USB-C on iPhone 17: New features and how to use them effectively

Apple has officially equipped the entire iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone Air line with USB-C ports. This is a big change when the familiar Lightning standard is discontinued. Users should note that old Lightning accessories will no longer be compatible, but in return, USB-C brings faster speeds, diverse connectivity and many convenient experiences.

With a USB-C cable, the iPhone 17 can charge from 0% to 100% significantly faster. Users can also easily connect to external displays, external memory, camera accessories, keyboards, microphones, and even reverse charge other devices such as AirPods or iPhone. This is a highly appreciated feature, turning the iPhone into a "backup battery" when needed.

To get the most out of your cable, you need to differentiate between the types of cables: some cables only support charging, others support high-speed data transfer. In particular, the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max support data transfer up to 10Gbps when using a standard USB-3 cable. This allows you to record and store ProRes 4K 120 FPS video directly to an external hard drive without worrying about running out of storage.

In the iPhone 17 box, Apple includes a durable woven USB-C cable, primarily for charging. Users can choose to buy additional cables from outside, as long as they meet safety standards. For fast charging, a 40W power adapter from Apple is recommended, but not required.

USB-C on iPhone 17 also brings many other benefits:

External display output: Easily connect iPhone to a 4K TV or display via a USB-C – HDMI cable.

External memory: Supports hard drive, SD card, helps transfer photo and video data quickly.

External accessories: Connect a keyboard, micro USB-C, or Ethernet for stable internet speeds.

Wired headphones: Use USB-C headphones like EarPods directly and share with your Mac or iPad.

Multi-port Hub: A single hub that allows charging and connecting multiple devices at the same time.

The downside is that the iPhone can only power through the hub at a maximum of 4.5W, so power-hungry accessories will need an additional external charger.

Standardizing USB-C reduces the number of cables you need to carry, while also synchronizing the entire Apple ecosystem from iPhone, iPad, MacBook to AirPods. This is considered an important step forward, bringing more convenience and flexibility to iPhone users.

According to 9to5mac

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