According to the latest claim shared by Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the Lightning port on Apple devices can be completely canceled. Recently, different equipment such as AirPods, MagSafe chargers are added to the reports that only the inputs on iPhones will change.
The tech giant’s proprietary charging standard may have to be shelved from 2023. A new one has been added to the leaks that previously showed that the Lightning port on iPhones will be converted to USB-C. According to Ming-Chi Kuo, it’s the end of the road for the Lightning entry.
When will Apple cancel the Lightning port?
Apple has included Lightning input on iPhone models for many years. However, according to the information released, the countdown has begun for iPhone models with USB-C input. But Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo believes it won’t be limited to iPhone devices.
Ming-Chi Kuo has Apple’s other Lightning port claimed that its products will also switch to USB-C. Popular Apple products currently using Lightning include AirPods, MagSafe chargers, and Apple’s accessories like mice and keyboards.
Ming-Chi Kuo simply said “in the foreseeable future” without saying when Apple will release the Lightning port. However, previous reports had revealed that iPhones will use Lightning by 2023 at the earliest.
Apple may phase out Lightning gradually, but it makes more sense to move its entire product line to USB-C at once.
The reason why Apple has been using Lightning, an older port than USB-C for years, is actually unknown. However, it should not be ignored that it charges a certificate fee from third-party peripheral manufacturers who want to use this port.
USB-C port, on the other hand, is not registered by any technology company, all rights are held by the USB-IF foundation. In other words, Apple, which has switched to USB-C, will not be able to charge any fees from third-party peripheral manufacturers.
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