iPhone 15 Pro users have encountered a USB-C charging issue

It appears that some iPhone 15 Pro users have encountered a USB-C charging issue. Let’s explore the problem and potential solutions:

1. **Unexpected Charging Behavior**:
Some users have reported that when connecting their iPhone 15 Pro to an Anker power bank, instead of the phone’s battery charging, the iPhone charges the power bank itself.
Additionally, there have been instances where an iPhone tried to charge an iPad Pro connected via a USB-C cable, and swapping the cable allowed the iPad Pro to charge the iPhone.

2. Possible Causes:
The iPhone 15 series can reverse charge other smaller Apple devices (e.g., an Apple Watch, AirPods, or another iPhone) using the USB-C charging cable.
However, something is triggering this unexpected behavior, leading to confusion for users.

3. USB-C Complexity:
USB-C, while a standard, is a mix of old and new standards, resulting in a variety of cables, chargers, and accessories that “work” with USB-C but may not strictly comply with standards.
Apple’s switch from the proprietary Lightning port to USB-C introduces complexities, and not all USB-C accessories adhere to consistent standards.

4. Potential Solutions:
**Charge via USB-A**: To avoid the issue, charge your iPhone 15 Pro via the **USB-A port** on the power bank instead of the USB-C port.
**Software Update**: Apple may address this issue through a software update, improving how the iPhone detects items to charge.
**Try Different Combinations**: If affected, experiment with different combinations of power banks and cables. Sometimes flipping the cable around may help.

Remember that Apple is likely aware of this issue and may release a patch to address it. In the meantime, consider the workarounds mentioned above. 📱🔌⁵