Really fat/thick Usb-c cable? - Nexus 6P Accessories

Hi all
Bit of a strange one,
I'm looking for a really fat USB A-C cable to charge my phone whilst in my car - the current cable will constantly get stuck under the i-drive controller and its a pain in the backside!
does anyone know of any exceptionally fat cables or a tape or rubber which can go over the cable which won't make it too stiff?
thanks

Put tape around the cord maybe?

I have one that's about three times thicker than traditional cables, it was also on the approved list, let me find the link
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Check out the Type C, iOrange-E cables on amazon. I've had one since I got the phone last December and its probably the best USB cable I've ever owned. I've actually ordered 4 more since for family/friends that have similar phones. The great part is they have a 6ft option which i've found perfect for the car and since its a braided cable it doesn't really get tangled or anything. Good for replacing the one that comes with the phone too as it gives you a bit more length if you tend to charge it on a nightstand. Also, the cables are up to type C specs too, so no worry about frying the phone.
http://www.amazon.com/iOrange-E-Braided-Reversible-Connector-ChromeBook/dp/B010VFFU1W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1462833517&sr=8-1&keywords=type+c+orange

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Portable USB Type C Battery Pack with Built-In Cable?

I'm searching for a USB Type C battery pack with the cable built in like one of these micro-usb packs :
http://www.amazon.com/Motorola-Powe...107_img_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=0HDYVPNM70TJTHNCHNMH
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B007G51XOO...olid=2QEYCHUX5AT8W&coliid=IT14WCFNY6FJM&psc=1
Anyone know of any available yet? I know USB C is fairly new technology so I wouldn't be surprised if it doesn't even exist yet.
And for the sake of sharing and discussing - what power accessories do you have and what's important to you? Do you always want fast-charging or is that not important?
If you already have battery packs like I do, I bought a few extra micro usb to USB c connectors to use with them.
I just use the small cable that came with the phone with my anker pack
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Has anyone found any of these since the OP posted this question a few months ago?
I want one too!
I will try it!
I never actually trust the quality of the cables that come with these chargers. Something about generic cables bugs the $#!% out of me (and no, I'm not one of those who use $200 Monster HDMI cables)
If not one with an integrated cable, I'd settle for a well built one (with a C Port) that will fit into a large wallet (and thin enough to fit next to the phone in a shirt pocket) like this one:
http://www.amazon.com/mophie-Powerstation-Smartphones-Tablets-000/dp/B019I6RN10
Anyone know of one this size with a C-Port?
I've bought one of these:
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/191844720617
USB Type C Power Bank iVoler 10000mAh USB-C External Battery/Portable Charger...
It'll be a few weeks before it gets here, but will let you know what its like when it does get here
senectus said:
I've bought one of these:
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/191844720617
USB Type C Power Bank iVoler 10000mAh USB-C External Battery/Portable Charger...
It'll be a few weeks before it gets here, but will let you know what its like when it does get here
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I have one of those and it seems mostly fine, the only frustrating thing is that you can't charge the power bank itself from a type A to C cable, even if it is spec compliant. Mine only seems to charge from a C to C cable. This seems to be confirmed by reviewers on Amazon too.
Azarin said:
I have one of those and it seems mostly fine, the only frustrating thing is that you can't charge the power bank itself from a type A to C cable, even if it is spec compliant. Mine only seems to charge from a C to C cable. This seems to be confirmed by reviewers on Amazon too.
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huh. i wasn't aware of that :-/
hmmm it shouldn't be a big deal for me
I believe that is the same one (with different cover) as this one from monoprice:
http://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=108&cp_id=10831&cs_id=1083110&p_id=14202&seq=1&format=2
Anyway, still big for what I'm looking for. I just want a "top-off" charger (maybe around 2,000 mAh), that is C compliant and will will fit in my shirt pocket together with my phone.
l_stevens said:
I believe that is the same one (with different cover) as this one from monoprice:
http://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=108&cp_id=10831&cs_id=1083110&p_id=14202&seq=1&format=2
Anyway, still big for what I'm looking for. I just want a "top-off" charger (maybe around 2,000 mAh), that is C compliant and will will fit in my shirt pocket together with my phone.
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I've tried to order that iVolver three times from three different vendors on ebay.
All three times they get stopped at the distribution centre in the UK.
still looking for a External Type C 3A battery pack for in Australia
I just got one of these
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...ode=as2&tag=xaybzc-20&linkId=4VPEX6PDGSH5FDFQ
So far it works great. I just use the cable that came with my phone. It rapid charges just fine. Also I has a port for phones that use turbo charging and all. I can charge multiple phones at a time. I love it. Plus being 20100 mAh I can charge phones all weekend without having a wall charger. Fits in my cargo shorts side pocket just fine.
Ports:
micro USB in(for charging the battery)
USB c 3A (can also use this to charge the battery)
Quick charge USB port (5v, 9v, 12v)
Ismart (2.4v)

EverDock USB Type-C Adapter Review

Ever since I got my Nexus 6P, I have been searching for a charging dock I can use with it. Although there are several USB Type-C charging docks available on sites like Amazon, none of them support fast charging. Once I heard that FUZ Designs released a USB Type-C adapter for the EverDock, I ordered both the adapter and the dock. The adapter comes with a USB-C to USB-C cable, so I was excited to finally get a charging dock that supports fast charging. I have now received my order, and it leaves a lot to be desired. The good news is that the included USB-C to USB-C cable is made by Anker, and appears to be identical to this one on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.ca/Anker-Devices-Including-MacBook-ChromeBook/dp/B0119OI9XU/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8
The cable appears to be of good quality, and rapid charging works. The EverDock itself is also fine. The problem is the USB Type-C adapter. First of all it was clearly made with a 3D printer, as the edges of the adapter are very rough. Comparing the quality of the USB Type-C adapter to the included Lightning adapter is night and day. Second, because the edges of the adapter are very rough, it is very difficult to insert and remove the adapter from the EverDock. I could live with both of those issues, but the deal-breaker is the fact that the adapter does not sit flush with the base of the EverDock. The top portion of the adapter is too tall, so it juts out with the USB plug. The adapter cannot fit inside the EverDock's silicone bases, and docking the phone so elevated from the base makes it unstable. The order includes two adapters, with one meant for phones without a case and the other for phones with a case. The difference is seen in the length of the top portion of the adapters, but both are too tall to sit flushed with the base of the EverDock. Here are some pictures I took (the adapter intended to be used for phones with cases has "N C" engraved on the front):
http://imgur.com/a/f2sRA
I have contacted Fuz Designs support to see if these problem can be addressed, and will post any updates I receive. In the meantime, I would recommend against buying the EverDock USB Type-C adapter.
I just got mine (expect type-c to usb-a cable, also anker) today and quality is indeed fairly horrible...
I also have problems getting cable flush with bottom, since it's so bloody thick (I forced it in finally, removed and noticed that most of plastic is removed and inside cables are visible).
Firehand81 said:
I just got mine (expect type-c to usb-a cable, also anker) today and quality is indeed fairly horrible...
I also have problems getting cable flush with bottom, since it's so bloody thick (I forced it in finally, removed and noticed that most of plastic is removed and inside cables are visible).
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I was able to get the Anker USC-C to USB-C cable flush with the bottom without much trouble. It did leave some marks on the cable, but it didn't expose the inner cables. Maybe the USB-C to USB-A cable is thicker?
Could be, but more of really bad planning from Fuz Designs.
Image of how cable looks, rammed in
Firehand81 said:
Could be, but more of really bad planning from Fuz Designs.
Image of how cable looks, rammed in
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Wow, that is definitely thicker than the Anker USB-C to USB-C cable. BTW I emailed FUZ Designs customer support last weekend, and I have still not heard back from them.
I can confirm these are kinda garbage right now. They actually took the "product" back off the site. I didn't even get offered the choice between a C-C cable or an A-C cable (which would've been my preference, since I have a "charging table" that's supplied by an Anker 5-port charger). They sent me a C-C cable so I can use the factory 5x charger... which has annoying coil whine / squeal when it's charging. :/ Also, the cables I was sent (I ordered two) were the older style Anker with a cylinder-style strain relief instead of the smoothed / molded thing on their "upgrade" cable you linked above.
The "no case" version of the adapter won't even seat into a Nexus 5x that has no case on it. Doesn't quite stick up enough to make full contact, phone doesn't think it's plugged in.
The with-case version works but only with ultra thin cases, partially due to the angle at which the connector comes out (tilting the whole phone back more than it needs to be).
Received my today and they are total garbage. I ordered one of each and none of them are satisfactory. Sent Fuz an email seeking a refund
I did get a response from FUZ Designs about the lackluster quality of their USB Type-C adapter, and they admitted that it was 3D printed in their office. They showed me this picture of how the EverDock should look after installed, and asked me if mine looked the same:
http://imgur.com/Igg5c23
It appears that they used the case adapter in that photo. When I initially inserted the USB Type-C cable into the adapter, the plug stuck out more than was shown in their photo. After applying a considerable amount of force I was able to make the plug sit flushed in the adapter, and with the case adapter installed it matches the picture Fuz Designs sent me. Now my phone isn't as elevated as it was previously when docked.
However, aside from the rough quality of the adapter I still have two issues with it. First, the silicone bases cannot fit on the EverDock with the adapter installed, because the adapter still does not sit flushed in the EverDock. Second, after inserting the USB Type-C plug flushed into the adapter, the bottom of the plug sticks out of the bottom of the dock. I am unable to route the USB Type-C cable on the bottom of the dock, and I do not know how the people at Fuz Designs were able to get the dock to sit flat with the cable installed.
I emailed Fuz Designs back to see if they can address these remaining issues, but it has now been a week without a response. My experience with Fuz Designs’ support has been very unsatisfactory, as I had to wait several business days to get responses to my inquiries about the delay in the shipment of the USB Type-C adapter, my first email regarding the quality of the adapter, and the lack of a response to my reply. Based on their poor customer service and the quality of the adapter I will not be buying any Fuz Designs products in the future. I will be investigating DIY-solutions to salvage the money I spent on the EverDock.
so sad, the dock looks nice, but all these quality issues and lack of proper tolerances are just such a turn off
After we have received a few of the cables back we noticed that some are thick, and others are not. I believe that wherever these cables are coming from they have different versions of the cable manufactured at different times in the same stock.
Unfortunately ordering a new cable is a risk since they may just be sending out the thicker cables now. Which is also the issue we've experienced with almost all other USB C cables.
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Got that kinda email from Fuz Designs, while adapter is low quality, cable issues seem to be worst, which falls for Anker quality issues.
TheHeeyyy said:
Ever since I got my Nexus 6P, I have been searching for a charging dock I can use with it. Although there are several USB Type-C charging docks available on sites like Amazon, none of them support fast charging. Once I heard that FUZ Designs released a USB Type-C adapter for the EverDock, I ordered both the adapter and the dock. The adapter comes with a USB-C to USB-C cable, so I was excited to finally get a charging dock that supports fast charging. I have now received my order, and it leaves a lot to be desired. The good news is that the included USB-C to USB-C cable is made by Anker, and appears to be identical to this one on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.ca/Anker-Devices-Including-MacBook-ChromeBook/dp/B0119OI9XU/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8
The cable appears to be of good quality, and rapid charging works. The EverDock itself is also fine. The problem is the USB Type-C adapter. First of all it was clearly made with a 3D printer, as the edges of the adapter are very rough. Comparing the quality of the USB Type-C adapter to the included Lightning adapter is night and day. Second, because the edges of the adapter are very rough, it is very difficult to insert and remove the adapter from the EverDock. I could live with both of those issues, but the deal-breaker is the fact that the adapter does not sit flush with the base of the EverDock. The top portion of the adapter is too tall, so it juts out with the USB plug. The adapter cannot fit inside the EverDock's silicone bases, and docking the phone so elevated from the base makes it unstable. The order includes two adapters, with one meant for phones without a case and the other for phones with a case. The difference is seen in the length of the top portion of the adapters, but both are too tall to sit flushed with the base of the EverDock. Here are some pictures I took (the adapter intended to be used for phones with cases has "N C" engraved on the front):
http://imgur.com/a/f2sRA
I have contacted Fuz Designs support to see if these problem can be addressed, and will post any updates I receive. In the meantime, I would recommend against buying the EverDock USB Type-C adapter.
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I also purchased the USB C adapter - Fuz didn't want to sell me one since they've been having problems such as yours, but I pressured them into it and they finally relented and took my order. It took four months to get them and they didn't supply the cable, but have me the link to Amazon for the cable you mention. However Anker actually stopped selling that cable and Amazon substituted another Anker cable. While the cable itself is of excellent quality, it doesn't work at all with the EverDock becuase the cable is too thick - it won't go in the channel in the base of the dock so it won't sit flat, won't "stick" to the desk, so it makes the dock useless. And of course, as you mention, the silicon bases don't fit over it correctly so it doesn't work anyway.
I'm trying to see if I can find a "thin" USB C cable that will work with the EverDock channel, figuring I can use a dremel on the adapter to make the connector fit. If anyone else has been able to find a cable that works I'd appreciate hearing about it.
jeffreytz said:
I also purchased the USB C adapter - Fuz didn't want to sell me one since they've been having problems such as yours, but I pressured them into it and they finally relented and took my order. It took four months to get them and they didn't supply the cable, but have me the link to Amazon for the cable you mention. However Anker actually stopped selling that cable and Amazon substituted another Anker cable. While the cable itself is of excellent quality, it doesn't work at all with the EverDock becuase the cable is too thick - it won't go in the channel in the base of the dock so it won't sit flat, won't "stick" to the desk, so it makes the dock useless. And of course, as you mention, the silicon bases don't fit over it correctly so it doesn't work anyway.
I'm trying to see if I can find a "thin" USB C cable that will work with the EverDock channel, figuring I can use a dremel on the adapter to make the connector fit. If anyone else has been able to find a cable that works I'd appreciate hearing about it.
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Please keep us updated. I love my EverDocks but they haven't gotten back to me about the USB-C adaptor or cable from months ago...
Looking for adapter too
I am also looking for these usb c adapters for my everdocks :/
I have a friend with a 3D printer I will try to check with him if printing an adapter would be something feasible to do. It would be so simple if Fuz Designs could provide the 3D printer plan they used to work on it and make it better...

Review - Choetech 2 pack usb a-c cables 1m + 2m

Anyone who owns a nexus 6p and has tried to buy a longer usb a-c cable than the 6 inch cable that Google provide will know just how hard it is to find a good quality cable that meets the new usb-c standard and won't potentially fry there charging device by trying to pull 3 amps.
Google prevent the usb a-c cables from damaging charging devices by placing a 56 kohm resister in the usb c end of the cable and many cheap cables have failed to do this or they use the wrong value of resistor, there is a simple free app that allows nexus 6p owners to check cables to ensure they are safe to use. I am happy to report that these cables pass the safety checks and are safe to use with nexus 6p devices.
These particular cables are very well presented in a functional box, the larger of the two cables comes with a Velcro strap to help keep it from tangling very handy if your traveling or don't keep your cables constantly plugged in, this is a nice little touch from Choetech and adds to the premium feel of these cables.
Both cables feel like they're thick enough to withstand alot of heavy use and will hopefully last a long time, I tested both cables with my laptop and was getting good data transfer speeds and I have tested both with numerous different chargers and also get good charging speeds, very comparable to that of the Google provided cable.
I am very happy with these cables and hope to get alot of use out of them, I would quite happily recommended these to anyone after a usb a-c cable, I have seen many cables that are dearer than this for just one cable, here you get two really good quality cables for a value price. I got these cables at a discounted price for a honest unbiased review but I would quite happily pay full price for these.
For anyone interested here are the links:
UK:?*https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01G38YZAI/
US:?*https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B5T4C3A/
faybarn said:
Anyone who owns a nexus 6p and has tried to buy a longer usb a-c cable than the 6 inch cable that Google provide will know just how hard it is to find a good quality cable that meets the new usb-c standard and won't potentially fry there charging device by trying to pull 3 amps.
Google prevent the usb a-c cables from damaging charging devices by placing a 56 kohm resister in the usb c end of the cable and many cheap cables have failed to do this or they use the wrong value of resistor, there is a simple free app that allows nexus 6p owners to check cables to ensure they are safe to use. I am happy to report that these cables pass the safety checks and are safe to use with nexus 6p devices.
These particular cables are very well presented in a functional box, the larger of the two cables comes with a Velcro strap to help keep it from tangling very handy if your traveling or don't keep your cables constantly plugged in, this is a nice little touch from Choetech and adds to the premium feel of these cables.
Both cables feel like they're thick enough to withstand alot of heavy use and will hopefully last a long time, I tested both cables with my laptop and was getting good data transfer speeds and I have tested both with numerous different chargers and also get good charging speeds, very comparable to that of the Google provided cable.
I am very happy with these cables and hope to get alot of use out of them, I would quite happily recommended these to anyone after a usb a-c cable, I have seen many cables that are dearer than this for just one cable, here you get two really good quality cables for a value price. I got these cables at a discounted price for a honest unbiased review but I would quite happily pay full price for these.
For anyone interested here are the links:
UK:?*https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01G38YZAI/
US:?*https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B5T4C3A/
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Have you by chance checked any other cables from usb-a to c that you have came across that you would recommend ? If you just use the app provided that means it is safe ?
Yes I also own a belkin 2m usb a-c cable that is very good but no better than the Choetech cables, the belkin cost me £15 though for just one cable as it was an emergency buy from maplins. I bought a cheap eBay cable originally, it worked with my old car charger but then my phone refused to charge from the Google usb c charger that night. A reboot fixed this issue but some research led me to discover the issue with usb a-c cables.
Because of the price and quality I highly recommend the Choetech cables.
Yes the checkr app let's you know if the cable is safe to use. You have to make sure it is connected to a computer / laptop for the app to work though, it won't work with a charging device.
I also get this cable bundle to review at price £0.99. It seems still available for review now. You can also apply one at a good price from Choetech official website: http://www.choetech.com/Support-review.html
I went for the 3.3ft USB-C to USB-A + 3.3ft USB-C to USB-C pack to go work with my Nexus 6P. Cables are a great length and I can leave it charging in the car while my passenger is using the phone at the same time. I am very happy with mine.
gadget19 said:
I went for the 3.3ft USB-C to USB-A + 3.3ft USB-C to USB-C pack to go work with my Nexus 6P. Cables are a great length and I can leave it charging in the car while my passenger is using the phone at the same time. I am very happy with mine.
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Yeah I also went for this combo pack. The cables are great and help me out around the house and in my car. The type C is in my car permanently from now on. Works great with their in car charger and charges the phone up in no time. The other one is in my work bag for emergencies. Definitely top quality products quality and worth getting.

CHOETECH USB-C to USB 3.0 Cable

Hi everyone,
So I am here again to quickly give my thoughts on another CHOETECH accessory, this time it is their USB C to USB 3.0 cables.
I have had a cable previously from Rankie, but have found the build quality to not be as sturdy as the CHOETECH ones. These ones are flexible, feel strong with their braided cables, and the design is excellent and looks very professional, very nice on the eye to others who may see them.
The data transfer is fast, as you would expect from USB 3.0! The charging is on par with other cables.
I have attached the link here for my review on Amazon https://www.amazon.co.uk/review/R1YBGPQVRSGV75/ref=cm_cr_dp_title?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B01LYW4WIY&channel=detail-glance&nodeID=560798&store=electronics, and also the link for the product itself https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01LYW4WIY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Hope I have helped some of you out, and if any of you have any questions for things I may not have covered, then I shall be pleased to help you out!
I prefer Anker Type-C cable, then Tronsmart next.
It will break after a few months.
I too have received these at a discounted price to review and must say the following:
These cables from Choetech are again of amazing quality. Especially as they are braided. I love the fact they came in two different colours meaning one matches my Nexus 6P in black and the other matches my Pixel C in grey. They are a good length to use at a desk and have good file transfer speeds to a computer when plugged in via USB 3. The charge rate isn't as quick as USB C to C but that is to be expected, however do not let that fool you, they still charge pretty quick although usb charge booster on my motherboard may be helping with that more than anything, but it's comforting to know these cables can handle the extra power sent down by my motherboard. I highly recommend these cables and would buy them again especially from Choetech.
Just a word of warning, I bought accessories from their official Aliexpress shop including USB-C to USB-C cable and car charger. While using the two I managed to destroy USB port on my Nexus 6P.
I plugged the cable as I was leaving a concert day before yesterday and as I was driving home I started to smell something like electric parts burning. At first I thought that it is the smell of the brushes on my car warmer blower. Blower has been making strange noises lately. But as the smell started to get more intense, I was really worried that my car is going to burn. I unlocked my 6P and noticed that the battery was not charging and yanked the cable. The plastics on the cable were like butter and pretty hot! I panicked and pulled the cable out, disconnected the charger and continued to home. It was late in the evening and I couldn´t see what had happened to my phone.
As I got home I tried to charge my phone and it didn´t charge. I noticed that battery has gone from 87% to 56% in about hour. The backside of my phone was melted little and there was damage around the USB port.
Here is few hazy pictures i took with my wifes potato:
http://imgur.com/a/qqQfZ
I asked about this from Choetech via Aliexpress and they were sorry. They asked if I wanted another cable to substitute the melted one. I haven´t replied yet.
Gobiastard said:
Just a word of warning, I bought accessories from their official Aliexpress shop including USB-C to USB-C cable and car charger. While using the two I managed to destroy USB port on my Nexus 6P.
I plugged the cable as I was leaving a concert day before yesterday and as I was driving home I started to smell something like electric parts burning. At first I thought that it is the smell of the brushes on my car warmer blower. Blower has been making strange noises lately. But as the smell started to get more intense, I was really worried that my car is going to burn. I unlocked my 6P and noticed that the battery was not charging and yanked the cable. The plastics on the cable were like butter and pretty hot! I panicked and pulled the cable out, disconnected the charger and continued to home. It was late in the evening and I couldn´t see what had happened to my phone.
As I got home I tried to charge my phone and it didn´t charge. I noticed that battery has gone from 87% to 56% in about hour. The backside of my phone was melted little and there was damage around the USB port.
Here is few hazy pictures i took with my wifes potato:
http://imgur.com/a/qqQfZ
I asked about this from Choetech via Aliexpress and they were sorry. They asked if I wanted another cable to substitute the melted one. I haven´t replied yet.
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Never heard of the Aliexpress shop always bought them from Amazon. Sorry to hear about your device, however its probably more likely the charger than the cable as i've been using 3 of these cables and had no issues over the last few months now.
brichardson1991 said:
Never heard of the Aliexpress shop always bought them from Amazon. Sorry to hear about your device, however its probably more likely the charger than the cable as i've been using 3 of these cables and had no issues over the last few months now.
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Aliexpress is a small time business somewhere around far East.... You should try it sometimes.
I was using Choetech charger atm, which I bought on same order with the cable. I can´t blame any other than Choetech for destroying the phone.

Extra Long USB C Cable

I drive a truck, I need a 6ft cable to reach my phone. I have seen from the posts here that quality and real functionality can vary greatly for what seems to be the same things. What brand or even be link specific to a high quality cable. I'll be using the Belkin car charger.
Just grab a ul type c to type a and grab a a-male to a-female extension.
The USB extension will come in handy one day I'm sure, and it's nice to have a a-c cable
I've always had good luck with my choetech cables
Tried the cheotech 6ft cable..... it lasted 4 days and quit working.
Still looking for a long high quality cable. Using the one that came with the phone for now but it is too short for the way I want to arrange things in the truck.
breadtrk said:
Tried the cheotech 6ft cable..... it lasted 4 days and quit working.
Still looking for a long high quality cable. Using the one that came with the phone for now but it is too short for the way I want to arrange things in the truck.
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They have good customer service email them and they'll send you a new cable. Duds happen, I've had a bunch of their cables with nary a problem.
I just bought a 6ft cable from AmazonBasics. No complaints about it. I believe they have a 9ft cable too.
Just get a normal usb A extension.
I have used this one for almost two years and it's worked very well for me, I have used it to only charge, and used it plugged into the computer on occasion and has worked flawlessly. It's braided and solid, 10 ft is a bit longer than you mentioned but I find the extra length helps.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B017ILDZCI/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Anker makes some quality cables and they make a 10ft cable that I have been using forever:
https://www.amazon.com/Anker-PowerL...d=1522244932&sr=8-4&keywords=anker+usb+c+10ft
I have been using this one for a while now - seems really sturdy and has worked really well. Plus, you know, different colors. This one is 10' but I believe they make them in different lengths. BEst of luck, enjoy your phone!
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01D175HMO/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Get one that is approved by Benson Leung on Amazon. He regularly tests USB-C cables and chargers and posts reviews on Amazon. I've bought cables he recommended and have had no issues with them.
Go to 5below and buy this https://www.fivebelow.com/tech/cabl...c-sync-and-charge-metallic-braided-cable.html
I bought one for behind the bed and it's high quality and even supports Fast charging. That reminds me I need to go and get 2 more
aspexil said:
Get one that is approved by Benson Leung on Amazon. He regularly tests USB-C cables and chargers and posts reviews on Amazon.
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Well, he used to. His last public review was apparently made on May 22, 2017. Not sure why he stopped posting. Probably because it was unpaid work and he's gotta have a life outside working for Google.

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