Every USB-C cable looks identical, but this tiny chip tells you which ones actually work

USB-C is wonderful — you can charge your devices up to 240W, transfer data at high speeds, and even use it as a display cable. The best part is that it works across all modern devices. However, USB-C cables aren't as simple as they seem, and even if the connector may look similar across the board, different standards set them apart.

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