There's no doubt that USB-C is a big step up from previous iterations of the standard, you can even use it to output a high-def audio-visual signal.

With modern phones without removable batteries simultaneous USB/audio dongle and charging usage via the USB-C connector is claimed to be possible, but this is something to check beforehand.

Since phone manufacturers stopped including headphone jacks on devices, USB DACs have been on the rise, but just what are they, and how are they useful?

Since phone manufacturers stopped including headphone jacks on devices, USB DACs have been on the rise, but just what are they, and how are they useful?