Anker 2-in-1 USB-C cable matches lowest price at $14.99

5 articles · Updated · The Verge · May 2

Amazon and Anker are offering the braided cable in black or white for $3 off, with up to 140W passthrough charging.
The two-headed cable can charge two USB-C devices from one adapter, automatically splitting power, though only the first connected device supports data transfer at up to 480Mbps.
A similar Native Union 6.5-foot model is also at its lowest price, while Anker's four-port 140W charger has dropped to $79.99 for Amazon Prime members.

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