The iPhone 15 will feature a USB-C charging port, replacing the Lightning cord, in response to pressure from the EU, making borrowing chargers from older iPhone models more difficult.
The expected move to USB-C on the iPhone 15 may lead a significant number of Android users to switch to iPhones, according to a survey conducted by SellCell.
The upcoming iPhone 15 series is rumored to feature a switch from Lightning to USB-C ports, a design with skinnier bezels and a Dynamic Island cutout, easier repairability, upgraded ultra wideband for integration with Apple's AR headset, 15-watt wireless charging, a periscope-style telephoto lens, solid-state buttons for the Pro models, increased RAM for the Pro models, and potential price increases, with the iPhone 15 Pro Max possibly receiving a $100 to $200 price hike.
The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro can now charge from 0 to 100% in under two hours with a USB-C cable, and the USB-C port allows for significantly more power output to accessories, expanding the possibilities for iPhone accessories.
Android smartphones have had the ability to charge other devices using a USB-C cable, and now with the iPhone 15 series adopting USB-C, Android phones and iPhones can finally share power with one another.
Apple will release the iPhone 15 with a faster processor and better camera, but the most exciting feature is its switch from the proprietary lightning connector to USB-C due to European Union regulations.
The newly launched iPhone 15 series supports USB-C to Ethernet adapters, allowing for wired internet connections with faster download speeds than Wi-Fi.
The under-appreciated features of the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro include the ability to charge accessories via USB-C, turning the phone into a gaming console, the ability to connect external storage and micro SD cards for professional video recording, cheaper repair costs for the rear glass, and significant weight reduction in the iPhone 15 Pro models.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro users are experiencing charging issues with USB-C, as the phone ends up charging connected devices instead of being charged itself, highlighting the inconsistencies in compliance with USB-C standards among manufacturers.
The iPhone 15 Pro models unlock USB 3 speeds with USB C, and any USB 3 cable, including the $15 one from Amazon, performs the same as the $70 Apple Thunderbolt 4 cable.
The iPhone 15 is praised for its impressive camera, sleek design, and the transition to a USB-C charger, making it one of the best smartphones available and an appealing choice for Android users wanting to switch to iOS.
Apple has replaced the Lightning port on the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus with USB-C, allowing for easier connectivity with accessories and peripherals, and the Pro models support USB-3 speeds for faster data transfer.
