iPhone 15 is expected to have a USB Type-C port instead of a Lightning port

 Apple is expected to release the iPhone 14 series in September, with four variants expected to be available, excluding the small version. Except for the unique punch-hole cutout design on the Pro versions, the models will look almost identical to their predecessors. Despite this, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo claims that the iPhone 15 series will be the first to use the USB Type-C connection rather than the Lightning cable. Supply chain sources are cited by the analyst.

We're convinced that the future iPhone 15 series will include a USB Type-C port instead of lightning for charging, based on Ming-Chi Kuo's track record with Apple leaks. Customers would benefit greatly from this change because it will allow them to charge all of their gadgets with a single wire.

iPhone 15: Shifts to USB Type-C port

Apple could eventually switch to a USB Type-C port with the iPhone 15 series next year, according to noted Apple expert Ming-Chi Kuo. It's worth noting, though, that this isn't the first time Apple has been rumoured to switch to a USB Type-C port for iPhones, with claims circulating since 2017. Kuo has forecast the transition on several occasions.

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My latest survey indicates that 2H23 new iPhone will abandon Lightning port and switch to USB-C port. USB-C could improve iPhone's transfer and charging speed in hardware designs, but the final spec details still depend on iOS support.

— 郭明錤 (Ming-Chi Kuo) (@mingchikuo) May 11, 2022

We're hoping for a USB Type-C port on the iPhone 7 next year, as it eliminates the need for numerous charging cords. If the rumours are true, the iPhone 14 will be the final iPhone with Lightning support. For those who aren't aware, Apple's premium gadgets, such as the iPads, now use USB-C. This update will result in faster charging and greater compatibility with Apple's USB-C products.

Key Specs

• Apple iPhone 15
• Apple A14 Bionic | 8 GB
• 6.1 inches 
• 12 MP + 12 MP 
• 12 MP
• 4200 mAh