Do these 5 things to get the most out of your phone's USB-C port.

Most people never use their phone's USB-C port for anything other than charging the device. At most, they might plug in a USB flash drive to transfer a few files. But that little port at the bottom can do more than we think.

 

You can use it to get faster wired internet via LAN connection , charge your accessories, mirror your phone screen to a TV, and connect peripherals like microphones, keyboards, mice, and even game controllers. Best of all, you only need a cable and an adapter to turn your phone into a workstation, a media hub, a game console, or even a backup power source when needed.

Enjoy wired LAN connectivity.

No lag, no disconnections, just pure speed.

 

This might sound a little strange, but let the article explain. Occasionally, people connect their Android phones to their routers using an Ethernet cable . To do this, they use a USB-C to Ethernet adapter and a LAN cable connecting the router to the computer.

Whenever you need fast internet on your phone, simply connect the LAN cable using the adapter. Once that's done, just turn off Wi-Fi and mobile data from the Quick Settings panel, and you're done!

Of course, this isn't something you can do all day. But it's especially useful when backing up large photos and videos to the cloud and for online gaming. It helps avoid longer waiting times and infrequent backup errors.

Charge phones and other accessories.

Nothing more than a portable power bank.

 

The USB-C port on your phone not only receives current but can also output power. In other words, your phone can function as an emergency power bank.

This is incredibly useful, especially now that newer iPhones also have USB-C ports. With a USB-C to USB-C cable, you can plug your phone into another phone, and whichever phone has more battery power will automatically become the charging device. People have used this feature many times to save a friend's phone that was about to run out of battery.

The same applies to accessories. You can use your phone to power wireless headphones, smartwatches , fitness trackers, and even Bluetooth speakers.

This feature is called reverse charging, and most modern phones have it. Samsung phones also have a wireless power-sharing option, turning the phone into a wireless charger. However, many people still prefer using a wired connection whenever possible because it's faster, more reliable, and also allows for file transfers.

External microphone

Professional sound with minimal setup.

 

Samsung phones have a pretty good microphone, sufficient for calls, notes, and voice input, but it's not ideal for high-quality audio recording. It simply can't compete with a real microphone.

Therefore, whenever they need to record voice, some people connect their Fifine microphone to their phone using a USB cable. This makes the voice sound fuller, clearer, and much more professional.

What people love most is the simplicity of the setup. All you need is a phone, a microphone, and a cable. There's no need for a laptop to record high-quality voiceovers. You can record narration and voiceovers to get virtually no editing required.

Mirror your phone screen to a TV or computer monitor.

The phone screen will be magnified.

One difference between phones and computers is screen size. But with a USB-C cable and a TV or monitor that supports USB-C display, that limitation disappears.

You can connect your phone to a computer monitor or TV and project everything onto a larger screen. This is great for viewing photos and videos on a big screen, and even for quick presentations. Yes, you can also wirelessly project your phone screen onto a TV, but using a wired connection means you don't have to worry about lag or Wi-Fi connectivity.

This setup even allows you to use your phone as a temporary workstation. You can connect it to a keyboard and mouse to answer emails, edit documents, or browse the web comfortably using Chrome's desktop mode.

Mouse, keyboard, and game controller

 

Ignore the touch screen, plug it in for high accuracy!

Those who use mechanical keyboards all day will find typing on a phone quite uncomfortable. For long typing sessions, connect a wired keyboard to your phone using a USB-C cable or a USB-C to USB-A adapter. This makes typing long emails or editing documents much more comfortable.

You can do the same with a mouse. This is especially useful when recording your phone screen to illustrate something, as the mouse provides a visual cursor that makes it easy for others to follow what you're doing. Another use case is when your phone's touchscreen stops working. Plugging in a mouse can help you navigate the interface and back up important data.

However, the most widely used peripheral is the game controller. It's very convenient in games that display on-screen buttons. With a controller, you can easily hide them and enjoy a cleaner game interface. The overall gaming experience feels much more like on a console.