Last night, along with the launch of the iMac M4 – several Apple accessories were also updated with USB-C connectivity namely the Apple Magic Trackpad, Keyboard and Mouse. This means that all major Apple products have been updated with a universal connection and no longer Lightning. Even so, Apple still hasn't forgotten the users who still use the Lightning connection, because in Malaysia Apple still sells 15 products and accessories based on this connection.
iPhone 14
All Apple devices have now been updated with USB-C connectivity, this includes the new generation iPhones, base model iPads and Minis, MacBooks and even other Mac devices. Even so, there are still two iPhone models sold in Malaysia with Lightning connection.
iPhone 14
iPhone 14
128GB – RM2,999
256GB – RM3,499
512GB – RM4,499
iPhone 14 Plus
128GB RM3,499
256GB RM3,999
512GB RM4,999
iPhone SE
Although the iPhone SE has not been updated in a long time, it is still sold in the Apple Store. Next year's new generation iPhone SE is expected to be equipped with USB-C and also Apple Intelligence making this the most affordable last generation iPhone with Lightning still on sale.
64GB RM2,199
128GB RM2,449
512GB RM2,949
Audio Products
Yes, AirPods and AirPods Max already use USB-C but for those who still love the microphone on the EarPods and haven't used an iPhone 15 or above – don't worry because Apple still sells them. In fact, if you want to use it with other devices with an audio jack, an adapter cable is still offered.
Lightning to 3.5mm Audio Cable 1.2 meters – RM219
Lightning EarPods – RM99
Cables & Adapters
If you are a user who does not like technical information and is lazy to find a recognized third-party brand cable, various Lightning-based cables and adapters are still sold by Apple Malaysia. VGA adapters, third party cables, short cables are all there.
Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter – RM179
USB-C to Lightning adapter – RM159
Lightning to Digital AV Adapter – RM239
Lightning to VGA adapter – RM239
USB-C to Lightning Cable (1m) – RM99
USB-C to Lightning cable (2m) – RM159
Lightning to USB cable (1m) – RM99
Lightning to USB cable (2m) – RM159
mophie USB-C to Lightning cable (3M) – RM149
mophie USB-A to Lightning cable (3M) – RM149
Lightning to USB cable (0.5m) – RM89
The last two products are in the charger and gaming category where there are only two products sold by Apple Malaysia. Both are third-party brands and have built-in Lightning connectors and cables.
Chargers & Powerbanks
mophie powerstation plus 10K – RM449.95
Gaming
SteelSeries Nimbus+ Wireless Gaming Controller – RM299.95
While Apple has slowly moved to USB-C, users who aren't ready to upgrade to a new generation iPhone are still safe. If Apple stops selling it, third-party accessory manufacturers will still offer it as long as Apple products with Lightning are still supported and usable. The advantage of buying third-party accessories is that the selling price is more affordable and there is no worry that the sale will continue to be discontinued.