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Micro USB Hard wire kits.

Does anybody know where to buy hard wire kits to install a micro USB charger into your car? All I have found on them so far is something like this:
http://www.buybits.com/product/sku_6137.aspx
Only problem is everything I can find is in the UK. I am trying to find something state side. Does anybody know where I can get some?

ccunningham83 said:
Does anybody know where to buy hard wire kits to install a micro USB charger into your car? All I have found on them so far is something like this:
http://www.buybits.com/product/sku_6137.aspx
Only problem is everything I can find is in the UK. I am trying to find something state side. Does anybody know where I can get some?
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You could pick up one of the 12volt ciggarette adapters that plug into normal socket and have a standard usb port that provides 5 volts. Take it apart, add an inline fuse (if it doesn't already have one) and wire that into any 12 volt source and mount the usb port wherever you want (or chop and attach a mini usb cable and leave the cable hanging wherever you want).
I've found those for under $10.00 in the states and have done this identical mod before (for something else, but same idea).

ccunningham83 said:
Does anybody know where to buy hard wire kits to install a micro USB charger into your car? All I have found on them so far is something like this:
http://www.buybits.com/product/sku_6137.aspx
Only problem is everything I can find is in the UK. I am trying to find something state side. Does anybody know where I can get some?
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FYI, the 500ma spec of that unit is not sufficient to power and charge many modern smartphones, including the N1.
You are better of fabbing your own solution from a microusb car charger rated at [email protected] or better.

Charger lead -- this?
How about http://buybits.com/product/7441.aspx that seems to be what you're after but then all you need is a micro adaptor.
They might even do one.
Steve

you could DIY it?
grab a 12v 1amp car adaptor, take it apart, find a suitable box from your nearest maplins (radioshack = USA equiv?) and fit the electrics into the box.
replace the fused side of the 12v adaptor with a fuse, wire and 2x ring terminals to your battery.
since it has standard USB, your free to use anything you wish.
i've done things slightly differently, i got a 4-way 12v accessory unit, and hard-wired that into the car. (http://www.towsure.com/product/4_Way_Cigar_Lighter_Socket_Adaptor). that you way you charge multiple devices..

ccunningham83 said:
Does anybody know where to buy hard wire kits to install a micro USB charger into your car? All I have found on them so far is something like this:
Only problem is everything I can find is in the UK. I am trying to find something state side. Does anybody know where I can get some?
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Search for this at Amazon:
Hardwire Barewire Power Micro USB Cable for SmartPhones including Droid and Many Micro USB Devices:
amazon.com/Hardwire-Barewire-SmartPhones-including-Devices/dp/B005J4OTUO/ref=sr_1_1?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1360622241&sr=1-1&keywords=Hardwire+Barewire+Power+Micro+USB+Cable
I have this installed in my car.
Would post a link but do not have enough posts yet.

Pogo Pins + Docks

Are the Pogo Pins used for anything besides charging? Can they, for example, be used to output audio from? The main reason I'm asking is I'm curious what type of dock accessories I can expect for our phones in the future (or at least hope for). The current car docks all seem to use the microUSB to charge which is nice since I just need to slide the phone in. I still have to manually connect the aux cord which is the main reason that I would even consider getting a dock though. I rarely need to charge my phone in my car, but I need to connect that cord every single time. Is there any possibility of having the aux output go through the pogo pins the future or are they only for charging through?

daneren2005 said:
Are the Pogo Pins used for anything besides charging? Can they, for example, be used to output audio from? The main reason I'm asking is I'm curious what type of dock accessories I can expect for our phones in the future (or at least hope for). The current car docks all seem to use the microUSB to charge which is nice since I just need to slide the phone in. I still have to manually connect the aux cord which is the main reason that I would even consider getting a dock though. I rarely need to charge my phone in my car, but I need to connect that cord every single time. Is there any possibility of having the aux output go through the pogo pins the future or are they only for charging through?
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I've read that the pinout is the same as USB

daneren2005 said:
Are the Pogo Pins used for anything besides charging? Can they, for example, be used to output audio from? The main reason I'm asking is I'm curious what type of dock accessories I can expect for our phones in the future (or at least hope for). The current car docks all seem to use the microUSB to charge which is nice since I just need to slide the phone in. I still have to manually connect the aux cord which is the main reason that I would even consider getting a dock though. I rarely need to charge my phone in my car, but I need to connect that cord every single time. Is there any possibility of having the aux output go through the pogo pins the future or are they only for charging through?
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There is a dock for the HTC One X (Intl version) that uses the pogo pins. It charges and outputs audio as well.
Unfortunately it is the only accessory I've seen that makes use of the pogo pins, and we have still yet to hear a thing about them producing a version for the One XL.

Hardwiring microUSB into a Car

I'm looking to mount my phone to the "A" pillar in my car, but I don't want cords running all over the place. I'm looking at doing an install similar to what people do with radar detectors by hooking into the fuse box inside the car (with an adapter like the one found here). This would be just for power. I understand how to wire it up theoretically (don't need to hook up the data wires, just the power and ground). I'm just looking for a mentor to make sure I do it right.
Has anyone ever done something like this using an adapter like the one I've mentioned? And what size fuse did you use for the install so you don't hurt the phone?
On a side note, I'm driving a 2006 VW Jetta, if that helps in any way.

mgs991099a said:
I'm looking to mount my phone to the "A" pillar in my car, but I don't want cords running all over the place. I'm looking at doing an install similar to what people do with radar detectors by hooking into the fuse box inside the car (with an adapter like the one found here). This would be just for power. I understand how to wire it up theoretically (don't need to hook up the data wires, just the power and ground). I'm just looking for a mentor to make sure I do it right.
Has anyone ever done something like this using an adapter like the one I've mentioned? And what size fuse did you use for the install so you don't hurt the phone?
On a side note, I'm driving a 2006 VW Jetta, if that helps in any way.
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When I bought my car it had some hard wired cable like that, plugged an old phone in to be safe and it didn't charge properly. I scrapped the idea and just got a car deck with double usb and ran the usb to my arm console.

j.kelly said:
When I bought my car it had some hard wired cable like that, plugged an old phone in to be safe and it didn't charge properly. I scrapped the idea and just got a car deck with double usb and ran the usb to my arm console.
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I'm trying to not have cables running everywhere like I currently do. I've already got an aftermarket XM radio next to my radio which uses up a cigarette light adapter already.

mgs991099a said:
I'm trying to not have cables running everywhere like I currently do. I've already got an aftermarket XM radio next to my radio which uses up a cigarette light adapter already.
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What exactly do you need help with? - There are 4 wires in the usb cord. Use red for positive wire but DO NOT connect directly to 12v. USB is 5v so connecting to anything higher WILL fry your phone. You will need to get something that converts 12VDC to 5VDC. Red wire is 5v positive and black is your negative (ground). If you wanna do it cheap and easy, go buy a usb cigarette adapter, take it apart, then take the wires going to the metal connectors and connect them to your power and ground. then just plug in your usb cord and hide the whole thing in the dash.
Hope this helps.

djspreewell17 said:
What exactly do you need help with? - There are 4 wires in the usb cord. Use red for positive wire but DO NOT connect directly to 12v. USB is 5v so connecting to anything higher WILL fry your phone. You will need to get something that converts 12VDC to 5VDC. Red wire is 5v positive and black is your negative (ground). If you wanna do it cheap and easy, go buy a usb cigarette adapter, take it apart, then take the wires going to the metal connectors and connect them to your power and ground. then just plug in your usb cord and hide the whole thing in the dash.
Hope this helps.
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Yeah, I started looking into it and realized that 5V /= 12V. I'm currently looking at using an old cigarette lighter adapters internals and wiring them into one of those fuse adapters (it'll convert the 12V down to 5V), then take the wires and hook them into a USB cable. I've got to do some measurements and all, so I'll respond back with some pictures of when I start the project. Should cost less than $20 and about an hour of time.

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Alright, I have finally done the project (just have to hook it up). This website shows all of the details. I did use an add-a-fuse instead, but it is essentially the same idea. I will be adding it into my car later today.

[Q] Qi charging reciever - non-USB models working with Nexus 9?

Hello everyone. I've been considering a purchase of the Nexus 9 and was disappointed to to read that it lacks Qi wireless charging built-in. I've found Qi to be a very useful feature for many of my Nexus devices, from my old Nexus 4 and 7 to the modern N6, so it seems odd for it to be omitted for the N9. Thus,, if I end up buying a N9, I'll be interested in adding Qi charging capability.
Qi charging receivers seem to come in two forms: those that use the external micro-USB connector on your device and those that don't. Those using the microUSB connector have the obvious drawback of "taking up" said connector as well as possible issues with the detection of wireless charging , so I'd ideally like to use one of the models that doesn't use the micro-USB plug. These models (such as some of those made for the Samsung Galaxy S4 and S5) are completely internal and interface with the battery via other connection points, typically residing under the back cover of the device. An example can be seen here - http://www.fonesalesman.com/collections/qi-wireless-receivers/products/s5-slimpwrcard . I am guessing the viability/ease of install for such a receiver is dependent on the device model, so I was wondering if anyone had performed a similar modification on their Nexus 9?
Any ideas? Thanks!

So the Samsung phones were designed this way so they could sell you a separate case to add wireless charging. So it was designed to add it easily... I've seen something like this added to a non Samsung phone but it required some soldering and I'm sure lots of skill. I agree with you that qi charging seriously should have been in the tablet. At the very least some form of quick charging. My least favorite part of the tablet.

Wireless Charging receiver on OnePlus 6

Hello everyone! Sorry for the dumb question, but I was wondering if it is possible to add a wireless charging receiver inside a OnePlus 6. There are some receivers on Amazon for Galaxy S3, S4 and S5, and I thought that it would have been cool to have one, just to play with the hardware.
I'm not talking about the receivers which have the cable with the Type C USB port, but the receivers that connect directly to the battery. Something we can build ourselves.
Could it be possible? What do you think?

I'd nearly say hold on for the 6t and save yourself the hassle. ?

hallo dare said:
I'd nearly say hold on for the 6t and save yourself the hassle.
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Unluckly I have already bought the 6, and this is my first OP phone and i think it is just awesome.
Anyway I only wanted to do something cool and play with the hardware of my phone.

Yes, I use one. Works just fine. The only annoying part is having to unplug it when I need to connect to my PC. I wish they made one that plugs into the usb-c port but still allowed a USB-c to plug into the receiver. It would probably make the receiver plug too big.
Here is the one I use:
https://www.amazon.com/Version-Wire...dpPl=1&dpID=31cOl30XxZL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1

Manuto0808 said:
I'm not talking about the receivers which have the cable with the Type C USB port, but the receivers that connect directly to the battery. Something we can build ourselves.
Could it be possible? What do you think?
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If you're talking about some kind of hardware hack, I can't imagine that there's room inside the case given how thin this phone is. Years ago, I tried doing something like that with my HTC One XL, which had a flexible plastic case and more room inside. I still couldn't make it work.

Wireless charging is awesome but i only like it because my phone has a micro usb.... now that i have ordered a oneplus with usb c i dont think i will miss it because wireless charging is slower and heats up the phone more.

You have two options, buy external wireless charging receiver that plugs into USB or do a hardware hack and put wireless receiver inside the phone. It's certainly possible as back cover is glass, but it's not trivial.