The Monoprice Palette Series Lightning to USB Charge and Sync Cable is a durable and dependable charging solution for your Apple iOS device. It is MFi (Made for iPhone, iPad, and iPod) certified, ensuring that it is 100% compatible with your Apple device. The nylon braid helps protect the cable from nicks, cuts, and tangling.Apple MFi Certified: Apple MFi Certified means that this cable has been thoroughly tested and is guaranteed to be 100% compatible with your Apple iOS devices with Lightning® connector.Braided Jacket: The nylon braided jacket helps protect the cable from nicks, cuts, and tangles.Aluminum Connectors: The superior internal structural design is capped by aluminum connector heads, resulting in a cable that is much more durable than ordinary cables with molded PVC connectors.24k Gold Plated Connectors: The generous 50µm thick gold plating ensures smooth, corrosion-free connections every time.