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So I am coming from a Galaxy Nexus and was trying to use the little 1amp Samsung chargers from that. Noticed the bundled charger provides a bit more output at 1.8 amps?
Anyways, switched to the bundled charger but the phone complains at me unless I use the bundled cable. Any ideas?
MoNsTeReNeRgY22 said:
So I am coming from a Galaxy Nexus and was trying to use the little 1amp Samsung chargers from that. Noticed the bundled charger provides a bit more output at 1.8 amps?
Anyways, switched to the bundled charger but the phone complains at me unless I use the bundled cable. Any ideas?
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Simple. The other cables cant handle that current.
FynxSyndct said:
Simple. The other cables cant handle that current.
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Mhmm never thought of that I guess since never ran into that problem.
Also been using this 15ft monoprice cable for ages and it cant seem to handle it. Bummer since its handy to have this cable in my room.
http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10303&cs_id=1030307&p_id=5460&seq=1&format=2
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Simple. The other cables cant handle that current.
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I don't think that's true, I had my charger and cable from my Note 2 which is a 2 amp charger, and that didn't allow my G2 to charge at full speed either.
MoNsTeReNeRgY22 said:
Mhmm never thought of that I guess since never ran into that problem.
Also been using this 15ft monoprice cable for ages and it cant seem to handle it. Bummer since its handy to have this cable in my room.
http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10303&cs_id=1030307&p_id=5460&seq=1&format=2
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This is frustrating to me. I also had one of those monster monoprice cables. I used it for my Galaxy Nexus and then for my Galaxy S3.
Does anyone have a long USB cable that will charge this phone? If so, where did you get it? What kind is it?
drathian1 said:
This is frustrating to me. I also had one of those monster monoprice cables. I used it for my Galaxy Nexus and then for my Galaxy S3.
Does anyone have a long USB cable that will charge this phone? If so, where did you get it? What kind is it?
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Longer the cable, the more lose there is....
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drathian1 said:
This is frustrating to me. I also had one of those monster monoprice cables. I used it for my Galaxy Nexus and then for my Galaxy S3.
Does anyone have a long USB cable that will charge this phone? If so, where did you get it? What kind is it?
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Emailed monoprice support, will see what they say.
I'm having the same issues. All of my microUSB cables give me the error. Anybody know of rated cables that will work? Seems crazy that I get the error with every single one of my cables, but not with LG's bundled cable. I've used these cables to charge a DNA, GS4, HTC One, Nexus 7, etc. with no issues at all.
Might be a long shot but could vzw/att have a setting in the build somewhere that causes this? I know it's a long shot but we all know how greedy they are.
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Isn't this phone equipped with some type of different usb that allows for faster charging? I think I read that somewhere. The other cables may not have the proper viber/wires to handle the current...
** I have no idea what I am talking about by the way**
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craigbailey1986 said:
Isn't this phone equipped with some type of different usb that allows for faster charging? I think I read that somewhere. The other cables may not have the proper viber/wires to handle the current...
** I have no idea what I am talking about by the way**
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Are you thinking of the note3?
http://www.sammobile.com/2013/09/05...-connector-for-faster-transfers-and-charging/
MoNsTeReNeRgY22 said:
Are you thinking of the note3?
http://www.sammobile.com/2013/09/05...-connector-for-faster-transfers-and-charging/
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No referring to the "quick charge"
http://m.pocketnow.com/2013/08/07/lg-g2-features
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Just an FYI, the blackberry Playbook micro usb charger works great on this phone. 6ft cord, 1.8 amps, can be had for 8 bux.
sam2c said:
Just an FYI, the blackberry Playbook micro usb charger works great on this phone. 6ft cord, 1.8 amps, can be had for 8 bux.
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Do you have a link for that? Cant seem to find it for $8
http://www.ebay.com/itm/RIM-Blackbe...S_Cell_Phone_PDA_Chargers&hash=item4d1268005e
MoNsTeReNeRgY22 said:
Do you have a link for that? Cant seem to find it for $8
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Thanks, I'll give it a shot!
When I used the LG charger & cable my phone charges the fastest I've ever seen any phone charge before.
Anybody know where to buy certified Quick Charge 2.0 chargers/cables? I know my DNA had Quick Charge 1.0 and I loved it, but I could never find more chargers or cables that supported it.
Same here. 50% to 100% in an hour and a half.
Keep in mind that there is a benefit to battery longevity when charging at lower currents.
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Emailed monoprice support, will see what they say.
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So heres what they said.
Thank you for contacting Monoprice.com. In regards to your inquiry, the USB specification limits the length of a cable between USB 2.0 devices to 5 meters (or about 16 feet) and for USB 1.0 the limit is 3 meters (which is about 10 feet.) The longer the cable the more power it would require to charge devices and sync. You might need a active USB cable since the LG phone would require more power. At this particular length the power would charge slower. What is the the length of the OEM cable from LG that you're using? With the 1.8A charger with the 15ft cable still slower compared to the shorter USB cables?
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I had an HTC Thunderbolt before I got the LG G2, so I had tons of $5 USB micro cables and wall/car chargers sitting around. Well apparently none of those cables are compatible with the G2 and when using the USB cable that came with the G2 with the car chargers I have(the $5 ones from Frys) it only "slow charges".
If I get some cheap cables/chargers from Frys or Amazon, how can I know in advance if it is compatible to allow the standard charging capabilities of the G2?
Thanks,
Craig
I'm getting the G2 in a couple of weeks and I have the generic T-Mobile car charger. I can only hope it works because it's the only one they sell.
eta-On the T-Mobile site it says it's compatible. I guess I will find out soon enough.
csh8428 said:
I had an HTC Thunderbolt before I got the LG G2, so I had tons of $5 USB micro cables and wall/car chargers sitting around. Well apparently none of those cables are compatible with the G2 and when using the USB cable that came with the G2 with the car chargers I have(the $5 ones from Frys) it only "slow charges".
If I get some cheap cables/chargers from Frys or Amazon, how can I know in advance if it is compatible to allow the standard charging capabilities of the G2?
Thanks,
Craig
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How much Current does your car carger supply? Most car chargers are around 0.5A. I think the G2 needs something like 2A in order not not "Slow Charge". The G2 has a fast charging rate.
badtoy1986 said:
How much Current does your car carger supply? Most car chargers are around 0.5A. I think the G2 needs something like 2A in order not not "Slow Charge". The G2 has a fast charging rate.
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I'm pretty sure it's a .5A.
BUT what about the cables? it wouldn't even work at all with any other cable besides the one that came with the G2.
csh8428 said:
I'm pretty sure it's a .5A.
BUT what about the cables? it wouldn't even work at all with any other cable besides the one that came with the G2.
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It should be 5 volts, 2 amps.
From the AnandTech review:
The G2 can negotiate a 2A charge rate on my downstream charge port controller and charges very fast in that mode. Of course the PM8941 PMIC also includes some new features that Qualcomm has given QuickCharge 2.0 branding.
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You should also be safe with chargers rated above 2A, as long as they are 5V. The device will only pull as many amps as it needs.
csh8428 said:
I had an HTC Thunderbolt before I got the LG G2, so I had tons of $5 USB micro cables and wall/car chargers sitting around. Well apparently none of those cables are compatible with the G2 and when using the USB cable that came with the G2 with the car chargers I have(the $5 ones from Frys) it only "slow charges".
If I get some cheap cables/chargers from Frys or Amazon, how can I know in advance if it is compatible to allow the standard charging capabilities of the G2?
Thanks,
Craig
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I think that only applies to Verizon phones. I think they do something to make other chargers not compatible. I have had that issue with different phones throughout time and everytime it was always a Verizon phone. Never have I had that problem with any other carriers phones. I could be wrong but Verizon always does extra things to their phones to be a pain in the ass so its not impossible.
european open has this, too, no org htc or logitech or samsung cable is willing to give its juice through, or better, lg ignores it
Super Grover said:
I'm getting the G2 in a couple of weeks and I have the generic T-Mobile car charger. I can only hope it works because it's the only one they sell.
eta-On the T-Mobile site it says it's compatible. I guess I will find out soon enough.
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It works. I have both models of the T-Mobile car chargers and both work.
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It works. I have both models of the T-Mobile car chargers and both work.
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Actually, I have the Verizon G2 and can attest that NONE of the gazillion USB cables I've had for various purposes over the years (including my Galaxy S3 and S4) will allow for the Fast Charge feature to work with this phone. They only support the slow charge, which pulls only about .5A of current, even if using a 2A charger... Further, I have several cables that dont allow ANY charge whatsoever. They charge my S3 fine (also Verizon), but when looking at battery monitoring apps, they only show as USB connected, but still are discharging..
I'm actually trying to find where I can buy a USB cable that will support Fast charge as I lost my original one... Any one know?
tstretch said:
Actually, I have the Verizon G2 and can attest that NONE of the gazillion USB cables I've had for various purposes over the years (including my Galaxy S3 and S4) will allow for the Fast Charge feature to work with this phone. They only support the slow charge, which pulls only about .5A of current, even if using a 2A charger... Further, I have several cables that dont allow ANY charge whatsoever. They charge my S3 fine (also Verizon), but when looking at battery monitoring apps, they only show as USB connected, but still are discharging..
I'm actually trying to find where I can buy a USB cable that will support Fast charge as I lost my original one... Any one know?
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The BlackBerry q10 charger and the nexus 4 usb cable combo is what I use. They charge the phone just as fast, if not faster,than the stock g2 ones.
The only time I get the slow charge notification is when I use my pc to charge the phone.
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20degrees said:
The BlackBerry q10 charger and the nexus 4 usb cable combo is what I use. They charge the phone just as fast, if not faster,than the stock g2 ones.
The only time I get the slow charge notification is when I use my pc to charge the phone.
LG G2
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Who is your carrier?
The Verizon model detects anything other then a USB 3.0 charger and forces a slow charge (500mah).
Only the Verizon does this. Only the included cable works. Its not the bricks but the CABLE. We are discussing this in detail in another thread.
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Have Fast Charge Working
I have the Verizon version of the LG G2. I have found a couple of ways that it will fast charge. I have been able to use a Nexus 7 charger and USB cable. Also found a car charger that will fast charge: GT Max USB car charger that has both a 2A and 1A USB ports. But it will only fast charge with the heavier USB cables. With the lighter cables (USB sync cables) it will slow charge.
Also found an app called CurrentWidget that will show the battery charge rate. This has been very helpful in determining the right combination.
My N7 charger works but only when using the stock cable. In fact, fast charge (ie normal charge) only works with the stock cable. I have not found another cable that fast charges.
My car has the data pins shorted and will fast charge, but actually doesn't charge at all. A 2 hour drive and my battery was actually lower while on the charger. Goofy.
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The S5 supports 2Amp chargers.
I've bought one on Amazon but there are no markings on the charger to show whether it is or not.
There must be a way to check on the phone itself, whilst it's plugged in.
Any ideas?
King Mustard said:
The S5 supports 2Amp chargers.
I've bought one on Amazon but there are no markings on the charger to show whether it is or not.
There must be a way to check on the phone itself, whilst it's plugged in.
Any ideas?
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Try this
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gombosdev.ampere&hl=en_GB
Or test with a multimeter
*Detection* said:
Try this
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gombosdev.ampere&hl=en_GB
Or test with a multimeter
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Wow, thanks a lot for the application, didn't know such thing existed! Thanks!!!
DarkWolfx said:
Wow, thanks a lot for the application, didn't know such thing existed! Thanks!!!
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The charger also must know the proper signalling protocol to tell its capabilities. I think that Samsung borrowed it from Apple Ipad, so the charger best be Apple compatible.
Samsungs charged at 2A, when there was no official Usb protocol for currents over 1,5A, and that with even older 2A chargers.
Will the USB type-C cables work with any USB port and USB wall charger? If I can get away with ONLY buying cables, that'd be nice.
Yes, if you buy USB-A (Legacy) to USB-C Cables. However, you (obviously) won't get fast charging from your other adapters.
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Will the USB type-C cables work with any USB port and USB wall charger? If I can get away with ONLY buying cables, that'd be nice.
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Yes, if you buy USB-A (Legacy) to USB-C Cables. However, you (obviously) won't get fast charging from your other adapters.
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So I need a "6P fast charger" for fast charging? Otherwise it's normal charging? Or will my N6 fast charger work (minus the cord obviously)?
Correct. The N6 uses Qualcomm 2.0 which is different. However, if you want fast chargers, you can buy quality aftermarket chargers (like Choetech on Amazon) for much less. Also, be careful on which cables you buy (a lot of bad ones out there) REGARDLESS of whether you buy A2C for normal charge from your old charger's, or C2C for new (fast) chargers. Again, Choetech's are good/aprooved, but there are other good ones if you search.
If you're looking to get the fastest charge, go with a C-C cable and premium Type C charger. This should allow 3.0A 5V of power delivery.
I just need extra cables at this point. One for my car charger and one for work. What cables off of Amazon would you guys recommend? Nothing crazy expensive..
agentfazexx said:
I just need extra cables at this point. One for my car charger and one for work. What cables off of Amazon would you guys recommend? Nothing crazy expensive..
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I got this cable from Amazon, due to getting a discount. I use it at work with a 2.4a charger, and it has worked well so far.
agentfazexx said:
I just need extra cables at this point. One for my car charger and one for work. What cables off of Amazon would you guys recommend? Nothing crazy expensive..
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Here is the the spreadsheet, so just go ahead and take your pick. It has pricing too, so you should be good to go with this.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1wJwqv3rTNmORXz-XJsQaXK1dl8I91V4-eP_sfNVNzbA/edit#gid=0
Agreed, and the Choetech I reccomended (with Choetech cables) puts out 2.95A, which is about the same as you get when you measure the Google charger.
Choetech cables were tested and approved by a Google Engineer:
http://www.amazon.com/CHOETECH-Hi-speed-Devices-Including-ChromeBook/dp/B017W2RWB8
These are what I use. But any in the above spreadsheet will work.
GearIt said:
If you're looking to get the fastest charge, go with a C-C cable and premium Type C charger. This should allow 3.0A 5V of power delivery.
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l_stevens said:
Agreed, and the Choetech I reccomended (with Choetech cables) puts out 2.95A, which is about the same as you get when you measure the Google charger.
Choetech cables were tested and approved by a Google Engineer:
http://www.amazon.com/CHOETECH-Hi-speed-Devices-Including-ChromeBook/dp/B017W2RWB8
These are what I use. But any in the above spreadsheet will work.
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These have great reviews it seems.
I see a ton of options...I obviously need USB A to something.. Which should I pick for the other end? Stupid question, new to USB C... I see like USB A to USB C .5mm, 1mm and 2mm or something. Just want to get the right one.
agentfazexx said:
These have great reviews it seems.
I see a ton of options...I obviously need USB A to something.. Which should I pick for the other end? Stupid question, new to USB C...
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Just go with any of the C-A cables on the spreadsheet that are approved. You can use any of your qualcomm charges to do 2.0 amps, but will need a 2.4A charger to get 2.4A current.
If you want a 3.0A charge go with a C-C charger.
GearIt said:
Just go with any of the C-A cables on the spreadsheet that are approved. You can use any of your qualcomm charges to do 2.0 amps, but will need a 2.4A charger to get 2.4A current.
If you want a 3.0A charge go with a C-C charger.
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Why is the phone end showing as different sizes in the options?
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Why is the phone end showing as different sizes in the options?
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Sorry Agent, didn't understand your question. What do you mean by the phone end showing as different sizes in the options?
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Sorry Agent, didn't understand your question. What do you mean by the phone end showing as different sizes in the options?
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See attached
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See attached
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That's just the length of the cable. It has it in meters =D
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That's just the length of the cable. It has it in meters =D
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Oh, that's weird. Usually it's in feet. I was thinking mm for some reason.
I would use caution in purchasing USB Type-A to Type-C cables.
This is a collection of reviews of products sold on Amazon which have been tested for compliance with USB specficiations: https://plus.google.com/u/0/collection/s0Inv If you find a cable you wish to purchase, I would recommend researching it in that G+ collection, here on XDA, or (failing all else) check the Amazon reviews to see if someone tested the cable to ensure it is compliant with USB specifications. If you can't find that information in any of those locations, I would probably skip purchasing it. (BTW, someone in this thread has already recommended a non-compliant cable to you - so do yourself a favor and do your homework.) Just in case you think this issue is being overstated, please review: https://plus.google.com/+BensonLeung/posts/Cq8DuigqhzG and https://plus.google.com/+BensonLeung/posts/HzkGqnWcyYM.
I would recommend the following cables, as they have been tested and are good (and/or I own one myself): http://amzn.com/B010VFFU1W, https://store.google.com/product/usb_type_c_to_usb_standard_a_plug_cable, http://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=13002
Enjoy
Edit: The Chotech cables you seem to be reviewing are compliant and safe.
Elnrik said:
I would use caution in purchasing USB Type-A to Type-C cables.
This is a collection of reviews of products sold on Amazon which have been tested for compliance with USB specficiations: https://plus.google.com/u/0/collection/s0Inv If you find a cable you wish to purchase, I would recommend researching it in that G+ collection, here on XDA, or (failing all else) check the Amazon reviews to see if someone tested the cable to ensure it is compliant with USB specifications. If you can't find that information in any of those locations, I would probably skip purchasing it. (BTW, someone in this thread has already recommended a non-compliant cable to you - so do yourself a favor and do your homework.) Just in case you think this issue is being overstated, please review: https://plus.google.com/+BensonLeung/posts/Cq8DuigqhzG and https://plus.google.com/+BensonLeung/posts/HzkGqnWcyYM.
I would recommend the following cables, as they have been tested and are good (and/or I own one myself): http://amzn.com/B010VFFU1W, https://store.google.com/product/usb_type_c_to_usb_standard_a_plug_cable, http://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=13002
Enjoy
Edit: The Chotech cables you seem to be reviewing are compliant and safe.
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I didn't want to put that cable on blast, but yes that cables outer appearance seems to be the type that Benson had some extreme issues with.
Please go with the tested types, as there are various sources that will provide you with compliant cables.
I up vote this post!
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BTW, someone in this thread has already recommended a non-compliant cable to you
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I assume that you're referring to my post. Yes, I have found a few reviews stating that it isn't compliant and I know I may be taking a risk. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to find that cable on Benson's list. I got it because with the discount, it was free. I don't use it very often, but I'll keep an eye out for anything unusual while doing so. I also didn't say that he should go for that cable, I was just sharing information about one of the cables I have.
At home I use the stock power adapter and cable, and in my vehicle a Nektek branded one found here. This particular one I don't believe is on his list, but two others are, so hopefully this one follows suit. It does rapid charge, which is nice.
I'll update if anything runs afoul with my Nexus 6P and LaoHe cable pairing.
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I assume that you're referring to my post. Yes, I have found a few reviews stating that it isn't compliant and I know I may be taking a risk. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to find that cable on Benson's list. I got it because with the discount, it was free. I don't use it very often, but I'll keep an eye out for anything unusual while doing so. I also didn't say that he should go for that cable, I was just sharing information about one of the cables I have.
At home I use the stock power adapter and cable, and in my vehicle a Nektek branded one found here. This particular one I don't believe is on his list, but two others are, so hopefully this one follows suit. It does rapid charge, which is nice.
I'll update if anything runs afoul with my Nexus 6P and LaoHe cable pairing.
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Try using the CheckR app. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.mderezynski.checkr
It will let you know if a USB-C to A cable is good enough to use and it will work with the 6P/5X.
Hi, anyone good experience with a specific brand of car charger? Ali or ebay link would be nice.
What 'search words' would result in the best charger?
'Fast charging' might help as a word? Or Qi?
Almost a month late but any car charger that spits out 2A (2000mA) or more should be okay.
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Almost a month late but any car charger that spits out 2A (2000mA) or more should be okay.
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1000mA also works fine - I have old HTC czarter with such specs and there are no probs with it.
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1000mA also works fine - I have old HTC czarter with such specs and there are no probs with it.
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You are absolutely right that a 1000mA also works fine. It's just that a 2000mA charges the YotaPhone a lot quicker. So when buying a new one I would always advice a 2000mA.
I bought this piece of equipment:
BlitzWolf® Qualcomm Certified Quick Charger QC 3.0 33W USB Type C BW-C8 Car Charger with 2.1A Reversible Micro USB Cable Double Sided
Very nice product, looks great and very high grade. Haven't tried it though, will do tomorrow.
What's neat that it comes with a high quality reversible micro-usb cable (on both sides) which makes plugging it in, a bliss.
Let you know what the results are with QC2.0