I have several I use with an S23 and Pixel 7. This one I keep in my car, and I admittedly haven't used it much, so I can't speak for it's overall reliability. The few times I've used it were just a couple minutes, and it worked fine. - audio + charging. This one I use at my PC desk. I use it daily to port audio from my phone into my PC. When power is first connected there is about 2 seconds of buzzing as the charge in the system equalizes (i think), then it goes away & the audio is perfect & never comes back. If power isn't connected, there's no buzzing at all. - Audio + charging. Anker straight USB to 3.5mm. Pure & simple. This is the one my wife carries in her purse, to use with her Pixel 7. She hasn't voiced any complaints to me about anything with it. She's used it to drive some larger Hyper-X PC headphones. - Audio only. This one I use in my work bag. It's a little bulkier, but so far it's been solid. I haven't used it in a while, but I don't remember it having any of the 'buzzing' mentioned with the other adapter. - Audio + charging. I've had all of these for 1-2 years. The 2nd & 3rd ones get used the most, and have held up just fine. For charging, the 2nd & 4th adapter do support "Fast Charging" with my S23, and a 30W Google charging brick. (This is kinda limited though, because that same brick can do "Super Fast Charging" on my phone when connected directly.) Answer from Sassquatch0 on reddit.com
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Anker USB C to 3.5mm Audio Adapter, Male to Female Nylon Cable for Samsung S20/S20+/S20 Ultra, Pixel 4/ + 4XL, and More Type C Devices : Amazon.ca: Electronics
Anker USB C to 3.5mm Audio Adapter, Male to Female Nylon Cable for Samsung S20/S20+/S20 Ultra, Pixel 4/ + 4XL, and More Type C Devices : Amazon.ca: Electronics
Anker USB C to 3.5mm Audio Adapter, Male to Female Nylon Cable for Samsung S20/S20+/S20 Ultra, Pixel 4/ + 4XL, and More Type C Devices : Amazon.ca: Electronics
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Reddit
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r/AndroidQuestions on Reddit: Best USB-C to 3.5mm jack adapter?
January 13, 2024 -

A few months ago I finally had to trade in my old s9 for an s22 and by far the biggest drawback is the lack of a headphone jack since I rely on my wired noise cancelling headphones daily. I've gone through a few adapters already and all have had serious issues or broken after a few uses. Two were from Anker and both would randomly blare loud static and needed to be held at a certain angle to work which was disappointing because I've gotten good Anker cables before, and most recently I got the google one as recommended by another post but after only a few uses it's stopping my music randomly for no apparent reason. Anyone have other suggestions? I'd really like to believe it's not a phone issue since this has been happening since the phone was brand new. Thanks!

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I have several I use with an S23 and Pixel 7. This one I keep in my car, and I admittedly haven't used it much, so I can't speak for it's overall reliability. The few times I've used it were just a couple minutes, and it worked fine. - audio + charging. This one I use at my PC desk. I use it daily to port audio from my phone into my PC. When power is first connected there is about 2 seconds of buzzing as the charge in the system equalizes (i think), then it goes away & the audio is perfect & never comes back. If power isn't connected, there's no buzzing at all. - Audio + charging. Anker straight USB to 3.5mm. Pure & simple. This is the one my wife carries in her purse, to use with her Pixel 7. She hasn't voiced any complaints to me about anything with it. She's used it to drive some larger Hyper-X PC headphones. - Audio only. This one I use in my work bag. It's a little bulkier, but so far it's been solid. I haven't used it in a while, but I don't remember it having any of the 'buzzing' mentioned with the other adapter. - Audio + charging. I've had all of these for 1-2 years. The 2nd & 3rd ones get used the most, and have held up just fine. For charging, the 2nd & 4th adapter do support "Fast Charging" with my S23, and a 30W Google charging brick. (This is kinda limited though, because that same brick can do "Super Fast Charging" on my phone when connected directly.)
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I've used the Google version, Apple version, and the Essential PH-1 adapter. The Essential is my favorite, but it's discontinued. Apple works fine. Honestly, I've switched to BT noise cancelling headphones and haven't looked back, specifically the Sony WF-1000XM5.
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3.5mm to USB-C cable (*NOT USB-C to 3.5mm*)
So basically you need a cable that has a 3.5mm analog input and a USB-C ADC instead of the more conventional USB-C DAC with 3.5mm output? The inexpensive $8 Apple USB-C headphone adapter (meant for iPad Pro and MacBooks) is actually bidirectional. It only registers if something is plugged into the 3.5mm jack, otherwise it is dormant. Supposedlt it even responds to cable remote-control signals. That does not mean the headphones will recognize it, they may have the OEM cable's USB device IDs hardcoded. What's wrong with the supplied cable? More on reddit.com
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USB C to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter(2 Pack), USB-C to Aux Audio Dongle Cable for iPhone 17 Pro Max/17 Pro, 16/15 Pro Max, 16/15 Pro, Galaxy S23-S21 Ultra, Pixel, iPad Pro, MacBook (Black) · After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are ...
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USB-C to AUX: Adapters & Cables
The most common use for a USB-C to aux adapter is to allow for the use of a 3.5mm headset or other audio device with a newer cell phone, tablet, or similar product with a USB-C port. As previously mentioned, many manufacturers have moved on from the traditional aux port that had been a standard ...
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Walmart
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Apple USB-C to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter - Walmart.ca
Apple USB-C to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter
The USB-C to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter lets you connect devices that use a standard 3.5 mm audio plug — like headphones or speakers — to your USB-C devices.
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Amazon.ca: USB C To 3.5mm Adapter
USB C to 3.5mm Aux Audio Cable Headphone Stereo Cord Car for i-Phone 15, Samsung Galaxy S23, S22, S20, Android, Pad Pro, Pixel, Headphone, Type C to 1/8" Male Hi-Fi Stereo Jack Cord [3.3ft] · AVMAX USB C to 3.5mm Audio Headphone Adapter HiFi 2 Pack,Type c to Aux Female Cable for Phone 16 15 ...
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Belkin USB-C to 3.5 mm Audio Cable, Compatible with Most USB-C Smartphones, Black | Canadian Tire
Belkin USB-C to 3.5 mm Audio Cable, Compatible with Most USB-C Smartphones, Black
The Belkin USB-C to 3.5 mm Audio Cable offers a no-fuss connecting audio cable between your USB-C device and speakers or car stereo, eliminating the need for an adapter. This USB C audio sync cable also features an integrated digital-to-analog converter for high resolution audio and is made with durable materials to stand up to everyday use.
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r/headphones on Reddit: 3.5mm to USB-C cable (*NOT USB-C to 3.5mm*)
March 9, 2021 -

Hello all! I have the Master and Dynamic MH40 headphones. They are bluetooth, but also include a cable for wired listening. My problem is this - the cable sends to a USB-C input on the headphones... so it's a cable with a 3.5mm connector on one end and USB-C on the other, but it works the opposite direction of every other USB-C/3.5mm cable on the market (which all seem to be designed to take the audio from USB-C outputs like cell phones and send TO the 3.5mm).

I need a cable where I can plug the 3.5mm jack into my output source, and send the audio TO the USB-C (which is the input on the headphones).

Does anyone know any manufacturers that make a cable like this?

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Walmart
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Type C to 3.5mm Audio Aux Jack Adapter USB C to Aux Cord Car Aux Cable Headphone Adapter - Black - Walmart.ca
Type C to 3.5mm Audio Aux Jack Adapter USB C to Aux Cord Car Aux Cable Headphone Adapter - Black
USB C to 3.5mm Aux Audio Jack Cable will let you amplify your music without diminishing sound quality · You will be need this in these occasions:A lovely Sunday, connect your cellphone to a speaker play your favorite music and you will be totally addict to your precious spare time.Connect your phone to your car Aux port by this cable, you will not be lonely again during driving.After download your beloved singer’s new release song, connect your phone to headphone, let the music healing you, the world is all yours.What you have to choose Type C to 3.5mm Aux Stereo Audio Cable from us?1. Premium
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The best USB-C headphone adapters for 2023 | Digital Trends
January 22, 2023 - The Belkin USB-C audio adapter, specifically built for USB-C devices that lack 3.5mm audio ports, lets you listen to music and other audio while charging your device through a single USB-C port.
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Monoprice USB-C To 3.5mm Auxiliary Audio Adapter | Long & McQuade
USB-C to 3.5mm Auxiliary Audio Adapter
This USB Type-C devices. This adapter also allows you to not only listen to audio, but to use your earphones for phone calls and volume control.
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Apple USB-C to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter | staples.ca
Apple USB-C to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter
Because the iPad Pro does not offer a headphone jack nor a Lightning port, Apple USB Type-C to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter provides you with a convenient solution for connecting wired audio devices such as headphones and powered speakers to your iPad Pro or USB Type-C Mac laptop. The cable is terminated with a USB Type-C male connector at one end and a 3.5mm TRS stereo female connector at the other.
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USB-C to 3.5 mm Digital Headphone Jack Adaptor
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USB C Audio & Charge Adapter - USB-C Audio Adapter w/ 3.5mm TRRS Headphone/Headset Jack and 60W USB
USB C Audio & Charge Adapter - USB-C Audio Adapter w/ 3.5mm TRRS Headphone/Headset Jack and 60W USB Type-C Power Delivery Pass-through Charger - For USB-C Phone/Tablet/Laptop
This USB C audio adapter with 60W power delivery lets you convert the USB-C™ port of your device into a 3.5mm audio jack, while allowing you to charge your laptop, tablet or smartphone at the same time. Listen & Charge Simultaneously Make calls or listen to music with this USB audio and charging adapter. The 2 in 1 USB-C adapter with headphone jack and charging port allows you to continue to use your legacy headsets, speakers or microphones with your USB Type-C™ devices, while simultaneously charging your device through Power Delivery pass through with Type C power adapter connected. The ada
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Surface USB-C™ to 3.5mm Audio Adapter
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