Reddit mentions of Anker USB-C to USB 3.1 Adapter, Converts USB-C Female into USB-A Female, Uses USB OTG Technology, Compatible with Samsung Galaxy Note 8, S8 S8+ S9, iPad Pro 2018, Nexus 6P 5X, LG V20 G5 and more

Correct, that dongle is for the Chromebook Pixel. Almost no Android phone these days contains the chip needed for HDMI output natively. The solution I use that is very reliable in most situations is an adapter that uses the DisplayLink protocol.

I use this adapter or the 2K version: https://m.newegg.com/Product/index?itemnumber=9SIA2XB38Z2801
It's also on Amazon, I just found this link first.
You'll also need a USB 3.0 capable USB-C OTG adapter like this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01COOQIKU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_T.Pxyb7RV5ABE

And lastly, install the DisplayLink Presenter app on your device. Once set up it will output the full display at all times (though media apps like Netflix and Hulu generally don't work).

If you think you'll be using the case for several years, going with the front USB-C port rather than the USB-A port might be more useful in the long run.

In the mean time, you can plug USB-A devices into the rear ports or keep one of these cheap dongles handy nearby: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01COOQIKU/

Basically every Android device made in the past 6 years supports this functionality. It is called "USB On-The-Go". You simply need a readily available adapter to change whatever charging port your phone has into a female USB Type A port.

Android itself has always natively supported USB devices such as keyboards, mice, USB storage devices (flash drives, DVD drives), USB audio devices, etc.. You can even plug in a USB hub and connect multiple devices at once; using your phone/tablet as a quasi-desktop computer if you wanted.

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If your phone has Type-C: https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Adapter-Converts-Technology-Compatible/dp/B01COOQIKU/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=usb+c+otg&qid=1558373604&s=gateway&sr=8-3

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If your Phone as Micro-B: https://www.amazon.com/UGREEN-Adapter-Samsung-Controller-Android/dp/B00N9S9Z0G/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=usb+micro+otg&qid=1558373637&s=gateway&sr=8-3

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They even make ones that allow you to keep charging your phone while having a device plugged into it: https://www.amazon.com/AuviPal-Micro-USB-Cable-Power/dp/B07FY9Z9GD/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=usb+micro+otg&qid=1558373675&s=gateway&sr=8-5

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I I just discovered they even make USB OTG hubs! https://www.amazon.com/Rocketek-Adapter-MacBook-Smartphones-Function/dp/B07MJ61TJV/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=usb+otg+hub&qid=1558374272&s=gateway&sr=8-3

Yes, through a USB-C OTG cable.

Here's a link of one on sale through Amazon for $9.99. There are also many others available, prices vary.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01COOQIKU/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1500366547&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=usb+c+otg+cable&dpPl=1&dpID=31u9EgABWmL&ref=plSrch

You could give one of these a shot. I've used one to use a mouse on my android phone.

You'll need a USB-C to USB-A adapter (I used this one from https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01COOQIKU/) to connect up the Vive n Chill to the top USB-C port of the Pimax. I also had to clip some plastic off of at the base of the connectors to give the adapter cable enough flex to bend out the way. If you're using the 3D printed strap adapter, you can unscrew the plastic housing of the Vive n Chill's power switch to pass it through the top strap, and use some cable ties to hold the USB-A connector and Vive n Chill power switch in place.

https://puu.sh/CJ5pz/199d629c48.jpg

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you could buy a usb c to usb a adapter i guess?

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Adapter-Converts-Technology-Compatible/dp/B01COOQIKU/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_147_tr_t_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=6MHQ3WMEMGTY0VXXB3VG

I used this USB to type C adapter connect it to the charging port of the switch and your all good to go!!it reads everything perfectly no lag.


Anker USB-C to USB 3.1 Adapter,... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01COOQIKU?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

I got a usb-c to usb 3.1 adapter for the headset and I dont have this problem any more. Was thinking maybe more available power on the usb-c slot would help, but its probably some other reason it actually works.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01COOQIKU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

For HDMI I have one of these and it's great: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01MYUCWOK

For USB 3, I already owned a hub/ethernet dongle combo: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00PC0J1VC

To make it work with USB-C I bought a USB A -> USB C converter: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01COOQIKU

All of these work fine and are considerably cheaper than the Apple alternatives. Anker seem to be a good company when it comes to dongles.

I'm pretty sure they work on anything with a USB port. I use them on my Chromebook sometimes. The only thing is, you have to give up the software on anything but a Windows machine (and maybe Mac? Don't know).

Edit: Just ordered this to see if it will work with my phone (Pixel).

What kind of phone do you have?

If it is an Android, you can use a USB OTG cable Micro USB or USB C and plug in any mouse.

A cursor will show up on the screen and you can click and drag as if the cursor were your finger.

No, but I got myself a USB-C to USB 3.0 dongle that works for all my flashdrives (FAT32 not NTFS)
https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Converts-Technology-Compatible-ChromeBook/dp/B01COOQIKU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1478629810&sr=8-1&keywords=Anker+USB-C+to+USB+3.1+Adapter%2C+Converts+USB-C+Female+into+USB-A+Female%2C+Uses+USB+OTG+Technology%2C+Compatible+with+Nexus+5X+and+6P%2C+%282015%29+MacBook%2C+ChromeBook+Pixel+and+more

Something like this should work:
https://www.amazon.com/AUKEY-Adapter-SuperSpeed-MacBook-Samsung/dp/B00W98IJ0O#customerReviews

Keep in mind that space WILL be an issue on a laptop. You may not be able to fit two adapters next to each other, so you might be better off with a short extension adapter that has a smaller plug.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01COOQIKU/ref=psdc_3015402011_t2_B00W98IJ0O

> What works better, plugging in directly from camera to phone, or just the SD card in an adapter to phone?

I can't find a clear answer as to if Android will support PTP/MTP over USB-OTG. I know that connecting the SD card via an adapter will work, but I wouldn't be confident in saying connecting the camera directly would work.

> I'd rather not mess with the SD card coming in and out often if so, but, any suggestions?

I doubt that this would be the point of failure for your camera, but I certainly understand the concern.

> Will any mini-usb to USB-C cable work, then?

No, you specifically need an OTG cable as this has an extra pin that tells the phone to function as a master device. I would recommend picking up a standard USB-C to USB-A OTG Cable and then using a USB-A to Micro B cable from there if you wanted to try it.

Again, I think there's a good chance it won't work, but the USB-C OTG cable will work for you either way so you can try it with the camera and use an SD card adapter if it does not work.

Probably depends on the case, but the one that comes with the Google Pixel fits perfectly with the Spigen neo hybrid. http://i.imgur.com/YKIbhU3.png

I can't seem to find any exactly like it online though. Maybe one like this with the smaller C end casing?

The cable you linked to is just an adapter. You need a USB OTG cable. Something like this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01COOQIKU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_DguXBbG6KG58E

Your cable will allow you to plug USB devices into a computer with a mini-c port, but for anything to work with a phone, you have to get something that specifically says it has USB OTG.

As for drivers, nearly any phone should support it. However, some phones might not work with controllers. My phone doesn't work with gamepads over USB, even though it does work with keyboards, mice, and flash drives. Most phones should work with gamepads though.

EDIT: It's possible this is incorrect based on the other response that all USB-C cables support OTG. I would suggest testing other USB devices with this cable. If it works with a keyboard, mouse, or flash drive, but not a gamepad, you might be out of luck. I can't find if your phone supports OTG.

Anker USB-C to USB 3.1 Adapter, Converts USB-C Female into USB-A Female, Uses USB OTG Technology, Compatible with Samsung Galaxy Note 8, S8 S8+ S9, iPad Pro 2018, Nexus 6P 5X, LG V20 G5 and more https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01COOQIKU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_PV2GDb5A81M9M

They look decent, I have https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01COOQIKU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_JHAnDb0FB4H75 because good experience with Anker

There is also a 7500mah zerolemon case for the 3/3t for around $45
but you could also buy a 20,000 mah battery pack fairly cheap
And if you want to connect to a flash drive one of these should work ($10) Anker USB-C to USB A Adapter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01COOQIKU/ref=cm_sw_r_apa_.r8-zbGRJG15T

The thing I would think of here is that the USB A to C cable you have is only meant for the USB A to be host (Computer) and USB C to be client (Phone) for transferring data between computer and phone or etc. and does not have the correct wiring to have USB C be the host and the linkbox to be client.

The way this works is there is a resistor placed the CC pin/wire on the USB-C connector and ground, essentially creating a tiny short, that tells whatever the USB-C is connected to, "Hey, you're the host of this connection". Since this cable is probably meant to charge phones etc. it does not have that resistor/short built in. That connection is what causes the usb-C side device to go ahead and power the +5v connection TO the other end of the cable, in this case, the USB-A (USB 3) end of the cable. Therefore, your linkbox, and in turn, Vive, is not currently getting any power via USB - which, yes, the Vive does have it's own power cable, but it surely also uses the USB 5v for some specific stuff on the Vive.

Getting a USB-C OTG adapter should solve your problems, you would use this and then plug the HTC Vive's original USB cable, coming out of the link box, in to this. https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Adapter-Converts-Technology-Compatible/dp/B01COOQIKU/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1511415846&sr=8-3&keywords=usb-c+otg

TL;DR Your cable is meant to charge phones/connect phones to PC, whatever is on the USB-C side is the "Accessory". Since you are using the USB-C plug on the PC side, the Vive is the "Host" and the PC is the "Accessory". USB cables only go "one way", in a sense. Getting a USB-C OTG adapter SHOULD work, but don't blame me if this doesn't work!

Hey guys, trying to get into the scene here and I feel like my phone isn't enough for my HD598. If someone could help me out that would be great.

I use an Honor 8 and HD598s. I'd like to get a bit more out of them, especially volume wise and I'm looking into the audioquest dragonfly or Audioengine D3. First off, which one would be better for sound quality and volume? I listen to a wide range of music so just generally which one would be better.

Second, would an HD598 do well with either one of those?

Third, can an Honor 8 power them sufficiently?

Fourth, I'd like to use this to connect them: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01COOQIKU/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1520274495&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=usb+c+to+usb+3.1+otg&dpPl=1&dpID=31u9EgABWmL&ref=plSrch

Overall, would this combo be alright and would the Honor 8 be able to completely power the Dragonfly/D3 and would the dragonfly/D3 be a good pair with the HD598?

Awesome, will this work? https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01COOQIKU/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A294P4X9EWVXLJ&psc=1

I have a similar hub and it works so I don't see why this wouldn't.

Edit: I don't think HDMI out through USB-C is supported so you'd be better off saving your $ and get this Anker (or similar) USB-C OTG adapter with a USB 2.0 hub (the USB ports on these phones are only USB 2.0)

I just got my cable in yesterday. It was the Anker one. Plug it in and if anything the white static screens became worse.

yeah this is the one I'm using: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01COOQIKU/

Android with a USB-OTG cable (Anker has good ones - this one is for USB C on the phone and connects directly to the Kobo microUSB cable) - but you can get other combos - connect phone to Kobo, transfer files between the two. Fast and easy.

I'm 100% sure this works because I do it sometimes with a Kobo [Clara] and a Samsung Note 8 - had some epubs on the phone that I wanted on the Kobo and vice versa. $8 solution.

Anything using cloud storage (Dropbox, etc) or FTP might work well too but maybe not on stock firmwares and it's not a big drawback to carry a tiny USB-OTG cable along on vacation, plus it's handy for other uses (external DAC/Amps, etc).

I would probably go with this. It says it says it is supported by Nexus 5X and 6P. Also with this one you won't need micro usb to usb C adapter.

Wait what? I meant the USB thingy that comes with the Cloud 2. If you need wireless though, just do a quick google search and you should find plenty of USB wireless audio adapters. If you need USB audio (or Gamecube controllers :P) in portable mode this should work. Sorry for the confusion. https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Adapter-Converts-Technology-Compatible/dp/B01COOQIKU/ Be sure to test it in docked mode first to make sure it's compatible with the Switch. And still, it might not work properly in portable mode, but it should lol

This is what I have.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01COOQIKU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_FFaHzbR4SNK5D

I plug in the white cable that came with the spark into that adapter,and the other end into the controller. The type C end go's into my phone.

If you are using ethernet you are at a desk, right? You could just leave a USB-C hub/dock there. I don't see why it needs to be built into a case. Obviously YMMV but I would never buy a product like this. I would rather have a dock at my desk and maybe a USB-C to A adapter in my laptop bag in case I need to plug in a USB drive on the go. Frankly I so rarely plug in anything when I'm away from my desk I could probably do without any dongles entirely.

I guess it's easier to understand if I link some stuff.

You can get something like this cable, this adapter, this hub, or anything else that looks similar. They all do the same thing so it doesn't really matter which. Any of them can connect to the bottom of the Switch to let you plug USB stuff in. Switch has the same kind of port (it's called USB-C) as the recent Macbooks so a lot of these things say they're for Macbook but they work with Switch too.

Only some USB LAN adapters work with Switch. Here's a few examples: HORI, Plugable, Cable Matters, AmazonBasics. Any of these work the same so get whichever one you can. They all work with the dock too.

If you don't care about using a LAN adapter with your dock at all, you could also get this LAN adapter instead which plugs directly into the Switch without needing another adapter, but you cannot use it when the Switch is docked.

Also maybe my anker is not powerful enough?

It's this one
Anker USB-C to USB 3.1 Adapter, Converts USB-C Female into USB-A Female, Uses USB OTG Technology, Compatible with Samsung Galaxy Note 8, S8 S8+ S9, iPad Pro 2018, Nexus 6P 5X, LG V20 G5 and more https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01COOQIKU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_zgs8CbF6ME8CE

So, something like this I believe you mean:

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Adapter-Converts-Technology-Compatible/dp/B01COOQIKU

Geez I'm getting old, I should have just realized that's what I need to get, DOH!!!

Thanks for the response...

As long as the embroidery machine acts as a USB drive then it will likely work. You would just need a USB OTG adapter and then test if it works.

Depending on which port your phone has you would get something similar to either of these:

https://smile.amazon.com/Anker-Adapter-Converts-Technology-Compatible/dp/B01COOQIKU/ref=sr_1_13?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1542684703&sr=1-13&keywords=usb+otg

https://smile.amazon.com/StarTech-com-0-5m-Micro-USB-Extension-Cable/dp/B012S0ZQNU/ref=sr_1_27?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1542684735&sr=1-27&keywords=usb+otg

I've used an audioquest dragonfly with my mate 20 Pro with great success. You'll just need a USB-C adapter. I use the Anker USB-C OTG cable. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Anker-Converts-Technology-Compatible-ChromeBook-black/dp/B01COOQIKU?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_4

Anker usb c to usb Link

I bought this one a few weeks ago and it has been great. I use it to transfer between my Nexus 6p and Chromebook Flip

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01COOQIKU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_dp_T2_bQCrzb42838XM

Not sure what country you are in, but here is one from the UK for £6:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Anker-Converts-Technology-Compatible-ChromeBook-black/dp/B01COOQIKU/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_147_tr_t_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=H4778WXRJBXFRPZ4HGTZ

from a reputable brand.

I use this exact setup. Anker USB-C OTG cable and Anker USB 3.0 SD/microSD Card Reader. I use this to copy photos from my SD card of my Nikon D5500 to my LG G6. There are some cheaper options on Amazon but I usually trust Anker or Aukey as they haven't caused me any issues (so far).

What phone do you have? For an Android from the past few years, you could use something like this. You'd plug it into your phone, then plug a flash drive with a lot of storage onto the other side. If your phone supports microSD you can get a big microSD card. Be careful though since a phone supports a Max size of microSD.

How many videos do you want? How much storage? Will you have access to WiFi?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01COOQIKU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_OQqXAb126MAB1

I know dongle hell is annoying, but one or two of these would limit the number of usb c versions of cables you’d need.

These work for charging AND pass data for heathen devices that aren’t natively usb c.

I've had two newer (purchased within the last 2 years) flash drives that were working, using this adapter, but after I did one of the 15" MBP firmware updates, I used it with one of the flash drives (SanDisk Cruzer 64 GB USB 2) and it wiped all the data and bricked the flash drive. Wouldn't recognize in macOS and in Windows it was to where it would read the size at 0. I tried to reformat it a few different ways, and it wouldn't do anything.

Of course before doing that troubleshooting I plugged in another of the same flash drive because I needed to transfer data, and that one did the same thing.

Buy one of these and bring your switch to tournaments. You can use a USB C to A OTG adapter and plug your controller into your switch to sync it. It's the fastest and most convenient way.

Yes it comes with a USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type A to Type B cable.

Is this the type of adapter you're referring to?

Syntech adapter

Anker adapter

I'd suggest an Anker, but just because their products are good.

I've never heard of a USB A to C adapter causing issues though.

Here's the one I have on my laptop

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01COOQIKU/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_N.6lDbWWPCGY9

Would this work?

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Converts-Technology-Compatible-ChromeBook/dp/B01COOQIKU