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Not all cables are born equal, test your USB cables with these cheap USB testers
By Ben Stockton published
I never trust a USB cable I've not tested, which is why I recommend USB testers like these to help you separate the bad from the good.

The USB Power Delivery (PD) Specification — everything you need to know about USB-PD
By Les Pounder published
Learn the secrets of the USB PD specification as we delve into how the specification has changed in over a decade of revisions

USB 3.2 and 3.1 Explained: What's Gen 1, Gen 2 and Gen 2x2?
By Avram Piltch last updated
Confused about all the USB 3.x standards? We explain the differences between USB 3, 3.1 and 3.2.

USB Decoded: All the Specs and Version Numbers
By Brandon Hill last updated
We explain the difference between USB 2, 3.2, 4 and names like SuperSpeed and HighSpeed USB.

Anker brings beastly 14-port dock, plus new compact chargers and portable batteries to IFA
By Matt Safford published
Anker's latest devices at IFA 2025 include a 14-port dock with a display, a fast-charging battery pack with a display, and a display, and a compact 160W charger with a… you know.

The massive Ugreen Nexode 25,000mAh power bank is at an all-time low Amazon pricing — power all the things, including your laptop and Switch 2
By Stewart Bendle published
Deals Dropping to just £67.99, Ugreen's 25,000mAh power bank is the perfect travel companion for keeping your devices charged.

This Anker 24,000 mAh power bank deal hits lowest-ever price for Prime Day — $76 for 140W charging and three USB ports
By Brandon Hill published
Deals The Anker 737 is a 24,000 mAh power bank with three USB ports and up to 140W charging (in and out)

These Ugreen retractable USB-C power bricks are a traveler's best friend, now up to 33% off — 45W for $20, 65-watt for $35 in Prime Deal
By Brandon Hill published
Deals Ugreen's 45- and 65-watt charging blocks feature a retractable USB-C cable and two additional USB ports.
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