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whatcable · v1.1.7
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Menu bar app for USB-C cable diagnostics
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Trust Score 5/10
✗ Open source (NOASSERTION) +0
✓ Active development +2
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✗ New (<1yr) +0
✓ Popular (>1K installs/mo) +1
Version History
v1.1.73d ago1.1.6→1.1.7
8d ago1.1.5→1.1.6
9d ago1.1.4→1.1.5
9d ago1.1.3→1.1.4
9d ago1.1.2→1.1.3
10d ago1.1.1→1.1.2
10d ago1.1.0→1.1.1
14d ago1.0.6→1.1.0
15d ago1.0.5→1.0.6
16d ago1.0.4→1.0.5
+ 16 older versions
Review
Jun 1, 2026WhatCable is a user-friendly macOS menu bar app that simplifies USB-C cable diagnostics, providing clear insights into cable capabilities. It benefits users who need to understand their cable's functionality without technical complexity.
Analyzes USB-C cables connected to your Mac and displays their capabilities in plain English.
Maturity: The project is mature with strong community support, active development, and regular contributions.
Community: WhatCable gained significant attention on Hacker News with a high engagement score, indicating strong community interest. No mentions on Reddit.
Pros
- + Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- + Convenient menu bar access for quick diagnostics
- + Clear, plain-English explanations of cable capabilities
- + Active development and community contributions
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Limited support for active cables and unusual chargers
Community Mentions
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