USB 3 is showing up in premium notebooks and PCs but plenty of new PCs don't come with it yet - and if you're happy with your current laptop you wouldn't upgrade just for a faster device connection.

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Jared Newman After a new round of testing, we’ve added fresh picks. Buying a ...

Like all digital packrats, I’ve amassed a huge array of USB-C to USB-A cables over the years—but it wasn’t until recently that I realized how many of them were dangerous to my electronics and should ...

USB-C cables get no respect. Most people shop for the lowest-priced cable and call it a day under the assumption that they are all the same. They’re not though, and here’s how I weed out the good ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Shopping for USB-C cables seems like it should be a piece of cake. After all, this connector type was invented specifically to streamline all ...

USB (Universal Serial Bus) cables are everywhere, with the type-C gaining . If you’ve ever needed to fast charge anything, from smartphones to tablets, to cameras and even newer laptops, you’ve likely ...

A good charger is one piece of the puzzle as far as charging your phone is concerned. A shoddy cable can easily ruin your experience, or worse, harm your smartphone. Picking the right cable also takes ...

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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 ...

Whether you’re using it for data transfer or charging a phone, tablet or laptop, a USB-C cable is a pretty crucial accessory. We’ve spent the last few weeks testing an assortment of USB-C cables, and ...