging build into the case with 7-10k mAh

bfspider said:
I might pick up the 8400 anker if it seems necessary after a few weeks of use.
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Yes that's what I use for my nexus 7,phone and ipod. Very very useful. :thumbup:
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Can't wait until they build one of these with wireless charging built in. THEN I'll buy one

I just bought this one - check around for some coupon codes to get an additional $5 off. I liked the look of the Zagg sparq series and the ability to plug it in (no more carrying around an ac adapter) but the build quality is questionable and the price is too high!

What about this one http://www.amazon.com/New-Trent-IMP120D-Thunderbolt-Blackberry/dp/B003ZBZ64Q/ref=pd_cp_cps_3
It's a 12000 mAh.

I just ordered one of these 12000mAh from China off ebay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/12000mAh-Ex...444570?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item5d358dcf1a
I didn't buy from this particular seller and I haven't used it yet, so I can't recommend anything about it. (A bunch of sellers sell the same item.)
The marketing material seems legit and the price is good. I'll see if I made the right decision.
The width and height happens to be about the same as the S3 and N4. They claim an efficiency of 90% with the lithium polymer batteries. I would be happy if the N4 required one or two charges to get through an evening out and if this "power bank" could deliver ~4 charges.
The question is, how do you use these things? In the pocket, without an inductive Qi charger of the right size, i don't seem myself charging it with the cable in pocket regularly. It makes it a hassle to pull the phone out of the pocket and use. I see myself charging or powering the phone with it if I find myself sitting down for 10 mins or more, say at a meal.
How are you all planning to use an external battery brick?

yes, portable battery pack is required if you are high end user, playing high end games... I already have one

USB flap... Annoying to open

I tend to charge my phones in the car a lot, and as I use a car dock app I put the phone on charge mist journeys.
Thinking of getting the s5.... How much of a PITA is it to keep opening or closing the flap when charging?
Ta
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Tomo1971 said:
I tend to charge my phones in the car a lot, and as I use a car dock app I put the phone on charge mist journeys.
Thinking of getting the s5.... How much of a PITA is it to keep opening or closing the flap when charging?
Ta
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its annoying if you keep your nails short
a wireless s-view charging case and pad solved that issue for me

I don't find it annoying at all, I also charge it in the car often, although you'll also find that the battery life is amazing, so I charge it a lot less than any other android I've ever had.
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bradthemarsh said:
I don't find it annoying at all, I also charge it in the car often, although you'll also find that the battery life is amazing, so I charge it a lot less than any other android I've ever had.
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Thats good to know.
I use a iBolt car dock which Ive had for Note 2, S4 and now Note 3. Thinking of going to the S5 but am worried that the flap will either get annoying or get broken off!
Shame there is no real car qi charge option available as yet

Tomo1971 said:
Thats good to know.
Shame there is no real car qi charge option available as yet
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There are a few out there google "qi car mount" I found a few some on Ebay/Amazon and a few from other retailers

I removed the flap for good and i dont think it looks that bad.
You can easily remove it by unscrewing a plastic block and then you can safe-keep the flap if you need resell the phone.

MasK said:
I removed the flap for good and i dont think it looks that bad.
You can easily remove it by unscrewing a plastic block and then you can safe-keep the flap if you need resell the phone.
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If take the flap away, it will lose the waterproof function.
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Tomo1971 said:
Thats good to know.
I use a iBolt car dock which Ive had for Note 2, S4 and now Note 3. Thinking of going to the S5 but am worried that the flap will either get annoying or get broken off!
Shame there is no real car qi charge option available as yet
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It is a defective design. You can buy a replacement if it is broken off.

Thomasba said:
There are a few out there google "qi car mount" I found a few some on Ebay/Amazon and a few from other retailers
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the problem with the wireless charge is the rate of charge is way too slow still.... it's good if you have it in a place were you'll leave the phone for a long time.....
the usb flap does suck but is the price you have to pay to get a good seal...
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Chale

Chaleman said:
the problem with the wireless charge is the rate of charge is way too slow still.... it's good if you have it in a place were you'll leave the phone for a long time.....
the usb flap does suck but is the price you have to pay to get a good seal...
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Chale
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I can't comment on the speed of in car wireless chargers as I don't have one but the wireless charger I have at home isn't that slow at all, arguably if it's in a car then it will be on charge for the duration of the journey and so the time it takes to charge becomes slightly irrelevant.
Also charge time is dependant upon the current that the receiver can draw and the current that the base can deliver.The Base and receiver combination I have can work at about 800mA and so once you take a bit off for the inefficiency of wireless charging then they're not that much slower than a mains charger. if the 5V supply from your car charger can only deliver 500mA then yup it's gonna take a while It pays to look closely into the specs of these things before parting with your hard earned as cheap usually means just that.....sorry gone off topic

Thomasba said:
I can't comment on the speed of in car wireless chargers as I don't have one but the wireless charger I have at home isn't that slow at all, arguably if it's in a car then it will be on charge for the duration of the journey and so the time it takes to charge becomes slightly irrelevant.
Also charge time is dependant upon the current that the receiver can draw and the current that the base can deliver.The Base and receiver combination I have can work at about 800mA and so once you take a bit off for the inefficiency of wireless charging then they're not that much slower than a mains charger. if the 5V supply from your car charger can only deliver 500mA then yup it's gonna take a while It pays to look closely into the specs of these things before parting with your hard earned as cheap usually means just that.....sorry gone off topic
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800mA charging versus 1.8mA charging is quite a difference, so yes, even at home, wireless charging is slow
and even slower in the car

eyecon82 said:
800mA charging versus 1.8mA charging is quite a difference, so yes, even at home, wireless charging is slow
and even slower in the car
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I guess I'm just not in that much of a rush to charge my phone then

I went into my carriers store yesterday to look at the s5 and xperia z2. Came out with the z2. That darn flap would annoy me to buggery.
The z2 has the magnetic port on the left side which makes it slightly better.
Not wishing to troll, I've always been a Samsung fan since the Note2 and have upgraded to the s4 and then most recently the note 3 but the s5 didn't stand out for me.
Ok the z2 hasn't got all the features of the s4 or s5 but most of which I never used anyway, and those I did I used rarely.
Maybe in 6 months I'll go back to the Note when the 4 is released lol
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Tomo1971 said:
The z2 has the magnetic port on the left side which makes it slightly better.
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Would have been the perfect solution on the S5 but then cRapple would have probably said they invented that as well!

Thomasba said:
Would have been the perfect solution on the S5 but then cRapple would have probably said they invented that as well!
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Haha.
Wouldnt it be nice if we could take the best bits of several phones and amalgamate them together to make the perfect phone.
There is no perfect for everyone phone out there.
I change phones every few months now, so I suppose I know if I don't get along with the z2 I will sell it on.
So far I'm liking it though... The Sony skin isn't as heavy as TW. Can't say I'm missing any of the TW features yet... I think most are nice to have features but not essential.
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Does the Note4 support wireless charging?

I haven't seen this covered and if it has been, I'd appreciate anyone posting a link to the article. Does the Note4 support wireless charging or will we have to get one of those stickers as we have to do for the Note 3?
Thanks in advance
nevermind, answered my own question, same crap. How come they can include wireless charging in the S5 but not in the Note4? Seems like they did some great stuff that seemed very basic and rushed the Note4 out without the same tech such as dust and waterproof. I don't get it.

I have been wondering the same thing. I certainly won't get one unless it has Qi charging. I am assuming they will release a wireless back cover again.

2xbass said:
I have been wondering the same thing. I certainly won't get one unless it has Qi charging. I am assuming they will release a wireless back cover again.
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I don't want to buy another back or another "sticker". How is it other models have it built in and this, their "latest" version doesn't? This is truly a step backward in the Note series. Huawei's devices are looking very nice right now.

I wonder if the quick charging will work with wireless charging?

2xbass said:
I wonder if the quick charging will work with wireless charging?
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No. They are two separate things... a given Qi charger only puts out a limited amount of power.

Do the Huawei phones have wireless charging? After you mentioned Huawei I checked out some of their best devices but couldn't see any wireless charging options.

If it is wireless charging, does it mean it will have a magnetic back? I need that so I can stick it to my car CD slot caddy.

sanjsrik said:
I haven't seen this covered and if it has been, I'd appreciate anyone posting a link to the article. Does the Note4 support wireless charging or will we have to get one of those stickers as we have to do for the Note 3?
Thanks in advance
nevermind, answered my own question, same crap. How come they can include wireless charging in the S5 but not in the Note4? Seems like they did some great stuff that seemed very basic and rushed the Note4 out without the same tech such as dust and waterproof. I don't get it.
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Wait. They included wireless charging in the s5? My wife has the s5 and I had to buy a qi back to get wireless charging. I've had to buy qi receivers for all my other phones
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Lol screw wireless charging, as long as I get 50% battery charge under 30 mins, I be satisfied
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COA4178 said:
Lol screw wireless charging, as long as I get 50% battery charge under 30 mins, I be satisfied
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^^What he said^^ and theres no way any wireless charger can do that, also given my experience with the LG G3 I am not ruling out damage to the battery or device due to overheating whilst wireless charging, my battery life on G3 perished after such time as I started using wireless charger.
I may be wrong, however, its fairly coincidental.
On a related note the pins are definitely there for wireless charging but no coil as far as I can tell.

Note 4 DOES support wireless charging with the correct door and or cheap coil which im sure will be available soon.

Glad to hear that it supports Qi charging (with add on). Since going wireless on my Note 3 I'll never plug my phone in again.

I'm pretty sure the reason the Note wasn't certified dust and water-resistant is the large long opening in it to accommodate the S-Pen.

chazglenn3 said:
I'm pretty sure the reason the Note wasn't certified dust and water-resistant is the large long opening in it to accommodate the S-Pen.
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I don't see why Samsung or any smartphone company hasn't started using the vapor/nano-coat waterproofing. It wouldn't matter how big any hole is. See HzO, P2i and others.
The day I get my Note 4 I'm sending it in to get 'vaporized'. Only ~50 bucks, totally worth it for a $1000 device that fits in your pocket.

Idk why Samsung doesn't include the wireless charging back to begin with. That way all the cases would still fit it. It's irritating to say the least.

evolone said:
I don't see why Samsung or any smartphone company hasn't started using the vapor/nano-coat waterproofing. It wouldn't matter how big any hole is. See HzO, P2i and others.
The day I get my Note 4 I'm sending it in to get 'vaporized'. Only ~50 bucks, totally worth it for a $1000 device that fits in your pocket.
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Its 60 bucks and it says specifically on the site that its not waterproof. I can find better ways to spend 60 bucks.

TabGuy said:
Glad to hear that it supports Qi charging (with add on). Since going wireless on my Note 3 I'll never plug my phone in again.
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Same here. I use the stock samsung wireless cover I think I got for 20 bucks for my note 3. It works great with the TYLT and I don't use usb anymore. Even when traveling I have a portable battery "ravpower" with QI built in and it works great.

Because then they couldnt charge you the $40 for a new back.

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Lol screw wireless charging, as long as I get 50% battery charge under 30 mins, I be satisfied
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I hope you know that quick charge feature required additional purchase of an adapter and good luck finding it before or soon after release.

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I hope you know that quick charge feature required additional purchase of an adapter and good luck finding it before or soon after release.
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No it doesn't. The note 4 comes with a charger with 2 capacities. Normal and the quick charge. No need to buy any extra or new "special" charger.
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Wireless chargers

Would you recomend any non samsung made wireless charger? i dont really want to fu** up my battery. So what do you think? should i get only a samsung made or thats doesnt really matters as long its compatible and charging my phone?

This is the one I use for quick-charging. It worked really well with the S8+ and so far is working with the S9+. The only drawback is you have to use your Samsung wall plug that came with the phone, the charger does not come with one.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KJL4XNY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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This is the one I use for quick-charging. It worked really well with the S8+ and so far is working with the S9+. The only drawback is you have to use your Samsung wall plug that came with the phone, the charger does not come with one.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KJL4XNY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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What if I use non Samsung wall plug?
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What if I use non Samsung wall plug?
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It should work with any wall plug, but it may not do the quick charge, unless it has the 2A output.

I'm looking for a charger that has USB-C. Reviewers seem to enjoy the new Anker Powerwave (links below). It includes a wall adapter, which reflects the high price. However it seems to only be available in the us (thus us adapter) atm.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B078...+powerwave&dpPl=1&dpID=31d66PzfhhL&ref=plSrch
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B078...+powerwave&dpPl=1&dpID=31sP+lDKqTL&ref=plSrch

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What if I use non Samsung wall plug?
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It should work with any of the following standards:
Qualcomm QuickCharge 2.0 or above
Samsung adaptive FastCharge

I just use the Samsung Quick Qi charger that I got for my S7. Amazon Link Used it also for my S8 and now I'm using it for the S9+ and it still works great.

Does anyone know what's the max current s9+ accept for wireless charging? 7.5W, 10W or 15W??

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It should work with any wall plug, but it may not do the quick charge, unless it has the 2A output.
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You need a charger that supports Quick Charge, I think, not just 2A output.
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Does anyone know what's the max current s9+ accept for wireless charging? 7.5W, 10W or 15W??
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I'm pretty sure it's 10 watts.

You can get the official samsung fast charge convertible one used for 30. Way better than those knock off ones. I have had my refurb one for 2 years now and works great
Samsung Qi Certified Fast Charge Wireless Charging Convertible Stand/Pad w/Wall Charger (US Version) - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XH4X7SZ/ref=cm_sw_r_em_apa_DeiSAbXAACGX4

Personally the only Brand of cables and wireless chargers is Anker. They haven't let me down.

DLD23 said:
You can get the official samsung fast charge convertible one used for 30. Way better than those knock off ones. I have had my refurb one for 2 years now and works great
Samsung Qi Certified Fast Charge Wireless Charging Convertible Stand/Pad w/Wall Charger (US Version) - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XH4X7SZ/ref=cm_sw_r_em_apa_DeiSAbXAACGX4
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Thats kinda expensive, so I don't see any reason why to bother with Amazon, while you can buy from local store just a little bit more expensive, and you don't need to wait weeks or even month.
But thanks for the reply

GodXen said:
Thats kinda expensive, so I don't see any reason why to bother with Amazon, while you can buy from local store just a little bit more expensive, and you don't need to wait weeks or even month.
But thanks for the reply
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Prime members can have it in two days flat. Fyi students can get prime for $49 a year, a good deal if you use amazon alot and also includes movies.

I've bought 4 off Amazon over the years from Seneo. They've always been great and offer a few different designs. Usually between $20-35 depending if you need the QC 2.0/3.0 adapter or not.

DLD23 said:
Prime members can have it in two days flat. Fyi students can get prime for $49 a year, a good deal if you use amazon alot and also includes movies.
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TBH I dont even know if ever i used amazon ok gonna check it out. Thank you

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TBH I dont even know if ever i used amazon ok gonna check it out. Thank you
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No problem.

Honestly, I wouldn't bother. For the last 12 months of my S7 Edge life the wireless charger sat gathering dust. It's a bit of a fad in all honesty. It's no more convenient then plugging in really and sometimes less convenient as you manouvere the device around to hit the sweet spot. Now we have USB C connection its so easy to plug in.
Only plus side to wireless is it saves on wear and tear on the charging socket. If you're picking your phone up and back down again a lot then wireless is beneficial. But if its for say, bedside and charging over night while sleeping, may as well just plug it in.
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Chris_c81 said:
Honestly, I wouldn't bother. For the last 12 months of my S7 Edge life the wireless charger sat gathering dust. It's a bit of a fad in all honesty. It's no more convenient then plugging in really and sometimes less convenient as you manouvere the device around to hit the sweet spot. Now we have USB C connection its so easy to plug in.
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Why would you say it's no more convenient? You might say it's only a little more convenient, which may be not enough for you.
But to each his own...
If I'm in my bed and go to sleep after reading on my phone I'm already half asleep. The only thing I have to do is put it on the cradle.
Without one I need to search the cable with my left hand in the dark, plug it in (which was hard to do with my Nexus 6) and lay it down. Sometimes I'm too tired already and just lay it down hoping to be able to charge it in the morning. At work i will have a place to put it down..
It was in fact the deal breaker when I had too decide between this phone and the Pixel 2 XL.
My Nexus 6 ate USB cables... I don't know if it was just my Nexus or all of them. My Nexus 6 fell from the bathroom sink last Sunday and now I'm glad I can move to USB-C which was the connector we should have had all this time. How they could have made such a bad successor of the mini-USB I still can't understand. Hopefully my expectations of the USB-C will meet up....

I'm just saying with USB C its not an issue plugging it in, you don't need to orientate the connector. The wireless pad, half the time you would place it down and because it was slightly off you had to rotate or manouevre the phone until it started charging.
If you think it'll be more convenient to you, go for it. I'm just saying I was excited and believed it would be for me too when I got the S7 Edge but as I say, for the last twelve months I never used the wireless charger.
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Wireless charging is a tradeoff for convenience. I picked up a wireless car charger at Walmart. Forget the brand offhand but it was about 50 bucks. It did do wireless fast charge and comes with its own plug / cable.
Doing delivery driving, not plugging and unplugging my phone 40 or 50 times a day is certainly awesome. However, streaming music over blue tooth and running the GPS will only marginally charge it, so over the course of a night I lose battery. Just something to think about.