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I know these cost more than the ones online, but are they any better?
Monster 1.5Ft High Speed Micro USB Cable
http://www.frys.com/product/6047058?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
mynewepic10 said:
I know these cost more than the ones online, but are they any better?
Monster 1.5Ft High Speed Micro USB Cable
http://www.frys.com/product/6047058?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
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They are better if you don't like having money.
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They are better if you don't like having money.
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Lol
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The only great thing about monster is the profit margin they make stores. God I used to love convincing people how they "needed" a monster cable to get things to work the way they should. Of course this was when I made commision way back when I sold them lol.
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Dulanic said:
The only great thing about monster is the profit margin they make stores. God I used to love convincing people how they "needed" a monster cable to get things to work the way they should. Of course this was when I made commision way back when I sold them lol.
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Yeah, this. Monster is - ahem - bull****.
http://www.monoprice.com
What about this one. Seems to not be much more than if you ordered from monoprice
http://www.frys.com/product/5800573?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
mynewepic10 said:
What about this one. Seems to not be much more than if you ordered from monoprice
http://www.frys.com/product/5800573?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
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Just order from monoprice and get the amazing gold plated microUSB cable for like a dollar.
LOL, Monster Cables.
Better one though is the Denon ethernet cable that costs $500: http://usa.denon.com/us/Product/Pag...roductId=f7d26b3a-05a6-4724-a5c1-2a63642a6206
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Just order from monoprice and get the amazing gold plated microUSB cable for like a dollar.
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This one?
http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10303&cs_id=1030307&p_id=5457&seq=1&format=2
Lol, I ordered those and a 6' one, shipped to my house for $5 even.
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This one?
http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10303&cs_id=1030307&p_id=5457&seq=1&format=2
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Yep. Bought that one for the car and bought 2 6ft ones for indoors. All work flawlessly.
I ordered some generic cables on eBay and they work just fine. I do like the way that the micro usb side of the cable that came with the phone is angled, making it easier to plug in in the dark.
I've looked online and found the Samsung replacement part but it appears they are only 2' 9" long (which is a LOT shorter than the cable that came with the phone).
Here's one of the sites where I found this:
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=38609&cat=888
Has anyone seen a longer (and possibly cheaper) cable like this?
Thanks!
Scott
scott47 said:
I ordered some generic cables on eBay and they work just fine. I do like the way that the micro usb side of the cable that came with the phone is angled, making it easier to plug in in the dark.
I've looked online and found the Samsung replacement part but it appears they are only 2' 9" long (which is a LOT shorter than the cable that came with the phone).
Here's one of the sites where I found this:
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=38609&cat=888
Has anyone seen a longer (and possibly cheaper) cable like this?
Thanks!
Scott
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Just buy the monoprice cable and score the right side of the microusb end with a knife or something so you can easily insert it in the dark.
Anyone seen one that is at a right angle that goes in the phone instead up straight up?
So when plugged in, in the car and mounted it doesn't go up like 2 inches before it turns back down.
**nevermind found one on ebay (searched usb cable micro angled)
I bought a 2 pack of retractable cables on ebay for portable charging. To my surprise they work to transfer data, too. It's interesting because the last retractable phone cable I bought could only be used to charge (samsung instinct)
Bought mine from NewEgg and an expensive one is about $15. I choose some that were $4 a piece. Works great
Just placed my order for 2 6ft ones. One to have at work and one at home.
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Anyone seen one that is at a right angle that goes in the phone instead up straight up?
So when plugged in, in the car and mounted it doesn't go up like 2 inches before it turns back down.
**nevermind found one on ebay (searched usb cable micro angled)
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do not get right angle! I made that mistake, it covers the 3.5 mm audio.
get an "Up angle" for a while usbfirewire.com was the only vendor and was $16 to $20 shipped depending on length, but they recently started showing up on ebay for $7 shipped.
I got an up angle from this vendor and it came fairly fast for hong kong (abut 7 days) and was a very good gauge and quality:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Usb-male-AM-up-angle-90-degree-micro-B-cable-/390255590008
$7 shipped
Can anyone recommend a *thin and flexible* USB charging cable? I bought these from Amazon and although they work fine, they are too stiff and thick and I am worried that they will damage my port with prolonged use since I have to bend the cable before the phone lies flat on the table while charging. There are many other options out there but it is hard to judge by the picture how thin and flexible the cable is. I am looking for something as thin and flexible as the OEM cable. Thanks
Got mine in the mail the other day. Took about 3 days or so to get. Very quick shipping. The usb part that plugs into the phone is pretty snug.
Got three of these micros usb cables at the "Dollar Tree" for a buck a piece.
They are actually thicker and seem to be better quality than the uber lame cable samsung provides, but perhaps not as sturdy as those blackberry cables everyone loves. They make a good enough connection for ODIN to work, also lets me access the SD Card in windows just fine.
If you happen to have a dollar tree where you live, you no longer have an excuse to not pick up a few extra cables for charging, laptop bag, backpack, etc.
Plus when your samsung cable stops being picked up by ODIN you won't need to come crying to XDA anymore.
They also had mini usb, full size usb printer/scanner cables (A to B I think?) and etc. all for $1. Even picked up a USB car charger for my wife's car. I doubt it will last more than a few months, but compared to wal-mart price I can buy 14 of these chargers vs 1 wal-mart charger.
Pretty awesome, I looked for some last time I was at one (weeks before this post and before I even had this phone) and didn't see any other than ipod crap. I'll keep my eyes out.
Usually Meritline or Monoprice is my buddy for cheap quality cables and ebay (china) for little chargers and stuff.
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Pretty awesome, I looked for some last time I was at one (weeks before this post and before I even had this phone) and didn't see any other than ipod crap. I'll keep my eyes out.
Usually Meritline or Monoprice is my buddy for cheap quality cables and ebay (china) for little chargers and stuff.
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Great find! Got mine today and a 2 USB port cigarette lighter adapter - car charger for $2.16 for the win.
I went to my dollar tree and they didn't have any micro usb cables. Bummed but they did have a firewire cable that I don't need for anything.
Awesome Find!!!!
Will look into this!
I purchased a BB cable off amazon for about $1.19 including shipping. Took like 4 days to get here but man, these BB cables sure are something. I'll try n place a link up once I get back on my computer @ home
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I purchased a BB cable off amazon for about $1.19 including shipping. Took like 4 days to get here but man, these BB cables sure are something. I'll try n place a link up once I get back on my computer @ home
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Cool can't wait for link!
Those cables look like they're one hell of a deal for a buck! They do look a little cheaper made than a blackberry cable, I still have mine from my tour , but for the price? Worth all 100 pennies.
They do not last. I've been buying these for a while. Usually only last a month, 10-15 uses.
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Meritline has 5ft cables for $1.50 each when you buy two. Idk how long they'll stay this price
http://www.meritline.com/usb-a-to-micro-usb-male-male-cable---p-40558.aspx
Good stuff, glad to see some other cheap options in here. For what they are, these cables should be a buck or two after all. Stores charging $9.99 or more are just out of their minds.
Anyway, I hope mine last longer than a month, if I have any crap out I'll be sure to update the OP.
I went back to grab a cable for my dad last week and they were all sold out, so I think I'll grab a couple of those blackberry cables posted in another thread.
Excuse my tardiness guys, 12 hour shifts at work tend to throw me off a bit much. Here's a link to the BlackBerry micro USB cables i was talking about. The $1.19 ones are gone, but the this one is only $0.14 more @ $1.33 (with shipping) which is still a deal.
http://www.amazon.com/BlackBerry-Ca...2F16HI5S35R6P&s=generic&qid=1309638799&sr=1-2
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Excuse my tardiness guys, 12 hour shifts at work tend to throw me off a bit much. Here's a link to the BlackBerry micro USB cables i was talking about. The $1.19 ones are gone, but the this one is only $0.14 more @ $1.33 (with shipping) which is still a deal.
http://www.amazon.com/BlackBerry-Ca...2F16HI5S35R6P&s=generic&qid=1309638799&sr=1-2
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Cool, I'll have to remember that. Especially now that I have Amazon Prime for a year (aka 2 day shipping for anything)
Meritline has 3.3ft cables for $1.79 for 1 and $1.20 each for two: http://www.meritline.com/3-3-feet-u...-phone-on-pc-and-transfer-data---p-56587.aspx
Of course they aren't the quickest shippers but if you just need extra cables and don't need them right away, they're perfect.
i prefer 6ft cables
i spend extra on startech 90° cables
worth every penny
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i prefer 6ft cables
i spend extra on startech 90° cables
worth every penny
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6ft might be good for a home, bedside, or computer cable but for a mobile/travel cable 6ft would be cumbersome
i use a 6ft in my car as well
my passengers thank me every time
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i use a 6ft in my car as well
my passengers thank me every time
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What are you playing poke poke pass with your phone in the car
is that a modern version of spin the bottle?
and in the car?
oh hell i gotta try this
i'll be honest and say its an evo carrying passenger that usually needs a charge
haha
Oh those silly EVOs
Check out the $1. 33 bb cables thread in the epic accessories forms!
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i have replaced the connector but it got ruined again, i'm not sure if the solder is the reason or maybe the cheap connector from ebay.
if someone can recommend a good ebay item of usb connector that i should buy, please share
Maplins or Radio shack would be best
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PaulN543 said:
Maplins or Radio shack would be best
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i cant find nothing there...
i don't think they selling stuff like this
orenzah said:
i cant find nothing there...
i don't think they selling stuff like this
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They should do, I've ought one in there before. I can't find a link on their site, but they should sell them. If you can't find them, I have an Ebay link which looks like they're nice and strong, aslong as you have a strong solder connection.
Ebay link
PaulN543 said:
They should do, I've ought one in there before. I can't find a link on their site, but they should sell them. If you can't find them, I have an Ebay link which looks like they're nice and strong, aslong as you have a strong solder connection.
Ebay link
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I've already replaced the last connector, and I think it will be the last time, because the solder paths got ruined and I think if I will try again to replace I will have galaxy without the option to charge and I don't talk about the data transfer options.
P.S.
the connector link is not for i9000....
have a look at this thread
the ebay micro usb-b socket should fit, but soldering will not be easy
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hey guys, thank for the help
the post is kind of old.
but from november untill today my usb socket working perfect we have solder it, some of my pads was torn away from the pcb, and we had to use a wisecrack to fix it and solder it.
from then it's working perfectly!
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hey guys, thank for the help
the post is kind of old.
But from november untill today my usb socket working perfect we have solder it, some of my pads was torn away from the pcb, and we had to use a wisecrack to fix it and solder it.
From then it's working perfectly!
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שלח לי הודעה פרטית אחי זה דחוף, אני צריך שתעזור לי לתקן את החיבר של ה usb
נהרס לי ואני רוצה להזמין מאיביי , ניסיתי לשלוח לך פרטית ולא הצלחתי .
תודה
Hi, I hope you're doing well.
I'd like to purchase an additional high quality micro USB cables. Any thoughts on where I can get one?
I know eBay merchants have generic micro USB cables, but their quality may be lacking. Also, the Nexus 4 micro USB cable has 4 pins instead of 5 pins. Also, some generic low quality cables will charge slower.
Thanks!
Vic
Amazon is where I get most of my cables.
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Amazon is where I get most of my cables.
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Thanks for replying.
Is there a specific item or merchant that you'd recommend?
Will any of these cables work for the LG Nexus 4 for in-car USB charging?
1) http://www.amazon.com/LG-Micro-Data-Cable-Phones/dp/B003VQS47Q/;
2) http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Replacement-Charging-SPH-M330-Packaging/dp/B001XXUOQI/; and
3) http://www.amazon.com/SKQUE-DROID-Incredible-DataSync-Retractable/dp/B004AUSD50
Thank you.
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Thanks for replying.
Is there a specific item or merchant that you'd recommend?
Will any of these cables work for the LG Nexus 4 for in-car USB charging?
1) http://www.amazon.com/LG-Micro-Data-Cable-Phones/dp/B003VQS47Q/;
2) http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Replacement-Charging-SPH-M330-Packaging/dp/B001XXUOQI/; and
3) http://www.amazon.com/SKQUE-DROID-Incredible-DataSync-Retractable/dp/B004AUSD50
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Numbers one and two would be fine but I would use caution if you have a case on your phone. The LG cable has a large plug and there may be clearance issues. I would not get the third one because I don't trust those retracting mechanisms. They look like they would break easily. Number 2 would be my choice.
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Numbers one and two would be fine but I would use caution if you have a case on your phone. The LG cable has a large plug and there may be clearance issues. I would not get the third one because I don't trust those retracting mechanisms. They look like they would break easily. Number 2 would be my choice.
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This is exactly what I wanted to know. I'm about to purchase a Ballistic Shell Gel case, so I'll pass on the LG cable.
Thank you very, very much!
Vic
Check out Monoprice as well.
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Of the three links you put, I wouldn't touch the third one with a 10ft pole. These are very common low quality cables mass produced, re-badged, and sold across the world. If you go to a Pound Store in England, these are the kind of cables you will see... without the logo. You can buy super-low quality cables anywhere, but you aren't guaranteed of their longevity, or quality... or even functionality. I bought a cheap cable from a Pound Store once because I needed one right away to charge my phone and it did just that. However, one day I figured I'd do some dev work and that cable was sitting on the side. I plugged in and nothing happened... strange... I plugged in a different device... again nothing. I tried a different cable and it worked fine. I chopped the cheap cable in half (only in the interests of science ) and it turns out the data cable, part of the USB standard plug, was totally missing. Only power and ground, (and maybe one of two data cables, i dont remember) was present.
I currently use an Akasa cable. Like most Akasa products, they are very durable. It never seems to wear out. Mine is thrown in my bag, used all over the place, pulled, plugged in, its heavily worn but it still works. It's not fashionable like the ones you put above, but it's very reliable.
Best of all, you can't beat the price at less than £3.
http://www.scan.co.uk/products/1m-a...)-to-micro-b-(male)-ideal-for-mobiles-cameras
You really don't need to spend much to get a good quality USB cable, but if you do buy cheap, you will no doubt be buying again very soon.
Jaxidian said:
Check out Monoprice as well.
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I got a couple of micro USB cables from monoprice and I can vouch they are very very high quality and you can get them in different lengths
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I got a couple of micro USB cables from monoprice and I can vouch they are very very high quality and you can get them in different lengths
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Thanks for replying. I did a search on Monoprice and many, many results turned up. Do you have a recommendation for a ~3-foot USB to micro USB cable for the Nexus 4 (4 pins, I believe)? Thanks!
Vic
VicVicVicx said:
Thanks for replying. I did a search on Monoprice and many, many results turned up. Do you have a recommendation for a ~3-foot USB to micro USB cable for the Nexus 4 (4 pins, I believe)? Thanks!
Vic
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No problem buddy!
I currently use this http://www.monoprice.com/mobile/Pro...Id=103&categoryId=10303&subCategoryId=1030307 on my nexus 7 and galaxy S3. My nexus 4 hasn't arrived yet :banghead:
Here is a 3ft version of the same cable
http://www.monoprice.com/mobile/Pro...Id=103&categoryId=10303&subCategoryId=1030307
Best of luck :thumbup:
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mariotme said:
No problem buddy!
I currently use this http://www.monoprice.com/mobile/Pro...Id=103&categoryId=10303&subCategoryId=1030307 on my nexus 7 and galaxy S3. My nexus 4 hasn't arrived yet :banghead:
Here is a 3ft version of the same cable
http://www.monoprice.com/mobile/Pro...Id=103&categoryId=10303&subCategoryId=1030307
Best of luck :thumbup:
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I'll be placing an order for one later today! I shouldn't have purchased the one from Amazon yesterday.
I've seen magnetic connectors for microUSB but I've yet to see anything legitimate yet for USB-C. Anyone seen anything?
It's my opinion that magnetic connectors make more sense then wireless charging because you can charge in bed etc without your device having to be docked to charge. And with magnetic connectors there is also no wear on the charge port.
NCguy said:
I've seen magnetic connectors for microUSB but I've yet to see anything legitimate yet for USB-C. Anyone seen anything?
It's my opinion that magnetic connectors make more sense then wireless charging because you can charge in bed etc without your device having to be docked to charge. And with magnetic connectors there is also no wear on the charge port.
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ZNAPS if they ever ship the Type-C ones to backers.
Here's one (http://www.amazon.com/Universal-Det...197336&sr=1-1-catcorr&keywords=Magnetic+usb+c) but it dont do data.
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ZNAPS if they ever ship the Type-C ones to backers.
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I couldn't tell if the cable adapter went over a USBC or a microUSB cable? But it looks like 2.4 amps max?
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Here's one (http://www.amazon.com/Universal-Det...197336&sr=1-1-catcorr&keywords=Magnetic+usb+c) but it dont do data.
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I wasn't aware aware of this one. Thanks. I think the 2amp restriction is actually worse than no data. Probably worth waiting for a true USBC.
And that plug is round which defeats the purpose of leaving it in. The others are all flat and oval like. So you could leave it in all day
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ZNAPS if they ever ship the Type-C ones to backers.
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Did they ever agree the type c ones?.
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Did they ever agree the type c ones?.
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The company hasn't shipped anything yet. I'm beginning to wonder if they ever will.
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Did they ever agree the type c ones?.
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Yes they did as far as I know, but no one gas really gotten anything st this point including the microusb ones.
I guess it brings the safety and convenience back to newer MacBooks and other laptops with USB-C type connectors.
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The company hasn't shipped anything yet. I'm beginning to wonder if they ever will.
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I was SO close to backing them as well...
I'm confident they'll ship, they've been very good about staying in touch with us all throughout the process. I think they were getting pretty close to the final samples when they had that problem with the pogo pins because the company that was selling on mischaracterized the longevity of them.
The new ones look like they should be plenty good enough. Really looking forward to getting the micro USB ones for my xbox controllers and the USBC ones for my 6 P.
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I'm confident they'll ship, they've been very good about staying in touch with us all throughout the process. I think they were getting pretty close to the final samples when they had that problem with the pogo pins because the company that was selling on mischaracterized the longevity of them.
The new ones look like they should be plenty good enough. Really looking forward to getting the micro USB ones for my xbox controllers and the USBC ones for my 6 P.
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I bought both the microusb and Type-C ones, but I no longer have a microusb device becasue they were supposed to be released last year, now we might be lucky to get anything in Q1 2016.
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I bought both the microusb and Type-C ones, but I no longer have a microusb device becasue they were supposed to be released last year, now we might be lucky to get anything in Q1 2016.
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I'll take your MicroUSB ones if you want to sell them off when they show up, I've got other items I can use them for. Xbox One controllers, backup batteries, other stuff.
RED ZMAN said:
I'll take your MicroUSB ones if you want to sell them off when they show up, I've got other items I can use them for. Xbox One controllers, backup batteries, other stuff.
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I will let you know if/when they ship You know me, I'm a skeptic
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I'll take your MicroUSB ones if you want to sell them off when they show up, I've got other items I can use them for. Xbox One controllers, backup batteries, other stuff.
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I've got some coming I no longer need now as well. I emailed them about a swap weeks ago for USB-C but got absolutely no response. I'm not very impressed.
sorry to bring back an old thread but figured better this than starting a new one.
are there any option in this regard yet? i'd love the option for a magnetic connector. thanks!
byproxy said:
sorry to bring back an old thread but figured better this than starting a new one.
are there any option in this regard yet? i'd love the option for a magnetic connector. thanks!
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This might be a good alternative:
ZAPTIP: World's First Magnetic USB-C Super Charger
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/zaptip-world-s-first-magnetic-usb-c-super-charger-phone#/
-slimshotty
Zaptip looks dead, but this one has actually started shipping their previous (lightning or microusb) project, and has a new project with usb c:
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/x-connect-world-s-1st-cross-device-magnetic-cable-apple-iphone#/
Bought this: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/391594582...49&var=660714785240&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT Any good?