Type C cables - Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Accessories

Does it really make a difference what kind of Type C cable you use? If so what is the fastest and best cable to use.

jason504 said:
Does it really make a difference what kind of Type C cable you use? If so what is the fastest and best cable to use.
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USB 3.1 will give faster speeds than the stock cable which is USB 2.0.
Of course 3.1 cables are more expensive.
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Tidbits said:
USB 3.1 will give faster speeds than the stock cable which is USB 2.0.
Of course 3.1 cables are more expensive.
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And they are harder to find longer than 6ft.

no such thing as fastest and best when it comes to things that stick to an official spec.
usb spec is a spec all companies must adhere to. one company cant provide more or less than another if they are making cables that use the USB 3.1 spec.
if you want to take advantage of 3.1 usb speeds, look for cables that have the spec clearly on the cable and in the information.
for example, i use these, but there are many others that are also just a good.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N8U9075/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

jason504 said:
And they are harder to find longer than 6ft.
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They don't exist. They are rarer than Unicorns!

current usb 3.1 gen 1 cables that SPEC "10Gbps SuperSpeed" can only exist currently in cables less than 4 feet. this is the length the cables can be to stick to the spec (currently).
will no doubt change as cable tech catches up to make longer ones.

marctronixx said:
current usb 3.1 gen 1 cables that SPEC "10Gbps SuperSpeed" can only exist currently in cables less than 4 feet. this is the length the cables can be to stick to the spec (currently).
will no doubt change as cable tech catches up to make longer ones.
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I did not know this Thanks.

marctronixx said:
current usb 3.1 gen 1 cables that SPEC "10Gbps SuperSpeed" can only exist currently in cables less than 4 feet. this is the length the cables can be to stick to the spec (currently).
will no doubt change as cable tech catches up to make longer ones.
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I got these they are 3.0 for 10 bucks couple of different sizes.

These

What about fiber optic usb cable?

Try Anker Powerline ll type c cable, and their other powerline + cables, they're pretty good.

jason504 said:
What about fiber optic usb cable?
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That's a bit much for charging a device. The cost of those cables are because of the converters on each end.
The best use for them is the Xbox One Kinect to extend its range of connectivity. I'm sure there are others though.
I do believe also that Android kernel does have a cap on how fast the charge is accepted on the device, to better keep the components and battery safe.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Android/comments/5b7ahk/study_critique_apples_rectangular_box_2m_usbc/
Look up benson, he reviews USB C cables and points out the good and the bad.
I have few of the apple USB c cables and they're on the recommended list. A bit costly at $20 but it's more of a universal USB c cable that you can charge devices up to 100w with it. (Apple uses it for their 87w MBP) I guess technically all of his approved cables fit the USB c standard and should handle high current fine but I'm just paranoid.

davnav899 said:
Try Anker Powerline ll type c cable, and their other powerline + cables, they're pretty good.
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This right here!!
Been using these cables , powerline series ,for awhile. Almost indestructible, charge faster the stock cables and transfer better. 6 footers great , but 3 footers feel faster, must be 3.1 vs 3.0 . Can't go wrong with Anker.
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jason504 said:
I got these they are 3.0 for 10 bucks couple of different sizes.
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be aware those are not 3.1 gen 1 spec. they are old 3.0. so they are not super speed.
i use anker powerlines myself and have for years. they are top quality for standard usb cables.

marctronixx said:
be aware those are not 3.1 gen 1 spec. they are old 3.0. so they are not super speed.
i use anker powerlines myself and have for years. they are top quality for standard usb cables.
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3.0 = 3.1 Gen 1 which is rated at 5gbps
3.1 Gen 2 goes up to 10gbps
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marctronixx said:
be aware those are not 3.1 gen 1 spec. they are old 3.0. so they are not super speed.
i use anker powerlines myself and have for years. they are top quality for standard usb cables.
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But are they better than what came with the phone

Tidbits said:
3.0 = 3.1 Gen 1 which is rated at 5gbps
3.1 Gen 2 goes up to 10gbps
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yeah i know.
jason504 said:
But are they better than what came with the phone
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better in terms of what?

marctronixx said:
yeah i know.
better in terms of what?
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The phone comes with a 2.0 cable. So any cable that is 3.1 would be better.
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Tidbits said:
The phone comes with a 2.0 cable. So any cable that is 3.1 would be better.
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Yea mate. Thanks for your input.
The OP asked a question, I asked for more info.
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@jason504,
In terms of charging, they are not different. As mentioned, the cable that currently ships with the device wont give you faster throughput than an aftermarket cable.
if you want to take advantage of faster data transfer speeds of the 3.1 spec, you are recommended to look into a 3.1 spec USB cable.
I use choetech but brand Cable Matters is also another good quality brand of cable. There are others as well...

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Confirmed fast charging longer cables?

Those who have their phone know the cable on the fast charger is 1 meter, which is not long enough to reach any table youd ever have a plug next to.
I tried two different type C -> Type C cables and neither would fast charge with the included wall wart.
Anyone find a longer cable that fast charges with our plugs? 2 meters would be great.
It's tough sledding hacking through all the different Amazon.com listings to get something with an actual USB 3.1 and 3A rating for a 2m cable. The ones I;ve seen are either out of stock, take forever to come from China or overpriced in the $25-30 range. Would love to hear from anyone that actually found one too.
I bought a type C to A from amazon for the computer and it charges rapidly on all my wall chargers down to 2.4 amp.
Monoprice was out, otherwise I would have ordered there. >>> http://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=13010
this is what I'm using, fast charges and mounts no problem.
http://tinyurl.com/oyahw4h amazon link
I would bet this will work. same brand as what I have, they have a real thick jacket on them. It's a good cord.
http://tinyurl.com/oyahw4h amazon link
edit, I just read the description on amazon for those cords
....Note for Nexus 5X/6P: In order to ensure FAST CHARGING, please ensure the charger can output 5V/3A. The cable can afford 3A current did not mean it can provide 3A. We recommend use Google official USB Type C charger with our USB C to C cable...
That monoprice page is goofy.. title lists it as USB 2.0 and then the description goes on to talk about USB 3.1
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That monoprice page is goofy.. title lists it as USB 2.0 and then the description goes on to talk about USB 3.1
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Monoprice 2.0 six foot c to c cable charges just as fast as the 3 foot cable that came with the phone. High quality stuff. The phone doesn't support higher than 2.0 anyway.
br125 said:
Monoprice 2.0 six foot c to c cable charges just as fast as the 3 foot cable that came with the phone. High quality stuff. The phone doesn't support higher than 2.0 anyway.
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USB 2.0 refers to the data transmission standard and really nothing to do with charging amps. Although, to be USB 3.1 compliant, I think the cable needs to be fairly stout to handle the increased loads in both data speed and charging power. My guess is this cable is in fact 3.1, but someone made a mistake updating the title.
minnemike said:
USB 2.0 refers to the data transmission standard and really nothing to do with charging amps. Although, to be USB 3.1 compliant, I think the cable needs to be fairly stout to handle the increased loads in both data speed and charging power. My guess is this cable is in fact 3.1, but someone made a mistake updating the title.
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I understand that. Monoprice's 2.0 c to c cable supports up to 3A. No point in spending almost double the price on the 3.1 cable..
br125 said:
I understand that. Monoprice's 2.0 c to c cable supports up to 3A. No point in spending almost double the price on the 3.1 cable..
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What I am saying is that it is hard to even trust the 3A rating with the conflicting statements on 2.0 vs 3.1. Do you have the cable and have tested it? That would be different.
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What I am saying is that it is hard to even trust the 3A rating with the conflicting statements on 2.0 vs 3.1. Do you have the cable and have tested it? That would be different.
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Yes I do have the cable. Monoprice has that 3.1 description on all of their type c cables for some reason. The 2.0 3a cable works just fine.. I just went from 49% to 82% from when I went outside to winterize my boat and when I just went back in to check my phone, not sure how long that was, but a pretty short period of time. I usually put it on the charger when I turn on the TV at night and take it off when it hits 100% before I do to sleep.
I ordered this USB A to C one, http://.ebay.com/itm/261840366171 . The phone says Charging Rapidly. I have not done any data transfer with the computer, but upon plugging it in, the computer detected it ok. It ships from the US, but took a little while with standard shipping. Maybe almost a week;
just got some usb-c to usb-a 3.1 cables from techmatte this coupled with my Insignia 5v 2.4a charger from best buy are giving me a "rapidly charging" icon on lock screen
here is the cable http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01706YAXY
here is the charger http://www.bestbuy.com/site/insignia-usb-wall-charger-black/5689167.p?id=1219148349763&skuId=5689167
EDIT I am using a 5ft cable
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Do0zman said:
just got some usb-c to usb-a 3.1 cables from techmatte this coupled with my Insignia 5v 2.4a charger from best buy are giving me a "rapidly charging" icon on lock screen
here is the cable http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01706YAXY
here is the charger http://www.bestbuy.com/site/insignia-usb-wall-charger-black/5689167.p?id=1219148349763&skuId=5689167
EDIT I am using a 5ft cable
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It might say rapidly charging but I doubt it's as fast as the stock charger. I've used a USB-A to type C cable, got rapidly charging, but it was only max 1800 mAh as opposed to the 2800+ with the stock one.
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You're right but its still faster than not rapidly charging
Do0zman said:
You're right but its still faster than not rapidly charging
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Not really. That's not even faster than a regular phone that on a 2.0A charger.
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EeZeEpEe said:
Not really. That's not even faster than a regular phone that on a 2.0A charger.
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I dunno about that. I have used a couple 2A Samsung USB chargers with type a to c cable and my phone charges almost as quickly as the stock charger at least in regards of empty to full. I think the difference between the stock and alternate high amp chargers that are around 2A is how quickly it can do a partial quick charge from say 0 to 50% but from 0 to 100% I haven't noticed much of a difference.
I am using this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00L2I0F4U
and this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B013DAES3S
EeZeEpEe said:
It might say rapidly charging but I doubt it's as fast as the stock charger. I've used a USB-A to type C cable, got rapidly charging, but it was only max 1800 mAh as opposed to the 2800+ with the stock one.
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I got one of his cables to review... I got it to charge 2.2A + using a 2.4A charger. But I do think you are correct in that there probably isnt a 3A option with anything using USB TYPE-A. 3A seems to be the realm of pure USB TYPE-C.
I purchased this cable and it charges at the same rate as the short OEM cable supplied with the 5x.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00WAKLAD4?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00
caseyweed said:
I purchased this cable and it charges at the same rate as the short OEM cable supplied with the 5x.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00WAKLAD4?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00
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Thanks but unfortunately i got it and it didnt work, it just says charging with the stock charger. That sucks because otherwise its a great length and a really nice cable, guess I will have to return it.
ryan stewart said:
Thanks but unfortunately i got it and it didnt work, it just says charging with the stock charger. That sucks because otherwise its a great length and a really nice cable, guess I will have to return it.
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That's really odd. Mine registered fast charging immediately. I tested with Ampere multiple times and received the exact same reading with both cables.

Portable charger with built-in type C and C-->Micro adapter

hi all. wondering if anyone has seen either of these products?
1. A slim portable charger that has a built in type C charger...basically something like this: http://www.amazon.com/LinearFlux-Portable-Charger-Micro-USB-Devices/dp/B00L3MNYV6 (but with a type C and not micro usb). I don't even need to be super fast, but bonus points if it can still charge rapidly.
2. An adaptor that is female type-C to male micro-usb. Most adapters I've seen are the other way around (and yes, I'm still waiting for one to be certified by Benson). In my case, I'm looking to carry the Google charger (https://store.google.com/product/usb_c_charger) with me. However, I'd like to able to charge other micro-usb devices with that cable and not carry another charger (eg work blackberry, portable battery pack that has a micro input slot, wife's Note4, etc).
Thanks everyone!
I just bought this portable charger with usb type c built in. http://www.amazon.com/Portable-RAVPower-20100mAh-External-Technology/dp/B0156HCJQO
It's on it's way.
myster1ous said:
I just bought this portable charger with usb type c built in. http://www.amazon.com/Portable-RAVPower-20100mAh-External-Technology/dp/B0156HCJQO
It's on it's way.
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Ok, seriously, the MOMENT you get this thing please post results. It says 3A under the type C port and that is EXACTLY what I am looking for if it does actually charge our phones at 3A.
Agreed. Looks really promising, but I'd still love to have a smaller, thinner one with a built-in type C cable...Thanks for posting though, I will definitely look into it.
Just got it! Works awesome. I would say, it's as big as a phablet, twice as wide. It does charge rapidly with the Google USB type C cord that comes with the phone. You can charge this using a micro USB, or the included cord that came with the phone. It's a bit on the heavy side, but I need the juice to last me since I'll be in the woods all weekend long for the big hunt. Overall, it does what it says. I'm happy with the purchase.
That is big but that is a lot of juice. Probably 4 charges easily.
I've got it and it's not small but is very good. with the 5x you could probably get close to a weeks worth of charges out of it
myster1ous said:
Just got it! Works awesome. I would say, it's as big as a phablet, twice as wide. It does charge rapidly with the Google USB type C cord that comes with the phone. You can charge this using a micro USB, or the included cord that came with the phone. It's a bit on the heavy side, but I need the juice to last me since I'll be in the woods all weekend long for the big hunt. Overall, it does what it says. I'm happy with the purchase.
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...but what is the current measurement? Reporting 'charging rapidly' doesn't mean much.
Thanks.
banksc said:
...but what is the current measurement? Reporting 'charging rapidly' doesn't mean much.
Thanks.
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It was listed in that Google Sheets document but I do agree it would be nice to see measurements. I also wish they had a 10,000mAh size pack for a more compact size.
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EeZeEpEe said:
It was listed in that Google Sheets document but I do agree it would be nice to see measurements. I also wish they had a 10,000mAh size pack for a more compact size.
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Amazon is best place to buy any product.
Although it does not precisely fit the OPs request, Anker have released a 20100mAh pack with USB C http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00M0EWED0 I thought it worth posting as packs wit USB C are so thin on the ground so far.
Looks like max charge rate is 2.4A per port not the 3 we might have hoped for. This is the same rating as the Micro USB version of this pack I already own. The USB C has improvements such as metal construction and faster recharging of the pack using the USB C for input. Not enough for me to upgrade.
There were two smaller power packs with USB C listed on the Anker website recently but these have disappeared from the coming soon page
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myster1ous said:
I just bought this portable charger with usb type c built in. http://www.amazon.com/Portable-RAVPower-20100mAh-External-Technology/dp/B0156HCJQO
It's on it's way.
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I just got mine and its also reporting a full 3amp charge. Its also fine with charging from the type C as well apparently so it can reuse your existing charger (it says micro in but you dont have to use that one).
Its a big heavy beast but its got a lot of range so this will work for camping and traveling. Now I just need to find a compact one (preferably with an integrated type-c cable) for a booster when on the motorcycle.
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Looks like max charge rate is 2.4A per port not the 3 we might have hoped for.
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aw, that totally sucks, why do merchants keep trying to lie to us
thank goodness we can return items, though
Ive just looked up the Anker USB C pack on their website again, Although it is not made clear in the product description, someone has asked about charging a N5x using the C port and the answer from the Anker teamQ+A is that the C port is 3A after all.
http://www.ianker.com/product/A1371011
Thats great news, I am a bit of a fan of Anker products, I hope they do produce a smaller USB C pack in time.
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Ive just looked up the Anker USB C pack on their website again, Although it is not made clear in the product description, someone has asked about charging a N5x using the C port and the answer from the Anker teamQ+A is that the C port is 3A after all.
http://www.ianker.com/product/A1371011
Thats great news, I am a bit of a fan of Anker products, I hope they do produce a smaller USB C pack in time.
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Yeah I'm waiting for a pack that's around 10000 capacity for better portability.
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EeZeEpEe said:
Yeah I'm waiting for a pack that's around 10000 capacity for better portability.
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I want that too. Id love a small like 3-4k one with the cable built in like Anker makes for micro SD just for using a spare while on the motorcycle but I am glad I picked this up. Its great for long-distance trips and can charge multiple devices without noticing.
Unfortunately I did notice one shortcoming, while it charges my N5x rapidly the charging of the Nexus 9 is horrifically slow, like .5amp slow. For some reason it must not be communicating properly with the tablet to do the full two amp charge.

USB Type-C Adapter

Which USb Type C Adapter are you people using , There are many cheap ones on eBAy which I am not inclined to trust , the official oneplus adapter seems a bit overpriced . What are you people using ?
I just canceled my order for the oneplus adapter. it's not listed as "safe" adapter:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1wJwqv3rTNmORXz-XJsQaXK1dl8I91V4-eP_sfNVNzbA/edit#gid=0
What do you mean by not safe? Then where we can get
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What do you mean by not safe? Then where we can get
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What you mean by not safe? From where we can get
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-3/accessories/safe-usb-c-compliant-cables-adapters-t3401820
washichi said:
I just canceled my order for the oneplus adapter. it's not listed as "safe" adapter:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1wJwqv3rTNmORXz-XJsQaXK1dl8I91V4-eP_sfNVNzbA/edit#gid=0
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This is not the dash charger being sold. This was from the 1+2 release and yes it is bad/not optimized for charging.
I ordered Vandesail USB-c adaptor from amazon and it works just fine.
I'm using this on OP2 and I'm planning to use it with OP3 as well.
https://www.amazon.com/Xiaomi-Original-Adapter-Oneplus-Devices/dp/B0192T3ELG
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I ordered Vandesail USB-c adaptor from amazon and it works just fine.
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using it for op3 ?
Yup. Using it now for a micro-usb car charger, but tested it with couple of wallchargers also. It was nice package cause it had two adapters on relatively small price and nice look. Got the silver adapters to match the OP3
I also got 2m type-c cable from Vandesail also, works with wallcharger like a charm.
is this http://www.amazon.in/OnePlus-USB-Ty...scsubtag=938d8938-8a24-4438-8ae0-22cc28b73eb5
good ? or any other good alternative
Hmm seems that the Vandesail adaptor worls only if inserted "backwards"
Seems odd because I thought Type-C plug is flipable. Have to try the adaptor on different kinds of setups.
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Which USb Type C Adapter are you people using , There are many cheap ones on eBAy which I am not inclined to trust , the official oneplus adapter seems a bit overpriced . What are you people using ?
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I had nillkin adapter with meizu pro 5 (worked well), but lately I used to order their plus cable (it's microusb + type c all-in-one), quality is really awesome.
Doh oneplus genuine accessories are overpriced, never tried to buy them though.
nillkin links with photo:
http://nillkin.org/accessories/cables/micro-type-c-nillkin
http://nillkin.org/accessories/cables/plus-type-c-micro-port-nillkin
I use either the oneplus adapter or the anker adapter, I recommend the anker though
I ordered/received this Alegant 4 pack and it works well with my car and BB 1.8a chargers - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0194Q21ZW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I also put in an order for a 10 pack from China where it'll take a month to come in but eh, its 4 bucks - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01G6HF8Q6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Any good one in India that works with Oneplus 3?? Probably less pricier one if possible
olegfusion said:
I had nillkin adapter with meizu pro 5 (worked well), but lately I used to order their plus cable (it's microusb + type c all-in-one), quality is really awesome.
Doh oneplus genuine accessories are overpriced, never tried to buy them though.
nillkin links with photo:
http://nillkin.org/accessories/cables/micro-type-c-nillkin
http://nillkin.org/accessories/cables/plus-type-c-micro-port-nillkin
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http://nillkin.org/accessories/cables/micro-type-c-nillkin is this valid adapter ? as per test for usb c as this is not in list http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-3/accessories/safe-usb-c-compliant-cables-adapters-t3401820
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using it for op3 ?
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Right the Vandesail plug works with my aftermarket-cheapo-gasstation microUSB charger omnidirectionally, but with one Nokia (Lumia) microUSB car charger only one sidedly weird...
Any way the Vandesail seems to work properly on most cases.
washichi said:
I just canceled my order for the oneplus adapter. it's not listed as "safe" adapter:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1wJwqv3rTNmORXz-XJsQaXK1dl8I91V4-eP_sfNVNzbA/edit#gid=0
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Just because something isn't compliant with the spec does not make it inherently unsafe. It just means it does not comply.
For example razor makes their usb ports using green plastic to match their brand, this means they are not compliant with the standard colour coding, does it make them unsafe, no.
aljowen said:
Just because something isn't compliant with the spec does not make it inherently unsafe. It just means it does not comply.
For example razor makes their usb ports using green plastic to match their brand, this means they are not compliant with the standard colour coding, does it make them unsafe, no.
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Those listed adapters/cables are not just "judged" by their look. they are tested and are found insafe for nexus P6 use.
I don't know if they are safe to use for our OP3, there is a chance they are cause OP3 uses usb-C 2.0.
however, I'm only using adapters/cables who are 100% safe. why take the risk?
Please read some more about Benson Leung , and you will understand what I mean.
washichi said:
Those listed adapters/cables are not just "judged" by their look. they are tested and are found insafe for nexus P6 use.
I don't know if they are safe to use for our OP3, there is a chance they are cause OP3 uses usb-C 2.0.
however, I'm only using adapters/cables who are 100% safe. why take the risk?
Please read some more about Benson Leung , and you will understand what I mean.
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Which one you are using?

USB-C limited to USB 2.0 transfer speeds?

I have tried 'A1 SD Bench' to test my Note 8 with a 512GB Samsung T3 SSD.
The best results I can get is:
Read: 33.42MB/s
Write: 35.57MB/s
I have tried the following connections:
- Direct USB-C to USB-C
- Note 8 <-> USB-C all-in-one hub <-> USB-A to USB-C cable <-> Samsung T3 SSD
- Note 8 <-> Original Samsung USB-C to USB-A female <-> USB-A to USB-C cable <-> Samsung T3 SSD
Any ideas how to get full USB 3.1 transfer speeds?
From what I understand, I might be wrong, but I read that the USB type c port on the Note 8 is USB 2.0
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jcip17 said:
From what I understand, I might be wrong, but I read that the USB type c port on the Note 8 is USB 2.0
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It's actually USB 3.1, you're probably thinking of the fast charge version which is vs 2.0
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It's actually USB 3.1, you're probably thinking of the fast charge version which is vs 2.0
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Hey Lou! Ok thanks for the correction! The phone charges pretty slow compared to our note 4... That's one of my big gripes
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Hey Lou! Ok thanks for the correction! The phone charges pretty slow compared to our note 4... That's one of my big gripes
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It charges slow but it's very consistent at temperature management. The device does not heat up like the ones using other fast charge technologies. I just read a comparison article and Samsung's version is definitely not the fastest, but it's definitely one of the cooler ones.
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odesskiy said:
It charges slow but it's very consistent at temperature management. The device does not heat up like the ones using other fast charge technologies. I just read a comparison article and Samsung's version is definitely not the fastest, but it's definitely one of the cooler ones.
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I* skimmed through that but Samsung fast charge is exynos correct?
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IIRC from another thread, the USB-C cable that comes in the box is a USB 2.0 cable. Maybe try a different one?
jcip17 said:
Hey Lou! Ok thanks for the correction! The phone charges pretty slow compared to our note 4... That's one of my big gripes
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Oh no, that's terrible!! Cause my note 7 is the fastest charging phone I've ever had and to hear it's slower than the note 4 damn....note 7 charge from 15% to full in about 35-45 minutes....maybe less never timed it but love how i can forget to charge overnight, wake up plug in and its done by the time I'm out of the shower......ugh
louforgiveno said:
Oh no, that's terrible!! Cause my note 7 is the fastest charging phone I've ever had and to hear it's slower than the note 4 damn....note 7 charge from 15% to full in about 35-45 minutes....maybe less never timed it but love how i can forget to charge overnight, wake up plug in and its done by the time I'm out of the shower......ugh
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I hope my phone is defective lol. Can anybody relate? It's about 200 mAh bigger than the note 4's removable battery so maybe that's the increase in time? I feel like any percentage I plug in it's 1hr and change until full, even at 40%*
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Huh? I am confused, I find my Note 8 charges faster than any phone I have ever had and that includes the Note 7, really I can go from about 20% to 100% in about 20 minutes or less.
cmwade77 said:
Huh? I am confused, I find my Note 8 charges faster than any phone I have ever had and that includes the Note 7, really I can go from about 20% to 100% in about 20 minutes or less.
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The OP isn't asking about charging speed, he's asking about data transfer over USB.
I have USB 3.0 and 3.1 type A ports on my desktop PC and using a 3.1 Type C to Type A cable it's very clearly much faster than using the cable in the box, which does appear to be usb 2.0 wired.
cmwade77 said:
Huh? I am confused, I find my Note 8 charges faster than any phone I have ever had and that includes the Note 7, really I can go from about 20% to 100% in about 20 minutes or less.
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Wtf my phone is broke
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Wtf my phone is broke
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To be clear you'll only recognize the "fast charge" with screen off. Always on display is fine though.
louforgiveno said:
To be clear you'll only recognize the "fast charge" with screen off. Always on display is fine though.
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Yeah I rarely use my phone when it is charging. I use pushbullet on my computers so I wont miss a text or call. I compare the charging speeds of Note 8 to the Note 4 in the morning charging. The Note 8 will not be charged in an hour whereas the Note 4 easily did it. Sorry OP. I'm done.
That brings the question: how do you tell which cable is really wired for USB 3? And what's the difference? Wires have to be the same, is it just shielding? I would imagine due to higher frequency, if signal is not clear it would negotiate lower transfer rate?
I have couple USB wires from Note 7, maybe those are better made?
And is the phone really capable of accepting data anywhere near full USB 3 speeds?
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That brings the question: how do you tell which cable is really wired for USB 3? And what's the difference? Wires have to be the same, is it just shielding? I would imagine due to higher frequency, if signal is not clear it would negotiate lower transfer rate?
I have couple USB wires from Note 7, maybe those are better made?
And is the phone really capable of accepting data anywhere near full USB 3 speeds?
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Quality cables have the correct USB symble by USB type. Quick Google search will bring up examples
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Quality cables have the correct USB symble by USB type. Quick Google search will bring up examples
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One example. There's more examples if you search. Best to also buy from a reputable source.
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I found an article that states USB-C hubs downgrading speeds to USB 2.0 so I guess thats one of the main reasons the DEX is also limited to 2.0 speeds.
https://gtrusted.com/samsung-galaxy-s8-seems-to-downgrade-usb-3-1-hubs-speeds
I however cannot get USB 3.1 speeds even when using a direct USB-C to USB-C link.
If the Note 8 is not capable of utilizing the full speed of USB 3.1 speeds then I'm quite disappointed.
One of things I really wanted to do was backup DSLR pics from SD cards to SSD rapidly without a laptop whilst on travel.
Are you using a 3.1 capable cable?
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Are you using a 3.1 capable cable?
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It turns out the USB-C to USB-C cable I got is not usb-3.1 spec:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/d/B06Y4N4K9Z
The USB-C to USB-A cable I got that came with the Samsung T3 SSD is definitely USB3.1 spec so Samsung USB-C to USB-A female adapter is probably USB2.0 speeds.
And according to the article going through a hub also limits the connection to USB2.0 so I'll either need a new USB-C to USB-C 3.0 cable or USB-C to USB-A 3.0 female adapter to do further testing.

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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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.
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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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