I was wondering the same thing. This is the first time I'm hearing of lint-inside-port situation. Was I living under a rock?! This has never been a problem for

I was wondering the same thing. This is the first time I'm hearing of lint-inside-port situation. Was I living under a rock?! This has never been a problem for me for both USB-C or lightning ports. But apparently — judging by comments here — this is a common complaint. About the ports themselves I don't care either way. I have no strong opinions about USB-C or lightning.