What else can we expect from the new iPhone 15? We’ll likely see the same lineup: the iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max. And if you use a MagSafe charger or other compatible charging mat, it will still work with the new iPhone. If you own other Apple products, such as an iPad, Apple Watch or MacBook Air and MacBook Pro, these already charge with a USB-C connection. You likely already have a cable and charging device that will be compatible with the new iPhone, which is more convenient for you, especially when traveling, and better for the environment because you won’t have to buy different types of cables. ![]() USB-C connections are found on many devices, including all Android phones, many laptops, the Nintendo Switch and newer Xbox Series X/S controllers, external hard drivers, cameras, headphones, power banks, printers and more. But the change shouldn’t be too bad this time. ![]() Those with a long enough memory are sure to feel a sense of déjà vu when Apple once again changes its charging port to a USB-C port. That meant new docking stations, whether simple stand-up models or pricier Dock speaker systems, had to be replaced, new charging cables and new phone cases that fit the new port configuration. However, any accessories that used the old pin connector no longer worked with the new model. The port was smaller, more durable and you could plug the cable into the phone either way, so no more flipping it over when your phone didn’t start charging. Despite technical advantages, many customers were upset. The only way around this will be the upcoming iPhone Media Cradle - which is bloody expensive.You may remember when Apple made the move from its 30-pin Dock connector (a mainstay of the iPhone for a decade) to the Lightning port, an Apple-only connection and a new cable type. Nothing else.Īnyone who is getting play controls with a BMW Y-Cable and a Lightning Adapter (Like Alik) will probably find that they don't actually need the Y-Cable and it will work just fine with a standard Apple Lightning Cable. Net result is that the USB half of the Y-Cable is now only being utilised to charge your iPhone. That's called "iPod Out" and the Lightning Connector doesn't support it. It sends Analog Audio out through the 3.5mm jack - which still works - and all of the controls and track info/access to the iPhone's OS is done via the USB half of the Y-Cable. The problem comes when you have an older model car/system that uses the Y-Cable. (The audio is transferred from the iPhone to the car in a digital stream that is then converted to audio on-board, along with all of the track info and play controls.) What this means is that if you have a newer car that doesn't need the Y-Cable and works with just a standard white Apple Cable then you will be fine with a standard Lightning Cable - full iPod integration. It still does Analogue Audio and Direct Digital connections though. When Apple changed to the Lightning connector they dropped the "iPod out" protocol. ![]() Update: Found this thread, where a guy with the same device reports success. Maybe will work as it's using 2 different bluetooth protocols (A2DP, phone/handsfree).Īnyway, let's wait for you to be the guinea pig, let us know how it goes! The only issue I see is the phone connecting to 2 bluetooth devices simultaneously (car for phone, and this device for audio), not sure if that is possible. ![]() I'm interested in this device as well, if only to play music via bluetooth instead of the annoying cable. The only issue, is that as the iPhone 5 doesn't physically connect to the y-cable, it does get changed, so you need cigarette usb changer to change the actual phone. I believe the track info and steering wheel controls then still work, and when calls come in or out, the music still gets muted etc. I waiting for the bluetooth dongle i ordered to connect to the existing y-cable, then the iphone5 connects via bluetooth to that, and also connects to the car stereo's bluetooth for calls.
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