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 ...

Hi all, I wanted to transfer a couple of video files from my Windows 11 Home PC to my Pixel 8a last night and thought I'd use the cable I have installed anyway that connects to my Xbox Series ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Before USB-C entered the scene in 2014, smartphones used mini USB and micro USB, as well as the Lightning Port, exclusive to Apple devices.

A post on Reddit shows the Sony Xperia 10 VII doesn’t include a USB cable in the box. Smartphones typically don’t come with chargers anymore, but cables are still standard. We expect more ...

Whether you want to enjoy Netflix, share photos, or even use it for work, hooking up a cable between your phone and TV can be tricky. It is possible, though. You just need the right cable. While ...

The USB-C ports on modern Android phones and iPhones are pretty versatile. While many of us only use them for charging or connecting to our computers, they can do so much more. For example, you can ...

I've got some old cords that have a micro-usb port on one end and a wall plug on the other. These are for charging mobile phones I used to have. Should I toss them or save them for future phones I'll ...

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The charging situation for the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro this year has changed. Apple’s proprietary Lightning port has been replaced with USB-C, so now you can charge your phone with almost any ...

Your phone's USB port is more than just a convenient hole for charging. That tiny slot manages power, data transfer, and in many cases, the entire health of your device. Which is exactly why what you ...