Can You Use RayNeo Air 3S with iPhone 15/16? (No Adapter Needed)

The Short Answer: Yes. If you have an iPhone 15, iPhone 16, or iPhone 17 (any model), you can plug the RayNeo Air 3S directly into your phone’s USB-C port. No adapters, no HDMI dongles, and no battery packs required. It draws power directly from the phone and works instantly.

Here is everything you need to know about using RayNeo with the new USB-C iPhones.

The “Plug and Play” Experience

Unlike the old Lightning iPhones (iPhone 14 and older) which required a $40 Apple adapter plus a RayNeo adapter, the iPhone 15/16 lineup supports DisplayPort Alt Mode natively.

What works out of the box?

• Screen Mirroring: Your entire phone screen appears on the 201-inch virtual display instantly.
• Streaming: Netflix, Disney+, YouTube, and Prime Video work perfectly. (Note: Netflix sometimes limits casting, but mirroring usually works fine).
• Gaming: Connect a controller (Backbone or Xbox Bluetooth) and play Call of Duty Mobile or Genshin Impact with zero latency on a giant screen.

Does It Drain Your Battery?

Yes. Since the glasses have no internal battery, they pull power directly from your iPhone.

• Expectation: You will lose about 10-15% battery per hour of movie watching.
• The Fix: If you plan to watch a long flight movie (3+ hours), you need the RayNeo USB-C Charging Adapter.

This is a specific “Charge and Play” splitter that RayNeo makes. It lets you plug a USB-C charging cable into your phone while the glasses are connected, supporting up to 100W fast charging.

• Good Option: RayNeo USB-C Charging Adapter – Just the splitter. Uses your existing charger.
• Pro Option: RayNeo JoyDock – A splitter plus a massive built-in battery bank. (Great if you are on a plane with no power outlets).

What About iPhone 14 (Lightning) Users?

Bad news: You are stuck in “Dongle Hell.” To use the RayNeo Air 3S with an iPhone 14 or older, you need:

1. Apple Lightning to Digital AV Adapter.
2. HDMI cable.
3. RayNeo HDMI-to-USB-C Adapter (which needs its own power).

Verdict: If you are still on a Lightning iPhone, the setup is bulky. But for iPhone 15/16/17 users, the RayNeo Air 3S is the ultimate portable cinema accessory. If you want a full review on the device, check out our RayNeo Air 3S Review here!