Apple Lighting Cable Shift to USB-C Cable

[JEMiculka]

As Apple transitions from the lighting cable to the USB-C cable, the New York Times has an interesting article about USB ports and cables Apple Lighting Cable to USB-C Shift As to USB ports, it states, "Many USB-C cables lack chips to restrict the current powering your phone. So if you plug it into a source that charges at a higher voltage than your phone accepts, you could electrocute your phone.

The lesson here is to be careful about what you plug your cord into. Those USB ports embedded into airplane back seats, hotel room walls, or car consoles are a big no-no because it’s unclear what their charging rates are. It’s safest to only plug your USB-C cable into a high-quality charging brick that protects your phone. "

Seems to strengthen the case for wireless car dongles in our Mavericks.

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[billbillw]

The device (aka phone) should have a battery management system that controls the rate of charging. As long as the charging source outputs standard USB voltages, there shouldn't be anything to worry about no matter what "amperage" the source is capable of. The device will control the charging rate. The output from the Maverick, or any vehicle will be ~5V at up to 3A on a straight USB-C cable. If you are using a USB-A to USB-C cable, that is actually limited to 2.4A by resistors built into the cable.

 

[ejouie]

Most built in (cars, buses, planes, etc.) are well below standard (what used to come with your phone) chargers in amps.

 

[breal]

...Seems to strengthen the case for wireless car dongles in our Mavericks.

While I considered wireless CarPlay dongles, I would prefer not to use 2 USB ports (one for power and one for data) for my phone-to-vehicle connection. I'll just stick with a MFI certified USB-C cable.

 

[Samus]

While I considered wireless CarPlay dongles, I would prefer not to use 2 USB ports (one for power and one for data) for my phone-to-vehicle connection. I'll just stick with a MFI certified USB-C cable.

There are ones that only use one USB port...

 

[dags1207]

I (and recommend everyone) to NOT use USB based public chargers. The biggest issue wouldn’t be charging rates, but if there is a device on the other end that can connect to your phone. I always use a power brick

It used to be a bigger issue when devices didn’t really ask you if you “trusted” the connected device. But something to always to be mindful of.

 

[Ozarkbeard]

I (and recommend everyone) to NOT use USB based public chargers. The biggest issue wouldn’t be charging rates, but if there is a device on the other end that can connect to your phone. I always use a power brick

It used to be a bigger issue when devices didn’t really ask you if you “trusted” the connected device. But something to always to be mindful of.

No really an issue any more, unless you have an ancient phone. In which case, you shouldn't be using it anyway.

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