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Ask HN: Why does this 90-degree USB adapter have a chip in it?
3 points by zachrose 1412 days ago
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09TQNQWPZ

Why isn't it just connectors? What is the chip doing?
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JLCarveth 1412 days ago
Just a guess but perhaps it's to do with USB power delivery?

Edit: Yea I think it could be an IC for USB PD https://www.ti.com/interface/usb/type-c-and-power-delivery/o...

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zachrose 1402 days ago
I guess what I’m wondering though is: what is being negotiated over what looks to me like 8 connectors? Why can’t they just be simple conductors?
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