I have this problem with cheap disposable vapes I get from corner stores. Elfbar did seem to add a resistor at some point, though, which is great :)
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Exway doesn't care about USB-C conformity
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#32Earlier quoted context omitted.
No moreso than using a USB-A to USB-C cable, unless I fundamentally misunderstand something
Doesn’t USB-C deliver more volts and amps?
Not if you’re using the resistors to demand power. It will only provide 5v, the same as USB-A. It’s sort of a “backwards-compatibility” mode.
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#34We really need a separate certification agency for USB / HDMI / DP devices.
With teeth.
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#35>“Just charge it with a USB-A to C cable! What’s the big deal here?”
The European Union would like to have a word with you....
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#36Reminds me of issues I had with the Wahoo Elemnt Bolt bike computer: For some weird reason it cannot charge if you plug the other end of the USB-C cord to a Apple made charger. It works with all other USB-C wall bricks. Never understood what that was about
Apple follows the standards. It probably tries to negotiate power before sending it; the other bricks just apply voltage no matter what.
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#38Since it's somewhat related to the topic, does anyone have a recommendation for where to buy USB 3.0 or 3.1 is cords is that are relatively inexpensive? I've gotten burned by Amazon too many times to trust.
If I really really really need it to work I buy an Apple one.
Otherwise go to a real manufacturer like monoprice or a smaller company that specializes in cable. They will usually work well.
You can’t get good cables for aliamazon bargain prices unless you go used/open box or similar.
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#39Given how complicated and inconsistent the USB-C spec is, I’m still surprised that Apple chose it even though it’s so terrible.
Apple is one of the key companies involved in the spec and guided it heavily. Why wouldn't they use?
Apple may be one of the few companies that actually follows it, too.
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#40I have this problem constantly. I have to work with a number of hardware devices for my job (non-consumer hardware) that proudly claim USB-C. But they also are exactly like the old USB-micro devices with a different port and don’t charge on real USB-C. So to charge them I use a USB-C to USB-A port adapter so I can plug in a USB-A to USB-C cable. It’s horrible.
> non-consumer hardware
Presumably not cheap too and they do… that.