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Read the article. That's crux of the complaint -- that there isn't just one type of cable for USB-C. Heck, the USB-C power cable that comes with the the new MBP
by jzl 10y ago
Read the article. That's crux of the complaint -- that there isn't just one type of cable for USB-C. Heck, the USB-C power cable that comes with the the new MBPs can only do power and USB2 data. See for yourself: http://www.apple.com/shop/product/MLL82AM/A/usb-c-charge-cable-2-m?fnode=8b http://www.apple.com/shop/product/MLL82AM/A/usb-c-charge-cab...
- todd8 10y agoYes, maybe I wasn't clear. The USB-C connectors look like they will simplify the end points so that's an improvement. We should need fewer cables. I'm hoping that by buying the more capable cables (the Thunderbolt 3 versions) that I will be able to use them on all of my devices, even the ones that don't require Thunderbolt 3 like my 12" MB where I only use the USB-C connector for charging, USB3, and sometimes an external monitor (not at Thunderbolt 3 speed).
- jay_kyburz 10y agoYeah but, I think the point is you will never be able to do this. There is no "ultimate" USB C cable that can just do everything. You have to use the cable that ships with your device, or risk, not only getting the correct performance, but actually damaging your hardware.
- compuguy 10y agoThe only problem is that TB3 cables seem to be length limited, compared to USB PD cables.