Hi, I've bought my nexus a week ago and I'm using brother's s5 charger for 4 days now. thing is it charges soo fast in 45min max. but it sometimes the touch acts all awkward and using while charging makes it hot.
Should I stick with 2.0A or Nexus 5 standard.
Xami said:
Hi, I've bought my nexus a week ago and I'm using brother's s5 charger for 4 days now. thing is it charges soo fast in 45min max. but it sometimes the touch acts all awkward and using while charging makes it hot.
Should I stick with 2.0A or Nexus 5 standard.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Charge with the most amps you can..the phone draws what it needs and is self-regulating. The screen and touch flakiness when plugged in is a widespread issue related to grounding.
Sent from my amazing LGG3!
wideasleep1 said:
Charge with the most amps you can..the phone draws what it needs and is self-regulating. The screen and touch flakiness when plugged in is a widespread issue related to grounding.
Sent from my amazing LGG3!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
but if we agree to "he phone draws what it needs and is self-regulating" then why it charges fast with 2.0A charger ?
Xami said:
but if we agree to "he phone draws what it needs and is self-regulating" then why it charges fast with 2.0A charger ?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Because it can draw current at a more optimal rate versus a lower output adapter.
Sent from my amazing LGG3!
wideasleep1 said:
Because it can draw current at a more optimal rate versus a lower output adapter.
Sent from my amazing LGG3!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hmm. bottom line: Nothing to worry about right ?
I was wondering if charging with a higher ampere weres the battery wors of is this not the case?
Sent from my Nexus 5 using XDA Free mobile app
Xami said:
Hmm. bottom line: Nothing to worry about right ?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Nothing
1asbak1 said:
I was wondering if charging with a higher ampere weres the battery wors of is this not the case?
Sent from my Nexus 5 using XDA Free mobile app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
The battery takes what is safe to take.
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk < Yes, I want you to know that I'm using a mobile client
I have wondered this also and got a widget that will show me how many amps the phone is taking. If i plug into a .7 my phone will draw 400-600 milamps. If i plug it into my 2.0 amp power bank itll draw 1.3 ish amps i think id have to check.
While it takes what it can safely take to charge, the charger itself may not be able to handle the heat if its a cheap knock off. So I would watch it the first time or two you try a charger with a higher rate than the included the charger. I had one literally melt onto my surge protector. Yes, it was a cheap chinese knockoff and it was charging via Qi instead of USB, but seriously, watch for the first time or two that it doesn't cause overheating and melting or even a fire. Just IMHO.
stock n5 charger is 2.1 amps
simms22 said:
stock n5 charger is 2.1 amps
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
My stock n5 charger is 1.2A could be because it's Swedish LG..
andreasha said:
My stock n5 charger is 1.2A could be because it's Swedish LG..
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
maybe? mines 2.1 amps. i dont use it anyways, i bought a 5 amp charger with 2 usb slots, and it charges better
simms22 said:
stock n5 charger is 2.1 amps
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Really? The one they gave me back then was 1.2A. Got it from Play Store as well.
I know the aftermarket one from Play Store paying extra is 2.0A+
zephiK said:
Really? The one they gave me back then was 1.2A. Got it from Play Store as well.
I know the aftermarket one from Play Store paying extra is 2.0A+
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
thats odd, from the play store. i bought mine at tmobile though. anyways, the optimal, and recommended, charger for the n5 is 2.1 amps.
---------- Post added at 03:09 PM ---------- Previous post was at 03:00 PM ----------
yea, the play store charger comes with 1.2 amps. i just checked out its specs online. no wonder so many people say their n5 charges much faster with higher amps. also, oddly, google released another higher amp/voltage charger for the nexus 5, but this one you have to buy http://www.androidheadlines.com/201...amp-charger-faster-nexus-device-charging.html
https://play.google.com/store/devices/details/Nexus_Charging_Accessory?id=nexus_charging_accessory
simms22 said:
thats odd, from the play store. i bought mine at tmobile though. anyways, the optimal, and recommended, charger for the n5 is 2.1 amps.
---------- Post added at 03:09 PM ---------- Previous post was at 03:00 PM ----------
yea, the play store charger comes with 1.2 amps. i just checked out its specs online. no wonder so many people say their n5 charges much faster with higher amps. also, oddly, google released another higher amp/voltage charger for the nexus 5, but this one you have to buy http://www.androidheadlines.com/201...amp-charger-faster-nexus-device-charging.html
https://play.google.com/store/devices/details/Nexus_Charging_Accessory?id=nexus_charging_accessory
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Wow I wonder if all of the N5 at T Mobile store gives the higher amp... and yeah that is silly and they ship a cheap and low amp charger to make people buy one. The blackberry folding charger thread on the accessories forum works great though, $5 for 2.
http://forums.androidcentral.com/at...le-nexus-5-uploadfromtaptalk1387630490145.jpg thats the charger that came with my play store one when I bought it last year.
cdog1213 said:
I have wondered this also and got a widget that will show me how many amps the phone is taking. If i plug into a .7 my phone will draw 400-600 milamps. If i plug it into my 2.0 amp power bank itll draw 1.3 ish amps i think id have to check.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
what widget is that?
simms22 said:
stock n5 charger is 2.1 amps
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
It's actually 1.8 amps and the wireless charger has a 1.2 amp plug. Maybe vice versa.
Tapatalk-kal küldve az én Nexus 5-el
ast00 said:
It's actually 1.8 amps and the wireless charger has a 1.2 amp plug. Maybe vice versa.
Tapatalk-kal küldve az én Nexus 5-el
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Stock charger 1.2 here.
Wireless gives 0.7-0.8. Plug not really relevant
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk < Yes, I want you to know that I'm using a mobile client
rootSU said:
Stock charger 1.2 here.
Wireless gives 0.7-0.8. Plug not really relevant
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk < Yes, I want you to know that I'm using a mobile client
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
It might as well be different for some countries.
To be honest, I mixed my plugs, so I only know that one is 1.8, the other is 1.2. I don't know which one is for the phone and which one is for the wireless charging.
But the wireless charging is painfully slow with USB. The problem is that I have many things around, so I need a hub. That's 2 meters of cable. Then I plug it into the hub and put the wireless charger to the other side of the table, that's another 1.5 meters. And it's a hub, so it has to give power to other things as well.
According to Android L, from 25%, it takes 7 hours to charge. I might as well use the normal charger...
Stock charger is definitely 1.2.
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Related
Couldn't find this in a forum search
http://www.fasttech.com/products/1154/10001946/1215400
Says Qi and works with N4, but can't find it in the Qi site and there's no Qi symbol on it, so probably not approved (but neither are all the N4's currently out there [pre-rev 12])
$40 shipped and could be the basis of an in-car solution...
Anyone tried it?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2074862
Same item it looks like just different description and what not - from the same vendor.
parker09 said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2074862
Same item it looks like just different description and what not - from the same vendor.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yup, I (re)found the USB version.
Fasttech USB Qi Charger
Ordered mine today, says 10-14 days shipping directly from fasttech. When I get it ill throw up some pics and a review on how it works.
WibblyW said:
Couldn't find this in a forum search
http://www.fasttech.com/products/1154/10001946/1215400
Says Qi and works with N4, but can't find it in the Qi site and there's no Qi symbol on it, so probably not approved (but neither are all the N4's currently out there [pre-rev 12])
$40 shipped and could be the basis of an in-car solution...
Anyone tried it?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
On an unrelated note, I've never heard of this website before, it looks very promising! I have a feeling I will be throwing my money at my screen soon.
Looking forward to a review!
wow. this looks very clean OP.
anticipating some pictures and review.
More detail and N4 references here
http://mcpower2012.en.ecplaza.net/2013-5v-usb-qi-wireless--356088-2839504.html
Found another thread for something very similar: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2074862
Efficient output is just 500-700mA? Too small to charge N4?
I thought the standard one is around 1A or over.
Thanks.
500-700 mA is perfectly ok for charging. When you charge from a computer via USB, the max current is 500 mA unless you use kernel tweaks.
Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk 2
ma678 said:
Efficient output is just 500-700mA? Too small to charge N4?
I thought the standard one is around 1A or over.
Thanks.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
It's got to depend on the output (mA) the USB power adaptor has to offer too. They even show it connected to a laptop USB port. So I think it WILL charge, but maybe significantly slower than a direct power connection.
By using a lower output USB power supply, sounds like you might be able to trade charge speed with temperature rise. If so it may be ideal as a charger to keep your phone topped up. Kind of like a low power trickle charger, which would be fine if my phone is on it most of the day... I actually don't like the idea of Qi chargers that make the phone get hot - seems to be trading convenience and wear on the phone's USB connector with reduced battery service life as it keeps going through nasty heat cycles?
Decided to risk it and order one
Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk 2
jkoljo said:
500-700 mA is perfectly ok for charging. When you charge from a computer via USB, the max current is 500 mA unless you use kernel tweaks.
Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
not sure about that, it might charge If your not doing anything, but say if using gps it might not supply enough juice to charge fast enough
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk 2
BrianDigital said:
not sure about that, it might charge If your not doing anything, but say if using gps it might not supply enough juice to charge fast enough
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I agree, Used in a car with GPS on, maybe pulling 3G data for maps, bright screen, etc., it's likely that despite this charger, the phone will slowly go flat. And get hot doing so... All that energy from the battery/charger has to go somewhere - mainly heat once the battery is charged. If the phone's consuming, say 750mA at around 4.1v battery voltage, that's around 3W of heat to dissipate.
I am investing time looking for a Qi charger but that problem appears to be present on several cheap alternatives, the current they supply is not enough, or you might expend a couple of extra hours charging your phone
Just a quick update, ordered from fast tech on Jan 29th and received shipping notification today (Jan. 31st), registered airmail with tracking from Hong Kong post.
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda app-developers app
I do have this wireless charger. Ordered from aliexpress, it's always the same with different branding and logos.
It does the job, charging.
But:
Need to be very precise when positioning it
Back glass make the phone sliding, and cancel all the effort offered in the above point, making the phone not charging
I recommend to wait for a charger with more than only one wireless charging chip/antenna.
Ok I have this charger now. On first charge and working ok so far... Seems to be best in this position. Has now cut off an an indicated 99%...
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Lining up the edge of the charger with where the bottom of the LCD is, seems reliable. Using an XtremeGuard style protector on the back, which gives enough friction to stop sliding if the charger is horizontal and the phone vibrates.
Above is FastTech image. I'm using stock N7 charger and cable at the moment because it was handy. Unit came with a USB charger and cable (with EU plug - I'm UK based)
----
Picked up phone and used it to 98%. Returned to charger and it charged back to 99%, but didn't beep this time when charging started. Maybe it needs to be more discharged before this happens....
----
Now at 100%. Charger seems to poll the Nexus about every 30 secs (solid blue light for a few secs) to see if it needs charging. Then light goes off. When it charges, the blue light flashes slowly but continuously.
Did anybody try the Large models?
For some reason they are cheaper even though they come in black or white and have the Qi logo/writing on it.
facetubespam said:
Did anybody try the Large models?
For some reason they are cheaper even though they come in black or white and have the Qi logo/writing on it.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
They are reported to work. I wanted the flexibility of being able to use alternate sources of power (car, pc, wall adaptor). have yet to try limited power available from a PC's USB port...
I picked this charger up and it works great with my N4.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00ANA8TA0/ref=wms_ohs_product
Its a tiny bit picky with a case on, and if you put the phone down on the white LEG panel at the top, but otherwise brilliant.
I'll try and run the phone down low, and get a screen shot showing charging time. I don't think its that much slower than the wire (and I leave my screen on when charging)
Thanks. I bought one and it even works with the official bumper and stick on plastic cover on the back. However, the flashing blue light is annoying. I might have to open it up and disconnect it.
bbilko said:
I picked this charger up and it works great with my N4.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Same as this one I think:
http://www.fasttech.com/products/1154/10001946/1197503
They ship to the UK for free, so about £22 delivered.
Sent from my MOMO12 using xda app-developers app
footboydog said:
... However, the flashing blue light is annoying. I might have to open it up and disconnect it.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Just had to say I feel your pain... I don't understand why the manufacturer decided to fit an LED that lights up the entire room to show the thing is charging
I'm using it as a stop gap until the Orb is released here, I use to have a Galaxy Nexus with the desk top dock, really miss not being able to tell the time from a glance during the night.
andynx1 said:
Same as this one I think:
http://www.fasttech.com/products/1154/10001946/1197503
They ship to the UK for free, so about £22 delivered.
Sent from my MOMO12 using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
This is exactly what I have:
http://www.fasttech.com/products/1154/10001946/1197504
The USB one is tempting, will be much slower I imagine.
bbilko said:
This is exactly what I have:
http://www.fasttech.com/products/1154/10001946/1197504
The USB one is tempting, will be much slower I imagine.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I am not expert in electrical matters, but would it be possible to use the USB version in conjunction with the Nexus 4 USB power adapter?
esskayy said:
I am not expert in electrical matters, but would it be possible to use the USB version in conjunction with the Nexus 4 USB power adapter?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
http://www.fasttech.com/products/1154/10001946/1215400
5V is 5V, but the USB Qi charger asks for 2A in and that's more than the N4 charger gives (I think)
Its also more than a USB 2 port can give, they are limited to 500mA normally.
USB3 can give that kind of output.
Less Amps = slower charge
bbilko said:
http://www.fasttech.com/products/1154/10001946/1215400
5V is 5V, but the USB Qi charger asks for 2A in and that's more than the N4 charger gives (I think)
Its also more than a USB 2 port can give, they are limited to 500mA normally.
USB3 can give that kind of output.
Less Amps = slower charge
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hmmm...fortunately I have a USB 3 port, would that mean I'll get a similar charge time as using the mains version?
Damn, sadly my memory failed me and it seems USB3 can only give 900mA.
Sorry to get hopes up, but I think you'd get a faster charge from a wall socket.
Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk 2
OK I opened the sucker up and had a look. There are 4 screws under the rubber pads on the bottom and another four under the white sticker:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
There's a semi-circle of tiny LEDs at the top marked D1-D12. I tried desoldering D9 and D10 but in the end I just ripped them out with tweezers because my soldering skills are seriously lacking. After putting it all back together surprisingly it still worked and it doesn't light up anymore! The LEDs must have been connected in series to each other but in parallel to the rest of the charger.
Disclaimer: I am not responsible if you open up your qi wireless charger and electrocute your cat or something. Follow these instructions at your own risk.
EDIT: Nope it still lights up, just less so. Why won't it die!?
I have the latest tasker beta setup to vibrate when wireless charging goes on and off, makes it easy to tell when its working when you can't see the leds
Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk 2
bbilko said:
This is exactly what I have:
http://www.fasttech.com/products/1154/10001946/1197504
The USB one is tempting, will be much slower I imagine.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
If the specs are right it looks like the USB one puts out ~3.5W vs the more normal 5W, so is a bit slower.
Its not really clear why it is lower power (even if the losses are higher a 1.5 or 2A 5v charger would be powerful enough). Maybe the limit is whatever step up conversion they use to increase the 5v for transmission.
Google's help site says the nexus 4 charger is 1.2A (I thought it was 1.5), but this should still work fine with this Qi charger. If it turns out it can put out more like 5W then you would be slightly better off with a 2A charger.
I am quite tempted by this USB one anyway because it is a bit more flexible - you can use other sources such as batteries or even a pc. Most of the other ones (besides the nokia) use 19v so you cant use much besides the included mains adapter.
Anyway, thanks for the links in this thread - I had been considering buying the same one as you but from mobilefun for more money.
Anyone tested this with a bumper? Also, has the phone to be centered to work with it?
RyDeRgr said:
Anyone tested this with a bumper? Also, has the phone to be centered to work with it?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
It's a little fussy about positioning and it might take a few seconds before it "notices" the phone but yes it works with the bumper
This charger does NOT work with the Rearth Ringke Fusion case.
Just like everyone else I've been searching for a good aftermarket charger for my phone. I purchased the Choetech rapid adapter along with the cable (sold separately) and it works beautifully.. The Nexus 6p shows rapid charging on the home screen and Ampere showed the same.
How does that compare to the OEM charger that came with the Nexus 6p? The OEM charger charged at 2920ma, while the Choetech adapter and cable charged at 2840ma. So as you can see it's right on par with the OEM charger.
Build Quality:
The build quality is exactly what you expect to received from Choetech. The body of the charger is similar to the OEM charger with smooth sides and flat top and bottom. There's branding on the the front as you see in the pictures, with specifications information next to the electrical prongs. As for the cable there's more Choetech branding on each end, but it's not intrusive and blends in with the cable. The cable material is thick which is a very good thing, as it should be able to provide adequate power and durability. I'm very happy with this cable and plan to buy another soon. Here's my setup and I did a quick video review as well. Be warned I've read reviews showing that some users received a 2.4v model only... If you watch my videos you will clearly see my charger says 3A/5V and it charges at that speed.
<MODERATOR EDITED - SPAM REFERRAL LINKS DELETED>
The quality on this cable is durable. It does pull 3A, as described, without any issues. charged my phone from 17% to 100% in
1 hour 20 min. It charges just as fast as google's provided cable.
and for the USB type-A to type C cable is also reliable. Checkr app tested and confirmed it is safe for the 2.4A (slower)rapid
charging if the power adapter can support upto 2.4A.
I will recommend this to anyone who wants a spare cable for USB-C just like me. leave one at home, and take this with me
anywhere I go to charge the device.
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Is it just me or does that cable appear to struggle to charge as well as OEM? Your comparison graph shows the goggle cable working consistently better and the choetech cable never reaching the current the oem cable does.
Sent from my Nexus 6P using Tapatalk
conceyted said:
Is it just me or does that cable appear to struggle to charge as well as OEM? Your comparison graph shows the goggle cable working consistently better and the choetech cable never reaching the current the oem cable does.
Sent from my Nexus 6P using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Well, if you see the graph more closely my phone had less battery percentage for the Google's cable. I believe hungrier the battery, faster it takes. You will never see full capacity current draw at higher battery percentage.
I just bought this USB-C charger with CC cable.
It's on it's way...can't wait to test it.
You also need to make sure you order the updated version. The first version didn't comply with type c standards.
Might just go with the one on the Google website now, since it's only a few dollars more and it'll probably ship faster. Amazon says it'll arrive after Christmas now.
2swizzle said:
You also need to make sure you order the updated version. The first version didn't comply with type c standards.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
What are you talking about? There's only one version. I was the first one on this forum to get it (as far as I know) and it works just like the Google charger.
Sent from my LG-v410 using Tapatalk
sharpehenry said:
The quality on this cable is durable. It does pull 3A, as described, without any issues. charged my phone from 17% to 100% in
1 hour 20 min. It charges just as fast as google's provided cable.
and for the USB type-A to type C cable is also reliable. Checkr app tested and confirmed it is safe for the 2.4A (slower)rapid
charging if the power adapter can support upto 2.4A.
I will recommend this to anyone who wants a spare cable for USB-C just like me. leave one at home, and take this with me
anywhere I go to charge the device.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
So you're saying the cable for sure goes up to 2.4A? Your pictures aren't showing up - just wanted to make sure.
I asked about USB-A to C before and someone was very adamant in saying, "The USB standard for an in spec Type A to C cable will charge at 1.5A. "
What does Benson Leung say about this product?
Sent from my Nexus 6P using Tapatalk
trama09 said:
So you're saying the cable for sure goes up to 2.4A? You're pictures aren't showing up - just wanted to make sure.
I asked about USB-A to C before and someone was very adamant in saying, "The USB standard for an in spec Type A to C cable will charge at 1.5A. "
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I don't have quick charger 2.0 brick or equivalent. The most I got is a Samsung brick that goes 2A at the most and I did get near that. When I get a hand on better adapter, I will test it out.
For 3A fast charging speeds, USB C Charger with CC cable is the only way
Well, I'm pretty sure that simply put, A to C reaches only 2.4A at maximum, no matter what wall charger you use. If you want full 3A fast charging speeds, C to C is the only way.
I purchased and tried their USB C wall charger with C to C cable. I wasn't disappointed. They are well built and work fine ... at almost the same fast speed as the OEM Charger.
Subiegsr said:
Might just go with the one on the Google website now, since it's only a few dollars more and it'll probably ship faster. Amazon says it'll arrive after Christmas now.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I'm not a fan of the Google charger because it's hard wired. Wires tends to go bad before the block so its a cheaper fix than buying a whole new charger.
plokm said:
I'm not a fan of the Google charger because it's hard wired. Wires tends to go bad before the block so its a cheaper fix than buying a whole new charger.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Ah didn't think about that. Good call!
plokm said:
I'm not a fan of the Google charger because it's hard wired. Wires tends to go bad before the block so its a cheaper fix than buying a whole new charger.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Odd.. do you mean the model you've got has the cable connected to the charger (i.e not removable)? The international edition (H1512) I got in Hong Kong while travelling is detachable and is type C on either end. I didnt' realize there were variations with the included accessories.
plokm said:
I'm not a fan of the Google charger because it's hard wired. Wires tends to go bad before the block so its a cheaper fix than buying a whole new charger.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Agreed, wires do likely wear faster. But should you expect either to go bad in less than a couple of years if handled reasonably?
st8chic said:
Well, I'm pretty sure that simply put, A to C reaches only 2.4A at maximum, no matter what wall charger you use. If you want full 3A fast charging speeds, C to C is the only way.
I purchased and tried their USB C wall charger with C to C cable. I wasn't disappointed. They are well built and work fine ... at almost the same fast speed as the OEM Charger.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Using a physical power meter I've verified that the Nexus 6P will only charge at 1.5A at 5V with standard 2A/2.4A chargers (I've tried 3-4 different USB A chargers). These are far more accurate than ampere as ampere measures net current, current in minus consumed current, not just the incoming current from the charger.
I'm not aware of a physical device that measures power through a type C cable other than the twinkie device that benson mentions and is several hundred dollars.
jpbl1976 said:
Odd.. do you mean the model you've got has the cable connected to the charger (i.e not removable)? The international edition (H1512) I got in Hong Kong while travelling is detachable and is type C on either end. I didnt' realize there were variations with the included accessories.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I think he/she is referring to the extra one you buy from the accessories on the Google 6p site. The one included is a removable USB C-C cord.
NCguy said:
Agreed, wires do likely wear faster. But should you expect either to go bad in less than a couple of years if handled reasonably?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes.....sooner or later you will probably have to replace both. I had good luck with all of my samsung charging blocks never had to replace any of them
---------- Post added at 09:52 PM ---------- Previous post was at 09:51 PM ----------
Subiegsr said:
I think he/she is referring to the extra one you buy from the accessories on the Google 6p site. The one included is a removable USB C-C cord.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Correct subiegsr I was talking about the Google store ones
ylexot said:
What are you talking about? There's only one version. I was the first one on this forum to get it (as far as I know) and it works just like the Google charger.
Sent from my LG-v410 using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
If you read the Amazon comments so people where saying they received a different model than the one I've reviewed. As for fast charging with the Choetech after day 3 I still have no issues. It charges my phone from 1% to 100% in around 90 minutes.
Quick and dirty test of the Tronsmart 33W Dual USB Wall Charger. Amazon Link
Nice and sturdy. No complaints on the build and aesthetics here. Smaller than I thought it'd be (based off of the images on Amazon) - good thing.
Tested with a 6.6 ft. Cable Matters® USB 2.0 Type-C to Type-C cable.
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Looks like we have another 3rd party wall charger option?
This is exactly what I've been waiting for, along with the matching car charger. Thanks for the heads up.
Works really great. Charges as fast as my Huawei Type C charger. Highly recommended!
Sent from my SM-N9208 using Tapatalk
Complete opposite impression of OP as I do not recommend this charger. Charges my nexus 7 at 300 mA via the A port and charges my 6P via the C port at 2200 mA. USB C cables fall right out of the port with no force required and the components inside the charger wiggle around when you move the charger. Also quite a bit heavier and larger than the stock Huawei charger.
Tronsmart offered to send me a replacement but I have a feeling I will be getting a refund.
MoNsTeReNeRgY22 said:
Complete opposite impression of OP as I do not recommend this charger. Charges my nexus 7 at 300 mA via the A port and charges my 6P via the C port at 2200 mA. USB C cables fall right out of the port with no force required and the components inside the charger wiggle around when you move the charger. Also quite a bit heavier and larger than the stock Huawei charger.
Tronsmart offered to send me a replacement but I have a feeling I will be getting a refund.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
It seems like you receievd a defective unit clearly. I've had the charger for a while now, and other than having it break while traveling (my fault) it worked perfectly. The charger still works, but it has a crack in it thanks to rough handling in my bag while traveling (and putting it in a non-padded pocket). The ports at all snug and it does charge up at 2.950A based on what I saw while testing it. I don't think your experience is typical, but it also doesn't make our any better to experience. I hope you get it worked out
swiftden said:
Works really great. Charges as fast as my Huawei Type C charger. Highly recommended!
Sent from my SM-N9208 using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
my Tronsmart Collection
1. Charger
2. USB OTG Cable
3. USB Type C to A (3.3ft)
4. USB Type C to C (3.3ft)
i'll post my AMPERE Reading later, my battery is at full
Looks like a great option! I wonder how this compares to the CHOETECH 39W USB C 3 port charger? I'm trying to decide between one of the two myself as I could use an extra wall charger.
http://www.amazon.com/Charger-CHOETECH-3-Port-Adapter-Detect/dp/B019Z7RVK0
Hows the heat output on the Tronsmart while charger? I heard that was an issue with an early version of CHOETECH first usb c charger.
What is the size comparison to the charger that comes with the Nexus?
Sent from my Nexus 6P using Tapatalk
Pilz said:
It seems like you receievd a defective unit clearly. I've had the charger for a while now, and other than having it break while traveling (my fault) it worked perfectly. The charger still works, but it has a crack in it thanks to rough handling in my bag while traveling (and putting it in a non-padded pocket). The ports at all snug and it does charge up at 2.950A based on what I saw while testing it. I don't think your experience is typical, but it also doesn't make our any better to experience. I hope you get it worked out
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Interesting, thanks for the response.
How about your A port, charge any devices with that? Mine is super slow with my Nexus 7 and my buddies Galaxy S6.
crucialcolin said:
Looks like a great option! I wonder how this compares to the CHOETECH 39W USB C 3 port charger? I'm trying to decide between one of the two myself as I could use an extra wall charger.
http://www.amazon.com/Charger-CHOETECH-3-Port-Adapter-Detect/dp/B019Z7RVK0
Hows the heat output on the Tronsmart while charger? I heard that was an issue with an early version of CHOETECH first usb c charger.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Didnt see that one before. Not happy with my Tronsmart at the moment. If the replacement still has the same issues, I will be returning it and probably will give that CHOETECH a shot.
Also my Tronsmart gets quite warm to the touch (not unbearable though), can give you an exact temp once I find my infrared thermometer.
RHChan84 said:
What is the size comparison to the charger that comes with the Nexus?
Sent from my Nexus 6P using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Its definitely bigger and quite a bit heavier than the stock 6P charger. I don't have my stock one with me otherwise I would take a comparison pic.
MoNsTeReNeRgY22 said:
Interesting, thanks for the response.
How about your A port, charge any devices with that? Mine is super slow with my Nexus 7 and my buddies Galaxy S6.
Didnt see that one before. Not happy with my Tronsmart at the moment. If the replacement still has the same issues, I will be returning it and probably will give that CHOETECH a shot.
Also my Tronsmart gets quite warm to the touch (not unbearable though), can give you an exact temp once I find my infrared thermometer.
Its definitely bigger and quite a bit heavier than the stock 6P charger. I don't have my stock one with me otherwise I would take a comparison pic.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Well the Type A port puts out the rated 5V/3A if your device can charge at that rate. Most phones will only charge at 5V/2A via a type A port, so that's why it chargers them slower.
Pilz said:
Well the Type A port puts out the rated 5V/3A if your device can charge at that rate. Most phones will only charge at 5V/2A via a type A port, so that's why it chargers them slower.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I understand that, but my N7 on the A port only charges at a max 350 amps.
MoNsTeReNeRgY22 said:
I understand that, but my N7 on the A port only charges at a max 350 amps.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
350A is a HUGE amount of power, I think you mean 350mAh. How did you check the current rate for the N7? If you used Ampere or any app then it's not accurate so you need to use an inline multimeter. . Mine outputs ~5V/2A charging my S7E and it gives my 1.5A over the Type A port using my Nexus 6P. If yours doesn't output the correct current then it's likely defective.
Pilz said:
350A is a HUGE amount of power, I think you mean 350mAh. How did you check the current rate for the N7? If you used Ampere or any app then it's not accurate so you need to use an inline multimeter. . Mine outputs ~5V/2A charging my S7E and it gives my 1.5A over the Type A port using my Nexus 6P. If yours doesn't output the correct current then it's likely defective.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Lol, yes I did mean mAh. I understand the apps aren't as accurate as an actual inline meter, but I thought they at least got you in the correct ballpark?
MoNsTeReNeRgY22 said:
Lol, yes I did mean mAh. I understand the apps aren't as accurate as an actual inline meter, but I thought they at least got you in the correct ballpark?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Not necessarily, I've seen them be off as much as 1A before especially on my S7E, so I don't go by those. If it seems like it's defective then I would contact Tronsmart because they could probably give you a better answer.
It does seem like both these chargers are hit and miss. Likely resulting from poor QC. I picked up a tronsmart myself after deciding between the two. It should be arriving today. Unfortunately my 6P is due later in the week.
I've had my Tronsmart for a few weeks now, based on initial impressions from OP. I've had zero issues with it. Matter of fact, I replaced a multiport charger on my nightstand for this one, as all I normally charge now is my N6P and my LG Watch. Coupled with iOrange-E 2m braided cables, I have zero issues with charging the N6P. Now I keep my OEM charger at the office (just in case).
I have this charger for about 2 weeks and I haven' t got any issue yet.
Here's to hoping my replacement is better ?
One of the big android blogs just did a post on tronsmart praising them for their products. Felt sponsored though so I'm weary.
I almost have the whole set. Ony one missing is the car charger. This s a nice set! No issues whatsoever.
hey guys, I know huawei has its own proprietary fast charge solution, but does it also work with quick charge 3 chargers? Like is it slower because the battery is big or is it slower because it detects it as a normal charger
I read, or watched in a video, that if you are using most quick chargers it will charge faster than normal but just not at the speeds of their proprietary quick charge.
Of course with quick chargers there is always the caveat of the crap knockoff ones verse good ones so milage may vary.
Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge using XDA Labs
SWBgHz said:
I read, or watched in a video, that if you are using most quick chargers it will charge faster than normal but just not at the speeds of their proprietary quick charge.
Of course with quick chargers there is always the caveat of the crap knockoff ones verse good ones so milage may vary.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I just don't want to get rid of my quick charge 2 chargers I gathered at home and my aukey car charger qc3
anyone know where I can get another huawei stock charger for the mate 9?
NiggZ said:
anyone know where I can get another huawei stock charger for the mate 9?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
So new they don't seem to be around, Huawei site will probably be best bet at first.
Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge using XDA Labs
NiggZ said:
anyone know where I can get another huawei stock charger for the mate 9?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Been searching everywhere for one myself, no luck thus far. Please report if you find one anywhere.
You need both charger and cable to be compatible for Huawei's super charge. I tried using 3rd party cable with stock charger and it is just normal charging
Sent from my MHA-L29 using Tapatalk
xacidx said:
You need both charger and cable to be compatible for Huawei's super charge. I tried using 3rd party cable with stock charger and it is just normal charging
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Really? That's awful, can you check the difference with the charges by using the ampere app?
Ashk91 said:
Really? That's awful, can you check the difference with the charges by using the ampere app?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
No I don't have the ability to do that.
But based on the numbers on the charger, I think you need at least 4.5A for super charge to work
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Ashk91 said:
Really? That's awful, can you check the difference with the charges by using the ampere app?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Keep in mind the issues of USB C non standard cables being rampant. Lots of USB C stuff is crap and not up to snuff.
Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge using XDA Labs
One of the reviews mentioned the need for the Huawei cable. They said it has additional pins that aren't in a standard USB-C cable. They indicated that the reason they can charge faster is because there are two batteries that are being charged in parallel, though that may have been speculation. If true, that would explain the need for a special charger: it would need dual outputs.
dscline said:
One of the reviews mentioned the need for the Huawei cable. They said it has additional pins that aren't in a standard USB-C cable. They indicated that the reason they can charge faster is because there are two batteries that are being charged in parallel, though that may have been speculation. If true, that would explain the need for a special charger: it would need dual outputs.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
It is false, there is just one battery and the cable has nothing to do with the number of batteries.
Lodix said:
It is false, there is just one battery and the cable has nothing to do with the number of batteries.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I can't say it's true or false, but how do you know it's false? "Two" batteries doesn't necessarily mean the cells are physically arranged in separate casings. And if there were two separate batteries, you would need more connections to be able to control the voltage/amperage to the needs of each one. Sending a single power connection to the phone then modulating that within the phone would likely put too much bulk and heat into the phone, better to keep it in the charger.
I just bought the phone, I'll test it using ampere (mah) using the original charger and then using quick charge 2 plus USB C adapter
Oh my God, blew my mind away, this is with the original charger, unbelievable, comparing to my S6 qc2, max was 1020 mA
Ok so I did three tests, one with huawei original charger+cable, the results was in my previous post, and now with a qc2 charger using huawei cable..
We find that it's much slower.. But the big surprise is that using Samsung cable with the qc2 and micro USB to USB C adapter, we get this.
1. Huawei original (3650mA)
2. QC 2 WITH HUAWEI CABLE (2100mA)
3.QC 2 micro USB to USB C adapter cable (1200ma)
So that means QC 2 or 3 are good relatively but only if you use huaweis cable.. So there you go.
Ashk91 said:
I just bought the phone, I'll test it using ampere (mah) using the original charger and then using quick charge 2 plus USB C adapter
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I thought you meant using a physical multimeter to test for the current at first lol. I didn't know there is an app for this. Stupid me.
Here is my findings:
3rd party cable with 3rd party charger output 2A:
3rd party cable with stock charger
Stock cable with stock charger:
As we can see it matches the output current stated on the charger drawing between 4.5A to 5A and you need the stock cable to enable it.
xacidx said:
I thought you meant using a physical multimeter to test for the current at first lol. I didn't know there is an app for this. Stupid me.
Here is my findings:
3rd party cable with 3rd party charger output 2A:

3rd party cable with stock charger

Stock cable with stock charger:
3rd party cable with stock charger

Stock cable with stock charger:

As we can see it matches the output current stated on the charger drawing between 4.5A to 5A and you need the stock cable to enable it.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You get much better numbers than me, this is great
Ashk91 said:
You get much better numbers than me, this is great
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I think your device can also achieve the same result.
Huawei's SuperCharge is the fastest of any fast charging protocols we've tested at XDA. We're working on publishing an article soon about our comparisons and findings once we've finished our graphs.