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Re:USB 4 version 2 promises 80 Gbps speeds over existing cables by KerrAvon on Thursday September 01, 2022 @07:24PM (#32684687)
I have many USB-C cables; zero of them are labeled with those icons.
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Re:USB 4 version 2 promises 80 Gbps speeds over existing cables by bb88 on Thursday September 01, 2022 @08:29PM (#32685191)
Also that list excludes the thunderbolt versions which have a thunderbolt and a number.

There are some cables that show the power throughput [1], I would like to see cables that show data throughput as well.

[1] https://www.amazon.com/Charging-Display-Wattage-Braided-Tran...

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Re:USB 4 version 2 promises 80 Gbps speeds over existing cables by nomel on Thursday September 01, 2022 @07:38PM (#32684793)
Ah, you need the scratch and sniff version of this card. My only complaint is how subtle the difference is between between the smell of the 45W fast and regular charging cables.
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