The great thing about the new lightning connector is that it is smaller. Also….well…that’s pretty much it. While Apple didn’t really go all out with their new connector, the space savings alone is enough reason to be happy after dealing with the 30-pin connector for so many years. The only problem for consumers thus far, though, has been Apple’s clamping down on third-party accessories that make use of the new connector. Specifically, Apple is requiring strict certification and licensing to use the new port meaning manufacturers are way behind. Instead of coming into the iPhone 5 world (the first device to get the new port) with plenty of charing/syncing accessories to choose from, customers were left with practically nothing.
Today, Scosche has some new gear that is specifically made with the new Lightning port in mind. Let’s take a look.
StrikeDRIVE Pro 12w + 12w
Dual-USB port (12w) car charging adapter with a handy microUSB sliding adapter so that you can use charger your non-Apple smartphones with said port, too. Bonus: it comes with its own Lightning cable. $49.99
StrikeDRIVE 12w + 12w
The StrikeDRIVE 12w + 12w is the same as the “Pro” version mostly. The only difference: it drops down to a single USB port. $39.99.
StrikeDRIVE 12w
The most basic car charger from Scosche, the StrikeDRIVE is a simple car charger with lightning cable charging. $29.99.
StrikeBASE Pro 12w + 12w
The StrikeBASE Pro 12w + 12w is the AC charging unit for multi-iOS (or other gadget) families. Charging for lightning devices is supported as is charging of two other gadgets thanks to dual-USB ports. Lightning cable included. $49.99.
StrikeBASE 12w
Wall charger for lightning. $34.99.
StrikeLINE Pro
Retractable charge and sync Lightning cable. 3′ – $29.99
