USB-C cable included with iPhone 15 may be limited to USB 2.0 speeds

As we approach the Apple event in three weeks, more leaks are emerging about the upcoming iPhone 15 lineup. One of the rumors that caught our attention was the possibility of Thunderbolt support for some of the models, which would enable faster data transfers than ever before.

However, a new report contradicts this claim and says that the USB-C cable that comes with the new iPhones will only support USB 2.0 speeds.

HIGHLIGHTS

• iPhone 15 and USB-C.
• Data transfer speed.
• USB 2.0 or Thunderbolt.

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iPhone 15 and USB-C

One of the most anticipated features of the iPhone 15 is the switch from Lightning to USB-C. This would bring many advantages to iPhone users, such as wider compatibility with other devices, faster charging, and higher data transfer rates.

However, the details of how USB-C will work on the iPhone 15 are still unclear. A recent leak showed some photos of the USB-C connectors that will supposedly be used in the new iPhones. These connectors have a special chip called Retimer, which is also used in Thunderbolt devices. This chip could enable the iPhone 15 to support Thunderbolt speeds of up to 40 Gbps.

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In the past few weeks, some photos of braided USB-C cables supposedly produced by Apple have surfaced online. These cables are 1.5 meters long and come in different colors, such as blue, pink, and yellow. Researcher Majin Bu has revealed more information about these cables, and it might disappoint some iPhone 15 enthusiasts.

Data transfer speed

Majin Bu, a reliable source of Apple leaks, has revealed some details about the USB-C cables that will come with the new iPhones. According to him, the cables are longer and thicker than the current Lightning ones, which should make them more resistant to wear and tear. However, he also says that the cables are not USB 3.0, but USB 2.0 with a USB-C connector.

This means that the data transfer speed of the cables will be the same as the Lightning ones, which is 480 Mbps at most. This could disappoint some users who expected faster data transfer with the new connector. However, there may be other factors that affect the data transfer speed, such as the software or the hardware of the devices.

New iPhone 15 USB C Cable Info Confirmed
1.6M long
16Pins
Thicker and more resistant
USB 2.0 20V3A
No MFI pic.twitter.com/WV4unodWPg

— Majin Bu (@MajinBuOfficial) August 23, 2023

USB 2.0 or Thunderbolt

Apple might reserve Thunderbolt for the iPhone 15 Pro, according to ChargerLAB. The site claims to have found a Thunderbolt chip in the phone's USB-C connector, which would enable faster data transfer and charging. However, this feature could be exclusive to the Pro models, as Apple has done with the iPad Pro. The iPad Air only supports USB-C 3.1, while the iPad 10 has a USB-C connector but uses USB 2.0 speeds.

Another scenario is that every iPhone 15 model will have Thunderbolt compatibility, but Apple will charge extra for Thunderbolt cables. Thunderbolt cables usually cost more than standard USB-C cables. For example, Apple offers a 0.8-meter Thunderbolt 3 cable for $39, while its 1.8-meter Thunderbolt 4 cable is priced at $129.

A different scenario is that these cables that appeared on the internet were not intended for the iPhone but for new versions of the Magic Mouse and Magic Keyboard with a USB-C port. Therefore, they don't need to support USB 3.0 speeds or even Thunderbolt. After all, the colors of the leaked cables match the M1 iMac.

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The mystery of the USB-C cable is intriguing, but we may get some clarity on September 12 or 13, when Apple is expected to host a special media event to unveil the iPhone 15.

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