Now available in a new length, the OWC Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) cable isn’t new—per se—it’s just longer. The new 2-meter cable ...

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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, ...

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 ...

USB-C has become the ubiquitous standard for computer and phone peripherals, but there are some incredibly common ...

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Are all USB-C cables the same? That’s what we wondered when we found two different Amazon Basics models, one priced at about $9, and the other at $19. Is the cheaper USB-C cable just as good, or are ...

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In a world increasingly driven by technology, it’s easy to accumulate a tangle of outdated USB cables. Rather than tossing them in the trash, consider the various ways you can repurpose or recycle ...

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Even if you’ve done a great job looking after your devices, chances are you will have a few much-loved USB cables that look worse for wear. Fraying or breaking cables will mostly work when you need ...