Apple's MagSafe and Lightning cables are notorious for fraying under heavy use. If you want to repair your cable, rather than purchase a replacement, Sugru Moldable Glue could be the solution you've ...

If you don’t have a frayed Lightning cable somewhere in your collection are you even an iPhone owner? You might have attempted to fix your’s with duck tape as we have, or perhaps you are making do ...

Today I was reminded of a problem I've not seen in a while (I'll tell you why I've not seen it in ages shortly). iPhone Lightning charging cables that only work if you plug them in one way into the ...

It’s not just you: iOS 7 has seemingly killed off support for some unlicensed, third-party Lightning cables. We’re seeing numerous reports from users that iOS 7 has blocked support for many knock-off ...

iPhone and iPad chargers quite often break or stop working – but then, they do take a battering over the years. From travel damage to constant plugging and unplugging, it’s no surprise to find that ...

Apple's Lightning cable works great, right up until it doesn't. Lightning cables are the most boring part of your iPhone or iPad kit, but one of the most essential. After all, without one your iPhone ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Apple's switch to USB-C marks the end of an era — and the beginning of a clutter crisis for anyone with a drawer full of Lightning cables.

This post was done in partnership with The Wirecutter, a buyer’s guide to the best technology. After measuring the charging speed of nearly 50 Lightning cables (a proprietary cable made for use with ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Brad Moon covers audio gear, Apple products and consumer tech. This article is more than 6 years old. Several generations of Apple ...