Brand | The Side Winder |
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Series | Universal SW |
Item model number | SWUSB |
Item Weight | 3.84 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 7 x 5.5 x 1.5 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 7 x 5.5 x 1.5 inches |
Color | White |
Power Source | Hand Powered |
Manufacturer | FUSE REEL |
ASIN | B07BB7X88Y |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | March 17, 2018 |
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Fuse Reel Side Winder MacBook Charger Organizer Compatible with USB-C and MagSafe Apple Adapter - Travel Essential and Desk Cord Case and Cable Management for MacBook Pro Laptop Adapter
- Please see the sizing guide before checking out! The Side Winder does not fit the MacBook Air 30W/35W adapter and does not fit the MacBook Pro 16" 140W Charger.
- MagSafe and USB-C Compatibility: The Side Winder is designed with removable inserts and includes a right-angle USB-C adapter making it compatible with both USB-C and MagSafe Mac chargers.
- Fast and convenient: Quickly wind up your MacBook charger in under 5 seconds and acts as a laptop cable protector while you travel or while charging at your office and on your desk.
- Length Control: The SideWinder Mac charger case allows you to adjust the cable length from 1 foot to 12 feet while staying organized while you work from home or as a school accessory.
- Important: The fat three-prong Apple extension cable is required and is not included. The extension cable replaces the fold-out two-prong plug on your adapter. Please see the sizing guide in images.
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SIDE WINDER SETUP AND USE GUIDE
If you have any questions or concerns about your Side Winder, please feel free to contact customer support.
DOES MY CHARGER FIT? (Wattages are printed on your charger)
The Side Winder | The Side Kick | The Snap Back 30W | The Snap Back 20W | |
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20W iPhone Apple Charger
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30/36W MacBook Charger
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60/67W Apple Charger
| ✔ | ✔ | ✘ | ✘ |
70W Apple Charger
| ✘ | ✔ | ✘ | ✘ |
85/96W Apple Charger
| ✔ | ✔ | ✘ | ✘ |
140W Apple Charger
| ✘ | ✔ | ✘ | ✘ |
Requires Fat Extension Cable
| Yes | No | No | No |
Non-Apple Chargers
| Only Fits Apple Chargers | Yes, Over 2.7" | Only Fits Apple Chargers | Only Fits Apple Chargers |
Does the Side Winder fit the 70W or the 140W MacBook Pro Adapter?
No it does not. The Side Winder fits the 60/61W, and the 85,87,96W chargers. It does not fit the 30/35W, 70W or the 140W adapters.
Does the Side Winder include an adapter?
No, it does not. The Side Winder is only the plastic winder.
Are there multiple sizes of The Side Winder?
No, The Side Winder is one size and includes small spacers to fit smaller chargers.
Why does The Side Winder include a right angle USB-C adapter?
To allow The Side Winder to work with the new USB-C and MagSafe chargers, we have included a right angle adapter in every box. This minimizes the strain on your USB-C cable.
Why do I need to use the fat extension cable?
Your adapter still needs to plug into the wall, and without the fat extension cable, you would not be able to plug the adapter in.
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How did we get our start?
We got our start in 2017 in the basement of a university house, with a 3D printer creating prototypes of what would become our first product, The Side Winder. Thatwas the answer to a first-hand frustration felt by our founder, Logan Bailey, after repeatedly stuffing his MacBook charger into his backpack, and wondering if there was a better solution.
What makes our products unique?
All FUSE products are designed in-house, from scratch, by a passionate team of creators. As techies and brand snobs ourselves, we create products that we want and would be proud to use.
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Customers like the organization, ease of use, and portability of the computer input device accessory. For example, they mention it keeps their cords organized, it's simple to put together, and it'll fit in a backpack. That said, opinions are mixed on performance, quality, durability, and cords.
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Customers like the organization of the computer input device accessory. For example, they say it's functional, keeps their cords organized, and eliminates clutter and tangles. That said, some say it stores well in their work bag and keeps their work area tidy.
"...It makes your cords neat and sleek, not some mess you wanna hide from the desktop anymore." Read more
"...My only issue with this device is that although it is easy to wind up the cables, it is more difficult to unwind them and takes a little more effort..." Read more
"...It is much more compact than carrying two loose cords and keeps them neat and accessible...." Read more
"Love how much this keeps my Macbook cords organized, but the USBC cord has torn and the charging is spotty...." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the computer input device accessory. They say it's super easy to use, simple, and convenient. They also mention that the instructions make putting it together easy. The reel is manageable and prevents kinks. Customers also say that it'll prevent cables from tangling and keep them healthy.
"...It is so simple to set up and use it is one of the best accessories you can purchase for your computer...." Read more
"...Instructions were easy to follow, setup was done in a minute..." Read more
"...of times the cord has gotten a little tangled in the reel but it is easy to fix...." Read more
"...The set-up was simple, clear instructions for your type of mac and power supply are included, and in minutes I had it wound and ready to go...." Read more
Customers like the portability of the computer input device accessory. They mention that it's easy to fit in a backpack or laptop bag, convenient when hauling around, and makes carrying the charger around so much easier. They say it'll stay organized and is the best way to compact your charger. Overall, customers are happy with the port ability of the Side Winder.
"...The Side Winder sits nicely in my backpack, it takes up less room than before...." Read more
"...It fits in my backpack better than the cord by itself and it is lot easier to pull out when I need it...." Read more
"...This thing not only makes the cable look good and makes it fit in my bag easily, but it also saves me time and has freed me up to bounce from place..." Read more
"...Everyone asks about it. It fits perfectly in my cord case that travels in my tech kit, or in the laptop sleeve of my backpack next to my mac, or..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the computer input device accessory. They mention that it has a superb design that is friendly to the cables. They also appreciate the neat appearance and the fact that it fits in their bag easily. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...It is so simple to set up and use it is one of the best accessories you can purchase for your computer...." Read more
"...It makes your cords neat and sleek, not some mess you wanna hide from the desktop anymore." Read more
"...This thing not only makes the cable look good and makes it fit in my bag easily, but it also saves me time and has freed me up to bounce from place..." Read more
"...Keeps your long plug contained and neat. When unraveling, it loses a lot of tension and can just fall...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the computer input device accessory. Some mention that it works great, saves room in their bag, and is a legitimately useful gadget for MacBook users. However, others say that it's basically unusable, not executed as well as it could've been, and the reel is totally useless.
"...I bought mine that day and it works great! A couple of times the cord has gotten a little tangled in the reel but it is easy to fix...." Read more
"...less than a month the USB-C cable that came with the reel stopped functioning completely...." Read more
"...I definitely intend on reordering, this is a legitimately useful gadget for MacBook users...." Read more
"...I love being able to wind my cord up quickly and efficiently, and it keeps my work area tidy and orderly...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the computer input device accessory. Some mention it's a nice concept, simple idea, and well designed. However, others say that the cable is poor quality and will fail before long.
"...thing that concerned me were the comments about the included cable being a lower quality...." Read more
"...It is a very well designed and thought out device and does exactly what it is advertised and designed to do. I highly recommend it." Read more
"...However, it's just not the best quality cable...." Read more
"...It feels like a genuine Apple product with how thoughtful the design is.Overall I’m pleased with my purchase, I highly recommend!" Read more
Customers are mixed about the durability of the computer input device accessory. Some mention it's well made and durable, while others say that it started to fall apart after a few months. The plastic is more prone to tearing and the material quality is not as good as expected.
"...For the price, they are not using the best plastic on this thing, the build is pretty sturdy but I really doubt it could bare a single fall on the..." Read more
"...It is made of durable hard plastic, and it is held closed by magnets and locks together with a sturdy latch...." Read more
"...I have found is the clip on mine that hold the reel together keeps coming undone...." Read more
"...one time since I've owned it in just two days, the little part that snaps close can come apart when pulling the cables...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the cords. Some mention it's a great way to keep the cord neat and safe, while others say that it gets stuck, slips out, and the cables stay very loose.
"...wondering, the only difference is that the usb-c version comes with an alternate cable...." Read more
"...Keeps your long plug contained and neat. When unraveling, it loses a lot of tension and can just fall...." Read more
"...Also, it wears at the connect point so that wires get exposed. If they fix those issues, this handy gadget will be a 5 star for certain!" Read more
"...is also perfect for airplane seat electric sockets as the extension cord plugs in properly without sliding out under its own weight that happens..." Read more
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I'll update if anything changes, but overall it is a great product!
That said, everything else about the product is great. The instructions are clear. The packaging is easy to open. The product is easy to set up with your chargers -- all three of our chargers were easy to get in place with the appropriate inserts. I am very pleased with the product. It's a definite improvement for our daily Mac use.
For the price, they are not using the best plastic on this thing, the build is pretty sturdy but I really doubt it could bare a single fall on the floor without breaking, I’ll try not to do that.
Despite all the cons, I have to admit that the design of this is by far the best solution I have used for cable management. It makes your cords neat and sleek, not some mess you wanna hide from the desktop anymore.
Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2018
For the price, they are not using the best plastic on this thing, the build is pretty sturdy but I really doubt it could bare a single fall on the floor without breaking, I’ll try not to do that.
Despite all the cons, I have to admit that the design of this is by far the best solution I have used for cable management. It makes your cords neat and sleek, not some mess you wanna hide from the desktop anymore.
If you read the product description and reviews, the included cable is needed because it has a 90-degree connector at one end to fit into the winder, an no doubt, to take some stress off of the cable given that it will wind up side-ways (in relation to the plug end). I want to use the original Apple cable so my solution was to purchase a small 90 connector which fit nicely. I am using the original Apple USB-C charging cable that came with my MacBook Pro. I purchased it from Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077XL7Q7H/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The device itself is high quality. The magnetic closure/locking is very strong. I have no concerns about it opening or coming apart. The size of this unit is about as small as it can be while keeping everything tightly wrapped. It fits in my backpack better than the cord by itself and it is lot easier to pull out when I need it.
My only issue with this device is that although it is easy to wind up the cables, it is more difficult to unwind them and takes a little more effort than I like (note unwinding the device is the same with the supplied cable and with the Apple cable).