Why Some USB Ports Are Purple (And Why They're Rarely Sold In The US)
Consumers are often misled by these color schemes.
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Have you ever looked at a USB connector or port and wondered, "why is this purple instead of blue or black?" It's not because the manufacturer wanted to help you organize your cables by hue. Rather it's about speed and charging capacity. Purple USB-C connectors are a particularly interesting case, because the color can mean more than one thing.
Before I explain, here's a quick anecdote. I once tested an Honor Magic4 Pro smartphone that came with a 100 watt charger and USB cable with orange connectors. That color signified fast charging speeds, and it indeed boosted the Magic4 Pro's big battery rapidly. "That's fabulous," I thought. "Let me charge my MacBook Air with it." To my surprise, the charger and cable didn't work at allon the MacBook or other phones,...
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