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Phone not charging? These tips will help you get connected
You may not have to buy another one just yet
If your phone doesn't charge correctly, don't buy replacement cables and charging bricks just yet. Many charging problems can be solved in minutes by examining your phone, cable, or charging source. We walk you through solutions to common charging issues for Android and iOS phones and tablets. Check your phone's battery health while you're at it, as charging issues go hand in hand with battery problems. You don't need to spend money to follow this guide. Still, have extra durable USB-C cables in case your main cable goes astray.
Best Motorola Razr (2023) chargers in 2024
The Motorola Razr, a modern take on a classic flip smartphone, has a solid battery that would benefit from one of these best chargers
A call back to a classic, Motorola’s Razr flip phone combines the conventions of a modern smartphone with the pizzazz of the retro flip style. Luckily, the modernized design left the old-school battery behind, replacing it with a non-removable 4,200 mAh capacity battery. Though the sizable battery may last for much of the day, once that percentage starts to tick down to zero, you’ll be scrambling for a charger. And there are few things worse than having a nearly dead phone with no way to charge it.
Best Motorola Edge (2023) chargers in 2024
The best Motorola Edge (2023) chargers from brands like Anker, Belkin, and Spigen
Supporting 68W charging, the Motorola Edge (2023) is a delight for those anxious about their phone’s battery running out. Even if you prefer to go wireless, you can get up to 15W, so your phone is juiced up and ready to go in a couple of hours. However, to make the most of your Edge's daily use, you'll need a solid compatible charger that supports the device's maximum charging speed.
I reviewed Aukey's lineup of chargers a couple months ago and overall, I liked them. They are solid, affordable, and work well. My only qualm with them was that they were not capable of rapid charging my Nexus 6P. Well, Aukey has some new chargers out now that solve that issue. They sent me three to check out and I'm happy to report that they work great with QC devices and the new crop of Nexus phones alike.All three chargers sport one USB Type-C port that is compatible with Nexus phones and QC 3.0 devices, the other ports are 2.4A adaptive ports that will work just fine to juice up your other gear. It would be nice if the other USB ports had QC support as well, but hey, one is better than none! To celebrate the arrival of their new products, Aukey sent me some coupon codes to share with you, our readers, so here you go guys – enjoy!
Since the time I began writing for Android Police last spring I have written dozens of deal alerts. Many of these articles have featured mobile accessories from brands I had not previously heard of, let alone tried for myself. While reviews on Amazon are a nice tool to help determine if a product is any good, there is no substitute for a recommendation from a source you trust. With that in mind, today I'm starting a new series of articles reviewing mobile accessories from the manufacturers that we often feature in Deal Alerts at Android Police.First up in the series is Aukey's lineup of QC 3.0 chargers. Aukey sent me four different QC 3.0 chargers to test, including a single port charger, a dual port charger, a dual port car charger, and a five port charging station. All of the chargers are also backwards compatible with QC 2.0 devices, so if you pick one up you can be sure it will work with your existing devices, as well as your future ones. Let's take a look at them.
A wise man once said, "If an empty wall outlet thy home doth possess, thou should fill it with a charger for thy personal electronics with great haste." I think it was Shakespeare, but I'm not entirely sure, so don't quote me on that.Well, regardless of who said it, the sentiment is true for many of us gadget lovers. I really don't think it's possible to have too many chargers. Today you can pick up a great one for just a few bucks. Aukey has their Quick Charge 2.0 single port wall charger on sale for just $6.50 after applying coupon code V4R8BK3J at checkout to knock off a substantial $8.50. That's more than half off! Not bad at all.I own this charger, I bought it a few months back for nearly twice this price, and it works great. Included with the charger is a 3.3ft MicroUSB cable and an 18 month warranty. 1500 customers have bestowed the charger with a 4.5 star rating, which is pretty darn good.Has Shakespeare inspired you this morning to buy more wall chargers? If he has, then go pick up this Aukey on Amazon while the coupon code is still active. You can use it to charge thy devices to their fullest extent.Source: Amazon
Multi-port USB wall charging stations are my favorite new gadgets that I have purchased in the past year. Instead of having to charge devices throughout the house with individual chargers and a tangled nest of cords, I can now charge everything on my kitchen counter, or at my bedside. Beautiful.We frequently post deals for five port chargers, but they almost never come with MicroUSB cables, leaving you to scrounge up your own, or make another purchase. Today's deal, however, is the complete package. Right now on Amazon, if you purchase an Aukey 5 port 50W/10A charger and a five pack of Auckey 20AWG MicroUSB cables in the same transaction, the cables are included for free – a $9 savings.The charging station is not Quick Charge 2.0 compatible like Aukey's higher end unit, but the 2.4A per port will still charge devices at a reasonable rate. The charger is well rated with 4.6 stars, and both the charger and cords are backed by an 18 month warranty. The pack of cords includes 3x 3.3ft cables and 2x 1ft cables.With the lack of QC speeds, this may not be your primary charger. That being said, it could be a great holiday gift, travel charger, or make you the most popular guy at work if you left one in the break room for community use.To get the cables free, you need to have both items in your cart at checkout. When you're ready to make your purchase enter the code OUNEZF8T to drop the total price by 9 bucks to $14.99. I have an older version of this charger on my kitchen counter right now, and it is still going strong after almost a year. I highly recommend it.
Quick Charge 2.0 chargers juice up compatible devices real fast. Keeping with the spirit of their rapid efficiency, I'm going to tell you about a great deal on a Quick Charge 2.0 wall charger speedy quick.On Amazon you can buy a 4.2 star rated 18W Tronsmart QC 2.0 Turbo wall charger for just $6.99 after applying coupon code UQ9S44HS at checkout. That's 8 bucks less than the normal price. Not bad. The charger comes with a six-foot 20A MicroUSB cable and is backed by a solid 18 month warranty. Prime users can take advantage of free shipping.I bought one of these chargers a couple of months ago and can tell you myself that it works great and is very durable. Grab one for yourself using the link below. Better do it quick though, because these deals can disappear in a snap.Source: Amazon
USB Type-C charging is an awesome addition to many of the new Android devices launching this year. Faster charging speeds, reversible plug, a more sturdy connection – what's not to like? Well, USB Type-C is cool and all, but the reality is that most of the gadgets you and I own still use a MicroUSB plug, and that isn't going to change for quite some time.One of the biggest perks of MicroUSB charging is that they are pretty affordable if you buy them from the right place. Today, using a coupon code, you can grab a five pack of super spiffy iXCC MicroUSB cables for on Amazon.You might think, "Meh. They are just cables." These, however, are no ordinary cables! They are corrosion resistant, high gauge, heavy-duty, gold-plated MicroUSB cables with a reversible USB 2.0 end (that's the fatter side). That's right folks, you can't plug the USB 2.0 end in the wrong way! Have you ever seen such an incredible thing in your whole life? These cables are so awesome iXCC backs them with an 18 month warranty, which is probably rarely invoked since they score a solid 4.4 star rating on Amazon. How can you say no to a deal like this?!? IT'S FREAKING AMAZING!Whoa. Sorry guys, a little bit of my inner infomercial salesman escaped there. I feel terrible that you had to see that.Anyways, the discounted pack includes your standard assortment of cables, including 1x one-foot cable, 3x three-foot cables, and 1x six-foot cable. Apply the coupon code 8O75T7S8 at checkout to drop the price to $9. Keep in mind that the code only works on this particular length assortment.Source: Amazon
Your phone shipped with a wall charger capable of pumping juice back into one device at a time, but there's a decent chance you have a couple more than one lying around. Want to charge several with one plug? You can.Over on Amazon you can find the Tronsmart 42W 3-port wall charger. That's three times the devices. And the plug comes with Qualcomm certified Quick Charge 2.0 support in one of those ports. Non-Quick Charge devices draw power at up to 5V/2.4A using the other two. The plug in the back folds for easy storage, and a microUSB cable that supports the faster charging speed comes included.The wall charger usually goes for $20, but if you enter the coupon code JANQXRAX at checkout, you can bring the price down to $12.
News alert AP readers. MicroUSB cables are not all created equal. As Artem discovered a couple of weeks back, if you are using the crappy cable that came with your bluetooth headset to charge your phone, it is going to charge reeeaaaaallllyyyy slow. If you want to get the maximum performance out of your high speed chargers, you need high performance cables.I just happen to have a sweet little deal to share with you all for some of the fastest cables on the market. Today you can pick up a six pack of Tronsmart Quick Charge certified MicroUSB cables for just $7 when you use a $2 off coupon.
[Deal Alert] UNITEK 5V/24A 10-Port USB Desktop Charging Station Just $45 After Applying $15 Off Code
I didn't know this device existed before today, but now that I've seen it, I can't live without it. The gadget I'm talking about is the UNITEK 5V/24A 10-Port USB Desktop Charging Station. This beauty charges up to ten gadgets and simultaneously provides a cradle for each of your tech toys while they feast on electricity. Seriously, I think I'm in love.Each of the ten USB ports on the UNITEK charging station puts out a maximum of 5V/2.4A. SmartIC technology automatically detects which type of device is connected to each port and administers the appropriate amount of power while also protecting against overheating and overcharging. Eleven plastic brackets can be inserted at desired intervals to create tidy little shelves for all your devices.This sweet charging station normally sells for $60 but can be purchased right now for only $45 when you apply the coupon code XC6HDJFC at checkout. Reviews are great, averaging 4.4 stars with 40 reviews, so you should feel pretty confident in your purchase.
Pocket knifes and USB chargers, those are two things I can never own enough of. I like to have both scattered around my house ready for use whenever the need arises. If you feel the same way about USB chargers, then take a look at this deal, I think I found another charger worth owning.GeekBuying on Amazon has discounted the Tronsmart 42W three port USB charger to $13 today, down from $19. It's a pretty sweet little charger that would be great for traveling. Up front are two standard USB ports, and one that is a Qualcomm Certified Quick Charge 2.0 port. In the rear the power prongs fold into the body for easy storage in your backpack or suitcase. Included with the charger is a six foot MicroUSB cable that supports the higher amperage of the Quick Charge port.It wasn't long ago that this would have been a great deal for a single port Quick Charge 2.0 charger, so with two extra 2.4A ports this is a very solid buy.There are few reviews on the device, but those that are there are positive. I wouldn't be too concerned, I purchased a Tronsmart charger last week and I have been impressed with the quality thus far. The manufacturer also provides an 18 month warranty, which should alleviate any concerns.
Earlier today I posted a deal for a 22W solar charger on sale for $60 after coupon. Well, based on the number of people who read and commented on that article your response seems to have been a collective yawn. Maybe you will find this deal to be slightly more compelling.Amazon has another highly rated solar charger on sale, this time for an even better price of just $45 after coupon, which may just drop this gadget into impulse buy territory. The CHOE solar charger is rated at a slightly lower 19W as opposed to 22W, and puts out just 2A as opposed to 3A. But hey, cheaper! 24 five star reviews and a 12 month warranty should give you some peace of mind if you are the cautious type.
Do you have as many gadgets as you have fingers and struggle to charge them all at once? Well then, this is the deal you have been waiting for. Amazon has a pretty sweet promotion going on for the Sabrent 10-Port USB Charger.If you purchase one today for $25 you will also get a six pack of highly rated Micro-USB cables thrown in for free. That's a savings of about 10 bucks. The pack of cables includes 3 x 1' cables and 3 x 3' cables. It kinda blows my mind that you still will need four more cables to max out this charger!
Multi-port USB chargers are my favorite new gadget accessory. I have a couple five port chargers in my house right now, and they have become my new go-to birthday / wedding / housewarming / bachelorette party gift as they are pretty cheap and universally well received.The last one I bought a couple months back cost about $25 dollars, but today on Amazon you can pick up the Poweradd 50W 6 port USB charger for just $15.99 after entering a coupon code ($4 off the normal price).