Identifying hollowed out USB-C to USB-C cable for newer devices

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Identifying hollowed out USB-C to USB-C cable for newer devices

I seem to have 2 different USB-C to USB-C cables. One with a completely flat tee end and one with a hollowed out flat end cable (newest devices). They are not interchangeable but I find no information identifying the newer hallowed out cable and I am unsure which I will be purchasing to replace damaged cable. The pictures on the web are not helpful-all look flat.

iPad mini, iPadOS 26

Posted on Oct 3, 2026 8:18 PM

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LotusPilot

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Oct 4, 2026 6:49 AM in response to jackinnh

A USB-C connector has a standard plug and socket arrangement. Perhaps this image will help you to identify and differentiate between the connector types - and armed with this knowledge, determine the type of cable that you need.

Cables obviously have two ends - which may differ dependent upon the connection type. By example, you may be looking for a USB-C to Lightning cable:

USB-C to Lightning Cable (1m) - Apple

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