Price has dropped at JB Hi-Fi
It is available for @ $59 Google store - Cables details are available at Google page
Charge in a flash.
This adaptor delivers a fast charge to your Pixel, to keep you going strong.
Portable power.
The lightweight, compact design makes it easy to pack away and take with you on the go.
I don't think QC3 is PD, but I may be mistaken.
It's from IGUGIG not from Google so compare may not be fair
Also, this Google brick also looks to come with a USB-C to USB-C cable which is a bonus
1m cable
Thanks mate .. I have added into tit le and description
its $20 less than retail. so its a deal. if a Ferrari is 50% off its still a deal, doesnt matter that you can buy a Kia for $20k
@xcornx: I mean, both a Ferrari and a Kia are driven though. It's not "OzLowestPrice", if something is on sale it's a bargain, "a thing bought or offered for sale much more cheaply than is usual or expected".
If you have a problem with that, bring it up with the English language.
That's not a Google charger. Maybe compare apples with apples than apples with oranges?
Lol, your link is a cable, and this is an adapter + cable. :)) Why do you compare between a cable and an adapter + cable?
lol?!? It's 2 links. Combined $37 bucks, 2.5times the charging power and still cheaper.
Reading the comments on those Wong, igugig, Australia brand chargers scare me a little. Chances are they are probably good but they seem to skimp on QnA testing
Bought this can confirm works wonderfully. Just have to supply own USB-C to USB-C cable though ($15 from Kmart or ~$9 from ebay).
Pait it with a cheap USB C to C cable and you'll have spent much less than the google version.
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Baseus-USB-Type-C-to-USB-C-Cable…
You'll save money, but you'll still have a cheap adaptor and cheap cable.
Whilst some aftermarket brands are better than others, generally I'd say the OEM stuff is of better quality.
Bought a couple of these from kmart and they get real hot (like somethings not right level hot) in comparison to Google's TC G1000-AU plugs!
I'm running two official google and two kmart plugs.
Geez, didn't realize original chargers were so expensive. How on Earth are they normally $59?
You've never owned any apple devices I'm guessing. $59 is a bargain
Surprisingly, the Apple 18W charger is cheaper than the Google one ($49)
Doesn't come with a cable though, so if you add an Apple cable, it's more than $59
jesus you're right, it's an extra $9. But then again, that's apple and this is google…$29 for a 1m cable…wow.
Weird fact: the charger bundled with my Pixel 3a is the worst one I have for charging my Pixel 3a.
It constantly thinks it's being plugged in and unplugged. When it started happening it would be OK if you flipped the plug around but now it doesn't work either way.
The bundled cable seems fine when plugged into my computer and my old Samsung charger (10W) with a GoPro USB-A - USB-C cable works fine, as does my Tronsmart car charger.
I should probably go return the charger. It went bad during the lockdown so I was putting it off, but I could now…
Yeah, charger sounds faulty and return it is my thoughts.
Would something like this Belkin charger for $30.09c be a good alternative?
I know it's not Google branded and doesn't include a cable, but it is higher wattage at 27W, is Google Pixel "compatible", supports fast charge for iPhone, and also includes device protection insurance.
You'd still have to spend money to get a cable for that one though
The price difference could cover the cable cost…
Incidentally, can anyone confirm the specs of the supplied Google cable?
(no conclusive info on the Google site)
What power charging is it rated for?
What data speed is it rated for, or is it charge only?
What data speed is it rated for, or is charge only?
Unless you have a USB-C port, don't think anyone can answer that question. I did use it to transfer my data from my Pixel 2 to my Pixel 4, but I can't remember how fast that was
Always happy to learn, including if I'm wrong. Today I Learned, there's a lot more to charging
It discusses there's only 2 charging profiles, making it useless for most charging situations.
Won’t fast charge a USB-C phone
The Google Pixel and Pixel XL prefer USB-C chargers capable of offering 5V/3A and 9V/3A. The Nintendo Switch AC Adapter only supports 5V/1.5A and 15V/2.6A. The power negotiating between the two is not clean, but eventually the Pixel accepts 5V/1.5A. It’ll charge ~40% as fast as it would with its own charger.
sauce: https://www.quora.com/Can-I-charge-my-Google-Pixel-XL-using-…
I think you may mean 9V/2A = 18W (not 9v/3A for Pixels)
Can I use this one to charge my laptop? How do I tell, if they are compatible?
afaik while the switch uses the same plug they use their own charging protocol that isn't USBC PD. Would only trust those with Nintendo Switches
I had one of these nuke a couple of phones until I realised it was the charger at fault. I don't believe googles put the same high level of engineering apple put into their chargers.. You'd probably be better off with any old POS yum cha thing off ebay.
Until a couple of years ago Google came out with stuff of mostly garbage quality, but being cheaper than Apple was enough to entice the masses.
The quality has improved a bit since then, but still way overpriced. However I would still believe in Google more than any generic brand on ebay.
That's hilarious. You share your actual real life experience with the product and electronics in general, you get downvoted to hell.
May you fry your phones, why do I bother.
For those who may not aware
This charger can also fast charge iPhone since iphone 8 (i.e iphone 8 series, X series, Xs series, 11 series)
Given that they are supporting fast charging by PD (9V 2A)
Just go and get a PD Type-C to Lightning cable from eBay or Aliexpress
I will go for mine tomorrow. As interest fact, my pixel 3 battery wasn't working well because I used some other charger, after being told to charge the phone a couple times with the original charger, phone is working great again. We have a fast charger of a galaxy S9, the regular charger that came with a galaxy tab s6 lite and some other generic ones, and the Google one is the one that charges faster. Also the cable had a decent life span, over a year working without issues however the last 2 months the cable peeled next to the connectors. It is quite expensive to get the charger or the cable for 59, even 39 aud, but both for 39 is a good price. And c'mon apple lovers JB hi-fi has a lightning cable for 49 aud and won't charge anything other that an iPhone
That is because Google picked USB-PD (like Apple), whereas most Android makers have been using QC2/QC3 and other FC technologies. Google strongly support USB-PD, as such, they feel QC2/QC3 are actually against the standard. Hence you see Benson reviewing USB-C/USB-A/C cables and chargers.
The el cheapo KMart Anko $10 charger (which I don't recommend by the way) supports QC2/QC3/USB-PD. Branded makers don't play nice. Third party makers try their best to support everyone (though they do cut corners on the components).
Samsung moved to USB-PD/PPS now for S20 (which is technically better than Google and Apple's USB-PD/PDO implementation). However, the Samsung 45W PPS charger is more expensive. The annoying part about Google is that their USB-C/USB-C cable included is USB 2.0 only. Apple's 1m original version a couple of years back was USB 3.0. The newer versions of the USB-C to lightning is cost cutting USB 2.0 version (so no, Apple didn't just drop the price a couple of years ago on that 1m cable, they removed USB 3.0 support - saving pins and wires). Unclear whether Apple made the same dodgy move to the 2m version (which costs a lot more - hopefully, that's still USB 3.0).
What's wrong with the Kmart charger?
Reliability and component quality is a big question mark. It uses a newer chip which supports both USB-PD and QC (though officially, the charger itself only shows USB-PD support so you cannot officially go back if it doesn't support QC). Thing is, with that chip, which does quite a few things, it is easy to get away with inferior design.
It's relative. My recommendation is to stick with original charger, cable combination if you have flagship phones ($500+). However, if it is a cheap phone, then I guess you can get cheaper chargers. The Anko I bought is to power my RPi 4 (which is a cheap device). I just ran my USB meter through it and was surprised it has a slightly newer chip which supports PD as well.
Just a very quick test. Only original cables used in testing. Disclaimer: This is NOT a proper test as only oldish phones were tested.
| Phone | Original Charger | Anko (KMart) | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone SE1 | Apple 5V/2.4A mode | QC1 5V mode | *Warning message to unlock phone the first time |
| Galaxy S10e | Samsung AFC (9V) | QC2 (9V) | |
| Google Nexus 5X | USD-PD (9V) | USB-PD (9V) |
On the Anko charger, the first time I used it on an old iPhone SE, the iPhone requested that I unlock the phone to use the accessory. Without unlocking the phone, the charger was stuck at 5V/0.5A slow charging mode. Subsequent re-tests seem okay (no warning message). I don't want to use my newer iPhone which is still under warranty so the fast charge mode isn't tested for iPhone. I also don't want to test my newer Android phone either. Anko charger does not support Samsung AFC mode (so it would fallback to QC2). It doesn't have the Apple 5V/2.4A coding either.
If possible, stick with originals. It seems okay for Android phones. For Apple devices, if you must, proceed with caution. Be prepared to get that warning message from time to time.
I need something bigger than 1m cable. I have this exact one, but it doesn't reach my bed while charging. it just makes it up to the bedside table and thats it
I agree. I bought some 2m cables from eBay to reach my desk (not the cheapest, decent quality or so I thought), but the connector is so stiff I won't use it as I fear it will damage my phone port. I need to find a USB-C socket to wear the cable plug down by replugging it over and over until it's a little worn.
https://www.officeworks.com.au/shop/officeworks/p/apple-cabl…
https://www.jbhifi.com.au/products/apple-usb-c-charge-cable-…
$29 if you need it now.
If you can wait a bit, and have access to Amazon Prime then:
https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/aw/d/B07SHT92GJ/ref=dp_ob_neva_…
nice, thanks for that
Sorry for my ignorance but is this compatible with s9?
Yes as it uses USB-C to charge.
Compatible - well, kind of. You can charge, but only in 5V mode.
S9 uses QC2/QC3/Samsung-AFC. This is USB-PD only. Google and Apple are USB-PD only. That's why you see Benson reviews. Apple and Google will never add QC2/QC3/Samsung-AFC charging support to their chargers.
I don't recommend you get this for Samsung phones. Even though S20 does move to USB-PD, Samsung elected to go for USB-PD/3.0 PPS. You can still use USB-PD/PDO (which this Google charger and Apple chargers use), but you won't get the fastest charging.
For S9, it's a pity this one - $25 sold out.
Thanks for this mate
wow I never knew there was so much to chargers lol. if only they all followed the same one :(
xcornx on 23/05/2020 - 15:51 Comment score below threshold.