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EC Technology® 50W 10A 5-Port Smart USB Charger with Qi-Enabled Wireless Charging Pad [Family-sized Desktop USB Charger]
So I bought one of these with the $10 off coupon that was posted on Slikdeals, missed the one a few weeks earlier that was $20 off.
But either way I am happy. It is a big blocky device. Looks more like a USB HUB.
I tested all ports, but the best part is that it also has Qi wireless charging on top. I really like the fact that it has a rubber ring that grips what ever I put on it. Usually I find my Sony Xperia Z3 on the floor (glass on both sides..).
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Hello guys,
Few weeks ago i read about connecting standard wireless qi usb adapter to phone itself. I mean, connect 2 stripes of cables to 5v and ground on motherboard, so usb would be still avaiable. Do you know where on motherboard those pins are ?
cortex69 said:
Hello guys,
Few weeks ago i read about connecting standard wireless qi usb adapter to phone itself. I mean, connect 2 stripes of cables to 5v and ground on motherboard, so usb would be still avaiable. Do you know where on motherboard those pins are ?
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Interesting, I'm trying to find out too. I did a mod that way with my NOTE1. Mostly likely near the USB port, but I afraid it'll affect the NFC , because NFC is on the Cover. And the coil 's pcb must be extremely thin.
I would gladly get rid off nfc anyway, as I don't use it. Voltometer is on its way to me, so any time soon I'll try to update the thread
news pliz??
thanks..
Can wireless charging be used when case is still on the phone?
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Can wireless charging be used when case is still on the phone?
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current Qi is good for 7mm i believe...which is plenty of space for most cases. it wont pass through metal though, and I'm sure some materials hinder that more than others. I used a couple different cases on my nexus 5 and was able to charge with all of them.
The Qi chargers are 12V I believe. I modified a car charger to fit the adapter for the Qi wire. I had to solder it to the 12V wires in the car plug. The 5V would not charge it.
You should be able to find 12V power coming out of the power supply.
Do you guys think they'll make a Qi charging adapter? The contacts would connect to the pins on the underside of the witch and the charging coils could just be covered by a black sticker. It could be like the S4 inserts for Qi charging. Wouldn't add bulk either. What do you guys think?
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Do you guys think they'll make a Qi charging adapter? The contacts would connect to the pins on the underside of the witch and the charging coils could just be covered by a black sticker. It could be like the S4 inserts for Qi charging. Wouldn't add bulk either. What do you guys think?
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I'm surprised a Chinese company hasn't done this yet. Qi receivers are easily thin enough and making a charging dock like a normal watch base with a Qi coil on top would be simple enough I think. There must be a reason this hasn't happened. I'd buy it for sure. I can't stand the stock charging cradle and I'm not spending $35 for a spare one either. That's highway robbery. I'd like to see this happen.
The hardware needs to support it, but I am willing to modify hardware given to tools and instructions.
I'd buy one for sure. I'm an avid QI user with a charger bedside, couchside, in home office, work office, and the QI car charger for my Note 3.
Please make this!
I got a chance to test out a few products from CHOETECH recently. I tested their wireless charger (with cooling fan) and also their USB C to HDMI cable
The CHOETECH wirless charger is (in my opinion) a bit on the small side when using it with a Note 8, although it does do its job! I was pleasantly surprised that there really isn't any noise from the cooling fan with this one. It actually does keep my phone cooler while charging compared to some off brand chargers!
The CHOETECH USB C to HDMI cable is probably my favorite accessory so far! I was using an Insignia (BEST BUY) USB c to HDMI cable, and although that did its job (kinda), the CHOETECH one definitely blew it away.. much better quality, and I never experience the cable disconnecting like I did with the Insignia brand.
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I got a chance to test out a few products from CHOETECH recently. I tested their wireless charger (with cooling fan) and also their USB C to HDMI cable
The CHOETECH wirless charger is (in my opinion) a bit on the small side when using it with a Note 8, although it does do its job! I was pleasantly surprised that there really isn't any noise from the cooling fan with this one. It actually does keep my phone cooler while charging compared to some off brand chargers!
The CHOETECH USB C to HDMI cable is probably my favorite accessory so far! I was using an Insignia (BEST BUY) USB c to HDMI cable, and although that did its job (kinda), the CHOETECH one definitely blew it away.. much better quality, and I never experience the cable disconnecting like I did with the Insignia brand.
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I requested to test but only received a discount on the wireless charger...I am waiting for it to be delivered. I have used their products before and they are good...I wanted to try their charging hub...
I did receive these items for review from Choetech. I would have posted a bit earlier but was dealing with Hurricane Irma cleanup and such.
I received a Fast Wireless charging Stand, Model T520, 3 usb cables and the USB C to HDMI adapter.
The charging stand works great. It's square as shown in another review I had the older Samsung fast charger and it's "round" and with some cases, my Note 8 never sat straight. Not an issue with the Choetech unit. It did work with the Samsung Rugged case but as folks know, that case is not certified to work with wireless charging.
The cables, they originally got the most use when my power went out. I plugged them into my battery packs and never lost power to my phone all through the hurricane. They are heavy duty braided cables. They look and feel like the Anker brand cables I usually use. Solid and fast charge capable.
The most interesting device I received was the USB C to HDMI adapter that's rated to 4k. I haven't had a chance to play with this yet. According to the information it is supposed to work fine with the Note 8...and many other devices with a usb C port.
If you're seeking affordable and tested cables and charging stand, add Choetech to your list of choices.
Not that it matters to some, but the Charging stand and cables were BLACK in color which matches my black note 8 and my general home office motif.
Hello!
I would like to ask, what are your best budget magnetic cables for Samsung Note 8 that supports fast charging?
I've come across this magnetic cable from AliExpress. I asked the seller if it supports fast charging for Note 8 and he says it does not, the cable only supports 2 amps.
Questions:
1. What is the best budget fast charging magnetic cable that you can recommend?
2. How many amps does Note 8 stock original cable can handle?
Thank you in advance!
Item from AliExpress (I can't post a link yet)
Item name: PZOZ Magnetic Cable Micro usb Type C Fast Charging Adapter Phone Microusb Type-C Magnet Charger usb c For iphone Samsung xiaomi
I have several magnetic cables, mostly because I want to prevent the port from wearing and debris , but all of them barely reach 1000 mAh, the original cable attains almost the 2000 mAh, btw, I never fast charge, to avoid batt degradation
vincecayabyab said:
Hello!
I would like to ask, what are your best budget magnetic cables for Samsung Note 8 that supports fast charging?
I've come across this magnetic cable from AliExpress. I asked the seller if it supports fast charging for Note 8 and he says it does not, the cable only supports 2 amps.
Questions:
1. What is the best budget fast charging magnetic cable that you can recommend?
2. How many amps does Note 8 stock original cable can handle?
Thank you in advance!
Item from AliExpress (I can't post a link yet)
Item name: PZOZ Magnetic Cable Micro usb Type C Fast Charging Adapter Phone Microusb Type-C Magnet Charger usb c For iphone Samsung xiaomi
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I get all my cables from AliExpress. I only buy fast charging cables and this one works flawlessly:
WSKEN Lite 1 Magnetic USB Type C Cable
As for the stock cable, honestly, I've barely used it, since I find it really crappy compared to the ones I own and found on AliExpress. Here are some of my favorites should anyone be interested (non-magnetic though):
Rock
Baseus
uGreen
I use the Taslar Magnetic cable bought off Amazon. work well. its a braided cable, tangles less, hopefully frays less. a good buy so far. use it for 3 of my devices!