[Ntchwaidumela]

For those of you concerned about battery life on your beautiful new GSIII's, here's something you might consider. I just received a 3200 mAh Power Case for my new GSIII. Purchased it on eBay for $42.98 (which included shipping). As far as looks, it's just as gorgeous as the phone and blends perfectly with the phone's color theme (the back is actually a brushed aluminum), and actually comes in a box that looks much like the box my phone came in. As far as performance, I just plugged it in, so I'll defer my comments for a couple of days. It's worthy of a close look by power users, but might be a consideration for just about all GSIII owners.

I'll report back in a few days on performance.

[GrooveRite]

For those of you concerned about battery life on your beautiful new GSIII's, here's something you might consider. I just received a 3200 mAh Power Case for my new GSIII. Purchased it on eBay for $42.98 (which included shipping). As far as looks, it's just as gorgeous as the phone and blends perfectly with the phone's color theme (the back is actually a brushed aluminum), and actually comes in a box that looks much like the box my phone came in. As far as performance, I just plugged it in, so I'll defer my comments for a couple of days. It's worthy of a close look by power users, but might be a consideration for just about all GSIII owners.

I'll report back in a few days on performance.

Pictures or it doesn't exist/we don't believe you!! lol Post some pics por favor!!!

[Xquisitee]

I would say get this.

http://www.amazon.com/PowerGen-Exter...ternal+battery

Or a cheap 2300mAh $9 mAh battery

Amazon.com: QCell Samsung Galaxy S3 2300mAh Battery (Compatible with Samsung Galaxy S3 GT-I9300, Sprint Samsung Galaxy S3 Samsung L710, Verizon Samsung Galaxy S3 Samsung I535, T-mobile Samsung Galaxy S3 Samsung T999, AT&T Samsung Galaxy S3 Samsung

[Uncle Louie]

For those of you concerned about battery life on your beautiful new GSIII's, here's something you might consider. I just received a 3200 mAh Power Case for my new GSIII. Purchased it on eBay for $42.98 (which included shipping). As far as looks, it's just as gorgeous as the phone and blends perfectly with the phone's color theme (the back is actually a brushed aluminum), and actually comes in a box that looks much like the box my phone came in. As far as performance, I just plugged it in, so I'll defer my comments for a couple of days. It's worthy of a close look by power users, but might be a consideration for just about all GSIII owners.

I'll report back in a few days on performance.

Happen to have a link? I did a search on Ebay and Amazon, but came up with nada for the SIII. Although one DID pop up for the Galaxy Note...

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[Uncle Louie]

Here's one...




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[IAmSixNine]

Think ill get one of those, as soon as i find someone to trade out my EVO LTE for their GS3. LOL

[Tkbredx]

One with a screen door protector thingy lol.

item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=380454415606

I saw this another thread. I want to get it but I'm wondering how performance will be. It looks amazing though and the price isn't to bad either. Compared to $80 mophie cases

[Ntchwaidumela]

The seller I bought from is here in the U.S., and is listed on eBay as rizwan857. The price is a little higher than the one that ships from China, but I got delivery in 2 days. The link Uncle Louie posted will give you all the info and photos. (Thanks to Uncle Louie).

[Ntchwaidumela]

I tried out the Power Case today at work and it does what it says. I fully charged it (which you can do separately from the phone), and it charged my phone as I was using it. Remember, it is a charger/booster, basically, so it does heat up when charging your phone (only when charging your phone). So don't get nervous. It mounts and unmounts easily, so you don't have to keep it on your phone all the time. In fact, I just recharged the case, and I'm charging the phone separately right now. It operates exactly like the detachable keyboard for my Transformer TF300T (thanks again Android Central). The operation is easy and straightforward. It does add weight, but it follows the look of the phone and blends nicely. I have a white GS III and the color match is spot on.

I've only had it for half a day, so I can't report yet on reliability, etc. But, so far, so good. I'll keep posting my experiences. So far, I can recommend it.

[Skunkape60]

how much bulk does it add. This phone is already difficult to use with one hand.

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Just Flash it !!!

[trunkmonkey1972]

I would say get this.

Amazon.com: PowerGen Mobile Juice Pack 5200mAh External Battery Pack High Capacity Power Bank Charger 1A output for Apple iPad 2, iPhone 4 4s 3Gs 3G, iPod Touch / Samsung Galaxy S3 S S2 S II, Advance, Galaxy Nexus, Epic 4G / Blackberry Torch Bold Cur

Or a cheap 2300mAh $9 mAh battery

Amazon.com: QCell Samsung Galaxy S3 2300mAh Battery (Compatible with Samsung Galaxy S3 GT-I9300, Sprint Samsung Galaxy S3 Samsung L710, Verizon Samsung Galaxy S3 Samsung I535, T-mobile Samsung Galaxy S3 Samsung T999, AT&T Samsung Galaxy S3 Samsung

Cheap batteries are cheap for a reason. wWhy buy a $700-800 phone and then skimp on the component which provides power to oit? Just to save $30? It's not logical, captain.

[Ntchwaidumela]

how much bulk does it add. This phone is already difficult to use with one hand.

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Just Flash it !!!

Not much at all, and it follows the lines of the phone. It's very solid, and like other high capacity batteries, it adds weight. It shouldn't have an effect on one-hand use. By the way, I checked on eBay (Power Case) and there are about 10 listings. The best prices are from sellers in Hong Kong, etc. So, if you don't mind waiting for the shipment to arrive...

[ubigred]

Not much at all, and it follows the lines of the phone. It's very solid, and like other high capacity batteries, it adds weight. It shouldn't have an effect on one-hand use. By the way, I checked on eBay (Power Case) and there are about 10 listings. The best prices are from sellers in Hong Kong, etc. So, if you don't mind waiting for the shipment to arrive...

Any updates on performance? Pictures?

Sent from my SGS3!

[thechidz]

Here's one...




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this looks cool, does add some size but love the kickstand ala thunderbolt. Now if it would only add better reception for the sammy radio it would be the coolest thing ever

[Ntchwaidumela]

My latest on the performance of the Power Case:

So far, it works great. It does what it's supposed to do, and looks great in the process. You can keep it mounted 24/24, whether it's charging your phone or not. It does add a little bulk, but it looks great. It doesn't have an unsightly bulge that makes your device look like it should be ringing bells in the famous church in France. But it does add weight, as you would expect. It flows with the design of the phone, including the curve. But what good is "looks great," if it doesn't perform? All I can say is, "It performs." As I mentioned yesterday, it's a charger, not a replacement. So it does heat up while it's charging the phone. That's normal with any charger. If you don't mind a little extra bulk, it should serve the needs of most GSIII owners. I recommend it, for what that's worth. There are about a dozen listed on eBay, at good prices.

[irock1985]

Was there ever a link?

Nm i see now

Sent from my Sprint GS3

[Tkbredx]

Ok and the final question is how does this act with NFC. I don't have NFC enabled because I have no NFC things around me lol. So it doesn't affect me. I'm just a curious person.

[eyecon82]

i have used a satechi portable 5200 mAH one for the past 3 years and its great!! esp for trips where i wont be with a charger for a while like plane rides with connections, etc..

[Kevin_STLTechTalk]

Here's one...




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I've seen friends with iPhones use devices like this and thought it was a pretty nice accessory to have if a person is going to be on the go for a long period of time away from a power outlet/computer.

Thanks for the link, I may look into one of these down the road.


OP, were you able to get a white one, or am I misinterpreting one of your above posts wrong?

[Ntchwaidumela]

I've seen friends with iPhones use devices like this and thought it was a pretty nice accessory to have if a person is going to be on the go for a long period of time away from a power outlet/computer.

Thanks for the link, I may look into one of these down the road.


OP, were you able to get a white one, or am I misinterpreting one of your above posts wrong?

Yes, I have a white one. When mounted, it looks like it's just part of the phone. Really matches the lines and looks of the phone.

[Ntchwaidumela]

OK. Now that I've had a couple of days to evaluate Power Case, I can say that I love it. It's performed flawlessly, and it looks great! It's worth the cost...no matter which seller you purchase it from. So my recommendation stands.

Note: Make sure you pay attention to the user guide. DO NOT plug in your charging cable while Power Case is charging your phone. I don't know how that would affect things, but I wouldn't want to see what that would be.

[ibleedbloo]

Do you think you're getting near the 3200mah charging capability? What I mean is if your phone was totally drained would it fill it up about 1 1/2 times? I had an external battery that was advertised at 1950mah but would only charge me about 33% percent.

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[eyecon82]

my 5200 mah satechi charges my phone at least twice from 2%.

[Ntchwaidumela]

Do you think you're getting near the 3200mah charging capability? What I mean is if your phone was totally drained would it fill it up about 1 1/2 times? I had an external battery that was advertised at 1950mah but would only charge me about 33% percent.

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I let my phone run all the way down to 5% before switching on the Power Case and it charged my phone to 100%. The case was just about drained, but the phone was fully charged.

[mb70]

Quick Q. Looking at the pictures of the Power Case, there seems to be some space between the bottom of the phone and the case, doesnt look like a snug fit. Is that just the pic or how i see it? Is it a solid fit? Thanks in advance!