Apple is reportedly testing iPhones that would swap lightning ports for the more common USB-C

The lightning port is one of the most unique features of the device, according to a report.

The people who asked not to be identified were cited.

The story said that the iPhones in testing have theusb-C port.

According to an explainer from PCMag,usb-C ports are found on all manner of devices, from simple external hard drives to high-end laptops and the latest smartphones.

The device has swapped ports twice now.

Apple has spoken out against the European Union's plans to enforce the universal port of the USB-C.

The EU wants to limit carbon footprint and make life easier for consumers, but Apple would be particularly tough compared to other companies.

In the last few days, there were some booms of speculation that lightning was about to end.

It is expected that existingusb-c related suppliers of Apple'secosystem will become the market's focus in the next 1-2 years, thanks to vast orders from iPhones and accessories.

There is evidence that the public is interested in a more widely used port.

The auction price hit $85,000 at one point, and was created by an engineering student.

The final selling price was $86,001.

Apple didn't reply to the request for comment. The European Union did not.