The Limitations of USB-C on the iPhone 15: Exploring Apple's Alternative Options
This video discusses why the speaker doesn't want a USB-C port on the iPhone 15 and suggests alternatives for data transfer, highlighting Apple's reluctance to adopt USB-C.
00:00:00 In this video, the speaker discusses why they don't want a USB-C port on the iPhone 15. They believe it would be a disappointment based on their experiences with the iPad. They speculate on Apple's plans for the lightning port on the iPhone 14.
📱 Many tech reviewers are excited about the iPhone potentially getting a USB-C port, but I disagree and don't want it on my iPhone.
⚡️ Apple has been transitioning to USB-C on other devices, but the transfer speeds on the new iPads were disappointing, showing that Apple may not be telling the whole truth.
🔌 The EU's new law about universal standards prompted the discussion of ditching the Lightning port on iPhones, but Apple may have alternative plans for the future.
00:01:41 Despite the need for faster transfer speeds in iPhones, Apple has not introduced USB-C, frustrating users. Apple promotes using Airdrop or upgrading iCloud storage instead of addressing the issue.
📱 The iPhone 15 does not have USB-C, despite the need for faster transfer speeds with large files.
💻 Apple recommends using AirDrop or upgrading iCloud storage to handle large file transfers.
🔌 The iPad Pro from 2015 had faster USB transfer speeds than the current iPhone models.
00:03:19 The video discusses why the speaker does not want a USB-C port on the iPhone 15, citing limitations and Apple's interest in selling iCloud storage and promoting its ecosystem.
💡 Apple limits the USB-C port to maintain slow data transfer speed and incentivize users to buy iCloud storage and use Airdrop.
⚡ Some users want a USB-C port for faster charging, but even with the iPad, Apple limits the charging speed compared to other devices.
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00:04:58 A critique of Apple's USB-C iPhone 15, highlighting the limitations of Magsafe wireless charging and the desire for faster charging capabilities.
⚡ Wireless charging with magsafe is convenient and affordable with the ESR haloc charger.
🔒 Apple locks out third parties from offering 15W charging capability with magsafe.
🚀 The desire for faster charging similar to OnePlus' 50W chargers.
00:06:38 The upcoming iPhone 15 may not have a USB-C port, as Apple has been exploring a portless design. This is due to an EU law that comes into effect in 2024, and Apple may not implement it worldwide.
🔌 Apple can provide fast charging with its proprietary macsafe technology.
📅 The EU law requiring USB-C for smartphones will not be implemented until the end of 2024.
📱 The iPhone 15 is expected to have solid state buttons instead of physical ones.
00:08:16 This video discusses why the speaker doesn't want a USB-C iPhone 15 and suggests using a smart connector and MagSafe wireless charging for data transfer. It highlights the speed and efficiency of wireless fiber optic light transfer. The speaker also mentions wanting faster AirDrop.
🔌 Apple has a patent for a SMART connector that allows for magnetic attachment and alignment.
⚡ Apple's magsafe wireless charging can pass through data and is faster than the lightning port.
💡 Fiber optic light transfer is much faster than the lightning port, reaching 42 gigabit per second.
00:09:56 Despite its many advantages, Apple seems reluctant to adopt USB-C for its iPhones, as evidenced by their recent choice to stick with the lightning connector on the new AirPods Pro 2. This decision highlights Apple's preference for maintaining control and maximizing profits.
📱 Apple does not want to add USB type-c to their iPhone, as shown by their decision to stick with a lightning connector on their new AirPods Pro 2.
💰 Apple prefers to use methods that they can license and make more money on, rather than complying with EU regulations or adopting USB type-c.
⚡️ The speed of USB type-c and its significance in transferring large raw files from an iPhone to a computer is a concern raised in the video.
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