Q: If USB-C is a connection standard, what do the expensive cables do for me over the cheap ones? A: Apple recently announced that they’ve switched the iPhone from their proprietary Lightning ...

From laptops to phones to wireless Bluetooth speakers, earbuds and more, USB-C connections have become the de facto standard for charging and data transfer of devices. While USB-C is just about ...

USB-C is so hot right now. Even though it’s been in laptops, tablets, phones and even video game controllers for nearly a decade, the port is on the tip of everyone’s tongue, as Apple made USB-C the ...

It was just the other day that I advised you not to panic over the iPhone 15's USB-C port specifics and charging cables. It's too early to worry about buying new USB-C cables for the handsets. I said ...

Apple has launched its latest lineup of iPhone 15 phones, but in addition to the upgrades, it made a major change, ditching the Lightning connector that has been a staple since 2012’s iPhone 5 in ...

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 ...

Magnetic charging cables charge one of tech’s most annoying problems: Cables have a mind of their own. Typical cables slide off desks, wrap themselves into impossible knots and vanish the second you ...

Apple’s recent shift from a lightning connector to USB-C for the iPhone 15 is a welcome relief for many of us who want all of our go-to tech accessories to play nice in the sandbox together. After ...

As the AV industry continues to shift toward simpler, more user-friendly environments, USB-C connectivity has become a ...

That’s because many cars rely on a USB-A port to enable CarPlay. Wireless CarPlay adapters offer a way out of the wired experience, but charging while driving is also important. Unfortunately, Apple ...

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 ...