AmazonBasics USB 2.0 A-Male to Mini-B Cable (6 Feet / 1.8 Meters)
by AmazonBasics
Digital Photo Product Details
Manufacturer: AmazonBasicsModel: 1
Product features:
- One 6-foot-long high-speed USB 2.0 A-Male to Mini-B cable
- Connects speed-critical devices, such as external hard drives and smart phones, and peripherals that require a Mini-B connection to your computer
- Constructed with corrosion-resistant, gold-plated connectors for optimal signal clarity and shielding to minimize interference
- Distributed by Amazon; backed by one-year Amazon Basics warranty
- Ships in Certified Frustration-Free Packaging
Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of AmazonBasics USB 2.0 A-Male to Mini-B Cable (6 Feet / 1.8 Meters)
Customer Review: Reasonably priced, gets full Amazon support behind it but makes sure this is what you need
Summary: 5 Stars
This is the most common USB cable these days for connecting 'something' to your computer but... beware of the 'Micro-B vs. Mini-B' interface confusion (read below) - if you are to use it with a phone or some other small and 'new' gadget, you may need a 'Micro-B' cable instead.
On this specific cable, everything is done right, including the price. It is USB 2.0 certified, meaning that it supports data transfer rates of up to 480Mbps and, if your device accepts a Mini-B plug, this is the cable to get. Maybe the 2-meter length (6+ ft.) is a little bit too much but it does not bother me a lot and there may come a time when a cable this long may come in handy.
While USB cables are clearly a commodity item these days, AmazonBasics does have a couple of advantages over the competition.
- EASY RETURN - I know because I had to return quite a few items for various reasons. Amazon makes it very easy and, if you are returning the item because it came defective or damaged Amazon pays for shipping.
- WARRANTY - these wires come with a 1-year warranty (talking about future-proofing). If a cable performs for one year, the odds that it would stop working after that are pretty close to zero. It's possible that the other vendors back their inexpensive cables too (I never checked) but I am highly confident that Amazon will be around to honor its warranty and I'm not so sure about vendors I know less.
- QUALITY ASSURANCE - I've never had any problems with 'cheap' USB or HDMI cables but it may be reassuring to have Amazon's name on a wire. My assumption is that Amazon did insist on some quality checks before they stamped their logo on the product.
- PRICE - This cable may appear more expensive than others but keep in mind that, unlike most, it qualifies for SuperSavers and Amazon Prime free shipping.
I am awarding this item 5 stars for price and quality - there's nothing to complain. However, I suggest that you look around before you place the order because you just might have one of these already as they tend to ship with many electronic gadgets these days.
Notes:
Anyone in the market for a USB cable should be very careful because there are at least 6 kinds of USB connectors. If you are buying a cable that connects 'something' to your computer or laptop, the computer end of the cable will always be a USB-A or 'Type A' connector. At the other end, you may have a USB-B/Type B - a nearly square shaped connector used mostly to deliver power to a device but this is rare. Most likely, you will have a Mini-B or a Micro-B. The difference between the 2 is that the Micro-B is half as thick while the width is the same - Mini-B is 3x7mm while Micro-B is 1.5x7mm.
If your device (phone, PDA, camera) is a 'new' one and it's using USB, chances are that they will need a Micro-B connector because the industry seems to be adopting the 'Micro' form factor as its standard. If the above sounds simple, you should keep in mind that some devices require Mini-AB or Micro-AB connectors, also known as USB OTG (OnTheGo) devices.
My advice: before ordering any cable, make sure that you clearly understand what type of cable you need.
Whenever in doubt, do some more research and keep in mind that the 'Micro-B' (very small) is the emerging standard and it's likely to be found on the newer and smaller gadgets - phones, cameras, etc. but, before it we had the 'Mini-B' (this specific cable) so the older devices will need the 'Mini'.
Description of AmazonBasics USB 2.0 A-Male to Mini-B Cable (6 Feet / 1.8 Meters)
AmazonBasics products are quality electronics accessories offered at a great value.The AmazonBasics USB 2.0 A-Male to Mini-B Cable with Gold-Plated Connectors gives you full performance with all your USB devices. Because USB 2.0 is increasingly popular in connecting devices such as external hard drives, printers, digital photography devices, and more, this AmazonBasics USB 2.0 Cable helps you maximize the performance of your peripherals.
 AmazonBasics USB A-Male to Mini-B Cable supports the full 480-Mbps transmission speed of the USB 2.0 standard. |
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USB Connection for Convenience
USB 2.0 has now become the standard for a large array of devices, including external hard drives, sound cards, smartphones, and more.
The AmazonBasics USB 2.0 Cable supports the full 480-Mbps transmission speed of the USB 2.0 standard. This cable lets you put your peripherals farther away from your computer when convenience, space, or décor demands.
This AmazonBasics USB 2.0 Cable has a Male A connection on one end and a Mini-B connection on the other. Typically the Male A connects to the computer and the Mini-B connects to small devices such as smartphones or PDAs. Check your device manuals to make sure you have the right connectors.
Shielding Maintains Signal Quality
The AmazonBasics USB 2.0 Cable features shielding that provides protection against noise from electromagnetic and radio-frequency signals, keeping your signal clear with less loss of bandwidth for higher performance.
Gold-Plated Connectors for Performance
The cable also features gold-plated connectors that resist corrosion for signal purity.
AmazonBasics: Quality Products at Low Prices
AmazonBasics is a collection of consumer electronic "basics" created by combining quality and low prices for an overall focus on value.
Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging
This AmazonBasics product features Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging that is recyclable. It comes without excess packaging materials such as hard plastic clamshell casings, plastic bindings, or wire ties. The packaging is designed to be opened without the use of a box cutter or knife, and it will protect your product just as well as traditional packaging. Products with Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging can frequently be shipped in their own boxes, without an additional shipping box, saving on resources and reducing waste.
Warranty and Helpful Hints
This cable is backed by an AmazonBasics 1-year limited warranty. To view the full AmazonBasics warranty, click here. If you are having trouble connecting your components with this cable, click here for the AmazonBasics USB Helpful Hints Guide [PDF].
What's in the Box
Multi-Shielded USB 2.0 A-Male to Mini-B cable (6 feet / 1.8 meters) and warranty card.
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