Broken by Design
With the release of the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro, the rumors have finally been confirmed. However, the switch to USB-C comes with some unexpected consequences.
According to recent reports, Apple has implemented encryption on the USB-C port of their devices.
The latest iOS update encrypts the USB-C port of iPads and Macs, causing restrictions for non-certified accessories. This means that in the future, only certified accessories will have full access to the USB-C port, potentially causing non-certified accessories to not work as intended with the latest iPhones.
Apple’s Move to Control Accessories Sends Shockwaves Through Accessory Maker Community
This move by Apple is seen as a way to monetize accessories used with their devices. The company has been using USB-C instead of Lightning in their MacBook and iPad models for some time, and now they are finally incorporating the change into their smartphones. However, it appears that Apple wants to maintain control over the accessories that can be used with their devices.
This news has sent shockwaves throughout the accessory maker community. Rumors have recently emerged suggesting that the USB-C port and charging cables on the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro will feature a Lightning-like authenticator chip. This chip will ensure that only certified accessories can be used with the latest iPhones.
According to Ming-Chi Kuo, a well-known Apple analyst, the USB-C port on the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus will remain limited to USB 2.0 speeds, the same as Lightning. This means that non-certified accessories may not be able to take full advantage of the USB-C port’s capabilities.