Those who have taken delivery: Phone cable choices?

[run-the-joules]

Were you given a choice of which phone cables were included, or is it a case of "you get these two and if you don't like it, buy the ones you need"?

 

[AdamEKM]

Yes they give you one iPhone cable and one USBC cable. The rep installed the one I wanted when I picked up my Model 3.

 

[run-the-joules]

Yes they give you one iPhone cable and one USBC cable. The rep installed the one I wanted when I picked up my Model 3.

Ok cool so another Lightning cable might make sense to order at some point so both docks are ready to use.

 

[AdamEKM]

The cables are ~14.5" long with a straight USB on one end and a 90º turn on the end with the Lighting or USBC connector.

 

[run-the-joules]

The cables are ~14.5" long with a straight USB on one end and a 90º turn on the end with the Lighting or USBC connector.

I’ll probably just order the official one because I know it’ll be right, but thanks!

 

[SFPD]

You may want to hold off until you get your car @run-the-joules -- the official Tesla-provided lightning cord sits too low to connect with my iPhone X (with a relatively thin case). I ended up installing an Anker cord instead and just threading it through. Doesn't sit as flush but at least it connects.

 

[AdamEKM]

You may want to hold off until you get your car @run-the-joules -- the official Tesla-provided lightning cord sits too low to connect with my iPhone X (with a relatively thin case). I ended up installing an Anker cord instead and just threading it through. Doesn't sit as flush but at least it connects.

You may be right. My iPhone 8 Plus connects ok but I don't use a case. It's still not great because you need to lean forward to see where the connector is. I was thinking I might model and 3D print a better receiver for my phone. I'd like to be able to blind holster the phone if I can make that work.

 

[run-the-joules]

You may want to hold off until you get your car @run-the-joules -- the official Tesla-provided lightning cord sits too low to connect with my iPhone X (with a relatively thin case). I ended up installing an Anker cord instead and just threading it through. Doesn't sit as flush but at least it connects.

Ruh roh. I don’t use a case but still, slightly worrisome.

 

[Vikman]

Yes they give you one iPhone cable and one USBC cable. The rep installed the one I wanted when I picked up my Model 3.

Do they not give you the option of getting a micro usb cable?

 

[AdamEKM]

Do they not give you the option of getting a micro usb cable?

There wasn't one with the car when we picked it up. There were just the two cables in a bag. You might be able to get one if you ask when you pick up the car. I also see that you can order a micro USB cable here: Model 3 Phone Charging Cable

 

[S3XY]

The cables are ~14.5" long with a straight USB on one end and a 90º turn on the end with the Lighting or USBC connector.

Would a 12" cable reach?

 

[AdamEKM]

Would a 12" cable reach?

I think so. It seems like the factory cables are ~3–4" longer than you need.

 

[Shygar]

I would need two USB C ones, but I'll wait to see what my options are whenever the day comes

 

[Leland]

Our car had one USB C and one Lightning installed. I purchased two Lighting cables a few months ago from the Shop Tesla page. An iPhone X with the Apple silicone case barely connects to the charging cable. You slide the glossy trim piece to the left to access the cable ends.

 

[dstroot]

Great pics - thanks!

 

[HCK]

I too had a challenge getting my iPhone 6 ( with case ) to connect. So I placed a thin piece of flat card stalk under the connector and behind it, this raised the connector enough and works well now. The added thickness of protective cases creates some fit challenges for the design.

 

[S3XY]

Thanks for the pics @Leland.

 

[dsvick]

I need a micro connector, does anyone know if they have the cables at the delivery centers for purchase? I'm holding out for dual motors so I've got plenty of time to order and receive one in the mail but I'm sure I'll forget it on delivery day and leave it at home.

 

[Snow Drift]

Do they not give you the option of getting a micro usb cable?

I would need two USB C ones, but I'll wait to see what my options are whenever the day comes

I need a micro connector, does anyone know if they have the cables at the delivery centers for purchase? I'm holding out for dual motors so I've got plenty of time to order and receive one in the mail but I'm sure I'll forget it on delivery day and leave it at home.

All, this may be old information but they sell Apple Lightning, Micro USB and USB-C.
Model 3 Phone Charging Cable

 

[S3XY]

I’ll probably just order the official one because I know it’ll be right, but thanks!

I think this is the way to go. At least for those that need a micro USB connector. I did a lot of searching on Amazon for something that would work and based on what I found none of the right angle cables have a long enough end on it to reach where the phone would sit. The other good thing about the official micro USB cable is that it has a reversible end so it will work for both the driver and passenger installations.