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Thunderbolt was a proprietary interface developed by Intel and Apple, but it's now open for royalty-free use (still certified by Intel). There are USB-C to Lightning and USB-C to USB-C versions, and both are Made for iPhone-certified (MFi), so they'll work perfectly with your iPhone or iPad. When I measured it against my digital USB tester, it appeared accurate, though it rounds up to the nearest whole watt. Depending on your Android device - a window may pop up on your phone asking you to verify that you want to enable USB Debugging.

He is a regular contributor to WIRED, but you can also find his work at Business Insider, Reviewed, TechRadar, Android Authority, USA Today, Digital Trends, and many other places.The longer answer is that you need to keep an eye on standards and specifications to get your cable’s (and charger’s) full potential. Male USB to micro-USB female: The USB end of the cable features an output that you can plug into a device, while the micro-USB end features an input that you can plug into. This was the standard for various devices a while back but was quickly replaced by the micro-USB connector mentioned in the next section.

If you installed Android Studio on Windows, you must install a USB device driver before you can run your app on a physical device.

Connectors: While USB-C is mercifully becoming a standard connection type, you want cables with connectors that fit your existing devices.

You should consider DisplayPort Alt Mode (DP Alt Mode) support, as this enables you to hook up displays and video sources that support DisplayPort. Depending on the model of your phone allows recharge, synchronization and file transfer like music and images. In this codelab, you learn how to connect your app in Android Studio to your physical Android device. A near square connecter, not often found amongst mobile devices aside from printers and devices that connect to computers.It comes with three magnetic tips (USB-C, Lightning, and MicroUSB) that are designed to stay put in your chosen devices. Even cables that appear identical may perform differently when you plug them into your phone or laptop. The USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing USB technology. Manufacturers will state the data transfer speed or list support for 4K or 8K video on select cables.

The latest addition to PD is Extended Power Range (EPR), which allows USB-C cables to carry up to 240 watts (they used to be limited to 100W).Factor in length, it is really important, shorter cables are great for portability, but might be a hindrance if it leaves you huddled next to a plug socket. This USB-IF certified, braided nylon cable should do the trick and offers reasonably speedy charging and data transfer to boot. Universal Compatibility: USB-C to USB-C, the cable is compatible with a wide range of devices, including phones, tablets, and other accessories.