Last Updated: September 18, 2023, 18:25 IST
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Apple will bring more devices to USB C in 2024
Apple launched the iPhone 15 series with USB-C charging and the company is ready to bring more devices to the charging standard next year.
Apple now offers USB-C charging for iPad and iPhone users along with the new AirPods Pro 2nd gen launched this month. But the company is ready to fully embrace the charging tech and bring more products like the premium AirPods Max and even the Magic Mouse with a USB C charging port.
As per the Bloomberg report, the company will have the new offerings launching sometime next year, and this month’s product lineup is merely holding up the space before the new-gen devices are announced.
Mark Gurman from Bloomberg with his regular Apple updates has talked about the company bringing regular AirPods with USB-C and also refreshing the Magic accessories, which include the mouse and keyboard. All these devices could then be compatible with the new-gen iMac.
Apple’s USB-C strategy is varied based on which iPhone 15 series model you buy this year. The vanilla and Plus iPhone 15 supports USB C 2.0 standard, while the iPhone 15 Pros come with USB C 3.2 standard which is not only faster but also powerful enough to let you connect the iPhone to an external display and offer 4K screen resolution.
The company has also said that moving to USB-C on iPhone is not only going to be a standard upgrade but now you also get to use regular USB-C cables with Power Delivery (PD) to charge the iPhone 15 models or even quickly juice up the AirPods or Apple Watch.
The decision to relaunch the AirPods Pro 2nd gen with a USB C port makes business sense, but many people feel that the company should have also introduced a USB-C charging case so that you don’t need to pay Rs 24,900 for the full upgrade.
The iPhone 15 series does not get faster charging speeds because of adopting a USB-C port, but we’re hopeful that Apple will eventually offer more than 20W charging speed on its iPhones worth more than Rs 1.5 lakh these days.
**Apple Set To Adopt USB-C Charging For AirPods Max And Magic Mouse By 2024**
According to reports from Bloomberg, Apple is planning to introduce USB-C charging for its products. The company has already started offering USB-C charging for iPad and iPhone users, as well as the recently launched AirPods Pro 2nd gen. However, Apple is now ready to embrace this charging technology fully and is expected to bring more devices, including the premium AirPods Max and the Magic Mouse, with USB-C charging ports. The new offerings are expected to be launched next year.
Apple’s USB-C strategy varies depending on which model of the iPhone 15 series you buy. The vanilla and Plus iPhone 15 models support USB-C 2.0 standard, while the iPhone 15 Pros come with USB-C 3.2 standard, which not only offers faster charging but also allows you to connect the iPhone to an external display with 4K screen resolution.
The decision to relaunch the AirPods Pro 2nd gen with a USB-C port is seen as a smart business move. However, some people feel that Apple should have also introduced a USB-C charging case instead of requiring customers to pay for a full upgrade. It remains to be seen if Apple will eventually offer faster charging speeds for its iPhones in the future.
**Unique Perspective**
Apple’s adoption of USB-C charging for its devices is a significant move towards standardizing charging technology across its product lineup. This change will not only simplify the charging experience for Apple users but also promote compatibility with other USB-C devices. Additionally, USB-C technology offers faster charging speeds, which is a highly desirable feature for modern consumers who rely on their devices throughout the day. This transition to USB-C showcases Apple’s commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements in the industry.
