Mavic destroying phones?

[ThisIsCusel]

I clamp the top 1/3 of my phone with the bottom of the clamps. This leaves a space between phone and remote, and my micro usb on the phone is completely exposed. I use a 1 ft Anker usb cable from the bottom port on remote.

If you haven't tried Anker cables, do yourself a favor. It practically locks in.

 

[tmoerel]

The problem is that micro-usb is just a very weak plug. They went too far in reducing size and designed a weak monster.
USB-C might be the better option in the future (some phones already use this) as it is a better and stronger design.
Apple's lightning connector is also a lot stronger as it is a much simpler design.

If you want to avoid problems with connectors try to avoid devices using micro-usb!!

 

[Michael Ainsworth]

Just recently traded my iPad for a new one as the micro port was loose and unable to get a charge in.
Agree it's a weak point, probably best to leave cable in all time and unplug from USB port.

 

[deansta]

I tried using the usb port on the remote and pluging to my iphone, and no connection. Is there something to change or turn on for this to work?
Using the plug from the micro plug is giving me the s@)ts.

 

[Kilrah]

The plastic slider is what puts strain on the port. Just remove it.

 

[Michael Ainsworth]

I tried using the usb port on the remote and pluging to my iphone, and no connection. Is there something to change or turn on for this to work?
Using the plug from the micro plug is giving me the s@)ts.

Make sure the side cable is completely detached from the controller otherwise the a USB port will not work.

 

[deansta]

Yep tried this and now it works. Do you charge to the usb as well ?

 

[ed1nh0]

Picked these two up from ebay for about $10 and u use the bottom usb on controller.
It swivels and bends

Why the need for swivel parts? Can it withdraw daily basis use?
I purchased a 20cm curved cable and had no issues. And I don't need to mess with that plastic clip anymore.

 

[deansta]

Why the need for swivel parts? Can it withdraw daily basis use?
I purchased a 20cm curved cable and had no issues. And I don't need to mess with that plastic clip anymore.

Can you tell me where you got your cable from?

 

[ed1nh0]

Can you tell me where you got your cable from?

Sure! I got this one.

Amazon.com: ETopLike Lightning Cable to USB - iPhone Charge Cord + Ring Opener + Key Chain (20cm) (Black): Computers & Accessories

Well, not this but 100% similar here in Brazil.

 

[RickyTerzis]

Hi...i am a new user here. In my case i had numerous phones where the port got lose from daily charging. Best would be to get a right angle cable and seat it as solid as you can. But again the design of the port itself sucks because there is VERY little anchoring it to the motherboard.

printed circuit assembly

 

[Stunnajd112]

Bold statement. I'd suggest purchasing an Apple IPad mini 4 or an iPhone 7+. Not one problem when these devices link up.