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USBefuddled: Untangling the Rat’s Nest of USB-C Standards and Cables

For more help with cables, check out Glenn Fleishman’s new book, Take Control of Untangling Connections. It answers common questions and aids in troubleshooting problems. You’ll learn how to recognize ...

Here's What Every Different USB Port Type Actually Means

C, and USB Type-B ports all provide data transfers and power delivery, though the latter is much less common on modern ...
SlashGear

Android Chargers: All About The Different USB Types These Devices Have Used

While iPhones dominate the US smartphone market, if you venture outside the states, you'll find that Android is the world's most popular OS for mobile devices, and it's not even close. Even within the ...
Fast Company

At 10, USB-C still hasn’t lived up to its full potential

Slightly under 10 years ago, when I reviewed a new Apple MacBook, I devoted a surprising percentage of my wordage to its port. Yes, port—it had only one. The sleek, minimalist laptop was one of the ...
SlashGear

Your Samsung Phone's USB Port Isn't Just For Charging — Here's What Else It Can Do

From micro-USB to USB Type-C, the USB port on smartphones has come a long way. While improvements in charging and transfer speeds remain at the core of this evolution, the scope of use for the USB ...