USB ports and connectors come in a variety of shapes and sizes. While you may be familiar with common types like USB Type-A and USB Type-C, there is also USB Type-B. It was introduced back in 1996 ...

Look around your house and chances are you have at least a few devices that use Universal Serial Bus. On average, some 3 billion USB ports are shipped each year, making it by far the most successful ...

USB-A is what many of us picture when we hear “USB.” It’s been a part of our tech lives for years, serving as a reliable bridge between devices for data transfer and charging. USB-A connectors have a ...

Universal Serial Bus, or USB, is a common connection used in many devices, from smartphones, laptops to everyday gadgets. It allows data transfer, device charging, and even video output. USB ports are ...

USB, short for Universal Serial Bus, powers most of your gadgets, smartphones and headphones. But as USB standards have evolved over time, this has often lead to some confusion among users. Currently, ...

With iPhones and many other devices now featuring USB-C, it's clear that the interface is here to stay. Here's why that's a good thing—even if not every USB-C port is created equal. I’m the deputy ...

USB has been around for decades, and the sheer number of USB and Thunderbolt versions in 2025 can be bewildering. Here's what you need to know about USB 3, USB 4, Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, and ...

If you've ever plugged a cable into your phone or laptop and wondered why it's called USB-C, you're not alone. The "C" isn't a fancy marketing term for "charging" or "cable" — it's simply the next ...

BEAVERTON, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The USB 3.0 Promoter Group today announced the completion of the USB Type-C specification that defines the next generation USB connector. The USB Type-C specification ...

These powerful, reversible charging ports are all the rage, and are coming to a phone near you. Here's everything you need to know as new USB-C phones rush out. Jessica Dolcourt VP, Content Operations ...

USB ports and connectors come in a variety of shapes and sizes. While you may be familiar with common types like USB Type-A and USB Type-C, there is also USB Type-B. It was introduced back in 1996 ...