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sabreW4K3@lazysoci.al to Technology@beehaw.org · 1 month ago

Microsoft wants a version of USB-C that “just works” consistently across all PCs

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Microsoft wants a version of USB-C that “just works” consistently across all PCs

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sabreW4K3@lazysoci.al to Technology@beehaw.org · 1 month ago
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USB-C ports have always supported different capabilities on different systems.
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    Somewhat pointless without all cables supporting those features, though.

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      It still solves one end of the problem. The cable problem probably needs enforcement from law side.

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      If you buy thunderbolt cables, they support everything. If you look at the cost of those cables, you will see why not all USB cables support every feature. They are also limited to 1 meter without active circuitry, which will make them even more expensive.

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        26 days ago

        So I thought it couldn’t possibly be that bad! So I looked it up on Amazon. Guys, it’s way worse than that bad. $60 for a goddamn cable! It supports everything though… https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-107022-Computer-Cables/dp/B084Z65YJQ

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