USB

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 essential knowledge for individuals working with USB devices or developing USB-based applications. The USB protocol defines the structure of data packets, the timing of data transfer, and the electrical characteristics of the connection.

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 USB connections, we know that dream isn't quite a reality yet.

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 each connector type, the difference between the two, the advantages of each, and why this dynamic connector duo will be working in parallel for a while yet.

USB-C: Newer, Faster, Universal

The USB-C port brings a slew of advantages, including:

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!

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 industry is headed.

Today, we're sharing three market trends in USB PD that we predict will only continue to become more and more prevalent.

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 from a USB 2 connector.

Lumafield, experts in Industrial CT scanning, focus their X-ray vision on USB-C cables to show us what’s inside.  The resulting interactive 3-D scans are incredibly detailed, and it’s absolutely worth your time to click through to view the scans in their Voyager web application.

They look at 4 cables: 

Simplifying Device Compatibility and Development

USB class codes are a system used to define the functionality and purpose of USB devices without needing specific drivers for each individual device. These class codes allow operating systems to use generic drivers based on the type of device connected, streamlining compatibility and development.

If you're trying to figure out how to see USB devices on your Mac or struggling to find that connected jump drive, you've come to the right place. This guide will walk you through the different ways to view, manage, and control USB devices on your Mac. Whether you’re working with macOS Monterey or an older version of macOS X, these steps will help you navigate through the process effortlessly.

USB 3.0 offers blazing-fast data transfers, but have you ever noticed how plugging in a USB 3.0 device sometimes disrupts your Bluetooth or Wi-Fi connection? This interference can be quite frustrating, especially when your mouse suddenly stops responding or your Wi-Fi slows to a crawl. Let’s break down why USB 3.0 causes interference and how you can mitigate it, so all your devices can coexist peacefully.