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any benefit using 2amp charger ?

Hi, im just wondering is there any benefit using a 2amp charger on the htc m8 , faster charging ? i know HTC are gonna release a faster charger which is 1.67amp , is it just the amp or it has some feature Quick Charge 2.0 built in you cant get with other chargers ?
the HTC One is rated to support Quick Charge 2.0 capable of accepting up to 60 watts of power – an increase of almost 100% compared to phones with Quick Charge 1.0. The 1.5amp charger bundled with the HTC One (M8), however, does not support Quick Charge 2.0. HTC is planning on releasing an optional 1.67amp charger accessory that will come with the technology later this year
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Yeah, it will charge a bit faster.
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Tikerz said:
Yeah, it will charge a bit faster.
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Would it be safe though? Cause I heard someone was using a third party charger on 2.0 and the guy said it was heating up like hell
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ekabon said:
Would it be safe though? Cause I heard someone was using a third party charger on 2.0 and the guy said it was heating up like hell
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I've used the 2.0A charger that came with my Galaxy S4 and didn't really notice the phone heating up to unusual temps.

You can use a 10A charger if you have one (and it works with your power outlet), the phone should never draw more than the maximum it draws.
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I would really like to hear from someone who's actually used one with our phone model. Thanks
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ekabon said:
I would really like to hear from someone who's actually used one with our phone model. Thanks
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I originally used the charger I got with my M8, but then switched to a 2.5amp charger. According to GSam, my time to charge from around 80% to full is around 15 mins, but with the original charger, it was around 30 mins.
So from my experience, it does charge faster. From what I have read about QC2, the technology is in the processor in the phone. The charger can be any type, as long as it is able to deliver up to 60 watts.
See here - http://www.zdnet.com/qualcomms-quick-charge-2-0-offers-75-percent-faster-charging-7000026519/

The tech is actually in both the phone AND the wall charger:
From http://www.qualcomm.com/chipsets/quick-charge
"While Quick Charge 1.0 rests in the devices only, Quick Charge 2.0 resides in both the device, offered as a standalone IC solution or as part of the PMIC (power management integrated circuit) of Snapdragon™ 800 processors, and in the AC/DC wall charger."
The one you link is worded a little ambiguously:
"Qualcomm hopes to take things further by integrating Quick Charge 2.0 technology into standard micro-USB AC/DC wall chargers. These chargers will look and work like standard chargers, but will be able to deliver Quick Charge to compatible devices."
I tripped on it a couple times when reading it too, but it's implying that the tech does not currently reside in standard chargers, since they're still working on integrating it.

guess i will get the HTC fast charger when out and i bet we should get compatible quick charge 2.0 chargers too
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The amperage of the charger makes no difference, the device will only ever draw the power it requires to charge, no more. so a 5a charger would be no different to a 2a charger if the phone only draws 1.5a for example. find out what the device needs to charge and get as close as you can to that size for protection reasons

uscool said:
Hi, im just wondering is there any benefit using a 2amp charger on the htc m8 , faster charging ? i know HTC are gonna release a faster charger which is 1.67amp , is it just the amp or it has some feature Quick Charge 2.0 built in you cant get with other chargers ?
the HTC One is rated to support Quick Charge 2.0 capable of accepting up to 60 watts of power – an increase of almost 100% compared to phones with Quick Charge 1.0. The 1.5amp charger bundled with the HTC One (M8), however, does not support Quick Charge 2.0. HTC is planning on releasing an optional 1.67amp charger accessory that will come with the technology later this year
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Would it be safe though? Cause I heard someone was using a third party charger on 2.0 and the guy said it was heating up like hell
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Yes, it will charge it faster. I used my 2amp charger and it did charge it faster. The phone may have some protection built in to protect the phones hardware. But the battery can handle much higher charge rates and the battery shouldn't start heating up till 20-30 amps. Yes, that's right.
I use Li-poly to race electric RC's and we charge them up to 50 amps. This charger will --->http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__46368__iCharger_308DUO_1300W_Dual_Channel_8s_Balance_Charger.html
Most people only charge at 5-10 amps, but to get peak performance, you will need to create a bit of heat and that doesn't happen till 20-30 amps.

Since I jumped from my old note 3tothe m8 I was able to keep the charger and it's a 2A one. Will I get the full 2.0 benefits with it or must I wait for the HTC one?
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Since I jumped from my old note 3tothe m8 I was able to keep the charger and it's a 2A one. Will I get the full 2.0 benefits with it or must I wait for the HTC one?
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You will get whatever amp the M8 can take. i assume its 2A
I have a 2amp charger and i use it for my M8. i only see about a 30 min different from using a 1amp charger.

Its not just Amps, quickcharge 2.0 Also bumps up voltage. I tested multiple combinations with my htc one M8, here are my findings:
Quickcharge 2.0 18W Aukey (with regular micro usb cable): 9v/1.1A (~10w)
Quickcharge 2.0 18W Aukey (with data cut off cable): 5v/1.52A (~7.5w)
Wall 5v 2.4A charger: 5v/1.52A (~7.5w)
Stock 5v 1A charger: 5v/0.99A (~5w)
Car 5v 2A charger: 5v/1.3A (~6.5w)
some old 5v 700mA charger: 5v/0.7A (~3.5w)
MacBook Air USB port (2013) (with regular micro usb cable): 5v/500mA (~2.5w)
MacBook Air USB port (2013)(with data cut off cable): 5v/1A (~5w)
Ipad charger rated 5.2V/2.3A : 5v/1A (~5w) (no clue why its so sucky)
Also I noticed m8 once connected to charger (non Quickcharge 2.0) slowly increases charge current. if voltage drops below 4.92v it drops it back to these fixed values, whichever is immediate lower: 3oomA, 500mA, 700mA, 1A, 1.3A, 1.42A. 1.52A
these values are as per multimeters.
my car charger is tricky, it sometimes just falls to 1A instead of 1.3 as it border lines V to 4.92 while at 1.3Amps. (it is rated for 2.4A)

Dude... This thread you replied to is a YEAR old!
This has already been heavily discussed in newer threads.
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Does the T-Mobile version

Have quick charge 2.0 disabled?
I tried plugging it into a nexus 6 charger and a qc2.0 car charger and nothing.....just normal charge rate

Mine works great. Bought the Anker wall charger and works so far

Can you post a link?

I bought this bundle, and it's working great for me.

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Sorry I just saw your post. But I bought this charger
Anker® 18W USB Wall Charger with Qualcomm® Quick Charge 2.0 Technol... http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Q88Q16K/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_AKBvvb1C612M3

I can also verify that this one works fine. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00V9ELOAQ?psc=1 Probably one of the least expensive too.

I'm also using my nexus 6 charger. I don't have a quick charge notification but it does seem to work.

grim489 said:
I'm also using my nexus 6 charger. I don't have a quick charge notification but it does seem to work.
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theres a notification?

On the nexus isn't there? Or maybe the s6. How it tells you it's quick charging. And there isn't on the m9

I bought the HTC branded quick charger and definitely see a huge increase in speed with it. No notification but insanely fast charging
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HTC device do not have a quick charge notification like a few others. You just have to make sure that the charger you got is Quick Charge 2.0 certified and you should be good to go. There are quite a few quick charge 2.0 charging accessories out there now. My favorite is the Aukey car charger which charges my phone about 5 times faster than the old car charger that I've owned for five years. Makes a huge difference, especially when you have only 15-20 minutes in the car.
http://androidandme.com/2015/05/dev...ccessories-for-your-android-phone-and-tablet/

Have you guys noticed decreased battery life after using a quick charger?

2.1A charger

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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Charging nexus 5x with 6p cable/wall charger

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.
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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

Powerbank for nexus 5x

What is a good power bank for the nexus 5x that can charge fast and hold a few charges?
I'll be camping next week and would like something for pictures and biking and hiking, and for pictures. Not in network but would like for pictures, will be running in airplane mode to save battery.
Any help would be appreciated.
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gingus7 said:
What is a good power bank for the nexus 5x that can charge fast and hold a few charges?
I'll be camping next week and would like something for pictures and biking and hiking, and for pictures. Not in network but would like for pictures, will be running in airplane mode to save battery.
Any help would be appreciated.
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Does it require USB type-C fast charging? Also, how portable do you need it to be? Very slim, pocketable, big but fits in a bag?
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Doesn't have to be usbc, as slim as possible, it could fit in a bag.
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gingus7 said:
Doesn't have to be usbc, as slim as possible, it could fit in a bag.
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Well the slimmest ones are about the same dimensions as the phone but thicker, 5000mah, and are usually only 1A. So that would only get you something like 1.5 charges at a slow speed.
I would go with something like a 10000mah capacity. Those are usually 2.4A and now support Quick Charging 3.0 making it good for possible future devices. It'll also get you a good 3 whole charges at a decently fast speed. It's also still relatively pocketable especially compared to the bigger ones.
I have the older QC 2.0 version of this paired with a short 1 foot USB-A to type-C cable:
PowerCore 10000 with Quick Charge 3.0, Anker's First Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 Portable Charger, Backwards Compatible with All Versions of Qualcomm Quick Charge, For Samsung, iPhone, iPad and more
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CZV9FUW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_00cKxbQ88GSKJ
It's on the short narrow yet thick side. I don't carry it around all the time but only when I definitely know I'll be using the phone a whole lot for videos/pictures. It's in the glove box most of the time for just in case.
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EeZeEpEe said:
Well the slimmest ones are about the same dimensions as the phone but thicker, 5000mah, and are usually only 1A. So that would only get you something like 1.5 charges at a slow speed.
I would go with something like a 10000mah capacity. Those are usually 2.4A and now support Quick Charging 3.0 making it good for possible future devices. It'll also get you a good 3 whole charges at a decently fast speed. It's also still relatively pocketable especially compared to the bigger ones.
I have the older QC 2.0 version of this paired with a short 1 foot USB-A to type-C cable:
PowerCore 10000 with Quick Charge 3.0, Anker's First Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 Portable Charger, Backwards Compatible with All Versions of Qualcomm Quick Charge, For Samsung, iPhone, iPad and more
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CZV9FUW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_00cKxbQ88GSKJ
It's on the short narrow yet thick side. I don't carry it around all the time but only when I definitely know I'll be using the phone a whole lot for videos/pictures. It's in the glove box most of the time for just in case.
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I think I'll go with this. Thanks so much.
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gingus7 said:
I think I'll go with this. Thanks so much.
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No problem.
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I got this charger, and I must have the wrong adaptor, because I couldn't get it to charge at all. It's there an adapter that works better with this? I have the tech matte one.
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gingus7 said:
I got this charger, and I must have the wrong adaptor, because I couldn't get it to charge at all. It's there an adapter that works better with this? I have the tech matte one.
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I don't bother with adapters. This is the short cable I got.
Type C Cable, Cambond 1ft Short Braided Reversible 2.0 USB Cable for Galaxy Note 7, LG G5, Nexus 6P, 5X, OnePlus Two, New Macbook 12 inch, Lumia 950 / 950XL, Pixel C, More (Gold) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017IJG27K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_73R0xbTMG3PV7
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I don't bother with adapters. This is the short cable I got.
Type C Cable, Cambond 1ft Short Braided Reversible 2.0 USB Cable for Galaxy Note 7, LG G5, Nexus 6P, 5X, OnePlus Two, New Macbook 12 inch, Lumia 950 / 950XL, Pixel C, More (Gold) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017IJG27K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_73R0xbTMG3PV7
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K I'll give that a shot. Hopefully it works. It seems that the adaptor isn't working even when I put in a cord that goes to a wall outlet.
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I use the 10k mah xiaomi power bank. I think there is even a new version by now. I ordered it via banggood and I use a USB type a to c cable from aukey with it. I
have never managed to drain the battery within one weekend, it even lasts a full 5-day week with moderate - heavy use and I managed a full 7 days with my phone battery and the power bank. The latter of course with not so heavy use, but I was still impressed.

donverse said:
I use the 10k mah xiaomi power bank. I think there is even a new version by now. I ordered it via banggood and I use a USB type a to c cable from aukey with it. I
have never managed to drain the battery within one weekend, it even lasts a full 5-day week with moderate - heavy use and I managed a full 7 days with my phone battery and the power bank. The latter of course with not so heavy use, but I was still impressed.
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is fast charging?

I have the One Plus 10000 mAh powerbank and use it with the original cable + micro usb to usb-c adpater. No rapid/fast charging, but the phone charges pretty fast anyways.

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is fast charging?
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Yep, I don't exactly know if it identifies as "fast charging" but I really does charge pretty quickly..

linqdesires said:
is fast charging?
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If you're using a type A to type C cable, it'll only charge at a 1.8A or 2.0A with 5V rate and not hit 3A mark. It might say "Charging rapidly" but actual numbers are lower than the stock charger. Basically, at 15% over 60 minutes (with the screen off and no use) you'll probably be around 70%. Stock gets you to 90%.
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gingus7 said:
K I'll give that a shot. Hopefully it works. It seems that the adaptor isn't working even when I put in a cord that goes to a wall outlet.
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Wow! What a difference that cord makes. Thanks again. I think it may work on the battery.
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Xiaomi 10000mAh type-c Powerbank
Check this
http://www.gearbest.com/power-banks/pp_343014.html

Got myself a Xiaomi 20.000mah powerbank a few weeks ago. Works very good and I am able to charge my phone around 5/6 times. The phone doesn't say 'Fast charging', but I think it is pretty fast. Would definitely recommend.

Used it camping for a few days, charged it up two full times, took about an hour to get to about 95%
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Plain and simple but alot useful.
I am using Kingston Mobilelite Wireless G2 (I think there is G3 now)
Powerbank, SD card, USB, Wifi/LAN bridge in one.
I can stream music/video, copy files and charge at the same time.

I would recommend buying Xiaomi Powerbank 10000 mAh Pro - it's designed for USB-C devices and charges Nexus 5X really well.