It’s been a long time coming.
But a regulation passed in 2022 in the EU that required all devices sold there to be compatible with USB-C probably made Apple switch to the standardized port a lot quicker.
However, it’s not like Apple wasn’t already in bed with the port, since it uses USB-C on their excellent iPads, MacBooks, and now, even the AirPods Pro 2 charging case. The switch does mean it may lose out on the revenue from MFI certification for Lighting cables, and USB-C cables are commonplace and cheap. Still, having less cable clutter can only be good for the environment.
And interestingly enough, Apple talked a great deal about the environment in its keynote, particularly about how the new Apple Watch Series 9 will be carbon neutral, and how it uses 75% recycled aluminium in the iPhone 15 enclosure, as well as 100% recycled cobalt and copper. It’s all part of Apple’s aim to have every product be carbon neutral by 2030.
Of course, you’re probably curious about the new iPhones, so her…
