Wireless charging is a convenient way to power your Android device. Kevin Nether gives you a roundup of his top 5 favorite Wireless Chargers. goo.gl/DZJsUS *Which is your favorite wireless charger?*
Pat C is it slippery? i search for a good qi charger for my nexus 4 and i need it not to be slippery since the glass back can actually make water slide 100%
Don't see the use in these while they still need to be in contact with the devices. Bleeding edge for those with nothing else to spend their money on...
I've only used Lerway Qi with receiver pad for my S3. The price $ 28.99 on Amazon. Works well , through my case and charges fast. The only time that I timed the charging was when I let my battery get down to less than 10% , and four hours later iy was at 100% ! I am charging it now while I'm using my phone. :-)
I use LuguLake wireless charger and portable battery. It has the same functionality as the Rav power but with a bigger capacity (6000mAh). Plus I can charge other phones from its USB port.
Ghost 100 model PW-150 is only one I've tried that will charge my Droid Maxx while its wearing its Otter Defender case. The additional gap introduced by the case causes a problem with other chargers. I would like to see this considered in future review..
Wireless Charging is a bit of a misnomer. There's still a cable with one end plugged into a power adaptor and the other end plugged into the induction pad. What this tech should be called is "Inductive Charging"
+Bernard Manansala The industry itself calls it "wireless". Let's not split hairs. Anytime you don't have to plug a damn cable in your phone, it's charging wirelesly. Did you think the charger would just beam 120v of electricity into itself from the AC outlet?
I'm using energizer wireless charger, the main feature is that it can charge two devices at once, but it's pretty big compared to the ones you've mentioned.
These are pretty handy for people such as myself who find it a hassle to bring cables around in my pocket. Is the Samsung s4mini capable of wireless charging? If so I would love to get my hands on one of these.
If you could rapid charge with Qi wireless chargers than it would be more relevant. They're still standard output as a standard wall charger. I do like the TLYT Vu though. Just wish it had like 2.1 Amp output
I'm using a Koolpad wireless charger. I LOVE it. It's the sound-disabled version from Amazon. It's slim, has a perfectly visible charging LED and charges almost as fast as plugging the phone in.
Hey. You said to add a wireless charger, the Samsung Mini Pad using qi. I bought the battery cover for my Galaxy s5 and tried it. Compared to recent phone charging knowledge, super slow, i hope the ones shown are faster. Going to try one out, let me know what uou think of the Mini Pad if you can, thanks, great video
I personally prefer using the nexus orb charger that came out with the n4. It's sleek and sits on a45 degree angle perfect for using our simply setting your phone as a desk clock. I use it religiously and I know some ppl have had complaints about their phones sliding off that's easily avoided by simply using a damp cloth once on a while to clean off any dusk build up. I've had it over a year now and never had an issue. Used it on my nexus 4, nexus 7 (2013) and now my nexus 5. Works flawlessly.
I have a Nexus 5 with a case of medium thickness. I'm using the Choe Wireless Charger (the last one) and it charges fine. The case gets a little warm though.
The rule with cases: the thicker the case or material the less it works, to where the case is so thick the phone or tablet will not charge. I have found that most cases act as a barrier to charging. So it really depends on the case you are using. With my phones, those thick gel cases act as too thick a barrier. Can't use wireless charging. Ditto with most metal cases. These low-powered chargers cannot penetrate the metal case, even thing cases. The reason for charging problems is that most plastic, rubber, or gel material acts as an insulator, too effective actually, that's why they use rubber or plastic on electric cords, for example. Note: You have to keep in mind compatibility of your case with that Tylt charging pad. A case may not sit properly on the angled pad, to get a charging "signal." Bonus Tip: I use a frame case to get around these limitations. A frame case is simply metal, plastic or rubber that outlines the phone, like a picture frame. This leaves the back of the phone exposed so the receiver inside the phone can get the charging signal from the transmitter. While it may seem that a frame case leaves the back of the phone exposed to damage, if your phone has a removable battery cover (like the Samsung Galaxy S line of phones) an OEM replacement cover is about $8 to $10. So when ready to sell the phone, buy a new cover and advertise the back of the phone as scratch free.
I enjoy my LugaLake wireless charger. It can also hold a charge for use away from am A/C source. LED's indicate power level and it doesn't get hot. It's just a little larger than my Optimus G Pro with a case on. I tried two POWERQI chargers and they both get unacceptably hot. I think I'll give that Tylt charger a try.
Hi thank you very much for the useful tutorial. quick question - I was wandering if there is a wireless portable power charger or at least a 'power bank' which could be used to power my phone whilst on the go. I have a sony experia z3 mounted on my bike handlebar and use it to perform thinks like GPS, tracker, miles, speed (mph), estimated calories burnt. if you have a suggestion i would very much appreciate that. great tutorial by the way. so far i think the most suitable wireless charger is the wireless QI charger which has a magentism feature or non-slip feature allowing the phone to stick to the base of the charging hub when tilting. however i do not beleive this would be ideal for mountain bike treking but for riding on roads or nearby footpaths.
I have the Panasonic QE-TM101-W charge pad. The unit works well and charges your device quickly. My only complaint is the the pad's led is bright, and at night it can be a problem as it illuminates the room while you are trying to sleep. However if you need a night light, this wireless charger is the one for you.
hello this is yeasir... i m using sony xpria z3.i watch this video & it's very very helpful video.it's a fav & like's it very very much.i have one question: i want to buy Rav power 2 in 1 but Rav power 2 in 1 can be work with z3? do i need any extra case or anything for wireless charging? plz plz plz answer me.....
How about the Incipio Ghost 100? I just bought one of these to use with my new Droid Turbo. I am having some problems getting it to properly sync with the phone. I am thinking about switching to one of the brands mentioned in this video.
Nice review. I'd like to see how these chargers work with some of the more popular styles of cases. I think the thin Spigen Neo Hybrid car that my Nexus 5 lives in will probably work, but I don't want to spend $40-$50 and find out that I was wrong.
I was able to get my s4 to charge with an otterbox defender on it just made getting the phone placed right so that it would charge more finicky. Anything thicker than that or including metal will likely have more issues.
I loooove my TYLT VU. It takes up a lot of space on my night stand but otherwise it's perfect. That Rav Power looks interesting. If I traveled more, that would be a must have.
Great review! is there one for multiple devices? I just want to leave it on my bedside with my gf's phone for charging instead of having 2 wireless charging devices.
I like the RavPower one because it has so many features but uiltimately I got an OEM TYLT off of ebay for $49.95 just because I don't see myself needing to charge my phone too often at a place where I wouldn't be around power. Lets face it, most of the time your charging at your desk, some of the time you're charging in the car (and there it's easy to plug into a cigarette to USB) and that's generally about it. If you were someone who hiked or biked or spent long hours out of the office at airports and what not then the Rav might be very useful. But for most of us I think the TYLT outweighs the Rav, simply because you can operate the phone and look through things while it's charging, you don't have to hover over it. I have a feeling that all wireless chargers will soon be at 45dgs or better. It just simply makes sense. There's no reason not have the face of the phone pointed towards you.
Do any of these chargers come with either a usb plug or also include a car ability? By usb plug I do not mean on the device itself but rather what you would plug into the wall(or in the case of my question: computer/car adapter for usb
1 problem with all wireless charging devices...you need to swap in a new backing making your phone thicker. What if you have a protective case like those from Otter? You'd need to take apart the case and then swap in the backing needed...charge...then reassemble the case. If you don't use a protective case...and don't mind making your phone a little thicker...
I have a Incipio Ghost 100 Droid wireless charger to charge my Droid Maxx and it works really well but at times it does get a little irritating to have to make sure I have to perfectly position the phone on the charger in order to charge it. Besides that this charger does what it's suppose to do. This charger runs for 40$ on Verizon's website.
*Also posted in Android Authority Website forums* How to fix wireless charging? Nexus 7 2013. Is it the back cover? The internal hardware? It worked twice, and once it did after 30 seconds i lift it off and tried to see if it would still work but it didn't . I'm using the: "Anker Wireless Charger PowerPort Qi Wireless Charging Pad". What i tried to do to fix it: 1. I tried to clean it with a link free cloth that didn't work. There is some fingerprints on it that i don't know how to clean off. 2. tried with NFC on and off 3. Tried with case on and off 4. tried landscape and portrait even though it's a circular charging pad. Side note: Can someone confirm that size of the pad matters? I only have one.
I have the choe charger for my s4. But the blue light flashes when charging instead of staying on. It works great. To avoid blocking the light with your phone just turn it to the side.
I want to buy the ravpower 2 in 1 and I have two question. First of all if a have a rubber and plastic case on my ZTE grand x will it charge trough the case or I need to take it off ? For the next question I was searching on the internet and I can't tell if my cellphone is Qi enable . BTW thnx for the video i learned a lot :)
My HTC One M8 charger port was exposed by water so now it wont charge from there. Are these safe to use, even though my charger port is fried due to water exposure?
can you suggest a wireless charger for my HTC Desire Eye?? Since my charging port is not working and service center says it cannot be replaced. So can I charge my phone without using charging port??
What's the best 2 in 1 wireless battery pack for the Samsung Galaxy S5, I want to buy a wireless charger and I'm looking to buy one that'll charge the phone, my tablet and the battery itself.
I dont much see the convenience of inductive charging versus hardwired.After all you still need to dock the phone.Also hardwiring is more efficient and faster. Are we so lazy that we cannot now take time to plug in a tiny wire?
I want the RAVPower wireless 2-in-1 but i wanted to make sure it works with the HTC One M8 before I go wasting money on a product that could be completely useless to me...
I bought a cheap wireless charger for my note 4, it works great. Very handy to just come at home and place the phone on the charger. It saves a little bit of time, but most of all the usb connector is easy to break. With wireless charging you dont have to use it.
I picked up the Nokia charger a couple months ago at an AT&T store for $5. It was a steal. I use it with my Nexus 5 on a daily basis. I do have to place my phone on it sideways to charge though. Not really a big deal.
I have a Samsung S3 and I wanted to get the Rav Power 2 in 1 and I was wondering do I need to buy wireless receiver for it. And if yes does it come with the receiver when I buy it or I have to buy it separately plz reply
I have a qi charging circuit boards,I ordered a receiver and will make my own charger for my phone alcatel but it's on an Android system.so I will do it cheaply since I'm on a budget.
Qi is an open standard which is why I prefer Qi, and yes it will work with other devices but Duracell makes a competing proprietary wireless charger called "Powermat". I don't think that's going to be good for anyone due to the lack of internal competition.
Do you also feel irritated when you charge your phone on the wireless charger and it keeps vibrating whenever you get a call? Apart from the irritating noise, this can also lead to your phone falling off (has happened to me once). We had made an app specifically to ensure that this does not happen with users. The app automatically suppresses all vibrations on your phone as soon as your start charging it. In case you are interested in trying the app, download it from Google Play by searching for Scratch Protector Pro
Why want my Rav Car Charger charged my wireless Samsung S3 device...I have put the Qi card in the device, but nothing...I have the Qi hard cover and yet still nothing...What gives??? Any help would be greatly appreciated...
Nillkin Energy Stone, as long as it's on it some how it'll charge thanks to the three coil design in a small package....honestly can't believe you missed this one.
Great review Kevin. Only one fault, most of them won't be compatible with future curved phones with wireless charging capability (assuming curved phones take off)
That shouldn't be an issue since most phone don't even come with the capabilities to charge wirelessly. It's sad imo. I'm not sure if curved glass phones will take off though, but only time will tell. Thanks for the comment.
The Tech Ninja Yeh i like the facility to wirelessly charge, if the charger were to be bundled in, it would make them more attractive. Yeh bit sceptical myself about curved phones, not very pocket friendly!
I have a Samsung wireless charger that I use with my Nexus 4. It works well, has a nice visible LED and was fairly inexpensive (actually I bought it because the box had been opened and returned and it was 40% off) I'd prefer a non-samsung brand, but it was cheap, and it does the job.
I've tried them all and the Nokia is the only one that works with my Verizon Note 3 and qi receiver. I don't use the Samsung backplate because the receiver I use works with all of my cases.
Hey man, I have a question about the note 3 receiver. Does the power input at the receiver vary according to different ones? I have a Palm receiver, but i dont think its a good idea to hook it up to my note 3.
Living in a country in which "powerbanks" (look it up) are the people's most favorite portable charging method, I don't get how this method of wireless charging can be classified as "convenient". To each their own, though.
maccajoe Oh of course, I'd give it all the time in the world, Joe. What I'm saying is that I'm not quite sure that this method of wireless charging (i.e stationing a phone in a magnetic dock) is all that "convenient". It's actually less convenient than doing it the usual way. At least with a cable I can pick it up and use the phone comfortably instead of this "ooh it's charging, let's use both our index fingers to awkwardly navigate" conundrum. I'm all for new tech, of course. But the current(!) version of wireless charging reeks so much of big businesses using gimmicky features to drive up sales numbers, you'd be surprised that Apple hasn't done it yet, LOL.
Maulanna Maryunani For some it is more convenient because of cases or the phone itself. Any of the active type phones that have ports covered or cases like an otterbox defender that also have flaps that cover the micro usb spot this can be a godsend to not have to fight with pulling those out and can in fact extend the life of the flaps. Finally the eventual goal with wireless chargers is to have a room or whole house that by just being in the room or house your device would charge. So yeah give it time and you might find that it does become a very convenient idea.
Maulanna Maryunani For me in an office situation it would be very useful...the phone lies on the desk anyway and I don't put in the cable all the time...so actually putting it on a pad is done more quickly. So charging it goes almost unnoticed, when you're not using it. I don't have an Otterbox Defender...but what's wrong with it? Seem like pretty good cases for what they do...or is it that you just don't like big cases?
Galaxy s3 is capable of wireless charging, however it does not have the receiver coil out of the box. Samsung was going to release a back that you could install that enables wireless charging. but i haven't seen it yet, and probably never will. on the upside. you can buy this and it will work... www.amazon.com/Samsung-Standard-Wireless-Charging-Receiver/dp/B00BCC2B1Q
The nokia got one with around 60 degree angle, for you to interact with your phone... The nokia DT-910 It is not so much different with the DT-900 you included, same spec, same small led indicator, and $10 more, but it gets the job done.
Hi everyone, I got a Samsung Galaxy S4 and I'm using it with a Urban Armor Case. My question is if my phone can be wireless changed by using the case at the same time ?
Wireless charging is a convenient way to power your Android device. Kevin Nether gives you a roundup of his top 5 favorite Wireless Chargers. goo.gl/DZJsUS
*Which is your favorite wireless charger?*
Solution buy a nexus lol
Been using Lerways QI charger for over a year. Works flawlessly to 100% charge..
Pat C is it slippery? i search for a good qi charger for my nexus 4 and i need it not to be slippery since the glass back can actually make water slide 100%
Don't see the use in these while they still need to be in contact with the devices. Bleeding edge for those with nothing else to spend their money on...
George Schoelles the same thing for me. I will not buy one of these until the phone can be charged while in my pocket or hand.
I like the look, design and functionality of the Rav power 2 in 1 over the rest of them.
I've only used Lerway Qi with receiver pad for my S3. The price $ 28.99 on Amazon. Works well , through my case and charges fast. The only time that I timed the charging was when I let my battery get down to less than 10% , and four hours later iy was at 100% ! I am charging it now while I'm using my phone.
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I use LuguLake wireless charger and portable battery. It has the same functionality as the Rav power but with a bigger capacity (6000mAh).
Plus I can charge other phones from its USB port.
for a while now I've been thinking about incorporating two of these devices into a custom desktop rig, one for a tablet and the other for a phone.
Ghost 100 model PW-150 is only one I've tried that will charge my Droid Maxx while its wearing its Otter Defender case. The additional gap introduced by the case causes a problem with other chargers. I would like to see this considered in future review..
Wireless Charging is a bit of a misnomer. There's still a cable with one end plugged into a power adaptor and the other end plugged into the induction pad.
What this tech should be called is "Inductive Charging"
Someone who understands...
+Bernard Manansala they have some portable chargers with qui built in and those are TRULY wireless
+Bernard Manansala The industry itself calls it "wireless". Let's not split hairs. Anytime you don't have to plug a damn cable in your phone, it's charging wirelesly. Did you think the charger would just beam 120v of electricity into itself from the AC outlet?
+Bernard Manansala That's what it is actually called. Wireless charging is kind of like a nickname for promotional purposes.
Love my Koolpad by Fone. I don't mind the large area. The LED is easy to see with my Nexus 5 and it has an audible tone to let you know it's charging.
I'm using energizer wireless charger, the main feature is that it can charge two devices at once, but it's pretty big compared to the ones you've mentioned.
These are pretty handy for people such as myself who find it a hassle to bring cables around in my pocket. Is the Samsung s4mini capable of wireless charging? If so I would love to get my hands on one of these.
If you could rapid charge with Qi wireless chargers than it would be more relevant. They're still standard output as a standard wall charger. I do like the TLYT Vu though. Just wish it had like 2.1 Amp output
I love the RAVPower one. It has built-in battery for charging other devices at the same time. And the design looks nice to me.
I'm using a Koolpad wireless charger. I LOVE it. It's the sound-disabled version from Amazon. It's slim, has a perfectly visible charging LED and charges almost as fast as plugging the phone in.
Does they work with the Samsung Galaxy S5 or do you need the Special cover in order for them to work? also do the chargers come with the patch?
You have the Ravpower charger and the tylt charger as the same link
The link in the description linking to the Rav power 2-1 is a mistake, it links to the Tylt Vu Amazon link.
Great video Android Authority :)
Any idea about a wireless car charger? The only one I've found is the Air Dock, which is not finished yet
You should do one for the best Car Wireless Chargers/mounts.
Great video! Just getting into wireless charging for my brand new Galaxy S5. Thank you.
Don't forget about the Incipio Droid branded qi charger.
That and the Nokia one are my daily drivers with my Droid Maxx!
Hey. You said to add a wireless charger, the Samsung Mini Pad using qi. I bought the battery cover for my Galaxy s5 and tried it. Compared to recent phone charging knowledge, super slow, i hope the ones shown are faster. Going to try one out, let me know what uou think of the Mini Pad if you can, thanks, great video
I personally prefer using the nexus orb charger that came out with the n4. It's sleek and sits on a45 degree angle perfect for using our simply setting your phone as a desk clock. I use it religiously and I know some ppl have had complaints about their phones sliding off that's easily avoided by simply using a damp cloth once on a while to clean off any dusk build up. I've had it over a year now and never had an issue. Used it on my nexus 4, nexus 7 (2013) and now my nexus 5. Works flawlessly.
Anyone know if wireless chargers work through tablet cases or phone cases?
I have a Nexus 5 with a case of medium thickness. I'm using the Choe Wireless Charger (the last one) and it charges fine. The case gets a little warm though.
They work through cases. Not sure about the Outterbox, but just the normal cases they all work.
The Tech Ninja will my galaxy s3 work stock with any of these or would I need accessories
The rule with cases: the thicker the case or material the less it works, to where the case is so thick the phone or tablet will not charge. I have found that most cases act as a barrier to charging.
So it really depends on the case you are using. With my phones, those thick gel cases act as too thick a barrier. Can't use wireless charging. Ditto with most metal cases. These low-powered chargers cannot penetrate the metal case, even thing cases.
The reason for charging problems is that most plastic, rubber, or gel material acts as an insulator, too effective actually, that's why they use rubber or plastic on electric cords, for example.
Note: You have to keep in mind compatibility of your case with that Tylt charging pad. A case may not sit properly on the angled pad, to get a charging "signal."
Bonus Tip: I use a frame case to get around these limitations. A frame case is simply metal, plastic or rubber that outlines the phone, like a picture frame. This leaves the back of the phone exposed so the receiver inside the phone can get the charging signal from the transmitter.
While it may seem that a frame case leaves the back of the phone exposed to damage, if your phone has a removable battery cover (like the Samsung Galaxy S line of phones) an OEM replacement cover is about $8 to $10. So when ready to sell the phone, buy a new cover and advertise the back of the phone as scratch free.
How long is take to fully charge the Samsung s4 battery or its faster then cable charge?thank you
I enjoy my LugaLake wireless charger. It can also hold a charge for use away from am A/C source. LED's indicate power level and it doesn't get hot. It's just a little larger than my Optimus G Pro with a case on. I tried two POWERQI chargers and they both get unacceptably hot. I think I'll give that Tylt charger a try.
Hi thank you very much for the useful tutorial. quick question - I was wandering if there is a wireless portable power charger or at least a 'power bank' which could be used to power my phone whilst on the go. I have a sony experia z3 mounted on my bike handlebar and use it to perform thinks like GPS, tracker, miles, speed (mph), estimated calories burnt. if you have a suggestion i would very much appreciate that. great tutorial by the way. so far i think the most suitable wireless charger is the wireless QI charger which has a magentism feature or non-slip feature allowing the phone to stick to the base of the charging hub when tilting. however i do not beleive this would be ideal for mountain bike treking but for riding on roads or nearby footpaths.
I have the Panasonic QE-TM101-W charge pad. The unit works well and charges your device quickly. My only complaint is the the pad's led is bright, and at night it can be a problem as it illuminates the room while you are trying to sleep. However if you need a night light, this wireless charger is the one for you.
Around how many of the current high-end smartphones are qi-enabled,and is wireless charging efficient when compared to wired?
Also the XCSource. Got it for $10 on amazon. They also have different colors.
The TYLT charges faster than any other Qi charger i've used, but it does make my Nexus 5 quite hot sometimes.
hello this is yeasir...
i m using sony xpria z3.i watch this video & it's very very helpful video.it's a fav & like's it very very much.i have one question: i want to buy Rav power 2 in 1 but Rav power 2 in 1 can be work with z3? do i need any extra case or anything for wireless charging? plz plz plz answer me.....
Have you looked at the Anymode Magnet charging Car Mount? I just ordered it for my iPhone 6 Plus. I hope it works!
How about the Incipio Ghost 100? I just bought one of these to use with my new Droid Turbo. I am having some problems getting it to properly sync with the phone. I am thinking about switching to one of the brands mentioned in this video.
Nice review. I'd like to see how these chargers work with some of the more popular styles of cases. I think the thin Spigen Neo Hybrid car that my Nexus 5 lives in will probably work, but I don't want to spend $40-$50 and find out that I was wrong.
I was able to get my s4 to charge with an otterbox defender on it just made getting the phone placed right so that it would charge more finicky. Anything thicker than that or including metal will likely have more issues.
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I loooove my TYLT VU. It takes up a lot of space on my night stand but otherwise it's perfect. That Rav Power looks interesting. If I traveled more, that would be a must have.
Great review! is there one for multiple devices? I just want to leave it on my bedside with my gf's phone for charging instead of having 2 wireless charging devices.
I like the RavPower one because it has so many features but uiltimately I got an OEM TYLT off of ebay for $49.95 just because I don't see myself needing to charge my phone too often at a place where I wouldn't be around power. Lets face it, most of the time your charging at your desk, some of the time you're charging in the car (and there it's easy to plug into a cigarette to USB) and that's generally about it. If you were someone who hiked or biked or spent long hours out of the office at airports and what not then the Rav might be very useful. But for most of us I think the TYLT outweighs the Rav, simply because you can operate the phone and look through things while it's charging, you don't have to hover over it. I have a feeling that all wireless chargers will soon be at 45dgs or better. It just simply makes sense. There's no reason not have the face of the phone pointed towards you.
Do any of these chargers come with either a usb plug or also include a car ability? By usb plug I do not mean on the device itself but rather what you would plug into the wall(or in the case of my question: computer/car adapter for usb
1 problem with all wireless charging devices...you need to swap in a new backing making your phone thicker. What if you have a protective case like those from Otter? You'd need to take apart the case and then swap in the backing needed...charge...then reassemble the case.
If you don't use a protective case...and don't mind making your phone a little thicker...
I have a Incipio Ghost 100 Droid wireless charger to charge my Droid Maxx and it works really well but at times it does get a little irritating to have to make sure I have to perfectly position the phone on the charger in order to charge it. Besides that this charger does what it's suppose to do. This charger runs for 40$ on Verizon's website.
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How to fix wireless charging? Nexus 7 2013. Is it the back cover? The internal hardware? It worked twice, and once it did after 30 seconds i lift it off and tried to see if it would still work but it didn't . I'm using the: "Anker Wireless Charger PowerPort Qi Wireless Charging Pad".
What i tried to do to fix it:
1. I tried to clean it with a link free cloth that didn't work. There is some fingerprints on it that i don't know how to clean off.
2. tried with NFC on and off
3. Tried with case on and off
4. tried landscape and portrait even though it's a circular charging pad.
Side note: Can someone confirm that size of the pad matters? I only have one.
What kind of Wireless Charging Receiver can the Samsung Galaxy Mega use? I'm not seeing it online....
I just ordered the round RAVPOWER! I hope that it will work well with my new Galaxy S5
it doesnt you have to buy a wireless charging back for the s5
I already know that... I ordered it as well
I have the choe charger for my s4. But the blue light flashes when charging instead of staying on. It works great. To avoid blocking the light with your phone just turn it to the side.
I want to buy the ravpower 2 in 1 and I have two question. First of all if a have a rubber and plastic case on my ZTE grand x will it charge trough the case or I need to take it off ? For the next question I was searching on the internet and I can't tell if my cellphone is Qi enable .
BTW thnx for the video i learned a lot :)
My HTC One M8 charger port was exposed by water so now it wont charge from there. Are these safe to use, even though my charger port is fried due to water exposure?
can you suggest a wireless charger for my HTC Desire Eye?? Since my charging port is not working and service center says it cannot be replaced. So can I charge my phone without using charging port??
Bought my qi wireless charger on ebay for around $20 AUD. Works perfectly with my nexus 7 2013.
What's the best 2 in 1 wireless battery pack for the Samsung Galaxy S5, I want to buy a wireless charger and I'm looking to buy one that'll charge the phone, my tablet and the battery itself.
I dont much see the convenience of inductive charging versus hardwired.After all you still need to dock the phone.Also hardwiring is more efficient and faster. Are we so lazy that we cannot now take time to plug in a tiny wire?
Sony Qi Enabled battery pack and charger - Much like the RAVpower. Sony has a 5000 mah battery with usb output and led battery level notification.
Hi ....I use Samsung Galaxy Note 2 GT-N7100 4.4.2....Which wireless charger would u suggest for my device?
Thanks....
Are there any cases that still allow the wireless charging? I'm guessing otterbox isn't in the list
Any of these good for charging tables (other than the inclined one)?
You didn't mention anything about the heat. Which one of them charges cooler than the rest?
I want the RAVPower wireless 2-in-1 but i wanted to make sure it works with the HTC One M8 before I go wasting money on a product that could be completely useless to me...
When are you announcing who won the HTC One M8 for the giveaway?
I bought a cheap wireless charger for my note 4, it works great. Very handy to just come at home and place the phone on the charger. It saves a little bit of time, but most of all the usb connector is easy to break. With wireless charging you dont have to use it.
I picked up the Nokia charger a couple months ago at an AT&T store for $5. It was a steal. I use it with my Nexus 5 on a daily basis. I do have to place my phone on it sideways to charge though. Not really a big deal.
Any idea which will work with the Spigen Neo Hybrid for the Nexus 5?
How long will it take to charger 1 + 1 or a 3 thousand maH phone?
I have a Samsung S3 and I wanted to get the Rav Power 2 in 1 and I was wondering do I need to buy wireless receiver for it. And if yes does it come with the receiver when I buy it or I have to buy it separately plz reply
I have a qi charging circuit boards,I ordered a receiver and will make my own charger for my phone alcatel but it's on an Android system.so I will do it cheaply since I'm on a budget.
What about heating? Can you have the option: longer charging time (overnight) and less heat.
I have a question of curiosity are any of those chargers compatible with a lg g2? Or do I have to order a different type or is their none.
Android Authority any recommendations for dual wireless charging devices? Thanks
Kevin, all Qi is standard, right? I mean, my Samsung Qi enbabled devices can be used on any of them, and not just the Samsung branded ones, right?
Qi is an open standard which is why I prefer Qi, and yes it will work with other devices but Duracell makes a competing proprietary wireless charger called "Powermat". I don't think that's going to be good for anyone due to the lack of internal competition.
***** Thanks Matt, I appreciate it!
I got my wireless charger at ichargers.co
and its awesome. It charger very fast my phone is full in 30-45 minutes.
awesome ones out there. I got my charger there to and its awesome. My recommendation for you.
What is the best Wireless Chargers for Samsung galaxy Grand2?Thnxxxxxx
Do you also feel irritated when you charge your phone on the wireless charger and it keeps vibrating whenever you get a call? Apart from the irritating noise, this can also lead to your phone falling off (has happened to me once).
We had made an app specifically to ensure that this does not happen with users. The app automatically suppresses all vibrations on your phone as soon as your start charging it.
In case you are interested in trying the app, download it from Google Play by searching for Scratch Protector Pro
may I ask... are wireless chargers are good for all smartphones?
Why want my Rav Car Charger charged my wireless Samsung S3 device...I have put the Qi card in the device, but nothing...I have the Qi hard cover and yet still nothing...What gives??? Any help would be greatly appreciated...
The link provided in the description for the rav power 2 in 1 is identical to the Tylt Vu link. Just a headsup.
+Sean Orion This video in over a year and a half old, if they haven't fixed it by now they never will.
+Colton Blumhagen Yeah I guess so.
would the choe upgraded QI charger be faster than my nexus 5's 1.2 A charging adapter or does it depend on the adapter?
Hey there just wondering if your phone requires sort of a wireless receiver to enable the wireless charging.
Can I use any of these with my LG G Stylo? I am looking forward to buying the rev powerpack, but I am not sure if I can use it.
+DaBestSnipeah Gaming Does the G Stylo have Qi charging built in? If you take the back off, are there 4 pins on the back cover?
I have a question: I plan on permanently sticking a thin, real wood case on the back of my Sony Xperia Z3. Would it be able to charge through it?
+altrogeruvah I have a really fucking thick case on my LG G3 and it works great. You shouldn't have any problems!
So, can you use these for any phone that uses wireless charging?
Have a friend in Nigeria , She has a Android Smart Phone . They use a different plug . Do you have any suggestions ?
Thanks for this video! I've been looking for a wireless charger for a while
Nillkin Energy Stone, as long as it's on it some how it'll charge thanks to the three coil design in a small package....honestly can't believe you missed this one.
Great review Kevin. Only one fault, most of them won't be compatible with future curved phones with wireless charging capability (assuming curved phones take off)
That shouldn't be an issue since most phone don't even come with the capabilities to charge wirelessly. It's sad imo. I'm not sure if curved glass phones will take off though, but only time will tell. Thanks for the comment.
The Tech Ninja Yeh i like the facility to wirelessly charge, if the charger were to be bundled in, it would make them more attractive. Yeh bit sceptical myself about curved phones, not very pocket friendly!
Could you recommend me a wireless charger pad+stand for my OnePlus 3T? Please.
I have a Samsung wireless charger that I use with my Nexus 4. It works well, has a nice visible LED and was fairly inexpensive (actually I bought it because the box had been opened and returned and it was 40% off) I'd prefer a non-samsung brand, but it was cheap, and it does the job.
I've tried them all and the Nokia is the only one that works with my Verizon Note 3 and qi receiver. I don't use the Samsung backplate because the receiver I use works with all of my cases.
Hey man, I have a question about the note 3 receiver. Does the power input at the receiver vary according to different ones? I have a Palm receiver, but i dont think its a good idea to hook it up to my note 3.
I don't think the palm will hook up to the tabs of the note 3.
Living in a country in which "powerbanks" (look it up) are the people's most favorite portable charging method, I don't get how this method of wireless charging can be classified as "convenient".
To each their own, though.
maccajoe
Oh of course, I'd give it all the time in the world, Joe. What I'm saying is that I'm not quite sure that this method of wireless charging (i.e stationing a phone in a magnetic dock) is all that "convenient".
It's actually less convenient than doing it the usual way. At least with a cable I can pick it up and use the phone comfortably instead of this "ooh it's charging, let's use both our index fingers to awkwardly navigate" conundrum.
I'm all for new tech, of course. But the current(!) version of wireless charging reeks so much of big businesses using gimmicky features to drive up sales numbers, you'd be surprised that Apple hasn't done it yet, LOL.
Maulanna Maryunani For some it is more convenient because of cases or the phone itself. Any of the active type phones that have ports covered or cases like an otterbox defender that also have flaps that cover the micro usb spot this can be a godsend to not have to fight with pulling those out and can in fact extend the life of the flaps. Finally the eventual goal with wireless chargers is to have a room or whole house that by just being in the room or house your device would charge. So yeah give it time and you might find that it does become a very convenient idea.
Drew Baughman
threw up in my mouth a little when you said "a phone with an otterbox defender" but I guess you're right nevertheless.
Drew Baughman Thanks
Maulanna Maryunani For me in an office situation it would be very useful...the phone lies on the desk anyway and I don't put in the cable all the time...so actually putting it on a pad is done more quickly. So charging it goes almost unnoticed, when you're not using it.
I don't have an Otterbox Defender...but what's wrong with it? Seem like pretty good cases for what they do...or is it that you just don't like big cases?
Hello. How come the phone felt very warm when Charging ?
Wireless charging uses induction, so really it's horribly inefficient. So a lot of heat goes to the device.
Hi the RAVpower is compatible with galaxy s5?
Does this work without any smartphone? Does it require a special case? I have a GS3 btw.
Galaxy s3 is capable of wireless charging, however it does not have the receiver coil out of the box. Samsung was going to release a back that you could install that enables wireless charging. but i haven't seen it yet, and probably never will. on the upside. you can buy this and it will work... www.amazon.com/Samsung-Standard-Wireless-Charging-Receiver/dp/B00BCC2B1Q
I got the Nokia charger off AT&T for $20. They may still have that discount.
The nokia got one with around 60 degree angle, for you to interact with your phone...
The nokia DT-910
It is not so much different with the DT-900 you included, same spec, same small led indicator, and $10 more, but it gets the job done.
Hi everyone, I got a Samsung Galaxy S4 and I'm using it with a Urban Armor Case. My question is if my phone can be wireless changed by using the case at the same time ?
Do you have to have a special back case do use these?
I'm using the Mophie wireless charger...works well...thnx.
For the ravpower 2 in 1 do I need anything besides the wall charger(for the ravpower), the ravpower, and phone?
May i know, is this wireless charges able to charge for samsung galaxy s series and note series phone ?
OK so quick dumb question. My charging port where my micro USB connects broke. Would a wireless charger still work?
How about Case and wireless charging. i have aSeidio Surface Case. will this work?
Are they compatible with Xperia devices? I'm using Xperia z.
Hi!
Maybe it will sounds amature,but canI charge with these charges my Sony Z3compact?