Why some USB devices are called dongles (and what they're used for)

If you own any kind of USB device, you have most likely heard about a dongle, but the term is actually very specific in what ...

The 2 alternatives to USB Wi-Fi adapters actually worth using

Using USB Wi-Fi adapters may seem like the only way to get Wi-Fi on an older computer, but here are two alterantives that are ...
CNET

Clever adapter connects USB accessories to your Android device

With an inexpensive USB OTG adapter, you can connect things like keyboards, USB hard drives, and even gaming controllers to your Android phone or tablet. Sharon Profis Former Vice President of Content ...

5 Useful Office Gadgets That Work With Your Chromebook's USB Ports

Chromebooks are known for their affordability, and these USB gadgets follow suit. Use them with your Chromebook's USB ports ...
Forbes

Apple Patent Application Indicates A MagSafe Dongle For USB-C Devices Might Be Coming

There are several reasons why Apple decided to implement USB-C technology into its newer laptops. USB-C enables faster data transfers (up to 5 Gbps) and it supports quick charging of the battery. And ...

Belkin’s wireless HDMI adapter freed me from a long annoying cable when I travel

My alternative for watching our favorite shows on a big screen is traveling with a 10-foot HDMI cable and a USB-C-to-HDMI ...
Hackaday

Powering USB Devices With A Bench Supply Adapter Board

Sometimes you wanna test a piece of USB hardware, but you don’t just want to plug it into a random old phone charger.
EDN

PoE to USB-C adapter extends reach of USB Type-C devices

Microchip Technology Inc. has introduced a power over Ethernet (PoE) to USB-C adapter, solving the issue of limited USB cable length and the need for a nearby power outlet. The PoE to USB-C adapter, ...