How to Tell if a USB-C to USB-A Cable Is High Quality? Need Recommendations for Android Auto

pixpotato on 20/10/2024 - 19:03

Hi all,

I’ve been having trouble with Android Auto in my MG4, and I suspect the issue might be with my current USB-C to USB-A cables. They charge fine but don’t seem to work for data transfer with Android Auto.

Can anyone share tips on how to tell if a USB-C to USB-A cable is high quality when buying online? What features or specs should I look out for?

Also, if you have any recommendations for high-quality cables that have worked well with Android Auto, that would be super helpful!

Thanks in advance for your advice!

Electrical & Electronics USB Cable

Comments

  • Hybroid on 20/10/2024 - 19:04
    +3

    If it says ANKER or UGREEN on it, it's high quality. Pay a bit extra for peace of mind.

    • pixpotato on 20/10/2024 - 19:28

      Anything decent I can buy in person?

      • Hybroid on 20/10/2024 - 19:38
        +3

        A Belkin cable from JBHiFi: https://www.jbhifi.com.au/products/belkin-boostup-charge-usb…

      • BlueElephant on 20/10/2024 - 22:32

        If you can get to IKEA, try the SITTBRUNN cable they sell.
        USB-A to USB-C Yellow cable, $2. (still available in store, not expired).
        USB-C to USB-C Blue cable, $4.
        I have used Android Auto with this yellow one and works reliable enough. For the price, I really like this cable.

        • pixpotato on 20/10/2024 - 23:17
          +2

          Dedinitely can and am due for an ikea visit for a chair!

        • aussieplip on 21/10/2024 - 19:27

          I have had problems with the IKEA yellow cable in one of our cars, works fine on the other car though. Not sure why? Belkin works great though

        • pixpotato on 21/10/2024 - 23:06
          +1

          Ikea yellow cable worked a charm!

    • kerfuffle on 20/10/2024 - 21:11
      -1

      Yep this. Haven't had any issues with my UGreen cables

  • elgrande on 20/10/2024 - 19:05
    +1

    I use a blutooth adaptor = no more cables

    • ihfree on 20/10/2024 - 19:23
      +1

      Android auto Wireless adaptor?

    • pixpotato on 20/10/2024 - 19:26

      Yeah saw one on youtube! Gonna get one from aliexpress too

  • ihfree on 20/10/2024 - 19:24

    +1 for Anker cables.

    You could also clean your phones USB port.

  • valuer on 20/10/2024 - 19:35
    +1

    These works for me, with AA, charging and data..

    https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005007017224378.html

  • ytthr on 21/10/2024 - 12:31
    -3

    Buy an Apple original cable.

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