X-ray of Apple's iPhone 7 Lightning headphone adapter finds mystery circuit, likely for DAC

Apple's new Lightning to 3.5-millimeter headphone adapter — bundled with every new iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus, and also sold separately for $9 — features a unique integrated circuit, the purpose of which cannot be verified, but has likely been deduced.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 16

Apple releases iOS 10.0.2 update fixing Lightning EarPods bug, Photos crashes, app extension issues

Apple on Friday pushed out a minor update for its newly released iOS 10 platform, squashing a handful of bugs for iPhone and iPad users, most notably one related to controls on Lightning-connected headphones.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 15

Watch: Apple's Lightning EarPods sound better than legacy 3.5mm headphone jack

As Apple attempts to move beyond the headphone jack, its replacement wired audio input source, Lightning, offers a number of benefits over the legacy 3.5-millimeter technology. AppleInsider shows you how Lightning is truly a step forward for audio quality.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 40

First look: Audeze iSine 10 in-ear planar magnetic phones with Apple Lightning connector

Just in time for the release of the headphone-jack-less iPhone 7, Audeze gave AppleInsider a hands-on sneak peek at their upcoming Lightning-connected iSine headphones, the word's first-ever planar magnetic in-ear buds.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 23

Watch: Hands-on with Apple's AirPods wireless headphones

The future will be wireless. At least, that's what Apple's hoping to be the case, after the company not only ditched the 3.5-millimeter headphone jack, but also unveiled a new pair of completely wireless earbuds called AirPods. AppleInsider offers a closer look with this hands-on video.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 29

Belkin announces simultaneous Lightning headphone and charging adapter for iPhone 7

The elimination of the 3.5-millimeter headphone jack on the iPhone 7 has caused some users to question how they will charge their handset while listening to music on wired headphones. Accessory maker Belkin has the answer — for $40 extra.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 92

Apple officially ditches headphone jack for Lightning, will include adapter in iPhone 7 box

The iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus will ship not only with a pair of Lightning-connected EarPods, but also a legacy headphone adapter in the box, Apple announced on Wednesday.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 112

What to expect from today's Apple event: 'iPhone 7,' Apple Watch with GPS, more

Today Apple will hold its now-annual September event where it is expected to unveil new products, most notably its next iPhone. Here everything insiders need to know about the highly anticipated announcements.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 31

Apple's 'iPhone 7' to boast True Tone display, upgraded camera flash, capacities of 32-256GB

At this week's media event, Apple is expected to introduce a new iPhone featuring waterproof capabilities equivalent to the Apple Watch, along with a new wide color True Tone display and other enhancements throughout.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 81

New Beats products to be announced at Apple's Sept. 7 'iPhone 7' event

In addition to the next-generation iPhone and a new Apple Watch, Apple is also expected to unveil new products under the Beats brand at next week's media presentation, an inadvertently sent email has revealed.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 33

Alleged 'iPhone 7' packaging reaffirms 32GB model, Lightning to Headphone Jack Adapter in the box

With just a week to go before Apple's Sept. 7 event, yet another packaging insert claimed to be for the "iPhone 7" reveals a return to the 32-gigabyte capacity, and also reaffirms that a Lightning to Headphone Jack Adapter will be included in the box.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 16

Purported 'iPhone 7 Plus' packaging shows Lightning to Headphone Jack Adapter in box, 256GB storage

An insert claimed to be for Apple's anticipated "iPhone 7 Plus" would — if legitimate — not only confirm the product's name, but also reveal that it will come with a Lightning to Headphone Jack Adapter in the box.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 83

Intel pushes USB-C as 3.5mm jack replacement, touts better sound, thinness & power management

The seemingly inevitable demise of the legacy 3.5-millimeter headphone jack has placed the technology world in need of a successor, and Intel this week laid out its case as to why it thinks the reversible USB-C port is the best option for accessory makers.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 70

Cirrus Logic unveils Apple-authorized Lightning headphone development kit

With rumors strongly suggesting Apple's next-generation iPhone will lack a traditional headphone jack, supplier Cirrus Logic this week announced the release of a new development kit that will enable companies to make Made for iPhone-certified Lightning headphones.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 14

Alleged 'iPhone 7' chassis shows symmetrical speakers, lacks 3.5mm headphone jack

Yet another leaked "iPhone 7" part suggests that Apple will use the space previously occupied by the 3.5-millimeter headphone jack to feature a symmetrical speaker design at the bottom of the device.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 59

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