The USB Promoter Group has announced the next generation USB 4 vs. 2 data transmission standard, which promises improved data transfers over USB-C which doubles the existing vs. 3.2 Gen 2 spec up to 80Gbps. “Once again following USB tradition, this updated USB4 specification doubles data performance to deliver higher levels of functionality to the USB Type-C ecosystem,” said Brad Saunders, USB Promoter Group Chairman. “Solutions seeing the most benefit from this speed enhancement include higher-performance displays, storage, and USB-based hubs and docks.” Those double speeds not only come with newer USB4 cables but thanks to a new physical layer

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