USB has been around for decades, and the sheer number of USB and Thunderbolt versions in 2025 can be bewildering. Here's what you need to know about USB 3, USB 4, Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, and ...

USB-C is the latest and greatest version of the USB port and receptacle. But have you ever stopped to consider what it means?

At first glance, USB-C looks as if it's going to simplify things: one port that you can plug anything into, because USB-C can support anything from normal USB power and data connections to MHL, ...

USB-C cables and connectors: these are controversial topics, and rightfully so – I don’t want to pull any punches. I will also show you that things don’t have to be that bad for you, as long as you’re ...

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There are a lot of USB-C power options available now. Here are some of the best USB-C chargers to guarantee that your iPhone 15 never runs out of juice. With the arrival of the iPhone 15 lineup, Apple ...

The USB-C port is one of the most consistently present features on modern smartphones. It serves a basic role: to provide data and power signals to and from your phone. It’s simple, easy-to-use, and ...

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