Accessory maker Plugable just launched a collection of USB-C data-blocker charging cables. The cables transfer only power, not data, and therefore prevent “juice jacking” attacks at public charging ...

If your USB-C device isn't charging, I always consider this quick fix first ...

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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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Following its iPhone 15 event on Tuesday, Apple released a few related accessories, including a USB-C to Lightning adapter and a one-meter Thunderbolt 4 Pro cable. It turns out the company has also ...

Why different if look the same?

This charger’s compact cube shape stands out from the crowd of classic USB-C chargers. The charging performance is impressive overall. However, the distribution of power to the individual ports is not ...

Ikea has been offering a small selection of USB chargers for smartphones for some time now. The Swedish furniture giant has ...

Let me guess, your USB-C device won’t charge? I’m shocked, shocked I say! Although USB-C has made it easy to plug your cable into your laptop or phone, it hasn’t made it easy to understand when ...