I got a Wacom Intuos graphics tablet - a killer 9"x12" one, at that - for free from a friend whose dog had chewed off the USB end, and bit it in half near the end, too. w00t! Those things are $400 ...

USB-powered desktop gadgets can be fun, and sometimes useful, but they're often priced at not-so-fun prices. Learn how to splice a USB cable to power simple gadgets with MaximumPC's guide.

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Cut the USB cable or cables you wish to splice at the designed length using a wire cutter. Cut a 1-inch section of the plastic sheathing from the end of each wire segment using a razor blade.

DIY USB extension cords by splicing two cables together. Raspberry Pi or Arduino projects often need USB cables for data and power. Cable test kits for students or hobbyists learning about ...