I've seen magnetic connectors for microUSB but I've yet to see anything legitimate yet for USB-C. Anyone seen anything?
It's my opinion that magnetic connectors make more sense then wireless charging because you can charge in bed etc without your device having to be docked to charge. And with magnetic connectors there is also no wear on the charge port.
NCguy said:
I've seen magnetic connectors for microUSB but I've yet to see anything legitimate yet for USB-C. Anyone seen anything?
It's my opinion that magnetic connectors make more sense then wireless charging because you can charge in bed etc without your device having to be docked to charge. And with magnetic connectors there is also no wear on the charge port.
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ZNAPS if they ever ship the Type-C ones to backers.
Here's one (http://www.amazon.com/Universal-Det...197336&sr=1-1-catcorr&keywords=Magnetic+usb+c) but it dont do data.
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ZNAPS if they ever ship the Type-C ones to backers.
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I couldn't tell if the cable adapter went over a USBC or a microUSB cable? But it looks like 2.4 amps max?
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Here's one (http://www.amazon.com/Universal-Det...197336&sr=1-1-catcorr&keywords=Magnetic+usb+c) but it dont do data.
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I wasn't aware aware of this one. Thanks. I think the 2amp restriction is actually worse than no data. Probably worth waiting for a true USBC.
And that plug is round which defeats the purpose of leaving it in. The others are all flat and oval like. So you could leave it in all day
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ZNAPS if they ever ship the Type-C ones to backers.
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Did they ever agree the type c ones?.
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Did they ever agree the type c ones?.
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The company hasn't shipped anything yet. I'm beginning to wonder if they ever will.
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Did they ever agree the type c ones?.
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Yes they did as far as I know, but no one gas really gotten anything st this point including the microusb ones.
I guess it brings the safety and convenience back to newer MacBooks and other laptops with USB-C type connectors.
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The company hasn't shipped anything yet. I'm beginning to wonder if they ever will.
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I was SO close to backing them as well...
I'm confident they'll ship, they've been very good about staying in touch with us all throughout the process. I think they were getting pretty close to the final samples when they had that problem with the pogo pins because the company that was selling on mischaracterized the longevity of them.
The new ones look like they should be plenty good enough. Really looking forward to getting the micro USB ones for my xbox controllers and the USBC ones for my 6 P.
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I'm confident they'll ship, they've been very good about staying in touch with us all throughout the process. I think they were getting pretty close to the final samples when they had that problem with the pogo pins because the company that was selling on mischaracterized the longevity of them.
The new ones look like they should be plenty good enough. Really looking forward to getting the micro USB ones for my xbox controllers and the USBC ones for my 6 P.
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I bought both the microusb and Type-C ones, but I no longer have a microusb device becasue they were supposed to be released last year, now we might be lucky to get anything in Q1 2016.
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I bought both the microusb and Type-C ones, but I no longer have a microusb device becasue they were supposed to be released last year, now we might be lucky to get anything in Q1 2016.
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I'll take your MicroUSB ones if you want to sell them off when they show up, I've got other items I can use them for. Xbox One controllers, backup batteries, other stuff.
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I'll take your MicroUSB ones if you want to sell them off when they show up, I've got other items I can use them for. Xbox One controllers, backup batteries, other stuff.
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I will let you know if/when they ship You know me, I'm a skeptic
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I'll take your MicroUSB ones if you want to sell them off when they show up, I've got other items I can use them for. Xbox One controllers, backup batteries, other stuff.
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I've got some coming I no longer need now as well. I emailed them about a swap weeks ago for USB-C but got absolutely no response. I'm not very impressed.
sorry to bring back an old thread but figured better this than starting a new one.
are there any option in this regard yet? i'd love the option for a magnetic connector. thanks!
byproxy said:
sorry to bring back an old thread but figured better this than starting a new one.
are there any option in this regard yet? i'd love the option for a magnetic connector. thanks!
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This might be a good alternative:
ZAPTIP: World's First Magnetic USB-C Super Charger
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/zaptip-world-s-first-magnetic-usb-c-super-charger-phone#/
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Zaptip looks dead, but this one has actually started shipping their previous (lightning or microusb) project, and has a new project with usb c:
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/x-connect-world-s-1st-cross-device-magnetic-cable-apple-iphone#/
Bought this: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/391594582...49&var=660714785240&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT Any good?
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I know these cost more than the ones online, but are they any better?
Monster 1.5Ft High Speed Micro USB Cable
http://www.frys.com/product/6047058?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
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I know these cost more than the ones online, but are they any better?
Monster 1.5Ft High Speed Micro USB Cable
http://www.frys.com/product/6047058?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
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They are better if you don't like having money.
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They are better if you don't like having money.
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Lol
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The only great thing about monster is the profit margin they make stores. God I used to love convincing people how they "needed" a monster cable to get things to work the way they should. Of course this was when I made commision way back when I sold them lol.
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Dulanic said:
The only great thing about monster is the profit margin they make stores. God I used to love convincing people how they "needed" a monster cable to get things to work the way they should. Of course this was when I made commision way back when I sold them lol.
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Yeah, this. Monster is - ahem - bull****.
http://www.monoprice.com
What about this one. Seems to not be much more than if you ordered from monoprice
http://www.frys.com/product/5800573?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
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What about this one. Seems to not be much more than if you ordered from monoprice
http://www.frys.com/product/5800573?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
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Just order from monoprice and get the amazing gold plated microUSB cable for like a dollar.
LOL, Monster Cables.
Better one though is the Denon ethernet cable that costs $500: http://usa.denon.com/us/Product/Pag...roductId=f7d26b3a-05a6-4724-a5c1-2a63642a6206
muyoso said:
Just order from monoprice and get the amazing gold plated microUSB cable for like a dollar.
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This one?
http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10303&cs_id=1030307&p_id=5457&seq=1&format=2
Lol, I ordered those and a 6' one, shipped to my house for $5 even.
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This one?
http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10303&cs_id=1030307&p_id=5457&seq=1&format=2
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Yep. Bought that one for the car and bought 2 6ft ones for indoors. All work flawlessly.
I ordered some generic cables on eBay and they work just fine. I do like the way that the micro usb side of the cable that came with the phone is angled, making it easier to plug in in the dark.
I've looked online and found the Samsung replacement part but it appears they are only 2' 9" long (which is a LOT shorter than the cable that came with the phone).
Here's one of the sites where I found this:
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=38609&cat=888
Has anyone seen a longer (and possibly cheaper) cable like this?
Thanks!
Scott
scott47 said:
I ordered some generic cables on eBay and they work just fine. I do like the way that the micro usb side of the cable that came with the phone is angled, making it easier to plug in in the dark.
I've looked online and found the Samsung replacement part but it appears they are only 2' 9" long (which is a LOT shorter than the cable that came with the phone).
Here's one of the sites where I found this:
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=38609&cat=888
Has anyone seen a longer (and possibly cheaper) cable like this?
Thanks!
Scott
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Just buy the monoprice cable and score the right side of the microusb end with a knife or something so you can easily insert it in the dark.
Anyone seen one that is at a right angle that goes in the phone instead up straight up?
So when plugged in, in the car and mounted it doesn't go up like 2 inches before it turns back down.
**nevermind found one on ebay (searched usb cable micro angled)
I bought a 2 pack of retractable cables on ebay for portable charging. To my surprise they work to transfer data, too. It's interesting because the last retractable phone cable I bought could only be used to charge (samsung instinct)
Bought mine from NewEgg and an expensive one is about $15. I choose some that were $4 a piece. Works great
Just placed my order for 2 6ft ones. One to have at work and one at home.
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Anyone seen one that is at a right angle that goes in the phone instead up straight up?
So when plugged in, in the car and mounted it doesn't go up like 2 inches before it turns back down.
**nevermind found one on ebay (searched usb cable micro angled)
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do not get right angle! I made that mistake, it covers the 3.5 mm audio.
get an "Up angle" for a while usbfirewire.com was the only vendor and was $16 to $20 shipped depending on length, but they recently started showing up on ebay for $7 shipped.
I got an up angle from this vendor and it came fairly fast for hong kong (abut 7 days) and was a very good gauge and quality:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Usb-male-AM-up-angle-90-degree-micro-B-cable-/390255590008
$7 shipped
Can anyone recommend a *thin and flexible* USB charging cable? I bought these from Amazon and although they work fine, they are too stiff and thick and I am worried that they will damage my port with prolonged use since I have to bend the cable before the phone lies flat on the table while charging. There are many other options out there but it is hard to judge by the picture how thin and flexible the cable is. I am looking for something as thin and flexible as the OEM cable. Thanks
Got mine in the mail the other day. Took about 3 days or so to get. Very quick shipping. The usb part that plugs into the phone is pretty snug.
Hi, I hope you're doing well.
I'd like to purchase an additional high quality micro USB cables. Any thoughts on where I can get one?
I know eBay merchants have generic micro USB cables, but their quality may be lacking. Also, the Nexus 4 micro USB cable has 4 pins instead of 5 pins. Also, some generic low quality cables will charge slower.
Thanks!
Vic
Amazon is where I get most of my cables.
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Amazon is where I get most of my cables.
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Thanks for replying.
Is there a specific item or merchant that you'd recommend?
Will any of these cables work for the LG Nexus 4 for in-car USB charging?
1) http://www.amazon.com/LG-Micro-Data-Cable-Phones/dp/B003VQS47Q/;
2) http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Replacement-Charging-SPH-M330-Packaging/dp/B001XXUOQI/; and
3) http://www.amazon.com/SKQUE-DROID-Incredible-DataSync-Retractable/dp/B004AUSD50
Thank you.
VicVicVicx said:
Thanks for replying.
Is there a specific item or merchant that you'd recommend?
Will any of these cables work for the LG Nexus 4 for in-car USB charging?
1) http://www.amazon.com/LG-Micro-Data-Cable-Phones/dp/B003VQS47Q/;
2) http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Replacement-Charging-SPH-M330-Packaging/dp/B001XXUOQI/; and
3) http://www.amazon.com/SKQUE-DROID-Incredible-DataSync-Retractable/dp/B004AUSD50
Thank you.
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Numbers one and two would be fine but I would use caution if you have a case on your phone. The LG cable has a large plug and there may be clearance issues. I would not get the third one because I don't trust those retracting mechanisms. They look like they would break easily. Number 2 would be my choice.
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Numbers one and two would be fine but I would use caution if you have a case on your phone. The LG cable has a large plug and there may be clearance issues. I would not get the third one because I don't trust those retracting mechanisms. They look like they would break easily. Number 2 would be my choice.
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This is exactly what I wanted to know. I'm about to purchase a Ballistic Shell Gel case, so I'll pass on the LG cable.
Thank you very, very much!
Vic
Check out Monoprice as well.
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Of the three links you put, I wouldn't touch the third one with a 10ft pole. These are very common low quality cables mass produced, re-badged, and sold across the world. If you go to a Pound Store in England, these are the kind of cables you will see... without the logo. You can buy super-low quality cables anywhere, but you aren't guaranteed of their longevity, or quality... or even functionality. I bought a cheap cable from a Pound Store once because I needed one right away to charge my phone and it did just that. However, one day I figured I'd do some dev work and that cable was sitting on the side. I plugged in and nothing happened... strange... I plugged in a different device... again nothing. I tried a different cable and it worked fine. I chopped the cheap cable in half (only in the interests of science ) and it turns out the data cable, part of the USB standard plug, was totally missing. Only power and ground, (and maybe one of two data cables, i dont remember) was present.
I currently use an Akasa cable. Like most Akasa products, they are very durable. It never seems to wear out. Mine is thrown in my bag, used all over the place, pulled, plugged in, its heavily worn but it still works. It's not fashionable like the ones you put above, but it's very reliable.
Best of all, you can't beat the price at less than £3.
http://www.scan.co.uk/products/1m-a...)-to-micro-b-(male)-ideal-for-mobiles-cameras
You really don't need to spend much to get a good quality USB cable, but if you do buy cheap, you will no doubt be buying again very soon.
Jaxidian said:
Check out Monoprice as well.
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I got a couple of micro USB cables from monoprice and I can vouch they are very very high quality and you can get them in different lengths
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mariotme said:
I got a couple of micro USB cables from monoprice and I can vouch they are very very high quality and you can get them in different lengths
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Thanks for replying. I did a search on Monoprice and many, many results turned up. Do you have a recommendation for a ~3-foot USB to micro USB cable for the Nexus 4 (4 pins, I believe)? Thanks!
Vic
VicVicVicx said:
Thanks for replying. I did a search on Monoprice and many, many results turned up. Do you have a recommendation for a ~3-foot USB to micro USB cable for the Nexus 4 (4 pins, I believe)? Thanks!
Vic
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No problem buddy!
I currently use this http://www.monoprice.com/mobile/Pro...Id=103&categoryId=10303&subCategoryId=1030307 on my nexus 7 and galaxy S3. My nexus 4 hasn't arrived yet :banghead:
Here is a 3ft version of the same cable
http://www.monoprice.com/mobile/Pro...Id=103&categoryId=10303&subCategoryId=1030307
Best of luck :thumbup:
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mariotme said:
No problem buddy!
I currently use this http://www.monoprice.com/mobile/Pro...Id=103&categoryId=10303&subCategoryId=1030307 on my nexus 7 and galaxy S3. My nexus 4 hasn't arrived yet :banghead:
Here is a 3ft version of the same cable
http://www.monoprice.com/mobile/Pro...Id=103&categoryId=10303&subCategoryId=1030307
Best of luck :thumbup:
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I'll be placing an order for one later today! I shouldn't have purchased the one from Amazon yesterday.
Hi
I bought a cheap Chinese USB charger cable for my N4 and I feel like it doesn't charge as well as the original... (although I use the same AC power)
Could it be ? or is it just me ?
It's the cheap cabling, I have the same issue with cheap 3 metre cabling I bought on eBay.
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So you paid less than usual for something and now it's performance is worse than usual. What a shocker.
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SMillerNL said:
So you paid less than usual for something and now it's performance is worse than usual. What a shocker.
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@SMillerNL = You should see the annual report of some of the big western companies to figure that most of their profits comes from people like you
get a proper usb cable, i got a cheap Chinese one and the usb split on one side and the connection to the phone was too short so i had to cut some of the insulation off.
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@SMillerNL = You should see the annual report of some of the big western companies to figure that most of their profits comes from people like you
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It's not that I don't buy cheap stuff, it's that I don't expect it to have the same quality.
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Can anyone advise which cable to buy, if someone had experience with any particular cable?
It's not that I don't wanna pay, or that I look for cheap one.. but still there are some limits
Just looking for good one. Friend bought few cables, they were so stiff I was afraid they will break if you wiggle them, and micro usb port was also hard to inject into phone..was afraid to break micro usb port..
Was looking on LG web, couldn't find it for buy..
So, looking if someone have experience with some particular cable. TnX
Best cables I have ever used. Very high quality, they feel very much like (dare I say it), Apple cables with the hard shell.
http://www.monoprice.com/Product?c_id=103&cp_id=10303&cs_id=1030307&p_id=9761&seq=1&format=2
http://www.monoprice.com/Product?c_id=103&cp_id=10303&cs_id=1030307&p_id=9762&seq=1&format=2
I use the monoprice premium cables too. Had it for a couple months and no breaks yet. And life time warranty. Better than the amazon basic cables.
Ah yes, already checked monoprice, looks like good quality cables, but problem is that they don't ship to my country
And even if they did, I checked country next to mine, price would be ~20$, so..
TnX anyway
Try amazon. I bought mine through there.
Have you thought about wireless chargers? Fry's usually has those for about $20, and they come with a USB cord.
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Hi
I bought a cheap Chinese USB charger cable for my N4 and I feel like it doesn't charge as well as the original... (although I use the same AC power)
Could it be ? or is it just me ?
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That kind Sir, is called: A NO BRAINER
1.Someone have\tried visible led cable type?how his quality?charge time?...?
Thanks very much!
I have a feeling I might be one of the few that actually went with this option, but when I backed them, I ended up switching to the USB-C connector they added. Figured I would go for it based off all the Nexus/USB-C rumors, future-proof it. I'm just a little bummed I will have to wait till March at the earliest for it =(.
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I have a feeling I might be one of the few that actually went with this option, but when I backed them, I ended up switching to the USB-C connector they added. Figured I would go for it based off all the Nexus/USB-C rumors, future-proof it. I'm just a little bummed I will have to wait till March at the earliest for it =(.
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Yes sir I'm a backer. 2 USB micro and 1 USB c I'm waiting for. Looking forward to it. If they meet their deadlines I'll be surprised
I am, but currently its just the micro usb one. Im about to order the usb c version since i just pre-ordered the 6P.
I backed and it and bought 3 of the Micro usb and 3 Type-C ones. I haven't heard anything since placing my order a while ago.
They literally just sent an email after I posted
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I have a feeling I might be one of the few that actually went with this option, but when I backed them, I ended up switching to the USB-C connector they added. Figured I would go for it based off all the Nexus/USB-C rumors, future-proof it. I'm just a little bummed I will have to wait till March at the earliest for it =(.
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You say March is when you have to wait... am I missing something? I just pre-ordered a few of the Type-C ones off of their site and it says they'll ship in January.
Anyway, thanks for this thread because I originally backed the KS but cancelled because I didn't want to risk wasting the $$ for a few months of use with the Micro-USB before Type-C started to come out, and I completely forgot about these!
Those are pretty cool, might order me some
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Yes sir I'm a backer. 2 USB micro and 1 USB c I'm waiting for. Looking forward to it. If they meet their deadlines I'll be surprised
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Yeah, I'm a backer of the Sesame smart lock, and at this point it's pretty common place to be incredibly late. I'm expecting around may-june for these.
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They literally just sent an email after I posted
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Haha, was gonna say after I read your first post that they just sent out an update.
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You say March is when you have to wait... am I missing something? I just pre-ordered a few of the Type-C ones off of their site and it says they'll ship in January.
Anyway, thanks for this thread because I originally backed the KS but cancelled because I didn't want to risk wasting the $$ for a few months of use with the Micro-USB before Type-C started to come out, and I completely forgot about these!
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Hmm...just checked the kickstarter page again, it's definitely a march shipping date for usb-c, not sure where you're getting January from. No problem though =).
I had backed them, then dropped out because I don't believe this product will function well / as advertised, and I think it'll end up being crap.
But when / if I'm proven wrong, I'll pick one up
I doubt these will support 3A charging
They will.
I backed, bought 2 full sets of micro USB and 2 of the USB C type. I can use the micros as breakaways for my xbox one controllers.
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I doubt these will support 3A charging
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according to them it doesn't inhibit speed/power as it is just a pass-through. we will see though. they said its compatible with QC2.0 but who knows about 3.0
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Hmm...just checked the kickstarter page again, it's definitely a march shipping date for usb-c, not sure where you're getting January from. No problem though =).
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If you pre-order from their website it gives January 2016 as the shipping date.
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I doubt these will support 3A charging
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According to the information on their kickstarter, they will, but they could be lying of course. It is kickstarter after all.
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If you pre-order from their website it gives January 2016 as the shipping date.
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Man, i hope so...realistic is April-May though.
I'm a backer too, bought 4 sets of micro usb, before I thought about getting the Nexus. Just added some USB-C, not sure when they'll ship.
I'm a backer too from the kick starter. I ordered 1 micro USB and 2 type C connectors.
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Let's hope they at least deliver the micro USB ones on time because I need one for my Shield I'm using 'need' loosely here but I knwo the Type-C ones will take forever...
Hope they come soon. My Oneplus just ate through my 6 foot anker cable. Only lasted like 3 months.
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i ordered usb-c and mini ones. They claim they work with QC 2.0 so decent chance the will work with nexus quick charge. We will see.
This product looks amazing, really hoping it works as well as advertised, and if so going to be buying quite a few. Probably going to Preorder a usb-c one tonight although I'm guessing it probably won't ship until end of 1Q 2016.
Can anyone recommend a good car charger for the V30? Thanks!
Any one that is quick charge 3.0. I recommend Anker.
I'm curious to know if there are any American or Japanese made chargers. I see plenty of reviews of various brands but nobody actually cracking these things open evaluate the quality of the components inside.
I've been using a Belkin car charger I picked up last year for my V20. It has a hard wired lead for the USB-C and an extra USB port if you want to plug in another device.
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I'm curious to know if there are any American or Japanese made chargers. I see plenty of reviews of various brands but nobody actually cracking these things open evaluate the quality of the components inside.
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Last year we had Benson. His charts are still around the internet somewhere. Not sure if he's still testing cords and chargers or if he's given up at this point.
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Can anyone recommend a good car charger for the V30? Thanks!
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01I0RQY3Q/
I have one of these. I bought one for my girlfriend, as well.