I figure a bunch of you are purchasing extra cables and such so I thought I'd share. I've had REALLY good luck with Monoprice.com and their warranties, and the prices usually can't be beat.
Free shipping on orders over $50, and 10% off code for october using code...
OCTOBER
Yeah.
LOL
Here's the link to their USB C page.
http://www.monoprice.com/pages/usb_31_type_c
I'm expecting more items there shortly.
Sooooo expansive shop ! You can find USB 3.1 type-C for less on Amazon...
Expansive? You mean it isn't big? I agree, but it'll probably get bigger soon. Cheaper? Yeah, you can, but some of us are monoprice supporters and enjoy their warranties and quality cables.
Anyone else notice that they look exactly like the google cables?
I haven't been able to get to the monoprice site for several days. Anyone else experiencing this?
Monoprice is among the cheapest and best quality for pretty much all other cables, but with usb-c being new(ish) they'll be priced a bit higher probably until they refine their manufacturing process. They usually make what department stores charge look shameful.
i only see a 3 foot length for USB-C to USB-A cable. That is way too short for most uses. If I am right next to a PC or if the AC outlet it directly adjacent to me, 3 feet is fine. They need to start selling a 6 foot length.
DukeofPhone said:
I haven't been able to get to the monoprice site for several days. Anyone else experiencing this?
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Same, I don't have time for a site that won't load in a minute.
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I just bought a 3rd party microUSB cable from ebay for $2. In outer material comparison it is better than my HTC stock cable. I did notice some differences in the microUSB pin though. Can some one please tell me if.this causes any issues in operating ? If you see the last image the female area for the actual connecting pin is slightly smaller than the stick cable's. Though if I gently connect it to my phone it does fit.
So aren't these things supposed to be standardize ? Why is the HTC pin different ?
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Mind posting a link to we're you bought it from.
And how are they performing?
My wife always has issues with cables on her sensation, some end up fitting really loosely and fall out extremely easily. The last one I bought her was $20 and worked great, but is really beat up now, I need to get another one.
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This $2 cable (including shipping) really performs well, I am in India so I got it from ebay.in. Amazingly it had a warranty also. I have used it 2-3 times now and. works quiet well with my HTC travel charger. I plan to get more of these if they come up on daily deals again.
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Actionx1 said:
Mind posting a link to we're you bought it from.
And how are they performing?
My wife always has issues with cables on her sensation, some end up fitting really loosely and fall out extremely easily. The last one I bought her was $20 and worked great, but is really beat up now, I need to get another one.
Type R-blood
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$20?!
Goodness gracious....the US Congress wouldn't even overspend like that. (Slight exageration. They would spent $400 on a USB cable)
Look at Monoprice.com. Enjoy the savings.
Don't hessitate to buy a cable there just because it's $1 instead of $20. The quality is not lacking. Monoprice just sells a cable that costs $0.50 to make for $1 for a 50 cent profit instead of selling a 50 cent cable for $20 to make a $19.50 profit.
I won't even get into the lunacy of $100 Monster Cables.
+1 for monoprice.com
Good lord $20 bucks for a cable? Where can I purchase that haha.
Seriously, always compare prices before buying online.
Skipjacks said:
$20?!
Goodness gracious....the US Congress wouldn't even overspend like that. (Slight exageration. They would spent $400 on a USB cable)
Look at Monoprice.com. Enjoy the savings.
Don't hessitate to buy a cable there just because it's $1 instead of $20. The quality is not lacking. Monoprice just sells a cable that costs $0.50 to make for $1 for a 50 cent profit instead of selling a 50 cent cable for $20 to make a $19.50 profit.
I won't even get into the lunacy of $100 Monster Cables.
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I recommend monoprice to anyone looking to buy cables. Never had a single issue with any of the microUSB or HDMI cables, wall charger, or cig lighter adapter I've bought from them. Between 2 10ft MicroUSB cables, 4 HDMI cables, wall charger, and the cig lighter I've spent about as much as I would have for a single HDMI cable at WalMart, let alone Best Buy...
http://slickdeals.net/f/8235480-usb...te-50-off-starting-at-4-50-shipped?v=1&page=4
Found some deals on the cables -- the three foot ones are still available. Not sure if there's interest on this site, but $4.50 is a pretty good price.
I hope you like them!
thanks for sharing. Picked up a 3 foot black one
are these good?
Thank you!!
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are these good?
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seems that they work well for the 5x and 6p- they work slowly on the macbook and the pixel, though. based on reviews.
I just ordered a cable direct from Google. I ordered 11/11 and just got notice from FedEx that they were delivered today. I just did the free shipping option.
I could have bought cheap ones but why bother testing out cheap cables when the Google ones are $12.99 and I don't have any questions or concerns with them.
radeon962 said:
I just ordered a cable direct from Google. I ordered 11/11 and just got notice from FedEx that they were delivered today. I just did the free shipping option.
I could have bought cheap ones but why bother testing out cheap cables when the Google ones are $12.99 and I don't have any questions or concerns with them.
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Not a bad idea. I just got one of these because of how cheap they are. I can't imagine what could go so horribly wrong with a cable.
shawnpuerto said:
Not a bad idea. I just got one of these because of how cheap they are. I can't imagine what could go so horribly wrong with a cable.
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Dun.. Dun... Dunnnn!!!
The cable itself probably won't be damaged but whatever end you're attaching to with the USB a side, it might damage because it may pull more power than it can handle. Only the USB C side connections are certified to handle up to the 3A charge.
I wouldn't touch this with with a 10-foot pole unless verified by Benson,
or verified by someone else (using Benson's method) with photos to prove.
I wouldn't want the charger burning down my house while I'm fast asleep or out and about.
Howdy!!
I am obsessed with USB chargers that have all of the following qualities:
Reputable vendor (preferably OEM)
Attached cord
High amperage
Long cord (1.5m-2m)
In the past, I did much research and found one adapter that I became obsessed with this thought, and did a lot of research. After buying dozens of chargers, I found this. So I bought about 10x of them, gave as gifts, and placed them everywhere, I even have a spare one still in the package. Now that I have this type-C phone, I need it's successor. I prefer the attached cable because when I move around at night, I don't want the cable to come out. I also don't want someone to steal the cable off of my charger.
This is what I found, but it's looks cheap, and the cord is too short. If I don't find anything better, I'll have to go for it.
as far as attached cables go, I think the one Google sells is your only reputable option
Cellet has been talked about: https://www.amazon.com/Charger-Adap...r=8-3&keywords=USB+Type+C+Wall+Charger+cellet
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as far as attached cables go, I think the one Google sells is your only reputable option
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I didn't realize that this had the attached cord. At $25 + shipping it's a bit steep, but I might go for it. Thank you.
opasha said:
Cellet has been talked about: https://www.amazon.com/Charger-Adap...r=8-3&keywords=USB+Type+C+Wall+Charger+cellet
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This looks great! I've put it on my wishlist but it's currently out of stock. Might have to go with the Google charger.
Any suggestions on reasonably priced USB-C to USB-A 3.0 charging/ data cables..... I am seeing cables anywhere from $5.99 each to $19.99 each and then there are these 56 ohm resister cables..... I am use to getting quality micro usb cables for the note 3 and tablets for $5.99-$6.99 with out any problems, so I am not looking for $19 unless there is really a difference. (And I want like 5 or 10 of them so the cost adds up), one for work, home, the car, etc,etc,etc.... Not spending $100 on charging cables.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B010VFFU1...olid=KF89JCHI0KT4&coliid=I2HOXRDG1ZPS4E&psc=1
Credit to: jisddwqs
Snowleopard1900 said:
Any suggestions on reasonably priced USB-C to USB-A 3.0 charging/ data cables..... I am seeing cables anywhere from $5.99 each to $19.99 each and then there are these 56 ohm resister cables..... I am use to getting quality micro usb cables for the note 3 and tablets for $5.99-$6.99 with out any problems, so I am not looking for $19 unless there is really a difference. (And I want like 5 or 10 of them so the cost adds up), one for work, home, the car, etc,etc,etc.... Not spending $100 on charging cables.
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Monoprice has some good ones.
dantrevino said:
Monoprice has some good ones.
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Thanks everyone. I have used monoprice cables before, I am going to try the other ones this time.
I wanted longer ones, so I got these:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01706YAXY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
They're 5 foot long, $8 each. Needed to go from my desktop computer which is on the floor up to my desk.
Little more than you wanted to spend though.
Those are USB 3.0 you need USB 3.1
Buy the choetech 6 pack or the aukey cables
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B010VFFU1...olid=KF89JCHI0KT4&coliid=I2HOXRDG1ZPS4E&psc=1
Credit to: jisddwqs
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I bought 2 of these last week, seem very nice quality.
Below is the cables i am reviewing
https://www.amazon.com/1-6ft1-3-3ft...qid=1483562829&sr=8-9&keywords=choetech+usb+c
I received these as a hopes to replace the shorter cable that came with the 6p. Choetech sent them to me to review at a discounted rate. I've been using them for over a month now.
Pros - the 6.6 ft cable is amazing for home when im plugging in the device. Having the extra cable to charge and surf the phone while in bed is amazing.
The construction of the cable is quality and i have had 0 issues with them so far. I was even able to give the wife one of the cables for her mac.
Supports quickcharge with no issues.
I no longer use the stock charging cable as i like these better.
Packaging is a minimalist packaging. i like that.
Cons - I wish it came with two 6.6 foot cables in the 6 pack.
If your in the market for a cable or even multiple cables. Definitely check these out.
Choetech sent me a coupon code for you guys.
LUI7QEDK - coupon code to save 12 dollars
Bought the same 4 weeks ago. Works A1. Price is unbeatable.
kicker300zx said:
Below is the cables i am reviewing
https://www.amazon.com/1-6ft1-3-3ft...qid=1483562829&sr=8-9&keywords=choetech+usb+c
I received these as a hopes to replace the shorter cable that came with the 6p. Choetech sent them to me to review at a discounted rate. I've been using them for over a month now.
Pros - the 6.6 ft cable is amazing for home when im plugging in the device. Having the extra cable to charge and surf the phone while in bed is amazing.
The construction of the cable is quality and i have had 0 issues with them so far. I was even able to give the wife one of the cables for her mac.
Supports quickcharge with no issues.
I no longer use the stock charging cable as i like these better.
Packaging is a minimalist packaging. i like that.
Cons - I wish it came with two 6.6 foot cables in the 6 pack.
If your in the market for a cable or even multiple cables. Definitely check these out.
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They're currently only $12.99 with coupon code LUI7QEDK! I just bought a set. Sweet deal.
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are they safe?
nathan k just published a review on choetech's chargers, imma stay away from them for the time being
MrMundy said:
are they safe?
nathan k just published a review on choetech's chargers, imma stay away from them for the time being
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Yes look up Benson leugn review. He is a Google engineer.
Hence that's why I bought them.