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Microsoft is pushing PC makers to stop treating USB Type-C as a cosmetic port and to implement the platform-level hooks Windows 11 needs to deliver consistent, useful notifications when Type‑C connections behave unexpectedly. The company’s guidance — now baked into Windows’ hardware requirements...

Laptop users today demand a seamless work experience regardless of their physical location, and the right portable peripherals are often the secret ingredient to achieving that. Even users with robust desktop setups find themselves gravitating toward laptops for everyday convenience, yet...

Plugable's latest innovation, the UD-7400PD docking station, is redefining the boundaries of multi-monitor setups by supporting up to five external displays simultaneously. This capability includes four monitors at 4K resolution and a fifth at 8K, catering to professionals who demand expansive...

Microsoft’s decision to revamp USB-C requirements for Windows 11 laptops marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of device connectivity, promising to drastically simplify an area long plagued by ambiguity and consumer frustration. For years, tech-savvy users and novices alike have been...

The evolving landscape of USB Type-C has brought both promise and confusion to the world of Windows PCs. As Microsoft takes proactive measures to standardize capabilities with new minimum requirements, consumers and manufacturers alike are poised to experience a significant shift in both...

Microsoft has announced a significant initiative to standardize the implementation of USB Type-C ports across Windows 11 laptops and tablets. This move aims to address the inconsistencies in how device manufacturers have utilized USB Type-C capabilities, which range from varying data transfer...

Microsoft has recently updated its Windows Hardware Compatibility Program (WHCP) to establish a minimum standard for USB-C port capabilities on Windows 11 devices. This initiative aims to eliminate inconsistencies and ensure that all USB-C ports on certified Windows 11 laptops and tablets...

Microsoft’s bold initiative to standardize and enhance USB-C functionality on new Windows 11 PCs marks a significant turning point in the ongoing saga of USB reliability. For years, the Universal Serial Bus—despite its name—has been anything but universal in the user experience it offers across...

The promise of USB-C as a universal connector has intrigued and frustrated consumers in equal measure, especially in the world of Windows laptops, desktops, and tablets. On paper, USB-C should be the single cable to connect monitors, charge devices, and transfer vast amounts of data—all with...

USB-C was introduced with the promise of simplifying connectivity by providing a universal port for data transfer, charging, and video output. However, the reality has been far more complex. The proliferation of USB-C ports with varying capabilities—ranging from different USB generations to...

USB-C, once heralded as the universal connector to end all connector chaos, has instead developed a reputation for unpredictability and frustration among Windows laptop users. The rise of this versatile port, capable of delivering blistering data transfer speeds, multi-device charging, and even...

The rollout of Windows 11 24H2 is poised to bring a transformative shift to the Windows laptop landscape, finally placing USB-C performance and consistency on par with what MacBook users have enjoyed for years. For too long, the phrase “USB-C enabled” has been little more than a visual...

The mention "Get a GaN charger with two USB-C ports for $60 in this deal" appears as a brief highlight or offer on the BleepingComputer site, likely as a promoted or sidebar deal, but it does not have detailed information or a full article within the page about the charger itself. If you're...

The supplied charger for this laptop is a big, heavy (330 grammes), 65W charger which is big and heavy to carry if you are travelling light. If I travel with a lightweight (90 grammes), 30W, PD type charger, and only charge when the laptop is shut down or asleep, obviously charging will be a...

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My USB ports on my computer are not reading anything plugged into them. This is a big hassle for a laptop user. More information: -I'm using Windows 7 -The ports ARE delivering power -The support site for my computer's drivers and BIOS is in Chinese and all the links and downloads don't work...