Aftermarket USB cable and rapid charging - Moto G6 Accessories

Got a new G6 and now I have to replace my micro USB aftermarket cables with USB C cables that fit the G6. Do I need a special type of cable for rapid charging to work? or to connect the G6 to a computer?
I have an Anker 4-port charger and a rapid car charger.
Should I be looking at any special USB C cable, or will anything like these work?
https://www.amazon.com/Braided-Charger-Compatible-Samsung-Macbook/dp/B073WV3KCD/
https://www.amazon.com/TNSO-Braided-Charger-Charging-Samsung/dp/B07MHTN8RS/
https://www.amazon.com/SMALLElectric-Braided-Charger-Samsung-Nintendo/dp/B01I4ZOIQY/
or can I get a pack of Type-C to Micro-USB adapters and use it with the cables I have. Will it support rapid charging?
Thanks

I've been able to use turbocharging on my G6+ using my older micro USB cables with micro USB to USB C adapters.
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So the longer the cable, the less likely it'll read properly to turbo charge. When I had my Moto G6 play, the supplied charger would only turbo charge with certain cords. The longer braided ones wouldn't work properly unless I put it in an old Moto Z/Droid turbo charger. It was odd.
Then I ordered braided 3 ft cables for Moto Z, it wouldn't turbo charge with the car charger anymore. Seems to be very finicky. If the cable is advertised as turbo, and it doesn't work, return it and try another.
Good luck!

Using an Aukey two-port charger rated for QuickCharge3, and the moto reads it just fine as TurboCharge. Make SURE that your USB cable is actually rated as at least USB3.1. (alternately called USB 3.1 Gen 2) There are a lot of el cheapo cables out there which are either USB3.0 or even USB 2.0 with a type C connector slapped on them. Also remember that USB 3.1 cables are length sensetive, and should not be over 2 meteres (about 6 ft) long unless you are using what is called an 'active cable.' These have microchips in their connectors and are generally more expensive.
from Wikipedia ""A device with a Type-C connector does not necessarily implement USB 3.1, USB Power Delivery, or any Alternate Mode: the Type-C connector is common to several technologies while mandating only a few of them.[5][6]""

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Motorola Mini-USB to Micro-USB Charger Adapter

I just got this today.
If your looking for a Motorola Mini-USB to Micro-USB Charger Adapter.
Tried it on the G1 house charger and it showed it charging.
Tommorrow I see if it can get the phone to a full charge.
I tried it on my Motorola P790 Portable Charger, And it showed it charging.
On the next few day I see how much it can charger up the phone.
RESULT WILL BE HERE --->>>> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=13993689#post13993689
UPDATE
Data connection is possible with this adapter.
I use a cable from a Seagate external drive and this Mini-USB to Micro-USB Charger Adapter I moved files from phone to pc & files pc to phone no problem.
Motorola Mini-USB to Micro-USB Charger Adapter
Product Features
Motorola micro USB adapter lets you use a mini USB / EMU charger to charge devices with a micro USB power port.
Female Mini USB / EMU to Male Micro USB connector
Brand: OEM / Motorola
OEM Part #: SKN6252
NOTE: Some of the devices might NOT support cable's charging function by the factory setting. Please refer to the user manual for detail.
I bought from this seller on Amazone fast shipping and free shipping. I bought from them in the past.
http://www.amazon.com/Motorola-Mini-USB-Micro-USB-Charger-Adapter/dp/B0018L4GOQ/ref=pd_sim_cps_1
Yea I have a ton of those guys. Very nice
Back when MicroUSB was just coming about, my new phone had micro while my bluetooth headset and work blackberry used the older miniUSB.
Instead of buying all new chargers and car kits, I opted for those guys. Works great and an awesome solution. All of my data and charger cables are miniUSB with one of those bad boys on it. So I can use 1 cable for a wide array of devices.
Typically they are like $1.xx so buy them up.

Home and car turbocharge compatible chargers.

Let's discuss what wall and car chargers you have been able to charge the phone with.
I haven't bought it yet, but the Tronsmart 33 watt dual charger for the car looks promising: https://goo.gl/a3vada
I have a Tronsmart quick charge 3.0 home charger right now, but I don't have my phone yet. When I'm able to test it, I'll let everyone know.
Of course, if you are going to use a USB A to USB C cable, make sure it isn't a cheap one. Apparently there are reports of bad cables that may short out.
A question I have is: Can we get the full use of the Turbocharge with a USB A to USB C cable? Or do we need to go straight USB C to USB C? ANSWER, according to @tea_dub84: Possible that you will need USB C to USB C cables to achieve fastest charging.
Some helpful information:
Discussion on charging: Moto Z Force's TurboPower™: QuickCharge or USB-PD?
Some people who have had luck with Turbocharging:
@blynkofaneye: Aukey Wall Charger, Aukey Car Charger
Chargers that do NOT turbocharge:
@hbar98: Quick Charge 3.0, CHOETECH 6-Port USB Charging Station with 2 Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 Ports, USB A to C Cable and Charger Cradle for OnePlus 3 LG G5, Galaxy S6/S7/Edge, HTC 10, iPhone, iPad and More
hbar98 said:
I know it's kind of early to post this, but if anyone can post chargers for home or the car that work with the Moto Z, I'm sure that would help others out greatly.
I haven't bought it yet, but the Tronsmart 33 watt dual charger for the car looks promising: https://goo.gl/a3vada
I have a Tronsmart quick charge 3.0 home charger right now, but I don't have my phone yet. When I'm able to test it, I'll let everyone know.
Of course, if you are going to use a USB A to USB C cable, make sure it isn't a cheap one. Apparently there are reports of bad cables that may short out.
A question I have is: Can we get the full use of the Turbocharge with a USB A to USB C cable? Or do we need to go straight USB C to USB C?
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Most definitely going to need usb c to usb c for the fastest charging. With a usb a end I believe the best amp rating we can get is 2.4a but usually around 2. To turbo charge the Moto Z and for it to recognize turbo charging you need at least 5v at 3amps (15watts). The stock turbo charger outputs 5v at 5.7 amps (28.5watts). Our phones don't follow Qualcomm quick charge standards. I believe our phones follow the usb power delivery standard for charging.
I gave up looking and went to the local Verizon store. I was having an issue that the only charger that would charge my moto mod battery, Incipio, was the supplied charger with the phone.
They had usb c chargers in stock. I tested out the home charger and it turbo charged my phone then started to charge the battery mod. Then tested the usb c car charger and it turbo charged my phone then switched to charging the mod.
So needless to say I'm satisfied.
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mobrules777 said:
I gave up looking and went to the local Verizon store. I was having an issue that the only charger that would charge my moto mod battery, Incipio, was the supplied charger with the phone.
They had usb c chargers in stock. I tested out the home charger and it turbo charged my phone then started to charge the battery mod. Then tested the usb c car charger and it turbo charged my phone then switched to charging the mod.
So needless to say I'm satisfied.
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Guess Ill be getting the verizon car charger, thank you for that wasnt sure it would turbo charge...or charge at all...Ive had problems with verizon branded chargers in the past
LeeMullinsII said:
Guess Ill be getting the verizon car charger, thank you for that wasnt sure it would turbo charge...or charge at all...Ive had problems with verizon branded chargers in the past
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Any chargers (home and car) online that use usb-c to usb-c cables should turbo charge the phone...
NONE of them (including the VZW) will charge as fast as the one that came in the box...but they will turbo charge
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First picture is using the Verizon usb c fast charger. Not bad and it did pop up saying turbo charging.
Just to compare the second photo is using the supplied charger that came with phone. Huge difference.
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Metfanant said:
Any chargers (home and car) online that use usb-c to usb-c cables should turbo charge the phone...
NONE of them (including the VZW) will charge as fast as the one that came in the box...but they will turbo charge
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Any USB C to C charger will *work*, but they won't turbo charge since Motorola doesn't use QC 2 or 3. It uses the USB C charging standard with a twist. I have tried a couple chargers, and the phone will always pop up a box telling that to enable turbocharge I need to use a turbocharge charger, etc...
The Z Force charges with a 5v at 5.7a, and many chargers won't put out that much power. I've seen a lot of 3a and 5a chargers, but few 5.7a.
If you're lucky enough to have a USB C port on a PC/Mac, it will turbo charge the phone as fast as the stock charger, provided you use a good quality C to C cable. It will also let you transfer data to the phone at insane speeds.
Verizon sells TWO car chargers that are Type-C one of them states Qualcomm QC 3.0 and the other does not but both show they are rated at 5V/3A (15 watts)
Has anyone tried one with the VZ branding? If so, which model was it? SKU #TYPECPDQC3VPC or SKU #TYPECPDVPC ?
So I ended up getting the SKU #TYPECPDQC3VPC and it works fine in turbo mode. Go with that one for the car!
I picked up the following charger from amazon with a discount from snagshout.com. Seems to work as it should, have only used it twice though.
Quick Charge 3.0 Silipower 39W car charger attached 3.3ft USB-C connector for 5V 3A charging Nexus 5X/6P, HTC 10 & other Type-C Devices, QC3.0 for LG G4/G5, Galaxy S7/S6/Edge, HTC| Qualcomm Certified
I'm Brazillian and I bought the AUKEY Car Charger mentioned on the first post on Ebay and it works with Turbo Charger. I have a Moto Z Play (XT1635-02).
In Portuguese :
Sou Brasileiro e comprei o Aukey Car Charger citado no primeiro post pelo Ebay e carregou com o Turbo Charger. Tenho um Moto Z Play (XT1635-02)
I've got a Pixel charger I use at home, and a Verizon QC3/USB-PD vehicle charger
Vehicle - https://goo.gl/Pa1QWW
I bought this charger :
https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Type-C-5-Port-Charger-PowerPort/dp/B01D8C6ULO/
It works perfectly on turbo power via the usb c port.
It follows a Motorola Proprietary Power Delivery, compatible with other USB Type-C Power Delivery devices up to 5V/3A max
The Verizon TYPECPDQC3VPC, TYPECPDVPC car chargers and TYPECPDQC3TVL wall charger will charge 5V/3A. (I bought mine off ebay as Verizon/Xentris non-branded for $9 each~ YMMV)
Reference https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets...f_TX8/pubhtml#
I think most usb type-c PD chargers will "fast charge" up to 5V/3A, only the Motorola TubroPower 30 has the capability to do 5V/5.7A proprietary "turbo charge".. It was $20 shipped on Verizon 'til recently, that's where I bought mine.
I bought this charger for home, it's the verizon oem from xentris with the logo marked over. http://www.ebay.com/itm/351967678957
clockcycle said:
I bought this charger for home, it's the verizon oem from xentris with the logo marked over. http://www.ebay.com/itm/351967678957
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And does it turbo charge?

Motorola TurboPower 30 USB Type-C Wall Charger 50% off $20 @Verizon

UPDATE 11/15/2016 Tested with my Pixel XL and it charges up to 1640mA at 70-86% charge according to Ampere (same as stock), it went up to as far as 3470mA!! Ampere is kraykray
https://www.verizonwireless.com/accessories/motorola-turbopower-30-usb-type-c-wall-charger-89909n/
Description
Get a quick burst of power when you need it. For example, the TurboPower™ 30 charger delivers up to 15 hours of power in just 15 minutes* to the Moto Z Force Droid smartphone†. TurboPower 30 is compatible with most devices using the new USB Type-C technology†.
No wrong way to plug it in
Because of its reversible plug, there's no wrong way to attach a USB Type-C connector. Unlike its predecessors, it connects whichever way you try to plug it in… there's no right side up or upside down.
What is USB Type-C?
USB Type-C is positioned to become a universal standard, replacing and doing all the work of USB connections that came before it. USB Type-C is backward compatible (adapters sold separately and available at Verizon).
How do I know which USB charger or cable to purchase?
Trying to visually determine the correct USB connector may result in error. To ensure the correct USB connector is selected, please consult your device's online or hard copy user manual. If you need a cable to join a USB Type-C device and a non-USB-Type-C peripheral, also determine the port type of the peripheral device. Verizon sells backward compatible USB Type-C cables and chargers separately.
What's in the box
TurboPower 30 USB Type-C Wall Charger, warranty card.
Features
Charges compatible devices exceptionally quickly*
For most mobile devices with USB Type-C charging ports
Compatible with Moto Z Droid and Moto Z Force Droid smartphones
*Not all devices will charge at the same rate. Some devices may not be able to utilize the full 28.5 W.
†Battery must be substantially depleted. Charging rate slows as charging progresses.
Specs
Specifications
Dimensions: 2.0 x 2.2 x 1.3 in.
Weight: 4.8 oz.
Standard output: 5 V/up to 5.7 A under control of Power Delivery compatible device
Power output: 28.5 W
Power cord length: 4.5 ft
Is this compatible with our Pixel XLs?...I realize it's type C but I've read some chargers can damage the battery & I'd like to avoid that
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4shlr said:
Is this compatible with our Pixel XLs?...I realize it's type C but I've read some chargers can damage the battery & I'd like to avoid that
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It is on the Benson Leung & Nathan K spread sheet. It is not the BEST, or highest recommended, but it does meet specifications and requirements. It has it's own cable and it is usb c power delivery compliant. Normally $40, on sale.
REF: http://forum.xda-developers.com/pixel/accessories/usb-c-c-c-cables-t3493357
This charger is still on sale at Verizon, works fantastically with my Pixel XL

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?
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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.
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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.

Type-C USB charger that's powered by a type-C USB charger?

I have a spare 65W laptop charger (USB PD with type-C connector) at work and as I'd like to sometimes charge two or three devices, I've been looking for a type-C charger with two or three outputs that could also take power from male USB type-C connector. Output needs are modest, nominal maximum would be 25W + 10W PD for my personal and work phones, a possible third device would be something low power, earphones or smartwatch.
Haven't found anything so far. Too radical? DIY ideas welcome too.
There are a plethora of USB-C PD chargers available on Amazon. Most have 2 ports. What exactly do you mean by "male" USB-C connector? All USB type C cables have female ends; the male connectors are on the devices themselves.
Most earbuds/smartwatches aren't fast charging capable, so you should be able to use a regular 2 amp USB port.
Would this work for you? Brand is questionable, I don't particularly trust off brand electronics on Amazon, but Anker's chargers all have 2 USB-C ports.
Hm, I thought male is universal for plug. Wikipedia seems to agree, see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USB-C for terminology.
To restate, I'm looking for a charger with two or three type-C outputs, at least two of them PD. And power in from type-C too. Not mains. I can try to draw a diagram if it's still unclear.

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