Monoprice
Monoprice 138400 Flat USB-C to Lightning Cable
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USB-C
Experience Rapid Charging and Seamless Syncing The Monoprice Apple Mfi Certified Flat Lightning to USB Type-C Cable offers premium charging and syncing for your Apple devices. Its flat cable design prevents tangling, while the aluminum connectors ensure durability. Features: Apple Mfi Cert...
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Overview
Experience Rapid Charging and Seamless Syncing
The Monoprice Apple Mfi Certified Flat Lightning to USB Type-C Cable offers premium charging and syncing for your Apple devices. Its flat cable design prevents tangling, while the aluminum connectors ensure durability.
Features:
- Apple Mfi Certified
- Rapid Charging up to 18W (Power Delivery)
- Tangle-Resistant Flat Cable
- Aluminum Connectors
Key Features
Apple Mfi Certified: Apple Mfi Certified means that this cable is 100 percent compatible with your Apple iOS devices with lightning Connector.
Premium charge and sync: This USB-C to Lightning cable allows you to rapidly charge with up to 18 watts of power delivery (PD) using a compatible USB-C PD charger. You can also sync data to and from your Apple iOS Device.
Tangle resistant flat cable: the flat cable design resists tangling, saving you the time and frustration associated with using ordinary round cables.
Aluminum connectors: superior internal structural design is capped by aluminum connector heads, resulting in a cable that is much more durable.
Compatible with iPhone 6S Plus/ 6S/ 6 Plus/ 6/ 5S/ 5C/ 5 iPad Air/ air 2/ iPad mini/ mini 2/ mini 3/ iPad 4th generation/ iPod Nano 7th generation/ iPod touch 5th generation.
Specifications
Brand
Monoprice
Connector Type
USB-C to Lightning
Certification
Apple MFi Certified
Power Delivery
Up to 18 Watts
Cable Design
Flat
Connector Material
Aluminum
Compatibility
iPhone 6S Plus/ 6S/ 6 Plus/ 6/ 5S/ 5C/ 5 iPad Air/ air 2/ iPad mini/ mini 2/ mini 3/ iPad 4th generation/ iPod Nano 7th generation/ iPod touch 5th generation
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Offers rapid charging capabilities up to 18 watts of power delivery when paired with a compatible USB-C PD charger.
- Ensures full compatibility and reliable performance with Apple iOS devices due to its MFi certification.
- Features a flat cable design that effectively prevents tangling, reducing frustration and saving time during use.
- Constructed with durable aluminum connector heads, providing enhanced longevity compared to standard cables.
- Supports both charging and data syncing, allowing for versatile use with a wide range of Apple iOS devices.
👎 Cons
- Requires a separate, compatible USB-C PD charger to utilize the cable's full 18-watt rapid charging potential.
- The cable's specific compatibility is limited to Apple iOS devices that feature a Lightning connector.
- While tangle-resistant, the flat design might still experience some minor twisting in specific storage situations.
- The stated durability of aluminum connectors does not imply the cable is indestructible under extreme conditions.
- Users without a USB-C port on their charger or computer will not be able to fully utilize this cable's features.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Monoprice cable officially approved by Apple for use with my iPhone?
Yes, this Monoprice cable is Apple MFi Certified, ensuring 100 percent compatibility with your Apple iOS devices that feature a Lightning Connector.
Can this cable charge my iPhone faster than standard cables?
This cable supports rapid charging with up to 18 watts of power delivery (PD) when used with a compatible USB-C PD charger, which can significantly speed up charging times.
What are the benefits of the flat cable design?
The flat cable design is specifically engineered to resist tangling, which helps save time and reduces the frustration often associated with managing ordinary round cables.
Are the connectors on this cable built to last?
The cable features aluminum connector heads, which indicate a superior internal structural design intended to provide much greater durability compared to standard connectors.
Can I use this cable for both charging and transferring data?
Absolutely, this USB-C to Lightning cable is designed to allow you to both rapidly charge your device and sync data to and from your Apple iOS Device.
Which Apple devices are compatible with this particular cable?
This cable is compatible with a wide range of devices, including iPhone 6S Plus/ 6S/ 6 Plus/ 6/ 5S/ 5C/ 5, iPad Air/ Air 2/ iPad Mini/ Mini 2/ Mini 3/ iPad 4th generation, and iPod Nano 7th generation/ iPod touch 5th generation.
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