Not all USB cables are built the same, even if they look alike. For example, two USB-C cables may look the same but may support different features, such as fast charging and transfer speeds.

However, the benefit of using colored cables is that you can always find the right cable no matter which part of it is ...

Among different USB cables, some will allow more current to make it from the charger to the device. Better-made cables can pass more amps (a measure of electric current) than poorly made cables.

There are so many different types of USB-C chargers out there that it’s mind-boggling. So, here’s a list of some of the best USB-C chargers that you can buy.

Among different USB cables, some will allow more current to make it from the charger to the device. Better-made cables can pass more amps (a measure of electric current) than poorly made cables.

To put it in perspective, cables that are capable of transferring up to 5Gbps have, over the last decade or so, been referred to as USB 3.0, USB 3.1 Gen 1, and USB 3.2 Gen 1.

These days, there are a lot of different devices that can be powered or charged by USB. Of course there are phones and tablets. But there are a variety of general consumer electronics devices that ...

In theory, all USB-C cables should be the same: that’s the whole point of having a standard. In practice, there are different versions of the standard. More worryingly, many cables being sold as ...

The USB-C plug comes in a different shape than its predecessors — an elongated oval. It's also symmetrical and reversible, which eliminates one of the common gripes about previous versions like ...

In my line of work I use serial on a near daily basis. Currently, I have 3 different USB>Serial cables; an IO Gear GUC232A, a Cables to Go (Prolific PL2302 chipset) and a older Radio Shack cable ...

Whether you need to upgrade your slow, outdated USB-C cables or just need a few more as backup, now is a great time to pull the trigger because Anker’s 100W USB-C cables are now 2 for $12 on Amazon.