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There have been plenty of stories of poor-quality cables frying components, shorting chargers, or even catching fire, so we've gone to great lengths to test many options, including some of the best USB-C cables you can get and some of the most hazardous to avoid.
Here are some key gotchas you need to be aware of before buying a USB-C cable these days. Learn how to spot the bad ones and what you can do to end up with one that's fast, durable, and priced well.
Don't buy from no-name brands
This tip is true for most electronics, but it's especially important for USB-C cables. You might think a USB-C cable is just a bit of wiring in a sheath, but actually there are several safety features — at least, there should be — that ensure safe power delivery.
Of course, just because safety regulations exists doesn't mean that all manufacturers follow them, especially manuf
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