Nomad Introduces a Universal Cable for USB-C and Apple Watch Charging

The arrival of a special cable that isn't quite like anything else on the market was revealed by Nomad today. The Apple Watch Universal Cable has two USB-C ports and an integrated Apple Watch rapid charging puck.


The one-and-a-half-meter cable, which costs $100, can simultaneously charge an Apple Watch and an iPhone or iPad. Since it is a 100W USB-C PD cable, only 8W of power is sent to the Apple Watch, with the remaining 92W going to the other plugged-in device. Even Apple's 16-inch MacBook Pro can be charged with 100W as long as you have the right power supply.

There are two arrangement alternatives available: the Apple Watch end of the cable can be used for charging the device or plugged into a power adapter. More adaptability is added with Apple's latest AirPods, which can be charged using an Apple Watch charger. Because the cable is intended for charging rather than data transfer, transfer speeds are restricted to USB 2.

For durability, the cable features electroplated metal connectors and an exterior weave of double-braided Kevlar. To keep the cable tidy even when travelling, an embedded silicone cable tie is also included.

For $100, you can buy the Apple Watch Universal Cable on the Nomad website.