If you think all USB-C cables are basically the same, think again. Here are the mistakes you'll want to avoid when buying a ...

For more help with cables, check out Glenn Fleishman’s new book, Take Control of Untangling Connections. It answers common questions and aids in troubleshooting problems. You’ll learn how to recognize ...

Cable internals matter: Wire gauge, length, and presence of an e-marker chip can limit charging speed and data transfer, even if the connector fits. Port colors explained: USB-A ports often use colors ...

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 ...

Oliver Haslam has been writing about phones, computers, games, and anything else that takes a battery or plugs in for more than he'd like to admit. With a focus on mobile and laptops, Oliver is never ...

USB-C cables look identical but behave differently. WhatCable shows Mac users exactly what each cable supports.