EU lawmakers snub Apple's pleas, overwhelmingly vote to push for charging cable standard

The European Parliament in a landslide vote on Thursday called on the EU Commission to adopt rules that would establish a common charger standard for mobile devices, guidelines Apple argues would stifle innovation and create waste.

Mikey Campbell 6 years ago 118

Apple says a common charger would handicap innovation, inflate waste

Apple has hit back at new proposals by European lawmakers to force smartphone and other device producers to use a universal standard charger, claiming attempts to make it switch from Lightning to another type of connection could cause consumer aggravation and stifle innovation.

Malcolm Owen 6 years ago 100

Hands on: Satechi's new 72W charger can charge your MacBook on the go

Are you looking to charge on the go? Satechi's 72W USB-C PD car charger can charge your iPad Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, or iPhone all from the safety of your car.

Mark Linsangan 6 years ago 6

Review: Rotor Riot Controller brings L3 and R3 buttons to iOS games

Are you looking to take mobile gaming to the next level? We're taking a look at the Rotor Riot Wired Controller which is one of the first MFi certified wired gaming controllers for the iPhone that supports the L3 and R3 buttons.

Mark Linsangan 6 years ago 1

ICYMI — Naim AirPlay 2 speakers, Satechi USB-C, & more

Each week, there are a ton of great products that get released that we don't have time to cover. Here are our top picks for new gear from the last seven days you should check out, including new arrives in Apple Stores, Sonos/IKEA AirPlay 2 speakers and LIFX HomeKit bulbs.

Andrew O'Hara 6 years ago 0

Belkin intros tougher Boost Charge cables in USB-C, USB-A & Lightning versions

Foxconn-owned Belkin on Thursday introduced a new line of charging cables known as Boost Charge with DuraTek, including versions for USB-C, USB-A, and Lightning devices.

Roger Fingas 6 years ago 3

Snag a free Nomad Lightning cable and help the planet

Accessory maker Nomad has launched a new campaign to help the planet, all while rewarding users with free rugged Lightning cables.

Andrew O'Hara 6 years ago 6

Target recalled 90K 'heyday' Lightning cables over fire hazard concerns

Target is recalling some of its "heyday" branded Lightning cables over shock and fire hazard concerns after several incidents were reported.

Andrew O'Hara 7 years ago 8

Use your Lightning headphones on your Mac or iPad Pro with Anker's new USB-C adapter

Accessory maker Anker has launched a USB-C to Lightning audio adapter, allowing iPhone and iPad owners to use their Lightning headphones with any USB-C device.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 21

Scosche Strikeline USB-C to Lightning cable now available to order

Scosche's new Strikeline USB-C to Lightning cable is now available, letting you power up your iPhone significantly faster than the typical USB-A.

Andrew O'Hara 7 years ago 7

Mophie Juice Pack Access battery case now available for iPhone XS, XS Max, & XR

The new Mophie Juice Pack Access wireless battery case is now officially available to order for the iPhone XS Max, XS, and XR.

Andrew O'Hara 7 years ago 6

Compared: Apple's Smart Battery Case versus Mophie Juice Pack Access

Both Apple and Mophie have introduced their own battery cases which spurs the debate on which route people should go. Apple's Smart Battery Case and Mophies Juice Pack Access have their benefits, but which is best is going to be up to you.

Andrew O'Hara 7 years ago 4

White-hat hacker demonstrates malicious Lightning cable with built-in Wi-Fi

Illustrating the potential threat from untrusted accessories, a hacker has developed a proof-of-concept Lightning cable with a hidden Wi-Fi chip that could allow parties to seize control of a Mac.

Roger Fingas 7 years ago 17

2019 iPhone said to be sticking with Lightning, keep 5W charger

There are conflicting reports on if the 2019 iPhone will shift to USB-C or not, with the latest information suggesting that not only will Apple stick with Lightning, but it will also retain the same 5W charger in the box.

Mike Wuerthele 7 years ago 37

Review: Anker Powerline II USB-C Lightning cable is cheaper and more durable than Apple's

Apple has finally opened the floodgates on third-party USB-C to Lightning cables, and the first one we tested — the Anker Powerline II USB-C to Lightning cable — is not just less expensive than Apple's, but also more durable.

Andrew O'Hara 7 years ago 30

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