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Hi all,
Anyone know of a charging dock for the S4 that can be used whilst the phone is inside a Spigen Neo Hybrid case??
Thought I'd ask as a lot of people here have the case so there's a high chance of someone using it with a dock too
I ordered the one off Samsung website for half off. Also have th neo hybrid will let you know how it works out when I get the dock
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jurey24 said:
I ordered the one off Samsung website for half off. Also have th neo hybrid will let you know how it works out when I get the dock
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Alright thanks... I'll keep an eye out for your reply
Have you got a link to it please?
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Alright thanks... I'll keep an eye out for your reply
Have you got a link to it please?
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Just go to Samsung'sWeb site if you register your s4 you get 50 percent off an accessory under 49.99. I paid 25 for the dock
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jurey24 said:
Just go to Samsung'sWeb site if you register your s4 you get 50 percent off an accessory under 49.99. I paid 25 for the dock
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Will check it out and maybe order one if yours fits with the spigen neo hybrid
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Hi mate, I am using Neo Hybrid Casing with my S4 and has a Samsung EDD-D200WE dock, it doesn't charge. The usb connector is too short to reach the phone.
azibux1 said:
Hi all,
Anyone know of a charging dock for the S4 that can be used whilst the phone is inside a Spigen Neo Hybrid case??
Thought I'd ask as a lot of people here have the case so there's a high chance of someone using it with a dock too
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I have pre ordered this for that same reason. Expensive but much easier. Lots cheaper if u pre order
http://www.vivealive.net/WiQiQi-Samsung-S4-Wireless-Charger-Set-WQS4.htm
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raz0r9199 said:
Hi mate, I am using Neo Hybrid Casing with my S4 and has a Samsung EDD-D200WE dock, it doesn't charge. The usb connector is too short to reach the phone.
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Thanks for the info
melvill said:
I have pre ordered this for that same reason. Expensive but much easier. Lots cheaper if u pre order
http://www.vivealive.net/WiQiQi-Samsung-S4-Wireless-Charger-Set-WQS4.htm
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I might check this out... Is quite expensive though... Might wait and look for a cheaper dock that works instead
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I ordered Samsung Galaxy Multimedia Desktop Charging Dock in hopes that it works with a Trident Aegis Case. Should be here Tues along with my Verizon S4.
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Galax...sktop+charging+dock+for+samsung+galaxy+phones
Heres some customer pics that show it being used with a case.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-media/product-gallery/B0089VO71U/ref=cm_ciu_pdp_images_dav
If mine works Ill post some pics.
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melvill said:
I have pre ordered this for that same reason. Expensive but much easier. Lots cheaper if u pre order
http://www.vivealive.net/WiQiQi-Samsung-S4-Wireless-Charger-Set-WQS4.htm
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I was going to order one last nite.
Its a shame they are backordered.
melvill said:
I have pre ordered this for that same reason. Expensive but much easier. Lots cheaper if u pre order
http://www.vivealive.net/WiQiQi-Samsung-S4-Wireless-Charger-Set-WQS4.htm
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I also ordered this as I note the Neo Hybrid case refuses to work with many micro usb cables. (Works with nexus 4 stock cable, nexus 7 stock cable, samsung cable obviously). Did not work on my portable charger (anker slim2).
I'm hoping it works through the wireless charger which I'm sure it will since my Nexus 4 works fine through a tpu and pc case
These wireless ones are nice and they look good too lol... If there is no sensibly priced dock then I might wait and get the charging pad when the price comes down a bit
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I'm hoping it works through the wireless charger which I'm sure it will since my Nexus 4 works fine through a tpu and pc case
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Yup that wont be a problem. My gf has a big pink cover on her Lumia 920 and it charges no problem
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SoM3_Idi0t said:
I ordered Samsung Galaxy Multimedia Desktop Charging Dock in hopes that it works with a Trident Aegis Case. Should be here Tues along with my Verizon S4.
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Galax...sktop+charging+dock+for+samsung+galaxy+phones
Heres some customer pics that show it being used with a case.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-media/product-gallery/B0089VO71U/ref=cm_ciu_pdp_images_dav
If mine works Ill post some pics.
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I have that same dock . Any luck finding a case that works?
Well. I think I could have made it work BUT the piece that usb connector is in isnt very strong. I went to put the phone in it and it broke and fell into the housing.
Knowing this now, If the front lip of 5he charger was removed it would fit.
Like I said tho, the flip up usb connector isnt strong at all. Its not like I forced it in.
Needless to say, its being sent out today.
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I also ordered this as I note the Neo Hybrid case refuses to work with many micro usb cables. (Works with nexus 4 stock cable, nexus 7 stock cable, samsung cable obviously). Did not work on my portable charger (anker slim2).
I'm hoping it works through the wireless charger which I'm sure it will since my Nexus 4 works fine through a tpu and pc case
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Sorry to bring this off topic but my question is regarding the S4 with the AnkerSlim 2 battery pack.
I'm thinking about getting the Anker Slim 2 as an external battery. Do you think I could mod the micro USB with an exacto knife to fit into the Neo Hybrid case (like the one I did to in the picture)?
Trying to decide between the Anker Slim2 as an external battery pack and extra batteries to swap out. I'm pretty content with the Neo Hybrid case so will be leaving that on.
kist32 said:
Desktop Charger Cradle Dock, http://dx-box.com/desktop-charger-cradle-dock-for-samsung-galaxy-s4-i9500-i9505.html
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Thanks... I've bought a wireless charging solution now instead though
nba1341 said:
I also ordered this as I note the Neo Hybrid case refuses to work with many micro usb cables. (Works with nexus 4 stock cable, nexus 7 stock cable, samsung cable obviously). Did not work on my portable charger (anker slim2).
I'm hoping it works through the wireless charger which I'm sure it will since my Nexus 4 works fine through a tpu and pc case
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Any updates to which, if any, docks work with the neo hybrid?
I just ordered the KiDiGi from amazon. I'll see how it performs with the Spiegen Neo.
base received. the phone in the hybrid neo case does fit, however the micro usb plug in the base is not long enough. the phone does not charge.
To reiterate, KiDiGi Cover mate cradle charging and sync does not work with Spiegen Neo Hybrid case.
Been looking for a place to put my phone other than the cup holder. Went to frys to check out some options but wanted to see what everyone else might be usong and loving. Tempted to order the samsung one using the 50% promo. For anyone who has the samsung one...does it attach securely to the dash?
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B008ALV0V4
Best product in market.. No doubt
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I would have to say the ibolt xprodock I was iffy about paying $40 but it's so worth it. It fits any case. I'm using it With cygnett workmate. It can fit a note 2 with otterbox and still have room for more. It has charger and automatically starts car dock mode when u download an app for it. This seller I bought from is amazing I had a problem and fixed it and credited me a few bucks back . I wouldn't buy another dock. You can even use it as a dash cam because it keeps camera exposed
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=310644874257
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hollisterryann said:
I would have to say the ibolt xprodock I was iffy about paying $40 but it's so worth it. It fits any case. I'm using it With cygnett workmate. It can fit a note 2 with otterbox and still have room for more. It has charger and automatically starts car dock mode when u download an app for it. This seller I bought from is amazing I had a problem and fixed it and credited me a few bucks back . I wouldn't buy another dock. You can even use it as a dash cam because it keeps camera exposed
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I agree with all of this. There's a iBolt thread in this forum where a bunch of other GS4 users have made posts. It's an excellent product, and their customer support is great.
Amazon link where I bought from:
http://www.amazon.com/iBOLT-xProDock-Active-Samsung-charging/dp/B00C0ZKI9Q
Is samsung not making an official car mount for the s4? I was upset when I saw that there wasnt one
Nacho~ said:
Is samsung not making an official car mount for the s4? I was upset when I saw that there wasnt one
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Samsung does have one and it is available at Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Galax...TF8&qid=1369347219&sr=8-1&keywords=ECS-K200BE
However you have to pay the Samsung price if you know what I mean
Another vote for the iBolt dock. Secure, functions well, doesn't obscure the camera, lets the S4 in a Trident Kraken/Otterbox Defender fit, etc... pricey but worth it IMHO.
I was looking at that one too. Is there any chance someone has the neo hybrid case and could check to see if the usb can even be connected on the dock?
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I can confirm that case does not fit charger...only problem I did have you can just change usb on the dock itself tho
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I was looking at that one too. Is there any chance someone has the neo hybrid case and could check to see if the usb can even be connected on the dock?
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It does not fit, but you can shave down soft plastic of the iBolt connector pretty easily with a x-acto/hobby knife. Or any sharp knife really. Took me 1-2 minutes to do. See my post with pictures here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=41503354&postcount=35
There's also a bunch of other useful info about the iBolt dock in that thread.
I'm a big fan of these
http://www.amazon.com/cell-phones-accessories/dp/B002K9IPOC
It mounts securely and it solid and it's easy to clip and unclip the phone one handed. Adjustment is also one handed via push buttons and you can rotate it to and from landscape without changing your adjustments. My S4 will be my third phone to occupy the mount.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2288351
I've tried all the better model of car docks and the Craigsdocks dock is by far the best, IMO.
http://www.craigsdocks.com/samsung-galaxy-s3-s4-note-ii-car-dock/
Charges, secure holding. Can put the phone in and remove it, all with one hand. No putting it in the dock and then plugging in the USB cable. Nope, this one is all done in one easy motion with just one hand.
A bit more $$, but it will work with any Samsung Galaxy phone. S2, S3, S4, Note II. So it's pretty much future proof as long as Samsung keeps putting the USB port on the bottom of the phone.
It also works with extended batteries and large cases. And billet aluminum. I just can't really say enough good things about this dock.
CZ Eddie said:
I've tried all the better model of car docks and the Craigsdocks dock is by far the best, IMO.
http://www.craigsdocks.com/samsung-galaxy-s3-s4-note-ii-car-dock/
Charges, secure holding. Can put the phone in and remove it, all with one hand. No putting it in the dock and then plugging in the USB cable. Nope, this one is all done in one easy motion with just one hand.
A bit more $$, but it will work with any Samsung Galaxy phone. S2, S3, S4, Note II. So it's pretty much future proof as long as Samsung keeps putting the USB port on the bottom of the phone.
It also works with extended batteries and large cases. And billet aluminum. I just can't really say enough good things about this dock.
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WOW....... umm, I'm very impressed! Going to contact them and see if they'll send me a demo unit to review! GREAT find, thanks for posting
The car and desktop docks from Craig look great. A bit pricey. I wonder if the car dock can be attached to my proclips base.
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swieder711 said:
The car and desktop docks from Craig look great. A bit pricey. I wonder if the car dock can be attached to my proclips base.
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That's exactly what I was going to do, right flat on the base with industrial strength Velcro tape - don't use screws, just Velcro that thing right to it and it should work just fine that way, the CraigsDock has a very flat base on the back of it and would work great with the flat face of the ProClip vehicle mount! Just make sure to get all the screws set first, obviously, or else you'll have to peal back the one side of Velcro just to get to it. Use Velcro tape and not double-sided tape because then you can't work with it quickly or switch out components when you get a new phone as easily! PROTIP :good:
Has anyone here tried out a magnetic mount?
I really like the iOttie One Touch XL that I just got. It has a very strong suction cup and an easy one click lock/release mechanism.
I got it on a sale from Meritline.
I'd also tried another iOttie that's more compact. While the S4 fits it, it's near the end of the range so it's more of a two handed operation to put the phone in the holder. I much prefer the Easy One Touch linked above.
I've had an iottie. Works ok but with my galaxy s4 my phones has fell out a couple times. Worth the extra money for ibolt
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I have the samsung universal car mount. It worked well with my S3 and now with my S4.
My stock cable is a little bent. What's the best cable for charging? Preferably avaiable on Amazon please.
Thanks!
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Hi,
i use this one for replacement of my original samsung one. http://amzn.com/B00C28L5UW
I couldn't detect any differences in loading speed between this and original samsung one.
But the phone side plug is very big. So be careful before buying and measure if its fit if you use any case. I use the Urban Armor Gear Case and it fits perfectly.
Also flashing works without problem with this cable.
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Hi,
i use this one for replacement of my original samsung one. http://amzn.com/B00C28L5UW
I couldn't detect any differences in loading speed between this and original samsung one.
But the phone side plug is very big. So be careful before buying and measure if its fit if you use any case. I use the Urban Armor Gear Case and it fits perfectly.
Also flashing works without problem with this cable.
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Thanks, I also use the Uag case, prolly the best case ever.
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I took you 2 photos from the cable with the UAG case. It fits nearly perfect.
j0ch3 said:
Hi,
i use this one for replacement of my original samsung one. http://amzn.com/B00C28L5UW
I couldn't detect any differences in loading speed between this and original samsung one.
But the phone side plug is very big. So be careful before buying and measure if its fit if you use any case. I use the Urban Armor Gear Case and it fits perfectly.
Also flashing works without problem with this cable.
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Thanks for the link, I need a new cable
I just got 2 new cables AND chargers from ebay for $18.99 delivered. They are OEM and appear to be from Verizon because the stickers on the USB cable mention Backup Assistant. The are both brand new & packeged in bags. They have 1 cable & charger for $8.99.
I have tons of black USB cables and was looking for colored ones to make it easy to grab in the car (black interior). Found these iFrogz in different colors and slim profile. Good reviews on Amazon, sold at Staples, but can be found for only a few bucks on eBay.
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Hello,
I have been a great fan of palm and palm pre series in the past.
As a result, I have about 5 touchstone chargers everywhere and used in modded Galaxy Note 2 and Galaxy S 3 in the past.
I'm thinking if modding Nexus 5 to have Touchstone compatibility would be possible as well like they have done in Nexus 4.
(webosnation[dont]com/nexus-4-gains-touchstone-charging-thanks-clever-hacking)
From the pictures in ifixit.com, there are total 4 connection coming out from the back cover.
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I just don't know which of the two is the charging sides and which of the two would be + and -.
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Any ideas guys?
I'm not a very techy person and I don't have the necessary tools to determine what is what.
Any advices would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
I don't get it. Nexus 5 already has Qi charging capability which is wireless like the touchstone...
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atticusmas said:
I don't get it. Nexus 5 already has Qi charging capability which is wireless like the touchstone...
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Yes, Nexus 5 does have Qi compatibility, but it doesn't work with touchstone technology as they have different specification. (I've tried but it doesn't charge).
Also, Qi chargers are far more expensive then touchstone for some reason...
As I have already established wireless ecosystem with touchstone, I would like to keep using the touchstone rather than qi charger.
You can buy a qi charger on amazon for like $20. That's a lot easier than popping open the back and risking damage.
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joshnichols189 said:
You can buy a qi charger on amazon for like $20. That's a lot easier than popping open the back and risking damage.
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I do know that you can buy a qi charger on amazon for like $20 but touchstone chargers are about $10 on amazon now and I already have 5 of them around my work, home, car and my gf's place.
But, most of qi charger is flat, which I personally do not like.
The angle of the phone in a touchstone is quite useful for many reasons and I just prefer it to the flat surface of most qi standard charger.
I've already modded about 6 phones to use touchstone charger, so I know the risk and I assume those risk.
I just need help with which connection is for charging as there are four connections connected to the back cover of the Nexus 5 and I can't clearly pinpoint which two of the four is for charging and which one is plus and minus.
[s22[dot]postimg[dot]org/sfx2fm7n5/1384903574_B0jk_KHu_D_eaf3323[dot]jpg]
So, thank you for the Qi charger recommendations and I am aware of Qi technology, but I'm just curious about the +,- connection of the board.
thanks.
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I do know that you can buy a qi charger on amazon for like $20 but touchstone chargers are about $10 on amazon now and I already have 5 of them around my work, home, car and my gf's place.
But, most of qi charger is flat, which I personally do not like.
The angle of the phone in a touchstone is quite useful for many reasons and I just prefer it to the flat surface of most qi standard charger.
I've already modded about 6 phones to use touchstone charger, so I know the risk and I assume those risk.
I just need help with which connection is for charging as there are four connections connected to the back cover of the Nexus 5 and I can't clearly pinpoint which two of the four is for charging and which one is plus and minus.
[s22[dot]postimg[dot]org/sfx2fm7n5/1384903574_B0jk_KHu_D_eaf3323[dot]jpg]
So, thank you for the Qi charger recommendations and I am aware of Qi technology, but I'm just curious about the +,- connection of the board.
thanks.
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Why not get one of these? http://m.ebay.com/sch/i.html?kw=qi+orb+charger&itemId=&cnm=&cid=&sqp=&_trksid=
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Me too...
zoni5u said:
I do know that you can buy a qi charger on amazon for like $20 but touchstone chargers are about $10 on amazon now and I already have 5 of them around my work, home, car and my gf's place.
But, most of qi charger is flat, which I personally do not like.
The angle of the phone in a touchstone is quite useful for many reasons and I just prefer it to the flat surface of most qi standard charger.
I've already modded about 6 phones to use touchstone charger, so I know the risk and I assume those risk.
I just need help with which connection is for charging as there are four connections connected to the back cover of the Nexus 5 and I can't clearly pinpoint which two of the four is for charging and which one is plus and minus.
[s22[dot]postimg[dot]org/sfx2fm7n5/1384903574_B0jk_KHu_D_eaf3323[dot]jpg]
So, thank you for the Qi charger recommendations and I am aware of Qi technology, but I'm just curious about the +,- connection of the board.
thanks.
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I'm considering the same thing, as I also have a bunch of touchstones that I used with a galaxy nexus that I modded to use the tech. Would like to do the same with the N5.
If you've modded six different phones for touchstone then you're probably the most qualified to figure out how to mod the N5 as well, you should do the mod and then write a guide on it .
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If you've modded six different phones for touchstone then you're probably the most qualified to figure out how to mod the N5 as well, you should do the mod and then write a guide on it .
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I could do a mod previously as other people who understands the circuit board determined where to connect and such as I don't have the necessary tools to find out about it or the knowledge to fully understand the board.
I intent on doing a guide if I am successful.
Todini said:
I'm considering the same thing, as I also have a bunch of touchstones that I used with a galaxy nexus that I modded to use the tech. Would like to do the same with the N5.
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Thank you!
You finally understands what I'm going through.
I find touchstone far superior to qi standard to be honest and have never been able to dismiss it.
zoni5u said:
Thank you!
You finally understands what I'm going through.
I find touchstone far superior to qi standard to be honest and have never been able to dismiss it.
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For those of us unfamiliar with the tech, care to explain why you like it better?
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If you've modded six different phones for touchstone then you're probably the most qualified to figure out how to mod the N5 as well, you should do the mod and then write a guide on it .
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That would be GREAT!!:good:
just discovered today that the N5 has magnetic points. thus the touchstone charger holds it perfectly at an angle.
now all i want to do is either stuff a Qi charger into the touchstone dock, or what the OP wants and stuff the Touchstone coil into the phone.
I FULLY understand that this is an old thread but I was just thinking this today. The TouchStone holds the Nexus 5 perfectly. And I mean PERFECTLY. See my attached photos. The magnets seem to line up just right and the angle of the phone is great for doing stuff on phone without picking it up. If I had the know how, I would attempt to put a QI coil into a TouchStone. But I dont. If someone ever figured it out and posted directions (which I kind of doubt), I'd attempt it. I owned a Palm Pre with the TouchStone and loved it. I have two TouchStones in a box of random stuff, doing nothing. It would be awesome to be able to use them again. I know there is the Nexus 4 charger. But I heard that doesnt stick very well. I am tempted to try one out though.
P.S. This is mainly a conversational post and not really a high hopes post.
I was just about to buy one Touchstone for my N5, then I ran into this...
Forgive me for never using a wireless charger before, my initial thought on why Touchstone would not work with N5 was that somehow it has a very limited output amp for the phone to be charged, and in that sense, I was suspecting whether its coil is too small or the wire being too thin.
I don't think those cheap ebay Qi charger has anything different but a bigger coil. And obviously there are folks modding those flat-bed Qi chargers into magnets-equipped. So... if the coil was the issue, then you are essentially using touchstone's shell and just replacing a coil in there...
BUT, all those was based on my assumption of "coil matters". so ... anyways, not worth the hassle for me, I'm out. and In for a cheap pad.
Good luck!
I too would like to be informed of when if ever this happens. :good:
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I don't get it. Nexus 5 already has Qi charging capability which is wireless like the touchstone...
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Any one who has ever used a Touchstone understands! It's incredible!
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I'm looking to spend no more than $15 for a Qi charger, can you recommend one of the cheap Chinese ones from eBay or AliExpress that work well with the Nexus 4?
From Amazon, look up LuguLake Qi-Enabled Wireless Standard Charger. I can't post URLs yet, or else i would post it. It's $18.99USD.
I bought this about 2-3 weeks ago. I use it daily at work. It takes ~1hr longer to charge than just connecting to wall directly, but that's no problem for me personally. It is a bit elevated from the bottom and has a small fan, which does take away a lot of the heat it generates. I recommend leaving the protective cover on the pad itself, it is pretty slick so the phone can slide off if its a bit angled.
dehsA said:
I'm looking to spend no more than $15 for a Qi charger, can you recommend one of the cheap Chinese ones from eBay or AliExpress that work well with the Nexus 4?
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I ordered mine from DX. It is now currently 17.99 (23% OFF). Works well, and I have implimented this into my desk. (cut size out, put really thin layer of wood over top, glued back in. It looks like part of my desk now, just put a small outline of where it is with some weak magnets to hold it in place)
kirblar said:
From Amazon, look up LuguLake Qi-Enabled Wireless Standard Charger. I can't post URLs yet, or else i would post it. It's $18.99USD.
I bought this about 2-3 weeks ago. I use it daily at work. It takes ~1hr longer to charge than just connecting to wall directly, but that's no problem for me personally. It is a bit elevated from the bottom and has a small fan, which does take away a lot of the heat it generates. I recommend leaving the protective cover on the pad itself, it is pretty slick so the phone can slide off if its a bit angled.
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I have the same charger as you. Strangely, I have issues with it charging. It charges my phone 2%, then stops. The strange thing is the indicator is green, and the device says that is is charging, but the actual battery number does not increase.
If you have daydream enabled this will happen.
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kirblar said:
If you have daydream enabled this will happen.
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So daydream has to be off to charge on a QI charger?
My daydream was not active, but the setting was actually ticked in settings. Should I turn it off?