Lightning cables

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Get a pair of MFi-certified Lightning cables for less than $35

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This two-pack of fast charging MFI-certified lightning cables are less than $35 for Cyber Week.
You know you still need some Lightning cables!
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When it comes to your precious Apple devices, you don’t want to just power them up with random cables. If you’re tired of unreliable connections, consider this MFi-certified Lightning cable two-pack, now available at a discounted price during Cyber Week.

Through December 3, you can grab not one but two of these fast-charging cables for only $34.97 (regularly $49).

Charge 3 Apple devices quickly and safely with this $25 cable

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Charge your Apple devices quickly and safely with this $25 3-in-1 cable.
With two Lightning connectors and one Apple Watch puck, this three-way cable is great for Apple fans. Just don't expect it to work with iPhone 15!
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Yes, Apple pulled the plug on the Lightning cable when the iPhone 15 switched to USB-C. But plenty of existing gear still uses the proprietary cable that charged the last decade of Apple devices.

If you still need Lightning in your life, don’t miss this deal on a three-in-one cable that comes with two Lightning connectors and one Apple Watch charging puck. It costs just $24.99 (regularly $34), and it lets you charge three Apple devices at once. Plus, you can save even more with a two-pack!

XuperCable’s 3 retractable connectors quick-charge your gear [Review] ★★★

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It's a funny-looking critter, but it's useful.★★★
It's a funny-looking critter, but it's useful.
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In a world of ever-more-compact-and-potent chargers, Mobfree launched a surprising and innovative entrant Wednesday on Kickstarter. It’s XuperCable, a three-in-one gadget with three retractable connectors to fast-charge a variety of devices at up to a 100 watts

It’s a funny-looking critter with its tentacles (cables), but it’s quite useful. It sticks to surfaces, it rotates and its three cables unspool and retract — what could possibly go wrong? Not much, as it turns out. The company sent me a XuperCable to try out.

Get free shipping on a $20 cable that can connect to almost anything

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During our version of Prime Day, get free shipping on a $20 cable that can connect to almost anything.
Don't delay until Prime Day. You can get this 5-foot, 6-in-1 cable for $20 now.
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If you carry multiple devices you need to charge throughout the day, the cable struggle can be a lot to deal with. However, if you pack the right cable, you’ll only need one for your iPhone, iPad, MacBook and other tech.

The InCharge X Max is a 5-foot cable with folding ends that can connect to Lightning, USB-C, USB-A and micro USB ports. And you don’t have to wait for Prime Day to get it for a low price. Through July 14 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific, you can get one of these all-in-one cables for only $19.97 instead of $39.

This 3-in-1 USB-C charging cable connects to iPhone, Apple Watch and more

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This 3-in-1 cable can power 3 iOS devices for just $19.
Power your iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods with this $19 cable.
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As nice as it is to have an iPhone, Apple Watch, AirPods and iPad with you all the time, that’s a lot of batteries to keep topped up. If you’re lucky, you can get away with carrying around only two cables, but that still means juggling devices between chargers.

Instead, get one cable that works for three devices at once. The Three-in-One USB-C Charging Cable can power two Lightning devices and your Apple Watch, and it’s now on sale for $18.99 (regularly $34). Plus, it comes in a variety of colors.

Cut down on cords with this 3-in-1 retractable cable

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Cut down on cords with this 3-in-1 retractable charger, now only $18.
Always have the tip you need with this 3-in-1 retractable cable.
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As much as we love our Apple products, whether that’s our iPhones for calls, Apple Watch for keeping track of our health or AirPods for constant jamming out on the go, there’s an age-old problem: How to charge them all without the problem of head-inducing, tangled cords? But what if we told you there’s a solution?

This 3-in-1 retractable charging cable gives you three standard tips in one compact package. You won’t have to pick and choose which of your devices gets the battery it needs when you can charge up to three at once. Even better, it’s now on sale for only $17.99 (regularly $39).

Save on a 5-foot, braided USB-C to Lightning cable before Prime Day

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Save before Prime Day with this top-rated Lightning to USB-C cable, on sale today.
This USB-C to Lightning cable is loved by users, and it's on sale right now.
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With these heavy-duty braided USB-C to Lightning cables by Vibrance, you can say goodbye to fraying and fussing. And they’re on sale now, in a variety of colors beyond plain ol’ vanilla white, for just $34.99 (regularly $39).

These Vibrance Connect cables are discounted as part of our Deal Days event. It’s our version of Amazon’s Prime Day, where you can find incredible deals on popular products such as apps, subscriptions and gadgets. You’ll have to move quickly to grab this deal, though. The promotion only runs through October 12.

Grab a 3-in-1 cable to power your Apple Watch, AirPods and iPhone

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Use one cable to charge your Apple Watch and two Lightning devices.
Why carry three separate cables when one will suffice?
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Carrying a separate Apple Watch charger proves annoying when you travel. Save space in your bag or on your nightstand with this three-in-one Apple Watch, AirPods and iPhone charging cable. It comes with two Lightning tips and one Apple Watch charging puck.

Connect it to a power source, and it can charge an Apple Watch, an iPhone and AirPods all at once. And it’s not just convenient. It’s colorful and inexpensive! Get one in gray, blue, white or red for $16.99 each.

These braided Lightning cables are more durable than Apple’s

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This MFI-certified Lightning cable combines speed, durability and style.
Why stick with a boring white cable that will inevitably fray when you can upgrade to braided?
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Apple doesn’t enjoy a great record when it comes to charging accessories. The company’s Lightning cables, in particular, seem overpriced and less than rugged.

So, if you want to power up your iPhone or iPad without being super-careful, it might be time for an upgrade. With a braided sheath to protect it, this Vibrance Connect Lightning cable might just last much longer than a stock Apple cord. You can get one today for just $39.99 in a range of eye-catching colors.

Combo cable charges Apple Watch and 3 more devices at once

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This 4-port charger is great 4 travelers.
If you own more than one smart device, check out this four-way cable with Apple Watch, Lightning, USB-C and Micro USB connections.
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Imagine you’re having an incredible time traveling abroad. After a night in yet another lovely hotel, you grab your iPhone, put on your Apple Watch, throw your iPad into a bag, and you’re off.

But if you forget even one of the chargers or cables for those devices, the rest of your trip will be wildly inconvenient (at least until you make it to an overpriced travel store). So streamline while you can. Carry one powerful charger for all your devices. Then get a 4-in-1 cable to connect them all to it.

Plus, get that four-way cable while it’s on sale for $17.99 (regularly $34), and you can spend your savings on a couple of chocolate croissants and some fine European coffee.

Charge your Apple Watch, AirPods and iPhone with this 3-in-1 cable

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Give this 3-in-1 Apple charger a tri.
Three heads are better than one with this Apple Watch charging cable.
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If you’re on the move, you likely don’t want to carry a different charger for every device. If you want to spare some outlet space and cut down on cords you’re carrying, try out this 3-in-1 Apple Watch, AirPods and iPhone charging cable.

It comes with two Lightning tips and a magnetic puck for charging your Apple Watch. Connect it to a high-quality power source (like this 65W GaN charger from Ugreen), and you can juice up three devices at once.

Sound convenient? Now’s the time to pick up one or two of these hassle-busting cables. They are on sale now for just $24.99 (regularly $34).

This Apple Watch charging cable can handle 4 devices at once

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Use 1 outlet for 4 devices with this discounted charger.
Charge everything all at once with this four-headed cable.
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Why carry multiple charging cables when you can get one that connects to all your gear at once? The 4-in-1 Multi-Port & Apple Watch Charging Cable lets you top off four devices simultaneously without a mess of cords.

And for a limited time, this combo Lightning/USB-C/Apple Watch cable is on sale for $17.99 (regularly $34).

Charge your iPhone, AirPods and Apple Watch with one cable

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Power your iPhone, AirPods & Apple Watch with one cable.
Carrying three separate cables is for chumps.
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You don’t need a distinct charging cable for each of your devices if you have one that works for all of them. Connect it to a powerful enough charger, and the 3-in-1 Apple Watch, AirPods & iPhone Charging Cable can juice up three devices at once. That’s a real cord cutter killer. And, for a limited time, this three-headed cable is on sale for just $24.99 (regularly $34).

These 6-way charging cables give you all the options

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InCharge 6-in-1 charging cable
You can use these multi-tipped power cables to charge almost anything.
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A lot of people regularly carry more than one smart device. Phones, tablets, wireless earbuds — all of these need a charge. And carrying around a separate power cable for each of them gets ridiculous.

InCharge’s cables pack six combinations into a compact, durable design. You can get a 2.8-inch InCharge X Charging Cable in black, marble beige or sapphire blue for $21.99 (regularly $29). Or you can get a 5-foot cable of the same design in lava black for $29.99 (regularly $39).

This $17.99 charging cable can handle 4 devices at once (including Apple Watch)

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This might be the last power cable you need — and it's on sale!
Why carry four cables when one will get the job done?
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The stress of untangling four different charging cables while their corresponding devices are all dying is as unpleasant as it is totally unnecessary. You can get a quality charge from an all-in-one cord that cuts down on space and time spent learning how knots work.

The 4-in-1 Multi-Port & Apple Watch Charging Cable can connect four devices at once. And for a limited time, it’s on sale for $17.99 (regularly $34) in white or black.

4-in-1 cable for every Apple device costs just $17.99 for a limited time

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Charge 4 devices at once with this $18 cable.
This four-connector cable can handle all your Apple gear.
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If you’re not going wireless for charging your Apple gear, you may as well get a single cable that you can use for all your devices. The 4-in-1 Multi-Port & Apple Watch charging cable comes with four different connectors, so you can charge all your devices at once or switch between them seamlessly.

And now, it’s on sale for only $17.99 (regularly $34).

Get a Lightning cable that won’t fray for less than $15

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Grab a charger that'll last for only $15.
This braided Lightning cable is built to last.
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It can prove difficult to find a Lightning cable that works well and lasts a while. The Crave 4-foot Lightning-to-USB Cable is super-sturdy and can handle the output of a powerful charger.

Shockingly, it costs less than Apple’s own Lightning cables. And right now, you can save even more. Get one in gold or silver for just $14.99 (regularly $19.99). At that price, it might be time to buy some extras.

These MagSafe-style breakaway cables work with any device

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Power up your devices with this multi-way cable.
Charge all your devices with this powerful universal cable.
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The Infinity Cable is like a MagSafe cable that works with any device. You can get it with three types of magnetic tips — Lightning, USB-C or Micro USB — that snap onto the cable’s end.

As with MagSafe, the tip will snap away if you trip over the cable while it’s plugged in to your device. But that “yank safe” connection is just the start. Infinity Cable also brings high-speed data transfers and compatibility with multiple fast-charging standards.

And right now, can get the versatile and sturdy Infinity Cable for $24.99 — a fat 54% discount off the normal price of $55.

Get this handy 3-in-1 Apple charging cable at a pre-Black Friday price

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This convenient 3-in-1 charger is on sale for Pre-Black Friday.
This Apple-compatible 3-in-1 charging cable is more affordable than ever.
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Whether you’re constantly on the move and need a quick way to pack your charging essentials or just want to make the most out of the minimal space you have, this 3-in-1 Apple Watch, AirPods & iPhone Charging Cable lets you charge two Lightning devices and your Apple Watch all at the same time.

If you’re a traveler looking to pack light and stay organized, or just want a simple charging accessory you can toss into your bag to be set for the day, this is the most effective cord you could get.

Tiny keychain cable charges gadgets and opens bottles, too [Review]

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The High Six features USB-C, USB-A and Lightning connectors.
The High Six features USB-C, USB-A and Lightning connectors.
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If you want to be a helpful elf after the holidays — always ready to help charge up people’s devices and open their bottled beverages — you can be. Just carry the nifty little Vonmählen High Six 6-in-1 keychain charging cable in your pocket, with or without keys.

The review sample I received didn’t look flawless or work exactly as advertised, but the company said it will address some issues before it commences shipping the High Six in January 2022, as described below.

This $16 Apple Watch cable charges three other devices, too

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This Black Friday Deal is 4 Apple device chargers in 1.
Launch a four-pronged attack on dead batteries.
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There are few things more frustrating than having to untangle your chargers before you plug in your devices for the night. Remove the tangles from your life with the 4-in-1 Multi-Port & Apple Watch Charging Cable (Black) on sale for $15.97 (regularly $34) during our Pre-Black Friday Sale.

Save over 60% on this much-loved cable that charges 3 Apple devices at the same time

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This game-changing 3-in-1 Apple charging cable is on sale for less than $15 in the Pre-Black Friday sale.
Never be without a full battery with this 3-in-1 Apple charging cable.
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It’s a simple fact: Always having a charging cable on hand makes everyday life better. So always having one that can keep three of your Apple devices charged at the same time? That’s an instant life upgrade.

This 3-in-1 Apple Watch and Lightning Charger Cable is available in a choice of colors in our Pre-Black Friday Sale, and you can save an extra 15% when you use the code SAVE15NOV at checkout. That drives the price down to just $14.44 (regular price $39). But hurry, this code will only last for a limited time.

Charge 3 Apple devices at once with this top-rated cable, less than $15 today 

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Travel lighter than ever before with this 3-in-1 charger perfect for Apple devices.
Never be left low on battery with this 3-in-1 portable Apple charger.
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A charging cable with multiple connectors is one of the most useful things you’ll ever own. So, your future self will thank you for grabbing this 3-in-1 Apple Watch, AirPods and iPhone charging cable, which is on sale today for just $24.99, a 28% discount off its regular price of $34.

Plus, if you’re not married to basic white, you can save even more. The charging cable is available in a range of colorful designs for just $14.99.

This compact, hybrid charging cable lets you connect all your devices

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This charger is $22 and will work for virtually any device.
Not matter what type of connection you need, this hybrid charging cable delivers.
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You don’t need a different charging cable for each of your devices — even if you’re carrying Apple and Android devices as well as other gear. If you use the InCharge Charging Cable, you can get six charging options for iPhone and Androids

And it’ll only cost you $21.99 for a limited time.

Take control of your cord management with this 4-in-1 Apple charger

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This 4-in-1 Apple charger powers up all your devices.
Stop dealing with tangled cords with this 4-in-1 Apple charger.
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You shouldn’t need to carry around a separate bag for chargers or learn complex cord management just because you have more than one device that you use every day. Instead, you can consolidate all of your chargers into one without sacrificing charging speed.

The 4-in-1 Multi-Port and Apple Watch Charger can charge four of your devices at once, is a comfortable length without opening itself up to tangles, and is on sale for $18.