The only cable with angled connector I have found is this one, still sticks out a lot
http://www.usbfirewire.com/Parts/rr-2mbr01-72.html (mini B to A, 72 inch)

If recessing the connector in the housing is not an option attaching a shroud around it 
may work.

Peter




----- Original Message ----
> From: Wouter van Ooijen <wouter@voti.nl>
> To: Microcontroller discussion list - Public. <piclist@mit.edu>
> Sent: Thursday, July 9, 2009 1:24:22 AM
> Subject: Re: [EE] low-profile USB connector
> 
> > Why not set the plug back in the housing so you can use any cable like this
> > http://imageupper.com/i/?S0500010020011F2470966531626864
> 
> I proposed that to the client (over the phone) but the said there was 
> not enough space.
> 
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