TL;DR: The GoCable is a tiny 8-in-1 keychain cable that can connect via USB-C or Lightning, and it’s only $25.
Carrying the right charging cable everywhere you go is a hassle, and the cheap ones fray or tangle before long anyway. If you want a better option, try combining all your cables into a single cable. The GoCable is a keychain cable with eight functions packed into a very small container. It’s also on sale now for $24.99 (reg. $49.99).
The GoCable charges at up to 100 watts. That’s fast enough for a phone or tablet, and strong enough for most laptops too, so you can leave your other cables at home and still charge everything you carry. You’ll want a power bank or a wall adapter to plug it into because one doesn’t come in the box. Everything else it needs is already on the cable.
Most cables only fit one type of device, so you end up carrying two or three. This one has a Type-C connector and a Lightning connector, so the same cable charges an iPhone, an iPad, AirPods, or an Android phone. A small light comes on while it charges, so you know it’s working. When you plug it into a computer, it moves files, not just power.
The GoCable stays out of your way when you’re not using it. A magnet holds it coiled so it won’t tangle in your pocket, and a carabiner clips it to your keys, your bag, or a belt loop. It weighs 40 grams and measures under six inches long, so you’ll barely notice it on your keychain.
This little charger also has a few things most cables do not. There’s a bottle opener for drinks and a safe cutter for opening boxes and packages without cutting your hand. It’s like a more modern multitool.
Don’t get caught without a charger. Get a GoCable 8-in-1 100W Cable on sale for $24.99.
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