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Your next USB-C cable should have a screen


A simple LED display can help a lot with common charging woes.

There are a ton of different specs supported by USB-C cables, including Thunderbolt, USB4/USB5, Power Delivery, DisplayPort Alt Mode, and many more. Keeping track can be tricky, and using the wrong cable or power adapter could mean leaving charging speed or features on the table. (Image credit: Brady Snyder / Android Central)Charging speed is arguably more important than battery life.

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