This slim, sturdy USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.1 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) cable, better known as a USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 cable, lets you position Micro-USB devices on your desk without the cable getting in the way. It’s thinner & more flexible than standard cables, & features a left-angled Micro-USB connector that prevents awkward bends at the connection port. Position USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 devices the way you want Now you can arrange your desk according to what works best for you, without worrying about the cable bending awkwardly or straining too much to make a connection. This durable, lightweight cable is roughly half the thickness of a regular USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 cable, giving you the flexibility & freedom to place your devices as needed, with minimal clutter. This versatile cable features a left-angled connector, which offers a more natural fit at the device connection point & helps prevent unnecessary strain & damage to the port. Plus, the short 0.5 m/1.5 ft. cable length makes this an excellent solution for close-range connections & portable applications such as connecting a portable hard drive to your laptop. Charge & sync your USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 mobile devices Charge your mobile device in your car or sync with your laptop. As well as being ideal for connecting to your desktop devices, this cable provides the perfect solution for charging & syncing your USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 Micro B-equipped phones & tablets. The short cable design is just right for people on the move, for providing simple, tidy connections & it fits nicely inside your laptop or tablet carrying case. Connect to your mobile devices with ease The cable features a thin, yet sturdy connector molding, so you’ll be able to connect to your phone or tablet without removing its protective case. &, the cable’s left-angled Micro-USB connector lets you text, work or game on your mobile device -- even while it’s charging -- without the cable getting in the way. The USB3AU50CMLS 0.5m cable is backed by Star Tech.com’s lifetime warranty for guaranteed reliability.