Apple’s upcoming 2018 iPhone devices could include USB-C power adapters with USB-C to Lightning cables to allow for faster charging. The claims comes from a post on Chinese social network Weibo citing supply chain sources.
Apple is said to be planning to upgrade to USB-C support for all of its devices, shipping next-generation iPhones with a redesigned 18W power adapter that allows for USB-C fast charging with an included USB-C to Lightning cable.
The rumors can’t be verified, so the usual “take it with a grain of your favorite salt-free seasoning” warning applies.
Including an 18W USB-C power adapter would offer faster charging speeds, charging an iPhone from 0% to 50% battery power in 30 minutes or so.
Fast charging functionality is already available on iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, and iPad Pro models. However, the faster charging requires customers to use a USB-C MacBook power adapter or a third-party USB-C power adapter along with a Lightning to USB-C cable.