Apple-certified cords and accessories may have certain functions on iPhone 15 USB-C port

Apple is likely to replace the Lightning connector on the iPhone 15 with a USB-C connection to comply with EU regulations.

iPhone 15 USB-C Port

However, just because the iPhone uses the same connection as other devices does not indicate that all port functions will be accessible to every accessory or charger you put into it.

Apple has produced a Lightning-compatible integrated circuit board for the iPhone 15's USB-C connection, according to a Weibo user's shaky claim.

This means firmware will restrict how the USB-C port interacts with its contents. Despite the connection design change, Apple may maintain an exclusive Made-for-iPhone Lightning ecosystem.

Apple deserves a pass. Apple-certified peripherals may use the iPad's USB-C connector, Apple TV remote, and Macs' Thunderbolt connections.

If the report is true, the iPhone's connector will allow ordinary USB-C cables and typical speed charging. Certified cables and peripherals provide high-speed data transmission and high-wattage quick charging.

It may be more altruistic. The Lightning circuit board may enable millions of Lightning accessories to function with the iPhone 15 with an adapter.

Apple will unveil the iPhone 15 in September during a media event. The cheaper iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus are said to contain a conventional USB-C connector with USB-2 data transfer capabilities. Thunderbolt 3 over USB-C will enable speedy data transmission and 4K display-out on the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max.