Apple Thunderbolt 2 Cable (0.5 m)

I’m a DJ and I keep a backup MacBook with all the exact music on it (essentially a clone) from my main MacBook. A few months back my backup died on me so I had to go through the process of transferring all the music over once again. The main way I do this is via AirDrop. It works most of the time but at times some files for whatever reason aren’t able to be transferred this way. So I had to just only grab the stuff I absolutely needed and take the time when I had it to gradually transfer everything over. It got exhausting especially when I have 35K+ tracks to transfer. After a little research I found out you can do large data/files transfers via Thunderbolt. Once I got the Thunderbolt Bridge setup I simply went to my music folder pressed CMD + A and selected all my music then dragged it over. It transferred all my tracks to the new backup MacBook. The only caveat was that it took over 24 hours to complete (probably because of the 35K+ tracks) however I didn’t need to do anything. I just make sure that my Mac wouldn’t put the HD to sleep and it just transferred everything on it own. Aside from the time consumption it was a very easy process. All my files are on both now and I can confidently DJ knowing that my backup is ready to go when needed. I would say make sure you have free time or don’t need to use the Macs for a day or so if you need to do some massive file transfers. Worth every penny! Not an exaggeration!

These are far too expensive. But it is the price you pay for using the latest technology for high-speed transfer. You can use these to connect two Apple computers together, or for connecting your Apple computer to a Thunderbolt-enabled external drive (which is my primary use for them). They are very high quality like most Apple items are, but they come at an eye-watering price. You can attempt to console yourself with the understanding that these cables are not "just" cables: if you were to physically destroy the end caps and look inside, you would find the electronic controller components that facilitate the technology. So, you are not just paying for a cable, but also for the controller that is hidden inside the cable's end caps. The cable quality, too, is exceptionally high, and they should last a very, very long time if they are not abused. It's hard to give them a five-star rating because of their cost, but in actuality, they are indeed a five-star product, and if you are using Thunderbolt, I would recommend them over non-Apple brands.HEADS UP!"Thunderbolt" is a subject that carries much confusion. These are *NOT* the same as Mini Display Port cables, which are used to connect high-resolution monitors to computers. If you are unsure of the difference, do some research on "Thunderbolt and Mini Display Port" to understand the difference. It's confusing because the physical connectors of "Thunderbolt" and "Mini Display Port" cables are exactly the same, and have the same physical (i.e., size) specifications. But these two technologies perform different tasks and are NOT universally interchangeable. Research before you purchase so that you purchase only what you actually need.

During Jony Ive's reign as haead of design at Apple was a disaster. I think he had a weight Ain problem he couldn't overcome- so he took it out on all the computers he designed- THINNER_THINNER-THINNER! GET RID OF THE SIDE CASE PORTS! THINNER! so today, yes, we have thinner MBPros, AIRs, etc. but the last MBPro with a significant choice of ports was built from 2015-2018 when it was finally killed off. Wanna run a piece of Apple or 3rd party equipment that's maybe 3 y old? Don't have any cable that'll fit? Be prepared to drop big $. I Just bought a new 16" M Apple Silicon MBPro and had to kick in an add'l $80 to get TWO Stinking' cables just to do the transfer from my 2018 MBPro. it's outrageous!

The Apple Thunderbolt Cable (0.5 m) is a popular choice for anyone looking for a high-performance cable to connect their Apple devices together. This cable is designed to provide fast speeds and reliable connectivity, and it does an excellent job of both. There are a number of pros to using the Apple Thunderbolt Cable (0.5 m), including its high-quality construction, fast transfer speeds, and compatibility with a wide range of devices. However, there are also a few cons to keep in mind. For one, this cable can be quite expensive compared to other options on the market. Additionally, some users have reported issues with the cable breaking or failing after extended use. Overall, if you're looking for a high-quality Thunderbolt cable, the Apple Thunderbolt Cable (0.5 m) is definitely worth considering, but it may not be the best choice for everyone.

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Like others, I have an older Thunderbolt Display, and the Thunderbolt cable was starting to fray. There is no easy way to easily replace the cable without complex procedures to remove the display and replace the built-in cable. With this cable, I can plug it in the back port of the display, and plug it into an older MacBook directly via Thunderbolt port, or a newer MacBook via a USB-C adapter. I previously purchased the 0.5m version of the cable and exchanged it for the longer cable.

Needed this to use with an older Mac laptop in order to transfer data to a newer Mac laptop. I tried just using WiFi but it was taking FOREVER so I decided to get a Thunderbolt cable to speed things up. This made a HUGE difference...took less than 10 minutes!!! Wow! Super impressed. Definitely worth it for me since I didn't have HOURS to wait for all the data to transfer before I can use either laptop.