We all appreciate the convenience of a long charging cable, letting us use our phone or laptop comfortably while it powers up across the room. But does that extra USB-C cable length impact charging speed and data transfer? It’s a…
You’ve got the latest laptop with powerful USB4 or Thunderbolt 4 ports, or perhaps a high-speed external SSD or an 8K monitor. But to actually leverage the incredible potential of these technologies – blazing-fast 40Gbps data transfer speeds and high-resolution…
You’ve invested in a powerful 100W USB-C charger or perhaps even one supporting the latest 240W EPR standard, ready to fast-charge your demanding laptop or multiple devices. But did you know that using the wrong USB-C cable can throttle that…
You plug your powerful new 100W USB-C laptop charger into your laptop using a random USB-C cable you had lying around, only to find it’s charging incredibly slowly, or your system warns you about performance. What gives? While the charger…
The arrival of the USB-C connector promised a universal solution for charging, data transfer, and even video output. While the reversible connector itself is wonderfully convenient, a common point of confusion arises from the cables: they all look the same,…
You’ve probably noticed a trend in recent years: USB-C power adapters are shrinking dramatically in size while simultaneously delivering more power than ever before. That tiny cube capable of charging your laptop likely relies on a key advancement in semiconductor…
The USB-C charger market is brimming with high-power options, boasting outputs of 100W, 140W, and even up to 240W thanks to the latest USB Power Delivery standards. The allure of faster charging and powering demanding devices is strong, but does…
Understanding USB Power Delivery (PD) is the magic behind fast and versatile charging over that ubiquitous USB-C port. It allows devices from tiny earbuds to powerful laptops to negotiate and receive optimal power from a compatible charger. However, the USB…
USB Type-C, commonly known as USB-C, is no longer just another port – it’s the ubiquitous connection standard found on virtually all modern laptops, smartphones, tablets, peripherals, and even gaming consoles. Its reversible connector, incredible versatility, and potential for high-speed…
Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology has transformed USB-C power adapters, making them significantly smaller, cooler, and more efficient than their old silicon counterparts. [If you’re unsure what GaN is, check out our guide: What is GaN Technology? Benefits…]. This means you…
