USB-C port

Reversible charging receptacle

A USB-C port is a small, oval-shaped connector found on computers, phones, and other electronic devices.

The symmetrical design allows cables to be inserted either way—unlike older USB ports that required correct orientation.

USB-C ports handle data transfer, charging, and video output, often through a single connection: My laptop only has USB-C ports, so I need adapters for everything else.

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Apple's reversible charging connector

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Short-range wireless protocol

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G