The transition from microUSB to USB-C in the Android world has been a slow and, for some, a painful process. However, it is of no doubt that USB-C is the future, and hanging onto microUSB products will only make the process longer.
That being said, USB-C presents some interesting problems, because of it being touted as a "universal" port, which is not exactly true. Here's a look at some of the major problems having a so-called "universal" port can present, and how such problems could be remedied:
Charging
Different devices use different chargers, because they require different voltages, amperages, and watts of power to charge at an efficient rate (and also not explode or light on fire). Before, it was impossible to plug, let's say, a MacBook charger into a smartphone, simply because the two would not fit. But with the rise of USB-C, it becomes all too easy to absentmindedly plug your phone into your MacBook charger and leave it there all night, which may result in arude awakening chemical battery explosion and house fire. One good way to avoid such situations is to truly make USB-C chargers universal, that is, have the charger detect the optimum voltage, wattage, and amperage that the device it is plugged in to needs, and adjust to it. However, this would require great coordination between major players in the industry, not to mention it would most likely result in a price increase on the already overpriced chargers.
Data Transfer Disappointments
USB-C is widely praised for its high speeds for data transfer, but this not-always-true advertising can lead to some disappointing situations. A prime example is the Honor 8 itself, which has a USB-C port, but only USB 2.0 data transfer speeds. This can be misleading to many customers, who mistakenly associate USB-C with high speeds. The remedy for this? Simple: just like how USB 1.1 is just not used anymore, we have to wait for USB 2.0 to be slowly phased out.
USB-C does have its flaws, but it is definitely the direction that the industry Is heading in, and no matter which way youplug it in look at it, USB-C is going to work.
What do you think of USB-C? Have any questions? Voice your opinion in the comments below!
Happy Androiding!
-Lumi Valo
That being said, USB-C presents some interesting problems, because of it being touted as a "universal" port, which is not exactly true. Here's a look at some of the major problems having a so-called "universal" port can present, and how such problems could be remedied:
Charging
Different devices use different chargers, because they require different voltages, amperages, and watts of power to charge at an efficient rate (and also not explode or light on fire). Before, it was impossible to plug, let's say, a MacBook charger into a smartphone, simply because the two would not fit. But with the rise of USB-C, it becomes all too easy to absentmindedly plug your phone into your MacBook charger and leave it there all night, which may result in a
Data Transfer Disappointments
USB-C is widely praised for its high speeds for data transfer, but this not-always-true advertising can lead to some disappointing situations. A prime example is the Honor 8 itself, which has a USB-C port, but only USB 2.0 data transfer speeds. This can be misleading to many customers, who mistakenly associate USB-C with high speeds. The remedy for this? Simple: just like how USB 1.1 is just not used anymore, we have to wait for USB 2.0 to be slowly phased out.
USB-C does have its flaws, but it is definitely the direction that the industry Is heading in, and no matter which way you
What do you think of USB-C? Have any questions? Voice your opinion in the comments below!
Happy Androiding!
-Lumi Valo
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