IPhone 15 Equipped With USB-C Port: Higher Flexibility And Various Accessorie Support

IPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus with USB-C port (photo: x @Hikaru_Sim ·)

JAKARTA - Apple has finally released the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus with a USB-C port, replacing the old used Lightning port. This change brings a number of advantages, especially in terms of connectivity and data transfer speed.

The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max models even support USB-3 speeds, which allow data transfer of up to 10 Gbps. Here are some of the advantages offered by the USB-C port on the iPhone 15:

With the presence of a USB-C port, users can now use one cable to charge all Apple devices, such as the latest iPad, MacBook, and AirPods Pro. This provides convenience and reduces the need to carry various types of cables. The iPhone 15 supports fast charging with a power adapter of 20 watts or 30 watts, and can even be filled with a larger power adapter like MacBook's, with automatic power management by the iPhone.

Another advantage of USB-C on the iPhone 15 is its ability to charge other devices. The iPhone 15 can power up to 4.5 watts through a USB-C port, enough to charge accessories like AirPods or even other iPhones. While the power being channeled is not too large, this feature is very useful when the user is in an emergency.

USB-C port allows the iPhone 15 to connect directly to external screens, such as 4K monitors or projectors, without the need for additional adapters. By using a USB-C cable to HDMI, users can display content from iPhone to larger screens, making it ideal for presentations or movie viewing. For gamers, the A17 Pro chip powered iPhone 15 Pro allows the high-quality gaming experience on large screens by connecting Xbox or PlayStation controllers.

Users can now connect external hard drives or SD card readers directly to the iPhone 15 to expand local storage. This is very useful for photographers who want to move photos from the camera to the iPhone to be edited or shared quickly. The iPhone 15 Pro even supports ProRes 6K 60 FPS video recording directly to external storage via a USB-3 cable, which greatly saves internal storage space.

USB-C ports also allow the iPhone 15 to connect to various other accessories such as physical keyboards, USB-C microphones, and Ethernet adapters for cable internet connections. With higher flexibility, users can convert iPhones into portable work devices or content production tools while traveling.

For users who still prefer to use labeled headphones, the iPhone 15 supports USB-C headphones, including the latest EarPods from Apple. Now, one pair of headphones can be used on iPhones, iPads, and MacBooks, making the listening experience more uniform and comfortable.

The USB-C port on the iPhone 15 is also compatible with a multi-port hub that allows users to connect multiple devices at once. For example, Anker's 5-in-1 hub can be used to connect iPhones to external screens, USB devices, and resources simultaneously. However, users need to consider power that can be channeled by the iPhone, which is limited to 4.5 watts, thus perhaps requiring additional resources for more power-hungry devices.

With the replacement to USB-C, Apple provides greater flexibility and convenience for iPhone 15 users. While this change may require adaptation, especially for users who are familiar with the Lightning ecosystem, the benefits offered by USB-C are much larger. From universal charging to support for various accessories, the iPhone 15 is ready to provide a more versatile and efficient experience for users