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what specific USB cables do I need to connect my iPad to my MacBook Air 2020

What USB cables do I need to connect my old iPad to my 2020 MacBook Air. I want to transfer pictures from my iPad to my MacBook Air. Please provide me with the specific types of cables and/or adaptors needed.



iPad mini, iOS 12

Posted on Aug 22, 2020 2:23 PM

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Posted on Aug 22, 2020 2:33 PM

As you indicated "old iPad" -- only offered 2 possibilities: 30 pin connector? or Lightening connector?


Because 2020 MacBook Air only has USB-C/Thunderbolt 3:

Here are the likely solution for "wire connection" --

USB-C --> Lightening cable


30 pin connector (hope you still have the cable) will need: this adapter


Another thought: You can use AirDrop to transfer the pictures

or

Use iCloud

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Aug 22, 2020 2:33 PM in response to JWGW

As you indicated "old iPad" -- only offered 2 possibilities: 30 pin connector? or Lightening connector?


Because 2020 MacBook Air only has USB-C/Thunderbolt 3:

Here are the likely solution for "wire connection" --

USB-C --> Lightening cable


30 pin connector (hope you still have the cable) will need: this adapter


Another thought: You can use AirDrop to transfer the pictures

or

Use iCloud

what specific USB cables do I need to connect my iPad to my MacBook Air 2020

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