Android 16 will block new USB connections when the phone is locked, protecting it from physical attacks. This feature works by disabling USB data signaling until the phone is unlocked. More ...

Google is adding an optional Android 16 feature to disable USB data access when the phone is locked for enhanced security. This protects against attackers from using USB devices to extract data or ...

It’s 2025, and I had to buy a Micro USB to USB-C cable. It’s 2025, and I had to buy a Micro USB to USB-C cable. Victoria Song is a senior reporter focusing on wearables, health tech ...

USB ports began development in 1994 with the goal of creating a universal connector to replace the multiple standards used in computers of the time. Since then, USB ports have evolved significantly.

Buying an expensive, “fast” USB cable only to find that it chugs along like a steam train when transferring data can be highly disappointing. On the other hand, cheaper USB cables that deliver ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. In some cases, on a device that offers USB connectivity, USB ports may be color-coded to indicate what USB specification they have ...

In brief: Identifying which USB standard is being used can be a pain for users looking to purchase cables or docking stations. Terms like "USB 3.2 Gen 2" leave people scratching their heads due to ...

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 ...

My monitor, laptop, and e-reader all have ports for USB-C, the connector that looks like a pill; my car has USB-A, which is the older, rectangular design that is somehow always upside-down.

Sequence, the all-in-one platform for building Web3 games, has partnered with Google Cloud Marketplace to widen its reach to game developers. This milestone brings a comprehensive suite of Web3 ...

The Lightning port, which arrived on the iPhone 5 in 2012, has finally been replaced by the non-proprietary USB-C standard, which means it’s compatible with a wider range of cables, chargers ...

Per the official synopsis, “‘Dream Sequence’ will tell the story of two sisters and the nightmare that brings them back together. Kay Craft hasn’t spoken to her sister Sadie since the ...