Sometimes I think the demise of the desktop computer cannot be too far away. As laptops become more powerful and versatile, the need for a large desktop rig recedes. However, the one area where ...

The Plugable USB-C Multiport Adapter adds three frequently used ports to MacBook or iPad Pro. Photo: Ed Hardy/Cult of Mac There’s no reason to watch a movie on your MacBook or iPad when the world is ...

The new OntheGo 7-in-1 Multiport Adapter is a pocket-sized hub with plenty of connectivity that can turn a smartphone or tablet into a workstation. San Diego-based Satechi, makes a large range of tech ...

Former CNET editor Dong Ngo has been involved with technology since 2000, starting with testing gadgets and writing code for CNET Labs' benchmarks. He managed CNET's San Francisco Labs, reviews 3D ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Apple might have been the last major company to switch to USB-C on its smartphones, but it also was one of the first laptop manufacturers to ...

Passthrough power, two video output styles, two USB 3.0 Type-A ports, and gigabit ethernet combine to make it a compact powerhouse. Business travelers used to rolling up into an unfamiliar conference ...

From flagship phones to budget laptops and even handheld gaming consoles, the same small oval port now stares back at you from almost every new gadget. The shift to USB-C is not a passing fad but the ...

As our laptops are increasingly getting slim and portable, manufacturers aren’t keen on adding a versatile assortment of ports. Instead, most manufacturers are adding extra USB Type-C ports that can ...

A USB-C cable is a recent type of USB connector that's easier to use and more powerful than older USB types. USB-C cables can be used to quickly charge many popular devices, including the MacBook Pro ...

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Apple this week has quietly released a new version of its USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter. This $69 adapter includes a USB-C port, HDMI port, and USB-A port, with the new version making several ...