This really hits home. Because when USB-C was introduced, I was pleased with a small, convenient, yet very dense reversible connector. My Lenovo has two marvel

This really hits home. Because when USB-C was introduced, I was pleased with a small, convenient, yet very dense reversible connector. My Lenovo has two marvelous USB-C ports, and two USB-A. The C ports are tight, and have excellent tolerances. I can plug in the charger or any peripheral and have peace of mind, knowing that the connection is secure. My last two smartphones also use USB-C for charging/peripherals. My Pixel 8 Pro lacks a headphone jack. So I purchased wired earbuds from the Google Store. Unfortunately, mobile USB-C ports, and plugs, can be shoddy and loose. The earbuds began malfunctioning soon after purchase. On the telephone, my family complained of the mic cutting out. They became unusable. USB plugs are held in with nothing but a little friction. Remember the old days, when RS-232 and VGA had thumbscrews, and SCSI/parallel had latches? I'm infuriated now when the little Ethernet clips fail. Good reason to replace the cable immediately. I purchased nice, inexpensive JVC USB-C earbuds to replace the Pixels. This plug is more secure than Google's hardware. Also, the controls are more versatile. Nevertheless, the bloom is off the rose when it comes to USB-C ports. I'd rather have a thick old-fashioned USB-A, if there's any chance things will come loose. Please, vendors, be more like Lenovo.