USB-C

beCreatus DP1310 Hybrid Dock review: Uniting your devices and lifestyles

The beCreatus DP1310 is a pretty decent 13-port USB-C dock and KVM switch for your Mac, iPad, or PC that strikes a great balance between work and play.

Thomas Sibilly | 5 months ago

Dockcase Studio Smart USB-C Hub 8-in-1 Review - Powerful hub with perplexing features.

The Dockcase Studio Smart USB-C Hub 8-in-1 can read the latest memory cards, which is good, but confusingly has an integrated display.

David Schloss | 7 months ago

PNY Elite-X Type-C Drive review: Small size, huge convenience

The PNY Elite-X Type C Drive is a cheap, quick, and extremely portable storage solution for anyone who needs a few dozen Gigabytes in their pocket.

Thomas Sibilly | 7 months ago

Apple's iPad upgrades march Lightning one step closer to death

After 11 years, 6 months, and 5 days of valiant charging and data service, the Lightning port is no longer on any iPad that Apple sells.

William Gallagher | 8 months ago

Apple enhances USB-C Apple Pencil with new firmware update

Apple has released a firmware update for the USB-C Apple Pencil launched in 2023. It enhances the functionality and overall performance of the accessory.

Andrew Orr | 8 months ago

Magnetic cables were a sleeper hit at CES 2024

While everyone is jazzed about the use of AI, self-stabilizing robots, and flashy mixed-reality glasses, on the show floor, we saw hordes of people excited over a new wave of magnetic cables that are preparing to launch.

Andrew O'Hara | 1 year ago

Hyper goes all out with new Thunderbolt 5, Qi2, & GaN accessories at CES 2024

At CES 2024, Hyper has something for everyone with an extensive array of new products set to be released throughout the year, including SSD enclosures, Thunderbolt 5 docks, Qi2 chargers, GaN power supplies, and more.

Andrew O'Hara | 1 year ago

Apple's September 2023 in review: 'Wonderlust,' iPhone 15, a French iPhone ban, and more

The long-awaited iPhone 15 came out at September 2023's "Wonderlust" event, along with the much-rumored switch from Lightning to USB-C, but France still had a bone to pick with the iPhone 12.

William Gallagher | 1 year ago

How to build the ultimate iPhone 15 Pro 4K60 ProRes video recording rig

Shooting 4K60 ProRes video on an iPhone 15 Pro with just external storage or just an external microphone is easy. What's harder is doing it all at the same time. Here's what you need to do it.

Mike Wuerthele | 1 year ago

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Apple isn't happy about India's demand to upgrade older iPhones with USB-C

Apple has urged the Indian IT ministry to make changes to its single charger rules, as adding USB-C to older iPhone models will make it hard for Apple to meet production targets for India's manufacturing and export laws.

Malcolm Owen | 1 year ago

You don't have to flip this Magic Mouse hack over to charge

An engineer has hacked Apple's Magic Mouse to give it a USB-C charging port — in a better place — and also given it a more ergonomic case.

William Gallagher | 1 year ago

Samsung T9 SSD review: Next-generation portable storage

Samsung's latest addition to its portable SSD lineup is the T9 which has plenty of drop protection and newfound speed improvements — at least for some users.

Andrew O'Hara | 1 year ago

Magic Mouse, Magic Keyboard, Magic Trackpad didn't get USB-C — but it's still coming

Contrary to rumors, Apple has not yet moved its lineup of Mac input accessories to USB-C, but it's still going to happen sooner rather than later.

Amber Neely | 1 year ago

Code sleuth discovers reference to Apple Pencil charging via USB-C

Apple could be preparing for an Apple Pencil 3 with USB-C, but it is difficult to determine exactly what a code reference is suggesting in iOS 17.1 beta 2.

Wesley Hilliard | 1 year ago

The best SSD for recording video on iPhone 15 Pro

Changes in the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max make the flagship iPhone a great device for videography. These are the best external SSDs for iPhone 15 that you should use to take full advantage of USB-C's speed.

Malcolm Owen | 1 year ago

Omnicase 2 Pro USB-C Hub review: Compact and competent data and charging

The Jsaux Omnicase 2 and 2 Pro offer a functional USB-C hub solution while also providing adapter and SD card storage, but it could use a slightly better build quality.

Thomas Sibilly | 1 year ago

No, you're not going to damage your iPhone 15 with an Android USB-C cable

Over the weekend, a few third-party Apple vendors in China made the incredibly stupid claim that using Android USB-C cables would destroy your iPhone 15 — which quickly went viral. In actuality, the claim is bogus, and there is no danger.

Mike Wuerthele | 1 year ago

Best MagSafe Duo alternatives with USB-C to charge an iPhone 15

Apple's MagSafe Duo charger, now discontinued, was a go-to for dual charging an iPhone and Apple Watch on the go. Here are some of the best USB-C alternatives to consider.

Andrew Orr | 1 year ago

USB-C on iPhone 15: Everything you need to know

Apple's new iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro each have a USB-C port, but the capabilities of this port differ between models. Here's what you need to know.

Wesley Hilliard | 1 year ago

Apple's new 'pro' Thunderbolt 4 and six-foot USB-C cables are bad, and you shouldn't buy them

At the "Wonderlust" event, Apple unveiled the iPhone 15 lineup with USB-C, and now the company has overpriced accessories to go with them. There are better options.