( 2 reviews )
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Posted: Aug 6 2009
For anyone who prizes compactness, these spring loaded roll-up cables are "just the ticket". Through a series of ratcheted stops you can extend the cable through several lengths - up to 3 feet and then, when finished, the spring mechanism will retract it back to its compact form. I have about 10 of these (since in addition to use with my laptop, I also use them around the house; where, by extending it to the exact length I need, saves me the headache of having to wrap and tie those loose unsightly cables that we constantly have to put up with between peripherals). The only concern with constant extension and retraction (when used with a portable system) is the possibility that the wire, being exercised will eventually break. With all of these cables I have had over a 10 year period, I have had only one fail - so they are pretty resilient. Note: in addition to firewire, these cables can also be purchased with other connectors e.g. Internet, USB, Modem
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Posted: Dec 30 2007
I needed this cable to tranfer video tape from a mini DV camera to a computer and then DVD. It is very convenient to place in my gadget bag without fear of it being tangled.
