my samsung wireless charger malfunctioning - Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Questions and Answers

What are my options?

Throw it in the thrash.
Take it to a repair center.
Post in the Q & A section.
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just wanted to know if i should call samsung to get a replacement or since it was a free gift i am screwed?

Nothing to lose, contact Samsung.
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W"hat type of malfunction?

You sure it's not the phone? Looks like many N8s are having wireless charging issues, pause/start/pause almost all the time for me

I leave the phone on it on at night and it stops charging on its own

Do you leave it charging portrait or landscape ?
If portrait, it's easy for the phone to slide away just a little from the charger and it will stop charging.
Poor Samsung design. I leave mine in landscape, never had any issues.
Just my 2 cents...
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Dejan Sathanas said:
Do you leave it charging portrait or landscape ?
If portrait, it's easy for the phone to slide away just a little from the charger and it will stop charging.
Poor Samsung design. I leave mine in landscape, never had any issues.
Just my 2 cents...
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I've tried it both ways, same thing happened 3 times...
thankfully I woke up before the alarm was supposed to go off to a dead phone

Blaze9 said:
You sure it's not the phone? Looks like many N8s are having wireless charging issues, pause/start/pause almost all the time for me
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NM

The gifts are covered by warranty too, at least here in Mexico

Do you have a case? Thicker cases can mess with wireless charging.

No problem with my wireless charger with a thin case or with no case. Thicker cases or cases with magnets can interfere with charging.

Mine works fine. Even through the case I'm using on it.

It's without a case when on charger. I've had it flat and it's been working fine the past few nights

Dejan Sathanas said:
Throw it in the thrash.
Take it to a repair center.
Post in the Q & A section.
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Good answer
ha ha

Mine quit fast charging. Will charge regular, but no longer reports fast charging. Plugging the cable direct, or other brand fast charge cradles are fine. Was hoping for something a little better even though it was a freebie. Oh well, not worth the bother IMHO.

I don't bother with them....use a Nokia wireless charger instead.... Works everytime

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Oregon Wireless charging Station

Hey all, this wireless charging solution is very expensive, but was wondering if it would charge and be compatible with the Note 2, they say it charges 5w maximum is that fast enough? Here is the link http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Clock-Wir...1179942?pt=UK_Alarmclocks&hash=item27cb19a4a6
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Anyone? Just need to know if its compatible with my phone and if itll charge fast enough? Thanks.
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try searching, theres a multiple wireless threads around!
Do you have the international version of galaxy note 2? If so, that should work if you can get your hands on a qi enabled battery cover
Edit: that's so expensive. Buy an awesome alarm clock and a energizer qi charger and save 60... or buy a chumby and get a much better clock
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5W would equate to 1A at 5V
jadaress1 said:
Hey all, this wireless charging solution is very expensive, but was wondering if it would charge and be compatible with the Note 2, they say it charges 5w maximum is that fast enough? Here is the link http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Clock-Wir...1179942?pt=UK_Alarmclocks&hash=item27cb19a4a6
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oregon also released the QW202, you can also consider the nokia/JBL speaker Qi charger.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Nokia-JBL...er_MP3_Player_Accessories&hash=item337dbcb138
I've just ordered the oregon charger but I'm worried now, do I actually need a special case for the phone too, I have the international version. Need any answers asap if u can, so I can cancel order.
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jadaress1 said:
I've just ordered the oregon charger but I'm worried now, do I actually need a special case for the phone too, I have the international version. Need any answers asap if u can, so I can cancel order.
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The international version of the phone doesn't come with built-in wireless charging.
You would need a special case/battery cover for your phone. I am not even sure that such a thing exists yet (for QI charging)
le_lutin said:
The international version of the phone doesn't come with built-in wireless charging.
You would need a special case/battery cover for your phone. I am not even sure that such a thing exists yet (for QI charging)
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no galaxy note 2 has built in wireless charging out of the box, you need to add a receiver or a battery cover with a receiver.
and yes, the receiver do exist, I have a few coming in.
kms108 said:
no galaxy note 2 has built in wireless charging out of the box, you need to add a receiver or a battery cover with a receiver.
and yes, the receiver do exist, I have a few coming in.
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What I meant was that the guy will still have to buy something else to attach to his phone in order to make the phone work with the charging station.
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What I meant was that the guy will still have to buy something else to attach to his phone in order to make the phone work with the charging station.
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Everyone will have to add the receiver if wireless charging is required.
It's only the nexus 4 and a dozens of other japanese model phones have the qi built-in out of the box.
I'm a woman by the way, just thought id correct that. But anyway cheers for the info, is there anywhere I could buy the thing I need to put in the case, preferably in the UK cheers x
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You will probably either need to wait for Samsung to officially release the note qi back or get a hold of the charging coil and install it yourself
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Ha, think ill have to wait for Samsung then
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The photo's shown are actually samply ones that I took at there office, the proper one's will have a sticker to cover up the coil, and fit's underneath the battery cover. I should have a few in around saturday to tuesday, then I'll put some more photo's up.
in the mean timetime, here is a link to another thread that I started, which is the same thing but with the S3.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1933523

G2 Charging Dock?

Does anyone have a dock/cradle they are using that works well with the G2?
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jmill75 said:
Does anyone have a dock/cradle they are using that works well with the G2?
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I just asked the other day and haven't received any replies..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2443402
I am using my old Samsung dock for my S4 with this phone, only problem is it triggers slow charging mode.
bri315317 said:
I am using my old Samsung dock for my S4 with this phone, only problem is it triggers slow charging mode.
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Does it work with a case by chance?
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No case so I cannot answer that. However on my S4 with the sview case flipped behind it, it works.
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bri315317 said:
No case so I cannot answer that. However on my S4 with the sview case flipped behind it, it works.
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I can't confirm, but others on XDA in the G2 forums have used a case with success. Qi technology should not be affected by even the likes of an Otterbox. Search the threads, someone has confirmed it already.
I just got the LG wireless charger from Amazon and it works even with the quick window case flipped back! I'm surprised at how well this charger works.
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Verizon LG G2 cradle
I use my phone as a clock and alarm clock at night, so I needed a cradle.
I just got the EZOPower Micro-USB Dock Cradle Desktop SmartPhone Charger for Samsung Galaxy Note 3 III / Galaxy Mega Android Cell Phone from Amazon for $20 after shipping.
Sorry I can't submit a link yet, I'm too new, but copy/paste this into Amazon:
EZOPower Micro-USB Dock Cradle Desktop SmartPhone Charger for Samsung Galaxy Note 3 III / Galaxy Mega Android Cell Phone
It works great, however I don't have a case for the G2 yet. I'll report back when I get a case.
The phone will slow charge when you use the USB cable and AC adapter that were provided with the cradle. But, if you plug the LG USB cable and AC adapter into the cradle, it will fast charge. Also, if you plug the cradle into the LG USB cable and the EZO AC adapter, it will also fast charge.
Hope this helps somebody,
Mike
jmill75 said:
Does anyone have a dock/cradle they are using that works well with the G2?
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I'm using a RAM X-grip in my car and it works fantastic.
I just started looking for the same thing again today and found one good candidate;
http://www.gadgets4geeks.com.au/product/lg-g2-desktop-dock-charging-cradle - supports cases too...
Here's another: http://www.clove.co.uk/konnet-icrado-neo-smartphone-desktop-cradle-black
not my thing but does offer some flexibility if you change phones a lot
Similar to my first one (very similar) from Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/EZOPower-Micro-USB-Desktop-Charger-Smartphone/dp/B00BSHV9L8
This one is intriguing (also supports big fat cases)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/KiDiGi-RUGG...S_Cell_Phone_PDA_Chargers&hash=item4615bf47cf
This one is sleek, inexpensive with reasonable shipping - I think I am going to grab at least one...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/DESKTOP-CHA...S_Cell_Phone_PDA_Chargers&hash=item5af945d8f3
I personally think the iQ stuff is junk.
I'll update if I find better.
Feb 12 2014 Update:
I bought two of these:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=390738004029
from China - delivery was slower than some but very average BUT this DOES not work for my D803.
The usb plug is extended to allow for a phone with a (fat) case and therefore when I put my naked phone on it is suspended in the air by the plug outlet. I contacted the seller and in addition to the language barrier they want nothing to do with the problem and, frankly, I don't have time to bicker over $20
Back on the hunt
Old thread but I will chime in. Lg g2 vs980. Using the amazing tylt qi charger. Its not junk at all. Expensive, yes. Down side: daydream only recognizes it charging. Not as a docking station. So it goes in and out of daydream when it goes back and forth between charging states. Looking for a way mod the charger or the phone to address this issue. Chime in if you have an idea. Peace outside!
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I have been on the look out for a nice dock for awhile now...with my winners. I'd like one that mounts on landscape like the verizon one..but my att doesnt have wireless charging so Im not gonna spend $50 for it. for now I have a stand I made from plexiglass...and discovered the other day that the gun magnet I have under my end table actually sets off the phones quick window function :lol I havent tried it with dreamscape or whatever its called because i dont have it turned on.
Anyone tried this galaxy dock?
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Unive...TBK/ref=pd_sim_cps_22?tag=androidcentral00-20
God67 said:
I just started looking for the same thing again today and found one good candidate;
http://www.gadgets4geeks.com.au/product/lg-g2-desktop-dock-charging-cradle - supports cases too...
Here's another: http://www.clove.co.uk/konnet-icrado-neo-smartphone-desktop-cradle-black
not my thing but does offer some flexibility if you change phones a lot
Similar to my first one (very similar) from Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/EZOPower-Micro-USB-Desktop-Charger-Smartphone/dp/B00BSHV9L8
This one is intriguing (also supports big fat cases)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/KiDiGi-RUGG...S_Cell_Phone_PDA_Chargers&hash=item4615bf47cf
This one is sleek, inexpensive with reasonable shipping - I think I am going to grab at least one...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/DESKTOP-CHA...S_Cell_Phone_PDA_Chargers&hash=item5af945d8f3
I personally think the iQ stuff is junk.
I'll update if I find better.
Feb 12 2014 Update:
I bought two of these:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=390738004029
from China - delivery was slower than some but very average BUT this DOES NOT work for my D803.
The usb plug is extended to allow for a phone with a (fat) case and therefore when I put my naked phone on it is suspended in the air by the plug outlet. I contacted the seller and in addition to the language barrier they want nothing to do with the problem and, frankly, I don't have time to bicker over $20
Back on the hunt
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Just ordered http://www.ebay.com/itm/310669786493?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2648
We'll see.
lll
I like the last one.
God67 said:
Just ordered http://www.ebay.com/itm/310669786493?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2648
We'll see.
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OK Last one is a fail... apparently there is a LG-G2x and I missed the distinction.
I had the official Samsung dock for my previous Galaxy S4.
Amazon link: http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Galax...93126633&sr=1-4&keywords=samsung+speaker+dock
It works great on my LG G2 (LS980) in terms of charging but the speaker function is not functional though.

Beet wireless charger?

Hello i just making this thread for people to share what you think is the best qi charger.
Things to leep in mind are time from 0 to 100 % charge. Desing, and also if the phone has to be placed a certain spot or anywhere..
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I have this one. Don't know if it's the best, but it was a steal and it works great for me. No special placement needed. I can't test with a case, as I don't have one.
http://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Yoot...9665&sr=8-1&keywords=yootech+wireless+charger
I've had a tylt charger and have loved it on my G2. There's no "sweet spot" because it just sits there. Nice because it's upright and you can see your phone. BUT...the note 5 doesn't work in portrait/upright. It cycles charge disconnect over and over. It does work perfectly in landscape though. I use it when im sleeping so no biggie. There are similar wireless charging cradles on amazon that say they work specifically for the Note 5. As for speed...they're all slow. Unless you get the Samsung fast wireless charger.
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I am currently using this one I got from Amazaon http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B010B6PSMC?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00 They had a sale on it earlier and I got it for 25. I should have gotten a 2nd one, I love it.I have a case on it and do not have to worry about putting it in special spot for it to charge (works the same vertical or horizontal). As far as the time it takes to charge, it usually says anywhere from 1 to 2 hours when I place my phone on the charger. It may take longer but I usually not paying attention to the time it takes. If I am in a hurry to charge, I typically use my fast charger but otherwise I would place this on the wireless charger and let it do its thing. I did have another one that was a horizontal QI receiver and it was ok but too many times I put the phone on the charger before bed and wake up to phone that is not fully charge. With the CHOETECH Iron Stand QI Wireless, I do not have to worry about it. With so many other QI chargers out there for less, my only wish is that the price was little cheaper. Overall, I love this unit and highly recommend it.
There seems many users are talking about charging issues with their wireless charger. Luckily I had not such issue with my Iron Charger Stand so far. It works stable and its brushed aluminum matches my gold Note 5 device.
http://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Char..._1_23?ie=UTF8&keywords=wireless+charger+stand
st8chic said:
There seems many users are talking about charging issues with their wireless charger. Luckily I had not such issue with my Iron Charger Stand so far. It works stable and its brushed aluminum matches my gold Note 5 device.
http://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Char..._1_23?ie=UTF8&keywords=wireless+charger+stand
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I've been testing this stuff from CHOETECH.
st8chic said:
There seems many users are talking about charging issues with their wireless charger. Luckily I had not such issue with my Iron Charger Stand so far. It works stable and its brushed aluminum matches my gold Note 5 device.
http://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Char..._1_23?ie=UTF8&keywords=wireless+charger+stand
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yeah this is one 1Was thinking
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feihu989 said:
I've been testing this stuff from CHOETECH.
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Omg you got the titanium color!!! Im so jelous
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So with the tylt charger, with the note and s6 if you lay a pen on the ledge and then place the phone on top of it, charges perfect in portrait. The phone just needs to be pushed up about an inch to match up the coils I guess.
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I really want the fast wireless charger but 70$ is a bit steep for a charger
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feihu989 said:
I've been testing this stuff from CHOETECH.
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What!?. Fast,wireless? Any link ? To read more about it
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egren58 said:
I really want the fast wireless charger but 70$ is a bit steep for a charger
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I think $40 would be reasonable price, any opinion?
feihu989 said:
I think $40 would be reasonable price, any opinion?
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Ill even pay 50 with the 30% off but 70 is outrageous
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egren58 said:
Ill even pay 50 with the 30% off but 70 is outrageous
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Fast charge wireless charger requires 9v 1.67a input, means you will also need an adaptive fast charger(quick charge 2.0) as power supply.
feihu989 said:
Fast charge wireless charger requires 9v 1.67a input, means you will also need an adaptive fast charger(quick charge 2.0) as power supply.
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Same as the one from the note 5 correct?.
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egren58 said:
Same as the one from the note 5 correct?.
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Exactly, the fast charge part is not qi standard but it do charges quickly.
I want to embed it on my nightstand hopefully they email me back
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egren58 said:
Ill even pay 50 with the 30% off but 70 is outrageous
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I got impatient and asked my gf (Korean in Korea currently) to see if Samsung released them there yet. Turns out they did so she picked up a black Fast Charge pad for me today!
Now to wait for 2 weeks while it makes it's way here...:victory:
Kalm_Traveler said:
I got impatient and asked my gf (Korean in Korea currently) to see if Samsung released them there yet. Turns out they did so she picked up a black Fast Charge pad for me today!
Now to wait for 2 weeks while it makes it's way here...:victory:
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May i know how much?
feihu989 said:
May i know how much?
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Their Korean price is 55000 won, which is about $46 usd. Way cheaper than what Samsung is selling them for on the USA site.

How loud is the Samsung Fast Wireless charger?

Just wondering how loud your chargers are?
Mine is louder than my entire PC (which is pretty noise-optimised to be fair).
And the fan is on all the time while charging (ive heard that its meant to turn off when its not hot) .
I'm getting really annoyed by this charger.
A charger that makes noise??? I don't even hear mine. It's not a fast but regular wireless.
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h3ck said:
A charger that makes noise??? I don't even hear mine. It's not a fast but regular wireless.
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The fast charger has a fan in it, so its just a regular fan whirring noise.
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The fast charger has a fan in it, so its just a regular fan whirring noise.
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It's really quiet, I get more "coil noise" from some of my other fast chargers. My Surface Pro 4's fan is 10x louder than the Samsung Fast wireless charger, so unless there's a jet turbine in his I doubt it's that loud.
Ah thats a bummer. I guess mine might be defective :/
I am using new series S7 but it charger is not best
Hear it occasionally but the fan only seems to kick in when it's warm.
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Hear it occasionally but the fan only seems to kick in when it's warm.
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Yeah im starting to feel mine is faulty. Well, time to contact the ebay seller (and yes, its legit before anybody starts saying its fake)
It's so loud it keeps my neighbors up at night
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my charger is loud too but only whet it connected to fast charger adapter. when it connected to regular adapter thet it has no noise at all
My Charger barely. works it doesn't really charge that fast either. I wonder if it will work with Dbrand skins.
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My Charger barely. works it doesn't really charge that fast either. I wonder if it will work with Dbrand skins.
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Does it say 'Wireless Fast charging' on the screen when you place it on?
Are you using the fast charging cable/wall adapter that came with your phone?
I'm using a spigen neo hybrid case and fast wireless charging works fine (and very quick too)
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Does it say 'Wireless Fast charging' on the screen when you place it on?
Are you using the fast charging cable/wall adapter that came with your phone?
I'm using a spigen neo hybrid case and fast wireless charging works fine (and very quick too)
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Yea it's a Samsung fast wireless charger and I have fast wireless charging turned on. It works when it wants to its just not consistent.
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Just as an update. I have 3 now. Two from the same seller. One from a different seller. All appear to be legit.
All 3 are quite loud. One in particular i think is broken because of how loud it is
All have the same sn on the actual charger. rf7g80ag77acis
The box for #1 and #2 have differnet numbers, but #3 has the same one.
I am using a Samsung USB Power Plug.Do you have tried another?Tell us the bad thing so that we could avoid being defrauded:good:
I dont have another plug to try unfortunately, and the wall chargers are quite expensive.
I'm starting to think all these ebay chargers are legit, but maybe not A+ stock. Maybe the fans are loud (all 3), or the paint is peeling a bit (two of mine)
Totally guessing here.
I go into wayy more discussion plus photos over here: https://forums.whirlpool.net.au/forum-replies.cfm?t=2525674&p=-1&
I am using it. The fans is extremely silent. No fans spinning sound.
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I dont have another plug to try unfortunately, and the wall chargers are quite expensive.
I'm starting to think all these ebay chargers are legit, but maybe not A+ stock. Maybe the fans are loud (all 3), or the paint is peeling a bit (two of mine)
Totally guessing here.
I go into wayy more discussion plus photos over here: https://forums.whirlpool.net.au/forum-replies.cfm?t=2525674&p=-1&
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How can you assure it is legit. Plenty items in ebay is not legit. It looks legit doesn't means it will be.
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I am using it. The fans is extremely silent. No fans spinning sound.
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How can you assure it is legit. Plenty items in ebay is not legit. It looks legit doesn't means it will be.
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Someone on whirlpool took one apart, along with a legit one. Components inside were identical. Also the weights matched. Packaging was identical, fast charging works perfectly (confirmed on all three of mine).
There are a lot of fakes on eBay I agree. But they all cost $15 or so. The ones I purchased were $40 and $50 from sellers many others on whirlpool had purchased from
And in reply to the guy who said the fan doesn't turn on when not using a Samsung fast charger adapter.... Yeah that's by design. Same result by switching off fast charging in the phone settings. Fan doesn't turn on
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Someone on whirlpool took one apart, along with a legit one. Components inside were identical. Also the weights matched. Packaging was identical, fast charging works perfectly (confirmed on all three of mine).
There are a lot of fakes on eBay I agree. But they all cost $15 or so. The ones I purchased were $40 and $50 from sellers many others on whirlpool had purchased from
And in reply to the guy who said the fan doesn't turn on when not using a Samsung fast charger adapter.... Yeah that's by design. Same result by switching off fast charging in the phone settings. Fan doesn't turn on
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Do you have a link to the teardown? I'm interested to see what's inside componentwise.
Don't mean to derail this thread but instead of creating a new one. I've been meaning to ask: does your Samsung fast wireless pad not turn off (blue lights are still lit up) after charging your phone to 100%? I've got the proprietary standard wireless charging pad but it automatically shuts off once done charging my phone. I'm suspecting a problem with the former but would like to be sure so I went ahead posting it here..
Thanks in adVance!

Official Samsung Galaxy Wireless Fast Charger Convertible

Hello people,
please be so kind and tell me is this charger something neccessarry to be bought or people (we) can live without and charge our Note 8 with the included wired fast charger?
I really do not know whether to buy it or not.
It looks so cool, and to charge phone fast looks interesting.
For example, I have charged my phone via wired charger from 19-20% to 100%, in about 90 minutes.
Edit - what are the pros/cons?
Thank you in advance for your advice.
I got one free as part of the launch promo and I love it. I think the thing I like the most is the convertible part combined with the always on display. As my phone is my alarm clock I can have it charging at night with the always on display visible and when I grab it in the morning I am not pulling cables out of chargers or knocking things off of the headboard.
tldr: I love it.
I wouldn't say that it is necessary to have. It does look cool especially on my desk at work. The only downside is that even with wireless fast charging it still does not charge anywhere near as fast as with the cable. The "fast" only implies that it is faster than the original wireless charger. I had one next to my bed but eventually stop using it as I found that more often than not I would want to still use my phone while it was on the charger or I wanted to get a faster charge when I was getting ready to leave the house.
I, too, got one as part of the free bundle from Samsung. I just set it up. It does look cool, but if it is set up to use it as a dock, it won't charge my Note 8 with my Otterbox Defender case on it. So sad. It will charge if you have the charger flat with the Otterbox on. I believe the problem is that the charger surface is slightly curved. The phone has to touch it in just the right spot to charge. It probably would work better without the case. I was hoping since the box says, "up to 9 Watt wireless Fast charge" it might be faster than my last generation flat Samsung wireless Fast charger, but it's not. I put my phone at 30% on both. Both say 2 hr 2 min to charge. If you take the cable out of the convertible wireless fast charger and plug it directly into your phone, it says 1 hr 15 min to charge. The good thing is, this convertible charger comes with a USB C cable and the standard Samsung Fast charger, so it can be used as a spare. The last generation flat wireless charger came with a microUSB cable and standard Fast charger. My final conclusion is, since mine was free, I might keep it. I personally wouldn't buy one that won't charge my Note 8 with my Otterbox on in the upright position. As a side note, the convertible charger won't charge my Note 8 in the landscape position either with the Defender case on it.
If mines didn't come free with promo, I would of end up buying it.
Never use it, waste of space. Generates heat, but cable slow charging does not.
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Limeybastard said:
Never use it, waste of space. Generates heat, but cable slow charging does not.
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Weird. My pho ne does not get warm on the official wireless charger
myechophone said:
Weird. My pho ne does not get warm on the official wireless charger
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Mine either and OP it is great! I got mine for free with phone and was like I will never use this thing, well i haven't plugged my phone in at home! Goes right on there and convenient! Love having mine after months!
Rubbish. All the wireless charging naturally causes heat. It's the nature of the beast.
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It failed me! I placed my phone on it last night and woke up to a non charged phone! Way to ruin my day ?
Limeybastard said:
Rubbish. All the wireless charging naturally causes heat. It's the nature of the beast.
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I bet it's cooler then fast charging plugged in
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oneandroidnut said:
I bet it's cooler then fast charging plugged in
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Might be. I don't fast charge cable either LOL
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Wireless not necessary but what is very handy is having a couple 10 foot long cables...
- R. Kruse Ludington
Galaxy Note 8<-5<-3<-S3<-Nexus; Droid X; HTC HD2<-Touch Pro 2<-Tilt<-8525; O2 XDA II<-XDA
KruseLudsMobile said:
Wireless not necessary but what is very handy is having a couple 10 foot long cables...
- R. Kruse Ludington
Galaxy Note 8<-5<-3<-S3<-Nexus; Droid X; HTC HD2<-Touch Pro 2<-Tilt<-8525; O2 XDA II<-XDA
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True it's handy for some. , I agree.
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Limeybastard said:
Might be. I don't fast charge cable either LOL
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LOL so it has same amount of heat as wireless charging!
oneandroidnut said:
LOL so it has same amount of heat as wireless charging!
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Wouldn't know never tried it
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Limeybastard said:
Wouldn't know never tried it
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LOL trust me then it is
oneandroidnut said:
LOL trust me then it is
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It is the fact as the performance/efficiency of wireless charging is always less the than cable charging.
In mine the fan is constantly on! I mean all the f time!! I cannot wirelessly charge at night because is so annoying! Also I think is too flimsy and I don't like the leather like texture , feels like the plastic on a ps3 controller analog cap.
I find it perfect for next to the bed charging..

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