If you’ve just gotten yourself a new iPhone 5c or 5s, you’re probably aware of the fact that you need a lightning cable in order to be able to sync your devices.
Most of the lightning cables that come with the devices are extremely short and are of just 1 m in length.
If you find yourself having trouble with the length of these cables, don’t worry. There are varying lengths of lightning cable available in the market right now.
When the cables were initially launched, the size options were limited. But now things have changed. Cables are available in different lengths making them perfect for different kinds of uses.
One of the main reasons why you need to get yourself a lightning cable is because they not only allow you to charge your device but also sync them.
Fast syncing can ONLY happen if you have a lightning cable with any of the newer Apple devices. There’s no doubt about that.
The real question is, whether you need a short lighting cable or a long lighting cable? There are benefits to both these cables, but we think that the longer lightning cables are the best option, especially when using at home.
Here are some key benefits of a longer lighting cable…
1. Prevents accidental tip-off
When transferring files from your desktop to your iPad/iPod/iPhone, it’s important that you keep all of these devices as safely away from the desktop. You’ll most likely be multi-tasking and performing other tasks on your desktop as the files are synced.
If you don’t have a large enough desk with lots of space, there’s always a chance that you may accidentally tip your device. This can be easily avoided with a longer lighting cable that allows you the freedom to set your device out of your way while it is connected.
2. More freedom when charging
If you’re charging your iPhone/iPad/iPod with a USB connection to your computer, a longer lighting cable can come in handy. You can place your device right next to you near your bed as you charge the device through the computer overnight.
USP based charging is the fastest way to charge your devices. With short-cables, you won’t be able to immediately retrieve them to hit snooze with your alarm or to listen to music overnight, making a longer USB cable very handy.
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