Certification Introduction

Apple MFi certification is a kind of logo usage license granted by Apple Inc. to its authorized accessory factories. It is the English abbreviation of Apple's "Made for iPhone", "Made for iPod", "Made for iPad".

Product Range

The parts Apple sells are:

Lightning connector, authentication chip, headphone wire control, LAM module, iWatch wireless charging module...

MFi Certified Technologies (Product List):

1. Lightning and 30-pin Connectors (Apple data cable, car charger, travel charger, mobile power supply, back clip power supply, wireless charger, extended memory, etc.);

2. HomeKit Accessory Protocol (HAP) (smart home);

3. Authentication Coprocessors (for products that require identification, such as navigation, printers, Bluetooth headsets, etc.);

4. iPod Accessory Protocol (iAP), the protocol used to communicate with iPhone, iPad and iPod Wait);

5. AirPlay Audio Technology (smart speakers and other audio products);

6. Wireless Accessory Configuration (WAC) Feature (wireless smart products);

7. Headphone Remote and Mic Feature (headphone and microphone);

8. Lightning Communication Module LAM (audio headset);

9. Car Play Technology (car navigation products);

10. MFi Game Controller Technology (MFi gamepad);

11. MFi Hearing Aid Technology (hearing aid).

The value of certification

1. MFi certified companies are members of Apple. Members have the qualifications to purchase Apple accessories (lightning, headset wire control, wireless smart IC, etc.) from Apple's agent AVNET, and can use the MFi LOGO on certified products;

2. In today's fierce competition, MFi certification is the only opportunity for 3C accessories companies to upgrade their products and increase their profits; it is also a pass for all traditional electronic and electrical companies to enter the field of smart products;

3. It is an important way for enterprises to enhance their brand image and product value, and it is also the primary condition for foreign buyers and retailers to choose suppliers.