i had a similar one. It lost its connectivity in 3 months.
I found this really cool product at Circuit City. I went to the stores and they said its only available online tough. It's a cable kit that includes 9 adapters for USB 2.0, Network and Phone... there are three different sizes but each size comes with a bonus travel-size cable and a pouch for the adapters. So, instead of paying 24.99 for one cable i got 7 in one... great concept! Never heard of the company but i figured it's a cable... so who cares! Here?s the link? http://www.circuitcity.com/ccd/Search.do?c=1&context=&keyword=emerge&searchSection=All

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