USB C Cable

[jshoe22]

I'm having a very hard time finding a Galaxy S8 charge and sync cable. I want the OEM cable. All I can find is knockoffs that are made in China. I want to use fast charging and just prefer OEM. Any ideas where to get one?

Thanks

 

[El Presidente]

I'm generally not a fan of cheapo cables either.

Samsung's own store has them, they're a bit pricier than Amazon etc, but you know it'll be legit.

https://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/mobile-accessories/phones/ep-dn930cwegus-ep-dn930cwegus/

 

[jhobbs]

FWIW: I've been happily using Anker cables. I think they're better than most.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071G5YCS6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[jshoe22]

Thanks.... Any idea what the model is for the black cable. It seems as though you've had better luck with me on the site.

 

[svim]

There's some good reading here (including some relevant links) on what to buy, and more importantly what to look for to make an educated choice for yourself:
https://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-micro-usb-cable/

 

[tweak4]

I'm typically one that likes OEM products, but with USB cables & chargers there is honestly no need. For cables, just stick with a reputable cable manufacturer (like Anker or Aukey), and for chargers sick with a reputable company (same as before) and get a model that lists Qualcom QuickCharge 2.0 or 3.0 support. They'll all give you full fast-charge support and they'll be every but as good as OEM and cost less. I've been using Anker chargers for years to great success.
Even better, I picked up a couple Choetech wireless chargers for about $14 each that even support fast wireless charging. Chargers and cables are pretty universal, as long as you avoid the suspiciously cheap ones.