usb
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Everything You Need To Know About USB 4
USB 4—or USB4, as it’s officially branded—is on the tech horizon, and like WiFi 6E or mobile 5G, you probably have plenty of questions about what the new USB standard means for your many devices. So, let’s take a quick look at everything we know about the upcoming USB4.
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What Is ‘USB Fast Charging’ And Why Does It Matter For Your Smartphone?
You might have seen that Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra are the first smartphones to receive “fast charging” certification from the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF). Many smartphones claim to have “fast charging” batteries, but if the Galaxy S20 line is the first to get the USB-IF’s official certification, what does that mean…
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Why Your Next iPhone Might Not Have A Lightning Port
There are many things that separate Apple’s products from its competitors. One of the most iconic is the Lightning port, Apple’s proprietary charging and connection cable that most of its products have been using for some time—but that could be changing very soon. Members of the European Commission will vote on whether to force all…
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How To Boot From A USB Drive Or CD On Any Computer
When you’re troubleshooting your computer or installing a new operating system, you may need to “boot from a disc” or USB device (such as an external hard drive or flash drive). Here’s what that means — and how to do it.