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Does Qi charger work if there's a case on the phone?

Not sure if this is the right forum to post this but I've been trying to find out if I have a case, will Qi charger still work? I bought a Spigen Slim Armor case and would like to buy a Qi charger as well.

nickotine18 said:
Not sure if this is the right forum to post this but I've been trying to find out if I have a case, will Qi charger still work? I bought a Spigen Slim Armor case and would like to buy a Qi charger as well.
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Should be fine. I have a case on my Nexus 4 and Nexus 7 and it works on the wireless charger just fine.

I want to mount a wireless charger inside my bedside table so I don't have to see it. I hope I can do that plus have a case on it. Here is what I'm talking about.
http://www.reddit.com/r/Android/comments/14xcx6/qi_wireless_charger_for_my_dna_built_into_my_desk/

grndc2gsr said:
I want to mount a wireless charger inside my bedside table so I don't have to see it. I hope I can do that plus have a case on it. Here is what I'm talking about.
http://www.reddit.com/r/Android/comments/14xcx6/qi_wireless_charger_for_my_dna_built_into_my_desk/
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That's pretty cool but you would be limited to having your phone on that one spot forever.

nickotine18 said:
Not sure if this is the right forum to post this but I've been trying to find out if I have a case, will Qi charger still work? I bought a Spigen Slim Armor case and would like to buy a Qi charger as well.
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I just tried my Nexus 5 on a LG WCP-300 wireless QI charger and it seems to work up to 10 or 12mm of paper.
Not sure what the different cases are made of but I had a Ringke slim case for the past year on my old Nexus 4 with no problems at all. (again tried it with 10mm of paper for a test and it works fine).
Distance away from the charger might affect how fast it can charge, and different chargers might perform differently, YMMV.

nevermind on my post

nickotine18 said:
Not sure if this is the right forum to post this but I've been trying to find out if I have a case, will Qi charger still work? I bought a Spigen Slim Armor case and would like to buy a Qi charger as well.
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I just got Spigen Slim Case [Ultra Fit] and (Upgraded) RAVPower Qi-Enabled Wireless Charger and my N5 has no problems charging through the case (actually I can hold the phone almost 1/2 inch above the charging pad and it still chargers).

Spigen Neo Hybrid - Warning!

The Neo Hybrid does not allow use of most micro USB cables. The height of the rubber grip is too great to fit in the opening. Of 5 existing cables and car cords, none are useable. The only cable I have that works is the one that game with the phone. I think I will return the case. Never had an issue with Seido and I think I will wait for the Seido Dilex (Active) with holster that they told me today will be out at months end.

alylea said:
The Neo Hybrid does not allow use of most micro USB cables. The height of the rubber grip is too great to fit in the opening. Of 5 existing cables and car cords, none are useable. The only cable I have that works is the one that game with the phone. I think I will return the case. Never had an issue with Seido and I think I will wait for the Seido Dilex (Active) with holster that they told me today will be out at months end.
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Any pic of it?
the others say that the USB cable works well

My USB cable fits just fine with my previous chargers. My previous chargers being older phone chargers including Galaxy Nexus, N4 charger.
Stop using non-genuine chargers :/

This is an issue with most cases, when buying usb cables I always look for ones that have a similar sized micro usb end.

The height of the usb hole is about 7mm so if your usb plug is smaller than that, you should be good.

Do not have any trouble with any chargers I have

I also do not have any issues with any of my usb cables.

Mine is also going back for exact same reasons.

Same issue. Returning mine to Amazon.ca

all my chargers work just fine. all major brands no cheap ones.

my gripe with this case is that it makes the phone feel bulky, wide, and taller then it is supposed to be. holding it feels like a galaxy note or something. i need to find a thinner case that still provides a bit of protection. the search continues

smirkis said:
my gripe with this case is that it makes the phone feel bulky, wide, and taller then it is supposed to be. holding it feels like a galaxy note or something. i need to find a thinner case that still provides a bit of protection. the search continues
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What other cases are you looking at? I really like this case but yeah it can be pretty difficult to hold with one hand. I can do it but can't reach all places of the screen.
I was thinking about the Spigen Ultra Hybrid, maybe.

zephiK said:
What other cases are you looking at? I really like this case but yeah it can be pretty difficult to hold with one hand. I can do it but can't reach all places of the screen.
I was thinking about the Spigen Ultra Hybrid, maybe.
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I was thinking about the ultra hybrid too. Want to stick to spigen for the case. But looks like the size of cutouts on ultra hybrid are same as the neo. Search continues.
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i had a case similar to the ultra hybrid on my N4 and it was just ew lol. i just ordered a dbrand skin in mahogany for the sides/back so i may just go with that. the N5 naked is just beautiful.

contagous said:
all my chargers work just fine. all major brands no cheap ones.
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Guess Motorola and HTC OEM's are cheap ones... my bad.

Maybe try TPU cases from Diztronic or Caseology? They're not fingerprint magnets, and they seem to hold up really well in drop tests (one I saw showed no damage to the phone with a pretty extensive number of drops)

ronakg said:
I was thinking about the ultra hybrid too. Want to stick to spigen for the case. But looks like the size of cutouts on ultra hybrid are same as the neo. Search continues.
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Are they? ....... I know the Ringke Fusion isn't as thick but people say that the Spigen's Hybrid has better "quality" and feels better in the hands.
I like the Slim but it doesn't offer any protection on the top/bottom.
alylea said:
Guess Motorola and HTC OEM's are cheap ones... my bad.
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I've never seen any of those chargers so I wouldn't know but I've tried 2 Samsung OEM and 2 LG OEM chargers and they work fine. The Nexus 4 USB cable was pretty thick too on the port and fit fine.

Mine all work, they are just a tight squeeze except for the one that came with the phone. Neo Hybrid here.

alylea said:
Guess Motorola and HTC OEM's are cheap ones... my bad.
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My LG nexus chargers works fine, from Gnex, Nexus4 and Nexus5. Plus my girlfriends Samsungs works fine too. oh and even my HTC incredible one works too.

I have not problem with the case or the USB except the 3.5 audio jack the cut out is ridiculously small not all of your headphones will fit just keep that in mind. otherwise, it feels really premium.

ROCK Texture Series Book Case

So today I've got this nice surprise in my mailbox, wasn't expecting it so soon since I've ordered it a week ago and the case was shipped from Hon Kong to Europe (Slovenia).
It's a ROCK Texture Series Book Case for Note 10.1 2014. I've ordered it on eBay, pretty nice deal with a 23 € price tag and free shipping.
The case is what I've expected, leather style, is slim and looks elegant. Feels good and nice to hold it. It has no magnets - after reading many reports on magnets interfering with digitizer and pen, I've decided to go with elastic band.
Here are some pics attached for you to evaluate.

I'm using it at color brown. It's amazing cover.

How's the weight? I've bought 3 different covers, and they all pack more weight then the original samsung cover.
Can the elastic band double as a form of handstrap?
does the wake/sleep / daynote work with this cover?
BTW is this the same one?
http://www.casesinthebox.com/rock-t...-p600-p601-2014-edition-dark-grey_p15245.html
Note that in the description it says " Support intelligent magnetic sleeping & awakening function. "

I don't have the original Samsung case, so I can't compare regarding weight. To me it doesn't feel like it adds some notable weight to the tablet.
Elastic is indeed usable as a handstrap, to help you cary the tablet around safer.
Yes, it's the same cover as on your link and as it says it supports wake/sleep function.
Br.
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There is a case with a hand strap, forgot which one, and i didnt have a clue how this was supposed to work, the strap seemed misplaced.
I am using the Tucano Youngster universal case for my 7" tablet. By putting the sling attached to the zipper over your thumb, you can safely hold the tablet one-handed in portrait and landscape mode. With the 10“ version i finally got for the Note, only portrait works, or you have giant hands.
The best Note specific case seemed to be the hard to find Rock Excel, but w/o strap or sling, which is important to me.

this is the same one , right?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/22132752899...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649

The Excel has a magnetic lock and no strap. Furthermore, it covers the usb port when closed. While basically sturdy, micro usb ports are sensitive to unwanted stuff inside(Which is difficult to see & even harder to remove) . Might block or damage it during insertion of the plug. And there's no alternative charging option on the note, like a charge jack or wireless charging.

lecorbusier said:
The Excel has a magnetic lock and no strap. Furthermore, it covers the usb port when closed. While basically sturdy, micro usb ports are sensitive to unwanted stuff inside(Which is difficult to see & even harder to remove) . Might block or damage it during insertion of the plug. And there's no alternative charging option on the note, like a charge jack or wireless charging.
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Is this the one?

milanche said:
Is this the one?
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LOL, forgot to c/p link: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Note10-1-...lePhonesCasesPouches&var=&hash=item417934bd3f

Spigen Slim Armor Case with QI Charging?

Has anyone tried QI charging through the Spigen Slim Armor case? I got an aftermarket back cover with the Qi sticker on my VZW G3 but I'm concerned that the case's non TPU back will interfere with wireless charging. According to the QI spec it should be okay but who knows.
Anyone have success setting up wireless charging through the Spigen Slim Armor case? If so, what charger did you use?

I read a post that someone said it's working but on slow charge. I'm waiting for my charger to show up then I can confirm.

Just received my charger. It does indeed charge but I did get the "Charging Slowly" message. Doesn't seem much slower than plugging it in though. Just a matter of minutes and it's already gone up two percentage points. So I feel an overnight charge will be plenty to charge a dead battery, which was my main concern.
I bought this charger...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Qi-Wireless...l_Phone_PDA_Chargers&var=&hash=item486b124eff
I'm wondering if brand of charger will make a difference in output or signal strength to the phone. I have it plugged into a 5-port Anker 40W USB charger hub.
Going to test to see if it charges with the screen on as well.

So even though I got the slow charging message it looks like it's charging about 10% every 20 minutes or so.
Seems good to me! That's with my Spigen Slim Armor case installed and screen off.

Tried it with the SLIM ARMOR and the original Charger WCD-100 from LG
Not working at all.
I think the case is much to thick to connect.

Try a different charger. Mine works great.

Retarded Timing said:
So even though I got the slow charging message it looks like it's charging about 10% every 20 minutes or so.
Seems good to me! That's with my Spigen Slim Armor case installed and screen off.
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You mentioned it was a third party back plate...do you get the same message if you try to charge without the slim armor case?

Yes

i have no problems using the slim armor and itian a6 wireless charger.

The Nokia DT-910 charger should work with the SLIM ARMOR without any problems

kingoftf said:
The Nokia DT-910 charger should work with the SLIM ARMOR without any problems
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Do you have a Nokia dt910? Mine charges fast but will randomly beep and flash the charging screen again like I moved it.

bobbarker2 said:
Has anyone tried QI charging through the Spigen Slim Armor case? I got an aftermarket back cover with the Qi sticker on my VZW G3 but I'm concerned that the case's non TPU back will interfere with wireless charging. According to the QI spec it should be okay but who knows.
Anyone have success setting up wireless charging through the Spigen Slim Armor case? If so, what charger did you use?
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Yes. Works here with Nokia DT910. I have the random disconnect issue bit I have that without a case on also.

With my G3, an Aukey N11 Qi charger and a Spigen Slim Armor case, it's working fine !

Spigen Slim Armor case and Tylt Vue works great.

Spigen slim armor case and Koolpad works flawless! ( I did have to disable the annoying beep on the Koolpad)

fury161 said:
Spigen Slim Armor case and Tylt Vue works great.
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the tylt is a 12V Wireless charger and is more powerful than the standard 5V

works fine
Ive got a "slim armour " case from dhgate and a itian charger aand it works fine without and slow charging problems ?

I order today itian a6. When i try i will tell here how it is. I use slimpack case.

I posted this yesterday in the VZW Accessories thread, but figured it may help some folks here as well.
Figured I'd post my Qi setup in my car for anyone else looking for a similar solution.
I'm using these products:
iOttie Qi Car Mount: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
OEM Qi compatible back cover: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Spigen Slim Armor Case: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16875934268
Wireless charging works perfectly in the car, and that is with the Slim Armor case on. The mount is well made and has a great design. It's a bit pricey (though currently on sale for under $40) but I'm very satisfied given the quality and functionality. I was a bit wary buying the back cover from a generic merchant in China, but it shipped relatively quickly (about 2 weeks) and works perfectly, NFC included. Hope this helps someone.

Can you wirelessly charge with a case on?

Is it possible to put a case on the Pixel 3 XL and still use wireless charging? Will only certain cases work? None?
Thanks.

Probably depends on the case. Even on the Google website it shows one charging on the stand with a case (fabric on). Looking at Spigen's site some of them say clearly they support wireless charging while it's omitted for others...

whoster69 said:
Is it possible to put a case on the Pixel 3 XL and still use wireless charging? Will only certain cases work? None?
Thanks.
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Depends on the case. The ones that can will say so. For example some of the Spigens can and it says so. Others say nothing about it and they can't.

Yes you definitely can as long as there isn't anything blocking the connection through the case like a magnet. Even externally using a pop sockets you can't wireless charger. So the answer is yes it'll work through mostly anything and any case unless there is an object in between

During the Google presentation they said you can charge even with a case

Good to know. Thanks for the replies.

I have never had an issue wirelessly charging with a case on. With any phone and even using an external wireless charger adapter

Charging and charging well are two different things. As an example my Note 8 took forever to charge with the leather case on and had to be set on the charger just exactly right to charge at all. Case off and you could just toss it on the pad and it worked. Thick leather has been the worst in my experience, TPU seems to have little effect if any over charging sans case. In the latter case those were all lightweight close fitting cases, might be different with the thicker full protection style cases like a defender. Haven't tried any other materials with wireless charging.

I went with the "all around" protection and go the Otterbox Defender case... it unfortunately doesn't work well with the Pixel Stand.. even with the rubber outter shell off it doesn't charge consistantly. It will charge, then stop... I'm getting a Spigen Neo Hybrid which..is supposed to work with Wireless charging.

presence06 said:
I went with the "all around" protection and go the Otterbox Defender case... it unfortunately doesn't work well with the Pixel Stand.. even with the rubber outter shell off it doesn't charge consistantly. It will charge, then stop... I'm getting a Spigen Neo Hybrid which..is supposed to work with Wireless charging.
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Most chargers require the case to be <=4mm to charge wirelessly.

I tried the Pixel Stand with my P3XL while the case was on (Otterbox Defender) and have not noticed any issues. Yet...
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works great with spigen rugged armor..