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  • Apple's New Sync Cable Connector to be the Same Size as a Micro USB Cable?
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    Akshay Masand
    Published on 09-08-2012 04:04 PM
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    Newly released images help compare what appears to be a Micro-USB cable with the rumored smaller 9-pin dock connector Apple is said to be deploying with the next-generation iPhone. The side-by-side comparison shots from French blog, nowhereelse.fr, help show that the two components share almost identical dimensions.

    One strange thing discovered in the photos is the fact that the paraphernalia is from Chinese electronics firm, MEIZU, however the source said to not “pay attention to [that] detail,” adding that the alleged part in question is in fact a legitimate Apple product. As seen in the images, the purported 9-pin format appears to be nearly identical in size to the Micro USB plug, although Apple’s part seems to be slightly longer and thinner.



    According to the source, the supposed new plug will feature a layout that has eight pins exposed on either side of a metal shell which serves as the ninth contact. This allows for orientation-independent use which is something that may please many users, allowing users to no longer have to make sure that the connector is right side up when inserting it into an iOS device.

    We’ll find out what’s true and what’s not soon enough though as Apple is expected to unveil the next-generation iPhone this week at a September 12 special event.

    Source: nowhereelse.fr via AppleInsider
    This article was originally published in forum thread: Apple's New Sync Cable Connector to be the Same Size as a Micro USB Cable? started by Akshay Masand View original post
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    Comments 45 Comments
    1. MetallicaFan1991's Avatar
      MetallicaFan1991 - 09-08-2012, 04:26 PM
      Shame, Apple don't change the UI of iOS or even allow colours but change unnecessary stuff requiring people to buy new accessories.
    1. thazsar's Avatar
      thazsar - 09-08-2012, 04:32 PM
      I think that's the GooPhone's charging cable!
    1. back2thebeatof84's Avatar
      back2thebeatof84 - 09-08-2012, 04:38 PM
      Quote Originally Posted by MetallicaFan1991 View Post
      Shame, Apple don't change the UI of iOS or even allow colours but change unnecessary stuff requiring people to buy new accessories.
      That's what the almighty jailbreak is for.
    1. xhazex9x's Avatar
      xhazex9x - 09-08-2012, 04:54 PM
      Quote Originally Posted by back2thebeatof84 View Post
      That's what the almighty jailbreak is for.
      It sucks that we have to jailbreak to do something as simple as changing ui and it sucks even more crapple hasnt given us the option to change **** in regards to the UI
    1. scroogelives's Avatar
      scroogelives - 09-08-2012, 05:00 PM
      Look everyone!! If apple allowed you to change themes/colours or personalise your idevice!! They would charge for evey little thing!! Look at ringtones!! 99p a color £2.99 for a basic theme!! Then look at cydia large amount of tweaks that do this for free!! Mind you I am surprised apple have yet to take this money maker! I better get a patent quickly lol love my idevice's but hate the apple lockdown!!
    1. andypropaganda's Avatar
      andypropaganda - 09-08-2012, 05:16 PM
      Ya it is pretty crappy that they did that. However, it does make sense if you consider that it allows more space internally, and for a larger speaker.
    1. Anonymous's Avatar
      Anonymous - 09-08-2012, 05:22 PM
      Quote Originally Posted by andypropaganda View Post
      Ya it is pretty crappy that they did that. However, it does make sense if you consider that it allows more space internally, and for a larger speaker.
      This is true. And hopefully they make the charger magnetic or something innovative like that instead of making it just smaller.
    1. trialnterror's Avatar
      trialnterror - 09-08-2012, 05:33 PM
      Ya but I hate the plugs right now I've always hated the small thin piece of plastic with metal pads that has to mate with the plug, it looks as if apple is making it so it don't matter which way you insert and and they got rid of the crappy old thin piece on the current one. even the micro USB has it and they both are a nightmare to insert in the middle of the night with the light off. Apple knows it to.
    1. RCizzle65's Avatar
      RCizzle65 - 09-08-2012, 06:02 PM
      I just really hope some kind of converter comes out. I have one of those iPod cables installed in my car instead of a CD player that lets you play music directly off the iPod, and that isn't exactly cheap to replace. Plus, installation, ugh.
    1. mindblown's Avatar
      mindblown - 09-08-2012, 06:18 PM
      so with these new sync/charging cables, i suspect there is going to be a new PodBreakout for the iphone 5
    1. catstide's Avatar
      catstide - 09-08-2012, 06:21 PM
      Quote Originally Posted by RCizzle65 View Post
      I just really hope some kind of converter comes out. I have one of those iPod cables installed in my car instead of a CD player that lets you play music directly off the iPod, and that isn't exactly cheap to replace. Plus, installation, ugh.
      No doubt there will be convertors. If not Apple 3rd parties will make them quickly. I would be surprised if Apple doesn't put one out.
    1. MMX007's Avatar
      MMX007 - 09-08-2012, 06:33 PM
      Quote Originally Posted by trialnterror View Post
      Ya but I hate the plugs right now I've always hated the small thin piece of plastic with metal pads that has to mate with the plug, it looks as if apple is making it so it don't matter which way you insert and and they got rid of the crappy old thin piece on the current one. even the micro USB has it and they both are a nightmare to insert in the middle of the night with the light off. Apple knows it to.
      Yes very true! It's a nightmare inserting the current cable without seeing which way up! 😄
    1. Mrteacup's Avatar
      Mrteacup - 09-08-2012, 07:07 PM
      Quote Originally Posted by xhazex9x View Post
      It sucks that we have to jailbreak to do something as simple as changing ui and it sucks even more crapple hasnt given us the option to change **** in regards to the UI
      I like jailbreaking and support it. However I fully support apple in not adding theming because of how much ram it wastes
    1. buttamix's Avatar
      buttamix - 09-08-2012, 07:14 PM
      it looks cool, I just hope the cord last. I have gone through those like there is not tomorrow.
    1. piston597's Avatar
      piston597 - 09-08-2012, 08:06 PM
      I don't get it. Why not just make it a f*cking micro usb cable? I mean really the whole world has changed to that, just makes every charger universal. I don't give two sh*ts as to which orientation the plug should be, it takes less than 1 second to turn it over. I'd much rather have a microusb port so I can just carry around one charger and use it cross platform for any device, and if a friend needs to charge theirs they can use mine...
    1. cgfusion's Avatar
      cgfusion - 09-08-2012, 08:12 PM
      Oh my God, it's a phone folks, Wah their changing my cable. Then don't buy it, I have alot of money tied up in accessories, guess what, things change......maybe it will charge faster, just maybe it's better. God, just stop whining.
    1. DistortedHope's Avatar
      DistortedHope - 09-08-2012, 08:57 PM
      I think the new cable is implementing USB 3.0, and the micro version of 3 is very large and awkward so they designed their own. Quite ingenious if the orientation of the plug can be used both ways, no more fiddling with the thing in the dark for so long
    1. NakedFaerie's Avatar
      NakedFaerie - 09-08-2012, 09:09 PM
      WHY dont they just use the mini USB and make all their customers happy? Apple really are stupid.
    1. blkcadi's Avatar
      blkcadi - 09-08-2012, 09:31 PM
      Quote Originally Posted by DistortedHope View Post
      I think the new cable is implementing USB 3.0, and the micro version of 3 is very large and awkward so they designed their own. Quite ingenious if the orientation of the plug can be used both ways, no more fiddling with the thing in the dark for so long
      Agree, would be nice.

      Like most, if this is indeed the new cable, I certainly hope they make an adapter to be able to use all the accessories I've bought over the years.
    1. DefJammable's Avatar
      DefJammable - 09-08-2012, 11:22 PM
      Why would you change the cable after all these years? Cases, chargers, dock chargers, car chargers, iHome, tv's, etc has all the iPhone/iPod dock stations. I just don't get it
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