Cables for Pixel 2 XL - USB 3.1 to C and USB C to C. - Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers

Hello guys!
So here I am a guy with Pixel 2 XL and I have some issues with the cables I got.
With problems I mean its too short! however, Before I ask if these products are good I will start off by saying im a swedish guy and I will probably send swedish links for the cables but yeah...
So the reason I want to buy a
USB 3.1 to C = Is because of the Car and Powerbank, I have good powerbanks that doesn't support USB C and also my car who only got USB port, If I want to charge them outside I need to buy a new Cable and I found this:
https://new.webhallen.com/se/product/273125-Anker-PowerLine-1m-USB-C-Vit?ref=Prisjakt
Is this good enough?
USB C to C (The OG cable) - the reason I need a new one is because the OG cable is too short for me in the bed when im loading it, I need a miniumum of a 2m cable and of course I want a cable that also support a fast charging or whatever it needs to get it charge the phone fast. I found this:
https://fyndiq.se/product/6787759-deltaco-usb-31-kabel-gen-2-typ-c-hane/
What do you guys think of these to cables? Also if you have a better cable, Please recommend me!

Anyone?

Thrillofit said:
Hello guys!
So here I am a guy with Pixel 2 XL and I have some issues with the cables I got.
With problems I mean its too short! however, Before I ask if these products are good I will start off by saying im a swedish guy and I will probably send swedish links for the cables but yeah...
So the reason I want to buy a
USB 3.1 to C = Is because of the Car and Powerbank, I have good powerbanks that doesn't support USB C and also my car who only got USB port, If I want to charge them outside I need to buy a new Cable and I found this:
https://new.webhallen.com/se/product/273125-Anker-PowerLine-1m-USB-C-Vit?ref=Prisjakt
Is this good enough?
USB C to C (The OG cable) - the reason I need a new one is because the OG cable is too short for me in the bed when im loading it, I need a miniumum of a 2m cable and of course I want a cable that also support a fast charging or whatever it needs to get it charge the phone fast. I found this:
https://fyndiq.se/product/6787759-deltaco-usb-31-kabel-gen-2-typ-c-hane/
What do you guys think of these to cables? Also if you have a better cable, Please recommend me!
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Thrillofit said:
Anyone?
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I think both of those choices should work fine. Just a little FYI. If your using a laptop, some people have had issues with 3.x cables, and have had to use 2.0 cables for proper data transfer. For more info to see what others have used, you can look here ?
https://forum.xda-developers.com/pixel-2-xl/accessories/usb-type-c-cables-chargers-t3685800

Badger50 said:
I think both of those choices should work fine. Just a little FYI. If your using a laptop, some people have had issues with 3.x cables, and have had to use 2.0 cables for proper data transfer. For more info to see what others have used, you can look here
https://forum.xda-developers.com/pixel-2-xl/accessories/usb-type-c-cables-chargers-t3685800
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Oh its fine! I have a supported 3.0 desktop computer so I guess that's fine?

Thrillofit said:
Oh its fine! I have a supported 3.0 desktop computer so I guess that's fine?
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He's saying that for some people USB 3.0 cables cause problems when fastbooting, so have a USB 2.0 cable available in case you become one of those people with USB 3.0 issues.

Az Biker said:
He's saying that for some people USB 3.0 cables cause problems when fastbooting, so have a USB 2.0 cable available in case you become one of those people with USB 3.0 issues.
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Oohh dang! Well thats gonna be intressting to try out haha. But cable C to C is no problem and still gonna support me a fast charging?

Thrillofit said:
Oohh dang! Well thats gonna be intressting to try out haha. But cable C to C is no problem and still gonna support me a fast charging?
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I got this plus another 2M cable from the same company. My HP laptop has a C port and it does support fast charging. Never had a problem with fastboot either but some have.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H3COF62/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Thrillofit said:
Oohh dang! Well thats gonna be intressting to try out haha. But cable C to C is no problem and still gonna support me a fast charging?
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The C to C cable will be fine for fast charging :good:

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Otg support ?

Hello everyone,
Is the pixel c support OTG ? can i use an usb flash drive with the pixel c ? thanks a lot
On twitter Google store answer me : "Mind if we jump in? The Pixel C does not have USB OTG. Hope that helps."
Thanks a lot
Yes. It does have OTG. I have tested it with a USB-C hub and was able to use a usb flash drive and Ethernet my device.
ewgit said:
Yes. It does have OTG. I have tested it with a USB-C hub and was able to use a usb flash drive and Ethernet my device.
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Can you post a link to what your using for a hub?
Hub here works great:
DBPOWER, Hub USB C , 4-Port USB 3.0 Hub for type c devices like the new MacBook, ChromeBook Pixel, smart-phone Nexus 6 and OnePlus 2 (Grey) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B014UPCWDS
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CharlesW123 said:
Hub here works great:
DBPOWER, Hub USB C , 4-Port USB 3.0 Hub for type c devices like the new MacBook, ChromeBook Pixel, smart-phone Nexus 6 and OnePlus 2 (Grey) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B014UPCWDS
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Is it correct that this hub doesn't have power pass through to be able to charge the tablet?
Really like the hub, but didn't buy, as I'd like it to power the tablet too.
I picked up a Griffin USB-C to USB-A adapter, plugged it in to my Pixel C, and plugged a memory stick into the cable. ES File Explorer recignized the memory stick immediately. On the box for the cable it stated that it was for plugging USB peripherals into your tablet.
https://griffintechnology.com/us/usb-c-to-usb-a-adapter
With so many cables not passing Benson Leung's tests, I am a bit unsure with USB-C OTG cable I should get. The original one from Google is 15 € which is kinda expensive...
Does anyone know if he reviewed some USB-C OTG cables? I can't find anything.
It only has full size USB a ports, so can't plug in a charger no.
The battery life is great on he Pixel C though, so all good
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scoobydu said:
Is it correct that this hub doesn't have power pass through to be able to charge the tablet?
Really like the hub, but didn't buy, as I'd like it to power the tablet too.
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I'm waiting for this one https://www.hypershop.com/products/usb-c-5-in-1-hub-with-pass-though-usb-c-charging to arrive for that exact reason.
skally said:
I'm waiting for this one https://www.hypershop.com/products/usb-c-5-in-1-hub-with-pass-though-usb-c-charging to arrive for that exact reason.
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That one looks very nice!
skally said:
I'm waiting for this one https://www.hypershop.com/products/usb-c-5-in-1-hub-with-pass-though-usb-c-charging to arrive for that exact reason.
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I did see that one, but wondered how it would work with the ucb-c in the position it is on the pixel c? mabook its on the base, but c its on the side of the tablet.
scoobydu said:
I did see that one, but wondered how it would work with the ucb-c in the position it is on the pixel c? mabook its on the base, but c its on the side of the tablet.
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Type C is reversible so it should just flip up like ?
Edit: and I wasnt questioning you I was more posing it as a question to myself But it should just go up the side of it
ZiggSVO said:
Type C is reversible so it should just flip up like ?
Edit: and I wasnt questioning you I was more posing it as a question to myself But it should just go up the side of it
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I agree that you could get it to fit, but not sure I'd want it facing straight up with my cables and sticks attached.
Seems it would stress the port or worse I'd catch it and cause some damage.
I'm thinking of this -> http://www.amazon.co.uk/Galopar-Cha...qid=1450272359&sr=8-22&keywords=usb-c+adapter with a standard usb3 hub attached?
scoobydu said:
I'm thinking of this -> http://www.amazon.co.uk/Galopar-Cha...qid=1450272359&sr=8-22&keywords=usb-c+adapter with a standard usb3 hub attached?
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Looks great, but how do you know it is compatible? After Benson Leung's reviews on USB-C cables, I am afraid to purchase any third party accessories...
Sam-X- said:
Looks great, but how do you know it is compatible? After Benson Leung's reviews on USB-C cables, I am afraid to purchase any third party accessories...
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Short answer is I don't at the moment, as have not had a chance to look at the online spreadsheet to see what he has tested and approved.
Will hopefully get to look later.
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Does not appear to be included in the spreadsheet, so likely he has not reviewed.
I tried Google's own USB C to A (female adapter that looks like a otg cable) with a memory stick and it did not work, however I plugged in a USB2 hub into that adapter and then plugged the memory stick into that and it sees to work like a charm with esexplorer, I could also attach other things like a mouse and that worked too at the same time! So the trick is to use a USB hub with Google's adapter first and you can use any USB accessories just not directly into the adapter. I have not tried a USB 3 type hub as I don't have one but I suspect it will be fine and give you even faster speeds.
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There are lots of OTG devices that work perfectly on my Nexus 5x - such as a microSD adapter, USB C ->A with a thumbdrive and my iRig UA guitar adapter
None of these work on my Pixel C.
I just got off a chat with Google support where I was told
"I'm sorry to inform you, at this moment it's not compatible. Be rest assured [sic], our engineers are working on a software fix to make it compatible with the Pixel C."
I responded with a link to the reddit AMA which seemed to state otherwise and the support rep told me that she'd get back to me via email with a response.
You can try plugging a USB 2.0 or 3.0 hub into a USB C>A adapter (mine was the Google adapter and the hub a USB 2 unpowered type) as I did and and that worked for me and I can now access Memory sticks on my Pixel C with no extra software (not sure about your iRig but it worked with other accessories I tried plugging into the hub).
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e3phillip said:
You can try plugging a USB 2.0 or 3.0 hub into a USB C>A adapter (mine was the Google adapter and the hub a USB 2 unpowered type) as I did and and that worked for me and I can now access Memory sticks on my Pixel C with no extra software (not sure about your iRig but it worked with other accessories I tried plugging into the hub).
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Thanks, I'll try with a hub. I just don't understand why a hub is required for the Pixel-C but not for the Nexus 5x
There certainly seems to be a less complete stack in the Pixel-c -vs- the Nexus 5x.
Interestingly when I insert a cable into the Nexus 5x I get a dialog to set the usb mode:
"Use USB for
- Charging
- Power Supply
- File Transfers
- Photo transfer (PTP)
- Midi"
Where as the Pixel-C only gets "Power Supply" as an option.

USB Type c to USB 2.0 /3.0 ADAPTOR

I want to connect my nexus 5x with laptop for file/data transfer as well as USB tethering . My laptop only has USB 2.0 and 3.0 ports so can you guys recommend proper USB type to USB or micro USB 2.0/3.0 adaptor/cables. I want to make sure to buy the right cables/adaptor
which one is good?
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B011995DDO
or
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01AHKYIRS
Both will work fine. Anker makes good stuff too. I have many of their cables and chargers all quality stuff. Definitely recommend them.
OhioYJ said:
Both will work fine. Anker makes good stuff too. I have many of their cables and chargers all quality stuff. Definitely recommend them.
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ok thank you. I was curious because i heard that if you use wrong cable it might damage phone because of difference in current flows. If we used type c to USB adopter and charge it visa usb cable then i assume it will charge it with normal speed? or still rapid charge?
Rajaasim1980 said:
ok thank you. I was curious because i heard that if you use wrong cable it might damage phone because of difference in current flows. If we used type c to USB adopter and charge it visa usb cable then i assume it will charge it with normal speed? or still rapid charge?
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That cable has the proper resistor configuration to indicate legacy source device so it should be fine (just look for 56k resistor)
Anytime you have a conversion from USB A to C the cable is supposed to be configured in such a way to tell the device being charged to fall back to USB charging rates (.5A to 1.5A). If that 56K resistor was substituted with a different resistor like in earlier designs, the device being charged might think the source device can handle more and will pull more current than available. This could damage your USB port in your example. However since the proper resistor is in place, the 5x will limit the current draw to what USB A can do and your USB A port should be ok.
sfhub said:
That cable has the proper resistor configuration to indicate legacy source device so it should be fine (just look for 56k resistor)
Anytime you have a conversion from USB A to C the cable is supposed to be configured in such a way to tell the device being charged to fall back to USB charging rates (.5A to 1.5A). If that 56K resistor was substituted with a different resistor like in earlier designs, the device being charged might think the source device can handle more and will pull more current than available. This could damage your USB port in your example. However since the proper resistor is in place, the 5x will limit the current draw to what USB A can do and your USB A port should be ok.
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So this tiny anker adaptor also has this proper resistor configuration ?
Have bought 2 here, both good, did the test with checkr from playstore.
USB 3.1 Type C Cable Type-C to USB 2.0 A Charging sync data For Nokia N1 Google Nexus 5X / 6P ZUK Z1 OnePlus 2 xiaomi 4c
http://s.aliexpress.com/nUnQRNBN
(from AliExpress Android)
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Rajaasim1980 said:
I want to connect my nexus 5x with laptop for file/data transfer as well as USB tethering . My laptop only has USB 2.0 and 3.0 ports so can you guys recommend proper USB type to USB or micro USB 2.0/3.0 adaptor/cables. I want to make sure to buy the right cables/adaptor
which one is good?
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B011995DDO
or
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01AHKYIRS
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http://bensonapproved.com or simply bensons amazon profile are good places to check for cables which are safe to use.
Rajaasim1980 said:
So this tiny anker adaptor also has this proper resistor configuration ?
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Yup, it is fine.
Wout2426 said:
Have bought 2 here, both good, did the test with checkr from playstore.
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That app is not always 100% accurate. I have cables that Benson says are not in spec, that the app says are in spec. So I don't trust it.
OhioYJ said:
That app is not always 100% accurate. I have cables that Benson says are not in spec, that the app says are in spec. So I don't trust it.
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Agreed. Go by the list, not those apps.
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Nexus 5x is USB 2.0 type C. There is a difference between cable interface and cable speed. Cable speed is designed as 1.0, 2.0 3.0 etc. Cable interface is designed by letters - A, B, C. Type A refers to the standard USB outlet found on a computer, while type C refers to the connector that plugs into the Nexus 5X. You can have a type c cable at either 2.0 or 3.0 speeds.
sfhub said:
Yup, it is fine.
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I purchased these two anker USB-C to Micro-USB adaptor but when i connect to USB port of PC ..it just show empty nexus folder and you cannot copy/past stuff
do i need to install something else for computer to recognise nexus phone?
Rajaasim1980 said:
I purchased these two anker USB-C to Micro-USB adaptor but when i connect to USB port of PC ..it just show empty nexus folder and you cannot copy/past stuff
do i need to install something else for computer to recognise nexus phone?
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Did you drag the USB notification at the top and set the mode to MTP?
Rajaasim1980 said:
I purchased these two anker USB-C to Micro-USB adaptor but when i connect to USB port of PC ..it just show empty nexus folder and you cannot copy/past stuff
do i need to install something else for computer to recognise nexus phone?
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unlock your phone, check your notifications, and choose the correct usb-connection type
SeriesOfTubes said:
Nexus 5x is USB 2.0 type C. There is a difference between cable interface and cable speed. Cable speed is designed as 1.0, 2.0 3.0 etc. Cable interface is designed by letters - A, B, C. Type A refers to the standard USB outlet found on a computer, while type C refers to the connector that plugs into the Nexus 5X. You can have a type c cable at either 2.0 or 3.0 speeds.
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I have purchased these. It show slow charging on nexus when connect with PC and nexus folder appear as well butis empty and you cannot usb tether or transfer files..i got mainly for USB tethering..i dont like this annoying type c as its difficult to connect with windows as i dont see them having type c port
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Anker-Adap...dp/B01AHKYIRS?ie=UTF8&*Version*=1&*entries*=0
sfhub said:
Did you drag the USB notification at the top and set the mode to MTP?
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dont see any notification on nexus..where are USB options?
Broken303 said:
unlock your phone, check your notifications, and choose the correct usb-connection type
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where can i find these options if it dont appear automatically when connecting nexus with pc?
Its done thanks guys. I tried again and pull the notification areas down and found the USB connection options over there and now it recognise.
Rajaasim1980 said:
where can i find these options if it dont appear automatically when connecting nexus with pc?
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Not sure why they don't show up for you.
Maybe you need to enable developer options and USB debugging. I've had those enabled from the beginning so I wouldn't know if they have any affect on USB options.
This is what you should be seeing, the USB notification, then the USB notification options once you tap on the notification.
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Not sure why they don't show up for you.
Maybe you need to enable developer options and USB debugging. I've had those enabled from the beginning so I wouldn't know if they have any affect on USB options.
This is what you should be seeing, the USB notification, then the USB notification options once you tap on the notification.
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yes sorted out as poted above thanks for help
Is there any way to charge fast with samsung fast charging cable as i do see it say slow charging on NEXUS 5X when connect with PC...
I have s5 and using s6 fast charger it charge more quickly than USB type c charger of nexus 5x which is strange..this type c cable suppose to be much faster

No USB Cable?

I was a bit surprised to find out that the Pixel 2 doesn't come with a transfer cable, and the only adapter is USB-C to USB-A. Luckily I still had mine from the original Pixel XL, but it was odd that Google didn't include one. Just a heads up for those who haven't received there's yet
That adapter allows you to use your old charging cable to transfer. Adapter into the Pixel 2, old charging cable into adapter and into old phone
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I was surprised as well to see no USB-C to USB-A cable included. I also used mine from my original Pixel XL, but Google's cables are of such high quality that I would have loved to have another.
GTvert90 said:
That adapter allows you to use your old charging cable to transfer. Adapter into the Pixel 2, old charging cable into adapter and into old phone
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Correct, but this post isn't really about the adapter. It's about Google including one less cable versus last year. The original Pixels included the adapter, a USB-C to USB-C cable, and a USB-C to USB-A cable. The USB-C to USB-A cable is not included with the new Pixels.
And like the new Pixels, some phones these days only come with a USB-C to USB-C cable. The included adapter doesn't help in that situation. Very few devices fall into that scenario, but it still could happen.
The original came with the adapter too? I don't remember that
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GTvert90 said:
The original came with the adapter too? I don't remember that
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It did indeed. I've used it frequently for USB OTG.
FYI, you cannot use a normal USB-A cable and the C-to-A adapter and connect your Pixel to a PC. It will not allow you to charge or connect to transfer files.
Really sucks, because I used this at work a lot with my original Pixel XL. Something changed with the new hardware and it prevents you from doing it. Luckily, I also have the original C to A cable that came with my XL.
Definitely a bummer for someone going from iPhone to Pixel 2. Now I have zero cables I can use to charge my new phone in my car. I left Apple because I was tired of being forced to buy extra things to do basic stuff so a little irked that I need to buy a special connector for car charging. Anyone have recommendations on a good cable that will actually work for both charging and data transfer?
They replaced it with the headphone cable.
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There are heaps of good USB C to USB A cables out there. If you need one you can buy the google one from their store. Would have been nice to get one in the box, but I still have 3 lying around that I've used for previous type C phones.
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So which third party USB C-A cables support the full 18W charging capability of the Pixel 2 besides the overpriced one from Google?
Edit: I found this one which supports USB 3 and up to 3A, if anyone is looking.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KX8A2OW/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A3SVXSHXC5D9W1&psc=1
No USB A-C cable supports 3A charging unless it is out of spec. Google's A-C cable does not support 18W charging.
https://plus.google.com/+BensonLeung/posts/HakwCMmd346
Do not use a 3A legacy cable to charge your phone, or you may risk damaging something.
edgeicator said:
No USB A-C cable supports 3A charging unless it is out of spec. Google's A-C cable does not support 18W charging.
https://plus.google.com/+BensonLeung/posts/HakwCMmd346
Do not use a 3A legacy cable to charge your phone, or you may risk damaging something.
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Well the cable that I linked does have a 56kΩ pullup resistor, so it should adhere to the USB spec to prevent any damage.
raidflex said:
Well the cable that I linked does have a 56kΩ pullup resistor, so it should adhere to the USB spec to prevent any damage.
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Has anyone tested it to make sure it does though? I've seen several reviews from Nathan/Benson for cables that claim to have a proper resistor but don't.
edgeicator said:
Has anyone tested it to make sure it does though? I've seen several reviews from Nathan/Benson for cables that claim to have a proper resistor but don't.
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Not sure if there is a way that I can test this.
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Cable does not work
raidflex said:
So which third party USB C-A cables support the full 18W charging capability of the Pixel 2 besides the overpriced one from Google?
Edit: I found this one which supports USB 3 and up to 3A, if anyone is looking.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KX8A2OW/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A3SVXSHXC5D9W1&psc=1
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That cable used to work with first pixel for fast charging but, does not work with pixel 2 I own 2 of them and was disappointed
gallinas2 said:
That cable used to work with first pixel for fast charging but, does not work with pixel 2 I own 2 of them and was disappointed
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I literally just got the cable today and noticed it's only saying charging. It should say "rapid charging" if fast charging is work correct?
Anyone confirm of a A-C cable that actually can fast charge?
raidflex said:
So which third party USB C-A cables support the full 18W charging capability of the Pixel 2 besides the overpriced one from Google?
Edit: I found this one which supports USB 3 and up to 3A, if anyone is looking.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KX8A2OW/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A3SVXSHXC5D9W1&psc=1
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I bought that and have 2 of them here. Nice cables! I can transfer data fine with them.
apristel said:
I bought that and have 2 of them here. Nice cables! I can transfer data fine with them.
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I did bring up Accubattery and it will only charge at 1a even with a 2.4a charger, which is disappointing.
I received my phone yesterday and found this to be very annoying. I have a few questions:
-Is the USB-C on this phone 3.0 or 3.1 spec or just 2.0? I just assumed all these new phones had 3.0+ speed
-According to google store, the cable that comes with this phone is 2.0 spec ($20 effin dollars?). Is there a 3.0 spec cable that will work?
-Are there any third party cables out there that will fast charge and have 3.0+ spec? (of course 3.0 is pointless if the phone itself maxes out at 2.0)
j3oomerang said:
I received my phone yesterday and found this to be very annoying. I have a few questions:
-Is the USB-C on this phone 3.0 or 3.1 spec or just 2.0? I just assumed all these new phones had 3.0+ speed
-According to google store, the cable that comes with this phone is 2.0 spec ($20 effin dollars?). Is there a 3.0 spec cable that will work?
-Are there any third party cables out there that will fast charge and have 3.0+ spec? (of course 3.0 is pointless if the phone itself maxes out at 2.0)
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I picked up this one, it has not come in but it is USB-IF certified, so there should be no issues.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07213D35X/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Question Standard USB cable to USB C and charge not working

Sometimes I'd charge my old Oneplus on a slow charge via the laptop or even XBOX but since getting the Pixel 6 Pro that shows as connected but not charging, is this normal for Pixels?
BTW it does charge via laptop if I use USB c to USB c so even my portable battery charger is now useless as that doesn't have C
I've had no problems charging from my desktop PC's USB-C port, or from my couch's USB-A ports (I have a USB-A -> USB-C cable plugged into it). I haven't tried from my old Xbox One. Do you have other USB-A cables to try?
I sometimes.charge my pixel with my old one plus charger USB to USB c and even though it's a 50w charger ,it only slow charges the pixel ,not a bad thing when in no rush to use it .
Mine will show connected to cable but no charge
A to C charging working fine for me. Just tested it again to make sure.
Shipoftheline said:
Mine will show connected to cable but no charge
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Sorry to repeat myself but did you try other USB-A -> USB-C cables?
Yes however if I used USB C to USB C via laptop it charges
Shipoftheline said:
Yes however if I used USB C to USB C via laptop it charges
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Must be the case that those USB-A ports just don't put out enough amperage, then. I know in Windows we used to be able to see the amperage on each particular USB port (while in use) in Device Manager, but I can't remember if we still can. If we can, you can compare the USB-C numbers to the USB-A, and see if there's any amperage at all for the USB-A. You can compare it to using the same USB-A port for something else as a test, as well.
No they do because I used to charge my Oneplus 8 Pro before moving to the Pixel doing this
Shipoftheline said:
No they do because I used to charge my Oneplus 8 Pro before moving to the Pixel doing this
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I get your point, but the USB ports putting out enough amperage to charge your OnePlus 8 Pro doesn't mean it's putting enough amperage out to charge your Pixel. Obviously, there's some difference somewhere and it's worth looking into even if it's just to eliminate it as a possibility. Some of us others have charged perfectly fine with USB-A -> USB-C cables from computers or even my dumb couch that has a USB-A port - and neither is definitely fast-charging, which I don't want anyway.
roirraW edor ehT said:
I get your point, but the USB ports putting out enough amperage to charge your OnePlus 8 Pro doesn't mean it's putting enough amperage out to charge your
roirraW edor ehT said:
I get your point, but the USB ports putting out enough amperage to charge your OnePlus 8 Pro doesn't mean it's putting enough amperage out to charge your Pixel. Obviously, there's some difference somewhere and it's worth looking into even if it's just to eliminate it as a possibility. Some of us others have charged perfectly fine with USB-A -> USB-C cables from computers or even my dumb couch that has a USB-A port - and neither is definitely fast-charging, which I don't want anyway.
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Pixel. Obviously, there's some difference somewhere and it's worth looking into even if it's just to eliminate it as a possibility.
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And the XBOX isn't either, no its got to be the P6P & remember the USB C to C works ok for the laptop
Shipoftheline said:
And the XBOX isn't either, no its got to be the P6P & remember the USB C to C works ok for the laptop
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I understand all that. I give up.
Don't trust the electronics engineer.
roirraW edor ehT said:
I understand all that. I give up.
Don't trust the electronics engineer.
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Err the point is both will be giving the same charge the only different is different USB sockets
Shipoftheline said:
Err the point is both will be giving the same charge the only different is different USB sockets
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If you knew electronics, then you would know that it isn't necessarily the case.
roirraW edor ehT said:
If you knew electronics, then you would know that it isn't necessarily the case.
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And you might work out the fact they were both charging phones ok before the Pixel might be a rather big clue as well
You're welcome for trying to help you figure it out.

Question PCIe 2-Port USB3.1 Gen2 Card

I have tried USB-A to USB-C cable on my computer but the only thing that works with the cable is windows file transfers, in fastboot it just never connects to the device, i have used my GFs PC that has a native USB-C port in the front to do my fastboot commands and it works just fine.
My PC dont have USB-C and my motherboard is this : Asus Tuf Z390 Plus Gaming Wifi
The case is a Be Quiet : PURE BASE 500 Black
I have tried all the back USB-A ports and the 2 in the front same results.
I wonder if this PCI-E Card can help me use my fasboot commands on my computer or is just a faster transfers i get with it?
ST Lab PCIe 3.0 USB3.1 2-Port (Type-C)
Tried using another A-C cable? Might be the cable itself is faulty
Android-Desire said:
I have tried USB-A to USB-C cable on my computer but the only thing that works with the cable is windows file transfers, in fastboot it just never connects to the device, i have used my GFs PC that has a native USB-C port in the front to do my fastboot commands and it works just fine.
My PC dont have USB-C and my motherboard is this : Asus Tuf Z390 Plus Gaming Wifi
The case is a Be Quiet : PURE BASE 500 Black
I have tried all the back USB-A ports and the 2 in the front same results.
I wonder if this PCI-E Card can help me use my fasboot commands on my computer or is just a faster transfers i get with it?
ST Lab PCIe 3.0 USB3.1 2-Port (Type-C)
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You might want to try out another cable. Sometimes they just suck.
Morgrain said:
You might want to try out another cable. Sometimes they just suck.
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I have 10 different cables that are USB-A to USB-C, maybe they all suck, but the original Pixel 6 Pro USB-C to USB-C is good, maybe you can advise me on a good USB-A to USB-C cable?
Android-Desire said:
I have 10 different cables that are USB-A to USB-C, maybe they all suck, but the original Pixel 6 Pro USB-C to USB-C is good, maybe you can advise me on a good USB-A to USB-C cable?
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Anything by Anker. Edit: Be aware that last I looked, they also sell USB 2.0 USB-A<->USB-C cables, so I just want to give you a heads up to look out for that and I'm sure you'd want to only buy a USB 3.0 USB-A<->USB-C cable.
Also, I don't know if the recommendation is still the same, but it was always advised in the old days to prefer USB ports that are built into the motherboard - sometimes even more specifically on the back of the motherboard (for desktops). I know this doesn't help you, but just "let the buyer beware" that using an add-on USB-C card could also cause problems.
Android-Desire said:
I have tried USB-A to USB-C cable on my computer but the only thing that works with the cable is windows file transfers, in fastboot it just never connects to the device, i have used my GFs PC that has a native USB-C port in the front to do my fastboot commands and it works just fine.
My PC dont have USB-C and my motherboard is this : Asus Tuf Z390 Plus Gaming Wifi
The case is a Be Quiet : PURE BASE 500 Black
I have tried all the back USB-A ports and the 2 in the front same results.
I wonder if this PCI-E Card can help me use my fasboot commands on my computer or is just a faster transfers i get with it?
ST Lab PCIe 3.0 USB3.1 2-Port (Type-C)
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Do you have the latest USB drivers installed?
And like others have said, try different cables. Can't tell you how many times I've seen this problem solved just by using different cables.
Get the Google USB Driver | Android Studio | Android Developers
The Google USB Driver is required to perform adb debugging on Windows with Google devices.
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Android-Desire said:
windows file transfers
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Its not your hardware, its your operating system. Try a better one, i.e. Linux.
Android-Desire said:
I have tried USB-A to USB-C cable
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Be aware that last I looked, Anker also sells USB 2.0 USB-A<->USB-C cables, so I just want to give you a heads up to look out for that and I'm sure you'd want to only buy a USB 3.0 USB-A<->USB-C cable.
I highly recommend Anker cables like this: USB Type C Cable, Anker PowerLine+ USB C to USB 3.0 Cable (6ft), High Durability, for Samsung Galaxy Note 8, S8, S8+, S9, S10, Sony XZ, LG V20 G5 G6, HTC 10, Xiaomi 5 and More.
Double-check Anker's site too in case they have a better sale price right now.
roirraW edor ehT said:
Be aware that last I looked, Anker also sells USB 2.0 USB-A<->USB-C cables, so I just want to give you a heads up to look out for that and I'm sure you'd want to only buy a USB 3.0 USB-A<->USB-C cable.
I highly recommend Anker cables like this: USB Type C Cable, Anker PowerLine+ USB C to USB 3.0 Cable (6ft), High Durability, for Samsung Galaxy Note 8, S8, S8+, S9, S10, Sony XZ, LG V20 G5 G6, HTC 10, Xiaomi 5 and More.
Double-check Anker's site too in case they have a better sale price right now.
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Ok i managed to get 1 of those cables and it does work with fastboot but i need to use the backports on my pc.
Thank you
Android-Desire said:
Ok i managed to get 1 of those cables and it does work with fastboot but i need to use the backports on my pc.
Thank you
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That's great! Thanks for reporting back. You're welcome!

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