USB-C vs. Lightning Cable: Which Cable Does What?
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USB-C cable vs. Lightning cable: both cables charge, transfer data, and connect devices, but how are they different? Which is better, Lightning or USB-C? And which cable is set to become the industry standard? We've got the answers to all your questions.
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