Which refurbished iPhones have USB-C?

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The iPhone 15 lineup (released in September 2023) was the first to use USB-C instead of Lightning. All iPhone models from the iPhone 15 onward have a USB-C port. Every iPhone 14 and older uses Lightning.

USB-C iPhone models

The following iPhones use USB-C:

iPhone 15 / 15 Plus / 15 Pro / 15 Pro Max
iPhone 16 / 16 Plus / 16 Pro / 16 Pro Max
iPhone 16e
iPhone 17 / iPhone Air / 17 Pro / 17 Pro Max

Why does USB-C matter?

USB-C offers several advantages over Lightning:

Universal compatibility: Use the same cable for your iPhone, MacBook, iPad, and most other devices.
Faster data transfer: USB-C on iPhone 15 Pro and later supports USB 3 speeds (up to 10 Gbps), compared to USB 2.0 on Lightning.
Wider accessory ecosystem: USB-C hubs, monitors, and storage devices work directly with your iPhone.

How do I find USB-C iPhones on RefurbMe?

On RefurbMe, you can use the Features filter to select USB-C compatible iPhones. Alternatively, browse any iPhone 15 or later model page directly, as all of these have USB-C built in.