The iPhone 15 is expected to be the first iPhone to change the port to USB-C for faster data transfer. But from the latest leaked information, it may not be what everyone thinks.
A Weibo leak has reported that Apple plans to insert a genuine chip into the USB-C port of all iPhone 15 models, similar to the one used for the Lightning port, which will increase the selling price of the iPhone 15 accessories. higher, including this chip may be used to limit certain functions as well
This chip was first used with the Lightning port in 2012 to verify the authenticity of connected accessories. If it’s not a real call, the system will show a notification window that it’s not a true call. Including performance will be limited, such as limiting the speed of data transmission. Limit the charging current to less than the original cable.
Devices that pass Apple’s certification standards are marked with the ‘MFi’ (Made for iPhone/iPad) mark, but manufacturers will pay a $4 licensing fee for each accessory.
Of course, industry insiders have long disagreed with this, as Apple’s monetization of the MFi program means there’s no transition to USB-C on the iPhone, just using the chip for the USB-C port. C, it will continue to comply with the new law. But it still makes money from the MFi program.
Source https://www.forbes.com/sites/gordonkelly/2023/02/12/apple-iphone-15-pro-max-ultra-usb-c-usbc-charging-2023-iphone-upgrade-leak/ ?sh=4271a9fe1799