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Review on Surface AC Replacement Microsoft Cable 1 5M by Robert Farrar

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Bad connection is good for chargers and adapters

To be fair, the micro USB connector, while convenient, isn't the most durable tablet connector if you want to use your tablet while it's charging. Microsoft OEM cables with a right-angle connector like this largely solve this problem, fitting snugly into the tablet and pretty much preventing the connector from moving. Unfortunately, this particular charger has a slightly longer USB connector, so it doesn't fit snugly against the tablet, but protrudes slightly, allowing the USB connector to "wiggle" in the socket. When it comes to a secure connection, it doesn't beat a regular straight plug. Although the charger itself seems normal.

Pros
  • Quality construction
Cons
  • Hard to tell