Does anyone have this case yet? I already ordered it, but I have no idea if it will work with the N7's magnet to wake feature.
You would think it would since Google is selling it, but I dunno. If it doesn't - It would have been nice for them to tell us about the feature so we could hold off on ordering cases.
Good question! I'd really like to know this as well. I thought someone on here said they had already received their case from Google.
If it doesn't just go to a crafts store and pick up some a role of sticky magnet tape. Cut a very tiny circle and adhere it to the lid where the sensor will be on the device.
Problem solved.
soldeus said:
If it doesn't just go to a crafts store and pick up some a role of sticky magnet tape. Cut a very tiny circle and adhere it to the lid where the sensor will be on the device.
Problem solved.
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Awesome, I didn't know magnetic tape existed / was so readily available.
soldeus said:
If it doesn't just go to a crafts store and pick up some a role of sticky magnet tape. Cut a very tiny circle and adhere it to the lid where the sensor will be on the device.
Problem solved.
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Thats a brilliant suggestion thanks. Do you know if the polarity was A or B?
Ill have to do this if a magnet isnt in the cover. easy fix!
ugh. There's no magnet case. The magnets are there to hold the pogo pins to the dock. It's how pogo pins work. If it were a cable how else would it stick to the pins? The sleep feature is in case you want to turn off the screen while charging or playing music, or if it were possible for a MHL dock.
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ugh. There's no magnet case. The magnets are there to hold the pogo pins to the dock. It's how pogo pins work. If it were a cable how else would it stick to the pins? The sleep feature is in case you want to turn off the screen while charging or playing music, or if it were possible for a MHL dock.
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As reasonable as your argument is, have you seen where the magnetic spot is? Its a few inches above the pogo pins from what I've read
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jptech said:
ugh. There's no magnet case. The magnets are there to hold the pogo pins to the dock. It's how pogo pins work. If it were a cable how else would it stick to the pins? The sleep feature is in case you want to turn off the screen while charging or playing music, or if it were possible for a MHL dock.
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I do believe pogo pins work via spring contacts, not magnetism.
Sienna Hanon said:
I do believe pogo pins work via spring contacts, not magnetism.
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Makes a lot more sense.
Sienna Hanon said:
I do believe pogo pins work via spring contacts, not magnetism.
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Yep, that is exactly how they work, as seen in the Galaxy Nexus landscape dock.
Though the positioning of the magnetism sensor on the Nexus 7 seems to be rather odd, bottom left...(probably just internal spacing constraints though). It would make a bit more sense for it to be on the right side, but that's probably just me.
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Awesome, I didn't know magnetic tape existed / was so readily available.
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After some testing and questions on my you tube video of the screen off/on behavior there seems to be some dependence on the type of magnet used. Those soft flexible magnets like some refrigerator magnets don't seem to work. I don't know if its the type of material that makes them ineffective or the strength. Magnetic tape might not work.
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As reasonable as your argument is, have you seen where the magnetic spot is? Its a few inches above the pogo pins from what I've read
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The "spot" is actually right where the pogo pins are. Maybe towards the top of the pogo pin area but certainly not inches away.
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So I got one of these:
http://www.capdase.com/en/product5.php?cid=9&bid=1&mid=6&pid=22501
And I can't seem to lock it into place into the cigarette lighter - it still swivels even after using the locking clip. Anyone know how to lock it into place?
Careful with those things. I've seen them break the power plug right out of the dash. There's really not a lot of structure holding those things in the dash.
I'm with barry on this one. The 12v socket is likely only secured by the plastic face of your dash. There is nothing behind it to support any kind of weight.
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So I got one of these:
http://www.capdase.com/en/product5.php?cid=9&bid=1&mid=6&pid=22501
And I can't seem to lock it into place into the cigarette lighter - it still swivels even after using the locking clip. Anyone know how to lock it into place?
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There should be a plastic/ rubber ring on the part that goes into the lighter.
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OP, how is the car charger mount. I'm thinking about buying the same one. Do you recommend this product? Thanks
Be sure adjust the screw and tighten it once you are satisfy with the angle. It does get wobbling while drive but it won't be coming off. I got the cup holder from them too, but comes with 2 ports and 2 use plugs
I bought the Capdase Mini Car mount ( http://www.capdase.com/en/product5.php?cid=1&bid=27&mid=865&pid=11705 ) and it fits nicely with my Anymode VIP Flip Case. The only drawback is with the flip case my Note 2 adds more weight and the mini car mount is not that stable when my car hit any pothole and it will come off. The solution is, I used masking tape, sealing the ball joint/head of the mount and now it is very sturdy...
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So I got one of these:
http://www.capdase.com/en/product5.php?cid=9&bid=1&mid=6&pid=22501
And I can't seem to lock it into place into the cigarette lighter - it still swivels even after using the locking clip. Anyone know how to lock it into place?
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How happy are you with your purchase? Looks really interesting! Any comment on the fear of breaking the 12V outlet due to the weight?
I saw the surface and fell in love with their keyboard dock, and was wondering if there was anything like it for my nexus. I thinking would be really cool+ sell a lot of such thing existed.
What do you exactly mean by "Windows 8" (an operating system) "keyboard dock" (something between a docking station and a keyboard)?
elegos said:
What do you exactly mean by "Windows 8" (an operating system) "keyboard dock" (something between a docking station and a keyboard)?
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I ment the cool keyboard dock that doubles a a screen cover
link?
elegos said:
link?
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I take it Microsoft isn't advertising these things all over TV and the magazines in Italy then?
http://www.engadget.com/2012/06/18/hands-on-with-microsoft-surface-for-windows-rt/
I wonder is there is a way to mod the official one, because the nexus has pins on the side like on the surface tablet, and the keyboard connects onto these pins
No, there's no way to modify the official one as the pogo pins are power (+/-) and audio (left|right channel).
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I saw the surface and fell in love with their keyboard dock, and was wondering if there was anything like it for my nexus. I thinking would be really cool+ sell a lot of such thing existed.
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You mean the Surface RT Smart Cover. There are some bluetooth keyboards integrated with a case, search for that.
monoik said:
You mean the Surface RT Smart Cover. There are some bluetooth keyboards integrated with a case, search for that.
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None are as pretty or as thin and simple as the Surface dock, all the nexus ones are fat and and heavy.
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I wonder is there is a way to mod the official one, because the nexus has pins on the side like on the surface tablet, and the keyboard connects onto these pins
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There is no way to mod the surface keyboard. The surface does have pogo pins but it has two more pins while our nexus 7 has 4.
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I mean if we could get the data pin in/out and the schematics we could make it USB and us it with a otg adapter
look at e-bay and search for
Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard Stand Case Cover for Google Nexus 7
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look at e-bay and search for
Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard Stand Case Cover for Google Nexus 7
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Those are really bulky, I have searched for hours for something like the surface dock, I wish they sold USB versions...
has anyone found (or have a link to) a nexus 10 case that does not have any magnets on it? maybe a case with a strap to keep it closed?
also, how about a usb keyboard case for the nexus 10 that doesn't have any magnets on the case either?
from what i've seen from countless searching, all of them have magnets for closure and for the auto sleep/wake function.
anyone?
jamaaal said:
anyone?
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Here's something to get you started
http://shop.portenzo.com/nexus-10/
They are known for their amazing iPad cases. So I am sure that carries over to their N10 cases as well
Another. They are very high end and quality is top notch
http://www.noreve.com/langue/en/product/Samsung_Google_Nexus_10_Tradition_leather_case.html?ref=80
If you would like sleeves,
http://www.sfbags.com/products/tablet-cases/nexus-cases.php
Again, EXTREMELY popular with the iPad crowd. Their sleeves are the best you can get
The first two have the Sleep/ Wake feature even though they are not closed with magnets.
thanks for the links. but i just need a case without any magnets at all
jamaaal said:
thanks for the links. but i just need a case without any magnets at all
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Since portenzo makes every single order by hand, why not try asking them if they can exclude the magnets? Same with Noreve
jamaaal said:
thanks for the links. but i just need a case without any magnets at all
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Sorry, but I must ask: why do you not want the magnets??? I can't think of a single reason why you wouldn't want them. Unless you have a specific use case, of course. My curiosity has been piqued!
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Sorry, but I must ask: why do you not want the magnets??? I can't think of a single reason why you wouldn't want them. Unless you have a specific use case, of course. My curiosity has been piqued!
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A round magnet within 6 inches of a internal defibrillator (ICD) which are always implanted in the abdominal cavity, will inhibit the device from delivering life saving shocks to the heart. In some cases, a magnet can completely turn off the device. Imagine having an ICD, using your tablet in bed, and falling asleep with the tablet on your belly. It is entirely possible that you will never wake up if it is an iPad 2 (they have round magnets for connecting to the iPad smart case) or you have a case containing magnets.
Just remember, Apple kills. GO ANDROID!!!
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A round magnet within 6 inches of a internal defibrillator (ICD) which are always implanted in the abdominal cavity, will inhibit the device from delivering life saving shocks to the heart. In some cases, a magnet can completely turn off the device. Imagine having an ICD, using your tablet in bed, and falling asleep with the tablet on your belly. It is entirely possible that you will never wake up if it is an iPad 2 (they have round magnets for connecting to the iPad smart case) or you have a case containing magnets.
Just remember, Apple kills. GO ANDROID!!!
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Huh?!! Doesn't the Nexus 10 have similar sensors in it too?
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Huh?!! Doesn't the Nexus 10 have similar sensors in it too?
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No, the N10 has a magnetic reed switch (affected BY a magnet, but not itself magnetic) while iPads have actual magnets inside for their smart covers to attach without the physical clips AS WELL as the magnetic reed switch
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No, the N10 has a magnetic reed switch (affected BY a magnet, but not itself magnetic) while iPads have actual magnets inside for their smart covers to attach without the physical clips AS WELL as the magnetic reed switch
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Ah yes! I completely forgot about the magnets on the back! But then again, anyone who has an ICD implant shouldnt be keeping ANYTHING electric/electronic close to him/her.
I always loved the idea of snap on wireless charging of the Palm Pixi, so when I bought the S7 Edge, I wanted to have a similar effect.
I modded CHOETECH Fast Charging Area Qi Wireless Charging Pad with some 1/2 x 1/8 Inch Neodymium Rare Earth Disc Magnets and added some 15/8 x 1/32 in N52 Neodymium Magnets in between the case (you will likely need a TPU flexible case since hard ones will be tough to conform around the magnets) and the phone. I now have a magnetic FAST wireless charger for my car where I just need to snap in my phone and it charges. I, unfortunately, sometimes go over bumps on the highway at 80+mph and have not had the phone move a bit.
This should work with ANY compatible phone with wireless charging.
The entire process is easy, here's a quick video I made:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAoC0CrEuMw
Not mentioned or shown in the video is my supergluing the magnets into the case and the into the charger so they do not move.
Edit: Tip from Milimbar, put tape over the magnets so it doesnt scratch the glass
I'm using a Kenu Airframe+ vent mount and a piece of plastic in between the the wireless charging pad and the kenu.
Overall, this is not a cheap mod/car dock. You could get the cheaper, non-fast charging wireless pad, split magnets with someone, and get a cheaper vent mount.
Fast Wireless Charging pad: $35
Kenu Airframe: $30
Magnets: $13 and $12
Total: $90
Edit: the only reason why I had used the 1/2 x 1/8 magnets is because I had spares from a previous purchase. JaredC01 makes a great point that you can combine a few of the 5/8 x 1/31 magnets together to form a stronger magnet.
Cheaper option:
Non-fast Wireless Charging Pad: $26
50 count 15 x 1mm 5/8 x 1/32 in N52 Strong Disc Rare Earth Neodymium: $12 (oos at the moment)
Wizgear vent mount: $10
Total: $48
Some images of the mod:
http://imgur.com/gallery/WUj4r
Quick gif of it in action, in the car:
http://i.imgur.com/6ClCxUJ.gifv
Issues:
If there is a magnet at the bottom right of the phone (while facing the back of the phone), auto-brightness and the lights of the capacitive buttons will NOT work due to the smart case sensors. Just go ahead and remove the magnet from that position from the case and the charging pad. The 3 magnet positions will still be more than enough to hold the phone up.
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I always loved the idea of snap on wireless charging of the Palm Pixi, so when I bought the S7 Edge, I wanted to have a similar effect.
I modded CHOETECH Fast Charging Area Qi Wireless Charging Pad with some 1/2 x 1/8 Inch Neodymium Rare Earth Disc Magnets and added some 15 x 1mm 5/8 x 1/32 in N52 Neodymium Magnets in between the case (you will likely need a TPU flexible case since hard ones will be tough to conform around the magnets) and the phone. I now have a magnetic FAST wireless charger for my car where I just need to snap in my phone and it charges.
This should work with ANY compatible phone with wireless charging.
The entire process is easy, here's a quick video I made:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAoC0CrEuMw
Not mentioned or shown in the video is my supergluing the magnets into the case and the into the charger so they do not move.
I'm using a Kenu Airframe+ and a piece of plastic to hold the wireless charging pad in place on the vent mount
Some images of the mod:
http://imgur.com/a/WUj4r
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Another poster said his S7 edge held onto a magnetic stand in his car. Does this work without your magnetic case? Only tea on I as is I want to mod my car charger to be wireless charging with magnets holding the phone vice the squeeze system it uses, and not having to worry about a case would be cool? Though I'm sure I'll eventually find a case I like and can mod it with the magnets.
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Looks nice, you know what they say about necessity right....
I would put at least a piece of tape or screen protector over the magnets so they are not in direct contact with the glass.
Milimbar said:
Looks nice, you know what they say about necessity right....
I would put at least a piece of tape or screen protector over the magnets so they are not in direct contact with the glass.
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good call. Just added some directly over the magnets and case
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Another poster said his S7 edge held onto a magnetic stand in his car. Does this work without your magnetic case? Only tea on I as is I want to mod my car charger to be wireless charging with magnets holding the phone vice the squeeze system it uses, and not having to worry about a case would be cool? Though I'm sure I'll eventually find a case I like and can mod it with the magnets.
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I'll have to test later but it probably does because of the wireless charging coils inside the phone. If this were the case, it would not charge since there cannot be metal or magnets inbetween the coils
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I'll have to test later but it probably does because of the wireless charging coils inside the phone. If this were the case, it would not charge since there cannot be metal or magnets inbetween the coils
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True, I was hoping it was the metal frame but it's probably the coil
Either way in doing this when I get hone a the end of the month and have my phone in hand .
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I have gone ahead and added the pics on my post.
The wireless charger is a big plus with magnetic mount ? icing on a cake i just hope nothing affects it in the long run
Awesome idea, though for the magnets couldn't you have just used all of the smaller magnets and added additional magnets to the base side (stacking them like coins) for a stronger field?
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Yeah, good point, I had some extra thicker ones, but, yes that should work!
Good post! Thin metal disks could be enough for your phone. To save money, retail packaging uses a magnet on only one side of the connection.
I've made about 4 of my own charging docks. I played with magnets for a while but what I really love is micro suction foam. Stuff is amazing and works on any case or phone with a smooth surface. Here's what I made for my car. I took a standard wireless charger. Encased in epoxy. Then cut it into a square. Wrapped in aluminum and put microsection foam on the face.
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I've made about 4 of my own charging docks. I played with magnets for a while but what I really love is micro suction foam. Stuff is amazing and works on any case or phone with a smooth surface. Here's what I made for my car. I took a standard wireless charger. Encased in epoxy. Then cut it into a square. Wrapped in aluminum and put microsection foam on the face.
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Thats a great idea. Is there a specific microfoam that you buy? Care to link the items you purchased? I might play around with that as well.
Do you have to clean the microfoam from time to time otherwise it loses its grip?
With the magnet case on my phone, I noticed that auto-brightness does not work and the capacitive buttons at the bottom never light up. Both are negligible for me but I can see the auto brightness thing being an issue for some. I have NO idea why these two things dont work. Right when I remove the case, they work fine.
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Thats a great idea. Is there a specific microfoam that you buy? Care to link the items you purchased? I might play around with that as well.
Do you have to clean the microfoam from time to time otherwise it loses its grip?
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I have used this stuff before. http://www.amazon.com/Sewell-Direct-AirStick-Microsuction-250mmx300mm/dp/B00ITX9OU2. If the suction starts to wear off just wipe it off with a damp cloth and let it dry and you are good to go.
I would also like to hear about the results on using magnetics for the back are need or not due to the metal body. You should try it with the case and no magnetics and with our the case too.
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I have used this stuff before. http://www.amazon.com/Sewell-Direct-AirStick-Microsuction-250mmx300mm/dp/B00ITX9OU2. If the suction starts to wear off just wipe it off with a damp cloth and let it dry and you are good to go.
I would also like to hear about the results on using magnetics for the back are need or not due to the metal body. You should try it with the case and no magnetics and with our the case too.
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So I tested points on the phone where it is magnetic:
http://i.imgur.com/t7hFvOU.jpg
However, other than the center, these arent really strong pulls. If you use the center as a magnetic spot, wireless charging will not work because that is where the coil is.
I also found out that if theres a magnet at the bottom right (while facing the back of the phone), auto-brightness and the lights on the capacitive buttons will not work. Bizarre. I just removed that magnet from the case and all is well again.
I'm not a storage expert but according to my knowledge about memory, we always had a strict no magnets rule.
Awesome idea! You made a unique fast wireless car charger! This Choetech fast wireless charging pad must be the best option to make this kind of fast wireless car charger. It is long and wide enough with 3 coils to keep steady charging with your car mount.
Why don't you just use the circular stock Samsung fast charger or the other CHOE one?
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I'm not a storage expert but according to my knowledge about memory, we always had a strict no magnets rule.
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That's with analog hard drives. All phones more feature digital flash memory.
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I would use the AirDock's Long Flexible Mount + CHOE Square Fast Qi Charger + Wizgear's mount piece (to makeshift attach the mounting piece to the back of the CHOE charger for use with AirDock) + the magnets OP mentions + cut nano suction for the top.
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With the magnet case on my phone, I noticed that auto-brightness does not work and the capacitive buttons at the bottom never light up. Both are negligible for me but I can see the auto brightness thing being an issue for some. I have NO idea why these two things dont work. Right when I remove the case, they work fine.
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I'm sure that's fine because I'd hate auto brightness to screw with me in the daytime.
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I also found out that if theres a magnet at the bottom right (while facing the back of the phone), auto-brightness and the lights on the capacitive buttons will not work. Bizarre. I just removed that magnet from the case and all is well again.
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Probably the hall sensor (for the smart window case.)
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Nice post! May I ask what background that is on your S7 btw?
I need a better Wi-Fi charger. My current one will not work with a peice of metal that I use for my magnet phone holder. Also, wanted to add a credit card holder to the back and the does allow wifi Charging.
Is there a wifi charger that will work?
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I need a better Wi-Fi charger. My current one will not work with a peice of metal that I use for my magnet phone holder. Also, wanted to add a credit card holder to the back and the does allow wifi Charging.
Is there a wifi charger that will work?
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I think you mean wireless charger correct? Anyway, it's the metal you're using for the magnet phone holder, not the wireless charger, that's an issue. I don't think there's a wireless charger out that can go through metal. It's why phones with that feature have glass back.
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I think you mean wireless charger correct? Anyway, it's the metal you're using for the magnet phone holder, not the wireless charger, that's an issue. I don't think there's a wireless charger out that can go through metal. It's why phones with that feature have glass back.
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What about having a pocket that I keep my license and credit cards?
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What about having a pocket that I keep my license and credit cards?
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That should be fine. That's just plastic and maybe leather or whatever material.
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That should be fine. That's just plastic and maybe leather or whatever material.
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Is there a limit to the amount of cards?
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Is there a limit to the amount of cards?
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Most Qi charging pads talk about 5mm
BTW, repeated exposure to intense magnet fields (such as those created by a Qi charger's coil) could wipe the info encoded in a credit card's mag stripe.
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I need a better Wi-Fi charger. My current one will not work with a peice of metal that I use for my magnet phone holder. Also, wanted to add a credit card holder to the back and the does allow wifi Charging.
Is there a wifi charger that will work?
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How big is your magnet phone holder? My magnet holder sits on the lower bottom of the back, and leaves room on middle section to wirelessly charge with this charger.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079BTP7J1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1