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USB-C accessories for iPad Pro
USB-C is a high-performance connector that makes it possible to use a wide range of accessories with the 11-inch and 12.9-inch (3rd generation) iPad Pro models.
1Customers can easily transfer data at speeds up to 10 Gbps, and they can connect high-resolution displays—up to 5K.
With USB-C, customers get everything they need from just one port. They can charge their iPad Pro, quickly transfer images and videos, and even send video to displays—all at once with a single cable.
Read about the available USB-C cables and adapters, and other iPad accessories. Then use the examples to answer customers’ questions about using accessories with their iPad Pro.
Get familiar with the different USB-C cables and accessories available in your store, so you’ll be ready to help customers do things like:
• Use cameras and devices they already have
• Charge and sync iPad Pro
• Connect HDMI, VGA, DisplayPort, and USB-C displays and projectors
• Copy photos and videos from a camera
• Use MIDI keyboards
• Browse the Internet with Ethernet
• Restore or update iPad from Mac
1 iPad Pro (12.9-inch, 3rd generation) and iPad Pro (11-inch) models feature a USB-C connector. iPad Pro (12.9-inch, 1st and 2nd generation), iPad Pro (10.5-inch), and iPad Pro (9.7-inch) feature a Lightning connector.
Explore USB-C accessories for iPad Pro
Get familiar with USB-C accessories. Then learn which ones are available—in your store and online—so you can help customers find the ones they need and recommend them when it makes sense.
USB-C accessories
Charge iPad Pro, connect to high-resolution displays, and transfer photos and videos with double the data throughput.
Apple USB-C Charge Cable Fast charge iPad Pro at up to 30W or transfer data at up to USB 2.0 speed.
Available in both 1 m and 2 m lengths.
Apple USB-C to SD Card Reader Transfer photos and files from SD cards at UHS-II speeds directly to iPad Pro.
Apple 30W USB-C Power Adapter Compatible with any USB-C-enabled device and the fastest charging option for iPad Pro.
mophie powerstation USB-C 3XL Battery
USB-C and USB-A ports make it possible to charge iPad Pro, Mac, and iPhone.
Rapidly recharge the powerstation using its dedicated 45W USB-C input port.
Offers 26,000 mAh capacity.
Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter
Charge iPad Pro, connect an HDTV or HDMI display, and use a USB-A device
—all at the same time.
LG UltraFine 4K Display
See every detail in your content with a 21.5-inch 4K P3 wide color gamut display that also charges your iPad Pro.
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USB-C cables
Connect a single device directly to iPad Pro
Apple USB-C Charge Cable
Fast charge iPad Pro or transfer data at up to USB 2.0 speed. Available in both 1 m and 2 m lengths.
Apple USB-C to Lightning Cable Charge and sync iOS devices. 1 m and 2 m versions are available.
Apple Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) Cable (0.8 m)
Transfer data with USB 3.1 Gen 2 at up to 10 Gbps, use DisplayPort video output (HBR3), or charge iPad Pro.
Belkin USB-C to USB-C Cable (USB 3.1)
Enjoy quick charging and fast data transfer between iPad Pro and devices with USB-C ports, or connect a USB-C display with DisplayPort.
Moshi USB-C to DisplayPort Cable Connect iPad Pro to a DisplayPort display or to a Mini DisplayPort display by adding a DisplayPort to Mini DisplayPort adapter, at up to 5K resolution.
Belkin USB-C to Micro-B Cable (USB 3.1)
Enjoy fast data transfer from iPad Pro to cameras and card readers with Micro-B 3.1 connectors.
Adapters
Use a multiport adapter to connect iPad Pro to multiple devices at once using one USB-C port. Or use a single port adapter to connect a device or hub using cables you already have—like USB-A or VGA.
Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter
Charge iPad Pro, connect an HDTV or HDMI display, and use a USB-A device
—all at the same time.
Apple USB-C VGA Multiport Adapter Charge iPad Pro, connect a VGA display or projector, and use a USB-A device at the same time.
Apple USB-C to USB Adapter Connect iOS devices, thumb drives, printers, and other USB-A devices to iPad Pro.
Belkin USB-C to HDMI Adapter Connect an HDTV or HDMI display to iPad Pro.
Coming soon.
Belkin USB-C to VGA Adapter Connect a VGA display or projector to iPad Pro.
Belkin USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
Connect iPad Pro to the Internet with Ethernet.
Apple USB-C to SD Card Reader Transfer photos and files from SD cards at UHS-II speeds directly to iPad Pro.
Apple USB-C to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter
Connect your 3.5 mm headphones or other audio accessories.
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See what’s possible with USB-C
Read these examples to learn how to use USB-C accessories to charge, transfer photos and videos, display video on high-resolution monitors, and more.
Connect a wide variety of accessories
With Apple-designed and third-party USB-C cables and adapters, customers can connect all kinds of accessories—like smartphones, noise-canceling headphones, digital cameras, battery packs, and more.
Connect many powerful accessories with a single cable Because USB-C handles power, data, and video, customers only need one cable to connect all their accessories to their iPad Pro.
They can keep iPad Pro charged and connect their displays, cameras, Ethernet cable, headphones or speakers, and much more.
Connect iPad Pro to an HDMI or VGA display
With USB-C displays like the LG UltraFine 4K, customers can charge their iPad Pro, transfer photos, edit videos, and see more content on a large, high-resolution screen with one cable.
Customers can use the HDMI port on the Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter to connect a high-definition monitor—while they use the USB-C port to charge, and the USB-A port to connect a keyboard or other device. And they can use the Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter or the Apple USB-C VGA Multiport Adapter to connect to HDTVs and projectors, watch video, and deliver
presentations.
Charge iPhone or iPod or Apple Watch
With the Apple USB-C to Lightning Cable, customers can connect iPhone and iPod to the USB-C port on iPad Pro. Pair the USB-C to Lightning Cable with a USB-C Power Adapter to take advantage of fast charge on iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, iPhone X, iPhone 8, and iPhone 8 Plus. With the Apple Watch Magnetic Charger to USB-C Cable, customers can connect Apple Watch Series 1, 2, 3, and 4 to the USB-C port on iPad Pro.
Connect iPad Pro to Ethernet
Customers can use the Belkin USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter to connect to Ethernet in situations where Wi-Fi or cellular connections aren’t be available.
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Product specifications are subject to change without notice. October 2018