According to the latest news from Apple, the company has completely discontinued the ninth generation iPad equipped with lightning interfaces. This move marks a shift in Apple's entire iPad product line towards using USB-C interfaces for charging and data transfer. Nevertheless, Apple is still selling a range of products that still use lightning interfaces or connectors.

These products that still use lightning interfaces include some old iPhone models, standard versions of AirPods, head worn AirPods Max, first generation Apple Pencil, and three Magic accessories equipped for Mac. Specifically, these products include iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14, iPhone 13, iPhone SE (second and third generations), AirPods Max, first generation Apple Pencil, as well as Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse, and Magic Trackpad.

With the continuous advancement of technology and the popularization of USB-C interfaces, Apple has been gradually shifting most of its products towards using this type of interface. The entire iPhone 15 series and the second generation AirPods Pro released last year are representative of them. In addition, there are rumors that AirPods Max with USB-C interface will be launched later this year. It is worth noting that Apple has also discontinued MagSafe battery packs and MagSafe Duo chargers that charge through lightning interfaces.

Looking back at history, Apple introduced the lightning interface for the first time on the iPhone 5 released in 2012. This interface has been the main charging and data transmission method for Apple mobile devices in the following years. However, with the development of technology, more and more brands begin to use USB-C interface, and because of its progressiveness and versatility, this interface has become increasingly popular.