Apple's Lightning connector and you: What you should know - CNET
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Belkin Charge Plus 10K Power Bank with Integrated Cables review: It's all about convenience
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Lightning was great, actually - The Verge
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iPhone 7 review roundup: how big a problem is the absent headphone jack?, iPhone 7
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What to do with old Lightning cables after Apple's USB-C switch
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EU may force Apple to add USB-C ports to iPhones - CNET
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Some early iPhone 5 adopters stuck by Lightning -- literally - CNET
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The iPhone 15 May Finally Embrace USB-C: What Apple's Move Means for You - CNET
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Apple iPhone 5 gives the world a new connector: Lightning - CNET
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Apple's $29 Lightning to USB-C Adapter Shows Why You Should Shop Around - CNET
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Why I Want an iPhone 15 (Even Though I Haven't Seen It Yet) - CNET