Best Aftermarket Wireless charging kit - Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4

Hey Everyone,
I really want wireless charging but don't want the extra bulk that comes with the Samsung wireless charging kit. Can anybody recommend a good aftermarket wireless charging kit. Want to keep my S4 slim.

shoutcast said:
Hey Everyone,
I really want wireless charging but don't want the extra bulk that comes with the Samsung wireless charging kit. Can anybody recommend a good aftermarket wireless charging kit. Want to keep my S4 slim.
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you mean like the palm pre wireless charging mod?

theidoctor said:
you mean like the palm pre wireless charging mod?
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Yes like the palm pre charging mod. But I have seen around these kits that you can buy that are kinda in the same realm of the palm pre charging mod.. But am scared to get them due to well them turning out to be crap.. was hoping someone has some good experience with any of them and can recommend one.

shoutcast said:
Yes like the palm pre charging mod. But I have seen around these kits that you can buy that are kinda in the same realm of the palm pre charging mod.. But am scared to get them due to well them turning out to be crap.. was hoping someone has some good experience with any of them and can recommend one.
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I can't attest to it being the "best" or anything but I have this one:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Arrival-QI-Standard-Wireless-Charger-Receiver-Pad-For-SAMSUNG-GALAXY-S4-SIV-/380648252656?pt=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Chargers&hash=item58a06764f0
With it i use a nokia DT-900 base and so far it's been good. Maybe a bit more heat than a wall charger but nothing that has seemed alarming. It does add quite a large bump on the back of the phone but I like it as it lets out the speaker sound on a flat surface with a case on. I'm happy so far.
I found it through this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2262808
There is some decent wireless charging discussion there and some links to follow for more

sherdog16 said:
I can't attest to it being the "best" or anything but I have this one:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Arrival-QI-Standard-Wireless-Charger-Receiver-Pad-For-SAMSUNG-GALAXY-S4-SIV-/380648252656?pt=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Chargers&hash=item58a06764f0
With it i use a nokia DT-900 base and so far it's been good. Maybe a bit more heat than a wall charger but nothing that has seemed alarming. It does add quite a large bump on the back of the phone but I like it as it lets out the speaker sound on a flat surface with a case on. I'm happy so far.
I found it through this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2262808
There is some decent wireless charging discussion there and some links to follow for more
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So it works decently through a case?

I know amazon has a few qi compatible pads that's go on the inside of the battery back and a couple come with the charging pads included but haven't bothered to order them cuz they being shipped from Hong Kong... What's the point of having amazon prime if I just go ordering things and having to wait a month for them to get here haha

nemock said:
So it works decently through a case?
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I use a small TPU case so I can only attest to it working with that. Although I'm currently using it with a little double sided sticky pad between the two which adds bulk so I would wager that it'll work with just about anything besides a huge tank of a case.
Edit for clarity: The sticky pad is outside the case between the charger and case so there is a considerable amount of thickness added

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[VIDEO] New Note 3 QI Receiver - Wireless Charging

NFC Compatible UPDATE at Bottom
This QI receiver pad works much better than the first one I tested. It's ability to work with the LG WCP-700 is a huge perk. The pad looks wider, it fits better, works with more pads, works through most cases with no issues etc.
Out of the two I've used so far, this one is better in every way... So far...
By request... This is the auction I purchased it from.
Buy it now link:
http://goo.gl/37o5jR
EDIT:
Added this video. It should cover the thickness, couple of cases, Google Orb charger, charge rates, and NFC usage.
EDIT (4/27/2014):
NFC Receiver UPDATE
Well I got really busy after I purchased a third receiver and didn't publish any information until now. Why did I purchase a third receiver? Well it was because of NFC. The second receiver is still the best with charging, but this one is a close second. I could not get NFC to work with the second receiver. This one will work through most cases.
eBay Link: I'm posting search results. Just match up the model with the one in the video. It's easier this way in case some of the auctions end.
http://goo.gl/crTI3R
Thanks for the video. Can you post the ebay link?
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chrisngrod said:
This QI receiver pad works much better than the first one I tested. It's ability to work with the LG WCP-700 is a huge perk. The pad looks wider, it fits better, works with more pads, works through most cases with no issues etc.
Out of the two I've used so far, this one is better in every way... So far...
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Thanks for the video. I'm holding off till I see the video with the cases on. I'm too clumsy for this baby to go naked.
Also, have you experienced any issues with NFC using this one?
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mehdi_s82 said:
Thanks for the video. Can you post the ebay link?
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He's got the link in the youtube about section.
babyshanks said:
Thanks for the video. I'm holding off till I see the video with the cases on. I'm too clumsy for this baby to go naked.
Also, have you experienced any issues with NFC using this one?
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He's got the link in the youtube about section.
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I don't personally use NFC a lot, but yes there are big issues with the NFC. I'll do a follow up video showing it being used with two cases and attempting to beam to another phone.
Buy it now link:
http://goo.gl/37o5jR
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I don't personally use NFC a lot, but yes there are big issues with the NFC. I'll do a follow up video showing it being used with two cases and attempting to beam to another phone.
Buy it now link:
http://goo.gl/37o5jR
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Does this add buldge to the original back cover? Or from outside it looks as before and stays flat on surface?
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So what charging pad do you use with the receiver module?
How long does it take to charge the battery when placed on the pad?
Thanks
The receiver is made by yijieneng.
Does this charging system fully charge a Note 3? Another thread mentioned wireless charging systems don't charge to 100%.
juchima said:
Does this charging system fully charge a Note 3? Another thread mentioned wireless charging systems don't charge to 100%.
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which thread?
Kawaisa said:
which thread?
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This thread > link
And please also let me clarify that the thread mentioned that some wireless charging systems are not able to charge certain devices to 100%. Sorry for not being clear.
juchima said:
Does this charging system fully charge a Note 3? Another thread mentioned wireless charging systems don't charge to 100%.
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There is a difference between a power pack and a desktop charger.
kms108 said:
There is a difference between a power pack and a desktop charger.
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OK, thanks for clarifying!
awesome video, I was looking at that receiver as well, have had good experience with that brand yipin or yieneng on m s4.
the biggest quest for me is does it bulge? the s4 there was a spot where the chips would fit in the notch for the microsd, but I dont see a notch on the note 3 so I wonder if they designed it to fit in some kind of recessed area?
Thanks in advance.
See the 3 pins where you connect the wireless receiver:
Top one is +5v.
Second one is Ground.
Thrid one is for S-View Cover (+) - (in case you wonder that the heck is that for)
In the event that you have a S-view Cover, you just have to use second as a common ground between the receiver and the S cover.
galaxy808 said:
awesome video, I was looking at that receiver as well, have had good experience with that brand yipin or yieneng on m s4.
the biggest quest for me is does it bulge? the s4 there was a spot where the chips would fit in the notch for the microsd, but I dont see a notch on the note 3 so I wonder if they designed it to fit in some kind of recessed area?
Thanks in advance.
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This receiver is pretty thin in everyway, as with all receiver, you will get the bulge, but you will not really notice it, would you rather have a receiver that has no bulge that does not work well or a receiver that has a slight bulge and does what you expect.
Can you still fit a case on with this installed? I have a hard case sedio with a kick stand and do not want to give it up.
Added this video. It should cover the thickness, couple of cases, Google Orb charger, charge rates, and NFC usage.
vandals01 said:
See the 3 pins where you connect the wireless receiver:
Top one is +5v.
Second one is Ground.
Thrid one is for S-View Cover (+) - (in case you wonder that the heck is that for)
In the event that you have a S-view Cover, you just have to use second as a common ground between the receiver and the S cover.
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Can you explaine your last item?
I got an s view cover and want the Qi receiver.
How to make them work togheter?
I also have an qi wireless back cover from samsung but i think it makes the phone to thick.
I use the original cover at home. And when im at sail the s view.
damitch300 said:
Can you explaine your last item?
I got an s view cover and want the Qi receiver.
How to make them work togheter?
I also have an qi wireless back cover from samsung but i think it makes the phone to thick.
I use the original cover at home. And when im at sail the s view.
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you can enable s view functions as explained in my video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqzDf-CDLT8 i bought the cheapest case and receiver and works fine.
am using the same in my car with my qi enabled car charger holder https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTNAPp2UkkI
have a newer one with NFC pins but not had time to do a video, will try to do one later tonight, think it should be the thinnest till date and charges fine at home.
getting the official one in a few days too and will review it when i get it. ordered a second official one from clove uk. my original order for the official one made in early october from mobilefun hit the wall from the scamsters at mobilefun. was repeatedly getting emails saying delivery delayed and whether i will accept alternate product (please note no mention of refund in any email), then a week or so ago saw on their website that it was in stock but still didnt get delivery and got another email saying further delays and saw on website that it was sold out!!!. so sent them email to send it or give refund after cancelling order. they replied with email saying order cancelled and that was nearly 2 weeks ago and yet to get refund. so have raised a claim at paypal and those scumbags havent yet responded to paypal claim and 8 days now since i have escalated this to a claim at paypal and mobilefun havent yet bothered to reply to my paypal claim. if dont get my refund will escalate it to fraud complaint with my credit card issuer against mobilefun. paid via credit card via paypal to mobilefun website in early october. just mentioning this here so that other people dont get scammed like i have been at mobilefun.
kms108 said:
This receiver is pretty thin in everyway, as with all receiver, you will get the bulge, but you will not really notice it, would you rather have a receiver that has no bulge that does not work well or a receiver that has a slight bulge and does what you expect.
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Thanks for your videos. I love wireless charging but on the note 3 it's been a bittersweet scenario...got the oem samsung charging back but there are no cases that fit that (at least that I've found) so I'm stuck choosing between a case and wireless at the moment. Your thread has given me some hope though about the possibility of using the original back with an insert that actually works and still be able to fit a case.
One question - does the phone with insert in & case on "rock" when it's on a flat surface? For example, when you have it flat on a desk/table/etc and you hit the home button on the note - does it "rock" toward you and then back after lifting your finger? This is so annoying to me and I wake the device with the home key a lot at work...it'd probably be a deal-breaker for me, but if you can share your insight I might avoid another bit of money wasted.
Thanks!

QI Wireless Charging kit

@zedomax
AKA: highonandroid.com, zedomax, galaxys5root.com
http://highonandroid.com/android-smartphones/wireless-charging-receiver-for-galaxy-smartphones/
http://galaxys5root.com/
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Wirel...11_a1_3_p?ie=UTF8&refRID=1SYHARMWY5ND0TG8NE0A
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FOUND A CASE BY SAMSUNG SO YOU DO NOT NEED THE RECEIVER ON THE BACK OF THE BATTERY.
I follow this guy pretty much everywhere. I came across a video he had posted about wireless charging and I have to say its pretty awesome. After some tussling around the only problem I had was getting the position just right. Other than that.... it works GREAT! If you don't mind the mini bulge you only notice because you put it on yourself BUT i think they make special cases if you do not like it.
I don't mind it, I like to think it holds it in place. I do recomend the QI wireless charger (KoolPad). People have had reports of heating up but I have not an issue with it since I have bought it. I bought 2, one for work and one for home!
I also like it because it prevents the wear and tear of opening and closing of the bottom tab.
thanks Max !
Wow, that's pretty insane... so you just put the thing on your battery...?
SuperTek said:
Wow, that's pretty insane... so you just put the thing on your battery...?
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YES! there is a video he has for your viewing. I just updated it and just cruising around amazon and found a case that does not require the receiver as it is built in. I already bought the receiver BUT for everyone else if they wanna try it and post some feedback for everyone else.
I bought all my items on amazon and they all seem to be working just fine.
sum1one said:
@zedomax
AKA: highonandroid.com, zedomax, galaxys5root.com
http://highonandroid.com/android-smartphones/wireless-charging-receiver-for-galaxy-smartphones/
http://galaxys5root.com/
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Wirel...11_a1_3_p?ie=UTF8&refRID=1SYHARMWY5ND0TG8NE0A
*UPDATE*
FOUND A CASE BY SAMSUNG SO YOU DO NOT NEED THE RECEIVER ON THE BACK OF THE BATTERY.
I follow this guy pretty much everywhere. I came across a video he had posted about wireless charging and I have to say its pretty awesome. After some tussling around the only problem I had was getting the position just right. Other than that.... it works GREAT! If you don't mind the mini bulge you only notice because you put it on yourself BUT i think they make special cases if you do not like it.
I don't mind it, I like to think it holds it in place. I do recomend the QI wireless charger (KoolPad). People have had reports of heating up but I have not an issue with it since I have bought it. I bought 2, one for work and one for home!
I also like it because it prevents the wear and tear of opening and closing of the bottom tab.
thanks Max !
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sum1one said:
YES! there is a video he has for your viewing. I just updated it and just cruising around amazon and found a case that does not require the receiver as it is built in. I already bought the receiver BUT for everyone else if they wanna try it and post some feedback for everyone else.
I bought all my items on amazon and they all seem to be working just fine.
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Nice, is the case rugged/durable enough to be used as a 24/7 case for the phone?
SuperTek said:
Nice, is the case rugged/durable enough to be used as a 24/7 case for the phone?
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well the case is just the back cover of the stock you currently have. Just with the built in QI receiver.
I use a spigen case and works well with the charging pad
http://www.amazon.com/SpigenĀ®-METAL...d=1400271903&sr=8-4&keywords=spigen+galaxy+s5
"Concentrate on making babies"
Lolz.
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sum1one said:
well the case is just the back cover of the stock you currently have. Just with the built in QI receiver.
I use a spigen case and works well with the charging pad
http://www.amazon.com/SpigenĀ®-METAL...d=1400271903&sr=8-4&keywords=spigen+galaxy+s5
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I just wanna confirm your saying that case works with Samsung Wireless charging back cover. Did you have to force it? Please elaborate,.
kill_dano said:
I just wanna confirm your saying that case works with Samsung Wireless charging back cover. Did you have to force it? Please elaborate,.
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I haven't used the charging back case yet. I hear it is slightly bigger than the stock case. I ordered the QI pwd card and fits fine with the stock case. A little bit of a bulge hardly noticeable only to the person who owns the phone because you can feel it. it doesn't bother me because i like to think it keeps it in place and to be honest, i haven't had any issues. I will buy the case soon. maybe once the pad wears out

Wireless Charging Car Dock

Hello all. A friend of mine developed this new car dock for the Note 3, Galaxy S3, and Galaxy S4. I was lucky enough to get an advanced copy for my GS3 and found it to be the best dock I have ever used. I purchased one for my Note 3 and I did an unboxing. Please give it a look. Thanks
www.mountr.com
Mountr Unbox 2: http://youtu.be/eNrE524swXo
Ohh wow why did I just give another 70bux to Samsung... That mount is perfect
quint9 said:
Hello all. A friend of mine developed this new car dock for the Note 3, Galaxy S3, and Galaxy S4. I was lucky enough to get an advanced copy for my GS3 and found it to be the best dock I have ever used. I purchased one for my Note 3 and I did an unboxing. Please give it a look. Thanks
www.mountr.com
Mountr Unbox 2: http://youtu.be/eNrE524swXo
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This looks like everything I want, except I wonder about the aluminum back plate. I wonder if it interferes with radio reception at all, as every aluminum case I have used before has. Granted, this is nothing more than a backplate, not an entire wrap around case.
The only option that could possibly make this even better is the option to get an extended backplate for extended batteries...
Thanks for the link
I love it but am sporting a UAG case that has saved me a few times already. Nice work though.
Ed Murray said:
This looks like everything I want, except I wonder about the aluminum back plate. I wonder if it interferes with radio reception at all, as every aluminum case I have used before has. Granted, this is nothing more than a backplate, not an entire wrap around case.
The only option that could possibly make this even better is the option to get an extended backplate for extended batteries...
Thanks for the link
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I'm also using the cover for the Note 3 and I've checked the impact of the aluminium plate with apps like 'Network Signal Strength' and have not been able to find any negative impact.
Ed Murray said:
This looks like everything I want, except I wonder about the aluminum back plate. I wonder if it interferes with radio reception at all, as every aluminum case I have used before has. Granted, this is nothing more than a backplate, not an entire wrap around case.
The only option that could possibly make this even better is the option to get an extended backplate for extended batteries...
Thanks for the link
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Hi Ed, I have not noticed a drop in signal but I have not done a switch of the back plate while sitting in several places to test the signal. I would be interested to know if the aluminum on the back has any impact on signal. I would think not because it doesn't wrap around the sides.
Q9
quint9 said:
Hi Ed, I have not noticed a drop in signal but I have not done a switch of the back plate while sitting in several places to test the signal. I would be interested to know if the aluminum on the back has any impact on signal. I would think not because it doesn't wrap around the sides.
Q9
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Hi Q9.
Radio waves tend to bend around any metal quite well. I expect that is why Mountr has combined ABS/PC with aluminium and designed the aluminium part in such a way that there is enough free space for the radio waves to bend around the plate.
You can search for the app 'Network Signal Strength' in the Play store to get an app that helps you get proper readings of the actual signal strength. Let me know if you come up with different findings.
This is not an inductance charger. There are pins in the mount that hits a ring on the back.
Also there is no nfc in the back, but without a QI coil in the back maybe the battery nfc still works. Doubtful very well with a aluminum back.
I think the $40 wireless auto mount and a $20 samsung QI back is better.
DAvid_B said:
This is not an inductance charger. There are pins in the mount that hits a ring on the back.
Also there is no nfc in the back, but without a QI coil in the back maybe the battery nfc still works. Doubtful very well with a aluminum back.
I think the $40 wireless auto mount and a $20 samsung QI back is better.
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I'm not sure anyone thought it was, but I guess it's still "wireless", and the OP didn't say anything about induction.
Having a Qi coil on my battery, I use wireless inductive charging for home, often. In the car it would not be as practical, I don't think. Since Qi charging is very under powered, and since we tend to use our phones in the car with navigation, calling, music, etc, I'm doubting any Qi charger would be able to actually stay ahead of the use. (I could be wrong here, but with my Qi pads used in my car, it was useless)
This charger posted above uses the next best idea. And that is why I like it. Maybe not enough to spend that kind of dough on it, but it is a good idea.
I'd like to here for sure if the NFC works, but I betting it does.
It could be even better if it had support for aftermarket cases.
All that being said, if I saw it sold for $40.00 or less, I'd give it a try.
I am using the airdock in my car. It works good. Except I cant use a case with it since the magnet and the suction isn't strong enough to hold it up.
That's my only issue at the moment with it. In my line of work, cases are a priority. Without them, you mine as well not carry it. When/if this idea enables case usage, I will be all over it like white on rice.
Ed Murray said:
I'm not sure anyone thought it was, but I guess it's still "wireless", and the OP didn't say anything about induction.
Having a Qi coil on my battery, I use wireless inductive charging for home, often. In the car it would not be as practical, I don't think. Since Qi charging is very under powered, and since we tend to use our phones in the car with navigation, calling, music, etc, I'm doubting any Qi charger would be able to actually stay ahead of the use. (I could be wrong here, but with my Qi pads used in my car, it was useless)
This charger posted above uses the next best idea. And that is why I like it. Maybe not enough to spend that kind of dough on it, but it is a good idea.
I'd like to here for sure if the NFC works, but I betting it does.
It could be even better if it had support for aftermarket cases.
All that being said, if I saw it sold for $40.00 or less, I'd give it a try.
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Good news, Mountr recently dropped prices significantly in their web store.
Any idea if the will make one for a Note 4?

Wireless charging and cases

Let's talk about cases and wireless changing - what works and what doesn't:
For example
Works
Generic charging back and cheap gel case works with Tylt charger
Generic charging back and cheap gel case works with LG hockey puck charger
Otterbox defender works with the tylt vu and qi sticker
Nillkin bumper case works with the Tylt wireless charger
Slim Armor works with the Tylt Vu
Qi sticker chip with generic eBay hockey puck (Powerbot clone) and it charges with Seidio Surface
Qi sticker (from GB) on OEM backing with Quick Circle Case (without the built in inductive) works on both the Tylt Vu as well as the LG WCP-300 puck.
Ringke slim case and with the 3 Coil wireless pad+original LG USB cable+2A Samsung charger (links in post #21)
but
Doesn't work
slim armor DIDNT work with Nokia Dt910
Works partially
3rd party quick circle case with wireless charging I got off of Ebay and ordered the WCD-100. Although it worked I kept
getting the center phone correctly message every time I put it on.
Best Buy Insignia TPU case has some trouble with the Tylt Vu. Wireless charging notification pops up frequently
How about posting here what we know works - and what doesn't. I'll update here from your posts so please make my life easier and give me something that I can just cut and paste.
cb1111 said:
Let's talk about cases and wireless changing - what works and what doesn't:
For example
Generic charging back and cheap gel case works with Tylt charger
Generic charging back and cheap gel case works with LG hockey puck charger
but
Does the generic charging back and the Tylt work with the Otterbox Defender? How about the Seidio Surface?
How about posting here what we know works.
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You forgot about the Qi sticker chips for those who purchased.
I have a Qi sticker chip with generic eBay hockey puck (Powerbot clone) and it charges with Seidio Surface.
Overall, I think wireless charging will work with any case so as long there is no interference such as magnets or something.
My otterbox defender works with the tylt vu and qi sticker
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My slim armor DIDNT work with Nokia Dt910. Had the on off issue. Ordered a lg wcd100 will see what happens.
EDIT : forgot to add that i got the slow charging message when using the case.
I have a 3rd party quick circle case with wireless charging I got off of Ebay and ordered the WCD-100. Although it worked I kept
getting the center phone correctly message every time I put it on. Returned that to Amazon and ordered the Tylt. If I continue to have
problems with that one when I get it then I'll know it's the case that's the issue.
This thread will be hard to follow just like the "What wireless charger works best with the G3" thread. I had to read that thread over and over. lol A list in the OP would be nice but a little time consuming to make I guess.
Nillkin bumper case works with the Tylt wireless charger. I will test the Insignia case at some point.
sweets55 said:
This thread will be hard to follow just like the "What wireless charger works best with the G3" thread. I had to read that thread over and over. lol A list in the OP would be nice but a little time consuming to make I guess.
Nillkin bumper case works with the Tylt wireless charger. I will test the Insignia case at some point.
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Good point. I'll update the firtst post every couple of days.
xlxcrossing said:
My slim armor DIDNT work with Nokia Dt910. Had the on off issue. Ordered a lg wcd100 will see what happens
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Doesn't matter if you use no case, the Nokia DT910 will do that with this phone.
Gvndeb60 said:
Doesn't matter if you use no case, the Nokia DT910 will do that with this phone.
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Could you let me know if the slim armor case work with the wcd-100 wireless charger?
Slim Armor works with the Tylt Vu.
Best Buy Insignia TPU case has some trouble with the Tylt Vu. Wireless charging notification pops up frequently.
sweets55 said:
This thread will be hard to follow just like the "What wireless charger works best with the G3" thread. I had to read that thread over and over. lol A list in the OP would be nice but a little time consuming to make I guess.
Nillkin bumper case works with the Tylt wireless charger. I will test the Insignia case at some point.
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cb1111 said:
Good point. I'll update the firtst post every couple of days.
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sweets55 giving the OP more work? LOL.
OP: have fun updating the post every so often. I've been in that position before. Lol. Also, you didnt update first post with my post in regards to Seidio Surface working.
iazybandit said:
sweets55 giving the OP more work? LOL.
OP: have fun updating the post every so often. I've been in that position before. Lol. Also, you didnt update first post with my post in regards to Seidio Surface working.
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It should cut down on the same questions and not everyone has time to read a long thread. If OP didn't want to do it I could have done it
Maybe the OP also needs to add "a case and charger might work for someone and not another person. I guess depending on the sticker/placement".
j76ms said:
Best Buy Insignia TPU case has some trouble with the Tylt Vu. Wireless charging notification pops up frequently.
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I have the same combo and seems to be working fine for me. I'll try another charge tonight.
iazybandit said:
sweets55 giving the OP more work? LOL.
OP: have fun updating the post every so often. I've been in that position before. Lol. Also, you didnt update first post with my post in regards to Seidio Surface working.
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I apologize for not updating the first thread within microseconds of someone posting - sheesh.
In order to make this thread worthwhile, we really need more information on some of the more obscure combinations. Stickers, for example, can come from multiple vendors and each may be a different quality. I'd suggest adding a link for no-name products. I'll continue to update the first post every couple of days for a while until we have a good representation of products.
I am using this OEM rear plate.
I am also using the Best Buy Insignia TPU case.
The charger is the Tylt Vu.
The Tylt works fine without the case on the phone but has trouble with this case.
Slim Armor works with the Qi sticker and the Amazon Cheotech charger....
cb1111 said:
I apologize for not updating the first thread within microseconds of someone posting - sheesh.
In order to make this thread worthwhile, we really need more information on some of the more obscure combinations. Stickers, for example, can come from multiple vendors and each may be a different quality. I'd suggest adding a link for no-name products. I'll continue to update the first post every couple of days for a while until we have a good representation of products.
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It was a joke. Calm down. And my comment about the Seidio was because you updated the original post with stuff that was posted after mine and thought you missed it.
As for the Qi sticker chips, there's only one source that makes them but obviously sold by many others.
Just got my official LG qi charger WCD-100. I really like it, it's stable, and charges quite fast for qi. I got it for a pretty good deal so I don't mind and this is my 3rd qi charger that i currently have and by far the best one. It's really nice because I can't place my phone on it the wrong way. You just put it on and you're done! No alignment bs like on my other ones.
Qi sticker (from GB) on OEM backing with Quick Circle Case (without the built in inductive) works on both the Tylt Vu as well as the LG WCP-300 puck.

AirDock?

Kind of curious: has anyone tried the G3 with an AirDock:
http://www.theairdock.com/
Wondering if the curved back presents any problems with adhering to the micro-suction surface of the dock.
I have one and the charging works great. Only issue is that if the pad or surface isn't clean the phone doesn't like to stay put. The surface is some kind of nano technology. In my opinion it needs to be improved and the magnets need to be improved. The curved back does limit the overall contact surface area but I am getting a new SUPCASE and I am hoping that the material will stick better.
I have the AirDock, and it does not work with my cheap, Chinese Qi charging sticker. The very same sticker works on my Tylt Vu, however. I'm curious what Qi receiver you guys are using.
Thanks!
I found a couple of posts here on XDA that indicated the magnets in the Air Dock interfere with the Qi stickers. Air Dock (the company) doesn't recommend the mount for use with the G3.
meyerweb said:
I found a couple of posts here on XDA that indicated the magnets in the Air Dock interfere with the Qi stickers. Air Dock (the company) doesn't recommend the mount for use with the G3.
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Though on their website it clearly says supported (with additional hardware.) I assume this to mean with the QuickCircle charging case, which is horrendous and annoying. You are spot-on regarding the magnets. I asked if those can be removed, and support responded that they are necessary to keep the phone from sliding off. I am not convinced that is the case on the G3, because the phone slides off VERY easily without some sort of flat-back.
Sounds like G3 owners should just wait it out...
Me:
Howdy Howdy!
I noticed that the LG G3 is officially 'supported' (with additional hardware,) on your site, and I was curious if any developments have been made? I am still using the cheap Chinese sticker with my Tylt Vu, but of course that doesn't work on my original AirDock. Is there a recommended charging sticker, or do you guys still recommend the Circle case?
In all honesty, it's hard to recommend the naked G3 on the AirDock, because it can barely hold it. I have to clean my foam almost daily for it to stick, because the phone's back is curved. My friends with flat-back phones never seem to ever clean the foam and it works great.
Thank you!
-Steven
AirDock Support:
Hi Steven,
There are a couple things that are going to be better about Version 2.0 and the G3.
The transmitter in V2.0 will work well with that aftermarket receiver sticker. That's the biggest difference. It's an upgraded transmitter from V1.0
We will also be supplying a special version of V2.0 that will be curved to match the back of your G3 so that you can have the same grip strength as your flat backed phone owning friends!
Thanks
Me:
Whoa, that's awesome! I wish there was a trade-in option because I've been pretty bummed about this one, despite getting a few friends to pick one up for their more well-suited phones.
Thank you for the update!
Sounds great, but I already came up with my own solution. I grafted the Qi charger and phone clamp from this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00M685JTG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (made by the same company as the Tylt Vu)
With the sticks-anywhere micro suction base of this:
http://www.amazon.com/iOttie-Windsh...UTF8&qid=1417825105&sr=8-1&keywords=iottie+xl
My only real complaint is that the Qi emits a shrill beeeeep every time it gets power (i.e., when I turn the car on).
But if the Air Dock 2 described above had been available, I probably would have bought that one. Good news for future buyers.
ScrapMaker said:
Sounds like G3 owners should just wait it out...
Me:
Howdy Howdy!
I noticed that the LG G3 is officially 'supported' (with additional hardware,) on your site, and I was curious if any developments have been made? I am still using the cheap Chinese sticker with my Tylt Vu, but of course that doesn't work on my original AirDock. Is there a recommended charging sticker, or do you guys still recommend the Circle case?
In all honesty, it's hard to recommend the naked G3 on the AirDock, because it can barely hold it. I have to clean my foam almost daily for it to stick, because the phone's back is curved. My friends with flat-back phones never seem to ever clean the foam and it works great.
Thank you!
-Steven
AirDock Support:
Hi Steven,
There are a couple things that are going to be better about Version 2.0 and the G3.
The transmitter in V2.0 will work well with that aftermarket receiver sticker. That's the biggest difference. It's an upgraded transmitter from V1.0
We will also be supplying a special version of V2.0 that will be curved to match the back of your G3 so that you can have the same grip strength as your flat backed phone owning friends!
Thanks
Me:
Whoa, that's awesome! I wish there was a trade-in option because I've been pretty bummed about this one, despite getting a few friends to pick one up for their more well-suited phones.
Thank you for the update!
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I have the original airdock and have been using it with my G3 with no problems. I have a thin ringke case and use the airdock sticker and it charges fine. I'm considering getting the LG g3 slim guard case because I don't like having the sticker on my phone. I read someone on here write that the LG g3 slim guard case sticks to the airdock.
What Qi receiver are you using?
I'm using a replacement battery cover with qi sticker that I bought on Amazon. I'm guessing the company puts the sticker on an oem battery cover but it has qi and nfc
p1garcia said:
I'm using a replacement battery cover with qi sticker that I bought on Amazon. I'm guessing the company puts the sticker on an oem battery cover but it has qi and nfc
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Strange, then you are the first with an AirDock to get it working with the Qi sticker. I have followed the threads very closely, and even AirDock says it won't work. Do you have a link to the sticker/cover you bought?
Thanks!
I do... But I don't think I can post it. But if you go to Amazon the seller is 38 Ave. It's an oem battery cover with qi and nfc. I also just ordered the LG g3 slim guard case. I've read it works and sticks to the airdock.
I finally received the original LG g3 slim guard case. It is for the US version. It works great with the airdock. Sticks to it and charges it with no issues.
p1garcia said:
I finally received the original LG g3 slim guard case. It is for the US version. It works great with the airdock. Sticks to it and charges it with no issues.
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When you drive with GPS on, screen on, streaming music over bluetooth, does your battery stay charged? Mine won't even do that with a 2-amp USB connection. :/
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When you drive with GPS on, screen on, streaming music over bluetooth, does your battery stay charged? Mine won't even do that with a 2-amp USB connection. :/
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Regardless of the input to the Qi charger, current Qi coils output at most 1 amp. But to answer your question, no, mine slowly discharges under the conditions you describe. If you're doing that for a long period, unplug the cable from the dock and plug it into your phone.
meyerweb said:
Regardless of the input to the Qi charger, current Qi coils output at most 1 amp. But to answer your question, no, mine slowly discharges under the conditions you describe. If you're doing that for a long period, unplug the cable from the dock and plug it into your phone.
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Dang. That's the entire time I've driving -- always. I should have done more research on Qi before ordering the sticker or any of these chargers. My Tylt has an almost impossible time keeping my phone charged when streaming and keeping the screen on at work. Nothing else going. Just heats up like crazy.
ScrapMaker said:
Dang. That's the entire time I've driving -- always. I should have done more research on Qi before ordering the sticker or any of these chargers. My Tylt has an almost impossible time keeping my phone charged when streaming and keeping the screen on at work. Nothing else going. Just heats up like crazy.
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I don't seem to have any issues when I'm not streaming or using GPS. Just keeping the screen on seems to be fine. Make sure you're using a good USB cable. I found a couple of cheap ones I had wouldn't keep the phone charging consistently - it would keep cycling in and out of charge / discharge modes.
This won't help now, but there's a new Qi standard in development that is supposed to provide higher rates of charge. I do wonder how they'll deal with the extra heat, though.

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