Because it's not just + and - cable. It needs data too. And must be packed together and require high current, and always bends when in use making it stretch-unstretch and will snap sometime.
It's mainly, because manufactures don't match the amount of power consumption of the cable and/or block. This has actually been an issue for a while, since type-c is so powerful, and universal, its just becoming more widespread.
Norbert Rivera A lot of people get extra chargers. I always keep my original charger at home and buy a couple of less expensive ones to keep in other places besides home.
Just to clarify to everyone 1. this issue is with type A (your typical rectangle USB 1/2/3.0 connector) on one end of the cable and type C ( the new rounded shaped connector) on the other, that is what he means by type A to C. 2 . Type C to C connectors (the same connector on both sides) are 100% fine to use. 3. the app is developed to check A to C connectors, NOT C to C connectors. so C to C connectors will appear to fail even tho they are fine to use. Hopefully this helps those of you out who are a little confused.
My Kindle Fire used a micro USB (USB-B). I had to buy one last month after the original cord frayed after six years. The man at Target was very helpful. He even found me a USB-B cord that was two feet longer than my original. I used it in my original power brick, and everything worked out fine.
@@RealStevenSaturday Yea reason why people reply to comments. This is like saying a restaurant is great the only issues are the food doesn't taste good and it's hard to eat it.
Extremely cheap chargers can also be dangerous and some people have died using a malfunctioning charger. The reason is the cheap chargers often do away with safety features and safe design to save money on components so it's a bit of Russian roulette with the very cheap wall chargers.
Benson, the engineer, did an update on his review of the techmatte type c adapter and tested were safe to use! used it myself with checkr app.. Good to go!
So I get it, the cables are really important but what about the Adapters that you plug into, Do I have to worry about those with spec cables? Is there an approved Car Charger yet?
Usb c with 3.1 standard that's all you need for data transfer. While for charging your phone, it's okay if you use 2.0 standard as long as it support fast charging.
So is any type c to type c cable ok to use? for a type c keyboard to a MacBook type c port. So I could use a type c to type c charging cable and it would still transfer a sufficient amount of data?
Not so sure alot this video. Those cables are simply indicating to the phones that the maximum supply current of the chargers is 3A. A good adapter will only supply the maximum rated current and no more. A good Phone charging circuit will equally use only the correct charging current for its battery which is nowhere near 3A anyway.
The app is not on playstore. I google and find this. "This app is for Nexus 6P, Nexus 5X and Pixel C ONLY". Then what app should i use to check my cables?
where can i download this app checkR. it's not on google play store the link doesn't work, is there is another link or any other apps that dose the same thing.
is there an advantage of usb c to usb c over usb a to usb c? I see chargers with type c ports as well as type c ports at the back of newer IO panels of PC motherboards.
Google isn't "in charge" of USB type-c - not sure where you got that info from. It's part of the USB specification. Apple and Google were involved in development that is all.
I have new Samsung Galaxy A03s phone with USB-C port, need to connect to old LG phone to transfer contacts etc. Have cable with male USB-C connectors on both ends. What specific adapter do I need to connect to old LG phone? Pleeeze!
My huawie wall adapter only outputs 2amps so im guessing il be safe using any cheap usb c cable?? Also the checkr app is only available for like 3 phone models all google nexus...
I have a question I have a speaker Bluetooth from Sony that requires a 1.5 amp or 3 amp USB power adapter unfortunately the cable that came with it is 1.5 amp rated with this damage my product or would I be better off buying the 3 amp cable
I think they should certify the good cables (the ones that actually work) in order to flush out the bad unreliable cables In the market. Many companies are misleading people into thinking the cable they have will work with their phone, but in reality the cable underperforms and can damage the device.
So is any type c to type c cable ok to use? for a type c keyboard to a MacBook type c port. So I could use a type c to type c charging cable and it would still transfer a sufficient amount of data?
My biggest question is which watt charger to use when buying a new usb-c charger. I have 2 devises that are USB-c charging ports. Moto z force and Chromebook pro. I was looking at getting a nekteck 90watt charger that's usb-if certified to use on both . Would that be a problem?? Thanks
hi would happen to know from you if what would be the appropriate power bank charger for a GPD Pocket and the appropriate cable to use? hope you can help me, thank you.
Sorry, I was talking about usb-A to usb-C cable, is there a difference for charging smartphone via computer and when transferring data. Will I break my battery if I use 3.0 cable? Also, can I use type-C to type-C to charge my smartphone, is it safe for battery. Smartphone supports quallcom quick charge 3.0. Sorry if I wasn't clear in my previous message.
So what do I do now with my OnePlus 2 Cable? If this is the case, why isn't the company replacing its cables and providing the proper ones to people who have patiently gone through the invite system to get the OP2
This video and the google engineer is incorrect in saying those cables are our of spec. Those cables are in spec but they allow for higher charging current. If they were limited then you can only charge your phone a lot slower even if you had a good charger. It's up to you to make sure you have a 3A charger.
Why do some USB cables that come with devices have a bulge that looks like a short AA battery in between the A and C connectors? For example, "USB Cable IFC-400PCU" that comes with Canon cameras have this bulge. What is that thing and if you replace with it USB cable that doesn't have the bulge will it harm the device? I can't find any information online on what that thing is that is in between the A and C connector.
Thanks a lot for explaining very clearly what the issue is in technicbeidldmhyuw jbggbsjs tyd green gdd shs vfbs bvg dh vhs nls.hgbs hcff s cddvs b chns.vgmd ggd
Does huawei mate 10 only charge with the fast charging cable?? Cuz i bought a type-c cable and it wont charge. I tried charging with my frens samsung type c and it was able to charge
just bought lg g5 ,sometimes i use nexus 4 charger -power is 5v@1.2a , sometimes iuse nextech portable charger -power is 5v@1a.Will using this to charge g5 damage g5 and the chargers? g5 uses either 5v @1.8a or 9v @1.8a
I still have issues comprehending the full problem here. I just bought the OP3, which has I assume an up to spec cable now. But if I charge the OP3 with a standard micro usb cable with an adapter on it such as an aukey, will that cable be up to spec?
How about Quickcharger cables? I got one that is retractable. It does not work after a few days. This was Quickcharge 2.0, intel version that still does 2A
It was going good until it got confusing at the at the end when he said the charger that came with the phone was still show up as a bad charger on that app. He said something about USBC to USBC. But how do us regular folk know which is USB a to USB C or USBC to USBC.? So basically it just got confusing all over again
Please please help I have a 2017 MacBook pro touch bar & I want a power cable with magsafe plus the cable to run data theres so many out there need some advice thank you Regards Steve
The link to the checker app is broken. There are tons of them out there by now but I want to use the one you recommended and it's practically impossible to find it between all the other ones on Google Play. New link? Please?
It is a misconception that when the phone asking for power, the power adapter is unable to deliver, can damage the adapter. It cannot supply more than it is rated for. The phone does not function like a too heavy load (like an amplifier or something), it consumes what it can take. if the phone wants 2A for example and gets only 1A, there is no problem only charging is slower. The real culprit is the quality of the cable (thickness and material of wires), the powerloss in the cable by resistance. Cheap cables populate not all connections of the connector or using flimsy thin/wires (to save production costs) to transport energy. More resistance = more heat = slower charging. If the charger gets really hot (at maximum juice), it will fail someday by dried out electrolitic capacitors because of the produced heat inside (unable to escape and small or even NO heatsink) the charger its enclosure. This has nothing to do with the provided power (it is capable of) however it is a design flaw (or caused by - everthing needs to be smaller), mostly on purpose to reduce the life cycle of the charger. These adapters are 'designed' to be small as is possible and because of that have a short life cycle at high currents (= more heat). To extend the lifecycle of a charger a little, buy a (large) heatsink and mount it on the hotspot of the charger.
Hii, thanks for the video....i would like to know how to connect the c cable from laptop to one plus two ?? if i need to charge the phone from laptop...
Lots of misinformation! These concerns are mainly an issue when the device is requesting more than 5v (i.e 12v) There concerns were primarily with the chromebook pixel (or macbook) which use the USB C spec that allows voltage stepping. A device can "request" all it wants, but the charger can only charge at a given rate. People seem to misunderstand this concept. I phone doesn't tell a charger to "try and charge at 3 amps ok?" Like its egging it on or something. The reason OnePlus and others have but a 10k ohm resistor (which is only supposed to be used on C to C cables) is so they can get a good charge rate from the dozens of existing wall-warts people own. This is a good thing, but you DO need to understand if and when you get USB-C devices that charge with a non 5v voltage stepping (i.e. laptops) the amount of amperage going through the cable might become of some concern. Now, some cheap wallwarts to lack proper regulation in the circuitry and the constant high demand may damage them. This is not really a fault of the cable, I would imagine any OEM/equivalent wallwart with the proper safe gaurds built in will have a long life charging with a 10k resistor usb c cable
+Mike Trieu (MegasChara) 20 amps is well out of USB spec, amperage can only be looked at relative to voltage. I.e. when determining a proper ck for a component you look at the components VA (volt amps) of course since DC voltage doesn't have a power factor total wattage can be used
trackready Yes, it is out of spec, but it seems to contradict your claim that "the charger can only charge at a given rate". Given enough load, no amount of regulation will be enough to protect a charger. Also, the spec has to consider backward compatibility with the original 1995 spec, which naively assumes no more than 500 mA draw. Even plugging in a modern smartphone would probably damage such a charger without the appropriate signaling.
+Mike Trieu (MegasChara) I may not be explaining this in layman's terms best as I could. A charger can only output a set amount. The USB spec dictates different resistances be used in the cable or charging brick so that a charger doesn't OVERCHARGE the device, not so it doesn't undercharge. Undercharging is done purposefully all the time, i.e. a "trickle charge" The issue that the Google engineers were pointing out were really specifically to usb cables that are carrying near 20v as part of the USB -C voltage stepping spec. With this amount of voltage the cable may not be able to handle the 60 some odd watts. You are essentially powering a light bulb through a usb cable
+jayrajb yes, but if you use the cable in a third party charger block that is rated less than 3A you might toast the charger, not the phone. Or same goes with a USB port on a computer, I would only use on a USB 3 port.
Wtf when did charging cables got so complicated?
Best reply..lol..keep it up bro
Because it's not just + and - cable. It needs data too. And must be packed together and require high current, and always bends when in use making it stretch-unstretch and will snap sometime.
It's mainly, because manufactures don't match the amount of power consumption of the cable and/or block. This has actually been an issue for a while, since type-c is so powerful, and universal, its just becoming more widespread.
Lol, I know!!!
When this guy explain them , dislike video making me complicated
Man fuck this complicated shit, I just want to charge my dam phone lol.
What about the charger that comes with your phone?
Norbert Rivera mine broke
Norbert Rivera also Nexus 5X doesn't come with a type C - type A cable
Deonte Stewart ikr which is why they should keep micro usb
Norbert Rivera A lot of people get extra chargers. I always keep my original charger at home and buy a couple of less
expensive ones to keep in other places besides home.
Just to clarify to everyone
1. this issue is with type A (your typical rectangle USB 1/2/3.0 connector) on one end of the cable and type C ( the new rounded shaped connector) on the other, that is what he means by type A to C.
2 . Type C to C connectors (the same connector on both sides) are 100% fine to use.
3. the app is developed to check A to C connectors, NOT C to C connectors. so C to C connectors will appear to fail even tho they are fine to use.
Hopefully this helps those of you out who are a little confused.
Clear and precise for me to understand the situation, thanks :-P
+SwanOnYT Thanks for this :)
+SwanOnYT Thanks for the clarification!
oh ok yeah i was looking for C to C and was seeing a bunch of 3.0. but if C to C is mostly fine then i can sleep better.
ah ok thanks makes me feel better
My Kindle Fire used a micro USB (USB-B). I had to buy one last month after the original cord frayed after six years. The man at Target was very helpful. He even found me a USB-B cord that was two feet longer than my original. I used it in my original power brick, and everything worked out fine.
The link to the app doesn't work , I can't find the checker app
Gotta love to work around that guy. He's so passionate about his craft!
Great video! Still wondering, does this applies to USB to microusb cables? Can they be "bad" or "good"?
That was a really good sponsor spot. If only all ads were that entertaining. And good info on the cables.
I've used cheap cables a lot and never had anything blow out. The only issue with them is that they take longer to charge and break faster.
Do you mean like Apple chargers?
And drain your battery faster
The "only" issue lol proceeds to name the two most important things about a cable
@@thraxberserker9960 So you just commented to comment, then.
@@RealStevenSaturday Yea reason why people reply to comments. This is like saying a restaurant is great the only issues are the food doesn't taste good and it's hard to eat it.
Well that explains why my $4 chargers kept breaking.. thanks for the video!
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Extremely cheap chargers can also be dangerous and some people have died using a malfunctioning charger. The reason is the cheap chargers often do away with safety features and safe design to save money on components so it's a bit of Russian roulette with the very cheap wall chargers.
@@elijahpascual2505 No, get manufacture cables if you can.
Benson, the engineer, did an update on his review of the techmatte type c adapter and tested were safe to use! used it myself with checkr app.. Good to go!
So I get it, the cables are really important but what about the Adapters that you plug into, Do I have to worry about those with spec cables? Is there an approved Car Charger yet?
Usb c with 3.1 standard that's all you need for data transfer.
While for charging your phone, it's okay if you use 2.0 standard as long as it support fast charging.
So is any type c to type c cable ok to use? for a type c keyboard to a MacBook type c port. So I could use a type c to type c charging cable and it would still transfer a sufficient amount of data?
Not so sure alot this video. Those cables are simply indicating to the phones that the maximum supply current of the chargers is 3A. A good adapter will only supply the maximum rated current and no more. A good Phone charging circuit will equally use only the correct charging current for its battery which is nowhere near 3A anyway.
The app is not on playstore. I google and find this. "This app is for Nexus 6P, Nexus 5X and Pixel C ONLY". Then what app should i use to check my cables?
The link for the app checker does not work, Can anyone give me the link?
The App called "checker" does not exist in the link provided. Has the link changed?
the way he explained made me more confused
Muhammad Raza yes I’m confused too
for real
It just boils down to the rp resistors!!!
No for real it is just too technical, the easiest translation is usb c was over idealized
where can i download this app checkR. it's not on google play store
the link doesn't work, is there is another link or any other apps that dose the same thing.
Great video, really easy to understand without going too deep into terminology.
Its not always good to be spoon fed information
is there an advantage of usb c to usb c over usb a to usb c? I see chargers with type c ports as well as type c ports at the back of newer IO panels of PC motherboards.
Google isn't "in charge" of USB type-c - not sure where you got that info from. It's part of the USB specification. Apple and Google were involved in development that is all.
So I should get rid of my already paid for cable that I got yesterday that has a red X?
I want to know is it the cable or the brick that makes a different in how the charging of your phone is affected.
What is the red, black, green, white wires which ones are positive, and grond
I was shopping for a replacement USB cable and I was smart enough to get one by Google. It was worth shelling out the $35.
which one would you recommend as a second charger for the n6p ?
Same problem with mini USB. Not all support data at all on some. Others limit how much power is transferred , all on the cable itself.
I have new Samsung Galaxy A03s phone with USB-C port, need to connect to old LG phone to transfer contacts etc. Have cable with male USB-C connectors on both ends. What specific adapter do I need to connect to old LG phone? Pleeeze!
My huawie wall adapter only outputs 2amps so im guessing il be safe using any cheap usb c cable?? Also the checkr app is only available for like 3 phone models all google nexus...
Where can download the checker app? In the playstore or reddit? Just give me the link pls
I have a question I have a speaker Bluetooth from Sony that requires a 1.5 amp or 3 amp USB power adapter unfortunately the cable that came with it is 1.5 amp rated with this damage my product or would I be better off buying the 3 amp cable
Please should i buy usb-c to usb -c or usb a to usb-c for my oneplus two device
I think they should certify the good cables (the ones that actually work) in order to flush out the bad unreliable cables In the market. Many companies are misleading people into thinking the cable they have will work with their phone, but in reality the cable underperforms and can damage the device.
Ronan M if they certify it, most other cables will have the same certification since it can be copied or replicated.
So is any type c to type c cable ok to use? for a type c keyboard to a MacBook type c port. So I could use a type c to type c charging cable and it would still transfer a sufficient amount of data?
so can I use the type c converter adapter?
My biggest question is which watt charger to use when buying a new usb-c charger.
I have 2 devises that are USB-c charging ports. Moto z force and Chromebook pro. I was looking at getting a nekteck 90watt charger that's usb-if certified to use on both . Would that be a problem??
Thanks
hi would happen to know from you if what would be the appropriate power bank charger for a GPD Pocket and the appropriate cable to use? hope you can help me, thank you.
Sorry, I was talking about usb-A to usb-C cable, is there a difference for charging smartphone via computer and when transferring data. Will I break my battery if I use 3.0 cable? Also, can I use type-C to type-C to charge my smartphone, is it safe for battery. Smartphone supports quallcom quick charge 3.0. Sorry if I wasn't clear in my previous message.
Some links aren't working?
The link no longer works, is there an updated link for the app?
So what do I do now with my OnePlus 2 Cable?
If this is the case, why isn't the company replacing its cables and providing the proper ones to people who have patiently gone through the invite system to get the OP2
Is Check R on the google play store I cant find it?
what about the cable that comes with the nexus 6p
This video and the google engineer is incorrect in saying those cables are our of spec. Those cables are in spec but they allow for higher charging current. If they were limited then you can only charge your phone a lot slower even if you had a good charger. It's up to you to make sure you have a 3A charger.
Is using a usb micro to c adapter for data connection to a thumb drive safe?
Hi, I'm looking for a type c to c cable that does Data transfer is there one I can get for my note 9 or are they only for charging?
Why do some USB cables that come with devices have a bulge that looks like a short AA battery in between the A and C connectors? For example, "USB Cable IFC-400PCU" that comes with Canon cameras have this bulge. What is that thing and if you replace with it USB cable that doesn't have the bulge will it harm the device? I can't find any information online on what that thing is that is in between the A and C connector.
I dig that couch mate.
What kind of charger does a zte tablet take pls help
whats the link?
for the checkr app
So can I get the checker in play store?
Can any c cable work with a gaming headset? Is the hyperx orbit s
I just want to know which way does my c charger plug into my Android phone does it matter or is one side up or
Is The Walmart brand Called ONN type c to type a up to speck?
Can I use the Samsung fast charging on the Nintendo Switch or use the original cable that it comes with in the box?
Thanks a lot for explaining very clearly what the issue is in a technical way. I've heard many dumbed down versions of what you said.
Thanks a lot for explaining very clearly what the issue is in technicbeidldmhyuw jbggbsjs tyd green gdd shs vfbs bvg dh vhs nls.hgbs hcff s cddvs b chns.vgmd ggd
Anyone know where can I find chekR
Your link of recommended cables doesn't work, by the way...
what if the cable supports 3amp but the adapter has max output of 2.1A and does this make all the power banks not useful anymore?
Does huawei mate 10 only charge with the fast charging cable?? Cuz i bought a type-c cable and it wont charge. I tried charging with my frens samsung type c and it was able to charge
not mentioned in the video but make sure when you're using checkr you plug the USB A to type c cord into a computer USB port, not a charger.
What cable do I use for my LG V30 from T-Mobile
Thank you for your help. Could you please confirm if thunderbolt 3 cable are the same for both windows and mac?
The link to checker is broken. I checked the play store and fpund nothing close to that app either.
just bought lg g5 ,sometimes i use nexus 4 charger -power is 5v@1.2a , sometimes iuse nextech portable charger -power is 5v@1a.Will using this to charge g5 damage g5 and the chargers? g5 uses either 5v @1.8a or 9v @1.8a
CheckR: This app is compatible with some of your devices.
can i use the c charger for my switch oled
I still have issues comprehending the full problem here.
I just bought the OP3, which has I assume an up to spec cable now.
But if I charge the OP3 with a standard micro usb cable with an adapter on it such as an aukey, will that cable be up to spec?
and what if I use the OP3 cable on a standard 5v, 1-2.4 amp charger?
How about Quickcharger cables? I got one that is retractable. It does not work after a few days. This was Quickcharge 2.0, intel version that still does 2A
The Cable Checker app link says We're sorry, the requested URL was not found on this server.
I bought 4 $7 cables and I've checked one of them with the app, got a green tick. Pretty happy with that!!!
Hey i know this comment is 4 years late but i cannot find the app
hey.. i have samsung galaxy s4 with the adapter of 5.0 - - - 2.0A power.. which usb cable should I buy for fast charging... thanks
prakash singh it doesn't support it
It was going good until it got confusing at the at the end when he said the charger that came with the phone was still show up as a bad charger on that app. He said something about USBC to USBC. But how do us regular folk know which is USB a to USB C or USBC to USBC.? So basically it just got confusing all over again
I bought nxet usb c magnetic cable is this a good make?
Please please help I have a 2017 MacBook pro touch bar & I want a power cable with magsafe plus the cable to run data theres so many out there need some advice thank you
Regards
Steve
what about Aukey 3.0 usb to type c cable is it good? please tell me
I have OnePlus 3T with dash charger, but I hate the standard 1m cable so how will Anker powerline+ work with the dash charging?
What's best to use on a LG aristo 2
Is this a problem with a usb-c to mini usb?
Not available on playstore.
And what about windows store?
Wow, thanks for this video! I just got a Nexus 5X, my first USB-C device, you saved me some $. Btw, I really like your videos, you do a great job.
Which type-c cable should I buy to use with an oneplus two?
Are all type-c to type-c connectors safe?
+348frank348 Your reply was very helpful.
The link to the checker app is broken.
There are tons of them out there by now but I want to use the one you recommended and it's practically impossible to find it between all the other ones on Google Play.
New link? Please?
Apparently that app is not available in my country so can you recommend any other??
It is a misconception that when the phone asking for power, the power adapter is unable to deliver, can damage the adapter. It cannot supply more than it is rated for. The phone does not function like a too heavy load (like an amplifier or something), it consumes what it can take. if the phone wants 2A for example and gets only 1A, there is no problem only charging is slower. The real culprit is the quality of the cable (thickness and material of wires), the powerloss in the cable by resistance.
Cheap cables populate not all connections of the connector or using flimsy thin/wires (to save production costs) to transport energy. More resistance = more heat = slower charging. If the charger gets really hot (at maximum juice), it will fail someday by dried out electrolitic capacitors because of the produced heat inside (unable to escape and small or even NO heatsink) the charger its enclosure. This has nothing to do with the provided power (it is capable of) however it is a design flaw (or caused by - everthing needs to be smaller), mostly on purpose to reduce the life cycle of the charger. These adapters are 'designed' to be small as is possible and because of that have a short life cycle at high currents (= more heat).
To extend the lifecycle of a charger a little, buy a (large) heatsink and mount it on the hotspot of the charger.
Does apple's cable meet the USB C specification?
So if you use a very high amp power brick then would it matter?
Hii, thanks for the video....i would like to know how to connect the c cable from laptop to one plus two ?? if i need to charge the phone from laptop...
Reviews are down?
Lots of misinformation! These concerns are mainly an issue when the device is requesting more than 5v (i.e 12v) There concerns were primarily with the chromebook pixel (or macbook) which use the USB C spec that allows voltage stepping. A device can "request" all it wants, but the charger can only charge at a given rate. People seem to misunderstand this concept. I phone doesn't tell a charger to "try and charge at 3 amps ok?" Like its egging it on or something. The reason OnePlus and others have but a 10k ohm resistor (which is only supposed to be used on C to C cables) is so they can get a good charge rate from the dozens of existing wall-warts people own. This is a good thing, but you DO need to understand if and when you get USB-C devices that charge with a non 5v voltage stepping (i.e. laptops) the amount of amperage going through the cable might become of some concern. Now, some cheap wallwarts to lack proper regulation in the circuitry and the constant high demand may damage them. This is not really a fault of the cable, I would imagine any OEM/equivalent wallwart with the proper safe gaurds built in will have a long life charging with a 10k resistor usb c cable
Huh? So you're saying if I plug that out-of-spec cable into my 20A dummy load, my charger will be A-OK? Current matters just as much as voltage.
+Mike Trieu (MegasChara) 20 amps is well out of USB spec, amperage can only be looked at relative to voltage. I.e. when determining a proper ck for a component you look at the components VA (volt amps) of course since DC voltage doesn't have a power factor total wattage can be used
+Michael Coates As long as its only used for 5v devices (I.e. phones) if its a decent charger you should have no issues
trackready Yes, it is out of spec, but it seems to contradict your claim that "the charger can only charge at a given rate". Given enough load, no amount of regulation will be enough to protect a charger. Also, the spec has to consider backward compatibility with the original 1995 spec, which naively assumes no more than 500 mA draw. Even plugging in a modern smartphone would probably damage such a charger without the appropriate signaling.
+Mike Trieu (MegasChara) I may not be explaining this in layman's terms best as I could. A charger can only output a set amount. The USB spec dictates different resistances be used in the cable or charging brick so that a charger doesn't OVERCHARGE the device, not so it doesn't undercharge. Undercharging is done purposefully all the time, i.e. a "trickle charge" The issue that the Google engineers were pointing out were really specifically to usb cables that are carrying near 20v as part of the USB -C voltage stepping spec. With this amount of voltage the cable may not be able to handle the 60 some odd watts. You are essentially powering a light bulb through a usb cable
I can't find the app, could anyone help me?
Is Walmarts onn type a to c up to speck??
+TechnoBuffalo Is the google usb type c to usb type a good?
So the CheckR app is only for the Nexus? It's saying not supported on my OnePlus 2...
+jayrajb all usb type c to type c cables are good. In other words, the oneplus cable is ok to use
+jayrajb yes, but if you use the cable in a third party charger block that is rated less than 3A you might toast the charger, not the phone. Or same goes with a USB port on a computer, I would only use on a USB 3 port.
What about one plus two checker?
I'm looking to get some cheap USB C to A female for my MacBook Pro. Can any kind heart give me some tips whether are they safe to use? Thanks
well thanks, i was about to buy a few cables cause i need them (obviously), now i know where to get them and which ones to get. great video.
I'd recommend i-orange cables. There nice
Davaughn Saunders that's exactly what i was going for.
Are you holding a Nexus 6P and calling it a Nexus 6? If so, that's confusing.