New USB type (C) so you don't have to turn the plug

[viking60]

A new USB standard is coming. type C will have a plug so you do not have to lay on the floor under the desk with a flashlight, to plug it in.
You can plug it in any which way you want.

That is the plan, but it will take some years for the standard to go through. It will look somewhat like the micro USB plug (Micro A).

Key characteristics of the USB Type-C connector and cable solution include:

An entirely new design tailored to work well with emerging product designs
New smaller size – similar in size to the existing USB 2.0 Micro-B
Usability enhancements – users will no longer need to be concerned with plug
orientation/cable direction, making it easier to plug in
The Type-C connector and cable will support scalable power charging
Scalability – the connector design will scale for future USB bus performance

You can download the press release from The USB 3.0.promotor group here