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We all know that we can charge some of our devices via USB, but what is USB-C Power Delivery, exactly? Read this brief guide on how Power Delivery works.

The universal serial bus, or USB, has been a stalwart connector for all sorts of devices and systems for almost two and a half decades. It's consistently kept pace with new demands for speed and features, and today is one of the most comprehensive connectors out there. That does depend on which version of USB you make use of, though, with older generations not offering the same capabilities as the latest. In a head to head of two capable connectors like USB 3.0 vs 3.1, USB 3.1 almost always comes out on top.

In a nutshell, USB-C is the latest connector type developed by the USB Implementer’s Forum (USB-IF), a group of industry-leading companies like Apple, Intel, and Microsoft that set out to create industry-standard specifications for connecting devices. 

USB-C has been making headlines for a few years now, thanks to its reversible design and widespread capabilities. The result? You can use a single USB-C cable for all different devices, without having to worry about plugging it in the right way. But what devices use USB-C? Before diving into the devices that have USB-C, it’s important to note that USB-C isn’t always what it seems. USB-C is a connector - not a standard, like other versions of USB, might be. The USB-C port usually uses the USB 3.1 standard but can use older USB standards or another popular and powerful standard – Thunderbolt 3.

With so many different audio cable types to choose from, whether purely for listening or for creating, it's not always easy to know which type is best for your new setup. Some devices only support digital or analog cables, others are legacy devices that require older audio cable types, and you also need to consider cable length. Still, the variety of different cables used for audio production and enjoyment doesn't have to be opaque and intimidating. Here's a comprehensive guide to the various audio cable types available, and why you might want to choose some over others.

Ethernet Cables are available in a wide array of options which are called categories. The latest categories of ethernet cables are the Cat8 and Cat7 cables which are used in data center structured cabling applications. Similarly, for commercial and residential use, the latest ethernet cable categories are Cat6 and Cat6a cable.

Before you begin installing the cable, you of course need to know what it is? The Category 6 ethernet cable is an enhanced version of the Cat5e Cable with a data transfer speed of up to 1 Gbps over a length of 100 meters and 550 MHz bandwidth. It features four twisted pairs of 23 AWG conductors that are shielded in the STP cables and unshielded in UTP cables. The STP variants are more resilient towards EMI and crosstalk as compared to their UTP counterparts. So, Cat6 cable is used in both commercial and domestic buildings to send data across various electronic devices in a local area network (LAN).

Have you ever encountered a situation where the USB C hub cable is so short that all the connected peripherals are piled up on the desk and appear cluttered?

In the September 2021 press release, the European Commission disclosed a plan to mandate smartphone makers to utilize a standardized USB-C charging connection on all devices.

There are a lot of different types of audio cables available. Different devices use different kinds of audio cables. For example, if you're a musician or working in sound in any way, you're going to come across cables and all different types of cables. Sometimes it can be daunting if you're getting into it because there are all these other connectors you don't know what they're being called. Or which thing connects to which item.

The arrival of USB Type-C connectors and the faster USB 3.2 standard have both heralded a new age of consumer convenience. However, there seems to be quite a bit of confusion about what these new standards mean, especially since we’ve progressed through USB 3.0, 3.1, and 3.2 without much fanfare. Moreover, many consumers are (rightfully) confused over the relationship between USB Type-C, USB Power Delivery, and USB 3.2

What Do You Need? You’ll want to get Cat5e cabling in bulk, along with an RJ-45 crimping tool and bulk RJ-45 crimpable connectors specifically for Cat5e. Except for variances in cable length and the exterior package, bulk Ethernet cables do not contain connections, allowing you to adapt them as needed. The tool will help you cut into the isolated line, and the connectors will allow you to plug them into routers and other devices.