It's backwards compatible, too — while a USB - C connector won't fit into a larger USB port, it'll still work with older accessories with an appropriate adapter. (businessinsider.com)
There's plenty of blame to go around here — the (mostly) no - name cable makers for peddling junk, retailers like Amazon for allowing it be sold, the USB Implementers Forum for not getting the word out all that well — but the end result is anyone with a USB - C device having to take absurd precautions just to ensure they can use older accessories or spare cables without blowing up their phone. (businessinsider.com)
In the back, you'll find six additional USB 3.0 ports, two USB 2.0 ports, an Ethernet jack, a PS / 2 port for older accessories and a full suite of audio jacks. (tomsguide.com)