USB type-c to HDMI adapter cable USB 3.1 brings many improvements to the previous standard USB3.0. The most noticeable is the new Type-C connector which is much smaller than the previous standard connectors it is also reversible. Alternative mode allows the USB cable to carry different types of signal including video and ethernet. Features USB-C input and HDMI output Supports DisplayPort 1.2 Altmode Supports per lane data rates of 2.7Gbps (HBR) and 1.62Gbps (RBR) Supports content protection of HDCP Supports HDMI resolution max up to 4k x 2k USB bus power (no external power supply) 15cm lead Ideal for connecting a Samsung Galaxy S8 or S8+ to a TV with an HDMI input also compatible with phones or tablets that support displayport alternate mode.