Apple plans to include a “Made for iPhone” authenticator chip in this year’s iPhone, the first expected to come with a USB-C port. That could mean owners won’t be able to use any third-party USB-C cable to charge their phones or transfer data at optimal speeds.
Apple could potentially limit the usefulness of third-party USB-C cables and other peripherals with its upcoming iPhone, according to a report fromIn a post on Weibo, the leaker said an iPhone client told them that Apple is making a USB-C authenticator chip, which will feature in the ports of this year’s iPhone and MFi-certified devices.
Companies outside of Apple that want to make Lightning-based peripherals with MFi certification must first pay a $99 annual membership fee, excluding taxes. Without MFi certification, a third-party Lightning cable won’t be able to charge an iPhone as fast as Apple’s advertised speeds. It might also result in the iPhone presenting a “This accessory is not supported” warning.
One of the primary consumer benefits of switching to USB-C would be that iPhone owners can use the same cord they would for charging other devices.
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