Accessories Chargers Nexus 6P

Tek Wizard · Nov 11, 2015

Hi all,
Just ordered the Nexus 6P and just like everyone else out there we want to protect our devices by getting the proper accessories. Not everyone out there knows about the right kind of chargers to purchase. Not all USB Type C chargers are created equal. There are only a very few out there that work and protect your device. Fortunately, for us, Googles Software engineer, Benson L, decided to take on the task of giving his test results and stamp of approval.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/pdp/profile/A25GROL6KJV3QG/ref=cm_cr_rdp_pdp
http://phandroid.com/2015/11/04/best-usb-type-c-cables/
http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6p/accessories/verified-trusted-list-usb-to-usb-c-t3240969

Let's begin by seeing what comes in the box for cables and chargers:
- Power Brick (which accepts Type C)
- Type C to Type C cable
- USB Type A to C adapter

Now, let's discuss spare chargers and Cables.

Following Cables have received Benson's approval/passed his tests:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01...cm_cd_asin_lnk
http://www.amazon.com/FRiEQ-Hi-speed...dp/B010EXRTXI/
http://www.amazon.com/Belkin-Chromeb...dp/B00WJSPFOW/
http://www.monoprice.com/pages/usb_31_type_c

Unfortunately, there aren't any Official or unofficial car chargers out there for this phone (which i'm very upset about, come on Google as much as i love you and your products - think of a product hollistically). I did speak w/ Google CS who suggested that i get a Power Inverter for my Car. Really?!?!?

Following are the questions i have for the Pros out there:
- If i order one of the Type A to C cables listed above and i connect it to my laptop will it hurt my phone?
- Does it matter what type of power brick i connect the above cable to (Power specs etc.,)
- Several cars these days come with built in USB port, will it be ok to connect my Type A to C cable to one of those ports and charge my Nexus 6P?
- Finally, what is the recommended power rating to charge this phone?

Thanks!

ella69 · Nov 11, 2015

There are chargers in the Google store that are type-C, so I took that as a sign of them being "sanctioned" for use. Unfortunately, there are no car chargers listed here.

Tek Wizard · Nov 11, 2015

ella69 said:
There are chargers in the Google store that are type-C, so I took that as a sign of them being "sanctioned" for use. Unfortunately, there are no car chargers listed here.

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Yea, i was thinking about ordering this:
https://store.google.com/product/usb_c_charger

not too bad for an official 1st party charger. Only wish it was 6ft vs 5ft. Plus fast charge which is good.

Stuntman · Nov 11, 2015

Tek Wizard said:
Unfortunately, there aren't any Official or unofficial car chargers out there for this phone (which i'm very upset about, come on Google as much as i love you and your products - think of a product hollistically). I did speak w/ Google CS who suggested that i get a Power Inverter for my Car. Really?!?!?

This is really disappointing. The place where I need quick charging the most is when I'm in the car. I would like quick charging in the car because with previous phones, the battery still discharges when I'm using a mapping app and playing music over BT audio in my car. I don't need it at home because I charge my phone overnight when I sleep and I sleep long enough for normal charging to charge my phone.

jaison80 · Nov 11, 2015

I'm thankful my jeep has an inverter so i really don't have to worry about a "car charger".

Tek Wizard · Nov 13, 2015

Stuntman said:
This is really disappointing. The place where I need quick charging the most is when I'm in the car. I would like quick charging in the car because with previous phones, the battery still discharges when I'm using a mapping app and playing music over BT audio in my car. I don't need it at home because I charge my phone overnight when I sleep and I sleep long enough for normal charging to charge my phone.

so you can use one of the Benson approved Type C cables along with an Anker or other brand Car Charger that has TYpe A output. Get something that has 2.4Amp out, it will not be a quick charge, but it'll be 2.4Amp charge.

Rxpert83 · Nov 13, 2015

He just posted that One Plus cable is NOT up to spec

https://plus.google.com/+BensonLeung/posts/EFSespinkwS

ella69 · Nov 15, 2015

Rxpert83 said:
He just posted that One Plus cable is NOT up to spec

https://plus.google.com/+BensonLeung/posts/EFSespinkwS

Thanks for the info.

Stuntman · Nov 17, 2015

After using the N6P for a week, I find that the battery life is really good and I haven't had the need to charge my phone in the car yet. I found a solution to charging my phone in the car. I just bought an extension cable to extend the USB 2.0 end. That way, my USB 2 to USB-C cable that came with my phone reaches from my car charger adapter to my phone. It seemed overkill to have to use a 2-meter cable when I only need to extend the cable by 2 inches.

Dagr · Nov 30, 2015

Just as a quick update... Benson also reviewed this one:

http://www.amazon.com/Charger-Vinsic®-Standard-MacBook-ChromeBook/dp/B014F2NQ36/ref=cm_cr-mr-title

It does, in fact, charge faster than normal USB, though it will not pull the full 3Aamp quick charge. (It pulls 2.74amp, which is better than most car chargers).

Trying the Nexus 6P. Currently my 6P has 14% battery, so it will fast-charge in this SoC range.
> tw vbus
VBUS = 4671 mV ; -2740 mA
Again, great! We are charging at 4.671V at 2.74A. Nexus 6P isn’t pulling the full 3A, but it’s in a range that’s faster than what’s possible using BC1.2 DCP or proprietary Apple charging (tops out at 2.4A). The Nexus 6P’s lock screen says Charging Rapidly.

skimminstones · Dec 9, 2015

i got this cable http://www.amazon.com/Anker-Devices..._UL160_SR160,160_&refRID=1W8P6Q4F0C7F7QKKYYTN

with this charger http://www.amazon.com/Charger-Vinsic®-Standard-MacBook-ChromeBook/dp/B014F2NQ36/ref=cm_cr-mr-title

seems to be fine and charges rapidly whilst in my VW Golf

ella69 · Dec 9, 2015

skimminstones said:
i got this cable http://www.amazon.com/Anker-Devices..._UL160_SR160,160_&refRID=1W8P6Q4F0C7F7QKKYYTN

with this charger http://www.amazon.com/Charger-Vinsic®-Standard-MacBook-ChromeBook/dp/B014F2NQ36/ref=cm_cr-mr-title

seems to be fine and charges rapidly whilst in my VW Golf

I ordered the same charger, just hasn't gotten here yet.

2oldseniors · Dec 12, 2015

out of curiosity I tried my Verizon note 3 usb bullet double usb car charger and it works it didn't say fast charge but it did say charging if I remember correctly..
specs say 11-16 vdc input and 5v @ 2amp output.

I used the c to usb cable included with phone its long enough to sit on center console if another 8" longer would sit in cup holder!

just thought I would share this some here are more tech savy than us.

mumfoau · Dec 13, 2015

The guy I traded my 6 Plus to for the 6P gave me a little micro to C adapter so I use a lot of my old Nexus 6 chargers. I've had this phone since Monday and have used the included charger maybe 3 times.

Dagr · Dec 16, 2015

mumfoau said:
The guy I traded my 6 Plus to for the 6P gave me a little micro to C adapter so I use a lot of my old Nexus 6 chargers. I've had this phone since Monday and have used the included charger maybe 3 times.

Then you're missing out on a great feature... quick charging with the included charger is really really nice. For USB-C quick charging you need (I believe) at least 3amps and you must use all usb-c cables (no converters). You can charge to full ridiculously fast. What most people are struggling with here is finding a similar solution in your vehicle (no official car charger is currently available).

mumfoau · Dec 17, 2015

Dagr said:
Then you're missing out on a great feature... quick charging with the included charger is really really nice. For USB-C quick charging you need (I believe) at least 3amps and you must use all usb-c cables (no converters). You can charge to full ridiculously fast. What most people are struggling with here is finding a similar solution in your vehicle (no official car charger is currently available).

I've since started using the included charger a bit more and it does charge ridiculously fast. What's more is that it doesn't heat up like the fast charging that Motorola and Samsung devices use.

mogelijk · Dec 18, 2015

Dagr said:
Then you're missing out on a great feature... quick charging with the included charger is really really nice. For USB-C quick charging you need (I believe) at least 3amps and you must use all usb-c cables (no converters). You can charge to full ridiculously fast. What most people are struggling with here is finding a similar solution in your vehicle (no official car charger is currently available).

From what I've seen, there are chargers by Monoprice and Vinsic that are very similar; both will properly fast charge (3A max charge) your phone IF they are the only device plugged into the charger -- the chargers don't drive enough power to send 3A to both ports at the same time.

There is also a new charger by Tronsmart that appears as if it will fast charge (3A), even if you do have something charging in the other port; but it is new enough I don't believe it has been tested yet.

Frank Hoomer · Dec 19, 2015

I am searching high and low for a complete type-c charger package type-c to type-c 3a for my Nexus 5X. I came across this one on amazon B017BVLLC6, did anyone tried this one yet? if so please advise.

vupac1 · Jan 10, 2016

Tek Wizard said:
Following are the questions i have for the Pros out there:
- If i order one of the Type A to C cables listed above and i connect it to my laptop will it hurt my phone?
- Does it matter what type of power brick i connect the above cable to (Power specs etc.,)
- Several cars these days come with built in USB port, will it be ok to connect my Type A to C cable to one of those ports and charge my Nexus 6P?
- Finally, what is the recommended power rating to charge this phone?

Thanks!

Can anyone answer these questions please? Especially if it's safe connecting to laptop?

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