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12 Niche USB-C Gadgets That Are Surprisingly Useful
SlashGear • • technology
Key Points:
- USB-C, introduced in 2014 and now widespread across various electronics, is expected to power a $38 billion market by 2026, extending beyond common devices to niche and innovative gadgets.
- The LcFun dual-arc electric lighter uses USB-C charging to provide a wind-resistant, refill-free ignition ideal for outdoor use, priced at $10.
- UnaMela offers a USB-C-powered watch winder for $21 that keeps automatic watches wound and protected, featuring a quiet motor and optional battery or USB-C power.
- Yubico's YubiKey 5C Nano is a USB-C hardware security key supporting multiple platforms and FIDO2 authentication for $68, with a recommendation to purchase a spare to avoid lockouts.
- Various USB-C gadgets include a portable fan powered by phone USB-C ports, a bright ThruNite Ti mini flashlight with adjustable brightness, a detachable kickstand charger, a USB-C power meter dongle for monitoring charging output, and unique multi-tools combining cables with keychains or bottle openers, typically priced between $7 and $33.
