Specialized cables can still beat USB-C.

OWC has unveiled a couple of new cables for those users in production setups that rely on Thunderbolt 4 connectivity. What makes the USB4 40Gb/s Active Optical Cable different from other Thunderbolt 4 ...

USB is currently widely used to link between devices, but Intel's optical technology could reduce the need for other cables Intel sees its Light Peak technology for linking devices by optical cable as ...

Not all USB-C cables are created equal. We're not talking about a more expensive cable being more durable or using premium materials — rather, different kinds of USB-C cables can have different ...

Today, most laptops, tablets, and phones are charged through USB-C. However, it is not recommended to settle for a low-quality cable. The best USB-C cables can quickly charge a variety of devices, ...

I have a drawer full of USB cables and every time I want to connect a device, I have to try them out. USB-C was supposed to simplify things: One cable for everything, that was the promise. In practice ...

A good charger is one piece of the puzzle as far as charging your phone is concerned. A shoddy cable can easily ruin your experience, or worse, harm your smartphone. Picking the right cable also takes ...