This extra long iPhone, iPod, iPad sync and charge cable reaches further than the in-the-box sync cable. Charge your iPad while reading it on the couch, or charge your iPhone from a wall charger across the room. xlSync gives you all the extra distance you need. (Also available in White. Please see xlSync White product for ordering.) All products purchased from CableJive include our warranty. If there is anything wrong with your product, please contact our service department. We"re happy to help.