The USB2ADC50CML USB cable for iPhone®, iPod® and iPad® (0.5m) features a left-angled Apple® Dock Connector which positions the cable in such a way that it allows you to easily access your iOS-enabled mobile digital device in both portrait and landscape mode, even while charging.Plus, the USB to iPhone cable features a uniquely constructed stepped Apple Dock Connector, designed by StarTech.com. Unlike a regular connector, the exclusive stepped connector plugs into your iPhone, iPod or iPad, even when inside a protective case, avoiding the inconvenience of having to constantly remove the cover for every charge/sync.