Someone connecting a USB cable to a port on the top of a desktop tower. - KirillovIgor/Shutterstock If you've ever tried to plug a standard USB cord or connector in ...

A major revamp of the ports and cables of the ubiquitous connection technology will make USB connectors reversible, slimmer, and better at transmitting data and power. Stephen Shankland worked at CNET ...

Using a USB cable to connect your phone to your car for Android Auto isn't always a straightforward experience if you're not ...

USB-C is one of the most popular types of cable in the world, but this “universal” cable has a few key issues that need to be resolved. From messy USB-C cable types to problematic fast charging, the ...

While it's fantastic that the USB-C governing body is improving the USB spec, the ongoing lack of a strict labeling requirement will make a bad situation worse. Stop us if you've heard this before.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. If you've ever tried to plug a standard USB cord or connector in while not looking, fumbling around with the connection altogether ...