Buying a USB-C cable? Beware these 6 crucial gotchas
It’s been a few years since USB-C first hit the scene. And while we still love how reversible it is and how powerful it’s become, we’re also more aware of the potential pitfalls around this…
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I’m done with Apple’s USB-C charging cables. Here’s what I’m buying instead
Apple’s Beats brand has a habit of one-upping its parent company with products that are a little less restrictive, a little less one-size-fits-all, and a little more colorful, while still offering the same Apple quality…
The bewildering world of USB-C charging, explained
USB Type-C is the most flexible connection for notebooks and smartphones. The most important of its many capabilities is as a charging socket for battery-powered devices. USB-C should finally make everything simple: One socket, one…
This travel-friendly USB-C charging station just got a huge 30% price cut
I bet you there’s something you need on your desk that you probably didn’t realize you needed. I’m talking about this 6-in-1 Baseus Blade charging station that’s compact, practical, and only $69.99 on Amazon with…
Time to stock up! This super-fast USB-C cable is dirt cheap right now
Tariffs here, tariffs there. No matter where you stand, one thing is true: consumer tech prices are going to go up since most consumer tech isn’t made within the United States. That’s why you might…
Dell Pro 14 Plus review: A pricey portable monitor with USB-C and not much else
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Functional design with sturdy kickstand USB-C with power pass-through Bright, sharp display Cons Build quality feels worse than it looks Extremely limited image quality adjustment Image quality can’t compete…
This fast-charging USB-C wall plug for 4 devices is 40% off
Since many tech devices don’t even come with a wall plug anymore, it’s time to get yourself something nice—a high-speed GaN charger, like this 4-port Ugreen charging block. It’s only $26 right now on Amazon,…
This $10 USB-C hub with 4K HDMI support has never been cheaper
If there’s one thing every laptop user should have, it’s a USB hub. After all, you probably feel like you don’t have enough ports for all your accessories and peripherals, right? In that case, grab…
This fast-charging USB-C wall plug with 4 ports is at its lowest price
Modern tech has two annoying problems: first, too much cable clutter across numerous devices; second, laptops, phones, and tablets don’t really come with charging blocks anymore. That’s why we’re big fans of multi-port wall plugs,…
Here’s why your AirPods Max don’t have lossless audio over USB-C yet
When iOS 18.4 arrived earlier this week, AirPods Max users were likely the quickest to update after Apple announced last week that a new AirPods Max firmware update released at the same time would bring…