USB (Universal Serial Bus) cables are everywhere, with the type-C gaining . If you’ve ever needed to fast charge anything, from smartphones to tablets, to cameras and even newer laptops, you’ve likely ...

USB Type-C is the newly introduced and powerful interconnect standard for USB. When paired with the new Power Delivery (PD) specification, Type-C offers enhancements to the existing USB 3.1 ...

The classic serial null-modem cable was, among other things, used to connect two computers together for communications and file transfer. Largely eliminated in daily use by the advent of home ...

From flagship phones to budget laptops and even handheld gaming consoles, the same small oval port now stares back at you from almost every new gadget. The shift to USB-C is not a passing fad but the ...

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 ...

We independently review everything we recommend. We may make money from the links on our site. Learn more› By Jared Newman After a new round of testing, we’ve added fresh picks. Buying a USB-C cable ...

While the average computer user likely hasn’t given much thought to the lowly serial port in decades, the same can’t be said for the hardware hacker. Cheap serial-to-USB adapters are invaluable for ...

USB-C and other high-speed protocols can push data to warp speeds. Here’s how to make the most of the current standards and what lies ahead. Now that you’re used to seeing co-workers, family, and ...

Like all technology, USB has evolved over time. Despite being a “Universal” Serial Bus, in its 18-or-so years on the market it has spawned multiple versions with different connection speeds and many, ...

My wife recently inherited an older Palm Vx PDA. We picked up a usb -> serial charging/sync cable. The cable appears to be configured properly (hey, I'm a comport, really I am! honest!). Installed ...