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This USB-C iPhone case will let you finally ditch Lightning without buying a new phone
Even if you're still hanging on to an older iPhone, you can finally use just one cable to charge all your gear thanks to this case.
Got Lightning still? This case adds USB-C to older iPhones
The iPh0n3 USB-C Protection Case from OBSOLESS is an ultra-thin case that adds a USB-C port to your older iPhone with a Lightning port.
This Phone Case Lets Older iPhones Connect Via USB-C
An engineer known for modding tech to add in USB-C ports is now selling the snap-on Obsoless case, which comes with a USB-C connector built into the bottom edge.
An engineer's new smartphone cases can give any iPhone a USB-C port
Ken Pillonel has a history of developing clever projects that add USB-C support to gadgets that have less common, outdated port types. After creating the first ever USB-C iPhone back in 2021, the engineer has returned his attention to that concept.
This iPhone case switches Lightning ports to USB-C
The engineer who beat Apple by creating the first USB-C iPhone has now evolved his work into a phone case that switches the Lightning port on older iPhones to USB-C. Ken Pillonel’s latest project aims to fight planned obsolescence by giving people one less reason to replace their old iPhones,
This USB-C case will make your Lightning iPhone feel relevant again
Macworld iPhones are built to last a long time, which means that there are a lot of Lightning-equipped iPhones still in use, even though Apple replaced the Lightning port on its iPhones with USB-C in 2023 with the iPhone 15.
This iPhone case adds USB-C port to Lightning models
OBSOLESS has launched a new iPhone case that can add a USB-C port to older Lightning models, here are the details.
Lightning iPhones get real USB-C support with custom case
A new iPhone case from engineer Ken Pillonel lets anyone add a USB-C port to an older Lightning iPhone, with no disassembly required.
Anker’s Nano USB-C Charger Drops to a Near-Zero Price, 4.8 Stars From 15K+ Reviewers on Amazon
The Anker Nano USB-C Charger Block is still available for $12 on Amazon, a clear savings compared with the regular $20 list ...
Samsung’s 2025 4K USB-C monitor is over 50% off right now
The Samsung ViewFinity S8 is over 50% off right now, and an absolutely wonderful 4K upgrade for a person on a budget.
This nifty iPhone case gives your old model a USB-C upgrade to free you from dongle headaches
But otherwise, the case can help bring your older iPhone into the dongle-free world of USB-C charging and accessories. The ...
Dell 6-in-1 USB-C Docking Station Drops to Nearly Free, Tiny Enough to Go in Your Bag for Back-to-School
Save nearly 40% on this Dell hub, this smallest and lightest adapter is just about the size of your palm.
This impressive case adds USB-C to your old iPhone
What’s happened? Swiss engineer Ken Pillonel has created an iPhone case which brings USB-C connectivity to older iPhones with ...
This 11-port USB-C laptop docking station is a steal for only $100 now
There are some awesome docking stations out there, looking gorgeous and offering everything you could possibly want. The good ...
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What Is USB-C? Everything You Need to Know About the One Port to Rule ...
USB-C ports that support this peak speed are called "USB 3.2 Gen 2" or "USB 3.2 Gen 2x1." The minor wrinkle is that USB ports with 10Gbps speeds can also exist in the original, larger shape ...
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What is USB-C? Here’s everything you need to know
USB-C is so hot right now. Even though it’s been in laptops, tablets, phones and even video game controllers for nearly a decade, the port is on the tip of everyone’s tongue, as Apple made USB ...
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All About USB-C: Power Delivery - Hackaday
I’m a big fan of USB-C for all the reasons you mention above. I do worry about its mechanical robustness though, as it seeing a lot more ‘action’ now that is is the only charging port on ...
If You’re a MacBook Owner, This Anker USB-C Hub Is Practically Free Now in a Limited Back-to-School Deal
If you have a wide variety of devices you need to use with your laptop, this hub can help you attach them all.