WHY IS USB-C BETTER THAN EXISTING USB CABLES?

USB-C IS EASIER TO USE

Reversible Connector. The USB-C or Type-C connector is user friendly. There's no up or down orientation so it works regardless of which way you plug it in.
Truly universal. Not just happy to work with smartphones, tablets, laptops, digital cameras, or anything that traditionally connects via USB, USB-C is also at home across different operating systems like iOS, Android, Windows, Google, and more. Now that's a real game-changer.

It's really, really fast. USB-C can transfer data at up to 10Gbps (gigabits per second). Or an entire high definition feature-length movie in just 30 seconds. That's up to 20 times faster than USB2.0.
More power. With up to 100 watts or 3 amps of power, USB-C cables can power almost anything. From laptops to large high-resolution monitors, even some printers.
The 4K Ultra HD experience. USB-C cables can deliver Ultra-HD 4K video resolution to USB-C and HDMI displays. That's 4 times the resolution of standard high definition.

USB-C isn't just a new development. It's a new standard. This means that everything it promises — speed, ease of use, universality — can be applied to all sorts of devices. With this much potential, USB-C has another edge over existing USB cables: it'll be around for much longer.

As the world moves toward USB-C, it doesn't mean you have to replace all your existing devices. Your new USB-C device (such as a laptop) will still be compatible with all your existing devices (smartphones, tablets, mouse, printer, etc.), you just need the correct USB-C cable or adapter.

Mountains of defunct cables in landfills across the world motivated action for reform. Tech companies the world over responded to new European regulations that called for a standard connector.
The USB-C connector is being widely adopted by manufacturers including Apple, Google, and Microsoft. With such widespread support from these market-leading manufacturers, it's only a matter of time before the new standard becomes the norm.
The idea of new technology that embraces future-proofing for environmental reasons is groundbreaking.

Although USB-C and USB 3.1 were developed at the same time, they are not the same thing.
USB 3.1 is an upgrade from the familiar USB 2.0, and more recent USB 3.0, offering significantly faster data transfer.
USB 3.1 is a new technology. The USB-C connector enables the functionality to support the new technology.

USB Power Delivery, or USB PD, is a charging protocol that uses high-speed USB-C connectors and cables. Smartphones, tablets, and laptops that are Power Delivery-enabled allow safe, faster charging and more power for larger devices, without the need for a separate power supply. USB PD will charge your smartphone up to 70% faster than standard 5W charging. You can even share power between USB PD devices.