USB-C: mind those cables

[bendejo]

it's good that this was caught sooner than later

http://gizmodo.com/cheap-usb-c-cables-could-kill-your-phone-or-laptop-1757115350

[keeniau96]

This is a good warning. I have a OnePlus 2 that requires the USB-C connection and the official company cable is a flat one that works fine (the common USB-A one end with USB-C other, connecting to my phone). I also got a spare aftermarket cable with a unique connection wire (not braided cover) and that one works OK. Have not seen any USB-C cables here in Phuket but will keep an eye out for the braided versions.

[bendejo]

Looks like this is being taken seriously.

http://www.pcworld.com/article/3048425/hardware/amazon-bans-shoddy-dangerous-usb-c-cables.html

This article contains some good links, like a FAQ with the technical details.

[Langsuan Man]

Amazon is taking it seriously also:

Amazon bans the sale of dodgy USB Type-C connectors and adapters

http://9to5google.com/2016/03/30/amazon-usb-type-c-ban/

[Pib]

Hurt my head trying to understand the problem....that is, is the problem within the USB C cable or within the charger and/or device. Turns out it could be either...depends on how the cable "and" charger/device are designed....could be the cable or the charger/device causing the problem. Guess that means being durn sure you buy the right USB C cable for any device that uses such a USB C cable---of course figuring out how to do that can be a problem in itself.

USB TYPE C INTRODUCTION.pdf