A few weeks ago my Otimo laptop cooling pad started peeling and then suddenly stopped working. Although it didn't work, I continued to use it as a pedestal to circulate cooling air underneath my laptop. But I couldn't get my mind off the fact that the problem might not be with the cooling pad itself, but with the USB cable that connects it to my computer. Last week I bought 2 packs of Besgoods 1.5ft USB 3.0 Type A cables hoping that a new cable would get my cooling pad working again. I'm happy to report that the cable actually solved my problem. My cooling pad is now humming happily to keep me cool as I write this review. I am very satisfied with these Besgoods Super Speed USB 3.0 Type A Braided Cables. They are strong, durable and reliable. Highly recommended.