IPhone 3GS car charger problems

Hello. Up until a couple days ago, I could easily charge my iPhone 3gs in my car using an apple cord and a charger with a USB port. But suddenly, it no longer works. When I plug the charger into the phone, I get a tone and the battery indicator on the phone screen shows it's charging. Within a minute, I get a warning screen that says something to the effect of "This device does not support charging." I've tried two different cords and the same thing happens. But when I plug my iPod into either cord, it charges just fine. Here's the kicker: If I plug my iPhone via the cord into my desktop or an electrical outlet using the adapter, it charges fine. What the heck is going on? Is this an indication of a dying battery?

Clean the dock connector and the iPhone end of the cable with a clean, dry toothbrush, or wooden toothpick. Use a magnifying glass to make sure you got all of the pocket lint.
For the charger, try a different one. They are cheap enough.

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Thanks for the question, and welcome to Apple Support Communities.
It sounds like the iPhone is experiencing issues upon startup, and may not be loading the firmware or operating system correctly. If you have not already done so, try resetting the iPhone while connected to power:
iPhone, iPad, iPod touch: Turning off and on (restarting) and resetting
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1430
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http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1808
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Is there a faster way I can get the wall charger replaced?
Should I try going to the Apple Store with the warranty from Orange.
Thank you for your answers.
Please excuse my English.
CONDOLENCES APPLE. for your painfull loss.

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