inputs.text: cheap partially usablereliable ok ehemergency backup not long term use - cable not work plug win 7 laptop iphone 5s not recognize cable official apple accessory cable works reasonably well usb wall power adapter however might take trial error insert lightning right iphone get itthe construction quality solid comparable less polished official apple product cost production probably cheap supplier make good profit selling oversea no complain thereproduct made china ship china take within promised delivery date took exactly 33 days deliver order placed aware plan aheadoverall product works well minor issue mentioned leave backup cable work not need worry iphone battery life things considered good buyupdate 03242015the cable finally died today connected computer entire time wear tear factor minimal fact became unusable short period time means product not reliable quality not guaranteed least still second cable ehemergency use