• FierySpectre@lemmy.world
    link
    fedilink
    English
    arrow-up
    1
    ·
    11 days ago

    It gets even better, each function of the port also needs proper support from the cable. Often cables do not support the full spec of usb to cut costs.

    While the symbols in the post are often put on computers, for usb cables this is seldom done (only a few brands do).

    Source: had to find a cable that supports both DP and PD to connect a portable external monitor after I lost the original cable. (1/9 cables worked)

    • xep@fedia.io
      link
      fedilink
      arrow-up
      1
      ·
      11 days ago

      Yes, this is incredibly annoying and it’s also the reason why some USB cables cost more than others, even they may look the same superficially.

      • FierySpectre@lemmy.world
        link
        fedilink
        English
        arrow-up
        1
        ·
        11 days ago

        One of those cables that don’t work is rated for like 120W, with gigabit transfer speed… But it refuses to transmit display… Like bruh