I am seriously thinking about upgrading from my Himalaya to a Blue Angel but I am curious which if any of the accessories are compatible?
Currently I have:
(2) USB cradles
(2) batteries
Car Charger
Sync Cable
Backpack *I know this is not compatible*
Are any of these still usable? Especially the batteries, the sync cable, the car chargers? I doubt that the cradle is, but would be nice so I don't have to buy another for work.
I am really trying to justify if this is a worthwhile upgrade.
Thanks in advance.
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genghis said:
I am seriously thinking about upgrading from my Himalaya to a Blue Angel but I am curious which if any of the accessories are compatible?
Currently I have:
(2) USB cradles
(2) batteries
Car Charger
Sync Cable
Backpack *I know this is not compatible*
Are any of these still usable? Especially the batteries, the sync cable, the car chargers? I doubt that the cradle is, but would be nice so I don't have to buy another for work.
I am really trying to justify if this is a worthwhile upgrade.
Thanks in advance.
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batteries wont work......its not a seperate battery this time,its a battery/back cover combi this time.
cradles didnt work on mine,but u get one with the device anyway so u wouldnt need to use an xda2 cradle. i upgraded from xda2 and the only thing that worked on my xda 2s/xda3 was the car charger. the jack is slighlty different, but still fits. but also my jack detatches from my house charger and fits on the end of my car charger , how cool. the sync cable, i never seen, but if it sticks in the bottom of the device like the charger then it should fit, let us know if u upgrade and what is compatable.
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so while I was on holiday my XDA2 and one of the seats on "Rockin' Rollercoaster" had a slight disagreement and the XDA got it's face kicked in, but one travel insurance claim later and an o2 XDAIIs is on it's way to me this week.
I bought a spare battery for the XDA2. Although the batteries shipped with the XDA2s are obviously higher capacity, will the older ones work - be useful to have a couple of spare batteries.
Also do the XDA2 and 2s cradles interchangable?
Thanks guys
Ant
Cradles are not. Tried an XDAII cradle with my IIs and it's too thick
Oh No
I've just ordered a carcomm cradle for my 11s was a bit of a gamble guess isn't gonna pay off then, Does anyone make a cradle yet.
maybe i should have specified - USB desk cradle not car cradle. Don't know if that makes a difference tho
I tried USB cradle
www.expansys.com sell USB cradles but have no stock until end of Jan
when you say cacomm are you talking about the in-car cradel?
If you are then as there is no cradel for the XDA2s we use the XDA2 cradel and remove the slight gides on the side of the cradel, Then to put the phone in the cradel. Slide down the keypad lower the phone in and then close the phone slightley to hold it in.
We have done loads of these, i will get some pictures if this is what you was asking about
John
Where do you guys buy the original car chargers? I tried looking online but so far, all that I have found are the generic car chargers. Even some shops that had pictures of the original car chargers only sold generic ones.
Any idea where I can get an original charger or if you have one for sale? Also what is the price that I can expect to pay for an original car charger?
I bought a proper O2 car charger from an O2 shop here in the UK for £15 at the weekend. Works well.
I might sell it if I find a solution involving a dual USB car adapter that works with the synch/charge cable and can simultaneously charge my TomTom...
Seems bizarre that you're in Singapore, near to HongKong where most of the eBay sellers of chargers and adapters are based, and yet you can't get what you want locally.
SiliconS said:
I bought a proper O2 car charger from an O2 shop here in the UK for £15 at the weekend. Works well.
I might sell it if I find a solution involving a dual USB car adapter that works with the synch/charge cable and can simultaneously charge my TomTom...
Seems bizarre that you're in Singapore, near to HongKong where most of the eBay sellers of chargers and adapters are based, and yet you can't get what you want locally.
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Thanks for the heads up. problem is that the the chargers for sale are those third party ones which I do not want.
vapor said:
Thanks for the heads up. problem is that the the chargers for sale are those third party ones which I do not want.
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The one I bought is a genuine O2 one. It has a natty blue LED light in the shape of the O2 logo as well.
SiliconS said:
The one I bought is a genuine O2 one. It has a natty blue LED light in the shape of the O2 logo as well.
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Whats the difference between a $35 O2 Exec Car charger and a $5 Charger available from eBay. Both of them work and charge the O2 XDA Exec. Does the O2 Exec charger charge the Universal faster than the other non-official charger?
nuclear said:
Whats the difference between a $35 O2 Exec Car charger and a $5 Charger available from eBay. Both of them work and charge the O2 XDA Exec. Does the O2 Exec charger charge the Universal faster than the other non-official charger?
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I've got no experience of other chargers, so I can't answer your question. There are many people on this forum saying they've got problems with cheapo eBay chargers though.
My Exec charges more slowly from my PC's USB port than it does with the mains charger, so I guess it does drain a lot of current if the screen is on while charging. Cheap car chargers may not provide enough current.
nuclear said:
Whats the difference between a $35 O2 Exec Car charger and a $5 Charger available from eBay. Both of them work and charge the O2 XDA Exec. Does the O2 Exec charger charge the Universal faster than the other non-official charger?
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Most ebay car chargers are not able to charge the phone when it is running navigational problems. it just does not charge it at all. the phone needs to be turned off before you can charge it.
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Most ebay car chargers are not able to charge the phone when it is running navigational problems. it just does not charge it at all. the phone needs to be turned off before you can charge it.
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Ah thanks. I might go for the O2 Car charger then. I think then the Car charer -> AC charger is much better. You know plugging in your AC charger into a Car charger outlet. Car charger adapters. Yes thats what they are called. I am sure thats a better choice and will work! ^^ Also a nice anti-shock car stand for the HTC Universal will be nice right? I saw some good ones on eBay. Show me something better if you see any? Also show me whats the best on eBay,... I am unable to decide... too much variety... I would usually go for the most expensive one but I like more features and durability ^^.. thanks vapor
I found a car adapter with dual USB outlets that the advertiser claims can supply 2 amps, which must be enough to power + charge the Exec and charge the TomTom. Am trying also to find a cable to charge TomTom from a USB port and then my life will be complete.
vapor, if I get these things and they work, I'm happy to post you my O2 car charger at cost. I'll let you know in the new year.
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I found a car adapter with dual USB outlets that the advertiser claims can supply 2 amps, which must be enough to power + charge the Exec and charge the TomTom. Am trying also to find a cable to charge TomTom from a USB port and then my life will be complete.
vapor, if I get these things and they work, I'm happy to post you my O2 car charger at cost. I'll let you know in the new year.
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That'd be great buddy. Do let me know the costs yeah?
Does anyone know of any good car chargers for the universal in the UK. I have a couple of car chargers that I have used with other accessories but they do not seen to have enough power for the universal.The light on the phone does not change to always on, but the light goes on on the chargers. Any recommendations please.
Anyone please
JohnWB said:
Anyone please
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Any Tom-Tom charger is perfect. I use one my self from set of maps and Tom-Tom GPS receiver
I have heard that iGo is a very reputable brand. A friend told me that Verizon will only process warranties on batteries that fail if the user uses a verizon or iGo brand charger.
if its just a cig lighter charger then motorola ones work ok as do the blackberry ones.
o2xdaexec said:
if its just a cig lighter charger then motorola ones work ok as do the blackberry ones.
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Well o2xdaexec, I got a Motorola cig lighter charger and it works perfectly with the phone on or off, thanks very much for the advice.
John
just look for those with more than or equal to 1A output.
I also have a Motorola mini-USB charger which works great. This cost me quite a lot more than the cheap-o mini-USB chargers you can get from the likes of eBay, but I was in a hurry and just got it from the first mobile phone shop I found.
The USB standard outputs 500mA per port, so I don't think it needs 1A. But the Uni is a large beast, so it will certainly need 100% of that 500mA, and I guess not all "USB" car chargers can handle that because most other mobile phones need less power I imagine!
Hi all,
Has anyone ever seen a universal dock with just a mini USB connector sticking out please?
It's just that over the years I have a large connection of phones with USB connector at the bottom that frequently need charging!
Thanks.
yuppers
I have on like that it was made for my g1 it takes a g1 and a g1 battery in back, found it on fleabay from Hong Kong pretty cheap, I havent seen one that was "universal" but it may work...
bhang
I know this is a long time in the past, but as I searched for this exact type of item I came across this:
Universal Cell Phone Cradle (Micro USB for HTC, Samsung, LG) with 3-Port USB Hub
Product Code#:UFAB002086
could be what ppl are looking for.
Nice find thanks!
But in the end I bought the iDapt 4, which does the job well charging my multiple devices. Well except the micro USB connector is the wrong way round >_<
I give that a try.
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Hey everyone,
I'm planning on buying a car charger for my phone soon as I take a lot of road trips and now that I finally have a phone with navigation I thought this would be really handy to have.
My question is: What is the best cell phone charger? What should I be looking for? I hear that some chargers can burn out the battery if left in for too long.
Also, I'd like a charger that would be able to power my ipod as well.
Thanks!
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I was browsing around and saw this one:
http://www.amazon.com/Scosche-Dual-USB-Car-Charger/dp/B000RYSU7O/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
Comments on it?
Look in the captivate general thread for this discussion ...
Why would this be in general? this is an accessory is it not..?
the only thing I can say about that is ...
DirtyRasa said:
Why would this be in general? this is an accessory is it not..?
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The answer your question is there regardless.
The answer to your question is a bit more involved than yes or no, and involves USB standards.
Perhaps it should be moved ... not my call to make.
i just bought this
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230503161988
for $8 not bad
I got mine free from Wal-mart when I bought my captivate and it does a good job of charging it.
DirtyRasa said:
Hey everyone,
I'm planning on buying a car charger for my phone soon as I take a lot of road trips and now that I finally have a phone with navigation I thought this would be really handy to have.
My question is: What is the best cell phone charger? What should I be looking for? I hear that some chargers can burn out the battery if left in for too long.
Also, I'd like a charger that would be able to power my ipod as well.
Thanks!
Edit:
I was browsing around and saw this one:
http://www.amazon.com/Scosche-Dual-USB-Car-Charger/dp/B000RYSU7O/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
Comments on it?
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Got this same exact one and a blackberry micro usb charger. Works great.
For the love of God don't cheap out... Been there, done that, don't waste the $$$.
Cables that work for $1.70:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001QATRCA/ref=oss_product
A quality Griffin charger for $11.50:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001Q2FM5E/ref=oss_product
You haven't by chance verified that the $1.70 cable fits well in the Captivate slot?
I only ask because I have a mini-to-micro USB adapter I'm using with a mini USB cable right now and it appears to fit in fine. Unfortunately in reality the plastic around the male piece blocks it from slotting in fully and I have to fiddle with it to ensure it's in well enough to charge. Moving the phone in the slightest can dislodge it and sever the connection.
I'd like to buy this cable to work with my current home/car USB chargers but wanted to make sure it wouldn't have the same issue.
I can't post a URL yet so replace x's with t's to see my illustration: hxxp://imgur.com/TCi5h.jpg
phishie said:
You haven't by chance verified that the $1.70 cable fits well in the Captivate slot?
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Yea... I've used them to both sync and charge my phone and they work fine.
Moving the phone around won't cause it to come out.
Thanks, most appreciated!
Got mine from best buy. Might not b the best but u can get the wall charger and a car charger for 30 made by best buy brand rocketfish.
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TexUs said:
For the love of God don't cheap out... Been there, done that, don't waste the $$$.
Cables that work for $1.70:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001QATRCA/ref=oss_product
A quality Griffin charger for $11.50:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001Q2FM5E/ref=oss_product
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never had a prob with cheap chargers before. They come with chips to prevent over charging...
Citznfish said:
never had a prob with cheap chargers before. They come with chips to prevent over charging...
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It's not the over charging that's the problem, it's the functioning
AT&T not as good as Samsung
I bought the AT&T branded Captivate car charger at the AT&T store, but I've noticed that it doesn't fit into the phone's slot as smoothly as the wall charger that came with the phone. Because of battery power decrease problems, I've just ordered another wall charger from the Samsung website (for use at work) instead of getting a 'generic' one from AT&T.
NeilQ said:
I bought the AT&T branded Captivate car charger at the AT&T store, but I've noticed that it doesn't fit into the phone's slot as smoothly as the wall charger that came with the phone. Because of battery power decrease problems, I've just ordered another wall charger from the Samsung website (for use at work) instead of getting a 'generic' one from AT&T.
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I looked at this baby in an AT&T corporate store after popping open the package. There is no indication whatsoever about the mA. Forget asking a store clerk. They look at you like a deer in headlights.
I bought Motorola P513 rapid rate car charger from Amazon and it's perfect fit. Now on sale for $5.85. Btw it's 950mAh.
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I just bought a random car lighter plug with a USB slot, and use my cable that came with the phone in the car. Its a little long but its the only one that fits well. I use my cable from an old bb in the house. Cheap iPhone car mount and that charger looks fairly nice
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I've got a griffin powerjolt dual ... works like a champ. I do not believe that it is a rapid charger and that it only puts out the USB2 standard 500mA per port. I personally do not like rapid chargers as I've seen problems with them in the past ... but ymmv.
alex72 said:
I bought Motorola P513 rapid rate car charger from Amazon and it's perfect fit. Now on sale for $5.85. Btw it's 950mAh.
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I just got mine as well. Fits right in. The glowing Motorola logo is kind of annoying though.