Comment by scarface74
3 years ago
Can that $5 USB C cable support data transfers at USB3 speeds and video over USB C?
USB C also has licensing fees. The stated reason was to prevent “ewaste” and yes you can buy a $5 lightning cable.
Here is a 3 pack for $10
You're actually right about the video -C cables. That feature costs extra, and I didn't notice the first time. But it's rare to need one, and they'll get cheaper over time.
That 3-pack MFi Lightning for $10 is a new phenomenon. It was never like that before. I can believe it's not fake, just cheap cause it's old tech and on its way out.
Looking through my order history, I bought an “Amazon Basics” lightning cable for $8 back in 2015.