Found my old USB OTG adaptor that I used with my SE Xperia Arc S and thought why not give it a go.
This is when I discovered the usb port on the Arc S (which i assumed was angular), and the OTG cable are square micro USB, not narrower at one side like all of the other cables i've seen - and the ports on numerous other devices (RAZR i included).
Specs say both are called micro USB, but one is entirely incompatible with the other as there is no way in hell it will plug in to the RAZR i...
True story :good:
There's 2 kind of MicroUSB connectors: Micro-A and Micro-B
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Universal_Serial_Bus
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The most commun is the B shape, it's the one you find an almost all smartphone MicroUSB compliant.
Strange that the Arc S use a MicroA shape...
Le_Poilu said:
There's 2 kind of MicroUSB connectors: Micro-A and Micro-B
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Universal_Serial_Bus
The most commun is the B shape, it's the one you find an almost all smartphone MicroUSB compliant.
Strange that the Arc S use a MicroA shape...
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Cheers for that, yeah its odd the Arc seems to have the A shape as pictured, will shift the cable with the phone.
Le_Poilu said:
There's 2 kind of MicroUSB connectors: Micro-A and Micro-B
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Universal_Serial_Bus
The most commun is the B shape, it's the one you find an almost all smartphone MicroUSB compliant.
Strange that the Arc S use a MicroA shape...
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The HTC Amaze 4G does too. Odd I agree.
Le_Poilu said:
There's 2 kind of MicroUSB connectors: Micro-A and Micro-B
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Universal_Serial_Bus
The most commun is the B shape, it's the one you find an almost all smartphone MicroUSB compliant.
Strange that the Arc S use a MicroA shape...
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The HTC Amaze 4G Uses Type A too
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I use to have one for my old 3gs and was wondering if i can get on for my nexus one? Thanks
http://www.solio.com/charger/
@jairuncaloth Those are a bit much I haven't tired any of these chargers but the prices are a bit more reasonable. www.solarstylemiami.com
Mine was a gift. It's pretty handy.
Another vote for the Solio. A pricy but amazing device, I never go anywhere without mine
+2 for Solio...the best functionally!
Which one of those solar chargers are compatible with Nexus one?
musicTR said:
Which one of those solar chargers are compatible with Nexus one?
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Solio usually comes with all kinds of adaptors for all phones. Check their website for specifics.
I don't know if they have a microusb tip yet. That's pretty easy to work around though. Mine came with a standard usb female port. I can plug the N1's usb cable right into it.
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I don't know if they have a microusb tip yet. That's pretty easy to work around though. Mine came with a standard usb female port. I can plug the N1's usb cable right into it.
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I ordered an A97 tip cox it looks like extUSB. I'll let you guys know is that the one after I got it.
I have a MicroUSB for my solio, bought it straight off the main solio site with a few other tips
http://www.fommy.com/view-full-page.asp?divid=Google&model=Google+Nexus+One+PB99100&skuno=83981
this one seems/looks nice but i heard fommy.com is a bad company to deal with
Yes! It is A97 tip!
I just got the tip and it works like a charm!
Just curious....Where do you use these?
I just can't imagine being somewhere I would sit long enough to use this that I wouldn't have access to AC or USB.
guags99 said:
Just curious....Where do you use these?
I just can't imagine being somewhere I would sit long enough to use this that I wouldn't have access to AC or USB.
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Back Packing, Hiking, Boating, Camping, Traveling, Emergencies (ie. power outage), etc.
you could also use this if you manage to already have a mini usb adapter
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they sell them at radioshack for 12.99 and I believe we carry the solio for 29+ Damn things I remember being an employee..
-Charlie
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Back Packing, Hiking, Boating, Camping, Traveling, Emergencies (ie. power outage), etc.
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Ah...No wonder I couldn't think of uses...These are all things I'd have to get-up and move around to do! My idea of roughing-it would be switching from 3G to Edge!!
i got the OEM HTC composite cable but found that no matter what i did, it clearly doesn't fit on the Sensation despite some sites like CellGuru that say its compatible or other reviews that say to remove your case (which i tried)
thoughts? im tryin 2 get this for mirroring in my car (which has composite aux-in)....i also got the MHL cable but thats obviously HDMI and i need the component connectors
HTC (ADR6300) OEM A/V
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if not, will have to get an HDMI to Component adaptor (if that even works in my car)
That end doesn't look right at all....it looks too long and the notch doesn't look like it belongs either.
That's for the USB port on the HTC flyer tablets
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if i cant mod the connector on this cable to get it to fit, it looks like im gonna have to buy something like this and use my MHL adaptor with it: http://www.amazon.com/HDMI-Composite-S-Video-Converter-3RCA/dp/B0047PDBP0
ExtMicro USB 12pin
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i got the OEM HTC composite cable but found that no matter what i did, it clearly doesn't fit on the Sensation despite some sites like CellGuru that say its compatible or other reviews that say to remove your case (which i tried)
HTC (ADR6300) OEM A/V
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picked-up an Amaze over the weekend and this cable now fits in it (it has the grooves which the Sensation does not). found out this newer connector uses a different class of microUSB to charge & is a proprietary HTC design, called ExtMicro USB. It allows the device to get more power while charging, but it is also backwards compatible with microUSB cables (5 pins vs. 12)
It's about time we had another (more affordable) option
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Article / Press Release: http://www.engadget.com/2013/08/06/kanex-slimport-mhl-hdmi-adapters/
Buy from Kanex website: http://www.kanexlive.com/slimport
I think I'll be grabbing one very soon!
I take you cannot charge the phone with this?
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I take you cannot charge the phone with this?
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You can with the other one, don't know about this one but the wire looks offset to make room for the charger plug
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I take you cannot charge the phone with this?
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Step 3 on their website "For additional power, connect the microUSB charging cable provided from the microUSB port on the adapter to a wall charger"
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Have you guys tried this one?
http://dx.com/p/cy-mh-040-slimport-...xus-4-optimus-g-pro-qh582-asus-padfone-231675
$22.30
Zero reviews..
EDIT: Even cheaper on eBay.. ~$17: http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Slimport-HDM...LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item232d60cf49&_uhb=1
So I just received my Kanex Slimport Adapter and it is built very well. The cable attached to the adapter is ~12 inches long.
You can charge it via the built-in micro-USB port on the adapter itself.
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It's about time we had another (more affordable) option
Article / Press Release: http://www.engadget.com/2013/08/06/kanex-slimport-mhl-hdmi-adapters/
Buy from Kanex website: http://www.kanexlive.com/slimport
I think I'll be grabbing one very soon!
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So I just received my Kanex Slimport Adapter and it is built very well. The cable attached to the adapter is ~12 inches long.
You can charge it via the built-in micro-USB port on the adapter itself.
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Thanks for sharing. Makes me want one even more now, however that Chomecast is surely tempting as well (so long as I can find one available!)
How is the image/video/audio quality on your TV? Any signs of compression or frame drops? Just wanting to know what to expect if I do buy one.
to those who have bought this, what are your thoughts? I was going to get one, checked amazon, and it didn't have good reviews.
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I also have the OnePlus USB C cable if you want to see that and the OnePlus adapter!
Yoozon® 1Pack Hi-speed USB 2.0 Type C (USB-C) to Type A (USB-A)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B013187HZS?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00
I bought a few of these since they're the only ones i found listed that are certified to be 5V / 3AMP.
I was going to pick some up to review but it says those ones are unavailable
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Yoozon® 1Pack Hi-speed USB 2.0 Type C (USB-C) to Type A (USB-A)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B013187HZS?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00
I bought a few of these since they're the only ones i found listed that are certified to be 5V / 3AMP.
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I was going to pick some up to review but it says those ones are unavailable
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I was going to pick some up to review but it says those ones are unavailable
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I'll review them for you if you'd like once I get my brick and phone.
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Yea you might as well! I just got in a new red and black one that i love the color on i also have the OnePlus cables if anyone wants to see them but i do show it off in the one video. If you just got a phone though you cant beat the multipack! Going from micro USB to USB C i went from having about 50 cables to just the one that came in the box lol
I was looking at some of those cables online and some of the reviews were complaining that they charged very slow. I will wait till more people are able to get tests with the new Nexus phones.
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I was looking at some of those cables online and some of the reviews were complaining that they charged very slow. I will wait till more people are able to get tests with the new Nexus phones.
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Try this Meenova one http://www.meenova.com/st/p/u3c15.html
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I received this product from Choetech recently at a discounted rate, in exchange for my views on it. Here they are:
The item came next day and was very well packaged. The packaging is the nowadays very popular cardboard box containing the hub itself and a USB C to USB C cable. This is a very nice add-on, especially because the new standard is not yet available like the old micro USB one, so that is a welcomed addition.
Opening the box reveals the unit itself in a little plastic bag. It is smaller than I expected, and a stand makes it convenient when put on a desk. The hub itself has a nice satin finish, which gives a premium feeling.
There is a mains adapter which plugs into the back of the unit. When you plug it a blue light comes on which means its ready use.
The hub has 2 USB C ports and 4 USB A sockets. Using the cable which came with the unit, the Nexus 6P and the Nexus 5X both show quick charging, and according to my measurements, the charging times are similar to the original chargers came with the phones.
The hub also charges the iPhone 6 and 6S Plus, the iPad Mini and the Huawei Watch without and problems.
In an environment with many devices, this hub is a very-very useful gadget, freeing up 6!!! sockets.
I will take it with me on holidays as well, so no more power bricks needed, just the cables and this hub.
The hub is reasonably priced, premium quality and works as expected. Highly recommended!
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I also had an opportunity to trial this hub. Arrived tightly packaged and neat. I use it on my night table and it has declutered my floor wires. Stays cool charges at high rate and I've noticed no degradation of power ever with all ports in use.
I are with the above review and I would recommend this as a low profile, well designed power hub. I will continue to stress this little fellow and update as needed.
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Update: It seems, it charges the Nexus slightly slower than the original charger. I will have to measure it though to be sure.
Anyone having the Choetech TC42C should read this.
https://plus.google.com/102612254593917101378/posts/hYVEFL62EWC
Its rated Noncompliant AND unsafe