inside Supporting documents On Friday, Apple revealed some additional details about the USB-C ports on all iPhone 15 models.
Initially, Apple said all iPhone 15 models could charge an Apple Watch, AirPods case, or other small accessory connected to the USB-C port at up to 4.5 watts. Apple has already announced this capacity, but has not provided any information about wattage.
Second, the document reveals that the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max support USB 3.2 Gen 2 for data transfer speeds of up to 10Gbps. Apple has already revealed that the devices support USB 3, but the exact specifications have now been confirmed. The USB-C cable included with iPhone 15 Pro models supports USB 2 speeds, so a High specification cables High speed is required.
As we previously reported, the document states that all iPhone 15 models support DisplayPort up to 4K HDR for streaming video to an external monitor or TV using a supported USB-C reflective DisplayPort cable or adapter. However, unlike select iPad models with Stage Manager, the iPhone does not have an enhanced display mode.
iPhone 15 Pro models support ProRes video recording at 4K resolution and 60 frames per second directly to an external storage device.
To connect the iPhone 15 to a car with a USB-A port for wired CarPlay, Apple says customers can use a USB-C to USB-A cable.
More information is available Supporting documents.