i'm looking for a curcuit board for my nexus one. the power button wont work but the power button itself isnt the problem. anyone selling one??
Get a flex cable off eBay, I just bought one for roughly $35 USD. You will need to provide three pieces from the flex cable that's currently in your phone-the camera, the LED flash, and a mysterious orange piece that's taped onto the black plastic portion of the old flex cable-you'll notice it as you have to disconnect it in the disassembly process.
You can get it through Amazon
You can get one through amazon as well. The only bad thing - it is not covered under "prime" membership, so there is an additional $5 shipping charge with that...
As i found. he original Asus desktop cradle to expensive i have decided to make one my own. Or better assemble of excisting parts.
I ordered a desktop cradle of my former tablet the Tab 10.1 on aliexpress. And an USB cable from Asus.
Opened the box, pulled out the Samsung connector. And removed the plastic housing of the Asus charger connector.
With a little cutting on the old hole of the case. I put in the Asus connector. Glued it with hot glue. Drilled a hole in the back of the case to leave the cable in tact.
And Voila a nice solid desktopcradle. For around $18.
Sorry for the bad pics.....but you have a vision on how it looks..
Good luck on making one of your own.
Here a link of my ordered cradle
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Free...-Galaxy-Tab-2-10-1-P5100-P5110/748785411.html
Nice! Thanks for sharing this how-to! I might just have to do this myself in the near future
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Wow that is simply awesome! I'll forward this to our design team as a "Hey check this out". No promises though... me being a TF700 owner, I'd love to have one of these!
Hows the reliability of aliexpress? IE, are they gonna steal my cash and run.
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Hows the reliability of aliexpress? IE,partsthey gonna steal my cash andrun.
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They are very reliable. I have ordered many times for several parts. Like led strips and so on. so no need to worry
I can get a similar stand for the iphone from a store called 5 below. (thay are an east coast store like the dollar store just everything is $5 or less) But I assume I can do the same thing with a stand there and just pop the cable out
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I can get a similitude r stand for theone from a store called 5 below. (thay are an east coast store like the dollar store just everything is $5 or less) But I assume I can do the same thing with a stand there and just pop the cable out
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Pfew I don't know. I know this because I still had this stand. What's important is that the place of the connector is not to far away of the back of the cradle. So the back of the tablet can rest to the plastic of the cradle. Otherwise the connector bends under an angle. With this configuration it's perfect. (I hope you all understand)
How this holding up after a few weeks of use? I'm a bit skeptical about the the possibly of bending the connector over time. I can deal with a broken connector on the cable, but I don't want it to damage or stretch the internal 40 pin slot.
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How this holding up after few weeks of use? I'm bit skeptical aboutt the the possibly of bending the connector over time. I can deal with a broken connector on the cable, but I don't want it to damage or stretch the internal 40 pin slot.
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It's still okay. There is not much weight to stress the connector.
Believe me I am very cautious with my equipment. It's working great. Only thing to look out for when placing it that the connector is in the middle of the port. Solution is making a mark which I didn't.
Wow very nice :good:
looks nice !
So, my short-lived experiment with the Samsung Galaxy Multimedia Desktop Charging Dock (Model EDD-D200BEGSTD) has ended badly. I bought the dock from Amazon for $27. The supplier was Starcake, fulfilled by Amazon. Received it on May 7th. After the first night, I realized it was not charging the phone. I used the "Galaxy Charging Current" app to verify that the wall charger that came with (but not in) the OEM box, was probably a knock-off and was only pushing 300 mAh rather than the advertised 1 amp, and the printing was a bit off. I switched over to my OEM charger and it charged fine. I then called Amazon (still within the 30 days) and they kindly gave me a refund of $10.00 for the charger portion (which I was happy with since the dock was working).
Last night after returning from a trip, I attempted to plug the usb cord into the back of the unit and the entire inner usb assembly broke free and was rattling around in the dock. I got it out through the charging slot and it appears it was only glued in...no hard wiring at all.
I called Amazon this morning and they graciously refunded the balance of the purchase price even though I was 7 days past the 30 day return period. (I really like that outfit!) They also told me I could dispose of the broken product as I see fit.
So since the opportunity presents itself, does anyone know how to take the dock apart without destroying the case? I'd like to see what's inside, how they actually attached the usb plug, and maybe see if I can rig it up to work again. I also want to see if I got stuck with a cheap knock-off or if its actually an OEM Samsung product. I've tried to pry it apart at the seam, but no luck.
Thanks for your help,
Curious Rich
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So, my short-lived experiment with the Samsung Galaxy Multimedia Desktop Charging Dock (Model EDD-D200BEGSTD) has ended badly. I bought the dock from Amazon for $27. The supplier was Starcake, fulfilled by Amazon. Received it on May 7th. After the first night, I realized it was not charging the phone. I used the "Galaxy Charging Current" app to verify that the wall charger that came with (but not in) the OEM box, was probably a knock-off and was only pushing 300 mAh rather than the advertised 1 amp, and the printing was a bit off. I switched over to my OEM charger and it charged fine. I then called Amazon (still within the 30 days) and they kindly gave me a refund of $10.00 for the charger portion (which I was happy with since the dock was working).
Last night after returning from a trip, I attempted to plug the usb cord into the back of the unit and the entire inner usb assembly broke free and was rattling around in the dock. I got it out through the charging slot and it appears it was only glued in...no hard wiring at all.
I called Amazon this morning and they graciously refunded the balance of the purchase price even though I was 7 days past the 30 day return period. (I really like that outfit!) They also told me I could dispose of the broken product as I see fit.
So since the opportunity presents itself, does anyone know how to take the dock apart without destroying the case? I'd like to see what's inside, how they actually attached the usb plug, and maybe see if I can rig it up to work again. I also want to see if I got stuck with a cheap knock-off or if its actually an OEM Samsung product. I've tried to pry it apart at the seam, but no luck.
Thanks for your help,
Curious Rich
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I bought the same one. But went to put on S4 into the dock from the top. Didn't push the phone to hard to in the charger and usb piece fell into the housing.
I couldn't open it up either. Needless to say I sent it back to Amazon.
How did you get the Galaxy Charging App to work?
I just installed it but it says "480" and never changes, even when I plug it in and press refresh.
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How did you get the Galaxy Charging App to work?
I just installed it but it says "480" and never changes, even when I plug it in and press refresh.
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It works with the Verizon S4 but not with Sprint S4s. AT&T may also have an issue.
Try removing the rubber feet pads on the bottom. I bet there are screws hidden under them.
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Try removing the rubber feet pads on the bottom. I bet there are screws hidden under them.
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I've tried that too. It's one solid piece of foam that will not yield easily. I was hoping I could feel so screw holes I could pierce through but no luck. If it is a knockoff, they did a good job of sealing it!
Come to think of it, it they had used the same glue on the usb plug, there probably wouldn't be a problem with the d*mn thing!
I bought a couple of these from ebay http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/151247910444?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
The USB plug end is huge, and the magnet is very weak. It's OK if you leave it flat on the desk, but picking the phone up means it's more than likely going to fall off.
I'd be wary of this kind if you're thinking of getting one.
I'd like one with a very strong magnet so that I can plug it into a USB battery pack and leave it in my pocket without wondering whether the magnet connector has fallen off.
Any suggestions?
I also bought such a cable. Mine is actually pretty good so far. Magnet power is good enough and the overall cable is just as good as a standard Sony cable. And only 3 euros incl. shipping.
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I bought a couple of these from ebay http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/151247910444?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
The USB plug end is huge, and the magnet is very weak. It's OK if you leave it flat on the desk, but picking the phone up means it's more than likely going to fall off.
I'd be wary of this kind if you're thinking of getting one.
I'd like one with a very strong magnet so that I can plug it into a USB battery pack and leave it in my pocket without wondering whether the magnet connector has fallen off.
Any suggestions?
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I don't think you will have any luck finding one like that, as the connector was never designed to be used as a stand alone cable, it was always meant to be inside a charging stand/dock. Even if the magnet is very strong when pulling straight out from the connector (like being able to lift the phone with it) it will still come off super easy if pulled at an angle.
Maybe you could buy a cheap dock, then cut some in it so that all that is left will be like a clamp that goes around the edge of the phone and holds the cable steady? Or maybe some cheap case where you can glue tha connector to the case and only use it when charging?
Are they no official magnetic charger available? Isn't anyone here using?
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I don't think you will have any luck finding one like that, as the connector was never designed to be used as a stand alone cable, it was always meant to be inside a charging stand/dock. Even if the magnet is very strong when pulling straight out from the connector (like being able to lift the phone with it) it will still come off super easy if pulled at an angle.
Maybe you could buy a cheap dock, then cut some in it so that all that is left will be like a clamp that goes around the edge of the phone and holds the cable steady? Or maybe some cheap case where you can glue tha connector to the case and only use it when charging?
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I That's given me an idea, perhaps these cables with some Sugru so that it aligns to the edge of the handset might do the trick!
Yup, I complained about the weakness of the magnet and got my money back from the eBay seller
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Are they no official magnetic charger available? Isn't anyone here using?
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The only official magnetic charger is the DK32 charging dock. The cables that most people buy are the same cables that is inside the dock, but it's impossible to know whether they are original parts or just copies since Sony doesn't officially sell that cable as a separate unit. The ones that sellers claim to be originals could very well only be meant as replacement parts or a simple way for phone repair shops to charge the phones.
The magnet is weak and actually takes some effort to get it to align, I was hoping that it would suck itself in like a MagSafe connector does. It also charges at about 70% the speed of the original USB charging cable even when connected to the same ipad wallwart.
I'm unimpressed with my knock-off cable but for the price, I can accept the mediocre quality.
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The magnet is weak and actually takes some effort to get it to align, I was hoping that it would suck itself in like a MagSafe connector does. It also charges at about 70% the speed of the original USB charging cable even when connected to the same ipad wallwart.
I'm unimpressed with my knock-off cable but for the price, I can accept the mediocre quality.
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Well I paid 15 for mine (bought from a retailer) and they don't do refunds.
Lesson learnt...
What do you expect from such a small magnet? Imo it's quite strong already. I got this cable, which doesn't have a stronger magnet but aligns better, and it's cheap - I'm from Germany though: http://www.ebay.de/itm/-/291037184668
I also have the one the op has, with that one the phone started charging but it was so slow that it never finished. Modifiying the plastic and pins didn't help.
Not sure if it fits here, as my cable was not bought through ebay...
I got the OEM Magnetic Charging USB Cable for Sony Xperia Smartphone Black with Sony logo on the magnetic plug and it doesn't look too good: cheap to the looks and touch. The cable is thinner and feels flimsy compared to the USB charging cable that came stock with the phone. The magnet holds so-so but won't do too well when grabbing the phone, answering a call or whatever. The USB plug is huge, feels and looks cheap as well and can't be fully inserted into the charger; a bit of the metal part will stick out, that is.
I didn't do a full charge so far, so, can't commend on that part. I didn't measure the time but from what it felt like, the magnetic cable charges pretty fast - I'd say about the same rate as the stock micro USB cable (both with stock wall socket charger). But pay attention if you move the phone; the magnetic plug comes off really easy and might cause some bad surprise the next morning (the moment you wake up and notice your phone died on you and didn't wake you up ... about 2 hours ago, which was about an hour before you should've left to go to work and so on).
Now, if I'm not mistaken, witrigs says somewhere on their site that there would be huge difference between the Original OEM :angel: cable and the cheaper 3rd party ones the also offer. Honestly, I can't imagine the really cheap ones are much worse (as far as look & feel and usability goes).
I bought two of the following a few weeks back (for work and home) and overall am quite happy. The magnet is reasonably strong - I can lift the phone to check an email etc without it falling off - not sure about a phone call with it attached though...
cant post link - got it from dx-box website item SKU-8894
I have just ordered a 3rd cable for the car - after buying a case which has a cutout for the magnetic port but NOT for the microusb port:
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I have just ordered a 3rd cable for the car - after buying a case which has a cutout for the magnetic port but NOT for the microusb port:
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What case might that be? I am looking for a case with almost no cut-outs myself (camera/flash, magnetic charging port, headphone jack).
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What case might that be? I am looking for a case with almost no cut-outs myself (camera/flash, magnetic charging port, headphone jack).
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I got the Zukin Mini Ultra Thin Aluminium Bumper
I cant post links so you will just have to google it - sorry.
It has cutouts for the Magentic port, the Sim card, the camera and the power + volume buttons, headphones and bottom speaker - but NOT the SD card nor the usb port...
I bought a few of this original Sony magnetic charger cables for my Z1c the last months.
http://dx-box.com/brand-new-magnetic-usb-charging-cable-adapter-for-sony-xperia-z1-compact.html
It fits perfect and there are no problems while charging.
Regards, Chris
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I bought two of the following a few weeks back (for work and home) and overall am quite happy. The magnet is reasonably strong - I can lift the phone to check an email etc without it falling off - not sure about a phone call with it attached though...
cant post link - got it from dx-box website item SKU-8894
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I bought a few of this original Sony magnetic charger cables for my Z1c the last months.
http://dx-box.com/brand-new-magnetic-usb-charging-cable-adapter-for-sony-xperia-z1-compact.html
It fits perfect and there are no problems while charging.
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Looks like you both ordered from the same site.Can you both attest to the magnet's ability to stick to the phone?
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Looks like you both ordered from the same site.Can you both attest to the magnet's ability to stick to the phone?
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The magnetic ability is okay, not very strong but if you let the phone on your desk, it´s no problem.
I don´t know if a stronger magnet can damage the phone.
I placed a cable of this in my car-holder and fixed it with a little point of glue and there´s no problem with vibrations while driving.
And also good at this cable:
You can not reverse polarities!
I hope i could help you.
Regards, Chris
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The magnetic ability is okay, not very strong but if you let the phone on your desk, it´s no problem.
I don´t know if a stronger magnet can damage the phone.
I placed a cable of this in my car-holder and fixed it with a little point of glue and there´s no problem with vibrations while driving.
And also good at this cable:
You can not reverse polarities!
I hope i could help you.s
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I see, thanks!
On another note:
Hasn't anyone bought from Witrigs or is the shipping too far?
EDIT: Ok, witrigs' estimated shipping time is ridiculously long (for someone like me in south east asia) dx-box is better
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I see, thanks!
On another note:
Hasn't anyone bought from Witrigs or is the shipping too far?
EDIT: Ok, witrigs' estimated shipping time is ridiculously long (for someone like me in south east asia) dx-box is better
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I did. But I am in Europe, so, it doesn't say anything about shipping within Asia.
However, for my order, delivery took about 2 weeks, which is pretty fast compared to most of my previous orders from China (usually 3 to 4 weeks without the customs interfering).
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I did. But I am in Europe, so, it doesn't say anything about shipping within Asia.
However, for my order, delivery took about 2 weeks, which is pretty fast compared to most of my previous orders from China (usually 3 to 4 weeks without the customs interfering).
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I may order a magnetic charging cable from witrigs along with a glass back replacement part so I'd get more out of the shipping fee and shipping time.
There are options for shipping via different countries with different shipping costs (at the bottom upon checkout)