Power outlets in South Africa with integrated USB ports must include a switch that allows the USB socket to be turned off. That’s the word from Gianfranco Campetti, chair of the SA Bureau of Standards ...

USB has become the standard for charging a wide range of devices, including smartphones, smartwatches, earbuds, and most other gadgets. As a result, USB wall sockets have become increasingly common in ...

A new line of advanced micro-USB plugs and sockets feature up to 4.8-Gbps data transfer speeds. A new line of advanced micro-USB plugs and sockets feature up to 4.8-Gbps data transfer speeds. These ...

It's easy to plug too many devices into too few sockets, particularly when using extension leads and USB ports. Here's how to plug in devices and charge phones and laptops safely Overloading your plug ...

Adapter plugs that allow you to switch plugs to suit the shape of overseas outlets are a standard item for overseas travel or business trips, but if you only use a adapter plug, you end up having to ...