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WhatCable Free macOS App Tests USB-C Cable Specs

7/14/2026

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  • WhatCable, a free macOS app, was released to test USB-C cable capabilities.
  • It reads e-marker and live negotiation data from macOS public APIs without root access.
  • The app displays speed, power-delivery rating, vendor ID and shows which component limits performance.
  • The $13 Pro upgrade adds real-time monitoring, diagnostics and health tracking.
  • The Verge’s Sean Hollister tested the free version and said it works well despite some cables misreporting specs.