Shortly after Anker launched its SoundCore P41i headphones in the United States, it also unveiled its USB-A-ALO USB-A-AT USB-C cable in USB-C in the United States unveiled its USB-AL USB-C USB-C USB-C cable in the United States too. This follows its in Europe, the Zolo USB-A cable to USB-C. The cable is now available on Amazon in two sizes – 3.3 feet (1 m) and 6 feet (1.8 m) – at a price of $ 11.99 and $ 12.99 respectively. The black and white options are listed, although the longer white variant is currently indicated as “soon available” for the highest length.
This new Zolo model (A8052) has a USB -C MINCE connector – only 10 x 5.8 mm – to better adapt to devices whose port cuts are narrower, in particular those that use thicker boxes (as visible in the image below). It is built with a braided sheath of 48 strands and is designed to withstand more than 10,000 curves and a 12 kg traction force. The cable is USB-IF certified and supports both the transfer of data to 480 Mbps and a charging power up to 18W. Anker also indicates that the cable is adapted to a “transparent” carplay experience, capable of loading the phone and managing calls, navigation and the media without loss of signal or disconnection.
The Amazon product list also confirms cable compatibility with a wide range of iPhones (including iPhone 1615 and 14), Samsung Galaxy models, iPads and some Google Pixel and LG models. While the load at full speed is supported on certain Android devices, limited load speeds will likely apply to others.
Currently, the Zolo USB-A cable to USB-C is slightly positioned above the Zolo USB-C to USB-C 240W braided cable, the price of which is currently $ 9.99 on Amazon. Despite its higher price, the new USB-A model is more aimed at users who still use old chargers or car systems and who need something more sustainable and easier to store.