The author advocates for USB-C as the universal charging standard, sharing their experience on a 7-week European holiday where a single power brick with multiple USB-C ports charged all their devices. They highlight the convenience of a single cable and charger, contrasting it with the difficulty of finding proprietary chargers for older gadgets like a Game Boy Color or specific laptop models.

Their travel kit included a Pixel 8 Pro, Chuwi Mini Book laptop, e-reader, smartwatch, toothbrush, and a Pebble Bee tracker, all powered by USB-C. Even a battery pack and headphones utilized the standard. While acknowledging some USB-C issues, the author believes the benefits, such as widespread availability and rapid charging, far outweigh the drawbacks. They emphasize that any new electronic gadget should ideally use this connector, as proprietary ports are becoming obsolete.