We already know that Apple is shifting to the USB Type-C standard for its upcoming iPhone 15 lineup. However, it is not all good news, as the company appears to be making sure that only a certified data cable will be properly supported.
Apple iPhone 15 USB-C will be limited in functionality
For those unaware, the Cupertino based giant is shifting to USB-C over its existing Lightning port to comply with the new regulations from the European Union. Now, known tipster Majin Bu shared a bunch of images that reveal certain charging components of the upcoming iPhone 15. Looking at the images, a new chipset can be seen, which is labeled as the 3LD3 chip.
The component will likely allow the upcoming iPhone 15 models to verify and distinguish between an Apple-certified cable and other third-party adapters. Apart from the verification process, the brand may also be planning to limit certain functionalities with this chip. Another known tipster ShrimpApplePro claimed that the third-party cables will have limitations in data and charging speeds.
In other words, non-certified cables won’t offer the full benefits of the new port changes. Apple is expected to launch the new iPhone 15 series next month, with the new A17 Bionic, thinner bezels, titanium frame, and a heftier price tag. So stick around for more as we will be providing updates when additional information is available regarding this matter.
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