Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Apple claims dibs on new dock adapters, report says


Apple's existing iOS 30-pin connector.


(Credit: Josh Lowensohn/CNET)

When Apple moves to a more compact version of its dock adapter, it will initially be the sole company to offer compatibility with legacy accessories, a new report says.


Citing sources, iLounge today says Apple has not shared the upcoming spec with third-party accessory makers ahead of the launch.


What's more, the report claims Apple will be ready to go with an adapter of its own that will let users use their existing 30-pin dock accessories with the new spec. For a price, that is.


"According to sources, the Dock Connector Adapters will sell for approximately $10 each or three for $29, with Apple-branded new USB cables selling for $19 each," the report says.


That pricing would be similar to the cost of Apple's MagSafe to MagSafe 2 adaptor which sells for $9.99, and is currently included as a free pack-in in the company's 27-inch Thunderbolt Display.


This is not the first such claim that Apple will offer an adaptor for the newer dock connection. A report from iMore in late Ju... [Read more]



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