Samsung’s ultra-compact 256GB USB flash drive is a steal for just $21
Everyone needs a flash drive, but few want to spend big on a flash drive, and few want a chunky drive that sticks out like a thumb. If that’s you, then you can’t do better…
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Is USB or Thunderbolt better for portable SSDs? The key differences, explained
I could spoil this entire article and tell you right off the bat which high-speed bus protocol you should be looking at for you current and future external storage needs… But where’s the fun in…
Anker’s fast-charging USB wall plug for 3 devices is 37% off right now
If your devices aren’t charging fast enough, it might be due to the wall plug (also known as a power adapter) you’re using. Getting ultra-fast charge times could be as simple as upgrading yours to…
Aargh! Your USB flash drive is stuck in read-only. Here’s what to do
Have you ever left the copying of your files onto a USB flash drive to the last minute before a meeting? That’s fine if the files copy over promptly, but if you’re in a rush…
How to turn a USB flash drive into a portable gaming console
A lot of gamers go to great lengths to find a portable retro gaming device with the lightest and most compact kit. The Linux powered Raspberry Pi 5 does a decent job on that front.…
How to tell if your USB cable is hiding malicious hacker hardware
We expect USB-C cables to perform a specific task: transferring either data or files between devices. We give little more thought to the matter, but malicious USB-C cables can do much more than what we…
This fast 512GB SanDisk USB flash drive just hit its best-ever price
I know you need some extra storage space. Why? Because everyone can always use more storage space! And right now, this super-fast 512GB SanDisk Extreme Pro USB flash drive is only $50 on Amazon, a…
6 genuinely helpful uses for the USB port on your router
The USB port on your router is often unused and yet it offers practical functions that can make everyday life easier. You can do things like saving and sharing files, mobile charging, or even an…
Use this formula to calculate your USB cable’s data transfer speed
Buying an expensive, “fast” USB cable only to find that it chugs along like a steam train when transferring data can be highly disappointing. On the other hand, cheaper USB cables that deliver faster-than-expected data…
How fast can your USB cable move data? Use this formula to find out
Buying an expensive, “fast” USB cable only to find that it chugs along like a steam train when transferring data can be highly disappointing. On the other hand, cheaper USB cables that deliver faster-than-expected data…