Does it matter which USB port you use on your MacBook?

Your MacBook has multiple USB ports, some of which look identical. Here's what to keep in mind when connecting your devices, ...

Why Almost Every One Of Your Devices Uses USB-C Ports These Days

The widespread use of USB-C ports also reduces electronic waste, or e-waste. The idea is that with a single standard port, ...
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What is USB-C? A computer engineer explains the one device connector to rule them all

Get the latest federal technology news delivered to your inbox. Apple announced on Sept. 12, 2023, that it plans to adopt the USB-C connector for all four new iPhone 15 models, helping USB-C become ...

5 things to never plug into your Chromebook's USB ports

Much like any other computer, Chromebooks have limitations, and their USB ports are no exception. There are a number of ...

Your TV's USB port has a forgotten feature that can revitalize an old system for free

Go online and visit the manufacturer's official website to look for the "Support" or "Downloads" section. Use the search function on the website and enter your TV's model number. This should bring up ...

Your USB-C cables aren’t broken. This $14 tester reveals what’s really going on

Which USB-C cable can do what? It's often not that easy to find out. A clever cable tester helps to sort cables according to ...

Can Your USB-C Laptop Charger Also Charge Your Phone?

As it turns out, there's no need to carry around two chargers, as you can almost always use the same USB-C charger that ...

Why is my USB port orange? I learned what every color really means, and it's wild

Teal: Just like blue, but denoted as USB 3.1, supporting faster transfer speeds of up to 10 Gbps. Red: These are the newest and fastest devices available, categorized as USB 3.1 Generation 2 and USB 3 ...