Smartphone and computer connectors have come in all shapes and sizes over the years. But now, a new connector called USB Type-C is emerging as the standard that all of your electronics devices may ...

Beyond charging, your USB-C port is a hub for productivity. Here's how you can unlock its full potential with these 5 clever ...

USB-C is so hot right now. Even though it’s been in laptops, tablets, phones and even video game controllers for nearly a decade, the port is on the tip of everyone’s tongue, as Apple made USB-C the ...

USB Type-C is the most flexible connection for notebooks and smartphones. The most important of its many capabilities is as a charging socket for battery-powered devices. USB-C should finally make ...

To identify the specific USB ports and connectors on your devices, you can simply look at their shape and color, or check ...

You can easily find laptops and desktop PCs packing USB-C port certified for Thunderbolt 4 or USB 4. But now the next generation of the standard is picking up speed ...

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Oliver Haslam has been writing about phones, computers, games, and anything else that takes a battery or plugs in for more than he'd like to admit. With a focus on mobile and laptops, Oliver is never ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Shopping for USB-C cables seems like it should be a piece of cake. After all, this connector type was invented specifically to streamline all ...

It's been a long time coming, but I finally feel I no longer need to carry a Micro USB cable around with me. My travel bag is one cable lighter for the widespread adoption of USB Type-C. I can thank, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. From the finicky jackscrews of the VGA connector to slim and reversible USB-C cables, we've come a long way when it comes to powering and ...