C, and USB Type-B ports all provide data transfers and power delivery, though the latter is much less common on modern ...

Blue: Supporting USB 3.0 SuperSpeed technology and above, blue ports identify a device capable of fast data transfer: up to 5 Gbps (that's 5,000 Mbps) -- a significant jump from previous generations.

USB-A is the classic one—big, rectangular, and probably the one you’ve used the most. You’ll find it on older laptops, TVs, gaming consoles, and power adapters. It works fine and is still pretty ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The introduction of USB Type-C in 2014 was a welcome change for consumer technology. Users had grown frustrated with the confusing mess of ...

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 ...

Have you ever plugged in a USB-C cable, expecting seamless charging or lightning-fast data transfer, only to be met with disappointment? You’re not alone. Despite its sleek, reversible design and ...

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 ...