Nomad USB-C Sport cables and 30W Wall Charger review: Reliable, if uninspired

Joining Nomad's lineup of USB-C accessories are new Sport cables as well as a new 30W wall charger. We check them out to see if they're worth adding to your kit.

Andrew O'Hara 4 years ago 0

Bids for the 'world's first USB-C iPhone' eclipse $85,000 on eBay

An iPhone that has been modified with a USB-C port instead of a Lightning connection is up for auction, and the latest bids have driven the price over $85,000.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 20

Apple adds the fourth-generation iPad to the 'obsolete' device list

Apple now considers the fourth-generation iPad from 2012 an obsolete device, meaning that the tablet is no longer eligible for hardware repairs.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 1

iPhone gets USB-C thanks to creative robotics engineer

An iPhone has been modified to use a USB-C connection instead of Lightning, in a project that hints at what to expect from the often-rumored port changeover.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 31

EU pressing on with USB-C charger legislation on Thursday

The European Commission will soon present a legislative proposal that could institute a common charger for mobile devices in the EU, possibly forcing Apple to ditch Lightning for USB-C.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 31

Apple backpedals on CSAM, Apple Watch delayed & more on This Week in Apple

On this week's "This Week in Apple," we discuss Apple's delay to its CSAM detection initiative, possible delays to some upcoming products, and a Lightning cable that can steal your data.

Andrew O'Hara 4 years ago 3

New malicious Lightning cable can steal user data from a mile away

A new and upgraded version of a malicious Lightning cable that can steal user data and remotely send it to an attacker illustrates the threat of untrusted accessories.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 31

GameSir introduces X2 Lightning iPhone game controller

The X2 Lightning is a split game controller for iPhone with pass-through charging and turbo button.

Wesley Hilliard 4 years ago 1

The best USB-C to Lightning cables released so far

It's been some time since Apple first allowed third-party USB-C to Lightning cables, and there are a ton of options. We've collected and tested a bunch of cables and here's what we like.

Andrew O'Hara 5 years ago 54

MagSafe connector could return and replace Lightning on iPhone

Apple's MagSafe connector that it popularized on the MacBook Pro could make a return in the future, with Apple researching the use of a revised version as a replacement to Lightning as it potentially moves to a "portless" iPhone design.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 17

Apple may have a solution for fraying Lightning cables

If you've ever had an iPhone Lightning cable in your car, you already know how fragile they are. Apple may now have a solution that could also protect any kind of cable.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 52

Apple releases $35 bi-directional Lightning to 3.5mm Audio Cable

Apple has quietly added a Lightning to 3.5mm bi-directional audio cable to its online Apple Store, a $35 accessory that can be used with the just-launched AirPods Max.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 28

Apple may stop shipping power adapters with iPhone SE, other current devices

Apple is expected to ship new "iPhone 12" models without an AC power adapter, but it could also do the same for previously released devices like the iPhone SE.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 14

HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI, & VGA - everything Mac, iPad, and iPhone users need to know

As years rolled on, the connection and technology that puts an image on your Mac's display has changed, improving for the better. Here's everything you need to know about the different connections between your Mac and a screen.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 0

New images show braided USB-C to Lightning cable, potentially for 'iPhone 12'

Backing up previous rumors that at least some models in the "iPhone 12" range will come with a redesigned USB-C to Lightning cable, a new leak claims to show what the braided cables look like.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 12

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