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What a 35-Cent USB-C Cable Reveals About Shenzhen’s Supply Chain
Small products often explain Shenzhen better than big slogans.A short USB-C to USB-C cable can be surprisingly useful. The type I looked at is a small strap-style cable. You can attach it to a phone, a bag, or a small device, and use it when you need to charge something outside. It is not a special product. You may find something similar in a 100-yen shop in Japan, or on Chinese e-commerce platforms for around 200 yen. ...