1. What does MFi certified means?

  Apple s Made For iPhone (or MFi) licensing Program is for all technologies, connectors, and components that are compatible with Apple devices. These includes iPods, iPhones, iPads, and AirPlay accessories. Choosing an MFi-Certified accessory gives you (the user) a guarantee that the manufacturer is distributing a product or accessory that meets the basic performance requirements set forth by Apple. These requirements spell out the necessary protocols for accessories to connect correctly with Apple devices and provide them with the best data transfer capabilities or charging capabilities.

2.What is MFi chip? How Do Apple Certified Accessories Work with iDevices

   Apple-approved accessories come with a built-in MFi chip. What is it and how does it work? 

   It’s basically an authentication chip that enables the compatible accessories to communicate with Apple devices. As a result, they are able to play perfectly with the iDevices and also carry out tasks like charging and syncing data without any issue.

3. Why It’s Important to Buy MFi-Certified 

The MFi-Certified rating is important because it protects your device from potential damage or harm that could come from using an unauthorized accessory such as overheating, improper charging, port damage, or even iOS inefficiencies.Oftentimes, if you use a counterfeit or knockoff accessory, your Apple device will likely display the message “This cable or accessory is not certified and may not work reliably with this iPhone.” The unsupported accessory will likely impact charging time and performance on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod if you try to use it.By using an MFi-Certified accessory, you can help to keep you and your device safe. Otherwise, you risk impairing (or even destroying) your device by using an unofficial third-party accessory.

Writer : Yvonne Dean

2019.05.13