The Emperor's New Connector: Unpacking the USB C Conundrum The promise of USB C was simplicity itself: one connector, many uses, no more tangled mess of cables and adapters to confuse us on our daily commutes.
However, nearly a decade after its introduction, we find ourselves still grappling with the intricacies of this supposedly streamlined technology.
Apple's latest MacBook Neo debacle is a recent illustration of the problem. This budget device comes with two USB C ports – but one of them is barely fit for purpose.