Security researchers have hacked the Apple USB-C controller. Update, Jan. 14, 2025: This story, originally published Jan. 12, now includes further information regarding the impact of the Thomas ...
The connectors all look the same (technically known as a “Type-C connector”), but there are significant differences, particularly on data-transfer speed—with USB-C maxing out at 10Gbps ...
In a solemn reminder that no system is 100% safe and unhackable, it was announced over the weekend that security researchers have managed to successfully hack Apple’s proprietary ACE3 USB-C ...
When we talk here about USB-C chargers, we mean the port on the charger, not on the iPhone. Starting with the iPhone 15 family, Apple has switched the port on its iPhone from Lightning to USB-C.
Some of the earliest adopters of USB-C technology in the smartphone industry include OnePlus and LeTV, with other manufacturers like Samsung and Motorola following suit. Despite popularizing the ...
A hot potato: The European Union decided to impose USB-C as the de-facto standard for data communication and battery charging on small devices two years ago. The new rule is now going into effect ...
As of Saturday, EU consumers will no longer need a different charger for their smartphones, tablets, cameras, headphones, video game consoles and other devices, as USB Type-C charging ports are to ...
From December 28th, a large percentage of the gadgets bought inside the EU are required to charge via USB-C. The goal for Directive 2022/2380, known colloquially as the common charging solution ...
The EU has officially adopted USB-C as the common charging standard. EU consumers can now use a single USB-C charger for smartphones, tablets, cameras, headphones, gaming consoles, and other devices.