7 clever iPhone USB-C port tricks every user should know

Apple's shift from proprietary cables to USB-C is more cost-effective, better for the planet, and it gives iPhones a big upgrade in versatility. Here's how to make the most of it.

For years, Apple users juggled a collection of Lightning cables: one for the iPhone, maybe another for an older iPad, and then a USB-C for their MacBooks. Thankfully, times have changed since the release of the iPhone 15.

A generation later, the iPhone 16 is now firmly in the USB-C camp. That little port at the bottom of your device is more than just a power inlet; it's a gateway to a surprising array of functionalities that can transform how you use your phone. 

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