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The base iPad will reportedly switch to USB-C this fall
Apple is rumored to give the base iPad a huge upgrade this year with USB-C, a larger screen and more.
USB-C devices will have to ask for permission to send data in macOS Ventura
When macOS Ventura arrives, USB-C and Thunderbolt devices will have to ask your permission to transfer data.
EU reaches deal to make USB-C a common charger for most electronic devices
Europe has reached a deal to make USB-C a common charger for all phones and electronic devices, with the aim to reduce e-waste and inconvenience.
A USB-C iPhone could be part of a broader move away from Lightning for Apple
Apple may be planning a broader move away from its proprietary Lightning port than was initially suggested in reports earlier in the week.
Apple is reportedly testing USB-C iPhones
An iPhone that charges via USB-C may be in the works, and could launch in 2023.
Engineer's USB-C AirPods give a glimpse at a Lightning-free paradise
After creating the world's first iPhone with USB-C, engineer Ken Pillonel decided to complete his quest by making the world's first pair of USB-C AirPods.
An engineer just made the world’s first Android phone with a working Lightning port
After creating the world's first iPhone with a working USB-C port in 2021, engineer Ken Pillonel has now flipped the script for his next project: an Android phone with a Lightning connector.
Elecjet’s graphene power bank is as exciting as a power bank can be
Elecjet's new 'graphene-enhanced' power bank promises to charge faster and last for longer than regular batteries. We tested it for a month to find out if that's true.
The Google Pixel 6 doesn't charge as quickly as you might expect
Google's Pixel 6 and 6 Pro appear to charge significantly slower than the company suggests.
The USB-C iPhone becomes a reality thanks to a robotics engineer
A robotics engineering student has proved that its possible to replace the iPhone's Lightning connector with a USB-C port.
Europe may require all phone manufacturers to use USB-C charging
Europe may require all manufacturers to use USB-C charging for all phones and electronic devices, according to a new EU Commission ruling proposal.
Apple's sixth-gen iPad mini gets USB-C and an all-screen design
The smallest iPad is getting a serious upgrade.
Google Pixel 5a teardown shows that it's still a challenge to repair
Google's Pixel 5a has a hard-to-remove battery that contributes to its middling repairability score.
Dell’s new monitor lineup includes a $350 portable second screen
Dell has unveiled a range of new monitors including a 4K display with USB-C and its first 14-inch portable secreen.
The Magic Keyboard with Touch ID is now available separately for $149
A version with a number pad is available for $179.
USB-C upgrade will more than double its power capacity to 240W
An update to USB-C standard could deliver 240W of power, more than double the connector's current capacity.
The new iMac's paltry port selection doesn't bode well for the next MacBook Pro
Apple's new iMac has far fewer ports than the model it replaced, and that could be a bad sign for the next MacBook Pro.
THX's Onyx is a tiny USB-C headphone DAC that supports master-quality audio
THX's first consumer hardware is a portable USB-C DAC that gives wired headphones a powerful audio upgrade for $200.
HP says its latest Envy 14 runs for up to 16.5 hours on a single charge
The Elite Wireless Earbuds are designed for seamless switching between devices.
What we bought: Our favorite USB-C chargers
The iPhone 12 is officially available today and it’s got us thinking about chargers. In an effort to be more environmentally conscious, Apple removed the power adapter (and earphones) from the box of its latest smartphones. Thankfully, there are many more USB-C adapters, chargers and power banks now than there were even two years ago.