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iPhone USB-C transition enables expanded device functionality
The transition from Apple’s proprietary Lightning connector to the universal USB-C standard has expanded the functionality of the iPhone. While older models from the iPhone 5 through the iPhone 14 series utilize the Lightning port, newer models starting with the iPhone 15 series feature USB-C.
Beyond simple charging, the USB-C port on newer iPhones allows for several advanced uses. Users can deliver up to 4.5W of power to charge other devices, such as AirPods or Apple Watches, by connecting them via a USB-C cable. Additionally, the port supports external storage, enabling users to manage files through the Files app or record ProRes video directly to compatible external drives on high-end models.
USB-C, a 24-pin reversible connector introduced by the USB Implementers Forum, has become an industry standard due to its ability to handle fast data transfers, power delivery, and video output across various devices.
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] iPhone 15 and newer models can deliver up to 4.5W of power via the USB-C port to charge other devices. www.macworld.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] iPhone models with USB-C ports support external storage devices like USB sticks and hard drives. www.macworld.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] High-end iPhone models can record ProRes video directly to compatible external storage via USB-C. www.macworld.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] USB-C is a 24-pin, reversible connector introduced by the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF). www.activenoon.com