The advantages and disadvantages of data lines

  From the physical form of the interface, today's phones have Apple's Lightning interface, USB Type-C interface, and Micro USB. Let's talk about Apple's Lightning interface.

Lightning data cable and MFi certification

The Lightning interface was independently developed by Apple. It is basically used only for Apple iOS devices. Its data lines are also unique. Apple's official Lightning cable is priced at as much as 149 yuan at 1 meter and 2 meters at 228 yuan!

      The price is only one aspect. On the other hand, because the official Lightning cable has a relatively thin core and there is no reinforcement treatment at the joints, the durability is normal, and organic users often complain that it has been broken in a short time. This also leaves many users choosing to purchase third-party Lightning data lines.

     But in fact, Apple's original Lightning data cable has a micro-control chip built in, which contains Apple's authentication protocol. Apple uses this chip to strictly control charging current and data synchronization functions. Due to the high cost of this chip, it also led to the high price of Apple's official data line. And many inexpensive third-party Lightning data lines do not have this chip built in, so quality is not guaranteed.

       This micro-chip is familiar with the MFi certification, only MFi certified three-way Lightning data line to ensure that it works on iOS devices. While the MFi-certified Lightning data cable can be used, there may be a lack of functionality, such as the inability to sync data with iTunes or limited charging current. Some poor quality may even burn the device!

       Recommend to buy some big brands of third-party Lightning data lines, all of which are MFi certified