Why is USB-C important? Having a USB-C port is important for a few big reasons. The main one is that it allows more power and data to be transferred per second than other USB connection types, which ...

During its special event today, Microsoft officially unveiled the Surface Pro 7, which looks a lot like previous iterations. It replaces the DisplayPort connector with a USB Type-C port. Microsoft is ...

Alongside some new PCs, Microsoft announced new accessories, including the Surface dock 2 and the USB-C Travel Hub. The Surface Dock 2 has four USB Type-C ports, two USB Type-A, and more. The Surface ...

A new Surface Pro could arrive later this year, and Microsoft may give its detachable tablet design a big makeover. Part of that makeover involves making USB-C a native feature for the first time on ...

Microsoft's venerable Windows 2-in-1 tablet marches forward with new features, including a cutting-edge Intel processor, but it could be overshadowed by the much cooler Surface Pro X. I’m the deputy ...

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Microsoft is hopping on the dongle train. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Now that Microsoft has jumped on board with USB-C with ...

When I was cleaning out my office this weekend, I realized something: I don’t need my Surface Dock any more. Microsoft’s Surface Dock (later replaced by the Surface Dock 2) was part and parcel of ...

If you’ve ever owned a Microsoft Surface device, there is a good chance you’ve encountered the Surface Connect Port. However, it provides way more functions than simple power delivery. The Surface ...

The plastic surrounding the Surface Duo’s USB-C port seems to be breaking for some users. Some users report that the plastic cracked or broke after plugging in and using a USB-C cable. One Surface Duo ...

If you've seen a recent Surface Pro, you've seen them all. Frankly, if not for the USB-C slot on the side, I wouldn't be able to tell the Surface Pro 7 and its predecessor apart. The two look nearly ...