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Hi all,
Can I please get some advice from someone who might know better than me. I have been using the following charger on my travels to charge an iPad and Samsung galaxy nexus at the same time:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Skross-Char...?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1342643375&sr=1-23
I've just plugged my nexus 7 in on its own and I get nothing.
I didn't think the nexus would need a higher amp than the iPad? The Asus plug that's charging the nexus says its 2amp and the travel charger says its 6.5amp. Am I being amazingly blind or stupid here?
And if I need a new travel charger for my trips into Europe can I have some advice on what to buy before I buy something else useless.
Thanks all!
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Nexus 7 trouble with other chargers
I see the same issue.
The Nexus 7 charger lists: Output 5.0V===2.0A, Nexus 7 will charge.
iPad 2's charger shows: Output 5.1V===2.1A;Max 10Watt, Nexus 7 will not charge,
Philips universal charger: Output 5V===2A; Max 10Watt, Nexus 7 will not charge.
Blackberry phone charger Output 5V===500mA, Nexus 7 will not charge.
Blackberry phone charger Output 5V===700mA, Nexus 7 will charge.
To answer the OP: The Amazon product page clearly states Output 5.0 VDC / 1000 mA max. N7 needs 2000 mA (2A). Derping in public again. Don't mind me. :silly:
To add to the list:
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Charger: Output 5V ⎓ 2A; Max 10Watt, Nexus 7 will charge.
XtremeMac IPU-IH2-11: Output 5V ⎓ 4.2A (2.1A per port); Max 20Watt, Nexus 7 will not charge. (Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 charges though.)
The N7 seems very picky about chargers, unfortunately. My XtremeMac is now powering my charge cables for my wireless mouse and keyboard, freeing up 2 USB ports, so not all is lost I guess.
I have a 2.1a car charger, but it doesn't charge it.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007TV88F2/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
EDIT: Interesting. It will not work on the car charger wiht my "charging only cable" which has shorted out datapins to register as an AC source. But, it does charge on a normal USB cable.
I have a tf201 charger (here i refer to the usb block, not the cable) that seems to super charge the nexus 7, that is to say, very fast. The tf201 charger is 18 watts. Also, I have noticed my usb 2.0 ports on my desktop will not charge the n7, but my usb 3.0 ports will.
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I started a related thread asking if anyone has examined the proprietary aspects of the charger here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1780211
Basically, we should be able to build (or eventually buy) some type of adapter to enable proper charging with any 2A charger after we figure out exactly what the charger is doing. I wouldn't be surprised if all Asus tablet chargers already worked properly without an adapter.
zinfinion said:
To answer the OP: The Amazon product page clearly states Output 5.0 VDC / 1000 mA max. N7 needs 2000 mA (2A).
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This answer is clouding up a lot of legitimate discussions. The current rating doesn't matter to this conversation at all. If the current is above 0 the device should show the charging icon. If not, there is some other problem.
qoncept said:
This answer is clouding up a lot of legitimate discussions. The current rating doesn't matter to this conversation at all. If the current is above 0 the device should show the charging icon. If not, there is some other problem.
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You are correct that my remark about the OP's charger's current was not a valid point. I have stricken it from the record.
That said, some serious weirdness is going on with the N7 regardless. On the XtremeMac charger the N7 will charge. But incredibly slowly, and the battery status reads as discharging, even though the line on the battery graph is rising. I don't even know where to begin in trying to explain that.
zinfinion said:
You are correct that my remark about the OP's charger's current was not a valid point. I have stricken it from the record.
That said, some serious weirdness is going on with the N7 regardless. On the XtremeMac charger the N7 will charge. But incredibly slowly, and the battery status reads as discharging, even though the line on the battery graph is rising. I don't even know where to begin in trying to explain that.
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Agreed. I bought a pair of dual 2A chargers and neither of them will charge it at all (no charging icon). I tried shorting the data lines and still nothing. The dual charger that came with my Razr will charge it slowly (about 16 hours from 0 to 100%). My old 700ma Blackberry charger works just better than anything other than the OEM charger. Frustrating and I don't want to keep ordering different chargers with my fingers crossed.
zinfinion said:
You are correct that my remark about the OP's charger's current was not a valid point. I have stricken it from the record.
That said, some serious weirdness is going on with the N7 regardless. On the XtremeMac charger the N7 will charge. But incredibly slowly, and the battery status reads as discharging, even though the line on the battery graph is rising. I don't even know where to begin in trying to explain that.
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I don't know what a XtremeMac charger is, but I'm assuming it's for charging an iphone or ipad or something? the Nexus 7 and the apple products don't share the same charger design, so the Nexus is probably only drawing 500mA while charging from it.
You can also add the MonoPrice 8856 charger to the list that do not work with Nexus 7
Mine is charging with Galaxy Nexus 5.0v 1.0A charger.
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I have two chargers that work.
1: Nokia 1.2a fast charger
2: Blackberry 1.8a charger
both have integrated charging cables, which are 6ft in length.
The Asus transformer prime which is a USB charger with proprietary cord also has something weird. Other USB chargers with the same power specs connected with the Asus USB cable won't charge the prime. Or they charge where it literally takes like 24 hours to reach 100 percent.
There's something different in that Asus power plug on both devices it seems.
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I'm not sure what It's output is but the standard Verizon branded micro usb charger does a great job charging my N7. I think they for sell around $30 in the VZW stores tho.
The 1.0a charger that came with my LG Revo works great, almost as fast stock. I bought 2 extra of that charger on amazon about 9months ago for under 10 for the pair.
Also the charger for my old Droid (.7a iirc) works as well, but it's slow as hell with the screen off, and barely keeps up with just web surfing.
The Charger with the HTC Desire seems to be charging - though slowly as its a 1A charger.
Does anyone know whether the International Samsung Galaxy S II charger works?
The TF101 charger works great, and fast too - about 1% a minute.
My Samsung SG2 (i777) charger seems to work with the N7
im using galaxy wonder charger to charge my note phone but it charges very slow ... i tried to charge using usb wire connected to a laptop and it was faster ... if i get another charger whould the charging be faster or not ?? and what type of chargers should i get for my phone ?
Hi. This was asked before, try searching.
One thing I've noticed when I had the stock rom on my Note was the insane amount of power the Note took, the bad charging cable, and stock charger. Never was able to charge it while it was on. I ended up getting a heavy duty charge cable and a 1 Amp (1,000 mAH) charger. Charges much better now.
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Hey!
Is it OK to charge my nexus 5x with 2.1A wall charger?
Or it will damage my battery in the long term?
The ony problem is that it will most probably charge slower.
No it will not, the max Amps a USB A -> C connection can get is 2.4A, you're safe as long as your cable is compliant
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Its fine, the nexus can't draw more than the charger can give, as long as the charger has the correct fail safes. Been charging mine with a old xperia 1.8 amp charger.
If it is a cheep wall charger don't bother trying, unless you have fire damage insurance.
If you're still not sure download ampere from the google store, get the pro version. After set it to display the current in the notification bar
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I got a new nexus 5x and I don't have the original wall charger.
I was thinking to charge it with the cable/wall charger that came with my 6p.
I was wandering weather it would be safe to charge with the 6p charger and if there are any differences between the two chargers.
Thanks.
They should be the same.
I am currently charging my 5x with my 6p charger with zero issues.
I had to borrow a coworker's 6P charger for my 5X and I charged to 100% w/ no issues.
I sold my 6p but kept the charger. used and compared it to the 5x's. they charge at pretty much the same rate. it just depends on thermal throttling and heat on how fast it charges. all good and nothing to worry if you ask me ☺
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k.s.deviate said:
I am currently charging my 5x with my 6p charger with zero issues.
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Good luck.
Brady0123 said:
Good luck.
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Why do you say that? Do you know something that the class would benefit from?
k.s.deviate said:
Why do you say that? Do you know something that the class would benefit from?
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I mean there may be some hidden trouble probably
Brady0123 said:
I mean there may be some hidden trouble probably
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Look at the "what's in the box" in the Google store for the 5x and 6P. Both have the same 15W (5V/3A) charger listed.
There is no difference between the chargers.
So as long as the Watts, volts, amps are the same I can use any (non cheap) wall block? I have TONS of Samsung wall blocks and just bought 4 USB type c to a cords...still only have 1 wall block. Can I use the Samsung blocks?
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v2.2v said:
So as long as the Watts, volts, amps are the same I can use any (non cheap) wall block? I have TONS of Samsung wall blocks and just bought 4 USB type c to a cords...still only have 1 wall block. Can I use the Samsung blocks?
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Take a look at the article below. Yes, you can. However, it won't charge as quickly if it's a Samsung quickcharge charger. What really matters is that your cable is compliant. There has been enough talk on this board about that already.
Personally, I have four different chargers that I use. All work well.
1) The original one that came with the phone.
2) An old 1A charger from Samsung (non-quickcharge). Doesn't charge quickly. I use it over night.
3) A wall outlet with a 2A USB plug built in. Charges pretty quickly, but not as fast as the original charger, which puts out up to 3A.
4) iXCC dual usb 4.8A 24W car charger. Puts out 2.4A to each port and charges my phone almost as fast as the original charger.
http://www.androidcentral.com/ask-ac-can-i-use-qualcomm-quick-charger-my-usb-c-nexus-phone
Does anyone make a power bank that offers quick charging for the 5x? Looking for something in the ~10K mah capacity.
I looked at the Anker PowerCore 10000 with Quick Charge 3.0, but one review said it won't 'quick charge' the 5x.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CZV9FUW/
Review:
This will not rapidly charge a Nexus 5x (or 6p presumably.) Otherwise seems to work as advertised.
https://www.amazon.com/review/R2ERF5P6RMJ3CE/ref=ask_dp_lswr_rp_hza
I purchased and tested the RAVPower 20100mAh. The charge rates were ridiculous low and extremely slow.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019IFIJW8
Try the tronsmart pbt12, works fine for me
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I bought this one and I'm very satisfied: https://www.amazon.com/iVoler-10000...8&qid=1484341636&sr=8-2&keywords=ivoler+10000
I bought the Anker from here in the UK. It fast charges my 5x approximately 2.5 times per full charge of the bank.
I have that Anker battery bank and although it's "only" 5V 2.4A via USB A to C cable, it does 15% to 80% in one hour. Stock wall charger gets to 90% in the same time.
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You need a powerbank with USB Type-C in/out. Quickcharge won't work on the 5X, because Google tries to push USB Power Delivery as a standard!
SHiiFTv2 said:
You need a powerbank with USB Type-C in/out. Quickcharge won't work on the 5X, because Google tries to push USB Power Delivery as a standard!
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Only problem is that nearly all USB-C banks are big 20000 mAh ones. USB A to C does a decent job but just not quite as fast.
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I got a 13Ah with C in/out. Charges at Stock Nexus charger in 3 hours full.
SHiiFTv2 said:
I got a 13Ah with C in/out. Charges at Stock Nexus charger in 3 hours full.
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3 hours kind of sounds long. I go 15% to 100% in an hour and 20-30 minutes with the wall charger. Doesn't sound like it's true 5V 3A speed.
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EeZeEpEe said:
3 hours kind of sounds long. I go 15% to 100% in an hour and 20-30 minutes.
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I meant the Powerbank charges in 3 hours. My 5X charges faster.
SHiiFTv2 said:
I meant the Powerbank charges in 3 hours. My 5X charges faster.
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Ah I see what you mean.
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