USB-C Cable for Android Auto

Hansi on 23/06/2020 - 12:10
Last edited 23/06/2020 - 14:07 by 1 other user

I was wondering what the Ozbargain USB cable of choice is for individuals?

I have tried multiple USB-C cables which work completely fine for data transfer / charging / fast charging at home, but my Android Auto system does not seem to like them. I assume most of them are too long and would cause a cable mess in the car anyway.

I'm currently running an Anker Micro-USB with USB-C adapter, but the connection often drops out.

When browsing, I have already found this explanation for choosing a suitable USB cable, obviously targeted at the US.

TLDR: Require USB-C Cable for Android Auto.

Automotive USB Cable USB Type C Cable

Comments

  • Soluble on 23/06/2020 - 12:26

    I'm just using a spare Samsung one that came with a note 9. Works 100% for me. I'm 97% sure I had a belkin one in there originally(purchased from one of many ozbargain deals) and it worked without a problem.

    • Hansi on 23/06/2020 - 14:29

      Cheers, I will have a look if any of the old boxes for phones contain one or alternatively buy one.

      So far I've been unlucky with: cheap USB C from. Ebay, SGIN cables of different lengths and a short Belkin one.

  • John Kimble on 23/06/2020 - 12:47

    I use currently use a Blitzwolf braided one. Works most of the time. On occasion it doesn't detect properly and I have to disconnect and reconnect at the phone.

    Have used tronsmart and ugreen ones previously, but they seem to fail a lot sooner.

    I suspect the constant plugging and unplugging damages something in the cable eventually.

  • MS Paint on 23/06/2020 - 13:05

    Is the USB socket in the car causing the problem?

    • Hansi on 23/06/2020 - 14:25

      I don't think so. The reason the connection breaks of is when my phone or cable move whilst driving. When they're not moving, it's fine in the right position.

  • AlexG on 23/06/2020 - 13:06

    i'm interested in this too. My Android Auto connection is super sporadic. I thought it was b/c i installed the head unit myself :/

  • AdosHouse on 23/06/2020 - 13:36

    My go to cable for data connection or Android Auto is a genuine Samsung cable.

    I have bought from this seller heaps and they always work, https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/GENUINE-Samsung-Galaxy-S10-S9-S8…

  • nawapb on 23/06/2020 - 14:22

    i found that different cables work with different phones. with my s8 the stock cable that came with it would not work disconnecting all the time and i switched to using Baseus cable which worked without any problems.

    then i got a TCL plex and it just wouldn't work i thought it was the phone but then realised it was the cable again had to switch back to the Samsung cable(which didn't work with samsung phone) and now it works no issue. So i cant explain why but i have always found for iPhone its never an issue with the genuine cable with androids its all over the place as i have tried other phones too with different results and nothing consistent.

    i have the sony ax5000 if that makes any difference.

  • Randxyz123 on 23/06/2020 - 14:27

    Try cygnet, they have been my go to for cables recently.

    Otherwise you can get that amazon basics on amazon AU.

    Do you have any friends you could borrow a USB C cable from to check it isn’t your car??

  • Caped Baldy on 23/06/2020 - 14:43

    Are you sure the problem isn't your phone?

    My old xiaomi had issues since I had the dual apps feature on.

    • Hansi on 23/06/2020 - 15:51

      I will try a different phone soon, see if that changes anything.

  • bargain crazy on 23/06/2020 - 14:53

    I have blitzwolf ones and work fine for my android (OP7), but the same brand cables for iPhone 7 fails after a few months.

  • Heaclan on 23/06/2020 - 23:13

    which phone and headunit do you have? I found the genuine cable that came with the phone worked. length shouldn't be an issue. mates got a 5m (dont ask) from kmart that works a dream

    • Hansi on 24/06/2020 - 11:34

      I have the stock built in unit for a 2018 Hyundai. I will look for the cable from my S8 box - fingers crossed.

      Interesting about the cable length, none of my long cables worked.

      • Heaclan on 24/06/2020 - 13:59

        also check the usbc port on the bottom of your phone. my headunit would take 5 attempts to recognise my phone before starting aa. cleaned mine out and now it works everytime

  • Sawtell on 24/06/2020 - 08:04

    I have had the same problems with AA and my note 10 plus. Tried many cables but the one that worked for me was a Belkin USB model F2CU029BT1M.

    USB 3.1 10Gbps data rate

    Expensive at $38 from Jb Hi Fi but had no problems since.

  • Hansi on 07/07/2020 - 17:51

    I used a Samsung brand USB-C Cable and it works much better, though the connection still drops occasionally. It definitely improved but I will check with a kthrr phone as well.

  • Pertuan on 08/07/2020 - 20:32

    I'm using a Fasgear bought from Amazon. It was cheap.

    Search for "Fasgear Warp Charge 30W Cable for Oneplus 8 Pro 8, 7 Pro 7T, [3ft] USB C Cable Dash Charging 20W Fast Charge Nylon Braided Data Type-C Cord Compatible with One Plus 7 6T 6 5T 5 3T (1m, Black)"

    It works so well I bought two.

  • skanr on 08/07/2020 - 23:42

    I'm using a ugreen one I got off Aliexpress.

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