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I just purchased new iphone 12. How am I supposed to charge it? Charging adapter to my iMac that came with phone is not regular USB size (smaller). What am I supposed to connect to?

I just purchased new iPhone 12. Charging adapter to iMac does not fit USB outlets on rear of computer. Do I have to purchase separate parts???



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Posted on Mar 4, 2021 6:03 PM

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Posted on Mar 4, 2021 6:06 PM

If you have a power adapter and cord from an older iPhone or iPad you can use that.

If you need to buy a power adapter, one option is: Buy 20W USB-C Power Adapter - Apple


Also see the following from Buy iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini - Apple


As part of our efforts to reach our environmental goals, iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini do not include a power adapter or EarPods. Included in the box is a USB‑C to Lightning cable that supports fast charging and is compatible with USB‑C power adapters and computer ports.


We encourage you to re‑use your current USB‑A to Lightning cables, power adapters, and headphones which are compatible with these iPhone models. But if you need any new Apple power adapters or headphones, they are available for purchase.

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Mar 4, 2021 6:06 PM in response to d_martens

If you have a power adapter and cord from an older iPhone or iPad you can use that.

If you need to buy a power adapter, one option is: Buy 20W USB-C Power Adapter - Apple


Also see the following from Buy iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini - Apple


As part of our efforts to reach our environmental goals, iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini do not include a power adapter or EarPods. Included in the box is a USB‑C to Lightning cable that supports fast charging and is compatible with USB‑C power adapters and computer ports.


We encourage you to re‑use your current USB‑A to Lightning cables, power adapters, and headphones which are compatible with these iPhone models. But if you need any new Apple power adapters or headphones, they are available for purchase.

I just purchased new iphone 12. How am I supposed to charge it? Charging adapter to my iMac that came with phone is not regular USB size (smaller). What am I supposed to connect to?

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