Accessory maker
Belkin unveiled the first third party USB-C to Lightning cable at CES. Prices
start at US$ 25 for the 1.2m cable, the longest cable is 3m (10ft) and costs US$ 35.
Competition is good
for consumers, but in this case Belkin’s cables are not strictly cheaper.
Apple’s 1m cable is US$ 19, the 2m one is US$ 35 (there’s no 3m cable). Still, as
more third-party companies start offering such cables, the prices should fall.
Belkin also
unveiled a 20,000mAh battery bank with a USB-C port that delivers up to 30W
along with a 12W USB-A port. Apple recommends a 30W charger for the 12” MacBook
and 13” MacBook Air with Retina display, so you can extend their battery life
with this BoostCharge power bank.
