In 2021, a student made the buzz by modifying an iPhone X to replace the Lightning port with a working USB-C port. The feat appears to have inspired others, including Yang Changshun, a creator who posts videos on Douyin, the Chinese version of the TikTok social network.
As reported by the XDA site, Changshun modified a iPhone 13 Pro Max. And this one didn’t just add a USB-C port to this iPhone. Indeed, the modified device, which is nicknamed “iPhone 13 Pro Max Ultra”, also has a second battery which allows for more autonomy, two internal fans, more powerful speakers, as well as a plug. headphone jack.
© Yang Changshun (via Douyin)
For lovers of video games on mobile, and who use an iPhone, it’s a dream come true. On the other hand, this modification has totally ruined the design, and moreover, the thickness of the smartphone has doubled.
In addition, as noted by the XDA site, this modification requires significant technical knowledge and therefore it is certainly not within everyone’s reach. In any case, the series of videos published by Yang Changshun on his channel on Douyin proves that if he wanted, Apple might offer all these features.
In addition to having more autonomy, this modified iPhone 13 Pro Max would also be more efficient. Indeed, a test carried out on the AnTuTu benchmark app would show a higher score, probably thanks to the fans which allow for better heat dissipation.
It’s thicker, heavier, and no longer waterproof, but works flawlessly, with soaring battery life and excellent heat dissipation. https://t.co/3d6LjC5fXF pic.twitter.com/yHXyHY3zBb
— DuanRui (@duanrui1205) March 24, 2022
What if Apple finally launched an iPhone with USB-C port?
Apple will certainly never release an iPhone similar to this modified iPhone 13 Pro Max. Indeed, a smartphone with such a thickness would be unacceptable for the Cupertino company.
On the other hand, it is possible that the company will end up replacing the Lightning port with a USB-C port. Indeed, a bill in Europe wants to impose the same port, USB-C, on all brands of smartphones.
And although Apple doesn’t agree with this idea, it might be forced to adopt USB-C on the iPhone, if such legislation comes into effect. Moreover, some sources suggest that the USB-C port might land starting this year on the iPhone 14 series.
But of course, these are still only rumors and therefore caution is in order.