I am hoping he looks at the Anker, Aukey, and Cable Matters options:
| Brand | Type | Speed | Length | Cost | Link | Certified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aukey | USB A to USB-C | 2.0 | 0.9m | $10.99 USD | link | TBD |
| Aukey | USB-C to USB-C | 3.1 | 0.9m | $15.99 USD | link | TBD |
| Anker | USB A to USB-C | 3.0 | 1.0m | $15.99 USD | link | TBD |
| Anker | USB-C to USB-C | 3.1 | 1.0m | $9.99 USD | link | TBD |
| CableMatters | USB A to USB-C | 2.0 | 1.0m | $8.99 USD | link | TBD |
| CableMatters | USB A to USB-C | 2.0 | 2.0m | $9.99 USD | link | TBD |
| CableMatters | USB A to USB-C | 3.0 | 1.0m | $12.99 USD | link | NO |
| CableMatters | USB-C to USB-C | 2.0 | 1.0m | $9.99 USD | link | TBD |
| CableMatters | USB-C to USB-C | 2.0 | 2.0m | $11.99 USD | link | TBD |
Now the next hard part is finding 15w (5v/3a) chargers for home/auto for me and my wife (N6P and N5X).
EDIT - changed to table format, added additional information. Let me know how these cables work for you!
EDIT, 11/5 2:30EST - Cable Matters Certified status updated to NO, included link to review.
EDIT, 11/5 3:30EST - created a Google Spreadsheet for easier organization, tracking, filtering
Are you using the Samsung Adaptive Fast charger wall plug? If so, these cables work witth my S8, link.
I've got a few of these, both 3- and 6-foot. Fast charging on both wall and car chargers.
http://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-USB-C-USB-A-Black/dp/B00S8GU2OC
And yes, "Benson approved."