The Apple iPhone 15 series was launched recently at the Wonderlust launch event. The lineup includes a base iPhone 15, an iPhone 15 Plus, an iPhone 15 Pro, and an iPhone 15 Pro Max. All the handsets come with USB Type-C port connectivity support. This marks the first time all Apple devices have dropped their exclusive Lightning connector in favor of the standard USB Type-C ports.
This will allow the iPhones to be charged faster than before. It will also allow them to take advantage of higher data transfer speeds offered by USB Type-C. In addition, the USB-C ports will enable them to support 4K video output from a display or a Dock. The iPhone 15 Series also supports USB Power Delivery, which provides up to 29W of charging power.
It might sound like a nuisance for those still with many Lightning cables, but this move will help simplify consumers’ lives. It will allow iPhones to be charged by any other cable, including ones compatible with Lightning, as long as they adhere to the USB-PD (Power Delivery) specification. It will also enable users to charge their phones with any wireless charger, reducing the number of accessories that need to be purchased.
Moreover, it will allow users to connect their iPhones to a single HDMI cable and enjoy 4K at 60fps HDR video output, as well as connect their phone to a compatible computer or monitor using a USB-C to HDMI adapter. The only caveat is that Apple will need to launch a new version of its Mac computers and iPad Pro to take advantage of the USB-C ports fully.
To achieve this, Apple must update the existing MacBooks and iPad Pros in months. It will also need to launch a new Apple TV with a USB-C port, as the current model only has a Lightning port for charging and data transfers.
Mark Gurman of Bloomberg suggests that the company will launch a new set of USB-C cables at its retail stores worldwide this week to meet the demand for the iPhone 15 Series. This could include a new set of braided cables and a USB-C to Lightning adapter, which will cost around $19.
The new iPhone 15 series has been designed with thinner edges and a better screen than its predecessors. This is possible thanks to a manufacturing technique called LIPO, or Low Injection Pressure Overmolding. This will help reduce the thickness of the device without sacrificing its durability. It will also have a customizable action button and a more powerful chip. In addition, it will support augmented reality applications through the built-in camera. All these features make the new iPhones more attractive than their predecessors. The new iPhones will be available for pre-order on Friday and will start shipping on September 22.
