Cables Archives » Technically Well https://technicallywell.com/category/reviews/cables/ Tech that's good for you Thu, 05 Mar 2020 11:16:24 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://technicallywell.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/cropped-Square-Technically-Well-1-32x32.png Cables Archives » Technically Well https://technicallywell.com/category/reviews/cables/ 32 32 Volutz Micro USB Cable Review https://technicallywell.com/volutz-micro-usb-cable-review/ Thu, 05 Mar 2020 01:26:38 +0000 https://technicallywell.com/?p=6942 There are many brands of cables out there, so why should you consider Volutz cables? Charge Connectivity This cable allows a full 2.4 amp charge. During testing, I did not notice any resistance in the power transfer. Some lower-quality cables can reduce charging speed due to their inability to transfer a full 3 amp charge. […]

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There are many brands of cables out there, so why should you consider Volutz cables?

Charge Connectivity

This cable allows a full 2.4 amp charge. During testing, I did not notice any resistance in the power transfer. Some lower-quality cables can reduce charging speed due to their inability to transfer a full 3 amp charge.

This table was able to charge at full speed with the Volutz Micro USB cable.

I tested this cable with various devices such as Android phones, tablets, and Bluetooth speakers and they all charged properly.

This 5-pack of cables comes in a variety of sizes that Volutz has nicely categorized with colors.

Data Connectivity

Little known fact: not all Micro USB cables have data connectivity. You may have found this out if you ever tried to connect a Micro USB device to your computer using a generic cable you found in a junk drawer.

This Micro USB cable supports data transfer at USB 2.0 speeds up to 480Mb/s. Therefore, these cables can be used to back up your phone and transfer files with compatible applications.

Durability

This cable features a nylon covering and special housing (they call it “DualHousing”) at the connector to help protect against damage caused by bending. Thanks to this, the cables are able to withstand over 50,000 bends!

The special housing also makes the cables very easy to grip when plugging and unplugging them.

Warranty

Volutz gives a generous 2 year warranty on their cables that even covers wear and tear. Sure, a lifetime warranty would be better, but I’ve found that if a cable is going to fail, it typically happens within the first year.

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Volutz USB-C Cable Review https://technicallywell.com/volutz-usb-c-cable-review/ Thu, 05 Mar 2020 01:26:17 +0000 https://technicallywell.com/?p=6922 There are many brands of cables out there, so why should you consider Volutz cables? Charge Connectivity This cable allows a full 3 amp charge. During testing, I did not notice any resistance in the power transfer. Some lower-quality cables can reduce charging speed due to their inability to transfer a full 3 amp charge. […]

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There are many brands of cables out there, so why should you consider Volutz cables?

Charge Connectivity

This cable allows a full 3 amp charge. During testing, I did not notice any resistance in the power transfer. Some lower-quality cables can reduce charging speed due to their inability to transfer a full 3 amp charge. The cable also features a standard 56kΩ resistor for safety so it does not try to pull more than it should from 2.4 amp chargers.

The Volutz USB-C cable was able to provide a 5V 2A charge to my Samsung Galaxy Book 12 tablet.

I tested this cable with the Nintendo Switch and Samsung Galaxy Book 12 and both devices charged fine. Volutz also notes that this cable should also support the Samsung Galaxy S10, LG G6, Google Pixel and many more.

This 5-pack of cables comes in a variety of sizes that Volutz has nicely categorized with colors.

Data Connectivity

This USB-C cable supports data transfer at USB 2.0 speeds up to 480Mb/s. Therefore, these cables can be used to back up your phone and transfer files with compatible applications.

Durability

This cable features a nylon covering and special housing (they call it “DualHousing”) at the connector to help protect against damage caused by bending. Thanks to this, the cables are able to withstand over 50,000 bends!

The special housing also makes the cables very easy to grip when plugging and unplugging them.

Warranty

Volutz gives a generous 2 year warranty on their cables that even covers wear and tear. Sure, a lifetime warranty would be better, but I’ve found that if a cable is going to fail, it typically happens within the first year.

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iXCC Element II Lightning Cable Review https://technicallywell.com/ixcc-element-ii-lightning-cable-review/ Sat, 26 Aug 2017 18:31:31 +0000 https://technicallywell.com/?p=2935 You can never have too many charging cables and with the iXCC 2-pack, you can pick up 2 Lightning cables for less than the cost of 1 Apple OEM Lightning cable. Charge Connectivity These cables allows a full 2.4 amp charge.  During testing, I did not notice any resistance in the power transfer.  Some lower-quality […]

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You can never have too many charging cables and with the iXCC 2-pack, you can pick up 2 Lightning cables for less than the cost of 1 Apple OEM Lightning cable.

Charge Connectivity

These cables allows a full 2.4 amp charge.  During testing, I did not notice any resistance in the power transfer.  Some lower-quality cables can reduce charging speed due to their inability to transfer a full 2.4 amp charge.

Data Connectivity

In addition to charging, these cables can be used to connect your iPhone to your laptop and back it up with iTunes.  I did not notice any issues while syncing data with these cables.

Durability

These cables does not feature a nylon covering which may decrease durability somewhat.  However, the cord is thicker than the OEM Apple Lightning cable (see image below).

Warranty

Compared to the OEM Apple Lightning cable, the iXCC is thicker.

iXCC gives a generous 2 year warranty on their cables that even covers wear and tear.  The only thing that would score this higher would be a lifetime warranty, but I’ve found that if a cable is going to fail, it typically happens within the first year.

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iXCC USB C to USB A 6ft Cable Review https://technicallywell.com/ixcc-usb-c-to-usb-a-6ft-cable-review/ Sat, 26 Aug 2017 18:19:29 +0000 https://technicallywell.com/?p=2926 USB Type-C is the future of connectivity and this durable cable from iXCC can help you get an early start on your cable stockpile. Charge Connectivity This cable allows a full 3 amp charge.  During testing, I did not notice any resistance in the power transfer.  Some lower-quality cables can reduce charging speed due to […]

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USB Type-C is the future of connectivity and this durable cable from iXCC can help you get an early start on your cable stockpile.

Charge Connectivity

This cable allows a full 3 amp charge.  During testing, I did not notice any resistance in the power transfer.  Some lower-quality cables can reduce charging speed due to their inability to transfer a full 3 amp charge.  The cable also features a standard 56kΩ resistor for safety so it does not try to pull 3 amps from 2.4 amp chargers.

I tested this cable with the Nintendo Switch and it charged fine.  iXCC also notes that this cable should also support the Samsung GALAXY S8 S8+, Macbook 12 inch, ChromeBook Pixel, Nokia N1 Tablet, Nexus 5X and Pixel C.

Data Connectivity

This USB-C cable supports data transfer at USB 2.0 speeds up to 480Mb/s.

Durability

This cable does not feature a nylon covering which may decrease durability somewhat.  However, the cord does feel thicker than other cables I’ve used, but only time will tell.

Warranty

iXCC gives a generous 2 year warranty on their cables that even covers wear and tear.  The only thing that would score this higher would be a lifetime warranty, but I’ve found that if a cable is going to fail, it typically happens within the first year.

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iXCC MFi-Certified Braided Lightning Cable Review https://technicallywell.com/ixcc-mfi-certified-braided-lightning-cable-review/ Fri, 25 Aug 2017 15:37:34 +0000 https://technicallywell.com/?p=2920 Apple’s official cables can be pricey, but iXCC’s braided Lightning cable can save you some money and give you a more durable cable! Charge Connectivity This cable allows a full-speed, 2.4 amp charge.  During testing, I did not notice any resistance in the power transfer.  Some lower-quality cables can reduce charging speed due to their […]

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Apple’s official cables can be pricey, but iXCC’s braided Lightning cable can save you some money and give you a more durable cable!

Charge Connectivity

This cable allows a full-speed, 2.4 amp charge.  During testing, I did not notice any resistance in the power transfer.  Some lower-quality cables can reduce charging speed due to their inability to transfer a full 2.4 amp charge.

Data Connectivity

This Lightning cable allows you to connect your iPhone to your computer for backing up and syncing with iTunes.

I did not notice any data transfer issues while using the cable and my iTunes backups completed without an issue.

Durability

The nylon covering on the cable makes it more durable than traditional cables.  It is also ideal for using in your car as some plastic cables tend to become brittle and break after exposure to extreme heat and cold.

Warranty

iXCC gives a generous 2 year warranty on their cables that even covers wear and tear.  The only thing that would score this higher would be a lifetime warranty, but I’ve found that if a cable is going to fail, it typically happens within the first year.

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