USB naming conventions have always been confusing, but perhaps none more so than USB 3.2 Gen 1 and Gen 2. Here's what you ...

The arrival of USB Type-C connectors and the final USB 3.2 standard have both heralded a new age of consumer convenience. However, there remains quite a bit of confusion about what these new ...

and USB-C. But what’s the difference between all these USB formats? Let us unpick the finer details for you. USB is a widely used interface that has revolutionised how we connect peripherals to our ...

USB-C is effectively the universal cable standard, something that took a long time to come around. However, its brilliant flippable shape and extensive variety of uses can sometimes make it ...

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 ...

in both USB-A and USB-C formats. May 2025 Even as cloud storage and wireless file transfers become more common, a USB flash drive is sometimes the best option for moving files from one device to ...

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The following year, in 2014, the USB Type-C connector was introduced, a reversible connector about the size of Micro USB, which also enhanced the capabilities of USB. 2017's USB 3.2 was only able ...

The reality is unfortunately messier than that. While your phone, tablet, and laptop might all use the same USB-C port for charging and transferring data these days, they can all work differently.