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		Ask HN: Why does this 90-degree USB adapter have a chip in it?
		3 points by zachrose on Aug 5, 2022 \| hide \| past \| favorite \| 2 comments
		https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09TQNQWPZ Why isn't it just connectors? What is the chip doing?

JLCarveth on Aug 5, 2022 [–]

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...

zachrose on Aug 15, 2022 | [–]

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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