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High-Bandwidth USB Connectors

The Thunderbolt 3 Interface Offers More Connectivity Options

— June 5, 2015 — Tech
Intel has unveiled the Thunderbolt 3, its third-generation Thunderbolt interface. This device eschews the classic Mini DisplayPort connector in favor of a USB-C format. In addition to offer greater versatility when connecting peripheral devices, the Thunderbolt 3 also offers increased bandwidth at 40 Gbps. It is capable of connecting as well as simultaneously powering up your devices.

The Thunderbolt 3 will come with a reversible connector. It is capable of delivering two 4K displays that run at 60 Hz and can charge your device with up to 100 Watts of power transfer. By incorporating support for DisplayPort 1.2 and USB 3.1, existing USB-C cables can also be accommodated.

With its combination of speedier connectivity, versatility and charging capability, the Thunderbolt 3 is set to revolutionize the way we stay connected.
Trend Themes
1. High-bandwidth USB Connectors - The Thunderbolt 3 interface with its increased bandwidth and versatility is set to disrupt the high-bandwidth USB connector market.
2. Reversible Connectors - The Thunderbolt 3's reversible connector design presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the reversible connector industry.
3. Simultaneous Power and Connectivity - The Thunderbolt 3's ability to connect and simultaneously power up devices creates potential for disruptive innovation in the power and connectivity industry.
Industry Implications
1. Peripheral Device Connectivity - The Thunderbolt 3's greater versatility in connecting peripheral devices presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the peripheral device connectivity industry.
2. Display Technology - The Thunderbolt 3's ability to deliver two 4K displays at 60 Hz creates disruptive innovation opportunities in the display technology industry.
3. Device Charging - The Thunderbolt 3's capability to charge devices with up to 100 Watts of power transfer opens up disruptive innovation opportunities in the device charging industry.
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