Forced by the European Union to abandon its Lightning format for the USB-C standard, Apple did not do things by halves, even if the manufacturer still retains its little protectionist tendencies.
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For example on the positive side, USB now allows the iPhone 15 to charge accessories like the Apple Watch or AirPods, a function previously impossible with Lightning. A possibility that makes sense since USB-C Mac computers have been able to charge Apple mobile products for a long time. A habit that we will now be able to get into with the iPhone. Practical when you are far from home and without electricity nearby.
USB-C Apple, on the other hand…
But let's also mention the dark side, like the inability to buy a USB charging case for the AirPods Pro 2 that you already own. If you want to switch to USB for your headphones, you will have to get the “new” AirPods Pro 2 accompanied by the updated case. A little disappointing when you know that these headphones are almost identical to the previous version, only adding dust resistance and a few additional tip sizes.
