Upcoming iPhones may ship with USB-C power adapters that come with USB-C to Lightning cables for faster charging, according to Chinese social network Weibo, as noted by MacRumors.
The article, quoting unnamed supply chain sources, says Apple is planning to upgrade to USB-C support for all of its devices, shipping next-generation iPhones with a redesigned 18W power adapter that allows for USB-C fast charging with an included USB-C to Lightning cable.
Chances this rumor is true, according to the Sellers Research Group (that’s me): 90%. It makes sense. USB-C fast charging would allow an iPhone to charge from 0-50% in roughly 30 minutes.
As noted by MacRumors, this sort of fast charging functionality is available for the iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, and iPad Pro users, but requires customers to use a $49 USB-C MacBook power adapter (pictured) or a third-party USB-C power adapter (about 15 bucks) paired with a Lightning to USB-C cable. The latter costs $25 and is only available as a standalone accessory.
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