A set of three Type A to Type C USB cables is just $7 today
A set of three Type-A to Type-C USB cables is just $7 today.
If you didn't have a USB-C powered device last year, chances are you will before the end of 2018. That means you'll need Type-A (i.e. standard USB) to Type-C cables to make all of your devices and chargers play nice with each other. Today, Aukey via Amazon is selling a three pack of 3-foot USB 3.0 Type-A to USB Type-C for $7.
The sticker price is $10, but if you click the rebate section underneath the price, then click Redeem, you'll see an option for "30% off 1 item(s)".
These cords have not been examined by Type-A to Type-C guru Benson Leung, but they are from a known company with many happy customer reviews and the right specs. In other words, these wires should be safe for all your USB-C electronics.
These cords feature 20 AWG (American Wire Gauge) wire, which Aukey says "supports fast and efficient charging." There's also a protective aluminum shielding wrapped in an outer layer of durable PVC. On the USB-C end of the cord is the key component: a 56k Ohm resistor. That's the key value you need for a proper power transfer from Type-A to Type-C to ensure power is transferring safely.