Lightning might be pleasant but it's got some shortcomings: - The springs are in the device instead of in the cable, so your $700 device wears out instead of

Lightning might be pleasant but it's got some shortcomings: - The springs are in the device instead of in the cable, so your $700 device wears out instead of your $5 cable - It only has 8 pins - It's intentionally locked down to ensure Apple has control USB Type-C is more open, more durable, and more powerful