Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has suggested that Apple has no plans to ditch the Lightning port on the iPhone in “the foreseeable future” and could move straight to a portless iPhone that relies exclusively on its MagSafe wireless charging standard instead.

Is iPhone 13 going to be Portless?

USB-C support

No portless iPhone and no iPhone 13 with a USB-C connection. Although the MacBooks, iPad Pro, and iPad Air feature a USB-C port, Apple is likely to stick around with Lightning for another year, as Ming-Chi Kuo reported.

Is Apple removing the charging port?

In 2020, Apple said removing the Lightning port from the iPhone would “create an unprecedented amount of electronic waste” when arguing against European Parliament deliberations on requiring a universal port across mobile devices.

Is Apple dropping lightning?

Apple will retain the Lightning connector on the iPhone for the "foreseeable future," with no intention of switching to USB-C, according to reliable analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.

Is Apple going to USB-C?

All iPhone 13 models will ship with a Lightning to USB-C cable, however this is not enough to meet the EU's latest proposed demands; the actual connector on the phone would need to change too.

The Portless iPhone 13: Let's Talk!

40 related questions found

Will iPhone 13 have Type C?

With the launch of the new iPhone 13 series, Apple replaced the Type-A (standard USB) port with Type-C on the other end of the Lightning charging cable.

Is USB-C the future?

Ultimately not all future USB-C ports will be USB 4, so it's unlikely to solve the problem. There's no way to tell if a USB-C cable supports high current charging or 4.0 data speeds just by looking at it. ... Devices and cables are just as problematic when it comes to supporting “Alternate Modes” and other protocols.

Is iPhone 13 real?

Apple iPhone 13. Apple's iPhone 13 features a ceramic shield front, Super Retina XDR display with True Tone and an A15 Bionic chip. The first design change users will notice is the smaller notch. ... The dimensions of the iPhone 13 are mostly unchanged though they are slightly thicker and heavier than the previous models.

Will iPhone 13 have Lightning?

Does the iPhone 13 have a Lightning port? Yep. ... Just like last year, all the new iPhone 13 models still have a Lightning port (and no 3.5mm headphone jack). You can also charge them wirelessly with a MagSafe or Qi-based wireless charger.

Is iPhone 12 Charger different?

Every iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 comes with a USB-C-to-Lightning cable, and that's pretty much it. So out of the box, those who don't currently have any Apple power adapters will need a USB-C power adapter to charge the iPhone 12 and 13.

Will iPhone 13 have M1?

Apple decided not to go with the M1 chip for the iPhone 13. ... All four versions of the iPhone 13 use the company's new A15 Bionic chip, with the Pro and Pro Max version having an improved chip with an included 5-core GPU for a little extra graphical performance.

Will iPhone 14 have Touch ID?

Kuo: iPhones With Under-Screen Touch ID Now Coming in 2023, Foldable iPhone in 2024. In addition to claiming that iPhone 14 Pro models will feature a hole-punch display design and a 48-megapixel Wide lens for the rear camera system, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo outlined his expectations for future iPhones beyond that.

What iPhone will come out in 2022?

iPhone sizes are changing in 2022, and the 5.4-inch iPhone mini is going away. After lackluster sales, Apple is planning to focus on larger iPhone sizes, and we're expecting to see a 6.1-inch iPhone 14, a 6.1-inch iPhone 14 Pro, a 6.7-inch iPhone 14 Max, and a 6.7-inch iPhone 14 Pro Max.

Can I charge my phone during lightning?

While it is safe to use a cellphone (if it's not plugged into a wall charger, that is) during a thunderstorm, it is not safe to use your landline. Lightning can travel through the phone lines—and if it does, you could be electrocuted.

Why does my iPhone still use lightning?

Apple's MFi program means that if you want to plug anything into an iPhone, be it charger or adapter or accessory, you have to go through Apple. ... Gartenberg summarizes a commonly-held theory here: that Apple is sticking with its proprietary Lightning port on iPhones because they profit from MFi peripherals.

Are iPhones more secure than Android?

Apple's devices and their OS are inseparable, giving them far more control over how they work together. While device features are more restricted than Android phones, the iPhone's integrated design makes security vulnerabilities far less frequent and harder to find.

What will Apple release in 2021?

Apple held an event in April 2021 and introduced AirTags, new iMac models, an updated Apple TV 4K, and refreshed versions of the 11 and 12.9-inch iPad Pro.

How many inches is a iPhone XR?

Display. The iPhone XR display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.06 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).

What will come after Type C?

What is USB4? It's a new specification for a future generation of USB connectivity (think 2021 and beyond). USB4 promises to simplify to one connection type (USB-C) and be capable of up to 40Gbps transfer speed. It's the next step after USB 3.2, which is coming soon.

Is USB-C better than lightning?

Lightning is a better port for the iPhone in any independent analysis. It is thinner and more durable. It isn't as fast as USB-C, but that doesn't matter for the phone. The only reason people want USB-C is because other devices have it and they want to use one cord.

Will USB A become obsolete?

All technology changes, and yes, USB ports will someday disappear. ... The problem is, they're absolutely right: much of the technology we take for granted and rely on today will be replaced by something.

Will iPhone 14 have USB-C?

In our iPhone 14 guide, there isn't for now a single rumor suggesting Apple will switch to USB-C. On the other hand, a portless iPhone seems more like it. ... This iPhone would not feature a Lightning port, and instead be completely wireless. This was once rumored to come in 2021, but that does not appear to be happening.

Can I use my old iPhone charger for iPhone 13?

A simple and straight answer would be: Yes, you can charge your iPhone 13 with an old charger, however, the only problem that can serve as a hindrance to achieving this is if the charger is too old, a model, to support the iPhone 13 series.

Is iPhone 14 coming out?

Buy the upcoming Apple iPhone 14 that will be launched in India on October 31, 2022 (Expected) at Rs 79,900. The mobile is expected to come with an immersive 6.1 inches (15.49 cm) display that will have a resolution of 1170 x 2532 Pixels so that you can enjoy watching videos or playing games with a crystal clear view.