![]() ![]() ![]() USB Type-C (often just referred to as “USB-C”) is a reversible connector with a much higher data throughput and capable charging rate. USB Type-C: This is the newest standard to hit the scene, and essentially the evolution of Micro-USB.To comply with the European Union’s directives on a common type of charger for smartphones, Apple offers a Lightning-to-Micro-USB adapter. These replaced the Mini-USB connectors that came before them, and the proprietary chargers that old cell phones used before that. Micro-USB Chargers: This was the “standard” (so to speak) for years, and many smartphones and tablets use standard Micro-USB connectors.Apple makes a connector that allows you to connect new devices with a Lightning connector to older charges with a 30-pin dock connector, if you really want to do this. Older devices use Apple’s 30-pin dock connector. All new iOS Devices use the Lightning connector and can be connected to any Lightning charger certified or developed by Apple. Apple’s Lightning Connector: Apple has uses the Lightning connector, introduced in 2012, for their mobile devices.Though, with the introduction of USB Type-C (outlined below), this is starting to change, albeit slowly. ![]() Connectors aren’t standardized, so you probably won’t be able to accidentally plug the wrong charger into your laptop. You’ll want to get a charger designed specifically for your laptop. Laptop Chargers: Unfortunately, there’s still no standard type of charger for laptops.While chargers are becoming more standardized over time, there are still a variety of different charger types in wide use: The Different Types of Chargers Apple’s Lightning Cable ![]()
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