“Apple plans to adapt the iPhone plug to USB-C” | Financial

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The US technology group is also said to be working on an adapter that would allow charging of future accessories designed for the current Lightning socket. There has been a lot of talk about the Lightning plug, because only Apple uses this plug.

Apple is said to be working on the change because the European Union decided in April that manufacturers of mobile phones and other devices can only use USB-C output. Apple claims the European decision will stand in the way of innovation.

Nowadays, most Apple products, such as iPads and iMacs, already have a USB-C connector instead of the Lightning version. This also means that Apple users need multiple chargers. This is while Apple puts ease of use first.

The mains plug is not expected to change until 2023. Apple still plans to use the existing plugs for the new iPhone models released this year. Apple declined to comment on the letter.

Experts say the change could confuse Apple customers. For example, the USB version of the iPhone especially for Europe may be inconvenient and cause headaches in the supply chain. It is also not yet clear whether the new charger will be standard with the products or whether customers will have to pay extra fees for it.

Although USB chargers are slightly larger than the Lightning variant, they can charge and transfer data faster. He will soon be able to use the new Apple chargers with countless other devices, such as Android phones and tablets. But the majority of Apple accessories, such as earbuds, AirPods, and the Apple Remote, now require a Lightning charger.

The change could also affect the partnership between Apple and the iPhone manufacturer’s accessory makers. These manufacturers still have to meet strict requirements to be able to use the Lightning port, and they also have to pay for it. Apple is expected to exert much less influence on the USB-C output, which many electronics manufacturers use.