charging using a usb powerbank?

[Mr osi]

Hello,

has anyone successfully used a usb powerbank to chard their s3? I have a lumsing which puts out 2.1A, which doesn't charge the device even using the usb cable from the wall plug provided with the s3.

It's my understanding that you need a 2.5A charger, is this correct?

Thanks.

 

[jvloyola]

I have succesfully charged my S3 with this one.

Vinny

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[Mr osi]

Thank you for replying, is the brand name elivebuy?

 

[jvloyola]

Thank you for replying, is the brand name elivebuy?

Yes it is I got it from Amazon. Just do a search for elivebuy 200000 price is 29 USD

Vinny

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[Tsang Fai]

Hello,

has anyone successfully used a usb powerbank to chard their s3? I have a lumsing which puts out 2.1A, which doesn't charge the device even using the usb cable from the wall plug provided with the s3.

It's my understanding that you need a 2.5A charger, is this correct?

Thanks.

Yes, with the original cable (bundled with the original Surface 3 charger).

No, with another USB cable (dirt cheap cable costing <$2).

I guess there is some problem with your USB powerbank. Maybe the output current is not as high as stated (2.1A). Mine is also 5V 2.1A.

 

[seremify]

Microsoft rep at the store said need to ensure cable supports the higher power for charging.

 

[luv2skipow]

I have 2 Anker bricks ...one old black one with the 4 blue lights that is quite prevalent and the newer "shake" version.
Old one didn't work with the the cable and adapter it came with but did with a regular USB to micro USB cable.
Likewise with the newer Anker.
Seemed to charge relatively fast.

 

[Mr osi]

Hello again,

I picked up an anker 2nd gen astro and it charges the surface 3 whilst powered on and in use.

Anker 2nd Gen Astro3 12800mAh 3-Port Portable Charger: Amazon.co.uk: Electronics

Thanks.