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USB-C to Lightning Cable (1 m) Corrosion

I noticed that the lightning end of the cable is showing corrosion, which I purchased from the Apple store. I want to contact Apple Support, but the webpage is asking for a serial number which I cannot find. What is the best way to contact them and under which category is this cable in?


The link to the item https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MKQ42AM/A/usb-c-to-lightning-cable-2-m.


Thank you.

iPad Pro, iOS 13

Posted on Jan 7, 2020 9:32 PM

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Posted on Jan 8, 2020 4:49 AM

Hello,

Yeah that happens sometimes. The cable will need to be replaced:

Apple One (1) Year Limited Warranty

Identify counterfeit or uncertified Lightning connector accessories

You can take it somewhere to have it examined: Find Locations

Good luck.

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Jan 9, 2020 2:57 PM in response to MrBill3

Hello,


I contacted Apple. They told me it more or less never happens, and I need to make a visit to a local store for more information. I decided to give up and not buying such a cable anymore. My other cables never showed this issue, and I do not want to spend hours to make a visit for something it may or may not be replaced by them.


I hope this article is searchable for those you are considering buying a cable from apple to make a reasonable decision.


Thank you for your answer though.

USB-C to Lightning Cable (1 m) Corrosion

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