Latest about Cables and Connectors
New 12V-2x6 PSU Connector Tested: Keeps Cool, Even When Improperly Inserted
Thermals on the new connector are significantly lower compared to its 12VHPWR predecessor, even in worst-case scenarios.
Thunderbolt 5 Debuts, 120 Gbps Speed is 3x Faster Than Previous Gen
Intel announced its Thunderbolt 5 specification, which offers up to 120 Gbps of bandwidth, 3X its predecessor, employs universal 240W charging cables and steps up to PCIe 4.0.
Plugable’s USB 4 Dock Outputs to Two 4K Displays at 120 Hz with Thunderbolt 4
Plugable’s new UD-4VPD dock supports USB 4 and Thunderbolt 4 with the ability to output to two 4K displays at 120Hz.
Custom USB Ports Add RGB Bling for Your Next Maker Project
Add a little bling to your USB ports with these $6 RGB USB ports.
$1,250 Diamond-Branded Ethernet Cables Lure Audiophiles With Silver and Carbon
AudioQuest’s pricey Ethernet cables are another lure for Audiophile computer users, and they come with some grand claims about sound quality, clarity and dynamism.
Plugable Launches Quad-Monitor Thunderbolt 4 Dock
The new TBT4-UDZ can connect your Thunderbolt laptop to up to four different 4K displays.
Intel's Next-Gen Thunderbolt Can Hit 120 Gbps — Sometimes
Intel is further detailing its next-gen Thunderbolt spec, which will support 80 Gbps transfers and up to 120 Gbps for video.
USB 4's 80 Gbps Spec Released Alongside New Logos
USB 4 with 80 Gbps is now official, along with new logos for the standard.
