Think all USB-C cables and chargers are the same? Find out why they're not and how to choose USB-C cables and chargers for ...

You might think a USB-C cable is just a bit of wiring in a sheath, but actually there are several safety features — at least, there should be — that ensure safe power delivery.

Male USB Type-A connectors have a plastic tab at the bottom, which means that the other side of the cable without the plastic is the one facing up.