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Good Micro USB Cables

I figured we could use a thread where people could post good deals on micro usb cables or just good micro usb cables that are proven to work on the EVO.
I picked up one of the Blackberry cables. It has the molded in Blackberry logo and it works well for charging/data and it is cheap. However, the insulation isn't very flexible so I imagine it will be fairly stiff in a cold car in winter. Example:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150487513418&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
I have also used the Nokia sync cables with partial success. I had one with my last Nokia phone that worked great, very high quality cable, and great flexible insulation. However, when I sold my Nokia phone and the cable with it, I bought a replacement cable off of Ebay and strangely enough, data worked but it wouldn't charge. So, I can only recommend these with a little bit of reservation. Look for the ones that have a cord detangler on them (CA-101). Example:
http://cgi.ebay.com/CA-101-USB-Data...031540?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item35acb861f4
The stock HTC cable has decent flexible insulation but the ends seem a bit flimsy. Anyone find where to buy more of these cheap?
Let's try to avoid the cheap non-branded cables in this thread unless you can attest to their quality.

I figure I should post here because I'm in need of a cable too.
A strange note on a "Blackberry" cable I got from Amazon, this one here:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001QATRCA/ref=oss_product
This cable seemed to work fine for me, my phone would show it is charging in AC mode when I was plugged into the wall charger, and data transfers fine across it. I did break one of the tiny plastic tabs that holds the micro side connector together, and it split open, but it is just two rectangular plastic halves that I taped back together. Everything seems to work fine on the cable, except when I charge the phone, I could swear it was charging SLOWER than my other cables.
Sure enough, after using Current Widget and testing with various cables, it was in fact charging at a LOWER current and charging SLOWER than all my other cables.
It just so happens that my OEM cable got bent at the micro usb side connector, and after trying to mess around with it the cable works but if you mess with it too much it disconnects.
I'm using a cable from my palm car charger, and that works fine.
I'm planning on buying one of the monoprice ones, they have nice gold plated ones for around $1.50 plus shipping. If anyone has any words to say about the longer cables (6ft) and the ferrite cores, it would be great to hear if there's any difficulties with those.

Monoprice.com
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I've been using a Palmpre cable.
Anyone no of of any 90 degree cables that point down (towards the back of the phone). I figure a 90 degree cable would work well for a car mount. I found one source but $16 seems a little pricey for a micro usb cable.

I got these cables with the car charger (actually shows up as AC ~1A charging too) and also comes with a home charger. Like the retractable/adjustable length on these since they don't get all tangled around my dash. Check them out $4.50 is a steal for these.
htc evo charger

I have been using the ones from MonoPrice.com with the "ferrite" cores on them and they are amazing! Really durable and inexpensive. HIGHLY recommended.
http://www.monoprice.com/products/subdepartment.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10303#1030307

houseofbugs said:
I have been using the ones from MonoPrice.com with the "ferrite" cores on them and they are amazing! Really durable and inexpensive. HIGHLY recommended.
http://www.monoprice.com/products/subdepartment.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10303#1030307
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Second that recommendation! I'm sure it doesn't make much/any difference, but I got the "gold" version for just a few cents more.

Sb22 said:
Second that recommendation! I'm sure it doesn't make much/any difference, but I got the "gold" version for just a few cents more.
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I did too

houseofbugs said:
I have been using the ones from MonoPrice.com with the "ferrite" cores on them and they are amazing! Really durable and inexpensive. HIGHLY recommended.
http://www.monoprice.com/products/subdepartment.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10303#1030307
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Do you get 1amp charging from these?

I got the 6 ft one, it works great, 1 amp charging, solid click when using it, best cable out there.

I again recommend monoprice...best place for cables.

I've been using all of my extra Palm Pre cables with no problems. Found a 6-in-1 USB cable at Five Below that charges the Evo, Hero, iPod, Nintendo DS & some other stuff. Can't comment on how fast or slow it charges compared to other chargers but for $5 you can't beat it.
Sent from my new BFF aka HTC Evo 4G.

sitlet said:
Monoprice.com
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This.
10char

Monoprice.com has very thick gold plated micro usb cables for a buck or two depending on length. works great on my EVO.
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I have to recommend the monoprice cables as well. I got the 6 foot micro usb cable with ferrite core. With the HTC wall charger (TC U250) and the monoprice cable, I get 776-908 mA charging speeds. That's about 100-125 mA faster than the the HTC wall charger and stock cable that came with it.

Just looked at Monoprice due to this post. My my, such inexpensive cables! And myriad customer reviews say they are of good quality, sturdy, connections are strong, charges faster, etc. Thanks for alerting us to this site! Definitely gonna purchase myself some cables now. What a steal.
Does anyone know if these cables, or the one supplied with the phone, can be used with different, well, don't know how to name it... the thing you plug into the wall and the USB plugs into. The AC/DC adapter or something maybe? Yeah.

Retesting the monoprice cables, i get current output from 484-900 mA.

totalanonymity said:
Does anyone know if these cables, or the one supplied with the phone, can be used with different, well, don't know how to name it... the thing you plug into the wall and the USB plugs into. The AC/DC adapter or something maybe? Yeah.
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Ya, no reason why it wouldn't work with other ones, its just a USB cable. You can even use them to sync data between your phone and computer, just like any other USB cable.

You can always get a OEM one for a little more or about the same price. That's what I do. But the Samsung and Blackberry ones work well with the Evo.

Check out this if you want a retractable cable. We bought about 15 of these for people in my office.
Retractable USB 2.0 A-B Micro 5-Pin Cable
http://www.eforcity.com/retractable-usb-20-ab-micro-5pin-cable-black-pcabusbx0045.html
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My alternative to a conventional external battery

I've just switched from one of those standard Energiser XP jobs (which I think I got in an airport somewhere). It did the job, but only one USB port, and needed separate charger which was a pain.
What I've switched to is this:
http://www.intl-outdoor.com/double-usb-mobile-device-charger-318650-xml-t6-flashlight-p-365.html
Essentially, it is a stupidly bright flashlight (up to 800 lumens) with a couple of USB ports on the back.
It uses 3 x 18650 batteries (which I've learnt are very common Li-Ion batteries) - I bought the 3100mAh ones (http://www.intl-outdoor.com/panasonic-ncr18650a-3100mah-liion-batteryone-p-213.html) so it'll charge my note from flat about 3 times (or it'll charge an iPad from flat to full).
Quick side note here, if you do buy a batteries from the same store, don't buy the protected ones - the torch has protection circuitry in it, and the protected batteries are a little bit long (so you'd have to trim the battery springs to get them in). Fortunately, Hank spotted this before they shipped, changed my order and refunded the difference.
There is a lot of stuff on various forums about these 18650 batteries. A couple of places suggested that 'Redilast' ones might be good as well - I really don't know and wanted to order everything from the same place.
I really love it, in fact, I liked it so much, I just bought one for my father's birthday, and, think I will get the same for a friend of mine whose birthday is coming up.
Pros:
It has 2 USB ports on it
One of the USB ports is high capacity (10 Watts/2 Amps?) so my note charges really quickly (much faster than when connected to my laptop)
It charges over USB
It is a pretty damned good torch in its own right (with 3 power levels on the one I got, but there are other options at ordering time)
It stores a bucketload of power
The store I bought it from (linked to above - the guy's name is Hank) had really great feedback and customer service
Very solid build, would be hard to break (except for maybe muck getting into the USB ports)
It uses its internal batteries in parallel for even charge and discharge (which probably happens in most battery packs anyway?)
As battery capacities increase, I'll be able to swap out the old 18650s for higher capacity ones
Will charge note 3 times to full from flat
Will charge iPad to full from flat (which is useful to me )
Cons:
It is a bit chunky (fine for a bag, but too much for a normal pocket)
The port you charge it through is mini usb, not micro usb, so that's one more cable to carry (a hell of a lot more convenient that one more charger to carry though)
When you are using it to charge something, the LEDs on the back are lit up like a Christmas tree
I've not yet tried taking it through as hand luggage at the airport
Wishlist:
I wish it was waterproof and had a screw on waterproof cap for the end with the switches and USB ports
It'd be nice if there was a way of turning the LEDs off, while it is charging (maybe one click for on but flicker every 5 seconds, one more click for on, and one last click for off in the same way the the different power settings for the torch work on the main switch)
I also, separately, bought the following tough little cables to go with it. I keep them in a gridit, but a couple of rubber bands would keep them with the torch. I also recommend these. The microusb one I only use for charging the torch and the dog's GPS
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Griffin-GC1...KXJQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1339193117&sr=8-2
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Now I'll try and link in to the pictures on the website I bought it from.
Very curious to see what others think.
Kent.

i really am struggling to understand - is the torch actually useful to you or are you just using it as a portable usb charger?

A fair question. I primarily use it as a portable, easily recharged, usb charger. The very solid casing makes it a very robust portable USB charger. The extremely bright torch is just a very cool bonus (and it doesn't add *that much* weight or size

the one i would use is:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/New-Trent-I...MP50/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1339194487&sr=8-3
how would that compare in terms of mah and weight?

I seriously considered one of those:
Price:
Trent vs USB torch with 3x3100 batteries
£37 vs about £50 (torch includes shipping, so probably add a fiver to the Trent)
11000mAh vs 9300mAh
Charges via extra charger vs Charges over USB mini
So, the Trent wins on price and capacity, but carrying an extra charger drives for each device drives me mad. The torch also has 2 USB ports - not a huge deal, but handy.
But - the torch feels very solid. I've never seen the Trent in the flesh so don't know. I'd be surprised if it was that tough though.
The torch makes things light up in the dark and gives me little nerdgasms whenever I get it out

looks like a good comparison - excellent choice

Im still sticking to my 2 year old Sanyo mobile booster...
have 2 x usb slots..
5000mAh...
for torch y not use apps for it?
cost around $65SGD here as currently there is a PC show going on.

I plan to use one of these
Basically a box for 1-4x 18650 batteries. It should provide about 8000mAh on standard laptop cells, but I would expect it to be a bit lower with 2nd hand cells.
I have loads of these cells from dead laptop batteries. 4-6 in a pack.
Usually its only 1 or 2 bad cells in a pack, with so at least a few should still be usuable. I have about 12 lying around, with another 3 laptops with dodgy batteries!
The box provides 1Amp current at 5v. Perfect for charging Big Smartphones.
It can handle 2amp input for a quick charge, or lesser for a slower charge. You could use the standard Note charge with a female micro to male miniusb adaptor.
Plug it in a usb socket for a slow charge, hack a microusb cable and connect it to another 5v PSU, or directly to your computer PSU. Red and Black is 5V.
The electronics seem advanced enough to avoid over charging, under voltage of cells and overvoltage protection for the output. I am going to get one and will report back on exact outputs but it will take a few weeks from China.

Review of Anker 40W 5-port USB wall charger w/lots of pics!!!

This is a review of Anker 40W 5-port USB wall charger. http://www.ianker.com/product/71AN7105-BA
Anker guys never cease to amaze me. Just when I think I know what to expect, here comes another surprise. I just received their new 5-port usb wall charger, and was thinking to myself it's probably the same as my previously reviewed 25W 5-port charger, just 3A of additional current. But was I in for a big and pleasant surprise! That original 25W 5-port charger became my irreplaceable everyday accessory with access to charge 5 separate usb devices from a single compact charger plugged to one wall outlet. The new 40W is a big step up, and here is why.
Typical for all the latest Anker products arriving in eco-friendly packaging, the box is also made out of recycled carton with a zero hint of plastic. Upon opening it up, you are presented with a small usb charger and a 5ft detachable cable. When I say small charger, I really mean the size of most common single usb output 1A chargers. With a dimensions of 3.6" x 2.3" x 1" and weight of only 4.6oz this charger is even smaller and more compact than original 25W charger, something I didn't expect considering this new charger is 40W (8A) rated versus 25W (5A). Don't get me wrong, the original 25W charger is still a fantastic product, but they just made it obsolete by releasing a higher capacity the same 5-port charger in a more compact package. Furthermore, the exterior is now wrapped in a soft touch material, similar to their 2nd gen Astro external batteries. It's less slippery, less prone to fingerprints, and feels a lot more rugged especially when you take it with you on a trip.
Upon further examination, the next big change is ALL 5 ports being universal without any apple/android/ipad/samsung labeling. The original 25W version was partitioned with ports for specific devices. Sure it was a good idea, but it required constant close up reading when plugging my other than Samsung (Note 2 is universal with any output) gadgets. What does this mean? Every port is universal with a smart feature and its own microchip to determine max charging speed of the connected device to adjust current supply accordingly, even for the latest iPad with 2.4A. Basically you can have 5 separate devices plugged in and each one will have a tailored current supply adjustment for a total that can't exceed 8A. So unless you are planning to plug in 5 latest iPads, you are in a pretty good shape with more than enough of current supply. For my test, I actually had my Note 2 plugged in by itself to confirm average charging of 1.7A, and then plugged in 3x Nexus 7 tablets (two 2012 and one 2013 edition), and the current draw on my Note 2 stayed the same while Nexus tablets were charging at their corresponding 1A/1.5A speed.
Overall, at the current moment you will not find anything even remotely as advanced as this new 40W 5-port USB wall charger which can power up 5 separate gadgets (a mix of Android, Apple, and any smartwatch, headphones, mp3 player, etc.) and provide a combined 8A of regulated and smart adjusted supply for all it's ports. With such a compact package, 18-months warranty, and for only $25 plus change - I consider this as a MUST HAVE accessory for anybody. Period.
Here are the pictures (the white one is the original 25W charger, for comparison).
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I updated the link in the review with the one directly from Anker. I have been told those were sold out in the first few days and now they are waiting to get more in stock. So better use direct Anker link since out-of-stock amazon link doesn't show up.

Was finally able to grab one this morning on Amazon. Definitely a hot seller!
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I don't label a lot of accessories as "must have", but this one definitely deserves that

This thing works great! Successfully charged an HTC One, a Moto X, a Razr M, an iPad 3, and a Nexus 7 (2013) simultaneously at full speed. Thumbs up! ?
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Not getting full speed
My Anker 40W, isnt giving me full speed when i compared it with the original charger that came with my tablet. Just wondering anyone getting similar results? See original post
Original post
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=50662359&postcount=8

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Frozster said:
My Anker 40W, isnt giving me full speed when i compared it with the original charger that came with my tablet. Just wondering anyone getting similar results? See original post
Original post
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=50662359&postcount=8
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You're right, I tested the 60W it was underpowered as well.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=58946496&postcount=2

Cool! Definitely a must have!
I had current issues before...I found out it was the cable. I know it could be obvious but most of us think "hey, this cable looks good, should work good too"
By the way. I think Kingston's Data Traveler microDuo 3.0 is a must have too. Sorry, i can't post link yet.

Review of Anker 60W 6-port desktop USB charger w/lots of pics!!!

This is a review of Anker 60W 6-port desktop USB charger. http://www.ianker.com/product/A2123111 , available on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P936188/
It's very interesting how some gadgets become a very important part of our everyday life. I used to consider my smartphone, smartwatch, some headphones and audio players part of it, and now I added multi-port usb desktop charger to that list! When you have one or two devices to worry about - you can use individual wall charger. But considering an average household where you have at least 2-3 smartphones, a few tablets, wireless headsets, smartwatches, wireless speakers, portable video games, etc - you can end up covering every electric outlet with a wall charger spread around the house. A solution? Get yourself a multi-port desktop charger, preferably with an extended power chord for extra flexibility. Easy said than done because now you have to worry about being able to supply enough current to keep all the plugged in devices charging at the maximum speed. Do you want the best solution? Here is what I found.
I have reviewed Anker's previous 25W and 40W multi-port chargers, and also 60W charger from another company, but their latest 6-port 60W desktop USB charger simply the most efficient and compact solution to date. I'm not hyping it up, just stating the fact. You get a slick compact design, a bit larger than it's predecessors but still smaller and more compact than Bolse unit. You have a total of 60W of power which translates into 12A of current shared between 6 available full size USB ports. And the most important - PowerIQ technology which senses maximum sink of your connected device and sources up to 2.4A of current per port. Just keep in mind, you can't exceed a total of 12A, but still can have simultaneous connection of 5 latest iPads charging at full speed of 2.4A per port!!! Or combination of 6 different devices with up to 2A per port all at the same time.
This is just a no brainer, for under $36 you are getting the most powerful and compact desktop charger able to supply a whooping 12A of current across 6 smart ports. Plus, you are getting 18-month warranty and top notch support. Also, I want to mention that I appreciate how Anker is constantly trying to update their packaging to cut down on waste. This time they have instructions printed inside of external packaging sleeve - just brilliant! Overall, in my opinion this is one of those "must have" devices that you need in your house. I have 40W 5 port charger on the first floor of our house and this new 60W 6 port charger going upstairs to get us covered around the house.
Here are the pics.
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Underpowered
I just test this 60W Anker, but unfortunately it was underpowered. My power banks draw much less current than if I'm using Samsung 2A wall charger. Anker claims that each port are capable of 2.4A, it's far from the truth. Now, I understand why reviewers didn't want test the outputs by using charger doctor.

dealova2008 said:
I just test this 60W Anker, but unfortunately it was underpowered. My power banks draw much less current than if I'm using Samsung 2A wall charger. Anker claims that each port are capable of 2.4A, it's far from the truth. Now, I understand why reviewers didn't want test the outputs by using charger doctor.
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I didn't use Charger Doctor because it's very inaccurate. As I mentioned in my Charger Doctor review, it's helpful to use it for relative comparison rather than accurate measurement. I'm actually a bit surprised you can read 2.14A from Samsung wall charger. Isn't that 2A charger? And they don't even supply exactly 2A but rather 1.8A due to efficiency conversion drop.
I'm gonna try to remember taking some measurements when I get back home, using both Sammy wall charger and Anker 60W charger and Charger Doctor.
Also keep in mind, the charger will provide (source) as much current as the connected device needs (sinks). Anker wall chargers and their ext batteries use smart IC that adjusts the current according to how much devices sinks. Have you run the same experiment charging up your phone or a tablet? Charging an external battery is NOT a good test because some batteries have variable charging speed preventing them from overheating and when it gets close to full, ext battery enters a trickle stage of a slow charging at reduced current.

Anker 60W 6-port vs Samsung 2A wall chargers
I agreed that this charger doctor might not accurate, but with Samsung 2A wall charger (ex-S4) and Xiaomi power banks (Input = 2A) it will show exactly 2.1A Proven by others as well :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wBkyEQF4Tg8
http://www.hardwarezone.com.sg/review-xiaomis-10400mah-mi-power-bank-review-and-teardown-s14-crazy
http://www.hardwarezone.com.sg/review-xiaomi-5200mah-mi-power-bank-review-what-you-get-s9
http://www.hardwarezone.com.sg/revi...view-get-it-if-you-need-charge-2-devices-fast
You're right, this meter is only for comparison, but at least we can talk in the same language by using the same meter.

testing with charger doctor
@vectron
I have tested this Anker 60W vs Sammy2A :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PeHd3oannrU
The Sammy 2A wall charger charged faster (2A) than the Anker 60w (1.5A).

Instead using other cable, Mi powerbank will draw power best using cable that come with it, just try it using charger doctor.

juming said:
Instead using other cable, Mi powerbank will draw power best using cable that come with it, just try it using charger doctor.
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Right, the original Mi cable is good can draw straight 2.1A but the durability is not so good.

How much noise do these things make?
With every chinacharger on the market I have had noise issues.
They make a very high squeeking noise which drives me insane at night.
It's difficult to hear if your just doing things or talking, but when it's quiet I hear a buzzing or a high squeaking noise.

Not compatible with Xiaomi power banks ?
I'm very grateful if you could test to recharge your Xiaomi power bank as mine only tops @1.5A :crying:

dealova2008 said:
I'm very grateful if you could test to recharge your Xiaomi power bank as mine only tops @1.5A :crying:
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Sorry man, been busy with a lot of reviews.
I just tried it with different Anker chargers and Choetech and some other brands, and it always charges somewhere between 1.3A and 1.5A, not just Anker but others as well. They all use smart IQ charging chip, and I think Xiaomi bank has a variable charging speed, since I see the charging current varying. And as my original test showed, original Samsung wall charger gives the fastest charging speed.

vectron said:
Sorry man, been busy with a lot of reviews.
I just tried it with different Anker chargers and Choetech and some other brands, and it always charges somewhere between 1.3A and 1.5A, not just Anker but others as well. They all use smart IQ charging chip, and I think Xiaomi bank has a variable charging speed, since I see the charging current varying. And as my original test showed, original Samsung wall charger gives the fastest charging speed.
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Thanks....I really appreciated it ! Keep posting :good:

Wireless charger suggestions?

Seen a lot of different ones on amazon and ebay. Just wondering what wireless chargers are worth getting.

I use Samsung's wireless charging stand, since I had it already from my S7. It works great with the G6.

I wonder why LG did come out with some new stuff for the LG G6?
Samsung had a bit of new Qi chargers( Dex), headphones..etc?

alxrock said:
I use Samsung's wireless charging stand, since I had it already from my S7. It works great with the G6.
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Is the fast wireless charging working on it? I read somewhere fast wireless charging doesn't work on Samsung's chargers
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LG has their own mew fast charging unit. But they did not include the tech in yhe LG G6 they'll leave it for the v30 im sure. Imo if im wirelessly charging I'm not trying to fast charge anyhow. I've used many and IMO almost all built the same. Some have 3 coils for easier placement and some are smaller to take up less room. I literally just ordered this. 20% coupon code too. Plus Amazon 30 day return policy is amazing. For testing stuff. Not at all my video or advertising just sharing my experience.

I went with the CHOETECH Qi Model T513 wireless charger. Works great. I don't like stand chargers because I have kids and I'm sure they'd manage to knock my phone off of it... repeatedly. () I chose this one because it was decently priced, only about $20, and works great. Also has nearly all great reviews.

le0.br4zuc4 said:
Is the fast wireless charging working on it? I read somewhere fast wireless charging doesn't work on Samsung's chargers
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It just shows as standard charging, but typically I only need to charge my G6 at the end of the day and let it charge overnight, so I don't mind. If I need a quick charge, I just use the type C charger.

I got the CHOETECH T811C. It's cheap and seems pretty solid. Works through my case with no problems. I don't have any issues trying to find a "sweet spot" for it to start charging either, like I had with a previous charger.

I bought two chargers. One for work and one for home (bedside).
I use this one at work (the charge light was too bright in the room at night):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XDM61W3/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
This one at home:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B012F1YBEC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
So far, I'm very happy with both.

https://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Charger-Galaxy-Nexus-Phones/dp/B00DG8NUC8
I've had this for a couple years now and just pulled it out the closet. I recently picked up a G6 and thought I'd give it a shot. To my surprise, it worked like a charm. I haven't noticed how fast it charges because I leave on overnight just because it's easier to deal with in the dark. I haven't noticed any heating issues as it doesn't seem hot when I remove it. All in all it has worked well for me.

treezy26 said:
https://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Charger-Galaxy-Nexus-Phones/dp/B00DG8NUC8
I've had this for a couple years now and just pulled it out the closet. I recently picked up a G6 and thought I'd give it a shot. To my surprise, it worked like a charm. I haven't noticed how fast it charges because I leave on overnight just because it's easier to deal with in the dark. I haven't noticed any heating issues as it doesn't seem hot when I remove it. All in all it has worked well for me.
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I too use this charger. Works great for me.
EDIT: Used to work. Now it works for about 30 seconds and then flashes error. I think that it might be because of my case. Not sure thought as I'm not going to take my case off every time I charge.
I also have one of these https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Wire...sr=8-1&keywords=samsung+wireless+fast+charger It works fine even with my case. It didn't work well for my G4 and the tylt worked well with it not my G6 works well with my samsung and not with my tylt. Go figure.

I have two of the vertical stands chargers from Seneo. Phone sits on its all day at work, and all night when sleeping. NEVER gets hot. Definitely recommend and purchased off Amazon. I wish it didn't have such a bright charging indicator light on it or at least the option to shut it off, but nothing a little black marker can't fix.
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I had a cheapie Adrema, surprise it works and charges at 1.5 amps, faster than my original Samsung wireless ones. My G6 also works with my Belkin one.
Greg

I use this wireless charging stand by Choetech: https://www.amazon.com/CHOETECH-Wireless-Charging-Qi-enabled-Included/dp/B010B6PSMC/

skyfox99 said:
.... I wish it didn't have such a bright charging indicator light on it or at least the option to shut it off, but nothing a little black marker can't fix.
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Any good with a soldering iron?
A resistor of ~330 ohms 1/8 watt in series with the LED will dim it to what should be a suitable level.
Maybe I tinker with stuff too much

rubiicon59 said:
Any good with a soldering iron?
A resistor of ~330 ohms 1/8 watt in series with the LED will dim it to what should be a suitable level.
Maybe I tinker with stuff too much
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I can solder, not great but doable. Although in this case it's not remotely worth it. If I were to open this up I'd just disconnect the light altogether.
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Yeah I get ya.
But I'd just have to get inside, the over-bright LED would do my head in. I bet it's blue too...?
I definitely tinker too much.

Hi,
I have recently bought choetech wireless charger for my g6. The charger also comes with micro USB charging cable. What i love most is that this wireless charger comes with integrated smart chip inside it that resist the wireless charger pad from overheating.
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The official Samsung wireless charger seems to work pretty good and comes with it's own micro usb wall plug. It's on sale for $9.99.
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/mo...less-charging-pad-white-pearl-ep-pg920iwugus/
I walked into a Best Buy and ask them for a price match. The price match was approved quickly.

Picture frame with built in wireless charging.
Purchased Qi charger off Aliexpress and taped inside picture frame. Had to remove glass for reliable 1 amp charging. Phone held in place on the edge of inner frame.