Fury at Apple's 'rip-off' plan to make ALL iPhone accessories obsolete by changing design of socket Apple was accused of ripping off consumers today as it emerged the next version of the iPhone could render all current accessories obsolete. Outraged iPhone owners flocked online to complain about the reports that Apple has decided to radically alter the size of the connector in the next iPhone, which is expected to be launched in October. Speakers, docks and other expensive accessories costing hundreds of dollars would be rendered useless by the move, along with cheaper add-ons such as chargers. Even cars with the current connector built in would need to be upgraded. Change: This picture is believed to ...