Wireless Charging

[LocationDudeNYC]

Is it the ghost 100? Could I see a picture of it? Is it bigger or smaller then the phone? Sorry for all the questions!

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[rjack22]

I bought the McPower MC-02A from Amazon. I originally bought it for my Nexus 7 tablet but when it came today I slapped my brand new Droid Maxx on it. It started charging immediately. And I like the size, it is only slightly bigger than the phone so it fits quite nicely. And I have to tell you, it does not get hot. Only slightly warm, hardly noticeable. This was shipped from overseas so it took a good three weeks to get her but I am happy with it so far. Now curiously the tablet hasn't been able to connect to it but I haven't really taken the time yet to mess with it. The tablet is much larger than the charging pad so I think it might be a matter of finding the right position.

Here is a link to the one I bought: Amazon.com: QI standard Wireless Charger for Google Nexus 7 II FHD Tablet by MCPOWER: Cell Phones & Accessories

 

[dbregman]

The store I went to did not have the ghost - I got the LG charger for the same price.
Here is a link:
https://forums.androidcentral.com/e...ucts/lg-wireless-charging-pad/&token=DJoSulRs
It looks like it is smaller then the ghost.

It works fine - I do need to align my phone sometimes, but it is getting better with practice. I also ordered some of the Nokia ones (via SlickDeals), but I am waiting for them to arrive.

Verizon also sells the TYLT V? Wireless Charging Pad - Black - it looks cool - does anyone have it?
https://forums.androidcentral.com/e...v-wireless-charging-pad-black/&token=jFwLoEPI

 

[techgeek32#WN]

I'm using the official wireless charger. It's great! You have to put the phone centered a little low and you'll never get the message.

What I'm gathering from this thread is that any wireless charger will work with this phone? Is that a correct statement?

Thnx!

Not the Nokia DT 910 upright charger. The problem is the Maxx charging area is higher up than halfway and it does not contact the pad in the right place in portrait or landscape. I would recommend the bigger flat pads or any that lay flat. I found it to be much more finicky with my TDK Qi Bluetooth speaker.

 

[alee]

Phone definitely gets really hot... charge rate is slower than plugging in with USB, and USB charging also runs much cooler. My SGS3 with official Qi charging back never got this hot.

 

[Eclipse2K]

Phone definitely gets really hot... charge rate is slower than plugging in with USB, and USB charging also runs much cooler. My SGS3 with official Qi charging back never got this hot.

I may use wireless charging for when I'm gaming but use a plug for the main charger. It's ridiculous how hot it gets.

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[Honestabebread]

My 8X and 928 get very warm on a Wireless charger. Haven't had any long term issues at all.

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[alee]

My 8X and 928 get very warm on a Wireless charger. Haven't had any long term issues at all.

Heat is a big problem for battery longevity... a bigger issue for a battery you can't replace. I'm charging on USB now, and am charging with temps around 92 deg. On my Qi charger, I reached 125.

 

[Eclipse2K]

Heat is a big problem for battery longevity... a bigger issue for a battery you can't replace. I'm charging on USB now, and am charging with temps around 92 deg. On my Qi charger, I reached 125.

This is my main concern. I never hit 125 though but rather 109. Still not good for battery life.

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[Chiplg]

This is my main concern. I never hit 125 though but rather 109. Still not good for battery life.

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I'm starting to rethink getting one. I'll not be charging it as much as I did the RAZR, probably just at night and in the car most days. I was thinking a Qi car dock would be nice, but now I see two issues. One, how does the phone know to switch to vehicle mode, and it is already going to get warm with the screen, GPS, and 4G all working constantly. More heat would not be a good idea. As far as charging on a desk or night stand. I think I'll wait until I see more reports of people not having to deal with excessive heat from a $40 charging solution.

 

[privatesamso]

Qi is a funny thing, I suggest waiting a few months for the item to develop

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[johnwashere]

Does anyone know exactly where the Qi is on the maxx phone? I might have to check out that ghost 100 in stores. I might just return my nokia charger and wait for more info to come out about the maxx's Qi.

 

[kckadow]

Does anyone know exactly where the Qi is on the maxx phone? I might have to check out that ghost 100 in stores. I might just return my nokia charger and wait for more info to come out about the maxx's Qi.

It's a little bit above center. 3/4" or so.

 

[Eclipse2K]

Plugged in to charge last night and it was about 94 degrees max. Qi had the phone at 110 degrees. Will that difference in heat negatively effect the battery? I ask because heat is ultimately bad but maybe its still at an okay level considering Motorola approved it?

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[phathands]

I'm starting to rethink getting one. I'll not be charging it as much as I did the RAZR, probably just at night and in the car most days. I was thinking a Qi car dock would be nice, but now I see two issues. One, how does the phone know to switch to vehicle mode, and it is already going to get warm with the screen, GPS, and 4G all working constantly. More heat would not be a good idea. As far as charging on a desk or night stand. I think I'll wait until I see more reports of people not having to deal with excessive heat from a $40 charging solution.

The GPS on the maxx has picked up when I drive every time. I used the nexus 4 charger and didn't notice any excessive heat. Next time I charge I'll look and post the actual temp.

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[Honestabebread]

Heat is a big problem for battery longevity... a bigger issue for a battery you can't replace. I'm charging on USB now, and am charging with temps around 92 deg. On my Qi charger, I reached 125.

I've had both phones since launch and their battery performance is fine.

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[Eclipse2K]

I've had both phones since launch and their battery performance is fine.

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Used with Qi?

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[alee]

I've had both phones since launch and their battery performance is fine.

To be clear, heat has a negative effect on the longevity of the battery, as in a battery that may be designed to last 700 cycles will only work well and hold charge for 400 cycles if constantly cycled at high temperatures. You're not going to feel the problem in a week's time. But you'll definitely find that between 2 devices, one charged at lower temperature and one at higher temperature that the lower temperature one will outlast the other.

 

[rjack22]

How do you find out the heat number that everyone is quoting when charging?

 

[Eclipse2K]

How do you find out the heat number that everyone is quoting when charging?

I have an App called GSam Battery Monitor and it tells me.

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