USB Type-C has taken over — here are the latest phones to prove it – CNET

USB Type-C is taking over

In years past, phones charged and transferred files through a Micro-USB port and cable. These days, however, it's more common to find a new standard called USB Type-C.

This port technology is faster, more efficient and — best of all — flippable, so you can plug in your cord correctly every time. Click through to see which current phones have USB Type-C.

Editors' note: This post is updated frequently. It was originally published July 31, 2016.

Published:December 11, 2018Caption:Lynn LaPhoto:Josh Miller/CNET

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USB Type-C is taking over

In years past, phones charged and transferred files through a Micro-USB port and cable. These days, however, it's more common to find a new standard called USB Type-C.

This port technology is faster, more efficient and — best of all — flippable, so you can plug in your cord correctly every time. Click through to see which current phones have USB Type-C.

Editors' note: This post is updated frequently. It was originally published July 31, 2016.

Published:December 11, 2018Caption:Lynn LaPhoto:Josh Miller/CNET

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