What accessories are part of the Apple MFi Program?
The Apple MFi Program offers proprietary technical information, hardware connectors and components, testing tools, and support to third-party accessory manufacturers and developers. Here is a list of MFi licensed technologies:
- AirPlay audio
- Authentication coprocessors
- CarPlay
- Headphone Remote and Mic
- HomeKit Accessory Protocol (HAP)
- iPod Accessory Protocol (iAP) - works with iPhone, iPod and iPad
- Lightning / 30-pin connectors
- Lightning Audio Module
- MFi Game Controllers
- MFi Hearing Aid technology
- Wireless Accessory Configuration (WAC)
Accessories that do not use MFi licensed technology are not part of the program. Examples include:
- Bluetooth Low Energy (except for BTLE HomeKit accessories and BTLE MFi hearing aids)- Standard Bluetooth profiles
- Standard headphone jack connections
- Cases with no electronic connection to the iOS device
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