Any experience with low profile USB chargers and our flip cover?

Sam! · 08-04-2017, 08:46 PM

Before I give up one of my daily artisan Starbucks latte to blindly buy a low profile USB charger, can anyone confirm if the storage lid can close fully without unplugging?

Interested in the Anker, but there's tons out there similar:
Amazon link

djwoodyuk · 08-05-2017, 12:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Sam!

Before I give up one of my daily artisan Starbucks latte to blindly buy a low profile USB charger, can anyone confirm if the storage lid can close fully without unplugging?

Interested in the Anker, but there's tons out there similar:
Amazon link

I bought the anker and confirm it does NOT fit. I now have it plugged in the rear of the car.

Still looking for a device I can use and also flip down the cover.

WallySlash · 08-06-2017, 08:43 PM

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Works. Has a blue glow at night that you can see when the cover is flipped down.

Edit--Are you asking if you can plug in and close?

WallySlash · 08-06-2017, 08:46 PM

https://www.amazon.com/nonda-Certifi...ightning+cable

Maybe this would work?

Sam! · 08-06-2017, 09:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WallySlash

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Works. Has a blue glow at night that you can see when the cover is flipped down.

Edit--Are you asking if you can plug in and close?

Nice I'll give that a go. I just want the keep charger plugged in and remove cable when it's not needed. I also keep change in the compartment so it would be nice to close it without wear and tear on the socket.

CleanKM · 08-10-2017, 09:37 PM

I have this one and it works without any problems: https://www.amazon.com/AUKEY-Charger...ey+car+charger

BMW DIY Guy · 08-14-2017, 12:47 PM

Or go this route and install a Qi wireless charger under your arm rest.

Orion4 · 08-18-2017, 09:42 AM

I use the Aukey CC-S1 in my F30 and it sits almost flush in the lighter receptacle and does allow the complete closing of the cover when nothing plugged in. IT is a dual USB port 5V 2.4A each.

https://www.aukey.com/products/4-8a-...-charger-cc-s1

bad karma · 08-18-2017, 10:39 AM

Another vote for the Aukey. Have the 2x2.4A one that has been listed here multiple times and it works flawlessly and sits flush. Best $15 I ever spent on a stupid car charger.

lemonchicken · 08-19-2017, 06:27 AM

Anybody make a low profile USB cable? With the low profile charger, the right cable would allow the bin to close completely. Maybe a right angle cable??

Orion4 · 08-19-2017, 04:50 PM

Haven't seen any low profile right angle USB cables. You really have no additional clearance with any type of USB cable. The Aukey just barely clears closing the cover.

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WallySlash Private First Class 96 Rep 153 Posts Drives: 2014 428xi Sport Line Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Keller, TX iTrader: (0) Garage List 2014 BMW 428xi [9.00]	https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Works. Has a blue glow at night that you can see when the cover is flipped down. Edit--Are you asking if you can plug in and close? Last edited by WallySlash; 08-06-2017 at 08:44 PM.. Reason: Update
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WallySlash Private First Class 96 Rep 153 Posts Drives: 2014 428xi Sport Line Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Keller, TX iTrader: (0) Garage List 2014 BMW 428xi [9.00]	https://www.amazon.com/nonda-Certifi...ightning+cable Maybe this would work?
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CleanKM SQUEAKY 104 Rep 322 Posts Drives: 2014 328d Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Washington, DC Metro Area iTrader: (0)	I have this one and it works without any problems: https://www.amazon.com/AUKEY-Charger...ey+car+charger
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BMW DIY Guy Brigadier General 3073 Rep 3,022 Posts Drives: 2019 M2 Competition Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Maple Valley WA iTrader: (1) Garage List 2024 BMW M2 [9.80] 2017 BMW X1 [10.00] 2001 BMW X5 [10.00]	Or go this route and install a Qi wireless charger under your arm rest.
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Orion4 Lieutenant Colonel 481 Rep 1,572 Posts Drives: 2013 335i Sport Line Sedan Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Melbourne, FL iTrader: (0)	I use the Aukey CC-S1 in my F30 and it sits almost flush in the lighter receptacle and does allow the complete closing of the cover when nothing plugged in. IT is a dual USB port 5V 2.4A each. https://www.aukey.com/products/4-8a-...-charger-cc-s1
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bad karma Captain 445 Rep 752 Posts Drives: 2015 328i F31 M-Sport Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Portland, OR iTrader: (0)	Another vote for the Aukey. Have the 2x2.4A one that has been listed here multiple times and it works flawlessly and sits flush. Best $15 I ever spent on a stupid car charger. __________________
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lemonchicken Lieutenant 251 Rep 439 Posts Drives: 2013 328i blue Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: los angeles iTrader: (0)	Anybody make a low profile USB cable? With the low profile charger, the right cable would allow the bin to close completely. Maybe a right angle cable??
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Orion4 Lieutenant Colonel 481 Rep 1,572 Posts Drives: 2013 335i Sport Line Sedan Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Melbourne, FL iTrader: (0)	Haven't seen any low profile right angle USB cables. You really have no additional clearance with any type of USB cable. The Aukey just barely clears closing the cover.
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