Mobile

All American Phones Switching To Micro-USB By Jan 2012

Our virgin sacrifices to the bloody altar of mobile deities must have paid off, because Sprint CEO Dan Hesse just told a CTIA audience that all American phones will use Micro-USB for charging (and, presumably, transfers), by next year. [nexGadget]


February 19, 2010

USB To Micro USB Sync Blocker Cable Will Spare You Embarrassment

Ever plugged your gadget into someone else’s computer for a quick charge and helplessly watched as your data started to sync? It’s an annoyance and wastes time, but with the Sync Blocker cable it’s optional.


February 17, 2009
Mobile

European Commission Pushing Micro-USB Standard for Mobile Phone Chargers

Proprietary chargers are supremely annoying, but they’re also an affront to consumers and the environment, according to the European Commission. They want a universal charger, and surprisingly, manufacturers are happy to oblige. UPDATED