USB-C iPhone 15 May Tempt Some Android Owners to Switch, Survey Suggests

[MacRumors]

The iPhone 15's expected move to USB-C this year may motivate a large number of Android users to switch phones, according to a survey conducted by SellCell.

SellCell asked over 1,000 iPhone users and over 1,000 Android users in the United States to gather its data. Of existing iPhone users surveyed, 63% said that Apple moving to a USB-C charging port would influence their decision to upgrade to an iPhone 15.

Of those that would be motivated to buy because of USB-C, the majority of iPhone users (37%) said they would upgrade because they would be able to use a single charging cable for iPhones, Macs, and iPads. Overall, 66% of iPhone users said that they will upgrade to an iPhone 15.

iPhone owners' responses when asked if they will upgrade to iPhone 15​

Perhaps the most surprising result of the survey was the number of Android users whose interest had been piqued by Apple's heavily rumored switch to the charging standard: 44% of existing Android owners surveyed said they would be tempted to buy an iPhone 15 if Apple adopts a USB-C port for the device. In the same group, 35% said their motivation stemmed from the fact that the iPhone would become compatible with chargers for non-Apple devices.

In the cohort of existing Android fans, 66% overall said they would not be buying an iPhone 15, and 34% said they will potentially upgrade to the iPhone 15.

Android owners' responses when asked if they would be tempted to upgrade to a USB-C iPhone 15​

Apple has kept the Lightning port on the ‌iPhone‌ for over 10 years. The company's proprietary charging port was introduced in September 2012 with the iPhone 5, but in recent years Apple's Macs and iPads have all transitioned to the more common USB-C charging standard. Apple's expected decision to switch the iPhone to USB-C this year was facilitated by pressure to comply with new regulations implemented in Europe for all consumer mobile and laptop devices to use a universal charging standard.

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Article Link: USB-C iPhone 15 May Tempt Some Android Owners to Switch, Survey Suggests

 

[GuruZac]

I think there are more reasons than just USB-C for why Android users choose Android. I always hear the usual complaint “iOS is locked down.”

 

[kirky29]

It's the biggest thing I'm looking forward to, so I could see some truth in the survey.

 

[Ice-Cube]

You guys are tempted? Wait till you hear about the price

 

[MayaUser]

Lets wait for android users to hear that the Pro models goes thunderbolt from the start, while android users have usbC for a decade and still without it..

 

[GuruZac]

Lets wait for android users to hear that the Pro models goes thunderbolt from the start, while android users have usbC for a decade and still without it..

Apple building in Thunderbolt speeds would certainly add some Pro to the iPhone 15 Pro/Pro Max.

 

[Channan]

Not once have I ever heard an Android user say they would have gotten an iPhone if it had a USB C port. If someone wanted an iPhone before, the charging cable was not going to be a reason to get an Android phone instead.

 

[JohnRckr]

I think there are more reasons than just USB-C for why Android users choose Android. I always hear the usual complaint “iOS is locked down.”

Well... It is. Can't even arrange icons in 2023 lol

 

[JCCL]

Really, because of a port’s shape? Not sure why anyone would change BECAUSE of it. Sure it is convenient using the same cable for everything, but switching because of it is quite a stretch.

 

[Oscar_440]

Yes, USB-C 2.0 type. Great reason to move.

 

[falkon-engine]

Interesting data, but it was conducted in the USA where iPhone/iMessage are dominant. In Europe and many other countries, android is dominant.

So it would be interesting to know how other android users around the world feel about the upcoming iPhone usb-c port. Like is apple about to gain market share once the usb-c port goes live?

 

[AlexESP]

I really doubt 63% even know what USB-C is. I live in a quite tech-oriented environment, and when asking for a cable, most people still call USB-C things like “the new, bigger one you can reverse”. They’re not aware that USB-C is a thing. I bet USB-C will drive virtually no sales, just some controversy and customer complains, but overall neutral effect.

 

[omenatarhuri]

Interesting that people would care so much about the port. Most probably only use it for charging anyway.

 

[DelayedGratificationGene]

Not once have I ever heard an Android user say they would have gotten an iPhone if it had a USB C port. If someone wanted an iPhone before, the charging cable was not going to be a reason to get an Android phone instead.

So you do your own 1000 Android person survey too? Interesting.

 

[TVreporter]

The “No more multiple cords to carry” is just laughable.

Sure if you’re planning on ditching slightly older but perfectly capable devices and buying all new.

Great move for the environment! But even better for Tim’s bank account.

 

[-BigMac-]

TBH, after all this time.. and all the hate they probably hung on iPhone and Apple users over the years, do we really want them in the clan?

/s

 

[fatTribble]

Hard to imagine going Android or iPhone based on the cable.

Clearly the pretty colors should be the deciding factor! 🤩

 

[Cranslove]

They (Apple) really try to create a high demand for it lol. The last couple weeks there’s ‘researches’ and reports everywhere that claim the demand with be extremely high.

While they probably offer the same as last year, carrying minimal upgrades and ask higher prices. And all that while the whole worst is heading towards a recession and customers thinking thrice now before they do an expensive purchase.

Usb c to convert to iOS, usb c isn’t something magical. It’s really old and people should call Apple out for adapting to it now.

 

[fatTribble]

TBH, after all this time.. and all the hate they probably hung on iPhone and Apple users over the years, do we really want them in the clan?

/s

I will welcome any new iPhone owners to our club with a hard boiled egg and some prune juice for our new friends. 🤓
(Simpson’s reference 😊)

 

[gpat]

I think there are more reasons than just USB-C for why Android users choose Android. I always hear the usual complaint “iOS is locked down.”

This.
USB-C and sideloading is what I could switch for.

 

[The Game 161]

If they switch it won't be because of a port

 

[syklee26]

So cable was the reason people used Android? People really couldn’t afford lightning cable or usb to lightning dongle?

 

[Torty]

Can’t follow the hype… switching to a 9 years old connector because they were forced to do it.

 

[Jamie0003]

Lets wait for android users to hear that the Pro models goes thunderbolt from the start, while android users have usbC for a decade and still without it..

This this makes a difference to about 10% of users. Most have no clue what Thunderbolt even is

 

[coffeemilktea]

"Apple is too cheap to put a charging brick in the box? It's okay, I have years of USB-C chargers ready to go." - the Android users planning to switch(?)