We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The slow but steady advancements in USB generations are a testament to the growing power and data requirements of the various peripherals and ...

USB Type-C, also known as USB-C, is quickly becoming the connector of choice for a wide range of devices, including computers, peripherals, portable storage drives, and smartphones. It's compact, ...

Buying an expensive, “fast” USB cable only to find that it chugs along like a steam train when transferring data can be highly disappointing. On the other hand, cheaper USB cables that deliver ...

The USB-C standard has been long touted as a “one port to rule ‘em all” solution. Sure, it’s universal in the sense of the shape of the port. But the capabilities of a USB-C port and cable can vary ...

I have a 10 foot USB extension cable on my 2.1ah 5v Apple USB charger for my iPad mini retina. Would using the extension cable have a noticeable impact on charging times or is it inconsequential? If ...

USB-C is the port of the future. We’re seeing more and more devices changing to the new standard, and it’s now almost impossible to find an Android phone above $300 that’s still using the outdated ...

A USB-C cable is a recent type of USB connector that's easier to use and more powerful than older USB types. USB-C cables can be used to quickly charge many popular devices, including the MacBook Pro ...

Thunderbolt is a new technology built to support high frame rate and resolution displays through a single port. It transfers data faster than your normal USB-C, allowing the user to connect different ...

Try shopping for a USB-C cable and you’ll no doubt be struck by the confusing disparities in cable pricing and performance claims. These are just cables, right? Can they really be that different? At ...