USB Device Tree Viewer showed me why identical USB-C cables behave differently.

Not all USB-C cables can transfer data or support fast charging speeds. Here's how to identify which cable is right for you ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The introduction of USB Type-C in 2014 was a welcome change for consumer technology. Users had grown frustrated with the confusing mess of ...

I see the vision, but it's not for me.

There’s two cases when hackers have to think about USB-C connector mechanics. The first is when a USB-C connector physically breaks, and the second is when we need to put a connector on our own board.

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 ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. We've finally reached the point where it's rare to find a device without a USB-C port. Laptops, tablets, and smartphones all feature at least ...

USB cables may look the same and serve the same basic functions, but some will support fast charging and others won't. Here's ...

The almighty bottom line is wreaking havoc on both you and the tech industry's potential.

Sometimes when you’re making a PCB that you plan on programming over USB, but you only plan on plugging in a couple of times, it would be nice to make that connection without another BOM item. Over on ...