The USB-C port being blocked on your phone or laptop can cause it to become inoperable and prevent you plugging cables in.

If you're ever in a place where you need internet in a pinch, or your home network is down, you can actually rely on your Android phone for a temporary connection. USB tethering allows you to connect ...

Pretty much any USB-C hub should work with your iPhone and provide you with a greater range of ports. This is great if you want to quickly “dock” your iPhone to a variety of devices with a single ...

While we're all collectively on our way to a wireless future, there are plenty of ways cables are still important in our modern world, especially if we don't have internet access or want a stable ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Android tablets are better than ever, with powerful processors and dazzling displays. But one of their most underrated features is the USB-C ...

Arguably the best USB adapter for the job is the Home Assistant Connect ZBT-1, previously known as the SkyConnect. This is a ...

Laptops are getting slimmer these days, which is great news for our bags and our backs but not so good news with the disappearance of ports. If your laptop only has one or two ports and you’re sick of ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Apple took its sweet time saying goodbye to Lightning, but with the iPhone 15 — and now the iPhone 16 and 17 lineups — USB-C is finally ...

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If there are sticky substances or grime in the USB-C port, wrap a small amount of cotton around a dental pick and dampen it ...

Learn how to enable USB-C charging on Windows 11 laptops in 6 quick steps. Update drivers, BIOS, and use the right port for ...