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.
Anker's 737 USB C Charger is currently on sale for $60, offering a compact and powerful charging solution with two USB-C ports and one USB-A port.
Apple introduced the Lightning connector with the iPhone 5 in 2012, emphasizing its digital design, improved durability, and reversible nature, marking the end of the longstanding 30-pin connector era, as the iPhone 15 is set to adopt USB-C.
Apple plans to refresh its accessories with USB-C ports, including AirPods and Mac accessories, following the transition away from Lightning on the iPhone 15 lineup.
Millions of people who will enter the USB-C ecosystem with the iPhone 15 may encounter confusion over its capabilities, as the technology is tainted by uncertainty and lacks certification, resulting in varying data transfer and charging speeds.
Images of counterfeit MagSafe Battery Packs with a USB-C charging port have surfaced on social media, indicating possible preparations for Apple's release of such an accessory alongside the iPhone 15 lineup that is expected to feature USB-C charging.
Apple is aiming to have all its accessories switched to USB-C by next year, including a new version of the MagSafe Duo and a stackable MagSafe battery pack that can charge multiple devices simultaneously, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
Apple is known for frequently changing the connectors and cables on its devices, requiring users to constantly purchase new adapters and accessories, with the company's adoption of USB-C for iPhones being the latest example.
Apple is releasing a new model of its AirPods Pro with a USB-C charging port instead of the Lightning port, in compliance with EU regulation, allowing users to charge their personal electronics with a single cable.
Apple has released new charge cables, including a 60W USB-C Charge Cable and a 240W USB-C Charge Cable, specifically designed for charging iPhone 15 models, iPads, and Macs.
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.
Anker is offering discounts on USB-C accessories for the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro on Amazon, including portable batteries, a MagSafe-compatible charger stand, and USB-C wall chargers.
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.
