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How to Set Up a 4G/5G Backup Internet Connection for Business
18 Mar, 2026
£23.09 inc. VAT
AI-generated summary
If you’re after a sensible, “just works” USB‑C cable for everyday office use, this Beats-branded one is probably fine. For £19.24 ex‑VAT it’s not a bargain, though—at that money you’re paying for a brand and the Apple-friendly vibe, not for anything you’ll feel day-to-day. In practice, the 1.5 m length is genuinely useful for docks, laptops on desks, or powering devices where the charger sits a bit away, and it’ll behave like a typical short USB‑C lead.
That said, I wouldn’t buy this specifically for “fast charging” claims. If you need consistently higher charging performance for work-critical devices, you’ll get better value spending on a cable that’s clearly positioned for that purpose and that you can rely on with the exact chargers/devices you use. For buyers who just need a dependable spare or replacement for non-urgent charging/data (and don’t mind paying a bit extra for the look/feel), it’s reasonable. For anyone cost-conscious, or charging-heavy (lots of devices, frequent top-ups, tight tolerances), I’d shop around first—there are cheaper USB‑C options that do the same basic job.

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