With USB-C, iPhones can accomplish a whole lot more than what was possible with the decade-old Lightning port. Here are all the details.

3 Exciting Features of iPhone 15 Series Enabled By USB-C

Before the release of the iPhone 15 series, there was uncertainty among people whether Apple would impose restrictions on the USB-C port, such as using proprietary cables or restricting data copying. However, now that the phones are finally available in the market, we can say that Apple has not introduced such restrictions – which is part of Apple’s proverbial “walled garden”.

Now let’s take a look at three things you can do using the USB-C port on the new iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro models that weren’t possible before.

Fast fixed internet connection

Thanks to the USB-C port, users can connect a USB-C to Ethernet adapter and an Ethernet internet cable from their router to enjoy a fast and reliable fixed connection. Apple provides information about this in its support document, which can be found here. So even if you don’t have a Wi-Fi connection, you can connect an Ethernet cable directly to your iPhone and start enjoying a high-speed Internet connection.

Connect USB-C-based accessories and displays

The USB-C port now allows users to connect a variety of devices directly to the iPhone — including cameras, SSDs, and even displays. As for SSDs, you can easily transfer data by copying and pasting directly to the SSD. Apple even lets you record ProRes LOG in 4K 60p video directly to the SSD, reducing the risk of the internal storage quickly filling up.

Additionally, when you connect to a supported display’s display port, you can mirror your iPhone’s screen. With iPhone 15 Pro supporting AAA games, you can even play games like Resident Evil Village on the screen simply by connecting a USB-C cable that supports display port.

Charge AirPods, Apple Watch and more

The iPhone 15 series can charge other devices, including the new USB-C AirPods Pro, Apple Watches, and even other iPhones using the USB-C connector. This feature can be especially useful since iPhones don’t support reverse wireless charging like some other flagship phones like Samsung’s S23 series. Fast charging of accessories such as AirPods Pro can prove to be quite convenient.