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Car holder and charger

Hi All,
Can anyone recommend a decent car windscreen holder and charger for a Nexus 4? Obviously won't be an official one or anything just something you've used for a similar device that works well. I've gone through two car holders recently because they were cheap rubbish. And my charger didn't actually charge properly it just slowed down the rate the battery drained!

May want to change the title from CARD holder.
I will be using the generic holder that Samsung sells for their S3.
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I have been using ProClips for years now with every phone I have had. I emailed they last week and they will have mount for my new N4 in Jan 2013. I will surly be getting one. They are very good.

I've used this arkon mount with the GNex, so it will work with the N4. I have it mounted to the dash in this vid (it has a sticky suction cup similar to clingo material) but it can also be mounted on the windshield. I plan on getting an N4 soon and this is my mount of choice for when I'm in a car (usually ride a motorcycle).
http://www.arkon.com/mobile-grip/galaxy-nexus-dash-mount-mobile-grip.html

Here is my nexus 4 with the cheap and cheerful Spider holder, I like it because its light and easy to move from car to car,and can be used as stand, I dislike it because it goes on the vent and if heating is on it can heat up the phone.
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I also use ProClip and will wait for them to have it for the N4.

I will just be mounting one of the wireless orbs to my dash. This is what I used when I rocked the Palm Pre and loved it! Obviously I was using the touchstone charger at the time.
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Going by previous history, hopefully Brodit will have one out in within a month.
Personally I think I'm going to try and mod a GNex Brodit holder to fit, if that's at all possible.

does anyone of you know, if there will be a car holder, which supports the wireless charging function?
if there will be one, i'll wait to buy a car holder, but if there won't be such a thing i'll buy an other one...

Oggy512 said:
does anyone of you know, if there will be a car holder, which supports the wireless charging function?
if there will be one, i'll wait to buy a car holder, but if there won't be such a thing i'll buy an other one...
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We here at iBOLT.co will bring out a new and very sleek car-dock compatible with the Nexus 4 in the 2nd half of December. It will work with all cases too and have an integrated charger. The challenge is that it appears that Google completely removed the support for "car-dock" mode in the 4.1.2 Jellybean for the Nexus 4. This means that even if we incorporate an NFC tag to start "car-dock" applications like "CarHome Ultra" the home button will not go back to the car-dock app screen, but revert back to the default Nexus 4 screen so you can't really toggle between apps without starting from zero...

For Brodit fans I'm using a passive iPhone 3GS holder that is designed to be used with a case on the phone. Works well with my naked N4 and should cope with whatever case / bumper I wind up using too.
It's adjustable and worked for my Galaxy Nexus as well.
They are quite keenly priced as well.

I personally don't like car mode. Add long add it has an nfc tag and wireless charging I'm sold.
MikaelPe said:
We here at iBOLT.co will bring out a new and very sleek car-dock compatible with the Nexus 4 in the 2nd half of December. It will work with all cases too and have an integrated charger. The challenge is that it appears that Google completely removed the support for "car-dock" mode in the 4.1.2 Jellybean for the Nexus 4. This means that even if we incorporate an NFC tag to start "car-dock" applications like "CarHome Ultra" the home button will not go back to the car-dock app screen, but revert back to the default Nexus 4 screen so you can't really toggle between apps without starting from zero...
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frigidazzi said:
I personally don't like car mode. Add long add it has an nfc tag and wireless charging I'm sold.
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Seconded. Wireless charging is top priority in a car dock at this point.

Having a charger that activates car mode somehow is a must for me. Driving on the road without having easily accessible applications is too dangerous.
With my current phone (S2 Skyrocket) I tried the Infuse dock that was said to work with it. However it wasn't snug enough so it never activated car mode defeating the purpose of it. This is why I'm hesitant to buy other phone car docks...
Or are there other methods of activating car mode (without tasker)?

Kaaji1359 said:
Having a charger that activates car mode somehow is a must for me. Driving on the road without having easily accessible applications is too dangerous.
With my current phone (S2 Skyrocket) I tried the Infuse dock that was said to work with it. However it wasn't snug enough so it never activated car mode defeating the purpose of it. This is why I'm hesitant to buy other phone car docks...
Or are there other methods of activating car mode (without tasker)?
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I know back in the days of my nexus one you could just launch the car mode app and it would activate car mode. No tasker required. Although tasker makes everything so much simpler

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I know back in the days of my nexus one you could just launch the car mode app and it would activate car mode. No tasker required. Although tasker makes everything so much simpler
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Well I didn't use the default car mode app, I used Car Dashboard.
And how would you use Tasker for it? The only thing that would work is if you set a Tasker profile to start any time a USB charger would be plugged in right?

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Well I didn't use the default car mode app, I used Car Dashboard.
And how would you use Tasker for it? The only thing that would work is if you set a Tasker profile to start any time a USB charger would be plugged in right?
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Nfc tag would be easiest I think now a days.

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Nfc tag would be easiest I think now a days.
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You can trigger car mode from within Tasker - I'm using Tasker to make a home grown Zoom "car mode" widget visible when paired to my bluetooth

The Proclip holder for the Infuse 4G and the Optimus G may work. I'm gonna pick one, not sure which yet, now while there's a 25% Black Friday sale.
Infuse 4G: 71 mm wide x 9 mm thick
Optimus G: 68.9 mm wide x 8.5 mm thick
Nexus 4: 68.7 mm wide x 9.1 mm thick
So if I go with the Infuse holder, it will have 1 mm space to each side but the thickness is about perfect.
If I go with the Optimus, the phone will be 0.6 mm too thick and I may have to sand down the holder.
I think the Infuse holder may be the best bet and least hassle.

I'm using the Samsung universal dock and it is working pretty well for my nexus 4.
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Universal-Vehicle-Galaxy-Smartphones/dp/B008PX2VS8
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Perfect Run/Bike Companion - My Accessories Setup

I chose the Z1 Compact as I like to run/bike with my phone; not so that I can use things like Strava/RunKeeper/Endomondo etc but becuase I
a. listen to music
b. take calls
c. take photos
d. like my loved ones to track me in case of emergency
e. make calls in case of emergency
etc
So the high spec, waterproofness and size really appealled to me
And I have to say.. it is proving a delight.
I have now finalised my run/bike setup and thought you guys might be interested in the set up.
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Run:
Armband: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sony-Xperia-Z1-Compact-Shocksock/dp/B00HUGVTIE
I have tried various armband cases over the decades (!!) but this one I have for the Z1 Compact is the best to date (and one of the cheapest)
It has a nice amount of stretch, a little key pocket and nice velcro closure that doesn't rub.
I would say though that it is not a tight fit in the armband case (it is NOT custom made for the phone).. but that is fine with me as I can easily slip in and out, it works with my normal case I have for the phone, and is still secure and not had issues on long runs (+20k)
If you want the smallest possible case for the phone then look elsewhere
The screen is responsive enough through the clear screen, but as with all the cases, the power button of the phone is in a bit of an awkward position
Bike:
Handlebar case: http://topeak.com/products/bags/smartphone_drybag_5in_bk2
Why bother with a waterproof case?
Well.. I suppose I didn't really need to, but I wanted something for the handlebars that would protect it in case of a fall a bit more, but wouldn't be too bulky. (also.. I could be on the bike in the rain for upwards of 6hrs.. not sure if the IP rating could handle that!)
The fit is actually perfect: I can just squeese in with the my normal case (Krussel FrostCover) still on. Without the case it is still a nice and snugg fit with no flapping around.
Screen responsive enough through the clear plastic front
The power button is okayish to press on the go
The downside I see with this is that the inbuilt clip on the back means that on bumps it can 'slap' a bit, so I might look at fixing that somehow (the case is good enough that I would want to do that rather than look for another solution)
also, if you wanna take phonts you need to take out of the waterproof case.
Run/Bike:
Headphones: http://www.jaybirdsport.com/bluebuds-x-bluetooth-headphones/
I understand people who say you should not use headphones while running/biking outdoors, but I do like to do it
These bluetooth headphones are the best out there.
Expensive but worth it: can use in the rain, no long cord, answer calls etc.
They have already proven the best sports headphones I have ever bought
The only downside I would say is that the stock earbuds can fall out, so I use comply foam buds (http://www.complyfoam.com/products/S-500/)
That makes the fit perfect and secure (can run for 2hrs without needing to adjust once)
No dropouts.
Hope this is helpful.
I really am in a near perfect place now with my setup.
I first started looking for the ideal set up to run/bike with, in 2002 (using the first phone that I started to run with).. I have finally found it (until the wearable tech means I use something other than a phone in a few years)
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Milkywaye said:
I chose the Z1 Compact as I like to run/bike with my phone
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Thank you very much for your feedback :good:. Quite similar need for me: day long mountain bike and hike sessions.
I'm curious about any setup allowing charging the phone with a dynamo, but still being waterproof, or anything allowing to extend the battery life for a complete day of use as GPS track recorder and map. I have in mind a setup based on something similar to the Shimano Dynamo Generator Hubs.
Regarding the power button, I hope Tap2Wake & Wake 2 Touch, or any other similar feature, will be soon available for the Z1 Compact.

Scalpos said:
Thank you very much for your feedback :good:. Quite similar need for me: day long mountain bike and hike sessions.
I'm curious about any setup allowing charging the phone with a dynamo, but still being waterproof, or anything allowing to extend the battery life for a complete day of use as GPS track recorder and map. I have in mind a setup based on something similar to the Shimano Dynamo Generator Hubs.
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Yeah.. the phone batteries are not quite up to the extended rides or ultras.
tbh that is why I use a Garmin Edge for my long rides (i don't need to go longer than that battery allows) and not use my phone for tracking.
in the past I have used different things for keeping the juice of my phone going (additional batteries, external batter packs etc).. but I think this is one of the weaknesses of the phone for that application
[1] the magnets on the magnetic charging socket tend to be weak so on a bike you will probably need to keep on reconnecting or use some sort of tape to tape the socket in place
[2] the normal usb charging socket is in an awkward position.. so the cable would jut out to the side.. but worse.. you lose the waterproofness and more worryingly, the flap is in a dangerously vulnerable position to breakage
[3] no removable battery
If i needed to charge on the go (on the bike) then I would defintely look at utilising the magnetic socket and tape the plug n place.
that would then leave the issue of keeping the phone out of the elements (especially on extended downpours) and for that you would need a different mount to the topeak one (not broad enough to have the charger in the bag as well)
there is also the other issue of amps.. you need to make sure that the phone is being given enough amps to actually charge. not sure a dynamo would do that,.. but those battery packs would if you choose the right one
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When you do get something sorted.. then post piccies! very interested to see what you come up with

Nice post!
I used the same Topeak case with my late SGS3, which was a very tight fit...
I have used it in different conditions over half a year and found one big nuissance with it. That clear plastic gets foggy from the inside and you have to clean that up every now and then (sealed rolled and everything). And I'm not a neat freak... also I don't have sticks for fingers, so cleaning all of it is just not pleasant...
As for the charging en route... you could still hook the dynamo output by soldering the wires (actually with some connector) to a solar battery - as complimentary powersource to the solar cell. Then charge from that, which gives a more stable output. Worst case scenario is that going downhill may fry a solar battery instead of the phone...

Impossible to find good car mount for Pixel?

I've never had a car mount before and finally decided to get one for my Pixel. I searched tons of websites and all over Amazon trying to find ones that would not block the Pixel's power or volume buttons at all. I ordered and received two from Amazon to try them out and then realized both of them block the finger print sensor in the back. I like the smaller mount and the way it holds the pixel diagonally by the corners but with the bigger mount I would be able to mark the mount where the finger print sensor will be and drill a hole which would let me unlock with my fingerprint.
Are there no mounts out there that would not interfere with the power/volume buttons or finger print sensor??
Or is there some kind of "car mode" feature or app that would allow the pixel to be unlocked without needed fingerprint or PIN? So if the screen goes off while in the mount I can just press the power button to wake it.
I also just remembered I have samsung NFC stickers that I never used from when I had my GS3. Couldn't I stick one of them in my car and set the app so that my phone stays unlocked when around it?? I have no clue I never used them before so not exactly sure how they work.
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You don't like magnetic mounts? Those do not block the sides. Also, there are auto apps that let you navigate big huge buttons for SMS, calls, maps, etc. Then there are apps that offer driving mode that speak aloud for incoming messages, calls. Or, you can also use OK Google to wake up the phone if you want to go that route.

RAM X-Mount is a little pricey but 100% worth it! I can position my phone (6P with unicorn beetle rugged case) in it so that the top left support lands right in-between the power button and volume up button this way I can also reach around behind with my index and unlock it via biometrics. Your phone will never fall out and RAM has tons of mounting accessories so you can get extensions or articulating arms for going around things or whatever.
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quangtran1 said:
You don't like magnetic mounts? Those do not block the sides. Also, there are auto apps that let you navigate big huge buttons for SMS, calls, maps, etc. Then there are apps that offer driving mode that speak aloud for incoming messages, calls. Or, you can also use OK Google to wake up the phone if you want to go that route.
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I've never tried them I hear mixed things about having magnets against a phone. I would try but the vents in my car can't close (2000 Dodge Durango) so I don't want hot air blowing against it all the time. :/
Wait I just realized my head unit has Bluetooth. I've never used it before. Can't I set up smart unlock so its always unlocked when in my car? If that works then I can just use the one from the first picture.

Here's my Scosche magnetic mount for one of my spare phones. It's clipped to the vent. I also have the telescope magnetic mount. It's super stable.

Right about the hit air. I closed that vent off.

There is an app in the play store called Screen On that keeps the screen on. I use it on my motorcycle all the time.

Yes you can use Smart Lock with Bluetooth.

Or buy the app "Tasker" and set up a car profile that keeps your screen on when in your car. Best app on the Play Store. Automates your life, basically.

PsiPhiDan said:
Or buy the app "Tasker" and set up a car profile that keeps your screen on when in your car. Best app on the Play Store. Automates your life, basically.
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I read some stuff about doing it this way. It will basically do the same thing right? Stay unlocked while connected to Bluetooth?
I'm not interested in keeping the screen on while in the car I would rather have it just stay unlocked and not need a pin or fingerprint to unlock when the screen goes off.

aholeinthewor1d said:
I read some stuff about doing it this way. It will basically do the same thing right? Stay unlocked while connected to Bluetooth?
I'm not interested in keeping the screen on while in the car I would rather have it just stay unlocked and not need a pin or fingerprint to unlock when the screen goes off.
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If screen on isn't needed and you are Bluetoothed to the car what you need is built in.
https://support.google.com/nexus/answer/6093922?hl=en

Been very happy with ProClip
I've been using the same ProClip mount for my last three phones a GS3, GS5, and Pixel. The holder was designed to work with a GS3 in a case and has worked well for all three phones in a case. They sell universal mounts that fit almost any phone, just take some measurements of the phone (or the phone and case if you're using one) and they can get you a mounting solution that works well. The design doesn't block the bottom at all or the entire upper half of the phone so all buttons and the fingerprint reader are free to be used in the mount.

TonikJDK said:
If screen on isn't needed and you are Bluetoothed to the car what you need is built in.
https://support.google.com/nexus/answer/6093922?hl=en
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This feature works great. I use it for my car & motorcycle helmet Bluetooth, home location, etc.
I have gone through a lot of car holders recently trying to find one that I love. They all seemed to have various issues such as obstructing buttons, not holding on vent, etc.
The best one that I have found is more expensive but works great.
https://www.amazon.com/Pearl-Magnetic-Car-Phone-Mount/dp/B01M0DNYIV/

SmokinCharger said:
This feature works great. I use it for my car & motorcycle helmet Bluetooth, home location, etc.
I have gone through a lot of car holders recently trying to find one that I love. They all seemed to have various issues such as obstructing buttons, not holding on vent, etc.
The best one that I have found is more expensive but works great.
https://www.amazon.com/Pearl-Magnetic-Car-Phone-Mount/dp/B01M0DNYIV/
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That thing is "cute" but probably doesn't work with any case that's worth a damn, and isn't even close to holding your phone as securely as the RAM X-Mount... And being a vent mount severely limits the position you're phone will face...
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I personally love the magnetic mounts but the suction cups always wear out on the windshield mount ones. I hate blocking my vents so those vent hanging mounts are out. I just started using the ones that mount to your in-dash CD player since I never use CD's anymore, just Bluetooth.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00HUIL310/ref=cm_cr_arp_mb_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8
Totally love this one.
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That thing is "cute" but probably doesn't work with any case that's worth a damn, and isn't even close to holding your phone as securely as the RAM X-Mount... And being a vent mount severely limits the position you're phone will face...
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I have used it on several phones including my huge Nexus 6 with case., and it holds up very well. It has a swivel head, so you can position it for any position.

I used a magnetic mount that I added an NFC tag to on my old GS6. When I put it in the mount the NFC would run a tasker profile to adjust my volume, unlock the phone, keep screen on, and turn off NFC. Then since I always charged when docked, I set up another profile that when power was removed, change all settings back to normal, lock the phone, and turn NFC back on. Then bought a new car with Bluetooth so tasker triggered off Bluetooth and I did away with the NFC and power removal.

Proclip is the best mount for just about any phone. They need to be purchased in two parts though. First the part that attaches to your car. Next is the part that your phone sits in. Give it a look but it's a little pricey.

I found the iOttie 3 which looks amazing but there is no way I'm using a stock mount on my dash.
Sucks I can't close my heat vents. I'd have a lot more choices.
I might keep the $15 dollar one from my first post which holds the corners diagonally and just attempt to cut out a section of the back so I can reach my finger print scanner. If only in had Bluetooth in my car. I have an older alpine head until which I would need to purchase the $30 bluetooth adapter for. Not really worth it to hope it works

aholeinthewor1d said:
I found the iOttie 3 which looks amazing but there is no way I'm using a stock mount on my dash.
Sucks I can't close my heat vents. I'd have a lot more choices.
I might keep the $15 dollar one from my first post which holds the corners diagonally and just attempt to cut out a section of the back so I can reach my finger print scanner. If only in had Bluetooth in my car. I have an older alpine head until which I would need to purchase the $30 bluetooth adapter for. Not really worth it to hope it works
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Does your head unit have an aux in jack in the front? If so you could use this.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00N...h+receiver&dpPl=1&dpID=41NHcPf0mcL&ref=plSrch
I currently use it with my 4Runner and it's perfect.
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Over heating/DVR issues?

Anyone had any over heating or DVR issues?.
Recently after nasty traffic trip of 2 hours (longest trip so far with this unit) I noticed that the OBDII torque app wouldn’t work (not unheard of) but then the sound attenuation wasn’t snapping off after nav directions, so I tried the volume knob and guess what no response, buttons not working and within seconds the whole unit packed up totally.
Did a reset and it was still glitchy.
Then I realised it was red hot, pulled the trim away and touched under the unit and it was burning hot.
Since then it’s crashed a few times and Waze (normally rock solid) has acted up with issues around gps signal being slower than my driving and just hanging and crashing.
Ps is the uk and it’s wet and cold, also tons of space inside the dash as it’s installed in a Van.
One thing at the time was that I have the usb in the glove box and at the time I was using it to keep my phone charged. Not sure if that was a factor?.
Since the. I’ve stopped charging the phone off that as I now have the DVR and DAB(not used the dab yet). But I’ve found the dvr cottage is jerky and that when running the DVR it causes the Rev cam footage to jump a few times too (sketchy when reversing in tight areas in the van).
So any one experienced over heating?, could one overheating event have damaged the cpu?, and could the DVR issue be related this?. Or does the DVR take a lot of processing power?.
Not an expert but when Inlookednin settings the rams never been used beyond 50% since the DVR was hooked up and the DVR is digital and the Rev cam is analog so why would it affect it?, but it really does.
Had a nightmare with separate dash cams (3 off amazon in a row had faults) so was hoping the dvr would be the answer.
Loath to lose it just today coming back from the woods with the family a Z4 nearly Head on’d us on a narrow lane as he swerved off the main road!!.
I’ve already agreed to return it to audio tech direct after Xmas as the green phone buttons dead but should I complain about the overheating and demand a replacement?. It’s only 2 months old

Give them a link to your post and google similar problems to find others with the same heat issue.
I installed 2 fans in my unit (not the same as yours) one directly on the cpu heatsync sucking the hot air off and another bigger pc fan that sucks the hot air out of the whole unit which is overkill but whatever lol

Hi, luckily they are replacing this one. Cooling wise I was thinking about sticking fans on the vent holes to suck hot air out and wire into the ignition so they come in with the radio, can attach on top externally and not void warranty. Won’t be able to add a heat sink though without opening up. Though I peeked into the Holes and there seem to be a corregated aluminium plate on top of the cpu, more ribbed than finned. Could that be a factory heat sink?
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I'm having exactly the same issue as you....
I have a PX5 Xtrons (GS) head unit and whenever i run Waze/Google Maps or any navigation app, after 30+ minutes , i get a "GPS lost, searching for GPS" message and the tracking starts to lag behind. Changing tracks/radio stations or volume at that time has a big delay. Today i got a "Temperature too hot" message and system shuts down.
How do i go about adding a fan/heat-sink onto these things? are there any tutorials etc?

Don’t know, there’s holes in top so I’m planning on a small 12v fan on top to suck the hot air out. Going to take a feed off the 12v power socket. Don’t want to open and stick heat sinks on as it’s under warranty but the fans can double tape externally.

Cid6.7 said:
Give them a link to your post and google similar problems to find others with the same heat issue.
I installed 2 fans in my unit (not the same as yours) one directly on the cpu heatsync sucking the hot air off and another bigger pc fan that sucks the hot air out of the whole unit which is overkill but whatever lol
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Can I ask how you powered your fans? I added a few heat-sinks to my system and although now it runs much smoother, temperatures do go up to 110-115 degrees Celsius. So now instead of becoming slow after 30 minutes, it now takes over an hour. I noticed a fan shaped hole in the back of my system which i am thinking about attaching a small fan on to to suck the warm air out.

alpha247 said:
Can I ask how you powered your fans? I added a few heat-sinks to my system and although now it runs much smoother, temperatures do go up to 110-115 degrees Celsius. So now instead of becoming slow after 30 minutes, it now takes over an hour. I noticed a fan shaped hole in the back of my system which i am thinking about attaching a small fan on to to suck the warm air out.
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I wired them to aux power in line and ground.
I plan on in the future finding a heat sensor so when the unit reaches a certain temp they'll turn on and off automatically

So my cheap fans arrived from China and I’ve temporarily taped them over the vent holes on the top, after some messing around I’ve opted to push cool air in so have placed them to blow into the top holes, can feel air coming out of the opposite top vent holes, hoping this will help till I work out how to duct the permanent cool duct my van has into the unit. Terrible radio interference when the fans are on now though and ideas how to avoid that?

It’s ok seems to have settled. Blue tooth is crapping out now so may just return.

Best Wireless Portable Charger?

I'm seeing some on Amazon with super suspect reviews. Like, one of them has 99% 5-star reviews. Come on, dude...
Can y'all share some LEGIT portable wireless chargers? Preferably some with REAL fast charging.

I have ordered this one.,
QI wireless charger, 20000mAh, price around 35 US$.
Can tell you more in a couple of days, should I get in the next days (has unfortunately around 4 weeks delivery time).
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got it now. Works more as OK for this price. Can charge also if the device is in the cover. The HW looks professional. QI charging with stand works only if you put the phone horizontal on the stand , but this is ok. Think was a good deal. Shippment needs 3 weeks.

After some weeks using I can say it was a very good deal. Works perfect with my Note 9 on travel. I can really highly recommend this QI charger. Use it on my business trips including powerpoint presentations in combination with an little HDMI adapter and on the evening to view Netflix videos in the hotel.
I don't want miss it anymore...

I've got to get that!

I think using the descriptor “best” is relative. What may work for one may not work for another.
Take this product:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077QRXLF6/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
10000mah battery pack, usb 3 ports, qi standard. Display shows exact charge numerically. Even shows the voltage coming in and voltage going out of the ports and what the qi is sending out.
There is a led ring that shows light white when charging and dark blue when charged.
I like these so much I bought 3 for the 3 notes i have.
EDIT: does charge them with the samsung military grade case for the note 9 series as seen in the photos (may be hard to see the actual case but both units have the case on )

They look pretty cool. The light looks a little too bright though? Also, the top surface looks quite slippery?

AndyCr15 said:
They look pretty cool. The light looks a little too bright though? Also, the top surface looks quite slippery?
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Does look cool, I like the bright light, but I'd definitely want it to be optional, you wouldn't want that next to your bed when trying to sleep haha.
And yeah that super smooth surface does look like the phone would easily slide off, although it would be negated by a case that had some grip.

Not sure what happened, might just be a temporary thing, but it's currently unavailable?
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That’s why i said not one product can be “best”.
I’m sure this is not designed to sit next to your bed at night. Its mostly aimed at people on the go /traveling.
The light ring is not bright. In a darkened room it will be noticeable, sure.
The top surface has plastic (shipping plastic). You can remove this plastic overlay as you see fit
Ive had these for about 3 weeks. I have used them 2-3 times per week (just to test on the charge times) and am very happy with the product price point and features.
You can also charge the product up whilst charging a qi enabled device (pass thru charging)

Does anyone make a car phone cradle holder with inbuilt wireless charger?
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Lots of people do wireless charging cradles for cars - I have an iOttie, two QiFulls and (my favourite - so good that I bought 3 of them), Samsung's own one.
https://www.samsung.com/uk/mobile-accessories/s-charger-vehicle-dock-hn910/

Of course you are right, but for me personally is size and power (20000mah) decisive. And some small things like the vertical stand, the non slippery surface and the size (like the phone itself) seem to be thought-out....
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I think using the descriptor “best” is relative. What may work for one may not work for another.
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^^^ thats why there are more options out there because not everyone has the same feature requests. I don’t particualry like portable upright chargers and the fact I have 3 of these means the 10 000mAh X3 (30000mAh? ) wlli be plenty. And if they are not, i have two portable power banks.
The product i listed here is just another option in the mix... not trying to steal thunder away from any one product..

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I have ordered this one.
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The last thing I needed was yet another power bank (I have a couple of really hefty one - 26,800 mAh from Zendure and 30,000 mAh from iMuto - as well as a whole raft of smaller ones given away free at various trade shows), but none of them do wireless so I had to get one of these as well.
Ordered it on amazon.de and it arrived here in the UK in a couple of days. Initial impressions are favourable. It charges my Note 9 even in its Spigen Tough Armor case, and I like the ability to have the phone at an angle. It also seems to do passthrough (i.e. wireless charge the Note 9 while also being charged itself).
There's a USB-C socket for input (haven't tested whether it can also be used as an output) as well as MicroUSB in and 2 x USB A outputs.

yes, is no bad
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marctronixx said:
That’s why i said not one product can be “best”.
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Well, getting bogged down with semantics is a waste of time. I think most of us generally agree that when we say "best" we're implying that the product performs as expected and that it suits most of our needs/wants.
That charging pad you shared looks promising but it sucks that it's no longer available on Amazon. I hope more OEMs jump into this portable wireless charging game. We need more options, that's for sure.

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The last thing I needed was yet another power bank
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I feel you on this. I'm down to two right now. One big one with enough amps to charge my laptop quick enough and a smaller Anker one for everything else. I want to replace the Anker one with a wireless one. Less cables to carry around.