USB Type-C port does much more than charge your phone, and most users do not realise it

Most people plug a cable into their phone’s Type-C port without giving it much thought. It charges the battery, they unplug ...
Dong Knows Tech on MSN

Peripheral Device Connections, Explained: The ABC of USB, Thunderbolt, and USB Power Delivery

If you're unsure of the differences between USB-C and Thunderbolt or between USB 3.0 and USB 3.2 (or is that USB 3.1?), ...
SlashGear

The Surprising Reason Your iPhone 15's USB-C Isn't As Fast As It Could Be

Apple's switch away from the Lightning port and embrace of the USB Type-C wasn't always on the brand's card, but now that it's here, there are some caveats. The iPhone 15 Pro has a USB 3 port that ...
CNN

What is USB-C? Here’s everything you need to know

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 ...
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USB-C chargers explained: How to choose the right adapter

When Apple abandoned the Lightning connector in favour of USB-C a couple of years ago, many people cheered, not least in the UK and Europe, where new rules were behind the decision. With USB-C in ...
Geeky Gadgets

What’s the difference between USB-C and Thunderbolt

Explore the key distinctions between USB-C and Thunderbolt, two popular types of cables and connectors, in this comprehensive guide. USB-C (Universal Serial Bus Type-C) and Thunderbolt symbolize two ...
Lifehacker

What Is USB-C, and Why You Should Care

The last laptop, Android smartphone, or game console you bought most likely came with a USB-C port. If you buy a lot of tech, you may be quite familiar with this new type of USB. But if you’re not, ...
CNET

What Is USB-C, and What Do All Those Numbers Mean?

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 ...
TweakTown

USB4 Explained and Why it's a Must-Have Tech for 2025

As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. TweakTown may also earn commissions from other affiliate partners at no extra cost to you. Anyone who has used a mobile or portable device, ...
SlashGear

Why Are Some USB Ports Yellow? Here's What It Means

If you've seen your fair share of laptop and desktop computers, you may have noticed that some USB ports have a brightly colored bit of plastic in the middle. It's easy to assume this is just a ...
Geeky Gadgets

What’s the difference between USB-C and USB-A

We have previously covered the difference between USB-C and Thunderbolt and USB-C and Lightning, this guide is designed to explain the differences between USC-C and USB-A. Universal Serial Bus (USB) ...