If the device you’re connecting to has a USB-C connector, use a USB-C cable with a USB-C connector on each end, such as the cable that came with your iPhone 15. 1 USB-C is a universally accepted standard that enables charging, syncing data and playing audio and video. iPhone 15 models have a USB-C connector, which allows you to charge and connect to a variety of devices, including Mac, iPad, AirPods Pro (2nd generation), external storage devices and displays. Charge your iPhone iPhone also supports high-dynamic-range USB-C displays. You can switch between SDR and HDR modes by going to Settings > Display & Brightness and selecting your connected display. iPhone matches the frame rate and dynamic range of currently playing content when you turn on Allow Display Mode Changes. You can connect your iPhone to external displays using the USB-C connector, allowing you to watch video, view photos and more on a larger screen. Depending on the display you’re connecting to, you may need an adapter, such as the Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter. The USB-C connector on your iPhone can also connect to a variety of devices that are compliant with the USB-C standard, such as:

Charge your Apple Watch by connecting an Apple Watch Magnetic Fast Charger to USB-C Cable directly to your iPhone. You can also connect a Magnetic Charging Cable to your iPhone with the Apple USB-C to USB Adapter. Peripheral Connectivity: USB cables are used to connect various peripheral devices to a computer, such as printers, scanners, keyboards, mice, game controllers, webcams, and external monitors. The Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter is compatible with iPhone. This adapter can output video from iPhone at up to 4K resolution and 60Hz, 1 including content in HDR10 or Dolby Vision if your display or TV supports HDR. Connect to other devices To charge a device that has a Lightning connector, connect it to your iPhone using an Apple USB-C to Lightning cable.

Where are USB cables used?

Data Transfer: USB cables allow you to transfer data between devices, such as transferring files between a computer and a smartphone, syncing data between a digital camera and a computer, or connecting external storage devices like USB flash drives or external hard drives to a computer. To connect your iPhone to high-resolution displays, use a USB-C cable that supports USB 3.1 or higher, such as the cable included with the display or the Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) Pro Cable (1m), sold separately. 2 Programming and Debugging: USB cables are essential for programming and debugging certain electronic devices.

Charging Devices: USB cables are commonly used for charging devices like smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, Bluetooth speakers, and other portable electronics. You can charge your iPhone with a USB-C cable and power adapter compliant with the USB-C standard, including USB Power Delivery – such as the cable that came with your iPhone. These cables and power adapters are widely available from Apple and other manufacturers. USB Type-A: This is the most common USB connector and is rectangular in shape. It is used for connecting devices like computers, laptops, power adapters, and USB hubs. You can connect your iPhone to an HDMI display or TV with a USB-C to HDMI adapter or cable. Adapters and cables that support HDMI 2.0 can output video from your iPhone at 4K resolution and 60Hz.To use your current Lightning accessories, you can use the USB-C to Lightning adapter, which supports power, data and audio.