The newly-announced macOS 13 Ventura not only make a lot of Apple users ecstatic, but the ones who are iffy when it comes to charging their gadgets from a public charger will be pleased to know there's a new feature coming.
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CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 06: Apple CEO Tim Cook delivers a keynote address during the WWDC22 at Apple Park on June 06, 2022 in Cupertino, California. Apple CEO Tim Cook kicked off the annual WWDC22 developer conference.
Apple will make USB-C Thunderbolt accessories and ask for permission before the device can communicate with MacBooks that are powered by Apple's M1 or M2 chips.
However, this will not apply to power adapters, standalone displays, or connections to an approved hub. Another thing to remember is that devices will still charge even if you choose 'Don't Allow.'
While approved devices can connect to a locked Mac for up to three days. On the other hand, the accessories attached to the device during software update from prior macOS versions will be allowed automatically.
So, to put it simply, your MacBooks will still charge and connect to external displays, and you can turn it off if you don't want to get bugged. Users will still be the ones in control here and this only adds an extra layer of protection from non-compliant gadgets that use USB connections.
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The Switch to USB-C
News about Apple switching from its proprietary lighting charger to USB-C has been going on for a while now. Just last week, there were reports that Apple is already in the process of testing out new iPhones using USB-C to replace traditional lightning ports.
A reason behind this may be due to the performance benefits of a USB-C that could deliver faster charging rates and transfer speeds. Additionally, the change is also driven by the European Union's decision to make USB-C a universal standard in all electronic devices.
Therefore, if the company plans to continue selling in the EU, it will need to comply with this. Otherwise, it could face an issue of multiple versions of the same iPhones with different connectors globally unless it makes the switch to USB-C.
The USB-C is a relatively new standard in the USB family and is now being adopted in the latest consumer electronics. It offers flexibility and high speed. Also depending on the version, it can deliver anywhere from 5 Gbps to 40 Gbps.
With the switch to USB-C, it would benefit many Apple users as it will also limit the number of chargers necessary for various devices. In turn, this will reduce electronic waste. Moreover, the higher performance will prove to be beneficial to every iPhone user around the world.
Should it push through, this change will likely take place in 2023-the earliest.
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Written by April Fowell
