Flash deal: Get three Apple USB-C cables for (almost) the price of one
Even though your iPhone comes with a cable, it never really hurts to have an extra (or three) lying around so you don’t have to worry about what will happen if you lose one, or…
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I thought Ethernet cables were all the same. I was very, very wrong
If you’ve been browsing Ethernet cables online you may have seen that they come with names like CAT 5, CAT 6, CAT 7, and CAT 8. And no, we’re not talking about the feline kind…
Anker’s fast-charging USB-C cables are on sale! Get 2 for only $12
I don’t know how things are for you, but in my house, I have little gremlins that pop in when I’m not looking to steal my charging cables. There’s no other way to explain how…
I’m done with Apple’s USB-C charging cables. Here’s what I’m buying instead
Apple’s Beats brand has a habit of one-upping its parent company with products that are a little less restrictive, a little less one-size-fits-all, and a little more colorful, while still offering the same Apple quality…
Use this formula to calculate your USB cable’s data transfer speed
Buying an expensive, “fast” USB cable only to find that it chugs along like a steam train when transferring data can be highly disappointing. On the other hand, cheaper USB cables that deliver faster-than-expected data…
Why your fraying USB cables are a problem
Even if you’ve done a great job looking after your devices, chances are you will have a few much-loved USB cables that look worse for wear. Fraying or breaking cables will mostly work when you…
Score this 2-pack of 100W USB-C cables for just $8 right now
Is there such a thing as having too many charging cables? I don’t think so! In fact, given how fast today’s power banks and charging plugs have gotten, it’s probably time to upgrade your cables.…
OWC’s new optical cables offer up to 15 feet of Thunderbolt 4 connectivity
OWC has unveiled a couple of new cables for those users in production setups that rely on Thunderbolt 4 connectivity. What makes the USB4 40Gb/s Active Optical Cable different from other Thunderbolt 4 cables is…
How to fix kinked and broken cables in no time
Countless cables are used in the home — whether for charging smartphones, transferring data, or connecting audio systems. However, frequent use and regular bending can quickly lead to unsightly kinks or even damage to sensitive…
Get two fast-charging 100W USB-C cables for just $15 right now
If you’re like me, not a day goes by where you haven’t plugged in at least one gadget or device for a quick recharge. If your charge times are slow even though you have fast…