The New Cable on the Block

There was some big news released recently in the world of cables. The word on the street is that USB will very soon be going through a major overhaul. USB Type-C is set to be the newest technology on the market, and will change how we use USB in several different ways. The design of the new cables is much thinner than the current USB cable; the USB Type-C looks very similar to the iPhone’s lightning connector. One of the most attractive changes for this cable is that they will have symmetrical connectors on both ends; meaning they will fit in their port no matter which way you plug them in. The new USB style will be small enough to fit smartphones and will click when plugged in, so you are aware when it’s connected.

These new specs are set to be released within the next few months, and the new cables are rumored to be available on shelves by Christmas. It will of course take some time to integrate them; the current USB port will likely still be included on computers until the older style is eventually phased out. The new style USB will replace micro and mini USB as well, making USB cables of the future truly universal.

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