iPhone 15 Embraces USB-C: A Game-Changer for Compatibility and Charging
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The iPhone 15's switch from Lightning to USB-C has prompted accessory maker Backbone to confirm that its existing lineup of USB-C game controllers, including the Backbone One, will be compatible with the new iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro models. Existing customers with a USB-C version of the Backbone One will receive a software update via the Backbone app on Android to add iPhone support, while new buyers will have full support for Android and iPhone 15 out of the box. Other companies such as Rotor Riot, Razer Kishi V2, and GameSir X3 have also confirmed that their USB-C controllers are ready for iPhone 15.
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- Rumors of Lightning's death are just slightly exaggerated The Verge
- Forget Apple’s $30 USB-C to Lightning adapter — these cables are a better investment CNN Underscored
- iPhone chargers are changing. Don't expect your hotel to keep up. The Washington Post
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