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USB-C breakaway connector

4.0 / 5 Very good

Pros & Cons

Excellent range of swiveling and rotating.

Smooth action with just the right amount of magnetic force holding the connector together.

Can carry 240W of power.

Limited to 480Mbps data.

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4.0 / 5 Very good

This connector swivels 180 degrees and rotates 360 degrees, so it doesn't strain the connector at any angle.

Pros & Cons

Excellent range of swiveling and rotating.

Smooth action with just the right amount of magnetic force holding the connector together.

Can carry 240W of power.

Limited to 480Mbps data.

The other day, a friend of a friend brought over their car for me to check out. It had a broken USB-C port on the dashboard. There’s always a tale of woe that comes with a damaged vehicle, especially when the owner feels even slightly responsible.…