2019 iPhones stuck with Lightning, slow 5-watt charging block say industry sources
While the rest of the mobile industry has been promoting speedier charging with fast adapters right in the box, Apple may still be stuck in the slow lane.
Apple isn’t bundling new iPad Pro with headphone jack dongle
With the shift from Lightning to USB-C, Apple has decided that its customers who are already paying more than $799 for a tablet can pay more for a dongle.
Because it will take forever and a day to charge. Actually, even if it’s a legit charger that properly fast charges according to USB rules, it may not work.
Apple’s USB-C to Lightning cable discounted to $19
Sure, it’s only down $6, but that’s more than 25 percent and it’s all in the context of how you might charge your iPhone if you buy a new one this fall.
Renders pop-up of European USB-C adapter for 2018 iPhones
Previously, designs have popped up for American plugs with USB-C connectors. All together, this will make charging speeds of up to more than three times faster than the current adapter possible.
Sony’s new USB-C headphone dongle (with extra charge port) provides bare convenience
Sure, you can listen to music with a standard pair of cans AND charge your phone at the same time, but you can’t charge it quickly nor transfer data to your phone.
Will Sony Xperia XZ Pro lose headphone jack? Dongle pictured in FCC docs
Users of smartphones without headphone jacks have complained about not being able to charge and listen to music at the same time. Sony may finally give a damn about their concerns.
