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Portable USB Type C Battery Pack with Built-In Cable?

I'm searching for a USB Type C battery pack with the cable built in like one of these micro-usb packs :
http://www.amazon.com/Motorola-Powe...107_img_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=0HDYVPNM70TJTHNCHNMH
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B007G51XOO...olid=2QEYCHUX5AT8W&coliid=IT14WCFNY6FJM&psc=1
Anyone know of any available yet? I know USB C is fairly new technology so I wouldn't be surprised if it doesn't even exist yet.
And for the sake of sharing and discussing - what power accessories do you have and what's important to you? Do you always want fast-charging or is that not important?

If you already have battery packs like I do, I bought a few extra micro usb to USB c connectors to use with them.

I just use the small cable that came with the phone with my anker pack
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Has anyone found any of these since the OP posted this question a few months ago?

I want one too!

I will try it!

I never actually trust the quality of the cables that come with these chargers. Something about generic cables bugs the $#!% out of me (and no, I'm not one of those who use $200 Monster HDMI cables)

If not one with an integrated cable, I'd settle for a well built one (with a C Port) that will fit into a large wallet (and thin enough to fit next to the phone in a shirt pocket) like this one:
http://www.amazon.com/mophie-Powerstation-Smartphones-Tablets-000/dp/B019I6RN10
Anyone know of one this size with a C-Port?

I've bought one of these:
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/191844720617
USB Type C Power Bank iVoler 10000mAh USB-C External Battery/Portable Charger...
It'll be a few weeks before it gets here, but will let you know what its like when it does get here

senectus said:
I've bought one of these:
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/191844720617
USB Type C Power Bank iVoler 10000mAh USB-C External Battery/Portable Charger...
It'll be a few weeks before it gets here, but will let you know what its like when it does get here
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I have one of those and it seems mostly fine, the only frustrating thing is that you can't charge the power bank itself from a type A to C cable, even if it is spec compliant. Mine only seems to charge from a C to C cable. This seems to be confirmed by reviewers on Amazon too.

Azarin said:
I have one of those and it seems mostly fine, the only frustrating thing is that you can't charge the power bank itself from a type A to C cable, even if it is spec compliant. Mine only seems to charge from a C to C cable. This seems to be confirmed by reviewers on Amazon too.
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huh. i wasn't aware of that :-/
hmmm it shouldn't be a big deal for me

I believe that is the same one (with different cover) as this one from monoprice:
http://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=108&cp_id=10831&cs_id=1083110&p_id=14202&seq=1&format=2
Anyway, still big for what I'm looking for. I just want a "top-off" charger (maybe around 2,000 mAh), that is C compliant and will will fit in my shirt pocket together with my phone.

l_stevens said:
I believe that is the same one (with different cover) as this one from monoprice:
http://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=108&cp_id=10831&cs_id=1083110&p_id=14202&seq=1&format=2
Anyway, still big for what I'm looking for. I just want a "top-off" charger (maybe around 2,000 mAh), that is C compliant and will will fit in my shirt pocket together with my phone.
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I've tried to order that iVolver three times from three different vendors on ebay.
All three times they get stopped at the distribution centre in the UK.
still looking for a External Type C 3A battery pack for in Australia

I just got one of these
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...ode=as2&tag=xaybzc-20&linkId=4VPEX6PDGSH5FDFQ
So far it works great. I just use the cable that came with my phone. It rapid charges just fine. Also I has a port for phones that use turbo charging and all. I can charge multiple phones at a time. I love it. Plus being 20100 mAh I can charge phones all weekend without having a wall charger. Fits in my cargo shorts side pocket just fine.
Ports:
micro USB in(for charging the battery)
USB c 3A (can also use this to charge the battery)
Quick charge USB port (5v, 9v, 12v)
Ismart (2.4v)

Nexus 6p chargers/cables

I've been searching around for additional cables for the 6p given that they have changed from the micro USB. I was planning on using my existing wall jacks with USB A ends. I've looked at the cables Benson has reviewed on Google+.
It seems like iOrange has gotten pretty good reviews from him. Tbh, I'm not familiar with the technical aspects I'm just a user.........
Do most just go with a cable that he has recommended as good, or is there generally an accepted make/model that most are using ?
Thanks

I use USB a-c cables in my van with an old charger, I got a belkin cable that works very well, however you won't get fast charging through one of these cables. I'd recommend buying a new USB c charger that comes with a cable provided.

I bought an Orzly one from Amaazon which is great and fast charges the device. I am using it with the Choetech wall charger and it works perfectly fine. Here is the link for the cable:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Orzly® --C...F8&qid=1465481900&sr=8-2&keywords=orzly+usb+c
I'm actually thinking about getting another one for my car or just for spares

faybarn said:
I use USB a-c cables in my van with an old charger, I got a belkin cable that works very well, however you won't get fast charging through one of these cables. I'd recommend buying a new USB c charger that comes with a cable provided.
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abs406 said:
I bought an Orzly one from Amaazon which is great and fast charges the device. I am using it with the Choetech wall charger and it works perfectly fine. Here is the link for the cable:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Orzly® --C...F8&qid=1465481900&sr=8-2&keywords=orzly+usb+c
I'm actually thinking about getting another one for my car or just for spares
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Thanks for the info. I don't mind not having the quick charge as I don't let my battery typically get below 50%, just making sure the cord is compatible as it appears from the Benson post that a lot are not. Thanks for the heads up though :highfive:

Review - Choetech 2 pack usb a-c cables 1m + 2m

Anyone who owns a nexus 6p and has tried to buy a longer usb a-c cable than the 6 inch cable that Google provide will know just how hard it is to find a good quality cable that meets the new usb-c standard and won't potentially fry there charging device by trying to pull 3 amps.
Google prevent the usb a-c cables from damaging charging devices by placing a 56 kohm resister in the usb c end of the cable and many cheap cables have failed to do this or they use the wrong value of resistor, there is a simple free app that allows nexus 6p owners to check cables to ensure they are safe to use. I am happy to report that these cables pass the safety checks and are safe to use with nexus 6p devices.
These particular cables are very well presented in a functional box, the larger of the two cables comes with a Velcro strap to help keep it from tangling very handy if your traveling or don't keep your cables constantly plugged in, this is a nice little touch from Choetech and adds to the premium feel of these cables.
Both cables feel like they're thick enough to withstand alot of heavy use and will hopefully last a long time, I tested both cables with my laptop and was getting good data transfer speeds and I have tested both with numerous different chargers and also get good charging speeds, very comparable to that of the Google provided cable.
I am very happy with these cables and hope to get alot of use out of them, I would quite happily recommended these to anyone after a usb a-c cable, I have seen many cables that are dearer than this for just one cable, here you get two really good quality cables for a value price. I got these cables at a discounted price for a honest unbiased review but I would quite happily pay full price for these.
For anyone interested here are the links:
UK:?*https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01G38YZAI/
US:?*https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B5T4C3A/

faybarn said:
Anyone who owns a nexus 6p and has tried to buy a longer usb a-c cable than the 6 inch cable that Google provide will know just how hard it is to find a good quality cable that meets the new usb-c standard and won't potentially fry there charging device by trying to pull 3 amps.
Google prevent the usb a-c cables from damaging charging devices by placing a 56 kohm resister in the usb c end of the cable and many cheap cables have failed to do this or they use the wrong value of resistor, there is a simple free app that allows nexus 6p owners to check cables to ensure they are safe to use. I am happy to report that these cables pass the safety checks and are safe to use with nexus 6p devices.
These particular cables are very well presented in a functional box, the larger of the two cables comes with a Velcro strap to help keep it from tangling very handy if your traveling or don't keep your cables constantly plugged in, this is a nice little touch from Choetech and adds to the premium feel of these cables.
Both cables feel like they're thick enough to withstand alot of heavy use and will hopefully last a long time, I tested both cables with my laptop and was getting good data transfer speeds and I have tested both with numerous different chargers and also get good charging speeds, very comparable to that of the Google provided cable.
I am very happy with these cables and hope to get alot of use out of them, I would quite happily recommended these to anyone after a usb a-c cable, I have seen many cables that are dearer than this for just one cable, here you get two really good quality cables for a value price. I got these cables at a discounted price for a honest unbiased review but I would quite happily pay full price for these.
For anyone interested here are the links:
UK:?*https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01G38YZAI/
US:?*https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B5T4C3A/
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Have you by chance checked any other cables from usb-a to c that you have came across that you would recommend ? If you just use the app provided that means it is safe ?

Yes I also own a belkin 2m usb a-c cable that is very good but no better than the Choetech cables, the belkin cost me £15 though for just one cable as it was an emergency buy from maplins. I bought a cheap eBay cable originally, it worked with my old car charger but then my phone refused to charge from the Google usb c charger that night. A reboot fixed this issue but some research led me to discover the issue with usb a-c cables.
Because of the price and quality I highly recommend the Choetech cables.
Yes the checkr app let's you know if the cable is safe to use. You have to make sure it is connected to a computer / laptop for the app to work though, it won't work with a charging device.

I also get this cable bundle to review at price £0.99. It seems still available for review now. You can also apply one at a good price from Choetech official website: http://www.choetech.com/Support-review.html

I went for the 3.3ft USB-C to USB-A + 3.3ft USB-C to USB-C pack to go work with my Nexus 6P. Cables are a great length and I can leave it charging in the car while my passenger is using the phone at the same time. I am very happy with mine.

gadget19 said:
I went for the 3.3ft USB-C to USB-A + 3.3ft USB-C to USB-C pack to go work with my Nexus 6P. Cables are a great length and I can leave it charging in the car while my passenger is using the phone at the same time. I am very happy with mine.
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Yeah I also went for this combo pack. The cables are great and help me out around the house and in my car. The type C is in my car permanently from now on. Works great with their in car charger and charges the phone up in no time. The other one is in my work bag for emergencies. Definitely top quality products quality and worth getting.

Any recommendations on the best car charger?

Hey all, just acquired my new Pixel XL. It's my first USB-c device so need to get some new cables... I was looking at USB-c car chargers on Amazon but not seeing any rave reviews on much. Do you all have any recommendations? Is there a certain standard of charger that is best for the Pixel (I.e. quick charge 2.0 or 3.0 etc)?
Thanks everyone for your input

AntikytheraTech said:
Hey all, just acquired my new Pixel XL. It's my first USB-c device so need to get some new cables... I was looking at USB-c car chargers on Amazon but not seeing any rave reviews on much. Do you all have any recommendations? Is there a certain standard of charger that is best for the Pixel (I.e. quick charge 2.0 or 3.0 etc)?
Thanks everyone for your input
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The pixels use usb-pd and not quick charge 2.0 or 3.0. Currently, there is not a lot of great options. there are a few threads taking about it in this forum.
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dragonsofcp said:
The pixels use usb-pd and not quick charge 2.0 or 3.0. Currently, there is not a lot of great options. there are a few threads taking about it in this forum.
Sent from my Pixel XL using Tapatalk
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Check out http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3474205
Shout out to @Nathan-K and Benson. I've spent hours reading their G+ pages and Amazon reviews and I'm blown away by the work they're doing trying to hold manufacturers accountable and keep consumers safe.
Tl;dr - most are junk currently, and some are even dangerous. 1 specific Verizon version for usb-c pd (TYPECPDVPC ONLY!) is the most acceptable one.
Sent from my Pixel XL

Check out this spreadsheet it has chargers on it and one is type car. There are no perfect PD chargers at the moment (18W) AUKEYCC-Y7 and Verizon 27w TYPECPDVPC are the least bad. It is probably best to take the 3W hit at the moment and go for a 15W non PD car charger like the Belkin 15w F7U005bt04-BLK or Nomad B015NN0OKO. Personally I have gone for the AUKEYCC-Y7 PD charger as although not perfect it is at least cheap.
Bear in mind that some chargers come with a fixed USB-C charging cable. Ones that are cable less will need a decent cable as well. Decent ones cost as much as the chargers. So given the current price I recommend going for the Belkin 15W charger with built in cable
spreadsheet
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet...x9dMDWqENiY2kgBJUu29f_TX8/edit#gid=1288176877
AUKEY CC-Y7 20 USD
https://www.amazon.com/Charger-Deli...F8&qid=1481192204&sr=8-1&keywords=AUKEY+CC-Y7
Belkin 15w F7U005bt04-BLK 25 USD (On sale!)
https://www.amazon.com/Belkin-USB-I...6&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=Belkin+15w+F7U005bt04

I would stick with your existing USB - A charger and get a A to C cable.
None of the USB-C chargers are anywhere near good.

I just got this one two days ago based on Benson Leung's review. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014F2NQ36/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
His review: https://www.amazon.com/review/R2Z6A...etail-glance&nodeID=2335752011&store=wireless
I found a link in one of these threads that has a easy to follow list. It doesn't appear to be updated so some of the newer items are not listed: https://usbccompliant.com/

James4.0 said:
I would stick with your existing USB - A charger and get a A to C cable.
None of the USB-C chargers are anywhere near good.
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So there's no issue using an old micro USB charging cable? I planned on using my old ones and I purchased a 2 pack of USB-C to Micro USB adapters from Amazon. Can't seem to get clarification about the micro USB chargers..

I have no clue with micro > C adapters. The OEM A>C cable works great and make sure any 3rd party A > C cables should have the required 56kΩ resistor.
I am using a few of these from Anker on an old .5a Moto charger, older Anker car charger and an extra thrown in my work bag.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01A6F3WHG/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

aholeinthewor1d said:
So there's no issue using an old micro USB charging cable? I planned on using my old ones and I purchased a 2 pack of USB-C to Micro USB adapters from Amazon. Can't seem to get clarification about the micro USB chargers..
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Of course there is an issue, you need to use either use a micro to c adapter with a 56k ohm pull-up resistor in it or a an approved a to c cable that also has a 56k ohm pull-up resistor.
EDIT: make sure you bookmark that google spreadsheet and check it for up to date~ info.

clockcycle said:
Of course there is an issue, you need to use either use a micro to c adapter with a 56k ohm pull-up resistor in it or a an approved a to c cable that also has a 56k ohm pull-up resistor.
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Well that's why I asked.. lol
So the adapter that came with the phone is ok to use with old micro USB cables?

Droid_Junky said:
I just got this one two days ago based on Benson Leung's review. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014F2NQ36/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
His review: https://www.amazon.com/review/R2Z6A...etail-glance&nodeID=2335752011&store=wireless
I found a link in one of these threads that has a easy to follow list. It doesn't appear to be updated so some of the newer items are not listed: https://usbccompliant.com/
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That visnic is no longer even on the spreadsheet
I got the v3 CCTA from tronsmart and returned it, the pixel sees it as a device when you unplug and plug it into 12v with car turned off/not powering socket..
The 27w Belkin is now considered bad after further testing has shown it to allow the pixel to backfeed power.
Oh, all Belkins are now in the bad -2 recommendation..
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aholeinthewor1d said:
Well that's why I asked.. lol
So the adapter that came with the phone is ok to use with old micro USB cables?
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A Micro to usb type c adapter didnt come with the phone. You can use the USB A to C cable that came with the phone with legacy chargers.

Has anyone plugged their pixel into an "old" charger and actually had an issue? I see lots of people going crazy about chargers and also see lots of people that use any old charger they have with a cheap adapter and they have no issue.

aholeinthewor1d said:
Has anyone plugged their pixel into an "old" charger and actually had an issue? I see lots of people going crazy about chargers and also see lots of people that use any old charger they have with a cheap adapter and they have no issue.
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I use my old charger with the oem a to c cable and my old a to micro cable with a micro to c adapter that has the 56k ohm resistor just fine, it's just slower than max, but no big deal. hardly ever have to use it, but have it just in case.

I have been using an old Anker pre QC charger and it has been working fine.
I haven't tried the QC3 charger in my wife's car yet.
For now the A>C cables with the 56 ohm resistor is the safe way to go.
Sent from my Pixel XL using Tapatalk

Droid_Junky said:
I just got this one two days ago based on Benson Leung's review. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014F2NQ36/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
His review: https://www.amazon.com/review/R2Z6A...etail-glance&nodeID=2335752011&store=wireless
I found a link in one of these threads that has a easy to follow list. It doesn't appear to be updated so some of the newer items are not listed: https://usbccompliant.com/
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Plus one. Have this and love it.

I use this one I bought off Amazon. Been using it for a while. Never had any problems with it. Rapidly charges my pixel and you can charge 2 items at the same time. Check it out for yourself.

Belkin
The Belkin 15 watt used to be recommended as it was the charger for the 6p. I have used it with the 6p and now the Pixel. Not sure why it went from 2 to -1. Obviously it does not do PD with the Pixel, but I cannot see it doing harm. Same is true for the Google 6p wall charger. I sue that with the Pixel also. Any thoughts?

pclewis said:
The Belkin 15 watt used to be recommended as it was the charger for the 6p. I have used it with the 6p and now the Pixel. Not sure why it went from 2 to -1. Obviously it does not do PD with the Pixel, but I cannot see it doing harm.
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I would guess the change is for charging as noted. There are some further comments about a lack of IR drop compensation circuitry in the Google+ information below. I view the list as simply somewhat subjective opinions from an engineer, and like you said, I couldn't find comments in Google+ to suggest the Belkin you're talking about might pose a threat to a phone. My previous Razr M would tend to lose power when charging and using navigation, so I may just keep the Belkin PD model and see what happens with a replacement, in spite of the current -2 in the list.
https://plus.google.com/102612254593917101378/posts/dxxeQtDTXuW?sfc=true

moogaloo said:
Check out this spreadsheet it has chargers on it and one is type car. There are no perfect PD chargers at the moment (18W) AUKEYCC-Y7 and Verizon 27w TYPECPDVPC are the least bad. It is probably best to take the 3W hit at the moment and go for a 15W non PD car charger like the Belkin 15w F7U005bt04-BLK or Nomad B015NN0OKO. Personally I have gone for the AUKEYCC-Y7 PD charger as although not perfect it is at least cheap.
Bear in mind that some chargers come with a fixed USB-C charging cable. Ones that are cable less will need a decent cable as well. Decent ones cost as much as the chargers. So given the current price I recommend going for the Belkin 15W charger with built in cable
spreadsheet
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet...x9dMDWqENiY2kgBJUu29f_TX8/edit#gid=1288176877
AUKEY CC-Y7 20 USD
https://www.amazon.com/Charger-Deli...F8&qid=1481192204&sr=8-1&keywords=AUKEY+CC-Y7
Belkin 15w F7U005bt04-BLK 25 USD (On sale!)
https://www.amazon.com/Belkin-USB-I...6&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=Belkin+15w+F7U005bt04
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I bought two of the AUKEY ones and have been using them without issue and they charge fast. Using a choetech USB c to c cable on one of them and an Anker c to c on the other.
Sent from my Pixel XL using XDA Labs

Some further information has been posted on the Belkin car chargers:
F7U004bt04-BLK
https://plus.google.com/102612254593917101378/posts/fKDKFYqnWt1
F7U005bt04-BLK
https://plus.google.com/102612254593917101378/posts/dgqeFSM19bd
F7U006bt04-BLK
https://plus.google.com/102612254593917101378/posts/SYq8iPEGv2Y

Any suggestions on 10ft USB C charger?

I would like to buy a 10 ft wall charger for my pixel XL. Wasn't sure if it needed to be USB C to USB C or what so I can get the fast charging capabilities still. Anyone have any suggestions for longer chargers? The stock one that came with the phone just isn't long enough.

powerstroke said:
I would like to buy a 10 ft wall charger for my pixel XL. Wasn't sure if it needed to be USB C to USB C or what so I can get the fast charging capabilities still. Anyone have any suggestions for longer chargers? The stock one that came with the phone just isn't long enough.
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Anker PowerLine USB-C to USB 3.0 Cable (10ft) with 56k Ohm Pull-up Resistor for USB Type-C Devices Including the new MacBook, ChromeBook Pixel, Nokia N1 Tablet, OnePlus 2 and More https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MZIPYPY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_taa_QjC1ybJ0Z05GJ

coolhandz said:
Anker PowerLine USB-C to USB 3.0 Cable (10ft) with 56k Ohm Pull-up Resistor for USB Type-C Devices Including the new MacBook, ChromeBook Pixel, Nokia N1 Tablet, OnePlus 2 and More https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MZIPYPY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_taa_QjC1ybJ0Z05GJ
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Does it come with the wall adapter? Because the only one I have has only usb c connection on it. The one that came with my phone.

I hear ya on the charger that came with the phone, they could have definitely made the cord longer.
I plugged it in for the first time and was like WTF . Barely reaches to a table.

Why not just use a cheap two prong extension cord and plug your charger into that?

powerstroke said:
Does it come with the wall adapter? Because the only one I have has only usb c connection on it. The one that came with my phone.
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It does not come with a wall adapter. You'd have to buy a USB -a adapter to USB -c or just buy another wall adapter.
I bought this
AUKEY USB-C to USB 3.0 Adapter for MacBook Pro, Nexus 6P 5X, LG G5 and More (2 Pack) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AUKU1OO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_taa_GyR1ybSDM3SK3
so that I could the factory wall adapter.