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Cable Matters Short Micro USB 3.0 Cable 3 ft (External Hard Drive Cable, USB to USB Micro B Cable) in Black, Compatible with Seagate, LaCie, Toshiba, Samsung, Western Digital/WD External Hard Drive

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Connector Type Usb 3.0
Cable Type USB
Compatible Devices Personal Computer, Tablet, Smartphone
Special Feature Portable

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  • Versatile Micro B USB cable connects an external hard drive, USB hub, smartphone or tablet with the thin USB 3.0 Micro USB port; The USB 3.0 external hard drive cord is a perfect companion for external hard drives
  • SuperSpeed USB 3.0 data transfer rate up to 5 Gbps for fast file transfers from a computer to an external hard drive or a USB 3.0 hub with this USB 3.0 hard drive cable
  • Future proof SuperSpeed USB 3.0 data transfer rate at up to 5 Gbps, 10x faster than USB 2.0 with this 3.0 USB cable
  • Superior construction of the hard drive USB cable combines gold-plated connectors with molded-strain relief, bare copper conductors, and foil & braid shielding for long life and a reliable signal transmission
  • Micro USB compatible USB 3.0 Micro B cable for portable USB 3.0 external hard drives such as Toshiba Canvio, Seagate FreeAgent, and Western Digital (WD) My Passport / Elements

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Premium Micro USB 3.0 Cable

The Cable Matters SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Type A to Micro-B Cable is an indispensable accessory for portable external hard drives and mobile device. SuperSpeed USB 3.0 delivers 10x the data transfer rate of Hi-Speed USB 2.0 at up to 5 Gbps. The combination of gold-plated connectors, bare copper conductors, and foil & braid shielding provides superior cable performance, error-free data transmission, and fast charging speed.

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  • Toshiba Canvio
  • Seagate FreeAgent
  • Western Digital My Passport/Elements
  • Seagate Backup/Backup Plus/Expansion

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USB 3.0 Micro-B (Not USB 2.0 Micro-B)

  • USB 3.0 Micro-B port is wider
  • Check the port on your equipment
  • USB 2.0 Micro-B port is smaller

Built to Last

  1. Gold-plated connectors.
  2. Molded strain relief for frequent use
  3. Flexible and strong cable.

Superior Construction

  1. Bare copper conductors.
  2. Buffer cotton filler.
  3. Foil shielding.
  4. Braided shielding.
  5. PVC cable jacket.
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Micro USB 3.0 Cable 2-Pack Micro USB 3.0 Cable USB 3.0 Cable USB 3.0 Type-B Cable USB 3.0 Extension Cable
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Connector USB Micro-B USB Micro-B USB 3.0 Type-A Male USB Type-B USB Type-A Female
Length 3/6/10/15 Feet 3/6 Feet 3/6/10/15 Feet 3/6/10/15 Feet 3/6/10 Feet
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cable type
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micro usb cable
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Usb 3.0
Micro Usb 3.0
USB Type C
Micro B
Micro B, Usb A, Usb C
USB 2.0, USB 3.0, Micro USB
connector gender
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Male-to-Male
Male-to-Male
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cable length
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36 inches
compatible devices
Tablet, Personal Computer, Smartphone
Hard Drive, WD Western Digital, My Passport, Samsung Galaxy S5, Note 3
USB-C Port: Macbook Pro / Air, iMac Pro, iPad Pro / Air, Tablet, iPhone 15/ 15 Pro, Galaxy S24/S23/S22/ S22 Ultra/ S20/ S10/ S9/ S8
Camera
Personal Computer, Tablet, Smartphone Micro B Port: Galaxy S5 / Note 3 / Note Pro 12.2, external hard drives, camera, USB-C Port: iPhone 15/ 15 plus/ 15 pro/ 15 pro max/ Macbook Pro / Air, iMac 2017 / iMac Pro, iPad Pro 2020 / 2018, XPS 15/ 13, Chromebook Pixel, OnePlus 6 6T 5 5T 3, Galaxy S22/ S22 Ultra/ S20/ S10/ S9/ S8, Note10/ Note9/ Note8
Speaker, Printer, Personal Computer
data transfer rate
5 gigabits per second
5 gigabits per second
10 gigabits per second
5 gigabits per second
5 gigabits per second
5000 megabits per second

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4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
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Customers say

Customers like the fit, value, and quality of the cable. For example, they mention it's a perfect fit for their Seagate and Toshiba hard drives and that it'll save them money. That said, some complain about the stiffness. Opinions are mixed on connectivity, charging, and thickness.

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1,396 customers mention1,153 positive243 negative

Customers like the quality of the electronic cable. They say it's a nice durable cable, with a very good price. The metal is thick and the pins look heavy duty. They also say the cable has never been finicky and has been doing very well.

"Well made cable and works as it's supposed to." Read more

"...Tough Cookie: Double-braided nylon and gold-plated connectors promise long-lasting durability...." Read more

"...in the car, but for the price I'd say this is one of the highest quality cables you'll find." Read more

"...-Performance: The length is as advertised. The cable has never been finicky, and has remained connected, even when the female connection to an..." Read more

1,258 customers mention1,112 positive146 negative

Customers like the performance of the cable. For example, they mention it works beautifully, has no problems, and is a competent product. Some appreciate the simple design and the fact that it's cheap.

"Well made cable and works as it's supposed to." Read more

"...It doesn't look as nice as my samsung original but who cares, it's cheap, i get 2 of them, and it does the job super well!" Read more

"...It works incredibly well, either as well as my Samsung cable or maybe even better. The only issue I have with this cord is it's thickness...." Read more

"...buying them is that they are plain, simple, inexpensive, and never fail to work.I have found that USB 3.0 cables can be a little tricky...." Read more

418 customers mention306 positive112 negative

Customers like the fit of the USB v3.0 data cables. They say it fits better than their old stock cable, the connectors fit firmly on both ends, and the cable is the perfect length for their needs. Some mention that the cables are very strong with large and strong wires.

"...Here's the quick and dirty:Pros:Lengthy Legs: 10 ft! Charge and connect your devices from across the room, no problem...." Read more

"These USB v3.0 data cables are perfect fit for the Seagate and Toshiba external hard disk drives...." Read more

"...The Cable Matters fittings are precision and definitely fit tighter than some brands I have used. I also like the blue color...." Read more

"...It's very, very thick, making it a bit awkward in the car as it has to come straight out from the USB car charger I have, and then it needs ample..." Read more

418 customers mention393 positive25 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the cable. They say it's cheaper than the stock Samsung cables, and the tradeoff is well worth it. Some customers also say the quality is super for the price.

"...The reviews on this cable seemed to be high and the price was right, so I decided to give it a shot...." Read more

"...The reason I keep buying them is that they are plain, simple, inexpensive, and never fail to work...." Read more

"...-Made by Cable Matters: In my experience, their cables are inexpensive and they stand by their products...." Read more

"...The cable is fairly thick and sturdy and the cost is right. I gave it 5 stars for durability, will update if necessary...." Read more

357 customers mention216 positive141 negative

Customers are mixed about the charging. Some mention that they love how fast it charges, it's reliably fast, and has no issues in connection speeds. However, others say that they don't charge as fast as the original Samsung cables and that the difference can interfere with sustained data transfer speed.

"...USB 3.0 delivers fast data transfer for external drives and speedy charging...." Read more

"...That difference can interfere with sustained data transfer speed. Which is why some buyers say a product did not perform for them...." Read more

"...My phone did not complain about slow charging, and it somehow feels like it charged faster than my original samsung cable (before it broke)?..." Read more

"...It charges significantly faster than the traditional microUSB port that you see on most smartphones...." Read more

292 customers mention171 positive121 negative

Customers are mixed about the thickness of the electronic cable. Some mention that it's very thick and well made, while others say that it makes it awkward in the car and is not well suited for any type of bends.

"...These cables are thicker in diameter because they are better electrically insulated than the factory cable...." Read more

"...I was kind of surprised because the cord is a LOT thicker than my original samsung one and also pretty stiff...." Read more

"...The cable is fairly thick and sturdy and the cost is right. I gave it 5 stars for durability, will update if necessary...." Read more

"...We'll this plug's metal is thick and the pins look heavy duty and became of that it is a nice, tight fit for my Galaxy Note 3.The charging speed..." Read more

167 customers mention74 positive93 negative

Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the cable. Some mention that it's strong on both sides, and provides data connectivity and 2A power draws. Others say that it loses the connection for a quick moment, and disconnects constantly.

"...First, the connection to the phone is not solid. If I hold phone while charging, I get repeated alerts that it's lost charge and back and back...." Read more

"...The cable has never been finicky, and has remained connected, even when the female connection to an external hard drive, for example,is weak...." Read more

"...The cable that came with the phone was terrible and intermittent. The connectors on this cable are sturdy, and this cable seems very durable...." Read more

"...This cable works wonderfully, and great transfer speeds, very secure connection between the end going into the computer, and the end going into the..." Read more

215 customers mention40 positive175 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the stiffness of the cable. They mention that it's very rigid and hard to use the phone. Some say that the cable is not very bendable and that the flexibility has been sacrificed for durability.

"...However, the initial stiffness, bulky connector, and outdated Micro USB standard might give you pause.In short:..." Read more

"...the cord is a LOT thicker than my original samsung one and also pretty stiff. This felt like heavy duty HDMI cables (except it's not)...." Read more

"...-The only slight con I can think of is that flexibility has been sacrificed for durability...." Read more

"...with it is it is limber as uncooked spaghetti, it is a very stiff cable, and will slightly but if you need a durable cable..." Read more

Thickest Charging cord I've ever bough! Fast too!
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Thickest Charging cord I've ever bough! Fast too!
So I wasn't sure about this cord since the price was cheap. It is literally there thickest cord I've ever seen! I would compare it to the size of a cat 5 Internet cable and with the blue color it looks like it too. This may not seem like a good thing it being as thick as it is, but it really is great that it's thick. The majority of phone charging problems come from broken or damaged internal wires inside of your phone charging cord. Anyone that has had a thin charging cord knows that the first part that starts to wear and break is about an inch below the plug that goes onto the phone.Well on this cord, there is a reinforced piece of plastic rubber like material that will prevent that from happening.Now to the plug itself....Everyone hates a loose plug that you have to wiggle around or hold only the right spot to get it to charge!! We'll this plug's metal is thick and the pins look heavy duty and became of that it is a nice, tight fit for my Galaxy Note 3.The charging speed for this cable is definitely faster too than the factory Samsung white cable that comes with the phone.I'd recommend ordering the 10 foot for a few cents more and then just using rubber bands to bundle it together. It will give you the option of having more cord it you need it but won't be in your way. I'm extremely pleased with this purchase. I have even bought a second one since just so I could have a 3 foot option.
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Mark Mandelstamm
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Quality
Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2024
Size: 3 FeetColor: BlackNumber of Items: 1Verified Purchase
Well made cable and works as it's supposed to.
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Dylin
5.0 out of 5 stars Just what I needed!!
Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2024
Size: 10 FeetColor: BlackNumber of Items: 1Verified Purchase
This Cable Matters cable promises 10ft of Micro USB 3.0 goodness, but does it hold up? Here's the quick and dirty:

Pros:

Lengthy Legs: 10 ft! Charge and connect your devices from across the room, no problem.
Speed Demon: SuperSpeed USB 3.0 delivers fast data transfer for external drives and speedy charging.
Tough Cookie: Double-braided nylon and gold-plated connectors promise long-lasting durability.
Tangle Tamer: Flexible cable design resists annoying knots and kinks.
Cons:

Stiff Start: New cable can be a bit stiff initially, requiring some breaking in.
Bulky Buddy: The thick connector head might not fit all cases tightly.
Micro Blues: Micro USB, while still useful, isn't the latest tech on the block.
Verdict:

This Cable Matters cord stretches your reach and data transfer speeds for Micro USB devices. Its durable build and tangle-free design make it a reliable choice for everyday use. However, the initial stiffness, bulky connector, and outdated Micro USB standard might give you pause.

In short:

Get it if: You need a long, durable cable for charging and data transfer with Micro USB devices.
Skip it if: You prioritize a slim, flexible cable, use USB-C devices, or don't need 10 ft of reach
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Kai
5.0 out of 5 stars Better than the original (just a bit uglier tho)
Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2015
Size: 6 FeetColor: BlackNumber of Items: 2Verified Purchase
This thing is so fast, and so cheap! I have a Samsung Galaxy Note 3 and have always used the charger that came with it. After several years of use, i noticed that my phone kept saying that it's doing slow charging, and to switch to the charging cord that came with my phone - except i was already using that cord/charger. Then after another few months, one day it just stopped charging. I freaked out thinking the plug on my phone is dead, or something equally horrible because my phone is my life (how sad this is the current generation norm :( ) and had all kinds of information that i'd need. I ended up switching just the cord section with a USB2.0 plug from something else and that worked fine, so it was definitely just the cord that was broken.

I bought this since it's cheap and i could use the second one as a backup or use at work. I was kind of surprised because the cord is a LOT thicker than my original samsung one and also pretty stiff. This felt like heavy duty HDMI cables (except it's not). However, i was so impressed by the charging speed! My phone did not complain about slow charging, and it somehow feels like it charged faster than my original samsung cable (before it broke)? The plugs on either side appear to be made of much higher quality material and are very sturdy.

It doesn't look as nice as my samsung original but who cares, it's cheap, i get 2 of them, and it does the job super well!
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Dane Alexander O'Leary
4.0 out of 5 stars Very high quality and fast-charging cable — would buy again!
Reviewed in the United States on October 20, 2015
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I'm a huge fan of the USB 3.0 charging port on the Galaxy Note 3 and S5 smartphones. It charges significantly faster than the traditional microUSB port that you see on most smartphones. However, being a much less common port, USB 3.0 cables of a decent quality are much harder to come by. Although the Samsung cable that came with my Note 3 was great, I needed one for the car. I tried to buy one at a nearby discount store for $5, but after about a week it stopped charging my phone, so I took my search to Amazon.

The reviews on this cable seemed to be high and the price was right, so I decided to give it a shot. It works incredibly well, either as well as my Samsung cable or maybe even better. The only issue I have with this cord is it's thickness. It's very, very thick, making it a bit awkward in the car as it has to come straight out from the USB car charger I have, and then it needs ample space to connect to my phone's port. I usually end up having it lying on the passenger seat so that the cable can be stretched out since it doesn't bend very easily.

Otherwise, I'm incredibly pleased with this cable. I'd say it's a much better cable for in-home charger rather than charging in the car, but for the price I'd say this is one of the highest quality cables you'll find.
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Viper Pilot
5.0 out of 5 stars Cable Matters USB v3.0 External Harddisk Drive Cable (2 Pack) is great product, compatible, reliable, easy to find blue color.
Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2015
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These USB v3.0 data cables are perfect fit for the Seagate and Toshiba external hard disk drives. The original Seagate data cable got bent when the device fell hard from 34 inches from the table. The Seagate external hard disk drive survived the drop, but the data cable was damaged and yet there were no visible signs. When the original cable did not perform, have discovered the damage. Ordered replacement cables from a very well known company from the 1990s (Cable Matters) and this is their product. The data cables (two pack) arrived undamaged in great condition. When compared these data cables (blue color, easier to find in dim lit work areas) are two inches longer than the Seagate factory cables. These cables are thicker in diameter because they are better electrically insulated than the factory cable.

The product performed without problems. Remember this is a USB v3.0 cable. The higher USB v3.0 (than USB v2.0) speed should have a shorter length than a standard USB v2.0 length cable. Just like SCSI cables, the higher the speed, the shorter the length must be. Users should measure their own brand of factory cables to determine whether its the correct length when these data cables arrive. Then compare both original factory cable with replacement cable. That difference can interfere with sustained data transfer speed. Which is why some buyers say a product did not perform for them. Users can always visit websites that have the USB v3.0 and USB v2.0 cable length specifications, try a duckduckgo.com search, or google search.
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Jesse S.
5.0 out of 5 stars It's a great quality cable that works with a WD Elements External Hard Drive.
Reviewed in Canada on March 23, 2023
Size: 6 FeetColor: BlackNumber of Items: 1Verified Purchase
I have a WD Elements 8TB external hard drive and just recently bought a new computer that has USB 3.0 ports. I went to plug the original USB cable that came with the hard drive into the USB 3.0 port and it wouldn't spin up the drive nor was it recognizing the drive in File Explorer on Windows 11...So I put it in a USB 2.0 port on my computer and it spun the drive up and was recognized by my computer...But I hated how slow USB 2.0 speeds were so I purchased this USB 3.0 cable plugged it in to my computer and to my surprise the new cable plugged into the USB 3.0 port actually worked 100%. I don't know if the original cable was damaged somewhere or not but this brand new USB 3.0 cable worked the minute I plugged it into my computer...It was immediately recognized in Windows 11. Works great and I'm satisfied with my purchase.
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Ryan
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 11, 2024
Size: 3 FeetColor: BlackNumber of Items: 1Verified Purchase
The Cable Matters Micro USB Cable has become an indispensable part of my daily tech arsenal. Its sturdy construction, reliable performance, and affordable price point make it a standout choice among its competitors.

First and foremost, the build quality of this cable is impressive. The connectors are securely molded, ensuring a snug fit and reliable connection every time. I’ve used this cable extensively, and it has held up exceptionally well to regular wear and tear, thanks to its reinforced stress points and durable materials.

The length of the cable (6 feet) provides ample flexibility, allowing me to comfortably use my devices while they’re charging without feeling tethered to the wall. Whether I’m charging my smartphone, tablet, or other micro USB devices, this cable delivers consistent and efficient charging without any issues.

Furthermore, I appreciate the attention to detail in the design of this cable. The slim connector head easily fits into even the most compact device ports, and the cable itself is lightweight and tangle-resistant, making it easy to carry around in my bag or pocket.

Overall, the Cable Matters Micro USB Cable offers excellent value for money. Its reliability, durability, and user-friendly design make it an essential accessory for anyone with micro USB devices. I highly recommend this cable to anyone in need of a dependable charging solution.
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nimtscheck
5.0 out of 5 stars Nu ja. Es geht.
Reviewed in Germany on February 26, 2024
Size: 3 FeetColor: BlackNumber of Items: 1Verified Purchase
Preis Leistung ist Ok. Nur was mich stört ist das das Kabel etwas hart zu sein scheint. für zu Haus ist das Ok. Aber wenn man es ständig mitschleift wo es ständiger Bewegung und eventuellen Temperaturschwankungen ausgesetzt ist könnte es wohl durchaus sein das man irgendwann ein neues braucht. Weshalb ich die Haltbarkeit nicht bewertet habe. Was die Stecker angeht machen diese einen durchaus eher hochwertigen Eindruck. Weshalb ich für den Preis 5 Sterne vergeben habe. Wer etwas strapazierfähigeres braucht sollte ein paar € drauflegen und eher in Richtung Silikon oder Kautschuk Kabel greifen. Was in dieser preisklasse wohl eher nicht zu bekommen ist.
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philou
5.0 out of 5 stars Bon cable
Reviewed in France on February 14, 2024
Size: 6 FeetColor: BlackNumber of Items: 1Verified Purchase
Rien à dire.
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Victor
4.0 out of 5 stars Rapport qualité prix ✅
Reviewed in France on February 13, 2024
Size: 1.6 FeetColor: BlackNumber of Items: 1Verified Purchase
🖐️ Marche avec n'importe quel disque dur externe.
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