Apple could be developing a USB-C authenticator chip for iPhone 15

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Bad news for USB-C on iPhone 15

Apple could potentially limit the usefulness of third-party USB-C cables and other peripherals with its upcoming iPhone, according to a report from Chinese tech leaker Mobile Chip Expert.

In a post on Weibo, the leaker said an iPhone client told them that Apple is making a USB-C authenticator chip, which will feature in the ports of this year's iPhone and MFi-certified devices.
 
Apple:
Apple argues that the MFi program protects its customers’ devices from products that could potentially harm their devices due to poor quality control.
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Also Apple:
Apple’s other devices that currently come with USB-C ports — like the iPad — don’t have a proprietary interface that requires MFi-certified USB-C cables to perform optimally.
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Magically how USB devices for iPads and Laptops are fine, but they need big uncle Apple to protect the iPhone. I suppose Apple thinks their customers are as dumb as I think they are.
 
konfab said:
Apple:

Also Apple:


Magically how USB devices for iPads and Laptops are fine, but they need big uncle Apple to protect the iPhone. I suppose Apple thinks their customers are as dumb as I think they are.
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Samsung is like this as well.
The "USB-C" charger port on the phone is incompatible with USB-C cables, yet their latest galaxy buds work fine with USB-C cables.
It shows that USB is a shitty spec and is not helping the consumer.
 
I actually don't mind the anti "right to self-repair" stance Apple seemingly takes. Hahaha, I don't want anyone other than Apple to repair my iPhone 13 Pro, should the need ever arise (hopefully not).

From my experiences, a lot of these places that repair handsets do a poor job at it, thus ruining your smartphone. Also, lots of poor-quality 3rd party hardware which also ruins the smartphone.
 
koeks525 said:
I actually don't mind the anti "right to self-repair" stance Apple seemingly takes. Hahaha, I don't want anyone other than Apple to repair my iPhone 13 Pro, should the need ever arise (hopefully not).

From my experiences, a lot of these places that repair handsets do a poor job at it, thus ruining your smartphone. Also, lots of poor-quality 3rd party hardware which also ruins the smartphone.
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How would apple not having right to repair restrictions prevent you from going to apple exclusively for repairs?
 
B-1 said:
How would apple not having right to repair restrictions prevent you from going to apple exclusively for repairs?
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It does not.

Just commenting that I am happy that Apple makes it harder for other parties to repair (or work on) Apple devices. I have seen some of the measures Apple has in place on their devices and was surprised, and amazed (based on YouTubers trying to open up their iPhones).

When I still had an Android, I took my Android phone in for repair at a 3rd party (not Huawei, as they are the manufacturer), thinking I could get the fix done quick, and within reasonable price... biggest mistake ever! Never again :)
 
koeks525 said:
I actually don't mind the anti "right to self-repair" stance Apple seemingly takes. Hahaha, I don't want anyone other than Apple to repair my iPhone 13 Pro, should the need ever arise (hopefully not).

From my experiences, a lot of these places that repair handsets do a poor job at it, thus ruining your smartphone. Also, lots of poor-quality 3rd party hardware which also ruins the smartphone.
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Except when Apple comes and says "Irreperable,but here's a discount on a new one" while the actual parts and repair are a few bucks in comparison

Louis Rossman has highlighted this often

Context: They actually did this with my Boss so not some random guess
 
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Maybe USB spec is open for interpretation - Bluetooth spec seems to be a lot worse, so many major differences and issues between platforms.
 
xera said:
Maybe USB spec is open for interpretation - Bluetooth spec seems to be a lot worse, so many major differences and issues between platforms.
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There is some room for handshaking and extra features - extra speed charging outside USB-PD for example

But we know Apple's gonna charge a fee to certify things and lock it behind a DRM chip
 
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_TrXtR_ said:
Samsung is like this as well.
The "USB-C" charger port on the phone is incompatible with USB-C cables, yet their latest galaxy buds work fine with USB-C cables.
It shows that USB is a shitty spec and is not helping the consumer.
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Odd,my s22 and s23 ultra charge faster on my generic cables. Even my laptop charger works

Calling bullshit here
 
PsyWulf said:
Odd,my s22 and s23 ultra charge faster on my generic cables. Even my laptop charger works

Calling bullshit here
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You are right.
I made it all up I'm just attention seeking. Good spot.
 
_TrXtR_ said:
Samsung is like this as well.
The "USB-C" charger port on the phone is incompatible with USB-C cables, yet their latest galaxy buds work fine with USB-C cables.
It shows that USB is a shitty spec and is not helping the consumer.
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Huh?
 
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