Apple’s latest iPhone 15 lineup features a USB-C port for the first time, replacing the proprietary Lightning port that has been used on iPhones since 2012. The USB-C port is a welcome addition, as it makes the iPhone more versatile and compatible with other devices. However, the USB-C in iPhones does more than just charging, says Apple.
According to a support document released by Apple, all iPhone 15 series’ phones support multiple functions, including charging, data transfer, external display output, and accessory connectivity. The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max also support additional USB-C features, such as fast USB 3.2 Gen 2 speeds up to 10Gbit per second, when using an optional USB 3 cable. The USB-C port on the iPhone 15 supports following functions, including:
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Charging: The USB-C port supports fast charging with a compatible charger. “If you have a 20W USB-C power adapter or higher-wattage USB-C power adapter — like the one that came with your Mac laptop — you can use it with your iPhone for faster charging. You can also charge your iPhone by connecting it to the USB-C port on your computer,” says Apple.
Data transfer: You can use the USB-C port to transfer data between your iPhone and a computer or other device. Your iPhone will charge while connected to these devices.
External display output: You can use a USB-C to HDMI adapter to connect your iPhone to an external display, such as a monitor or TV. “When you connect an external display, it shows what you see on the built-in display of your iPhone, unless you’re using an app that has a second-screen experience (such as a video app).”
Accessory connectivity: You can use the USB-C port to connect a variety of accessories to your iPhone, such as external storage devices, CarPlay compatible cars, monitors and external displays, microphones, external battery packs, USB to Ethernet adapters and SD cards using SD card adapters.
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