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Which Cable and Power Adapter Does My iPhone Need?

Wondering what cable and power adapter you need to use to charge your iPhone? Here's a simple guide to explain exactly what you need to know.

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USB-C vs. Lightning Port: Which Is Best?

They perform very similar roles, but one is absolutely better than the other. But, which one is it?

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USB4 vs. USB 3: 7 Key Differences Explained

USB4 is the latest and greatest for USB technology, but how does it compare to USB 3?

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8 Essential Factors to Consider When Buying a USB Cable

While most USB cables look the same on the shelf, there are heaps of considerations to make before buying.

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5 Ways USB-C Will Massively Improve iPhones

Apple ditching the ancient Lightning port for USB-C will bring a host of benefits to iPhone users.

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How to Fix "This Accessory May Not Be Supported" on an iPhone

Find out what to do if your iPhone says "this accessory may not be supported" when charging or using other accessories.

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5 Reasons Your iPhone Lightning Cable Never Lasts (and How to Avoid Them)

iPhone's Lightning cables are easily prone to wear and tear, but some of your habits could be directly responsible for this.

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Why Future iPhones Will Come With USB-C Chargers

It's time to say goodbye to the decade-old Lightning port as Apple has confirmed USB-C is coming to the iPhone.

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The 8 Best Lightning Cables to Charge Your iPhone or iPad

Looking for the best iPhone charger cable for your iPhone or iPad? Check out these options that blow Apple's out of the water.

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How Will Apple Respond to the EU's USB-C Ruling?

Apple must say goodbye to the Lightning Port if it wants to sell the iPhone in Europe. But will it switch to USB-C or do something different instead?

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Here's Why a Portless iPhone Would Be a Terrible, Terrible Idea

You might have heard the rumors that Apple is developing a portless iPhone. Here's why we think that's a terrible idea.

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Why Doesn't Apple Want the iPhone to Have a USB-C Port?

The EU—and lots of iPhone users—want Apple to put a USB-C port on the iPhone. So why doesn't Apple want to do it?

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What Is a Lightning Connector and Cable?

How does Apple's proprietary charging and data transfer cable work?

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USB-C With 240-Watt Charging Coming Soon

That's enough to power the most powerful gaming laptops, and even 4k monitors.

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How to Fix a Broken iPhone Lightning Port

Trouble charging your iPhone or connecting earphones? It might be a problem with the Lightning port - here's how to fix it.

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Prototype Lightning Cable Image Shows It Wasn’t Always Reversible

There's no such thing as putting your Lightning cable in upside down. That wasn't always the case.

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5 Reasons Why Apple Should Ditch Lightning Cables

Sick of buying new spare cables for your Apple hardware every few years? Here's why Apple should drop the Lightning connector.

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