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The Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a widely adopted interface standard for connecting devices to computers, enabling the transfer of data, power, and communication between devices. The USB protocol is a set of rules and standards that govern device communication over a USB connection, making it…

For a format with "universal" in the name, USB can sometimes feel anything but with the variety of connectors and standards involved. Many in tech have hailed the recent shift towards USB-C as a standard connector as righting the ship and moving back towards simplicity.But for those of us who use…

The USB-C connector is newer and offers compatibility with higher USB standards than USB-A. Some might say it's a clear winner. However, we don't expect to see the original USB connector type disappear from the scene anytime soon. Here's our take on the direction of USB connection. We'll dive into…

Sometimes we hear from customers who have used our programmable USB hubs for unusual applications. Maybe one of these examples will help solve your problem! Dual-Hosting USB Storage Volumes  Imagine a scenario where one host machine directly boots from an OS image on an SSD or thumb…

Between backward compatibility and future-proofing, working with technology sometimes feels like it requires both a history degree and a crystal ball. But predicting the future of USB power delivery technology isn't a guessing game. Here at Acroname, we've noticed some clear trends in where the…

If you're looking for a guide to power delivery connector types, look no further. We're going to take a deep dive into the world of USB power delivery and explore different types of connectors. Different USB PD applications have different needs, so a USB-C PD connector will look a lot different…