The USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) wants to simplify this problem by rallying behind the new Type-C connector, a new specification designed to replace current Type-A and Type-B plugs of all sizes.

USB ports and connectors come in a variety of shapes and sizes. While you may be familiar with common types like USB Type-A and USB Type-C, there is also USB Type-B. It was introduced back in 1996 ...

Back when use of the USB Mini-B connector was widespread, you'd find it in all sorts of devices, including digital cameras, MP3 players, external hard drives, and GPS units.

Intended to replace both USB and Micro USB with one universal standard, Type-C looks to be pretty much the same size as Apple’s proprietary Lightning cable, which has a similar reversible design ...

You're probably familiar with USB Type A and C from regular technology use, but there is actually a B that exists too. Here's how and where it's still used.