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Well that's what I get for not reading up on the Touchstone first!

Discussion in 'Palm Pre Accessories' started by Shaun0207, Dec 2, 2009.

  1. Shaun0207 Member

    Tochstone Hacks?????

    I bought the dual touchstone kit from the EverythingPre store for $109. So I have two touchstones, the cover and a extra cord with adapters. Great price.

    Well, I wanted to Touchstones so I could have one at work and one at home. But what I didnt know until this morning is that that Touchstone can charger via USB from my computer. THAT F'ing BLOWS PALM!

    They need to give and update or something that will allow USB charging via Touchstone.

    Did anyone else know this?

    http://kb.palm.com/wps/portal/kb/na...gkit/unlocked/solutions/article/47863_en.html

    1. Check the charging dock connections:
      1. Make sure the USB cable is firmly connected to the AC adapter. The charging dock does not work when it is connected to a computer.
      2. Make sure the AC adapter is connected to a power outlet.
      3. If the power outlet is connected to a light switch or power strip, make sure the power is on. [IMG]
      4. Make sure the USB cable is fully seated in the charging dock:
        • The slanted side of the charging dock and the silver dot on the cable should be facing up.
        • You should see no more than 2mm (1/16”) of black between the silver dot on the USB cable connector and the charging dock.
        • You may need to rock the connector on the USB cable gently to fully insert it.
    Shaun0207, Dec 2, 2009
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  2. Shaun0207 Member

    Hacks?

    Anyone know a way to stop the the Touchstone from Charging the Pre when the battery is full?

    Dont want to burn my battery out from overcharging
    Shaun0207, Dec 3, 2009
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  3. max.swell New Member

    yeah, i don't think that will change. There is just not enough electricilty to power the Touchstone via USB.
    max.swell, Dec 4, 2009
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  4. fr4nk1yn New Member

    The phone should automatically stop charging as all devices, good ones at least, do.

    Now the only way the TS can know that it's connected to a computer is by the data pins. Find a way to "cut" them and I'd be surprised if it didn't then charge.
    fr4nk1yn, Dec 4, 2009
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  5. fr4nk1yn New Member

    But. Max.swell makes a good point. The USB might be limited to 500mAH.
    fr4nk1yn, Dec 4, 2009
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  6. howthorn New Member

    Can it be powered by a USB car lighter plug?
    howthorn, May 20, 2010
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  7. Shaun0207 Member


    Havent tried it
    Shaun0207, May 20, 2010
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  8. nerelda New Member

    If you're talking about the car charger, then yes. I have one hooked up to my car charger and use it daily. :)
    nerelda, May 20, 2010
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  9. howthorn New Member

    A Touchstone?
    howthorn, May 20, 2010
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  10. nerelda New Member

    yep! Touchstone connected in my car with the car charger.
    nerelda, May 20, 2010
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  11. PapaNoHair New Member

    Just shows the importance of studying before buying
    PapaNoHair, May 20, 2010
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  12. howthorn New Member

    Cool!!! Thanks for the tip.
    howthorn, May 20, 2010
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  13. nerelda New Member

    no problem! Make sure you have a good car charger too. Some of the third party ones don't give enough power.
    nerelda, May 24, 2010
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