my gf bought this for me but just as mentioned earlier but other reviews there is no passthrough charging going on. please assist.
629579
If the pass-through charge isn't happening, contact Lenmar. The product is probably defective.
629580
Maybe you've got a defective one. I think you can return that? my only question is " how come the one I've got, the paint are fading and cracking"?... I hope the Lenmar & Amazon can fixed these!... thanks...
629581
When using the microUSB if the lenmar, the data won't pass through it, so when you want to sync your device with iTunes, you'll have to remove it from the case and fall back to a Lightning cable.
629582
If the pass-through charging doesn't work, make sure you hold the button on the back of the case and turn it on BEFORE you plug the micro-usb cable in. The iPhone 4s version automatically did the pass-through, as it did not have a switch and always charged. I was missing this key step, too and now all is working well!
629583
On mine it charges the phone first then the case. The light is blue when charging the case then green when done.
629584
Sorry you are having problems. When my iPhone is in the case and I charge the set until the light on the back turns blue both case and phone are charged 100%.
629585
I have had similiar issues trying to recharge after complete battery drain. I have plugged in the cable directly to the wall outlet and it doesnt seem to charge, although the indicator light does turn on. The iphone will also show a charging bolt indicator next to the battery icon which indicates charging, but on ocassion this icon does not show. I usually leave it plugged in for a few minutes then unplug it and when the phone beeps i plug it back in and the charging indicator turns on. This works for me. Hope this is helpful.
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Ok, I have had two of these (red and black) for 1 year iPhone 5... and like them so much that I cant think of using another brand. First, the only time you need to take tha case off is when you need to back up the phone by Lightning cable. Secondly, If you do your backups wirelessly you never have to take the case off. Thirdly, to charge the iPhone and case connect a micro usb cable to the case and the other end (regular usb 2) to at least a 10 watt wall plug. On the back of the case a red led will start flashing, then blue led will flash, then green led flash to steady green led (charging complete) When the charging starts, it will fill the iPhone battery first, then the case. From dead batteries it could take up to 4 hours. You can disconnect the cable any time during the charging cycle to use, and reconnect at a later time to continue. To only use your phone battery, push the button on the back till you see the indicator on the phone show battery in the phone only. If you want to use both batteries at the same time (passthrough charging) push and hold the button on the back of the case till you hear "chimes" and see the green battery logo on the phone. I fill (charge) both batteries, then turn off the case battery. When the iPhone gets down to about 20%... turn on the case battery (hold down the button on back of case) till till the phone reads 100%... about 15 minutes... then turn the case battery off till needed again. You can do this at least 3 cycles (for me 3 to 5 days). I carry a second charged case when I am on the road and "never" run out of juice. I hope this helps you and others ;-{)
184140
Must be defective in some way. I would send it back. I haven't had any problems charging mine. It charges fully and I am able to use it without it being plugged in for at least a few hours.
1382934
Maybe you need to keep it connected until it is fully charged then remove the cable. give it a try .. if that is still not working then it is a problem.
470663
I'm having the same issue,I just received mine today and strait out of the box red light wont come when connected to charging port.
2209122
Hi! Put it in the charger and when it is full the try it again. If it still was going on and of you better return the item.
99616
I have the exact same problem. I contacted the vendor about it but I have not recieved a reply. When the battery is 100% full it runs fine but when charging, it's almost unusable.
2136716
I am also having the same problem, The battery I bought is also not charging.
1626779
There should be a reset button on the back of the controller. Push that so you can Re-sync it with the PS3 and then see if it will charge from other sources.
1012524
We purchased this for my mother in law so it is in her possession. As of now, she has not mentioned anything regarding this issue. I've been at her house when she is charging and I didn't see any problem with it. It may be your cord.
917596
I had trouble with mine not charging as well. Contact the seller and exchange it.
1466290
Plug it in and charge it. The charge just disappears with no use. After it charges for a time the front screen will come up and tell you the charging %. It will take a day to fully recharge.
811444
I have not been able to find a case either. I've been using my normal back during the day and putting it in the case and then switching to the charging back at home. Although this is a bit of a pain, It's my only option right now.
1193132
I have the same issue. Not sure what is going on. Tried full charge with no load. Only time I would have 100 percent is when the charger is hooked up.
1294037
I cannot say what is wrong with yours...but I just tested mine. The extra battery charged fine in the cradle portion of the device. I then attached a USB charging cable from the USB port to my phone and it also showed a charging current. So mine does appear to be working properly. Try a different cable from the USB port, and if it is not providing any power "out", then I suspect your item may be defective.
2039620
Did you stick the charger to it? They're magnetic, so i think they have to be in contact while charging. If you did, then you just might have a defective product.
345288
Yes, you can do pass-through charging with this unit. That means while it's internal battery is being charged, you can still use its USB port to recharge another device. This comes in handy especially when used in the car. Even when the car's 12V battery is cut off, this unit will continue to charge your phone through its internal battery.
2057619
Oh sorry I have not charged it yet I bought it recently and it is still charged :)