New Connector on next iPhone

[chiefpavvy]

The only way Apple gets around the microUSB requirement in the EU is to sell a 30 Pin to microUSB adapter. They don't give EU customers one, they have to buy it. Something that should be sold in the US since I get tired of the 30 pin connector cables breaking all the time and paying $20 for a replacement is a joke.

You realize the MicroUSB -> 30-pin adapter is selling for like $1.50 or $2 almost everywhere...right? Not just in EU you can get them on Fleabay and lots of other places. Also who pays $20 for the 30-pin cable? I got a 3-pack for like $2 recently.

 

[stu.h]

Thunderbolt

 

[cynics]

False. Apple doesn't need to sell / provide any adapters to be 100% in compliance with with the EU law. The 30-pin connector to USB-A plug is already in compliance.



Or it could be the fact that the Apple connector offers FAR more functionality than a USB dock would. Nah, that couldn't be it...



You mean like the Samsung connection, which is almost exactly the same as Apple's? Don't see many people hating / criticising that one (other than the fact that it's just another example of Samsung's blatant Apple-love)

Don't newer Samsung device use micro USB / MHL?

That's not proprietary and it supports HDMI.

Unless I'm mistaken (don't have an s2) but that's an awesome solution. You have the very common USB that's also capable of sound and video. TV's with MHL support are rolling out so it will also charge the phone without the need for another power source.