[marqrotc]

Hello all. I’m new to android with the Merge being my first Android phone. What I’m looking for is a wall charger that I can rely on. I’m skeptical about getting a universal one or an off the wall brand on the internet. I have been searching but still cannot find the OEM charger anywhere. It’s like they don’t want you to use the OEM one or something. If it comes with a new phone, shouldn’t it be available for purchase somewhere?

Anyway, I’m wondering what you all do for a spare charger. If anyone knows of a place that I can buy an OEM charger please let me know.

[gmmech]

The "oem" wall charger is just a usb cable and adapter

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[hilgerone]

I wouldn't waste the extra money for OEM. I have been using ebay chargers (both AC and DC) for years with all different brands of phones with no problems. Especially with your new android, you will benefit from having a few chargers on hand in your vehicles and in a few rooms around the house. Don't break the bank.

[Ntchwaidumela]

Hello all. I’m new to android with the Merge being my first Android phone. What I’m looking for is a wall charger that I can rely on. I’m skeptical about getting a universal one or an off the wall brand on the internet. I have been searching but still cannot find the OEM charger anywhere. It’s like they don’t want you to use the OEM one or something. If it comes with a new phone, shouldn’t it be available for purchase somewhere?

Anyway, I’m wondering what you all do for a spare charger. If anyone knows of a place that I can buy an OEM charger please let me know.

Just bought one on eBay for $6.35, w/free shipping.

[travelerswga]

Just bought one on eBay for $6.35, w/free shipping.

I ordered my Merge Friday and should have it Tuesday. The phone comes with a wall charger. I had to order a mobile charger.

I understand that nearly any USB charger, mobile or house type, should work.
I am thinking that witht the right cable, I should be able to charge it from a USB 2.0 port on my netbook or desktop PC.

[Ntchwaidumela]

I ordered my Merge Friday and should have it Tuesday. The phone comes with a wall charger. I had to order a mobile charger.

I understand that nearly any USB charger, mobile or house type, should work.
I am thinking that witht the right cable, I should be able to charge it from a USB 2.0 port on my netbook or desktop PC.

Yep. I charge mine from my plugged-in laptop when I'm working. Your USB cable will work just fine. You just have to make sure the mini connector is the right one for your phone.

[marqrotc]

Thank you all for the replies. It looks like I'll just plug it into my laptop at work during the day. That seems the best solution.