*apparently active Thunderbolt 3 cables are an exception and won't work.
But it's better not to rely on Thunderbolt 3 cables to be valid USB 3 cables.
Of course, it's better now with Thunderbolt 4 where every Thunderbolt 4 cable is also an honest to god USB4 cable, and it's not as confusing for the consumer.
Of course, it's better now with Thunderbolt 4 where every Thunderbolt 4 cable is also an honest to god USB4 cable, and it's not as confusing for the consumer.