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How important can a USB cable be ?

Hi everyone @xda,
Here's a new thread I wanted to open to share a recent experience.
I currently have a Nexus 4 and a Nexus 7. Both are recent ones and I have myself newly fallen into Android and tablets.
So far, I only had small cell phones and I could charge them with almost every charger and USB cable in the world.
No so easy with the Nexus 7.
First, it seems it's charger delivers a thick 2.6A so any charger weaker than that, and the full charge would last for ever...
But another weird thing is that I noticed that, if I use the stock charger with another USB cable, the charge is SSSLLLLOOOOWWWW....
Even better. I have the dedicated Nexus 7 dock.
If I use the USB cable that came with my previous Sony Ericsson mobile, the Nexus 7 won't even consider it is charging.
Same USB port, same dock, but different cable (from Belkin or the stock cable) : no problem, it charges !
So, I have come to the conclusion that the USB cable can make a big difference.
Can I be wrong ?
Regards.
NexusPenguin

Yes.. I broke the USB cable of my Nexus 7 after 2 weeks... The only one who charges the Nexus as fast as the stock is the samsung cable of my SGS2. With another cable (lower than 2A), it takes more than a night to charge my nexus...

Hi Albadros,
Thanks to confirm that...
For a moment I thought I was a little stupid thinking the USB cable could be at fault !
So the cable DOES make a difference... I'll take care of the cable I'll buy from now on
Regards.
NexusPenguin

NexusPenguin said:
Hi Albadros,
Thanks to confirm that...
For a moment I thought I was a little stupid thinking the USB cable could be at fault !
So the cable DOES make a difference... I'll take care of the cable I'll buy from now on
Regards.
NexusPenguin
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It's hard to find an USB cable where the informations are written but you can buy a charger micro-USB and it's written on it. You must have the same as the Nexus charger (2,0 A). (I think a charger for BB Playbook has the good characteristics)

In my experience it has something to do with the cable length and how the charger is constructed...
but there is already a thread about this topic:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1823377

NexusPenguin said:
Hi everyone @xda,
Here's a new thread I wanted to open to share a recent experience.
I currently have a Nexus 4 and a Nexus 7. Both are recent ones and I have myself newly fallen into Android and tablets.
So far, I only had small cell phones and I could charge them with almost every charger and USB cable in the world.
No so easy with the Nexus 7.
First, it seems it's charger delivers a thick 2.6A so any charger weaker than that, and the full charge would last for ever...
But another weird thing is that I noticed that, if I use the stock charger with another USB cable, the charge is SSSLLLLOOOOWWWW....
Even better. I have the dedicated Nexus 7 dock.
If I use the USB cable that came with my previous Sony Ericsson mobile, the Nexus 7 won't even consider it is charging.
Same USB port, same dock, but different cable (from Belkin or the stock cable) : no problem, it charges !
So, I have come to the conclusion that the USB cable can make a big difference.
Can I be wrong ?
Regards.
NexusPenguin
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In disagreement here. Got my Nexus 7 about a week ago, and right off the bat the USB cable that came with it (asus) was awful. Just like the crap that came with my S3. Not sure how or why, but the USB cable that came with my Pantech Crossover a few years ago is still the best for me. It charges my N7 fast as hell, and it's pretty durable too! Only cable I have that doesn't seem cheaply made, again as confused as everyone, I repeat a PANTECH cable..

USB cable replacement

Sorry in advance if this has been covered. I recently bought a G4 and ive been trying to understand why LG decided to provide with such a thick and ridig usb cable. Using the phone while charging is a pita because of the strain the cable puts on the usb port. Does anybody know wether there is some specific reason why i should use the stock cable? Could i just replace it with any other generic (and thinner/ more flexible) usb cable? thx

Ximo F. Verde said:
Sorry in advance if this has been covered. I recently bought a G4 and ive been trying to understand why LG decided to provide with such a thick and ridig usb cable. Using the phone while charging is a pita because of the strain the cable puts on the usb port. Does anybody know wether there is some specific reason why i should use the stock cable? Could i just replace it with any other generic (and thinner/ more flexible) usb cable? thx
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Most thin and/or long USB cables have poor charging capabilities. Some however are flexible and longer but do still offer speedy charging.
Lots of threads covering that subject already though.
So: simply exhange the stock cable for a proper flexible one and all is fine :good:

I use jdb fast charger with vention usb cable

You should consider the ANKER PowerLine Cables, I have bought the 6 ft cable and its flexible enough, and provides the best charging current you can have. also consider investing in a charger that support Qualcomm's Quick Charge 2.0

Phone not charging

Hey everyone,
I recieved a new LeEco Le 2 yesterday. It is Le X526 Indian version. The charging cable has normal USB on one end and USB C on the other. There is no response when I plug the charger. It is not charging. I tried by switching it off and same result.
The adaptor is working as I could charge another device using it. There is no way for me to check the cable since I don't have any other USB C device. Now if has only about 10% left. I have switched it off and kept for charging. What should I do now? Any suggestions please...

pmhashir said:
Hey everyone,
I recieved a new LeEco Le 2 yesterday. It is Le X526 Indian version. The charging cable has normal USB on one end and USB C on the other. There is no response when I plug the charger. It is not charging. I tried by switching it off and same result.
The adaptor is working as I could charge another device using it. There is no way for me to check the cable since I don't have any other USB C device. Now if has only about 10% left. I have switched it off and kept for charging. What should I do now? Any suggestions please...
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RETURN IT
online sites have 10 day replacement guarantee against manufacturing defect

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RETURN IT
online sites have 10 day replacement guarantee against manufacturing defect
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Gonna do that. I bought it from Flipkart for an offer price. Hopefully, it can be replaced.
Update : My father has got it to charge by adjusting the USB C end. Definitely something wrong with either the cable or the USB port on the phone. He noticed something weird too. He was able to connect the normal USB end of the cable on the adaptor both ways. Is it also reversible? Anyway, I am gonna leave it untouched till it charges fully and do more inspections later.

pmhashir said:
Gonna do that. I bought it from Flipkart for an offer price. Hopefully, it can be replaced.
Update : My father has got it to charge by adjusting the USB C end. Definitely something wrong with either the cable or the USB port on the phone. He noticed something weird too. He was able to connect the normal USB end of the cable on the adaptor both ways. Is it also reversible? Anyway, I am gonna leave it untouched till it charges fully and do more inspections later.
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yup both ends of USB cable are reversible
for the phone I suspect faulty USB port
suggest you to fill in for replacement ASAP

[email protected] said:
yup both ends of USB cable are reversible
for the phone I suspect faulty USB port
suggest you to fill in for replacement ASAP
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I am a little confused now. Now it is working most of the times. Even when it does not, I can adjust it a little bit and it works. In effect, I can get it to work everytime. I am wondering whether the problem is with the cable somehow. Does nobody else have this problem? Is it really worth the hassle of replacement? Somebody please confirm..

pmhashir said:
I am a little confused now. Now it is working most of the times. Even when it does not, I can adjust it a little bit and it works. In effect, I can get it to work everytime. I am wondering whether the problem is with the cable somehow. Does nobody else have this problem? Is it really worth the hassle of replacement? Somebody please confirm..
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There may be some kind of insulator covering one of the contact pins. IF YOU SAY IT WORKS, PLUG AND PLAY, then no need to return. IF YOU FEEL SOME INCONVENIENCE AND HAVE TO KEEP THE CABLE OF PHONE IN CERTAIN POSITION FOR IT TO CHARGE, JUST RETURN IT. MOST PROBABLY, THE FLIPKART GUY BRINGS A REPLACEMENT PHONE WHEN HE COMES TO PICK THE PHONE ITSELF.

Yes replace it.
Why you are taking loss just replace it.

Replace Phone

Thanks everyone for your valuable suggestions. I have requested for a replacement. But the flipkart customer service is not making it easy. First they wanted me to reset the phone even though this is a hardware issue. Then they wanted me to install SmartChk app to verify the problem. But after that, now they want me to verify whether the problem is with the charger or the phone. When I told them that I have no USB C cables, they want me now to go to some shop and check this. Without doing that they won't proceed.
Update : Everything is fine. I went to a Leeco service centre and found out the issue was with the cable. I found out that if there is any issue with the phone, it would take around a month to repair it. They didn't even have cables in stock. Surely, flipkart will deliver faster. Flipkart gave me 2 options. They would either give me ₹200 with which I can buy a new cable or they will replace everything. I went with replacement. No quality cable can be bought for that price and I don't want to take any risks with USB C cables right now. Hopefully, replacement has no issues.

My Le 2 is not charging. When I connect it to charger, it shows that it is charging but the battery percentage is not increasing. I don't have any other device to check if the problem is with my type-C cable or not. Any help will be appreciated.

shaik muzammil said:
My Le 2 is not charging. When I connect it to charger, it shows that it is charging but the battery percentage is not increasing. I don't have any other device to check if the problem is with my type-C cable or not. Any help will be appreciated.
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Get a new charging cable.

shaik muzammil said:
My Le 2 is not charging. When I connect it to charger, it shows that it is charging but the battery percentage is not increasing. I don't have any other device to check if the problem is with my type-C cable or not. Any help will be appreciated.
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Change your charging cable.

My Le 3 is not charging. When I connect it to charger, it shows that it is charging but the battery percentage is not increasing. I don't have any other device to check if the problem is with my type-C cable or not. Any help will be appreciated.

This is ultimately a fault of the USB-C design. Look in the port and you will see it has a thin piece of plastic inside of it. This slides into the charger and has contacts on it. If that little piece of plastic gets cracked/bent/broken, the port is toast. Yes, your octa core, 32 GB 5.5" HD display device can be rendered useless by the cracking of a tiny piece of plastic bending.
This is why Micro USB is the superior connector, all the contacts are mounted to the interior of the port that is secured to the device. Yet another example of the tech industry replacing something in existence with something worse just o sell you new cables and adapters.

My Le 2 x520 is not charging. When I connect it to charger, it shows that it is charging but the battery percentage is not increasing. I don't have any other device to check if the problem is with my type-C cable or not.
type c hoco x11 or kingstar kc60 or lg or xiaomi mi a2 in testing not working please helpppp
:crying::crying:

Damaged USB port, what can I do?

So, my USB port on my Nexus 6 is damaged... Nevermind, I replaced the port.

Removed... Replaced the port. Thanks anyway

USb Port
Was it hard to fix USB port? Mine is busted and I have to charge wireless and I'm getting tired of it. Was it pricey? Thanks
Mike
ridingthewave said:
So, my USB port on my Nexus 6 is damaged... Nevermind, I replaced the port.
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siver2012 said:
Was it hard to fix USB port? Mine is busted and I have to charge wireless and I'm getting tired of it. Was it pricey? Thanks
Mike
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Hi... You can take a look at this video:
A friend of mine had his USB port damaged too. He bought the component from an online shop for 1$ or less. Shipping from China was more expensive than the USB port, lol... He disassembled the motherboard and we took it to an electronic shop nearby. The guy was cool since I already brang him a few things to repair. He charged something like 10$ to do the job.
Approximately 20$ to replace isn't too bad I think...

Best USB - C Cable for Note 8?

Heyy guys. Can anyone suggest some good USB type C cables (3rd Party) which supports Fast Charging for our Note 8?
Do include those which comply with USB Type-C standards/ are compliant cables and are USB IF Certified.
Also please tell me how much maximum current does our Note 8 supports with Adaptive Fast Charge (QC 2.0).

You will not find anything that charges your phone faster compared to the cable and charger that comes with your phone.
I'm using a USB 3.1 Type C (Gen 2) cable together with the Anker PowerCore Speed 10000 QC which is a QC 3.0 charger and it doesn't charge any faster compared to the cable and charger that comes with phone. Both take about 1:30 to charge the phone from 20% to 100% while having the screen turned off.

jsalatas said:
You will not find anything that charges your phone faster compared to the cable and charger that comes with your phone.
I'm using a USB 3.1 Type C (Gen 2) cable together with the Anker PowerCore Speed 10000 QC which is a QC 3.0 charger and it doesn't charge any faster compared to the cable and charger that comes with phone. Both take about 1:30 to charge the phone from 20% to 100% while having the screen turned off.
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Thanks bro for your reaponse.
What does this Gen 2 means in a usb cable?
I am unable to find any usb type C GEN 2 cable in amazon.in
Can you suggest some good gen 2 cables available in india online?

sanchit9282 said:
I am unable to find any usb type C GEN 2 cable in amazon.in
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You need to search better. I was able to find such cables in amazon.in in less than a minute

jsalatas said:
You need to search better. I was able to find such cables in amazon.in in less than a minute
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I might be using some incomplete/incorrect search terms. Could you tell me with what are you searching or if you can provide me with the links of those cables from amazon.in if possible.

sanchit9282 said:
I might be using some incomplete/incorrect search terms. Could you tell me with what are you searching or if you can provide me with the links of those cables from amazon.in if possible.
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No I won't tell you. I'll give you a hint though: you have already written the exact search term in one of your previous posts

jsalatas said:
No I won't tell you. I'll give you a hint though: you have already written the exact search term in one of your previous posts
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By exact search term if u mean "USB Type C Gen 2 Cable" then I have already tried that but did not get any fruitful result. That's why I asked you to tell me about it.

I have this one https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01L...ker+type+c&dpPl=1&dpID=511f-4aaDiL&ref=plSrch and its one of the best cables out there. You can tow your car also [emoji13]
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OK. This isn't funny any more :'(

Take look at this cable which is gen2 and USB IF certified USB Type-C to USB-A Male 3.1 Gen2 Cable - 3 Feet (0.9 Meters) - Black.

I have Trilink braided USB-C 3.1 cables, they work perfect and my phone charges the same as with the OEM cable that it comes with.

raserdude said:
Take look at this cable which is gen2 and USB IF certified USB Type-C to USB-A Male 3.1 Gen2 Cable - 3 Feet (0.9 Meters) - Black.
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Which 1?
Link plz brother..

jsalatas said:
OK. This isn't funny any more :'(
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Nothing serious bro..
Btw could you send your search results u found on amazon.in?

sanchit9282 said:
Which 1?
Link plz brother..
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https://www.amazon.in/gp/aw/d/B01GGKYR2O/ref=ya_st_dp_summary?ie=UTF8&psc=1
This is link to that cable.

I'm using Choetech cables, they seem to do the trick for me

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I'm using Choetech cables, they seem to do the trick for me
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I have these also and seem to do it for me. I know on the V20 you needed to make sure it had the 56k ohm resistor. Does this hold true for f2f he note 8 as well? I know some usb c cables don't have it
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