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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).

Wireless Charging on Spigen Neo Hybrid case

Case : Spigen Neo Hybrid Gold
Charger : Panasonic QE-TM101 (work perfect)
Sanwa Enerlink WLC-STN11BK (work perfect)

kun_ken said:
Case : Spigen Neo Hybrid Gold
Charger : Panasonic QE-TM101 (work perfect)
Sanwa Enerlink WLC-STN11BK (work perfect)
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Add to the list:
RAVPower Qi Charger (Works Pretty good, Sometimes I have to unplug and replug the charger) <$40
RAVPOWER AMAZON LINK
MOCREO(TM) 10000mAh High Capacity Portable Power Bank Qi-Enabled Single-Position Wireless Charger Charging Pad TX-5600 (DoCooler, Choe, and Skyrocket are all the same as this one) (Works really good and it's completely wireless!!!! << About $50-$70 too!
SOLD OUT BUT LOOK UP THE OTHER ONES I NAMED

Just about any case will work with the current wireless chargers so this thread is pretty redundant to the other wireless charging threads.
However, I might as well contribute.
LG WCP-700 (Works well with the Neo Hybrid case)
http://www.amazon.com/LG-WCP-700-Portable-Office-Charging/dp/B005DMBSVA

AWESOME. I just ordered a wireless charger yesterday and I have that case, good to know
btw the gold is an awesome color

Anyone tried if:
1. The official nexus Charger works with the neo hybrid
2. Are the magnets strong enough to be used as a car mount with the case?

Unfortunately the Spigen Neo Hybrid doesn't works with the Nokia DT910, it makes the Nexus 5 being a little more up on the stand, and the recoil for the wireless isn't aligned anymore and don't want to charge ... Now I have a case to sell if anyone is interested (Neo Hybrid Champagne Gold)...

Spigen Neo Hybrid works with official wireless charger, and magnetic capability work too !

Glutt0ny said:
Unfortunately the Spigen Neo Hybrid doesn't works with the Nokia DT910, it makes the Nexus 5 being a little more up on the stand, and the recoil for the wireless isn't aligned anymore and don't want to charge ... Now I have a case to sell if anyone is interested (Neo Hybrid Champagne Gold)...
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I have the Neo Hybrid and the DT910 - works fine. Occasionally it won't start charging if I set it on the stand mis-aligned, but if I'm a little careful it works...use it for every overnight charge as a night clock, too. My DT-900 plate on my desk also works perfectly with the Neo Hybrid case.

xlys said:
Spigen Neo Hybrid works with official wireless charger, and magnetic capability work too !
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Can you see if the magnets are powerful enough to hold the phone like it would be mounted in a car?

I have the Nillkin Magic Disc, works perfect with Neo Hybrid Gold.

P90Puma said:
Can you see if the magnets are powerful enough to hold the phone like it would be mounted in a car?
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I wouldn't rely on the magnets for this in the car if I was using a case. I wouldn't have any problem relying on the magnets when the phone is not in a case (I don't use one myself) as the official nexus magnets are very stable, provided you practice with it to get really used to getting it in the sweet spot...it's kinda funny, for me it feels almost like it notches into place if I give it just the right amount of force on the phone) but through the thickness of the case, I'm sure it would be very prone to falling off.
Not to mention when you hit a bump in the road. Come to think of it, maybe even without a case it would be capable of popping off. Don't know, I don't drive.
( I do use the official charger at home, mounted in the similar way as what you would have in a car though, it's attached to the side of my dresser which is next to my bed so I can just turn over and look at it if needed, and so it works well with voice commands if I'm taking a nap or whatever. )

I've been using the Nokia DT-900 and the Spigen Neo Hybrid Case with no problems

P90Puma said:
Can you see if the magnets are powerful enough to hold the phone like it would be mounted in a car?
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They don't with the case

kun_ken said:
Case : Spigen Neo Hybrid Gold
Charger : Panasonic QE-TM101 (work perfect)
Sanwa Enerlink WLC-STN11BK (work perfect)
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Can you explain, please: did you use official Samsung wireless back cover & Spigen cover + wireless charger?
Or some Qi receiver and standart back cover?
I just bought samsung wireless back and it's work fine, but I afraid that spigen cover didn't fit.
If you use standart back cover and Qi receiver, did it fit well in spigen case in result?
Thank you!

imort said:
Can you explain, please: did you use official Samsung wireless back cover & Spigen cover + wireless charger?
Or some Qi receiver and standart back cover?
I just bought samsung wireless back and it's work fine, but I afraid that spigen cover didn't fit.
If you use standart back cover and Qi receiver, did it fit well in spigen case in result?
Thank you!
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This is the Nexus 5 forum, nobody should be using a Samsung back cover on this phone...

snives said:
This is the Nexus 5 forum, nobody should be using a Samsung back cover on this phone...
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Omg, sorry, find this thread by search and didn't see in which forum it belongs.

Official Nexus 7 Docks Available...Finally

http://www.droid-life.com/2014/02/26/asus-releases-two-official-nexus-7-docks-priced-at-50-and-90/
Both are on Amazon. The wired goes for $50, and the wireless goes for $70 (contrary to what the article states). It shows $90, but that's from a third party seller. You have to choose Amazon as the seller under "More Buying Options" if you want it for $70. Ships in 2-4 weeks.

Seems to be US only for now, despite the fact that it's an international device. I'll just stick with my Nokia Qi charger.

AlderCass said:
Seems to be US only for now, despite the fact that it's an international device. I'll just stick with my Nokia Qi charger.
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Agreed, while I like the idea of docks they are just always over priced and never work if you have a case. I have a nokia qi charger on my nightstand for my nexus 5, might as well just pick up another one for around $25 for my desk. So nice not having to plug in the charger anymore.

I have both the docks, they are available in the UK through the Asus Shop.
The wireless dock is a lot smaller than you might expect. It comes with a charger which has a very big suppression core at one end. It will charge the Nexus 7 with a case fitted or even with the case open (doubled up) to expose the screen. It only works with the Nexus 7 in landscape mode and does not have any magnets to hold the Nexus 7 in place. It is far less fussy than the Google official Qi charger which requires almost millimeter precise positioning and barely works with most cases.
The wired dock is made of a semi transparent grey plastic that attracts grease marks like a neodymium magnet. You need to remove the case from your Nexus 7 for it to connect, it is a very snug fit. The base has a micro HDMI connector and a micro USB for charging. Unlike an MHL adaptor it does not need power to work. This is really most suitable for semi permanent use, if you use a case to protect your Nexus 7 you would probably be better off buying a slim port display lead instead.

MobileBritain said:
I have both the docks, they are available in the UK through the Asus Shop.
The wireless dock is a lot smaller than you might expect. It comes with a charger which has a very big suppression core at one end. It will charge the Nexus 7 with a case fitted or even with the case open (doubled up) to expose the screen. It only works with the Nexus 7 in landscape mode and does not have any magnets to hold the Nexus 7 in place. It is far less fussy than the Google official Qi charger which requires almost millimeter precise positioning and barely works with most cases.
The wired dock is made of a semi transparent grey plastic that attracts grease marks like a neodymium magnet. You need to remove the case from your Nexus 7 for it to connect, it is a very snug fit. The base has a micro HDMI connector and a micro USB for charging. Unlike an MHL adaptor it does not need power to work. This is really most suitable for semi permanent use, if you use a case to protect your Nexus 7 you would probably be better off buying a slim port display lead instead.
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Cool. I ordered the wireless one from Amazon (for $70) after I made this thread. Even though it said "2 to 4 weeks" to ship, I actually just got the notification that it shipped today. Should be getting it by Tuesday. I was looking for a second standing Qi Charger (for work) since I use my Nexus 4 Orb at home. I'll see how it works with my N7 2013 as well as my N5. Do you have any experience using the wireless one with a N5?
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I don't have a Nexus 5 around to try it but recently read a review that said it worked well with the N5.
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I just ordered the corded one and it said I'll get it between march 25th and April 1st. Looking forward to it.

charesa39 said:
Cool. I ordered the wireless one from Amazon (for $70) after I made this thread. Even though it said "2 to 4 weeks" to ship, I actually just got the notification that it shipped today. Should be getting it by Tuesday. I was looking for a second standing Qi Charger (for work) since I use my Nexus 4 Orb at home. I'll see how it works with my N7 2013 as well as my N5. Do you have any experience using the wireless one with a N5?
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Welp... Just received the wireless charger. First off, let me say, it works wonderfully with the N7 2013, which one would hope considering this Qi charger was made specifically for it. It does look pretty slick and is A LOT smaller than I was anticipating. However, I'm sad to say that it's going back to Amazon. The main reason is that it doesn't work with my Nexus 5 like I was hoping it would. I have my N5 in a Diztronic TPU case, and the bottom lip of the case apparently raises it just high enough to be out of range of the charging coils. It will charge without a case, but I'm not about to commit to taking it out of the case every single time I want to use this charger for my N5. The only reason I could justify paying this price was if I would be able to use it on my N7 AND N5. I guess I'll just wait for the Tylt Vu to go back on sale again and pick that up instead. Pretty disappointed.

It is surprisingly smaller than you expect, whoever took the promo pictures should give Tom Cruise a call.
Shame it's not compatible with your N5 in it's case, that is a little surprising as this is the most unfussy Qi charger I have used to date.
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Asus UK website currently offering 50% off wireless or wired docks for all new Nexus 7 2013 bought in March. Off also includes a free travel case.
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The cord is kinda short on this thing... Any suggestions on what longer cable may work?
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Bummer :/
charesa39 said:
Welp... Just received the wireless charger. First off, let me say, it works wonderfully with the N7 2013, which one would hope considering this Qi charger was made specifically for it. It does look pretty slick and is A LOT smaller than I was anticipating. However, I'm sad to say that it's going back to Amazon. The main reason is that it doesn't work with my Nexus 5 like I was hoping it would. I have my N5 in a Diztronic TPU case, and the bottom lip of the case apparently raises it just high enough to be out of range of the charging coils. It will charge without a case, but I'm not about to commit to taking it out of the case every single time I want to use this charger for my N5. The only reason I could justify paying this price was if I would be able to use it on my N7 AND N5. I guess I'll just wait for the Tylt Vu to go back on sale again and pick that up instead. Pretty disappointed.
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Yeah I just got mine last week and I think I might be sending it back as well. The bottom lip isn't big enough to secure the N7 2013 while its in my poetic case so it doesn't really work as the "plot-and-charge-grab-and-go" solution that I hoped it would.
Bummer :crying:

What would you buy for your Nexus?

If you already had a qi Charger (or 2) a Spigen case, tempered glass protector, what else would you buy for your beloved N5?

idbl_fanatic said:
If you already had a qi Charger (or 2) a Spigen case, tempered glass protector, what else would you buy for your beloved N5?
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An airdock with a cd mount.

Lokke9191 said:
An airdock with a cd mount.
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That and depending on which spigen case, slap a dbrand skin on it.

Good earphones with build-in mic (I own Xiaomi Piston v2).

A fit bird to carry it
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nothing short of a 50 acre mansion for my beloved nexus 5

Znamir81 said:
Good earphones with build-in mic (I own Xiaomi Piston v2).
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how are those earphones? I just ordered mine, I've heard some really good reviews about them.

I'm very satisfied. They look great, sound even better and work flawlessly with my Nexus 5 with all buttons and mic working just like they should. I've bought a lot of stuff for my phone but for me Pistons are one of the best buys ever.
The only downside is that while buying you have to beware of fakes, since the market is flooded with them.

Headphones (Audio Technica M50 )
Dbrand Skin

Znamir81 said:
I'm very satisfied. They look great, sound even better and work flawlessly with my Nexus 5 with all buttons and mic working just like they should. I've bought a lot of stuff for my phone but for me Pistons are one of the best buys ever.
The only downside is that while buying you have to beware of fakes, since the market is flooded with them.
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Agreed and agreed. Love mine. Work perfect with the n5.
Buy from ibuygou or penonaudio. Both sell 100% real ones.

I have gotten for my N5: A S-Line case, retractable earphones, a dedicated MicroUSB (and USB-A) 2amp car charger (it shows as "Fast Charge" on the lock screen and Ampere reports 1300mA to about 1580 or so mA), SlimPort adapter (not for Maru OS, i'm not even rooted!) and some other things.
I would get a : a dock, a Qi charger (FoneSalesman' QiStone+ is being eyed by me), A SECOND BLACK 32GB NEXUS 5 (Daniel 5 the red N5 and Daniel 5-2, the black N5, maybe?), BlueTooth headphone adapter,etc.

I got mad catz cntlr for gaming..now planning for it controller !!
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In my experience, a Diztronic case to replace the Spigen.

Diztronic? Really? The last one I bought, didn't impress me.
My answer. A DODOcase Durables case. They put the HTC One (M7) case on sale this week, and the M7 almost perfectly matches the Nexus 5's dimensions. I can wait to start carrying it in it. (I have Durables for my Nexus 4, and just got one for my iPod Touch 5gen. they're gorgeous, particularly when you get them for < US$50. Alas, the HTC One cases sold out in a day.)
I also ordered an LG QuickCover folio from Expansys. I always like having a full, book-style case for my phones. And this case is high speed. Light, thin, fits like a glove (better actually), and has a thin plate with magnets to ensure positioning on a Nexus 2013 wireless charger. Superb.

wallet/folio case with detachable magnetic phone option

a friend has a folio case for her iPhone where the phone is held in place via magnet for easy removal. it's this one here:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00XMHJ5W2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_MhDMAbH4A94VJ
is there anything like this for the p2xl??

I had one for my old iPhone 7 plus from dreem. But they don't make it for any Android smartphones. I did find the newseego leather wallet case and ordered it from Amazon.
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