Category: USB News & Press Releases
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Apple Releases Urgent Software Patch for USB Vulnerability
Trouble in paradise? Apple released a security update to fix an issue which may expose a security risk. The security risk stems from the USB protocol. Apple isn’t sharing details about who is being targeted, no surprise there. The vulnerability, known as CVE-2025-24200, could allow someone with physical access to an iPhone to turn off…
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Is There a Tariff on USB Flash Drives? (As of 2025)
Is there a tariff on USB flash drives coming from China – Yes! UPDATE as of April 9, 2025 The trump administration has no imposed a 120% tariff on USB flash drives. This move was after China did a retaliatory tariff on US goods going into China at 84%. This is a “who will blink…
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What is ChromeOS Flex?
We focus so much on USB here at GetUSB.info that we often overlook other technologies such as portable browsers or new browsers. Today, and I’m sure we are much behind the 8Ball, we talked about What is ChromeOS Flex. ChromeOS Flex is a lightweight, cloud-based operating system developed by Google, designed to be efficient and…
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Pros and Cons of the Raspberry Pi USB 3 Hub
It is common to hear Raspberry Pi owners want more USB ports. GetUSB.info just read about them introducing an official 4 port USB hub. Sweet. To note, most Raspberry Pi single-board computers, except for the Raspberry Pi Zero and A+ models, include a built-in USB hub that splits one USB connection into several USB Type-A…
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USB-C Cable Tester Sets the Bar High
Review: USB-C cable tester by BLE caberQU USB-C has firmly established itself as the universal connector standard, integrating data transfer, power delivery, and video output into a single interface. With so many cables on the market, knowing which ones truly deliver on their promises can be challenging. That’s where the BLE caberQU comes in, a…
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SMI “Displays” Their SoC Technology with SM770 Chipset
SMI ( Silicon Motion Inc. ) has introduced a new chip which allows for multiple 4K displays to be connected to a single host computer. The SM770 chip is, what SMI calls, a high performance USB Display interface or “SoC”. Get three concurrent 4K UHD displays running without latency issues from a single host computer…
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10 Reasons for Dracal’s Environmental USB Monitoring System
The PTH200 from Dracal Tech has lots of benefits for tracking the environment and more. Here are 10 great things about using it: 1- Very Accurate The sensors are precise, calibrated, and compensate for temperature. This is important for monitoring exact environmental conditions. 2- Easy to Use The small size makes it simple to add…
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Maximum Single File Size for FAT32 Format File System
The maximum file size for a single file on a FAT32 file system is not exactly 4 GB, but rather slightly less than that. FAT32 uses a 32-bit file allocation table, which means it can theoretically support file sizes up to 4,294,967,295 bytes (which is 4 GB minus 1 byte). However, in practical terms, the…
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Transfer Photos from iPhone to PC – Easy
Transfer Photos from iPhone to PC – Easy and Automated iCloud is the default way to store your photos from your Apple device to another location. Once the files are in your iCloud, you can log into the iCloud account and save those images to your computer. However, many users don’t use the iCloud service…
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Why Corsair’s Platform:6 Standing Desk is a Game Changer
In a move that exemplifies innovation at the intersection of technology and design, CORSAIR®, renowned for its cutting-edge gaming peripherals and PC components, has introduced a groundbreaking solution for gamers, content creators, and professionals alike. The CORSAIR Platform:6, a modular desk engineered to redefine the workspace experience, has arrived on the scene, raising the bar…
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Press Release: Orange County IT Services and Cyber Security Consulting by Forza Tek
Orange County, CA – December 2022 – Forza Tek offers a range of computer services including Cyber security solutions, software consulting and software development services. Forza Tek provides a broad variety of IT services and advice, including the creation and deployment of business applications as well as the setting up and upkeep of business infrastructure,…