USB uses four conductors. Should be easy to play with, but the connectors are (almost?) always molded-on, so it will be difficult to fix them. But I'm not convinced the cable is bad, unless you abused ...

I have a drawer full of USB cables and every time I want to connect a device, I have to try them out. USB-C was supposed to simplify things: One cable for everything, that was the promise. In practice ...

In an era of ever-evolving tech, it's easy to accumulate a drawer full of outdated USB cables—mini USBs, micro USBs, USB-A to USB-B—the list goes on. And with newer gadgets moving toward USB-C or ...

Ensuring that your cable and charger are functioning properly can help determine if the issue is with the port or the accessories. If the loose USB-C port persists despite your efforts, professional ...

Hey readers! Today’s tech tip is about USB cables. I’m usually super careful with my cables, but a recent mishap where I accidentally got one soaked left me wondering what I should do next. Was my USB ...

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 ...

A good charger is one piece of the puzzle as far as charging your phone is concerned. A shoddy cable can easily ruin your experience, or worse, harm your smartphone. Picking the right cable also takes ...

I have a drawer full of USB cables and every time I want to connect a device, I have to try them out. USB-C was supposed to simplify things: One cable for everything, that was the promise. In practice ...