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USB Type C   is one of the newest USB connector types and is rapidly gaining popularity. Part of the reason for this is its shape - it's symmetrical, unlike Micro-USB, but more importantly, it can handle large amounts of data. Many smartphones, tablets and even laptops and computers are now compatible with the USB-C standard, and not just because of the data. As a result, there are thousands of USB-C cables on the market.   USB-C data cables The term USB-C refers to the shape of the connector. USB-C is rectangular with rounded ends that look symmetrical. However, not every USB-C cable is the same. USB-C cables can have different speeds, which makes the matter a bit confusing.   USB 2.0: can handle data speeds of up to 480 Mbps USB 3.1 Gen 1: can handle speeds of up to 5 Gbps USB 3.1 Gen 2: can handle speeds of up to 10 Gbps Thunderbolt 4: can handle speeds up to 40 Gbps   In addition, USB-C cables can handle power. At a minimum, they must carry at least 20V at 3A, fo...

  First, some basics. The USB port you've known for about 20 years is the USB-A. The port is a rectangle, and if you're like me, it always takes at least two tries to get the cable face up. The other end of the connection may be USB-B (a square that plugs into a printer), Mini-USB (commonly used a few years ago to plug into digital cameras), Micro-USB (found in everything from wireless headphones to smartphones to electronic devices) -readers), or Apple-specific (like the current Lightning port on the iPhone).  USB Type-C , commonly abbreviated as USB-C, is the port that replaces all of these. The symmetrical connector with rounded ends sits on either end of the wire, and there's no "face up" or anything like that - it works either way.   But the real magic is that the new USB-C port is much more versatile. USB-C is no longer limited to about 12 watts of charging power, but can power devices up to 100 watts. The new data transfer rate speeds up the performance of ...

  USB-C Frequently Asked Questions What will I use USB-C for? As the world moves to  USB-C , it doesn’t mean you have to replace all your existing devices. Your new USB-C device (e.g. laptop) will still be compatible with all of your existing devices (smartphones, tablets, mice, printers, etc.), you just need the correct USB-C cable or adapter. Do you need USB-C? The presence (or lack thereof) of a USB-C port is increasingly becoming a consideration when buying a PC. If you buy a slim laptop, it will almost certainly have at least one USB-C port, which will automatically bring you into the ecosystem. If you prefer a desktop, then you’re sure to find those ports there as well, with at least one of them on the motherboard-side I/O panel, and probably more on high-end and gaming desktops. USB C To DisplayPort Adapter Aluminum Shell Some desktop and aftermarket PC cases also put one on the front panel. (However, desktop DIY types should be aware that USB-C ports on the front or to...