Pntblnk

Relatively simple question but I haven't found the "right solution" for me yet. How do you charge your phones while driving?

I've read the various threads raising the issue but not many solutions. The console USB ports are an option but I have read that the two way console top chews through cables. The lighter plug seems like the best option but this requires the ashtray to remain open eliminating the option of using the cup holders to actually hold a cup. The fact that It angles up when open and folds flat when closed also complicates this methods with most integrated charging units.

I did find a low profile Griffin USB lighter plug that has two USB slots that I can plug into the top slot and still close the ashtray door with the cord hanging out one side.

https://www.amazon.com/Griffin-Power...B+lighter+plug

This is my best option so far but wondering what others are doing.

platt-deutsch

I use a 120 volt fast charger for my S7. I just plug it into the 120 volt outlet on rear side of center console. Works great and will charge even as I am using my tune in app. to litsten to polka music.

Mitch Alsup

I use a USB to micro-USB connector in the center console.

Nice Ride

I use this for my IPhone in the Center Console.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FY9JZFC...66JCGMR0&psc=1

platt-deutsch

The USB connectors in the center console dont have enough voltage to do a fast charge on my Samsung S7 and that is why I use the 120 volt outlet with the fast charger.

dpm7471

Platt,

Where do you get these fast chargers?

dpm7471

BTW, what a great subject to post. I have been frustrated with this as well. I have a radar detector that I have to plug in the rear passenger area, because if I plug it into the front center, I can't use my cupholders. This was a design overlook I believe. Most of these german cars will have an accessory outlet in the foot wells on the passenger side, but our cars do not....mmm, maybe on the next one?

Steinhart

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

platt-deutsch

My fast charger came with my Samsung S7

3.14159

..."I have read that the two way console top chews through cables."
In the front top corners of the center console, on each side, there are indentions. If you run the cable through one of these indentions, the closed console's top will not press against the cable.

RJC

I run mine this way...works great

e55phil

This works great thanks

metanalyst

So glad to see this thread. If there is one thing I HATE out of my 2015 S550 is the stupid location of the cigarette lighter. I have a radar detector and can't put it in without loosing ability to use the drink holders. Of course, the drink holders are CRAP as well because they don't hold even a mid-size coke cup, too wobbly on turns. I am not sure why the designers don't think of the usability of the vehicle more often!...I will try the indentation in center console...still a STUPID location for the cigarette lighter...I don't smoke and want to use it as a charging port...

metanalyst

Can someone please post the picture of center console with the 'Indentations'? I have Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and I can't get the console cover to close without chewing the wire after I connect the charger wire into the USB port. Thanks

RockSalt

Yeah, I would appreciate a picture as well. Looked at mine quickly and didn't see anything either.