I have had the cable about 1 1/2 months in use. After that it had has a loose connection until it finally completely given up the ghost. I then resolved by the two screws at the terminal and was totally shocked with what brazen sloppiness cables were soldered. A cable has become detached from the solder joint. I am glad that my Tab nothing happened. Who saves pays twice: o (Now I have the original Samsung cable in use and am satisfied So, stay away from this cheap Chinese stuff..