So I didnt want to shell out $50 for a Qi charger and decided to go with this item from Amazon. It was in-stock and available for Prime shipping. Here's a quick review for those looking for an alternative to the OEM Nexus charger.
http://youtu.be/SJ3cQGaN3jM
Choetech Qi Wireless charging pad ($30)-
Amazon link: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00C40OG22
Pros:
- small, low profile, matte black, no big logo branding
- works thru flip case and tpu case
- works with both my Nexus 4 and Nexus 5
- blue LED light lets you know it is charging
- keeps trickle charging through the night so you wake up with 100% full battery
Cons:
- does not come with a charging plug (comes with charging pad and micro-usb cable)
- does not have magnets
Overall: Once you go wireless, you'll never go back.
I've received my universal Qi wireless receiver today. The receiver is smaller than I had thought and fits perfectly into the Moto G. Since our phone lacks internal preparation for Qi (like it can be found on the Samsung Note 2), the connection is made via a micro USB plug. The backdoor can still be clipped on without being disturbed by the Qi receiver pad or its flat band cable. Charging time should be about the about the same as charging the phone from a PC USB port that doesn't output more than 500mA.
This solution is obviously for those who don't need the phones usb port on a daily basis.
The adapter on the left picture (and in the video) is from ebay and is the one that arrived here first. I’ve changed the cable routing to remove the ugly bulge that was visible on my first picture. This adapter outputs a maximum of 500mA and can be purchased from ebay.
Make sure to purchase the "interface layout A, narrow interface up” variant.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/261348107126
17.Jan.2014 - The picture on the right shows an adapter purchased from DealExtreme, that arrived here yesterday. This adapter delivers up to 650mA and the flat band cable comes out of the lower side instead out of the backside which removes the need to bent over the cable.
http://dx.com/p/zy-408-wireless-charging-receiver-for-mobile-phone-micro-usb-black-259151
Both adapters work well, so don't worry if you've already bought the one I've first reviewed. (I have both version in use on different phones)
Here is a small video that shows me placing the receiver inside the Moto G:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U2WPjw-WaCI
Update 13.02.2014
From my testing I can tell the following:
1. An unrooted Moto G needs to be screen locked (I use the pattern lock type) or it will refuse to charge due to the missing pins. You can unlock the screen while it is charging as long as you don't lift it from the qi charger. (tested on 4.3 and 4.4.2, DE and FR firmware)
2. Root in combination with dubidu's tool makes it more straightforward but is not required.
Shadow_2k said:
I've received my universal Qi wireless receiver today. The receiver is smaller than I had thought and fits perfectly into the Moto G. Since our phone doesn't support Qi in any way, the connection is made via a micro USB plug. The backdoor can still be clipped on without being disturbed by the Qi receiver pad or its flat band cable.
This solution is obviously for those who don't need the phones usb port on a daily basis.
Should you wish to buy an adapter for your Moto G, make sure to get the "narrow-interface up" variant
I've also made a short video:
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Nice. Can you tell us where you got it from -- is it just one manufacturer making these?
Cheers.
I just bought it off amazon (hooray rewards card, it was free).
http://www.amazon.com/Universal-Wir...micro-USB/dp/B00H7FJX7M/ref=pd_rhf_gw_p_tnr_1
Theres a few on ebay if you just look up "Universal QI Wireless Charging Receiver film"
JCBomb said:
I just bought it off amazon (hooray rewards card, it was free).
Theres a few on ebay if you just look up "Universal QI Wireless Charging Receiver film"
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Thanks. I had looked on fleaBay and it looks like they all have the same packaging. I imagine any qi wireless charger thingy should work. In theory.
anyone know if this would work through an otterbox case? or I guess if this would even work with one due to the fact the part that plugs in sticks out a little bit...
I've bought it here:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/261348107126
The auction uses the same pictures as used in the amazon offer posted by JCBomb, might even be the same seller.
This is cool! I just hope there's like another way we can integrate that wireless charger.
Just saw your post at android.hilfe and started looking for some charger, it's indeed a neat solution.
Universal QI Wireless Charging Receiver film for micro-USB of All Android Mobile (7,99 USD):
http://cgi.ebay.fr/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...eName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
QI Wireless Charger Transmitter Charging Pad for Nokia Lumia 920 HTC 8X Nexus 4 (15,39 USD):
http://cgi.ebay.fr/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...eName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
Are u guys using this wireless QI receiver? I'm going to buy one next month, D: . Just for curiosity, how much time do u guys spend to get a full charge with the QI
Guys i found this one at dx.com
http://dx.com/pt/p/micro-usb-qi-wireless-charging-back-clip-black-253066
Those kind of product are not so great are chaging, basically it's almost the same power that if you charge through uSB = 500mA.
What you need to check is the charging value, sometime it's :
- 400mA or less (avoid it, will take ages to charge),
- 500mA (just like your regular USB charger),
- 1000mA (great ones, will charge just like a wall charger, twice as fast as the previous model).
So the one at DX is great, but they're cheaper on ebay, plus you can choose between Black or White - http://cgi.ebay.fr/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...eName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
This one was the cheapest (around £15) I could find and works fine.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2601628
impressive
wow, so cool :good:
Am I the only one thinking about finding the plug they use with all the pins intact and integrating a micro sd card into it for OTG storage? Wireless charging and storage, all in one, and fitting under a case.
I had that exact thought about two hours ago. Throw NFC in their while your at it.
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I had actually started to do some verrrry preliminary research into something like it using a ribbon cable and another usb port, so you could plug the phone into a wall charger and have the usb/sd card piggybacked off the cable. Hadn't gotten very far though...job, kid, wife etc.......
Someone TAKE MY MONEY for it!! Especially since it seems we're all soon to be headed down the 'no sd card' path.
I just got a Moto G for my wife and Nokia Wireless Charging Plate DT900 is not working any ideas why ?
It's not working with one of the universal QI receivers? Have you try enabling the floating charging (see my post)
tomciopaluch357 said:
I just got a Moto G for my wife and Nokia Wireless Charging Plate DT900 is not working any ideas why ?
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Yes, you also need receiver in your phone.
tomciopaluch357 said:
I just got a Moto G for my wife and Nokia Wireless Charging Plate DT900 is not working any ideas why ?
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Hello.
The Moto G doesn't support Qi on its own, you'll need to rig it with an universal wireless Qi charging receiver.
You can buy them from ebay, dealextreme and some other china based stores. The first post contains a short installation video.
This one from dealextreme will work (Output up to 650mA):
http://dx.com/p/zy-408-wireless-charging-receiver-for-mobile-phone-micro-usb-black-259151
as well as this one from ebay (Output up to 500mA):
make sure to purchase "interface layout A, narrow interface up)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/261348107126
Hello,
I am interested in buying a CHOETECH UPGRADED (http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00C40OG22/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=AS3H8BMRCXYCT) wireless charger for my nexus 5. I have a nillkin frosted shield case on my phone. I am curious if it would charge with that case on. And I'd like to know your opinion on that charger.
Thanks!
Qi chargers can charge from about 6mm (~1/4in) distance away from contact with the receiver in the phone. Unless your phone case is insanely thick, or made of metal, it will charge just fine through it.
I use that charger all the time. I've used 4 different cases on my phone and all worked the same.
Has anyone tried any of the USB C Qi chargers that plug in the bottom and stick to the back of the phone or go inside a case like this;
Type C Wireless Charging Receiver, Nillkin Magic Tag USB C Qi Wireless Charger Receiver Chip for Google Pixel/Pixel XL/Nexus 6P/LG V20/HTC 10/OnePlus 3 and other USB-C Devices https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M11UT3V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_kyzuybBPW89RC
Probably going to buy the Axon but just thinking about accessories that I can get.
Thanks
I bought a Nillkin Magic Tag QI charger and Spigen case. So far I'm loving them both.
utlilb said:
I bought a Nillkin Magic Tag QI charger and Spigen case. So far I'm loving them both.
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Thanks for the reply!
utlilb said:
I bought a Nillkin Magic Tag QI charger and Spigen case. So far I'm loving them both.
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How long is that Qi charger? Does it protrude into the fingerprint scanner at all?
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How long is that Qi charger? Does it protrude into the fingerprint scanner at all?
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The cable is a little longer and when stretched out will block about half the fingerprint scanner. But the ribbon is flexible enough to fold over itself and move the whole charger down enough. I recommend using a case to help hold the charger in place.
I bought this QI charger in the mini size
Type C Wireless Charging Receiver, CHGeek USB C Qi Receiver Module Patch Wireless Charger Film for LG G5, LG V20, Nexus 5X, 6P, Pixel XL, HTC M10, OP3 OnePlus 2, Huawei P9 and other USB-C Smart Phones
and it goes underneath this case
ZTE Axon 7 Case, CoverON® [HexaGuard Series] Slim Hybrid Hard Phone Cover Case for ZTE Axon 7 - Green Neon
The combination fits and works flawlessly in the numerous QI wireless charger pads that I have scattered through the home and office and on the wireless charger pad built into my 2016 Toyota Tacoma. I replaced a Nexus 5 with the Axon 7, and the convenience of wireless charging with the Nexus was such that I wanted the Axon to have it as well. Of note, the mini charging pad does not go up as far as the scanner, so there is no interference there, and the charging pad is so thin that it is imperceptible under the case.
PS: I had to remove the Amazon links since the site apparently thinks I might be a spammer. You can google the item description text, which I copied and pasted from Amazon, and you should be able to find it that way.
This fast wireless charging stand allows you to charge your phone in portrait or landscape more. Very useful when placed on your desk next to your computer while you work.
Unlike other chargers, this one does not overheat and does not overcharge your device. The green indicator light will not bother you while you sleep.
It’s compatible with cases up to 4 mm thick (I haven’t tested with a thicker case).
I got mine at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CSQ3MZ6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
To activate the "fast charge" in wireless charging, my LG V30+ need 15W max. output capability and I've bought one of them with a really cheap price with brand "SMORSS" for ony around $10 :laugh: