Universal connectors are convenient in theory. Without visual differences, it's hard to tell which USB-C cables support each ...

We have talked about a guy called Benson Leung before, Leung is an engineer who worked on the Pixel C project for Google. This guy took the task upon himself to cruise listings for USB Type-C cables ...

The USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF), a non-profit organization based in Beaverton, Org., and Shenzhen, China, is launching its USB Type-C Authentication Program, which will help define ...

The U in USB stands for "universal", but the latest version of the port hasn't lived up to that promise. Progress is happening, though.

USB Type-C may just be the holy grail of device connectors, replacing even your laptop or TV power cord. Just bear with a bit of muddle while everyone gets on board. Stephen Shankland worked at CNET ...

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 ...

We’ve now had at least five years of USB-C ports in our devices. It’s a standard that many manufacturers and hackers can get behind. Initially, there was plenty of confusion about what we’d actually ...

The AU1 Series features a reinforced shell and housing that delivers superior vibration and heat resistance up to 105°C. Supporting USB 3.2 Gen2, DisplayPort 1.4 and HDMI transmission standards, the ...

Intel says there are good reasons to say goodbye to the 3.5mm audio jack and bring headphones, earbuds and microphones into the digital era. Stephen Shankland worked at CNET from 1998 to 2024 and ...

The powerful capabilities of USB Type-C have captured the attention of protocol standards like Thunderbolt, DisplayPort and MHL which will be supported in the Type-C connector along with USB. USB Type ...