Understanding HP Data Cables: Types, Arrangements, and How to Choose the Best and Best

Now, we can find the USB data cable (Universal Serial Bus) anywhere. Especially if you want to recharge electronic devices; ranging from mobile phones, tablets, cameras, to laptops. In fact, the data cable itself comes with various shapes and types. Therefore, this time the team Droila will describe the types of data cables, components, and how to choose a durable one.

For some readers, this information may not be very important. Especially if you are still using the micro data cable type. This is the type that is still widely used and easy to find sellers.

It’s just that, for those of you who have used different types of data cables – for example type C data cables, of course it is important to know the various types. At least, it can save you from the experience of buying the wrong item.

And to complete it, the author has also prepared how to choose a good data cable. Want to know more? Just scrolling again, okay?

Types of Data Cables

It’s natural and a natural thing to buy data cable. Either when traveling because of the cable cell phone charger missed, or as a result of a previous cable being damaged. The problem is, do you know what kind of data cable is right for the device?

Therefore, before buying, first know what kinds of data cables are. More fully, the following is a description.

USB Type A Cable

This is the kind that we are easiest to find. Available in almost all types of data cables today. And use USB type A . cable, you can connect various types of devices; ranging from cellphones, cameras, keyboards, mice.

In terms of function, type A cable can be used for recharging or data transfer. You must have seen this type of data cable, right?

Type B Data Cable

Compared to type A, this type of data cable is the least common and may be difficult to find. The thing is, not all devices use USB cable type this.

Usually, type B data cables are only used in printers or scanners. Its function, of course, is to connect a printer or scanner to a computer. Maybe, you’ve come across a type B cable on other devices. But, believe me, there are very rare devices that use this cable.

Mini Data Cable

In the past, mini data cables became the standard of various types of devices. Especially in the early days of developing Android phones. Of course you still remember it, right?

But that was then. A few years ago. Now, mini data cable replaced by the micro data cable type which will be described below.

Perhaps, you can still find some devices that support the mini data cable. It’s just that, usually used by older series smartphones. In addition, this data cable is also still used in some devices; eg cameras, MP3 players, and game consoles.

Micro Data Cable USB

This is the type of data that is easiest for us to find. Almost all Android devices are still supported by this type of data cable.

Launching from Android Authority, the small size is one of the reasons why micro USB is popular among electronic device manufacturers. You see, it can help manufacturers to design thinner devices.

Apart from cellphones, now micro USB cables are also used in most devices. Starting from bluetooth speakers, wireless earphones, smartwatches, and much more.

USB-C

Formerly known as USB type C data cable, this is the latest type of this technology. Although there are not many, most middle-class HP and flagship smartphones have started implementing this data cable.

According to the author’s search, there are two advantages USB-C compared to other types. The first is the admittedly higher data rate. Second is its flexibility; You can directly plug the cable into the device without the need to position it according to size.

Those are some types of data cables that we can easily find and are widely used today. There are types that are less popular and are starting to be replaced, there are also types that have begun to be applied but are limited to certain types of devices.

[Bonus] How to Choose a Good Data Cable

After you know what the types of data cables are, of course it will be easier to find the right device, right? However, a new problem arises without you knowing it; There are so many choices of data cables available in the market.

Well, based on the author’s search, there are several points that you can use as a benchmark in choosing the best data cable. What do you want to know? Read on for the description below, OK?

Data Cable Length

Like a road that functions to connect one location to another; that’s how the data cable functions. This tool will help you to connect one device to another. Whether for data transfer or just recharging.

So, like a road, length is a determinant if you want to get high data transfer speed or power. Apart from that of course technical issues; the type of cable used. You see, the type of cable will affect the resistance until finally the speed.

Cable Wrapping Material

Coating or wrapping is the outermost layer of material from the cable. In short, materials that we can know by seeing and touching alone.

Generally, there are several types coating used; These include PVC, synthetics, rubber, leather, Kevlar fiber, and nylon. The problem is, for those of you who are laymen, it might be difficult to know the type of material coating.

But calm down. Every good data cable is usually accompanied by a description of the type of wrapping material. So, you can also choose a data cable based on your capabilities coating which is not easily torn apart, waterproof, and covers all parts of the cable.

Additional Features

You must have heard or know the type of data cable Fast Charging. Please note, this is not the type of technology that is installed in the device. However, embedded in the adapter or data cable.

This feature causes the average price of original HP cables to tend to be more expensive. You see, you will not easily find it from other brands. And even if there is a charger that claims to use this feature, it’s best to test it first to prove it.

Well, those are the various types of data cables and how to choose the best and the best. Hopefully the description above can help you to get the best type of data cable, yes.

Don’t miss out on the most complete technology information from Droila. Click subscribe so you get various updated information about technology, gadgets, games, software, tips for Android or iOS cellphones, as well as best cell phone recommendation present every day.