A bit of knowledge - about Apple Certified MFI

MFi yes "Made for iPhone/iPod/iPad“ Abbreviation .

Overview overview

Create new accessories

There are more than 15 Million active Apple devices , Now is the best time to create hardware accessories , These accessories can be electrically connected to iPhone、iPad、iPod and Apple Watch.MFi The project provides a wide range of wireless and wired technologies , It can be used for accessories that your company plans to develop or manufacture .

MFi Technology and apple ecosystem

This project enables you to obtain the required technical specifications and resources , To create accessories that communicate with apple devices , Use MFi Technology and components .

HomeKit

Easily and securely control lights, doors, thermostats, and more using your Apple device or Siri.

AirPlay audio

Share music from your Apple device to your home audio systems or speakers.

Find My

Locate misplaced personal items using the Find My app with peace of mind that your privacy is protected.

CarPlay

Seamlessly integrate your iPhone with your car's built-in display and controls while you stay focused on the road.

Wide Range of Accessories Range of accessories supported

Smart Home

Speakers

Vehicle Infotainment

Headsets and Headphones

Game Controllers

Fitness Equipment

Hearing Aids

Power and Cables

Mobile Point of Sale

Music Creation

Toys

How the Program Works

Join in MFi project , Obtain relevant technical specifications 、 Hardware components 、 Certification tools and badge patterns , In this way, authorized technology can be used to develop and manufacture electronic accessories connected to Apple products . Companies and organizations are eligible to apply .

What Technologies are Included What technologies are included

MFi The project provides access to Apple's proprietary technologies and components , Including the following ：

AirPlay audio

CarPlay

Find My network

GymKit

HomeKit

iPod Accessory Protocol (iAP)

MFi Game Controller

MFi Hearing Aid

Apple Watch Charger Module

Audio Accessory Module

Authentication coprocessors

Headset Remote and Mic Transmitter

Lightning Audio Module 2

Lightning Analog Headset Module

Lightning to Headset Jack Adapter Module

Lightning connectors and receptacles

MagSafe Case Module

MagSafe Charger Module

Looking for authorized MFi Licensor

MFi Authorized manufacturers can manufacture your accessories on your behalf .

see MFi Authorized manufacturer  View MFi authorized manufacturers

MFi Licensee App

You can see many companies here , Different regions and countries , There are different types of accessories authorized .

2022-07-05, Now there is 339 companies , Cut a picture casually on the first page .

How MFi Certification Works / MFi How certification works

Here's how to create MFi Steps required for accessories , From conception to production （ from conception to production）：

1. Product plan / Product Plan

Submit a copy of MFi Product plan for accessories of authorized Technology .

Sign in MFi After the system , Create a Product Plan, And get a PPID.

To obtain the ID name , for example ：143576-0024, The front is the company code , Followed by the product serial number .

2. Development Development

Design 、 Develop and test the accessory . Purchase relevant as needed MFi Components .

3. authentication Certification

Use Apple's authentication tools to ensure the best user experience and interactivity . Submit samples and packaging materials of normal production for review .

4. mass production Mass Production

After completing the certification recognized by Apple , Start production and sales .

explain ：

Submitting Product Plan when , Prepare relevant information , For example, the product uses MFi Type of Technology , Such as iAP, Or what is the verified component, such as Authentication coprocessor.

Name of the accessory , Whether other similar accessories have been completed MFi Accessories certified , If there is , Write something similar Product Plan ID.

To describe the word accessory information , Including function description , Key features , And how to connect with apple devices .

The hardware type of this accessory , If there is nothing suitable , Fill in the hardware description by yourself , For example, what kind of products .

Whether it is OEM brand .

Model information of this accessory , For example, there are several SKU or Model, And which is the most basic model .

To submit a PDF Format image , Show how this accessory connects to Apple devices .

Estimated mass production time .

Accessories used iAP Protocol type , such as iAP2. be used for iAP The transport protocol used , such as Bluetooth( The other options USB Device Mode、UART、USB Host Mode).

Type of connector integrated with accessories , Including power cord or adapter , For example, as shown in the following picture ：

Do you support Qi Wireless charging .

Function selection , such as EA iAP2 Session. Whether the accessories support special functions , such as Bluetooth LE and Siri Eyes Free.

Have you developed iOS app To communicate with this accessory , as well as app Connection with accessories , such as Bluetooth Classic、Bluetooth LE、Lightning、Wi-Fi.

Provide your iOS app Information about .

choice MFI chip , At the moment 3.0 Chip .5~6 Years ago, I used 2.0C Chip . Now it is 2022 year .

The chip chosen now is ：MFI343S00176 - Apple Authentication 3.0 Coprocessor WLCSP、MFI343S00177 - Apple Authentication 3.0 Coprocessor XDFN.

Former 2.0C The chip is ：MFI337S3959 - Apple Authentication Coprocessor 2.0C Standard Temperature Range (STR)

choice MFi Device types to support .

Apple TV (4th generation)

iPhone SE (3rd generation)

iPhone 13 Pro Max

iPhone 13 Pro

iPhone 13

iPhone 13 mini

iPhone 12 Pro Max

iPhone 12 Pro

iPhone 12

iPhone 12 mini

iPhone SE (2nd generation)

iPhone 11 Pro Max

iPhone 11 Pro

iPhone 11

iPhone XS Max

iPhone XS

iPhone XR

iPhone X

iPhone 8 Plus

iPhone 8

iPhone 7 Plus

iPhone 7

iPhone SE

iPhone 6s Plus

iPhone 6s

iPhone 6 Plus

iPhone 6

iPhone 5s

iPad Air (5th generation)

iPad (9th generation)

iPad mini (6th generation)

iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation)

iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation)

iPad (8th generation)

iPad Air (4th generation)

iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation)

iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation)

iPad Pro 11-inch

iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation)

iPad Pro 10.5-inch

iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation)

iPad Pro 9.7-inch

iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st generation)

iPad Air (3rd generation)

iPad Air 2

iPad Air

iPad mini (5th generation)

iPad mini 4

iPad mini 3

iPad mini 2

iPad (7th generation)

iPad (6th generation)

iPad (5th generation)

iPod touch (7th generation)

iPod touch (6th generation)

After filling in all kinds of information , Click on Submit Submit , Leave it to Apple's contacts to change Product Plan The state of .

Submit Product Plan when , If the information is not filled in, you can save it and continue editing next time , Now it's Draft state , After submission, it becomes Submitted state , Apple's exclusive contact assigned to your company changes status and becomes Testing state , When it passes, it is in a producible state , Get into Production state .

Use MFi Mark

MFi The mark indicates to the customer that this accessory has been certified by the developer , Meet Apple's performance standards .

Who Needs to Join the MFi Program / Who needs to participate MFi project

The project is for planned development or manufacturing use MFi Licensed technology accessories company . Before you apply , Please make sure this is the right project for you .

Who needs to join ？(Accessory developers, Accessory manufacturers, Contract manufacturers(CM)/ODM, Brand owners, Technology providers)

- I hope so MFi Parts certification requires responsible parts developers 、 Manufacturer or brand owner .

- Used MFi Certified accessories of a brand , Brands want to track their certification process directly

- Hope to develop and / Or manufacturing contains MFi Contract manufacturer of finished parts Contract manufacturer（CM） or ODM.

- Have production facilities and hope to provide their own MFi Manufacturer of accessories for final assembly .

- I hope to share with others MFi Technology providers that Licensor provides products or services .

Who doesn't need to join ？(Educational organizations, Hobbyists and makers, Individuals, App developers.)

- Developers and manufacturers of non electronic accessories , Including non MagSafe Shell and Apple Watch Watch strap . The obtained design does not include MFi Guidelines and resources for accessories of licensed technology .

- Hope to purchase (source) Or sales (sell)MFi Accessories as distributors and resellers of finished products (Distributors and resellers).MFi The finished product must be from MFi Purchase from authorized manufacturers .

- Create with MFi Developer of application of accessory communication . Application developers should join the Apple Developer Program . However , It is up to the accessory developer or manufacturer to decide whether they want to authorize specific third-party applications through the external accessory framework ( External Accessory Framework: Apple Developer Documentation) With their MFi Attachment for communication . The application developer should consult with the accessory developer , To determine whether to continue to develop and use EA Framework and MFi Accessories for communication applications .

- Only use Bluetooth for low power consumption 、 Core Bluetooth or iOS Developers and manufacturers of accessories that support standard Bluetooth profiles connected to Apple devices . Learn more about Bluetooth ：https://devcms.apple.com/bluetooth/

- I hope to MFi Technical specifications are used in educational organizations for teaching purposes . stay MFi The information shared under the project belongs to Apple confidential , It should not be used in academic occasions .

- Amateurs and manufacturers who create smart home accessories can use non-commercial versions HomeKit Accessory agreement specification .（https://developer.apple.com/homekit/）

- Create personal accessories for personal use . We recommend using third-party amateur solutions to connect iOS Devices and serial devices , And write applications that communicate with these serial devices .

What You Need to Enroll / Conditions required for registration

1. Confirm that your company needs to join MFi plan .

If you plan to develop or manufacture an electronic accessory , This accessory will use MFi Licensed technology connects to Apple devices , Your company must first join MFi plan .

2. Use your company's domain name to create an apple ID, And submit the registration form .

Use your company's domain name to create an apple ID, Complete the registry , Perform online NDA（ Confidentiality agreement Non Disclosure Agreement）, And submit the form . This apple ID It can't be a shared company Apple ID. If you already have an apple that uses your company's domain name ID, You don't need to create a new . Please visit MFi Log in to help for more details (MFi Program Enrollment).

Here are some information you are asked to provide on the registry ：

- The name of a registered legal entity

- Address of principal place of business or company headquarters . P.O. Box is not acceptable .

- Company domain name and website

- Your working email address related to this domain name

- company D-U-N-S number

Be careful ： Yours Apple ID Must match your company email address , This address uses your company's domain name , And for your own use . Department or general email address , Such as "[email protected]" or "[email protected]" It's not allowed .

3. Complete company authentication .

Submit your company on the registration form D-U-N-S number .D-U-N-S The number is a unique nine digit number , Used to identify business entities in specific locations . Yours D-U-N-S The number will be used to check the identity and legal entity status of your organization , Join us MFi Part of the planned registration verification process .

4. perform MFi license .

Once authentication is complete , Your registration form has been approved , You will receive MFi license agreement , For review and signature .

FAQs

How can I verify a Lightning、 The headset 、 Charging or based on iAP Is your accessory an authorized accessory ？

Once the accessories are finished MFi Certification requirements , And accessories developers / The manufacturer has reported its sales to Apple / Distribution （ By quarter ）, Or the accessory is optional , It will be available in our authorization Lightning、 The headset 、 Charging and based on iAP Of MFi Search in the public database of accessories .

The website is ：MFi Licensee App

To participate in MFi The cost of the project ？

MFi The annual fee for each member of the program is 99 dollar （ Add the corresponding taxes ）.

What is? D-U-N-S number ？

D-U-N-S The number is a unique nine digit number , Identify business entities on a site-specific basis . Yours D-U-N-S The number will be used to check the identity and legal entity status of your organization , Join us MFi Part of the planned registration verification process .

Be careful ： Registered in MFi Account number , Login with account , You can see all kinds of MFi Materials and information , It's all in there .

website ：MFi Licensee Login (apple.com)

MFi Licensee Login

Reference resources :

MFi Program