Recommend a Qi charger
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I have 3 of these scattered throughout my house - http://www.amazon.com/UPGRADED-Wirel...dp/B00C40OG22/
The surface is non-slip and 2 of the 3 pads charge reasonably quick. One of them has always charged relatively slowly, however. But....I just noticed when I looked at the Amazon listing that it needs at least 2 amps, and the USB adapter I have in the problem location is just a single amp.
The surface is non-slip and 2 of the 3 pads charge reasonably quick. One of them has always charged relatively slowly, however. But....I just noticed when I looked at the Amazon listing that it needs at least 2 amps, and the USB adapter I have in the problem location is just a single amp.
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The unbranded eBay on was about 60% less ($6.75 shipped from NY) and was slightly different. The biggest problem was that the microUSB port didn't accept any cables except the 3' cable included with the package. The six other cables I tried wiggle too much inside the port so it doesn't charge. To the seller's credit, I complained last night, and a new one is already being shipped out to me this morning.
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I have one of these, and it seems to be working OK. Not as good as the LG one but way cheaper, and a ring of semi-grippy material (which the LG does not have).
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Qi-Wireless-...item2ed4c6f705
Note: Did not buy from this seller and not this listing exactly, so I should say I have one like it.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Qi-Wireless-...item2ed4c6f705
Note: Did not buy from this seller and not this listing exactly, so I should say I have one like it.
I also have an expensive Samsung one, rectangular and white. Both seem to charge as fast as each other.
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The unbranded eBay on was about 60% less ($6.75 shipped from NY) and was slightly different. The biggest problem was that the microUSB port didn't accept any cables except the 3' cable included with the package. The six other cables I tried wiggle too much inside the port so it doesn't charge. To the seller's credit, I complained last night, and a new one is already being shipped out to me this morning.
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/111424148317
I just got one a week ago from a seller in NY - I guess I've been lucky that it's worked so far...
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Was it like one of these?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/111424148317
I just got one a week ago from a seller in NY - I guess I've been lucky that it's worked so far...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/111424148317
I just got one a week ago from a seller in NY - I guess I've been lucky that it's worked so far...
I'm going to take my chances on this one. http://www.ebay.com/itm/331333648897 $33 using coupon code CELLSAVE5ON20 (expires tonight).
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I'm going to take my chances on this one. http://www.ebay.com/itm/331333648897 $33 using coupon code CELLSAVE5ON20 (expires tonight).
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...uct_refresh_T1
This one finally dropped in price and is also now Prime eligible. Picked one up to try with my new Nexus 7 tablets.
This one finally dropped in price and is also now Prime eligible. Picked one up to try with my new Nexus 7 tablets.
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...uct_refresh_T1
This one finally dropped in price and is also now Prime eligible. Picked one up to try with my new Nexus 7 tablets.
This one finally dropped in price and is also now Prime eligible. Picked one up to try with my new Nexus 7 tablets.
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I'm going to take my chances on this one. http://www.ebay.com/itm/331333648897 $33
Same style of charger is available for $32 with Prime shipping on Amazon. My favorite style charger for use on a nightstand.
I now have six qi chargers at home, and one at work. I think I'm done shopping now. Now to convince more manufacturers to produce qi-compatible phones...
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http://www.amazon.com/Wireless-3-Coi...5838679&sr=8-4
Same style of charger is available for $32 with Prime shipping on Amazon. My favorite style charger for use on a nightstand.
I now have six qi chargers at home, and one at work. I think I'm done shopping now. Now to convince more manufacturers to produce qi-compatible phones...
Same style of charger is available for $32 with Prime shipping on Amazon. My favorite style charger for use on a nightstand.
I now have six qi chargers at home, and one at work. I think I'm done shopping now. Now to convince more manufacturers to produce qi-compatible phones...
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That depends on the model. The International (unlocked) version comes with the Qi back. The T-Mobile one needs either the new back cover, or the Quickview flip case with wireless charging. Then there is the AT&T version which uses a different wireless charging technology. All very messy actually. I had to spend $80 to get my quickcircle flip case with wireless charging.
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If your battery door has four pins on it like in the picture below, then it will do wireless charging.
Otherwise, you'll need to buy the replacement back (just an example, I'm sure it's cheaper elsewhere) or something like this...
http://www.amazon.com/LG-Wireless-Ch.../dp/B00MMRWS5E
Otherwise, you'll need to buy the replacement back (just an example, I'm sure it's cheaper elsewhere) or something like this...
http://www.amazon.com/LG-Wireless-Ch.../dp/B00MMRWS5E