Is this a "rapid charge" cable?
2068624
No, it is quite the opposite, actually. It takes an extremely long time to charge my Galaxy S4.
597855
I believe it is, if you're talking about the speed charger. Micro USB is universal of course. But slower to charge.
1015098
If you are expecting fast charge no. If you accept slow charge like from a computer yes.
319488
This is the cable only. The other piece of the equation is a unit that is plugged into an electric outlet to accept the usb end of this cable. The other end of third lightening cable gets plugged into the phone, of course. So I would say no to your question. Usually new iPhones include both the cable and the charger. Maybe he lost his. There are "generic" usb chargers (not specifically made by Apple) but you have to watch the specs as they may not charge the phone as rapidly as the Apple spec'd chargers. Just search on Amazon for iphone chargers. He may want the cable too, not sure from your question, so I would get both. The are not expensive. This is the cable only. The other piece of the equation is a unit that is plugged into an electric outlet to accept the usb end of this cable. The other end of third lightening cable gets plugged into the phone, of course. So I would say no to your question. Usually new iPhones include both the cable and the charger. Maybe he lost his. There are "generic" usb chargers (not specifically made by Apple) but you have to watch the specs as they may not charge the phone as rapidly as the Apple spec'd chargers. Just search on Amazon for iphone chargers. He may want the cable too, not... » Read More This is the cable only. The other piece of the equation is a unit that is plugged into an electric outlet to accept the usb end of this cable. The other end of third lightening cable gets plugged into the phone, of course. So I would say no to your question. Usually new iPhones include both the cable and the charger. Maybe he lost his. There are "generic" usb chargers (not specifically made by Apple) but you have to watch the specs as they may not charge the phone as rapidly as the Apple spec'd chargers. Just search on Amazon for iphone chargers. He may want the cable too, not sure from your question, so I would get both. The are not expensive. « Show Less
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It seems like a mini-usb, but I am not sure if it is a standard. I have a pile of the smallish usb cables that all seem unique. I have wondered why there isn't a standard. Sorry I can't be more accurate.
545483
No, and this charger did absolutely not work well or last long. The picture is deceiving as the charger you get looks nothing like it!
1705410
I just have the charger that came with the original batteries -- there's no label on it that says "universal rapid" but it is pretty fast, but that probably doesn't help- sorry
1608566
No, this cable is fake, I bought it for the same reason and it doesn't even work.
1440877
Yes. I was worried about that but yes it does. It seems to charge a little faster than even my HTC brand fast charger
471357
The gauge has been answered, but to note that regardless I have absolutely no trouble pushing 2000mA from my charger to my phone with this. I did not test it directly, but the charging time is (approximately) the same from charger to phone with this as with the stock cable provided and charging is quick.I've tried other 26-AWG cables and lost most of the amperage.
542234
Hi, I am not sure of that. I kept the packaging and the info is not on the package either. However it does charge very quickly. It is an official charger for Apple devices
191778
Yes. This cable is power and data wired. Be sure if you are getting cables for reasons other than charging your electronics, it must state that it is a data cable as well. This cable simply extends the USB port, so it is wired for both power and data.
1213534
Well, I specifically bought this cable because it's a "data cable." I was having trouble with my computer not recognizing my phone when I plugged it in to transfer music/pictures, etc. I found out it was because the cable I was using was a "charging cable" and cannot transfer data. This is a "data cable" and the other one you linked is a "charging cable," or so their descriptions indicate. Why the charging cable is more expensive, I don't know.
813019
Don't think I'm a good one to ask as it has NEVER charged faster for me than a regular charger. I gave a review saying this and it was denied publication.
1267940
Yes. It's not a 'fast charge' like some phone car chargers are. But charges about the same rate as if you had the phone connected to a PC.
2007510
Sure it is. It will charge Adnroids, iPads, iPods . . . whatever. Just slowly.
2006367
To be clear about the type of cable it uses it's a SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Type A to Micro-B like this one. Cable Matters SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Type A to Micro-B Cable in Black 6 FeetI ordered the wrong cable because there is a post that says B plug, not micro B plug.