I used to buy cables by price, now I buy them by capability.

USB-C has been around since 2014, and it was widely adopted by all the world’s phone manufacturers (except Apple) starting mid-2015. The term, which stands for “Universal Serial Bus Type C”, refers to ...

A type of USB connector. USB stands for "Universal Serial Bus". Devices connected to the computer using a USB cable can easily exchange files and information (if the device supports Mass Storage mode, ...

The USB 3.0 Promoter Group today announced that the development of the next generation of USB connector has begun. The new USB Type-C connector, built initially on existing USB 3.1 and USB 2.0 ...

In an era of ever-evolving tech, it's easy to accumulate a drawer full of outdated USB cables—mini USBs, micro USBs, USB-A to USB-B—the list goes on. And with newer gadgets moving toward USB-C or ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs. This article is more than 2 years old. The three new ...