If you think all USB-C cables are basically the same, think again. Here are the mistakes you'll want to avoid when buying a ...

Swapping GND and Vbus weren’t the only problem – the SuperSpeed wires were missing, meaning this was effectively only a USB 2 cable with a Type-C connector. The resistor required by USB spec ...

The cables themselves are really nothing special other than on price ... With most new phone chargers going to USB Type C, you’re probably going to usually want a Type C to Type C cable.

Now, though, we have USB Type C, with Power Delivery. Theoretically, we can pull 100 W over a USB cable. What if we could tap into that with screw terminals? That’s the idea behind [Jakob]’s ...

The Beats cables distinguish themselves in a few other ways. First, you can get the USB-C to USB-C or USB-A to USB-C cables in a two-pack for $35 (but only in black). Apple-branded cables are only ...