Why hasn't LG released the wireless charging back in the US? Cancelled on Best Buy - LG V10 Accessories

Wonder why LG has not released the wireless charging back for the V10 here in the United States?
I've been watching in on the Best Buy site and it is now listed as no longer available.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/lg-wireless-charging-back-cover-for-lg-v10-cell-phones-black/4701800.p?id=1219803565680&skuId=4701800
What gives?

felloffthetruck said:
Wonder why LG has not released the wireless charging back for the V10 here in the United States?
I've been watching in on the Best Buy site and it is now listed as no longer available.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/lg-wireless-charging-back-cover-for-lg-v10-cell-phones-black/4701800.p?id=1219803565680&skuId=4701800
What gives?
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Likely because US variants have faulty wireless charging chips from IDT - same ones that burn out after a month on the G4.
I had my V10 replaced by T-Mobile because after exactly a month of charging it with the CPR-120 wireless charging cover, the chip died.

siraltus said:
Likely because US variants have faulty wireless charging chips from IDT - same ones that burn out after a month on the G4.
I had my V10 replaced by T-Mobile because after exactly a month of charging it with the CPR-120 wireless charging cover, the chip died.
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You might be right.
I'm scared to keep charging mine wirelessly.
You wireless charging the new V10?

felloffthetruck said:
You might be right.
I'm scared to keep charging mine wirelessly.
You wireless charging the new V10?
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I went back to charging via USB. It's faster and I can use the phone while it charges.
Plus, now I can use any case I want, since the CPR-120 cover was thicker and made most cases not fit properly.

siraltus said:
I went back to charging via USB. It's faster and I can use the phone while it charges.
Plus, now I can use any case I want, since the CPR-120 cover was thicker and made most cases not fit properly.
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I've had no problems with any cases and the LG OEM charging back.
Is the wireless charging burning out a widespread problem or only here & there?
Might go back to cable charging just to be safe.

felloffthetruck said:
I've had no problems with any cases and the LG OEM charging back.
Is the wireless charging burning out a widespread problem or only here & there?
Might go back to cable charging just to be safe.
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I had the Diztronic and the OBLIQ and they did not fit right.
On the back, the rubber around the buttons and camera lens lifted up and away from the phone about 2-3mm, I could press it down with my finger and watch it move.
On the front, the sides of the case were visibly "pulled away" in the middle, revealing more of the steel rail than in the corners, causing an "egg-shape" effect, making it obvious the case was too small.
My Spigen Slim Armor was the only one that fit perfectly, although putting on and removing the hard back panel was noticeably harder due to extra tightness.
On the G4, the wireless chip was burning out left and right. I haven't seen any reports on the V10 yet, but my own V10 (manufactured 10/2015) died, and I had it replaced with a new unit (manufactured 12/2015).

felloffthetruck said:
I've had no problems with any cases and the LG OEM charging back.
Is the wireless charging burning out a widespread problem or only here & there?
Might go back to cable charging just to be safe.
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rawdikrik said:
Also, no noise on mine ever.... but it killed the internals.
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gamsberry said:
two of the "chargeing" backs with sticker pre-installed. Both worked for a few weeks on multiple chargers & then suddenly quit simultaneously. NFC is fine.
T-mobile version of the v10.
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siraltus said:
LG's own CPR-120 wireless charging back cover burned out the chip in my V10, and this is using a high-quality charger (Tylt Vu), not a cheap Chinese POS.
LG just used garbage parts. It's the same crappy IDT chip that has been burning out in the G4 for months now.
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dp92180 said:
I just got a new replacement sticker in and does not work at all. NFC is fine but no charge on multiple charging pads including the one the seller sent me. Wonder if there is permanent damage or if it's a software thing.
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keeper22 said:
I also had wireless charging working for a while but it has stopped recently. I replaced the sticker and it still does not work so I think it is a software problem rather than hardware.
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xdanavahawk said:
Purchased one of the cheap back covers.Seemed to be working fine at first,then would intermittently stop and start,phone got very hot.Used with and without Obliq cover,same thing.Put my G2 on same charger and no problems.No overheating and constant charge.Put my V10 back on for a quick few seconds to make sure I didn't burn something out, and would still show charging,but decided not to risk any damage and will not use the cheapy again.Glad I saw here about some who lost charging altogether,otherwise I might have kept trying and done the same.Have one of the so called OEM official ones on the way,hoping for better results and authenticity.
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That is just people from 3 pages of one thread complaining about their Qi chip burning up in the V10 in the past 2 weeks

I saw the wireless charging back for sale on ebay, look there.

LBJM said:
I saw the wireless charging back for sale on ebay, look there.
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This is where I got my official LG wireless charging back (straight from Korea, no less) and have had zero issues with it. I am now 6 weeks or so in with it.

meatlocker said:
This is where I got my official LG wireless charging back (straight from Korea, no less) and have had zero issues with it. I am now 6 weeks or so in with it.
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What charger do you use?

siraltus said:
What charger do you use?
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Both the Tylt Vu and original Samsung Charging Pad.

meatlocker said:
Both the Tylt Vu and original Samsung Charging Pad.
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Thanks. What was your phone's manufacturing date? You can find out by installing this: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.peamoon.phoneproductioninfo&hl=en

i have been using the chinese back cover for 5 weeks now and there is no problem.. and charging it with cheap wireless pad.

ph3nom said:
i have been using the chinese back cover for 5 weeks now and there is no problem.. and charging it with cheap wireless pad.
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Let's hope it lasts!

My V10 was manufactured in 11/15 and I've had no problems with the wireless charging.
Just a little worried now after reading about the phones Qi chip burning out on some people.

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Thanks. What was your phone's manufacturing date? You can find out by installing this: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.peamoon.phoneproductioninfo&hl=en
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Or, you can simply look on the box it came in. 10/25/15

felloffthetruck said:
My V10 was manufactured in 11/15 and I've had no problems with the wireless charging.
Just a little worried now after reading about the phones Qi chip burning out on some people.
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Mine from 11/12
Also worry from reading all comments from people about wireless charging issues. but i see there are others who use wireless charger too but no complaints, many others in fact.

meatlocker said:
Or, you can simply look on the box it came in. 10/25/15
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Not everyone carries the box their phone came in with them everywhere, but they do carry the phone.

Been using the china sticker i replaced the original NFC sticker with, for a week now. Charges fine for me.
So nice to have wireless back at the house.

siraltus said:
Not everyone carries the box their phone came in with them everywhere, but they do carry the phone.
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Not everyone wants to install an app of dubious origin and/or value, either.

Related

Wireless Charging

I thought that I would report that I obtained 2 of the LG wireless charging pads. They work great and of course are compatible with many devices. I recommend it highly. I'm hoping to find something that will work well in my car.
I assume you have the verizon version? And all qi wireless chargers should be compatible.
Do all 8X's have wireless charging or is it only available on the Verizon version?
matthew5025 said:
I assume you have the verizon version? And all qi wireless chargers should be compatible.
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Yeah, but I have read reports that the Nokia pad and the 8x have had issues for people despite both being qi.
thehustler said:
Do all 8X's have wireless charging or is it only available on the Verizon version?
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Unfortunately the only one with wireless charging is the Verizon model, which its exclusive to them.
VZW 8x
Benjam'in said:
Unfortunately the only one with wireless charging is the Verizon model, which its exclusive to them.
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You are correct in that it is exclusive, However if you are able to afford an 8x out of pocket (600 ish bucks) VZW 8xs are unlocked to T-Mobile and AT&T HSDPA and GSM Networks! Just thought id share!
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You are correct in that it is exclusive, However if you are able to afford an 8x out of pocket (600 ish bucks) VZW 8xs are unlocked to T-Mobile and AT&T HSDPA and GSM Networks! Just thought id share!
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And they can take a SIM card? I assume so since you say GSM...
They can take a sim. Just remember that you will not get LTE to work if you try it on AT&T.
Which part?
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restarting charging when on charging pad for extended period of time?
gbmitchell said:
I thought that I would report that I obtained 2 of the LG wireless charging pads. They work great and of course are compatible with many devices. I recommend it highly. I'm hoping to find something that will work well in my car.
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I'm using the LG charging pad with my Verizon 8x as well. Works well, with one exception.
When you start the phone charging, it'll make a notification sound. After several hours of charging, the phone will periodically act like it's "starting to charge again" by making the notification sound again. I suspect that once fully charged, it stops charging, then after some nominal amount of discharge, it starts up again. Sort of annoying when that point happens to be 3-4am, and my charging plate is on my nightstand..
Have you run into this? If so, is the only solution to turn off the "Play a sound for all other notifications" option under settings/ringtones+sounds? Haven't tried that yet, but if my theory is correct as to what's happening - might be the only resolution.
I have heard people say this but have not been woken up by it. I read online that for the charge pads notification you can unattach the speaker. I'm not sure on the phone other than turning the volume down.
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gbmitchell said:
Yeah, but I have read reports that the Nokia pad and the 8x have had issues for people despite both being qi.
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what kind of issues?
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gbmitchell said:
I thought that I would report that I obtained 2 of the LG wireless charging pads. They work great and of course are compatible with many devices. I recommend it highly. I'm hoping to find something that will work well in my car.
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I just picked up a Nokia DT-900 and it works great also!
Kahrma said:
I'm using the LG charging pad with my Verizon 8x as well. Works well, with one exception.
When you start the phone charging, it'll make a notification sound. After several hours of charging, the phone will periodically act like it's "starting to charge again" by making the notification sound again. I suspect that once fully charged, it stops charging, then after some nominal amount of discharge, it starts up again. Sort of annoying when that point happens to be 3-4am, and my charging plate is on my nightstand..
Have you run into this? If so, is the only solution to turn off the "Play a sound for all other notifications" option under settings/ringtones+sounds? Haven't tried that yet, but if my theory is correct as to what's happening - might be the only resolution.
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I have the same problem, but nothing I do stops the phone making the sound of the charge starting except turning off the sound. It seems to happen every 15 minutes or so after it is fully charged. I assume the unit discharges enough to reconnect to the charger and start the charging process again. Have you had any luck with the problem?
Nokia DT-901 Fatboy Pillow wirless charger?
I just ordered the Fat Boy Pillow wireless charger. Anyone had any problems with the Verizon 8X?
http://www.nokia.com/global/products/accessory/dt-901/
Update: The Nokia DT-901 Fatboy Pillow wireless charger works great with the Verizon 8X. I didn't do anything but lay it on the pillow and it charged it immediately. No issues!
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is there any way I can have mounted wireless charging to my 8X when I don't have one now? Or I have to buy phone from different store that already works like this?
I honestly was expecting to see this. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dreamitwecodeit.wificharger
I found a wireless charging back cover, and ordered it.
Can't post the link to the site, but this is the partnumber
Partnumber complete backcover HTC 8X: 74H02317/71H04310-08M
roel neeskens said:
I found a wireless charging back cover, and ordered it.
Can't post the link to the site, but this is the partnumber
Partnumber complete backcover HTC 8X: 74H02317/71H04310-08M
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Did it work?
Just to be clear: You have a non-Verizon Htc 8x and you were able to add wireless charging to the phone just by replacing your original back cover with the spare part 74H02317/71H04310-08M? (would be really great!!!)
Benjam'in said:
Unfortunately the only one with wireless charging is the Verizon model, which its exclusive to them.
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have you confirm this?? i mean did you try it with ahtc 8x from verizon and a qi charger and worked?

GMYLE QI Charger from Amazon

I just ordered this GMYLE Qi charger from Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B7TBX36/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$28.98 + $4.99 shipping in the US.
It is showing 500ma output. Does anyone know if this will be an issue?
Also available to Canadians. Thanks OP
http://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00B7TBX36/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
wilsonlam97 said:
Also available to Canadians. Thanks OP
http://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00B7TBX36/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Canadians get free shipping too?! Not bad, not bad.
I think it ships from China, though.
hgigh said:
Canadians get free shipping too?! Not bad, not bad.
I think it ships from China, though.
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Shipping is supposedly fast. Also it's a different seller from the Amazon.COM listing. So it may not ship from China. The order confirmation page says that it ships soon so could come from Canada for all we know.
Every review says the charger produces a very loud beep whenever it starts or completes a charge. Very annoying.
I wonder if its an easy fix like the other chargers. Open and pull the speaker wire. I am not looking forward to some beep telling me that my phone is done charging while I try to sleep.
hgigh said:
I just ordered this GMYLE Qi charger from Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B7TBX36/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$28.98 + $4.99 shipping in the US.
It is showing 500ma output. Does anyone know if this will be an issue?
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Won't 500ma just slow down your battery drain?
Again be carefull, it says powermat and powermat is not compatible!
mrhanky said:
Again be carefull, it says powermat and powermat is not compatible!
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I noticed that. The description also says qi and the picture said qi. I am still waiting for the thing to ship.
I love that the technical details include "Easy to replace any parts with low life time maintenance cost"
Mine shipped from Hong Kong.
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Unicorn Rancher said:
I love that the technical details include "Easy to replace any parts with low life time maintenance cost"
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Does not instill confidence does it lol
Int
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Hm, I'll wait on some of you guys to do a review on this product. I need a cheap and working wireless charger for my nightstand.
mine just arrived. Shipped from California, seller was 'gigacity_amn'. Here's the video
It literally just arrived this evening - initial testing looks good, but I'll give it a few days of overnight and see how it runs. I'll be using my S-Line TPU case with it.
the orange bandit said:
mine just arrived. Shipped from California, seller was 'gigacity_amn'. Here's the video
It literally just arrived this evening - initial testing looks good, but I'll give it a few days of overnight and see how it runs. I'll be using my S-Line TPU case with it.
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Any more news on this charger? They are going for £27 on Amazon at the moment.
VonPickle said:
Any more news on this charger? They are going for £27 on Amazon at the moment.
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Been using it at work since it arrived. It works great - the beep is incredibly shrill, especially in an office environment, but it charges quickly and doesn't get too hot.
I will note that this particular charger does NOT top up the battery, so it's not good for overnight charging. Once your phone hits 100%, the charger stops charging, and doesn't kick back on until you physically remove the phone from the pad for a few seconds. It's great for the office or any other environment where you just need a quick top-up, but again, not good for overnight charging.
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Been using it at work since it arrived. It works great - the beep is incredibly shrill, especially in an office environment, but it charges quickly and doesn't get too hot.
I will note that this particular charger does NOT top up the battery, so it's not good for overnight charging. Once your phone hits 100%, the charger stops charging, and doesn't kick back on until you physically remove the phone from the pad for a few seconds. It's great for the office or any other environment where you just need a quick top-up, but again, not good for overnight charging.
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I agree. I personally removed the speaker and use it for overnight charging. Wake up with 80-90% battery.
hgigh said:
I agree. I personally removed the speaker and use it for overnight charging. Wake up with 80-90% battery.
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Guys would the 1 A model work with the Nexus?
chikosneff said:
Guys would the 1 A model work with the Nexus?
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Looking at the specs for the charging orb from Google it seems the 1A is fine. I am trying to find the output of the official LG charger too -WCP-300.
VonPickle said:
Looking at the specs for the charging orb from Google it seems the 1A is fine. I am trying to find the output of the official LG charger too -WCP-300.
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I have the WCP-300, its output is 1A. Works *awesome* with the Nexus 4, and even keeps it topped up so it works great as an overnight charger.

Best wireless charger for galaxy s6

Hi XDA members
in your opinion what is the best wireless charger for galaxy s6
hope everyone give us the price and the link for the product
Well it really depends on your budget. In my case, I am on a tight budget so I'll probably settle on TechMatte Wireless Charger that is priced not more than $25. However, I would really like the official Samsung wireless charger that is priced at $45 on Amazon. It is good-looking, sleeker and has functional LED light indicator.
Here is a good article about S6 wireless charger:
http://www.androidauthority.com/best-wireless-chargers-samsung-galaxy-s6-600922/
Honestly anything that has 3 coils will do well for you. I recently purchased this charger from Amazon, and it's amazing. You don't have to play with alignment as there is more than one coil.
http://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Charging-Blackberry-included-coil-black/dp/B00JA7HNZO
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Honestly anything that has 3 coils will do well for you. I recently purchased this charger from Amazon, and it's amazing. You don't have to play with alignment as there is more than one coil.
http://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Charging-Blackberry-included-coil-black/dp/B00JA7HNZO
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Yep.. ^^^^ what eep02b said.. I have the same exact one and it charges ridiculously good. No issues whatsoever. I've used a variety cases and it charges them with no issues. The thickest case I have is the Caseology and the Supcase.
I don't have the S6, but I do have the official Samsung charger.
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Wireless-Charging-Pad-Packaging/dp/B00UCZGS6S
I'm using it for my S3, that has a wireless receiver inside since my charging port is rather finicky these days. It works fine for that and it's nice that it's low profile, which is what I wanted.
The downside is that since it's flat, not very useful if you wanna watch movies and such, but that doesn't bother me since I only use it before I go to bed. I generally don't run into alignment issues with it, but always a possibility with the single coil setup.
The official Samsung one works with any Qi enabled device, though if you are using it for any other device, besides the S6, like I'm currently doing with my S3, the LED indicator will not tell you when it's fully charged. It'll just tell you when it's on the pad.
I don't mind since I just use my phone's LED indicator light to let me know when it's fully charged. But, keep that in mind, if you want to use it for phones other than the S6.
The 3 coil setup is better in that you won't run into any alignment issues like you can run into with single coil set ups. If you get something like this TYLT charger, you can definitely watch movies and such since it's propped up.
http://www.amazon.com/TYLT-Wireless-Charger-all-Phones/dp/B00DG8NUC8
One other thing you wanna keep in mind with wireless charging in general. It will NOT charge your phone as fast as using the AC adapter (especially since it has fast charging capabilities) the phone came with. If you wanna charge your phone fast, wireless charging isn't the way to go. It's more of a convenience thing. Figured you knew that, but a friendly reminder never hurts.
s-one said:
Yep.. ^^^^ what eep02b said.. I have the same exact one and it charges ridiculously good. No issues whatsoever. I've used a variety cases and it charges them with no issues. The thickest case I have is the Caseology and the Supcase.
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Yeah I got this one aswell for bedroom, and I have the round original Samsung one for desktop. Samsungs has too bright blue leds to use in bedroom so its more suitable for desk.
Both works great, no issues at all. Might get the QiStone+ later on so that I can have a portable battery with wireless charging capabilities.
Have any of you with that Choe charger used any sort of app to measure what sort of charging current you're getting?
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Have any of you with that Choe charger used any sort of app to measure what sort of charging current you're getting?
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Im using the Choetech upgraded wireless charger, got it off Amazon for about £15. My last cheaper one used to sometimes overheat the phone. This one works without any issues and takes the same to to charge as a standard wall charger. What app can I use to check the charging voltages etc?
I use the TYLT Vu
Reckless187 said:
What app can I use to check the charging voltages etc?
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I use an app called Ampere. Had to use the option for the older testing method to get it to work with the S6.
The Samsung Wireless Charging Pad for Galaxy S6 works just fine for me.
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I use an app called Ampere. Had to use the option for the older testing method to get it to work with the S6.
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Here you go.
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I use the TYLT Vu
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My TYLT Vu only works reliably when my S6 is placed on it in landscape orientation. It either doesn't work, or works intermittently in portrait orientation.
Do you have this issue with yours?
No, the only problem that I have with it is when my phone is fully charger and then the screen of my s6 lights up and the sound of the wireless charging plays, and its keep on doing it ever minute or so... I don't know if its the charger fault or the device itself
I have 3 of these around the house, work just fine for me, and they come in different colors and shapes;
http://amzn.to/1EpzkJI
I just got the new belkin charger and works great so far. Been using a cheap one from eBay and works good too.
Waiting on more from eBay soon and I'm sure they will work too.
Same
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No, the only problem that I have with it is when my phone is fully charger and then the screen of my s6 lights up and the sound of the wireless charging plays, and its keep on doing it ever minute or so... I don't know if its the charger fault or the device itself
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Mine does the same thing on the Choe 3 coil. I stopped using it. Wish there was a way to fix this without root.
saar17 said:
No, the only problem that I have with it is when my phone is fully charger and then the screen of my s6 lights up and the sound of the wireless charging plays, and its keep on doing it ever minute or so... I don't know if its the charger fault or the device itself
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I have the same issue, the wireless charger charges my phone just fine. I have 3 separate ones and they all do it, once it gets to 100% it keeps making the charging noise on and off as it looses a bit of power and starts charging again, kind of annoying when it's by your bedside lol. Anyone know how to fix that?
I have the official Samsung charging pad, works like every other wireless charger. Not sure if it was worth the $40 I got it for but the charging LED is handy and it isn't too bright to sleep with (my opinion). It doesn't have any starting/stopping charging issues at 100%.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JA7HNZO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Just bought this a few days ago, absolutely love it. I've set it down maybe 50 times, never missed a charge or needed to re-position it. For $25, you can't go wrong. Only minor down side is the surface is pretty smooth, so people without a case, I could see this sliding off. I use a clear Spidgen case, and have no issues at all charging with the case on.

Does Anywere Sell Pre-Modded Samsung Qi Back Covers

Alright, so the Samsung replacement back cover for Qi charging adds enough thickness that normal cases won't fit anymore, this is known.
It is also known that you can take the offical Samsung Qi back cover, remove Samsung's Qi hardware, modify a stock back cover (glue, tape, and a dremel?) to add the module. This way it fits into the standard phone cases, while still allowing NFC to work properly, and wireless charging.
Does anywhere sell these pre-modified? Searching just leads me to cheap 3rd party Qi modules and reviews of the Samsung Qi covers..
You mean something like this: http://m.aliexpress.com/item/32394000515.html?
Firehand81 said:
You mean something like this: http://m.aliexpress.com/item/32394000515.html?
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Yes, something like that.. Except using Samsung's Qi module.
Alright, after giving up on that idea...
Looking at adding one of the tape on modules that support NFC.. I don't use it often, but I do use it..
Can anybody recommend the Qi-Infinity modules over the PWRcard brand?
The updated Qi-Infinity module and the SLIMPWRcard are both supposed to have NFC support..
However, searching with Google on my mobile, I can't find a person that has done a comparison/review of them.
Does anybody have a recommendation?
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Alright, after giving up on that idea...
Looking at adding one of the tape on modules that support NFC.. I don't use it often, but I do use it..
Can anybody recommend the Qi-Infinity modules over the PWRcard brand?
The updated Qi-Infinity module and the SLIMPWRcard are both supposed to have NFC support..
However, searching with Google on my mobile, I can't find a person that has done a comparison/review of them.
Does anybody have a recommendation?
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I've had good luck with the fonesalesman one. Used it for over a year. I'll find the link and edit to add it.
Edit: link; http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00OF...+qi+note+4&dpPl=1&dpID=41r-snVVYwL&ref=plSrch
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I've had good luck with the fonesalesman one. Used it for over a year. I'll find the link and edit to add it.
Edit: link; http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00OF...+qi+note+4&dpPl=1&dpID=41r-snVVYwL&ref=plSrch
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Cool thanks
I rarely post but was browsing the forum and wanted to chime in. I Just picked up a refurbished note 4 on eBay. I'm coming from a LG G3.
I wanted wireless charging on this phone but didn't want the thicker Samsung back.
I order a qi receiver on eBay since the prices were a bit cheaper than amz. I purchased the type that sticks to your battery after aligning the pins correctly. The issue is that I didn't want to tape it to my battery though because I like to swap the batteries out and charged them outside the phone.
When I added qi to the lg g3, the receiver taped to the back of the phone cover so I was surprised to see this opposite. I figured why not do the same with this phone. I used household double sided tape to attach the note 4 qi receiver to the back of the phone cover. It took a few tries to make sure the pins lined up but works with no issues once correct . My qi receiver was only 8 bucks.
I hope this helps anybody.
teck1 said:
I rarely post but was browsing the forum and wanted to chime in. I Just picked up a refurbished note 4 on eBay. I'm coming from a LG G3.
I wanted wireless charging on this phone but didn't want the thicker Samsung back.
I order a qi receiver on eBay since the prices were a bit cheaper than amz. I purchased the type that sticks to your battery after aligning the pins correctly. The issue is that I didn't want to tape it to my battery though because I like to swap the batteries out and charged them outside the phone.
When I added qi to the lg g3, the receiver taped to the back of the phone cover so I was surprised to see this opposite. I figured why not do the same with this phone. I used household double sided tape to attach the note 4 qi receiver to the back of the phone cover. It took a few tries to make sure the pins lined up but works with no issues once correct . My qi receiver was only 8 bucks.
I hope this helps anybody.
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Does that one also have the nfc hardware? Or does the battery still supple the nfc circuit.
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I've had good luck with the fonesalesman one. Used it for over a year. I'll find the link and edit to add it.
Edit: link; http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00OF...+qi+note+4&dpPl=1&dpID=41r-snVVYwL&ref=plSrch
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Quick question.. The more research I do, the harder this becomes.. lol
Does your module trickle-charge when the battery gets to 100%, does it turn off? Or does it keep the phone supplied with power, but stops charging.
Turns off at 100% then starts charging again when the phone gets to 99% for example? Or does it just stay at 100%?
Does this depend on the Qi pad used? Or only the phone module? Both?
kevinds said:
Quick question.. The more research I do, the harder this becomes.. lol
Does your module trickle-charge when the battery gets to 100%, does it turn off? Or does it keep the phone supplied with power, but stops charging.
Turns off at 100% then starts charging again when the phone gets to 99% for example? Or does it just stay at 100%?
Does this depend on the Qi pad used? Or only the phone module? Both?
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I set mine on the pad at night and it shows 100% in the morning so it must trickle charge to keep it at 100%. It has a light on the choetech 3 coil pad I use that lights up when it detects the device is on the coil and drawing power.
I imagine this is based on both but not sure. I'm thinking the pad sits in a low power state and ramps up when it detects the device (indicates it knows it's there by the led on the pad). On the phone side, the phone controls when it draws current from the coil in the phone just the same as when it's plugged in. The inductive coil part is pretty simple and barebones.
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Does that one also have the nfc hardware? Or does the battery still supple the nfc circuit.
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I cannot confirm whether NFC works as I do not use it and I don't have any NFC devices.
I have experienced two issues with wireless charging since hooking it up. While my verdict is still iffy, i will continue to to test it out, as i love the concept.
The first night, the phone completely froze and i had to pull the battery. I had similar issues with my nexus 4 so i used an app called Safe Charge to help resolve my issue. I didn't bother testing a second night as i needed the alarm clock to work. I trusted that safe charge would fix the issue because i had similar issues on a nexus 4. And as expected, I had no issues since,. I'm wondering if i should continue this though as last night it didn't charge at all. I'm hoping i just i didn't put the cover back on right. i'll post back in a few days with updates.
Update: I think my issue was my case. I have started charging my phone without my it and my issue was resolved.
I also removed safe charge.
I'm guessing the fast charging wireless pad would work...?

Wireless charging worry free

I've seen more than a few questions arise about certain wireless chargers and restrictions, but don't worry. My wife has the Mophie wireless charging case and charging pad for the iPhone 7+ and the built wireless charging on the S8+ is compatible both with and without a case. So for anyone spending extra for a specific wireless charging package keep it simple it works!
It may not work with every FAST wireless charger... I have 6 that I used withe S7 Edge that worked great, but 4 of them do not work with the S8+ for no obvious reason....
link to the one you have....Also are you using your supplied cable?
I got the RooRoo (stupid name) on amazon for $21 and it's been working fine with my S8+. Got it for the S7E originally. Supports fast charge and doesn't have any trouble. Phones in a case and the charger is only tall enough to touch just below the camera.
Edit: I do both technically. If I need to use my phone or I am at work, I tend to just have a corded charger I use. Else wise I use the wireless stand.
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I've seen more than a few questions arise about certain wireless chargers and restrictions, but don't worry. My wife has the Mophie wireless charging case and charging pad for the iPhone 7+ and the built wireless charging on the S8+ is compatible both with and without a case. So for anyone spending extra for a specific wireless charging package keep it simple it works!
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happen to have a link for that charger? and how thick is the wifes iphone 7 case? im getting the poetic revolution case for my s8 and wondering if that will work. lol, this case doesnt look to be near as thick as the poetic one for my lg g4...but never tried wireless with it.
thank you
I noticed that the battery temperature hits 38 degrees C when wirless charging (both on fast and normal) while not exceed 26 C in weird non fast charging, ambient temp was 19 C in all cases.
Will the higher battery temp during wirless charging degrade the battery? Does anyone know?
Link to the one you have...
.. look up Mophie wireless charging base for iPhone7+ on Google I'm not allowed to post links yet per the site
viperkota said:
happen to have a link for that charger? and how thick is the wifes iphone 7 case? im getting the poetic revolution case for my s8 and wondering if that will work. lol, this case doesnt look to be near as thick as the poetic one for my lg g4...but never tried wireless with it.
thank you
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I have the s8+ she has the ip7+ hers is a charger case but her wireless charging pad from the Mophie charging brand works fine through my spigen case
I received my Samsung Wireless Fast Charger yesterday in the mail. Man, I LOVE this thing! 1st time using Wireless charging, I didn't know what i was missing....
Works just fine through my Spigen Neo Hybrid case on my S8+
I got 2 of the Elephas fast charge wireless stands for my S8+ and my wife's S8.. They don't work much at all, despite their positive reviews.. When using the adapter the came with the phones, they continue pause charging every second, until the phone gives up and says it's not compatible. If I plug them into a iphone adapter or a pc via usb, they charge but still randomly stop sometime through the night. Usually in the 80%'s.. Going to try different chargers..
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Link to the one you have...
.. look up Mophie wireless charging base for iPhone7+ on Google I'm not allowed to post links yet per the site
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This one?
mophie Charge Force Wireless Charging Base - Use with Wireless Battery Case and Othe... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N6NCZ9N/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_epn.ybE0KH2S0
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I got a cheap as chips wireless charger from Ebay, £5.99, Not fast charger, but works perfectly, stops charging when battery is full, got my supplied charger if i want to fast charge but for just general use sitting next to my laptop i love it. Can just pick the phone up and use it then lay it back down and it'll stay topped up. Was thinking of the official Samsung one.......glad i didn't
I have no idea why one would spend 1,000€ on a device then skimp on a 40-50€ Samsung charger? Like buying a Merc' or BMW etc then using xxxx 40€ seat covers or floor mats.
With all the controversy regarding the subject of third party chargers be they wall or wireless for the small financial difference I always go for the Samsung branded accessories. Typically me though, not all the same are we?
Ryland
Ryland Johnson said:
Typically me though, not all the same are we?
Ryland
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No.....some of us are skint and can't afford to shell out £50 on a charger
craftycarper1 said:
No.....some of us are skint and can't afford to shell out £50 on a charger
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Lol, I hear you. Now behave yourself lol, you can't be THAT skint to purchase the S8+ :highfive:
This is a tough debate. Numerous threads on XDA cover this point and so many owners have damaged their mobiles using third part chargers. At the very least take a very careful look at the specs on any third party charger and ensure they are identical to the charger that came in the box, even then there can be problems though? Its a gamble.
Please look after yourself and your mobile eh?
Ryland :good:
Easy to purchase when you have been on mobile contracts for donkeys years
The rating on my supplied charger says output is 5v - 2.0a and the wireless says 5v - 1000ma
Been wirless charging since the note 3 days.

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