Goodbye, Lightning Cable: How to Prepare for Your First USB-C iPhone
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A European Union mandate has forced Apple to ditch the Lightning port for USB-C on the iPhone 15. Here's what you need to know.
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A European Union mandate has forced Apple to ditch the Lightning port for USB-C on the iPhone 15. Here's what you need to know.
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