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[Q] Did your Epic Touch come with a HDMI/USB adapter?

Watched a few video reviews of unboxing. Some are getting the usb to hdmi adapter and some aren't. I'm wondering if this is how wirefly and letstalk are selling theirs so much cheaper. Bad business, but maybe they are taking the adapter out before shipping, and then planning on reselling it as new?? If you have the phone please list where you got it and whether you got the adapter or not.
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I believe the "reviewer's devices" are the ones that come with the MHL adapter. I've read that consumer's version of the phone wont come with it. Luckily I bought mine ages ago when I had the Evo 3D.

I doubt any retailer is removing the MHL adapter. (unless you ordered your phone from Gamestop, that is).
The more likely explanation is that reviewers were also sent MHL adapters so that they could give more complete reviews. It's just a sign of the times that retail devices lack connectivity components. At least phones still come with AC adapters and USB cords (knock on wood).

I just find it strange that the box even has a compartment for it, but its empty with some of the reviews.
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Looks like its not included. None of the ones in my best buy have an adapter

you can get an MHL adapter at Monoprice for like 14 dollars (i think 16 shipped). Mine is on it's way.

wingzfan said:
Looks like its not included. None of the ones in my best buy have an adapter
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Thanks for the info, but, that sucks! Sure had my hopes up...
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chrisnosleep said:
I just find it strange that the box even has a compartment for it, but its empty with some of the reviews.
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The empty space in the box is for the battery.

official Micro USB cable

does anyone know where to purchase it. i know t-mobile doesn't have it and I've looked around on ebay and amazon but i cant find it

Actionx1 said:
does anyone know where to purchase it. i know t-mobile doesn't have it and I've looked around on ebay and amazon but i cant find it
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You don't need the same micro-usb cable that came with the phone. any micro-usb cable will work just as good. I have found that the cable that comes with this phone works well only with this phone and constantly loses connection with other devices. If your looking for a replacement cable, I would stay away from the Samsung OEM cable.

Stay away from cheap Sears ones to.mine makes my touch screen all jumpy while it is plugged in.
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I got a few of these a while back. They are identical in every way to the cable that came with my Infuse, AT&T Galaxy S2 and now my T-Mobile Galaxy S2. They are "real" Samsung cables (not that it matters).
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Repla...ef=sr_1_1?rps=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1324396585&sr=8-1
and here with the OEM charger: http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Travel-Charger-Adapter-MicroUSB/dp/B0049IE70I/ref=pd_cp_cps_1
That being said, the 98cent cables from Monoprice work perfectly fine.

I have bought plenty of other cables, but its just that the cable my SG2 came with is really good and it fits nicely and secure in my phone. I've bought a lot that seem to not stick in the slot properly
This is the cable it cane with.
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MisterEdF said:
I got a few of these a while back. They are identical in every way to the cable that came with my Infuse, AT&T Galaxy S2 and now my T-Mobile Galaxy S2. They are "real" Samsung cables (not that it matters).
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Repla...ef=sr_1_1?rps=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1324396585&sr=8-1
and here with the OEM charger: http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Travel-Charger-Adapter-MicroUSB/dp/B0049IE70I/ref=pd_cp_cps_1
That being said, the 98cent cables from Monoprice work perfectly fine.
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Thats not the same cable that comes with the t-mobile galaxy s2. That charger isn't the t-mobile galaxy s2 oem charger either.
To the op, I have yet to see a place that has the actual cable or chargers that come with our phones.
Edit: op, the Tmobile sensation 4G micro cable is a decent cable and does sit securely in this phone. I'd take that cable as a 2nd choice if needed urgently.
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I don't have my phone since it arrives tomarrow, but every BlackBerry cable I've ever tried on my Vibrant worked just fine. Heck I even use my wifes BlackBerry car adapter now and then. They both use the micro usb cable. I can't see why they would be any different for the SGII.

Yeah I have the sensation 4G cable as well. I bought these gold plated cables online, but they don't charge my phone. Spent $10 for 3 of them. What a waste.
I previously bought 3 other cables from a different company and they were a POS. They came apart with in weeks. No joke. But I found that original SG2 T-MOBILE cable to be amazingly good. I wouldn't mind spending cash on them.
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Actionx1 said:
I have bought plenty of other cables, but its just that the cable my SG2 came with is really good and it fits nicely and secure in my phone. I've bought a lot that seem to not stick in the slot properly
This is the cable it cane with.
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That's not the cable that came with mine. I got the same cable for the T989 as I got with the AT&T Infuse and the AT&T GS2 i777. All except the Infuse came from corp stores in sealed boxes. I guess they change "official cables" depending on their inventory. Mine all are all (Amazon ones and the ones in the box) identical to this one: http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/APCBU10BBEBSTD as are the ones I linked to on Amazon and all have the Samsung logo on them and are sealed Samsung packages with the part number on them. If you go to the link above click on the "see all" button.
Also added a pic of the charger that came with both GS2's (AT&T and T-Mo) but not with the Infuse, that was slightly different but the cables were the same. It too is the same as the one from Amazon I linked to that was like $10 for the OEM cable and OEM charger.

Oh wow. I got completely different cables and charger. Mine came sealed too and they have the Samsung logo. I'll upload some pics when I get home. The quality build on the cable and charger are really good. That's why I wanna get some spares.
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That's not the cable that came with mine. I got the same cable for the T989 as I got with the AT&T Infuse and the AT&T GS2 i777. All except the Infuse came from corp stores in sealed boxes. I guess they change "official cables" depending on their inventory. Mine all are all (Amazon ones and the ones in the box) identical to this one: http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/APCBU10BBEBSTD as are the ones I linked to on Amazon and all have the Samsung logo on them and are sealed Samsung packages with the part number on them. If you go to the link above click on the "see all" button.
Also added a pic of the charger that came with both GS2's (AT&T and T-Mo) but not with the Infuse, that was slightly different but the cables were the same. It too is the same as the one from Amazon I linked to that was like $10 for the OEM cable and OEM charger.
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That picture is the exact charger/cable that comes WITH the infuse and not the gs2. You got shafted. As the cable that comes with the gs2 is more premium and the charger is like the ipod/iphone one but in black.
Guess chargers just aren't your thing.

Thanks, your photo is very helpful since it confirms what I've haven't otherwise been able to confirm, the charger outputs up to 0.7A.
I picked up a T989 off of ebay that didn't come with a charger. Hmm. Anyway, my Nexus One chargers seem to work fine with it, but 0.5A chargers do not charge it. FWIW, the T989 manual at Samsung pictures a charger that looks like this one at Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005OSURT2
which is claimed to be up to 1.0A

The only problem with the oem cable is that it is too short.

If you're still looking for it search Droid Charge OEM charger on eBay.
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Wow, you guys have alot different ones i suppose? I got this for mine.
EDIT: Is it .15A

Husam2011 said:
Wow, you guys have alot different ones i suppose? I got this for mine.
EDIT: Is it .15A
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Yup that's the one that I got. That cable ie really beautiful designed. I want an extra one.
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Actionx1 said:
Yup that's the one that I got. That cable ie really beautiful designed. I want an extra one.
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It's the same one everybody except the cable/charger guru got.
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Spare Charger

So, where the heck can I buy a spare charger and dock cable for my Note 10.1? Best Buy doesn't sell them, I didn't see anything on Amazon, I'm just confused. Help!

wanderfowl said:
So, where the heck can I buy a spare charger and dock cable for my Note 10.1? Best Buy doesn't sell them, I didn't see anything on Amazon, I'm just confused. Help!
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You mean this?
i ordered a spare one today.
TS

I got this http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004DBD4TG/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00 and it works fine yet i need to try it with my reg. usb power adapter...

Any charger compatible with previous Galaxy Tab devices will work.

Thanks all! Ordered one. Still silly that they use proprietary chargers and pinouts...
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If you ever feel the need to be more then two feet away from the charger while using your tablet this is a good option.
This is what I use....
http://www.ebay.com/itm/3M-10ft-LON...4?pt=US_Tablet_Accessories&hash=item43b29ad87

That is exactly what I have been looking for.
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Nice find, but I hate having to wait for items to be shipped from Hong Kong, why not just get a USB extended cable like any of these.
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Normally sure, but that item arrived from HK in 5 days and I purchased a OTG cable as well from the seller.
Plus its fairly high quality 22 gauge wire in one continuous cable.
Its win....

Assurion hooked me up!!!! I'm happy and rambling, so it's a long read! Lol

So I file a claim, pay the $200, and they sent me a replacement. It had a mark on the top right chrome trim ring, but I was just gonna deal with it as it was really tiny, even though I'm super picky about my devices. After I put my UAG case on it though, I noticed that the case didn't fit just right, and there was a gap in between the glass and the chrome trim. Also, the charger they sent was black instead of white. Most importantly though it was just 1 piece, with no usb to micro usb cable, and also rated at only 0.7A output. So I called them up, told them about my issues, and a replacement of both was being sent.
I received the replacements and the phone looked perfect. The charger was 2 piece this time, but still only rated at 0.7A output, and black again. So I'm on the phone with Sprint getting it activated, but I'm not getting an LTE signal, and I always get an awesome LTE signal at my house(36mbps download and 15mbps upload)!! The Sprint rep keeps trying to resend the data signal, and reset that signal, or whatever it is they do. After about 20 minutes of her trying everything she could, she noted my account that the device was faulty. I also told her about the charger only being 0.7A an she told me not to use it, an if I did then Assurion would be sending me another replacement before long. She said that they've had multiple S3's overheat and catch fire because the phone is trying to pull 2A from a charger that's not capable of 2A, and it's causing problems. Not saying that this is true, it's just what the Sprint rep told me.
So I called Assurion AGAIN an told them about the ongoing problems I've had and what Sprint had just told me. The rep transferred me to a manager, he apologized, and said that they would send me a new Note 2 since I've kept having ongoing problems with their refurbished units! He also said that I could keep any accessories that I wanted because all they need back is the phone itself! The next morning FedEx pulled up with my package, I open it up and sure enough I have a new Note 2 in an unopened box!!! I was really surprised that they actually did send me a new device in the box, just like I had just bought it off that shelf!!!
So I now have a new Note 2 with a numbers matching box, 3 batteries, 3 battery doors, and 3 S-Pens!! Having a numbers matching box and a device that will only be 3 or 4 months when the Note 3 comes to Sprint, should definitely bring top dollar when I go to sell it!! Not to mention having extra batteries, battery doors, S-Pens, chargers, official Samsung TPU case and flip cover, other name brand cases, etc.
Anyway, just thought I'd share my good luck that I had with Assurion! Makes me feel better about paying for insurance for so many years and never filing a claim before! Assurion surprised me and definitely hooked me up this time!!! Now I'm glad I had issues with the first 2 replacements because it definitely paid off in the end!! I'm one happy guy!!!! Big props to Assurion!!!
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Lucky duck

Awesome, I love a success story!..........

I'm surprised they sent you a charger in the first place. Asurion usually only sends the phone.
What happened to your original phone?
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phatmanxxl said:
Lucky duck
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VERY LUCKY!!
Wiley_11 said:
Awesome, I love a success story!..........
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Thanks!! This was a VERY successful story for me!!
DarkManX4lf said:
I'm surprised they sent you a charger in the first place. Asurion usually only sends the phone.
What happened to your original phone?
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I reported my device lost, and my charger was also in the little bag my phone was in. Assurion had to send me a charger along with the phone, otherwise I wouldn't be able to charge the phone. Well, I guess I could have used another micro usb charger that I have because I have a LOT. Don't think any of my others are rated at 2A output though. I have plenty of HTC chargers and I know they're only 1A. I'll have to check the charger that came with my 2013 N7 FHD. I would think that it's more than just 1A, but it might not be. Oh, speaking of tablets, it just hit me that my Asus Infinity wall charger is 2.1A, I believe. I'll check both of them and edit this post once I find out. Doesn't matter now since I have a new 2A Samsung wall charger, but just in case anyone was wondering what the output of those chargers are. Now I'm curious myself to see what they both are!
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Sorry, Double post.

Asus Transformers
stanglifemike said:
VERY LUCKY!!
Thanks!! This was a VERY successful story for me!!
I reported my device lost, and my charger was also in the little bag my phone was in. Assurion had to send me a charger along with the phone, otherwise I wouldn't be able to charge the phone. Well, I guess I could have used another micro usb charger that I have because I have a LOT. Don't think any of my others are rated at 2A output though. I have plenty of HTC chargers and I know they're only 1A. I'll have to check the charger that came with my 2013 N7 FHD. I would think that it's more than just 1A, but it might not be. Oh, speaking of tablets, it just hit me that my Asus Infinity wall charger is 2.1A, I believe. I'll check both of them and edit this post once I find out. Doesn't matter now since I have a new 2A Samsung wall charger, but just in case anyone was wondering what the output of those chargers are. Now I'm curious myself to see what they both are!
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Yep, the Transformers are 2.1 amp. and work very well with the Note 2.

Sell me an spen?
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Same I need a new spen, my sensitivity is screwed up
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Recommend a decent/reliable usb cable

I bought a bought 3M/10ft usb cable from eBay but the connection that goes into the phone is quite loose.
Can any recommend a quality/branded cable of that length from a UK stockist ?

the_chang said:
I bought a bought 3M/10ft usb cable from eBay but the connection that goes into the phone is quite loose.
Can any recommend a quality/branded cable of that length from a UK stockist ?
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Try Amazon.
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ilal2ielli said:
Try Amazon.
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That's hardly any help, do you not think he did that already?
To the OP, I can't recommend any specific cable to you, but I do have some experience with some of those "OEM chargers" that are often advertised on Amazon. I ordered 2 of them off amazon, and both of them were not actually OEM chargers and they both barely worked. One didn't even charge my phone (emailed the seller and got a refund, but it's the principle), and the other one had a faulty tip that didn't sit tight in my phone. The only thing I can suggest is being careful, sorry I can't link you a cable. Hope you find one.

ilal2ielli said:
Try Amazon.
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What Brand ?
Am after suggestions of quality cables

saucyross said:
That's hardly any help, do you not think he did that already?
To the OP, I can't recommend any specific cable to you, but I do have some experience with some of those "OEM chargers" that are often advertised on Amazon. I ordered 2 of them off amazon, and both of them were not actually OEM chargers and they both barely worked. One didn't even charge my phone (emailed the seller and got a refund, but it's the principle), and the other one had a faulty tip that didn't sit tight in my phone. The only thing I can suggest is being careful, sorry I can't link you a cable. Hope you find one.
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Amazon has reviews. OP can search and read reviews to see quality.
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Am after suggestions of quality cables
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Don't know if Amazon UK stocks same brand cables as Amazon US. As I replied to poster above, might want to try and do a little research to see what's best.
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the_chang said:
I bought a bought 3M/10ft usb cable from eBay but the connection that goes into the phone is quite loose.
Can any recommend a quality/branded cable of that length from a UK stockist ?
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I have a 6ft amazon basics usb cable. Charges the phone and transfers data just like the orignal cable. I've had this for around 2 months and no problems

the_chang said:
I bought a bought 3M/10ft usb cable from eBay but the connection that goes into the phone is quite loose.
Can any recommend a quality/branded cable of that length from a UK stockist ?
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You can check out at Fommy and they have variety of brands over their and you cam also avail the USB for free shipping too that could be worth of its cost....

Galactus said:
I have a 6ft amazon basics usb cable. Charges the phone and transfers data just like the orignal cable. I've had this for around 2 months and no problems
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I'll second this. Best cables I have used for the price.
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I have bought many cables from digitalkynectonline on Ebay. The cables have held up very good. I have bought 6ft and 10ft cables and they are reasonably priced. The ends are molded unlike some of the cheap cables you get on ebay.The cord is heavier than than alot to and seems to take alot of abuse. The ends seem to fit in the phone nice and tight.

I have putchased the cheap ones off of amazon. Only use prime. Most work for several months. Expensive ones seem to work as well as the cheap ones. If I get one that does not work I ship it back at no cost. For $2 or $3 dollars a cable it is worth it.
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I don't like buying cables chargers or batteries on amazon eBay or other similar sites. I've been burned a few times. Rather then taking my chances, I order from reputable company's only. I would recommend PowerByGen they are very good products. Check them out. http://www.powerbygen.com/Cables_c_12.html
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Hello
Cables are best purchased here: http://www.monoprice.com/mobile/
I buy all of my HDMI, USB, TOSLINK, adapters, etc. and have never been disappointed.
Have Fun.
C.
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I know this might seem out of left field, but Motorola's MicroUSB cables have always been incredibly reliable for me. They're made tough and any deep operations I may do (S-OFF, adb sideloading, etc) work flawlessly with them. They're not the perfect price like at monoprice.com but if you don't care about price and just want quality, Moto ain't too shabby.
http://www.motorola.com/us/accessories-batteries-chargers/USB-Data-Cable/usb-data-cable.html

coldsteal said:
I have putchased the cheap ones off of amazon. Only use prime. Most work for several months. Expensive ones seem to work as well as the cheap ones. If I get one that does not work I ship it back at no cost. For $2 or $3 dollars a cable it is worth it.
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Enough for the cable.

the_chang said:
I bought a bought 3M/10ft usb cable from eBay but the connection that goes into the phone is quite loose.
Can any recommend a quality/branded cable of that length from a UK stockist ?
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I've had good luck with an OEM Samsung 1.5m cable. #ECC1DU2BBE.
https://www.google.com/search?q=ECC1DU2BBE