Tech V&R Discussion [was: USB Power]

[Quoth]

Originally Posted by ratinox

Indeed, but I categorize this as user error. If I buy the wrong cable then it's on me for buying the wrong cable. I won't blame the cable for my mistake.

I acknowledge the high-speed, super-speed, ludicrous-speed nonsense is a problem. It is one that is finally going away. On spec cables manufactured after 2024 are clearly labeled for capabilities and purpose. Power cables have a wattage rating (60W or 240W) label, and charge-only cables are specifically labeled as Charger cables. Cables intended for data have a numeric speed rating. DisplayPort cables have the DP icon. Multi-purpose cables have multiple icons or hybrid icons which denote capabilities. A 240W, 40Gbps cable with DisplayPort will have 240W, 40Gbps, DP labels.

Not in shops I know.

[JSWolf]

Originally Posted by nana77

Yes, but - imho - I'd readed it a couple of times in the forums: all of those things lands to the only power, as consumers, we have: likewise to choose what we buy.
So if wanting a good cable, it's not that correct to say: "I went on the shop, bought a cable, and it's crap". If doing a little of search, maybe choosing not to buy today, but doing a personal information about, results on finding (maybe not locally, maybe on online shops, maybe not shipping in 2 hours) the good one cable, or whatever other device - imho.
Specially when it comes to tech. And specially when talking about cables, if them are cheap plastic * in 2/3 years will become quite stiffened plastic (silicone or a better product wouldn't).
Sorry for the long write.
Edit: preceeded.
* (PVC plastic ones, e.g. are the most common),

I've seen plenty of cables in shops including shops in airports where the cables are not properly labeled. So you buy the cable and take your chances. You may not have a choice if you find you need a cable now but all you can get is an unknown cable.

For me, when I go on vacation, I make sure and bring cables with me. I bring more cables then I'll probably need. And now I know I need some specific cables. I need the USB-C cable for my phone/watch charger that came with it. I need a USB-A/USB-C cable as my Surface Pro 2 only has a USB-A port. I also bring my multi-cable as my wife may be bringing something that needs microUSB. It's crazy how many cables we may need.

[ratinox]

Originally Posted by Quoth

Not in shops I know.

Originally Posted by JSWolf

I've seen plenty of cables in shops including shops in airports where the cables are not properly labeled.

Fair. Might be new old stock. Might be off spec. No way to know if it isn't from a reputable manufacturer and isn't clearly labeled.

But then, if it isn't from a reputable manufacturer and isn't clearly labeled then you probably should avoid it. Caveat emptor.

[ratinox]

Originally Posted by JSWolf

For me, when I go on vacation, I make sure and bring cables with me. I bring more cables then I'll probably need. And now I know I need some specific cables. I need the USB-C cable for my phone/watch charger that came with it. I need a USB-A/USB-C cable as my Surface Pro 2 only has a USB-A port. I also bring my multi-cable as my wife may be bringing something that needs microUSB. It's crazy how many cables we may need.

I need.... One USB-C for my notebook. One USB-C for my pocket router. One USB-C to charge my phone, tablet, game controller, Steam Deck (assuming I pack it) as needed. And one specialty puck for my watch. Four cables, three identical charge cables and one specialty puck. I could cut the three down to two with a sacrifice of convenience but the weight and space savings would be negligible after accounting for the two power adapters and the power bagel.