In recent days, rumors have claimed that it is risky to use an Android USB-C cable on your iPhone 15. The information comes from a Chinese reseller, who claims that the difference in the number of pins between the two models could damage Apple’s latest smartphone. Problem: this is completely false.
Among all the new features of the iPhone 15, there is one that has definitely caused a lot of discussion: the disappearance of the Lightning port in favor of USB-C. This small revolution for the Apple brand is especially for its most loyal fans, who find themselves a cable never used until now. Obviously, some more or less well-founded concerns have surfaced. To the point, sometimes, of starting erroneous rumors.
When the smartphones were released, a Chinese reseller warned these customers of the supposed risks of using an “Android USB cable” on their iPhone 15. The news caused a stir and was shared many times on social networks and even in some media. Yes, but : this is totally false. As our colleagues at Apple Insider explain, the argument put forward by the reseller does not hold water. Explanations.
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Fear not, you can use an Android USB-C cable on your iPhone 15
According to the reseller, the problem lies in the number of pins present in each of the cables, in this case 9 on one side and 11 on the other. This is true, but you should also know that USB-C cables have a total of 24 pins, both at the port and at the end of the cable. This allows the technology to be bidirectional, meaning that the transfer of data and energy can be done from one device to another.
Only, not all pins need to be connected to another. In fact, when you connect a USB-C cable to a device, it will automatically determine the amount of energy that it can distribute without risking damage to the device in question. Furthermore, if it does not obtain any information, no loading process will take place. In conclusion : there is no risk in using an Android USB cable on your iPhone 15.
Furthermore, a recent experiment even showed that it is possible to connect an iPhone 15 to an Android smartphone without any damage being observed. Excellent news for the many Android users who are now thinking of moving to the other side thanks to the arrival of USB-C.
Source: Apple Insider