On Tuesday, Apple unveiled its latest smartphone lineup, the iPhone 15, introducing new features that could revolutionize how you use your phone and potentially save you in emergency situations.
Here are three innovative features that could greatly benefit iPhone 15 users in the future:
1. USB-C Charging Ports for Convenient Charging
We’ve all experienced the panic of forgetting our iPhone charger during a trip and realizing that our other chargers won’t work. Fortunately, the new iPhone 15 lineup will feature USB-C charging ports, replacing the proprietary Lightning port. This means you’ll be able to use a charging cable that is compatible with non-Apple devices, and the same port as Windows laptops, iPads, and MacBooks.
Apple’s decision to adopt USB-C charging ports aligns with legislation passed by the European Union, which aims to standardize charging ports and reduce electronic waste.
According to Jozef Síkela, Minister for Industry and Trade, “Having a charger that fits multiple devices will save money and time, and also helps us reduce electronic waste.”
2. Roadside Assistance for Car Troubles
In addition to its satellite-based Emergency Text feature, Apple has introduced Roadside Assistance to help iPhone 15 users in the U.S. with car emergencies when they are out of cell service range. By connecting to AAA via satellite, this feature allows users to get prompt assistance by answering a short questionnaire about their car trouble and connecting them to a dispatcher. While Apple has confirmed coverage for AAA members, pricing details for non-members have not been provided.
3. Precision Finding for Locating Friends
The updated ultra-wideband chip in the iPhone 15s improves the accuracy of the Find My app’s location tracking. With the Precision Finding feature, iPhone 15 users can connect to other devices from three times farther away using this chip. This feature makes it easier to find your friends in crowded spaces like train stations or farmers markets by guiding you with clear directions and distance cues. Additionally, the Apple Watch Series 9 can use the Precision Finding technology to help you locate a lost iPhone by providing distance and direction cues on your Apple Watch.
While these features may not immediately change your phone habits, they have the potential to be incredibly useful in emergency situations or when you need quick assistance.
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