The ASUS Zenfones now have support for USB On-The-Go (OTG) with the latest system update. Apple is reportedly planning to limit the functionality of the upcoming USB-C ports that will be introduced in future iPhone models. This allows the port to authenticate the parts involved in the connection, which means that, like the current Lightning port, Apple can potentially limit the USB-C port's functionality with unapproved, third-party accessories. We do however think that if Apple pushes through with limiting the functionality of its USB-C ports, it sort of takes away the benefit of having a universal charging port for all devices since not all Type-C chargers will play nicely with Apple's all-new USB-C ports. Read more in our articles including "ASUS Zenfones get updates with OTG function and more" and "Apple to reportedly limit iPhone USB-C functionality".
The ASUS Zenfones now have support for USB On-The-Go (OTG) with the latest system update. Apple is reportedly planning to limit the functionality of the upcoming USB-C ports that will be introduced in future iPhone models.
This allows the port to authenticate the parts involved in the connection, which means that, like the current Lightning port, Apple can potentially limit the USB-C port's functionality with unapproved, third-party accessories. We do however think that if Apple pushes through with limiting the functionality of its USB-C ports, it sort of takes away the benefit of having a universal charging port for all devices since not all Type-C chargers will play nicely with Apple's all-new USB-C ports.
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