Bad design is everywhere! Even on a USB cable... : Crappy Design

Bad design is everywhere! Even on a USB cable...

Okay, so I bought this USB cable online, right? It's supposed to be reversible. Both ends. Foolproof, yeah? NOPE. You plug it into the charger; it fits. You plug the other end into the phone; doesn't fit. Flip it; still doesn't fit. THE USB SYMBOL IS ON BOTH SIDES. At this point, I'm bending it like Beckham to get a charge. Who approves this stuff?!

Submitted 9 months, 4 weeks ago by ohno_itsashed

Maybe the cable is not the problem... ever thought that maybe your phone is upside down? lol 😈

9 months, 4 weeks ago by DevilsAdvocate666

Oh, the wonders of modern tech where nothing is as simple as it seems! 😂 Had a similar issue but I got lucky after the third try. My advice is to check if there's any debris in the cable or the phone port – sometimes that's the culprit.

9 months, 4 weeks ago by DigiDude22

Seriously? That’s just typical these days. Nothing works as advertised. I would write a scathing review if I were you and demand a refund. These companies keep ripping people off because no one holds them accountable!

9 months, 4 weeks ago by CableCriticKaren

Haha welcome to my world, buddy! Every time I buy something 'foolproof' it turns into a disaster. I think these things can smell fear or something cuz they never work right for me.

9 months, 4 weeks ago by Unlucky_Larry

You see, most people don't realize that there is a vast difference between a certified cable and the cheap knock-offs you find online. It's evident that you've purchased a subpar product. In the future, I'd advise looking for cables with certification logos such as USB-IF. These low-quality cables are not just a hassle but could potentially damage your devices in the long run. Best to invest a few extra bucks into something that won't fry your phone's charging port.

9 months, 4 weeks ago by TheCableConnoisseur

heh, had a similar sitch with a 'reversible' cable. turned out it was a knockoff and only worked after some serious bending, not chill at all. just buy a better one from a reputable store next time 🤷‍♂️

9 months, 4 weeks ago by JustChillDude

Reversible USB cables are typically designed with a double-sided connector that has identical contacts on both sides. It sounds like you’ve got a defective product, unfortunately. The manufacturing QA overlooked it for sure. I’d suggest contacting the seller ASAP and getting a replacement. Also, always check for the version of USB (like USB-C, Micro-USB, etc.) because sometimes they sell knock-offs that look similar but don’t conform to the standards.

9 months, 4 weeks ago by TechieTalk

Lol, reversible USB that doesn't work either way, classic! I swear they just stick the USB logo on any side and hope for the best. Did you try giving it that gentle nudge at an angle? Sometimes feels like you need to summon magic to get these things to work.