USB-A, the traditional rectangular connector, is commonly used for older devices, while USB-C offers faster data transfer speeds, reversible plug orientation, and compatibility with newer devices. Other advantages of USB-C include convenience and enhanced transfer speeds.
Consider how much USB ports and connectors enable us to do—it's truly fascinating. First, we can store the contents of thousands of books on a USB flash drive and access them at any time. (Cool, right?) But we also use USB ports to connect a variety of devices, from mobile devices to TVs to computers, making USB one of our most important connectivity standards.
However, USB connectors did not experience a true next-generation evolution for many years, until recently. Now, USB-C has emerged as the successor to the original USB-A connector technology and is set to change everything. What is the story between USB-A and USB-C? Which type of USB hardware is more suitable for your application? Let's start