Are these safe to use with my new iPad Air 4? I'd still like to be able to use the USB power adapters that came with my iPad Air 2 in 2015.
I'm looking at these: https://amazon.com/Syntech-Adapter-Thunderbolt-Compatible-MacBook/dp/B07CVX3516/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=USB-C%2Bto%2BUSB%2BAdapter&qid=1623677624&sr=8-3&th=1
iPad Air 3 Wi-Fi
The adapter that you illustrate is not suitable/recommended.
As a safety measure, so to avoid the creation of an equipment-damaging configuration, USB-C “standards” do not generally permit the use of adapters. Additionally, adapting a USB-C interface to a lower specification USB cable will compromise both data and power transfer performance.
The Power Adapter supplied with your iPad Air4 has a USB-C port - and features USB PD (Power Delivery). Your iPad, using USB PD can charge at its maximum supported rate (20W). Standard USB Power Adapters have a lower power rating; when using standard USB Power Adapter, your iPad’s maximum charging rate falls to 12W (2.4A @5V).
The best and safest route to charge your iPad is to use the supplied Power Adapter. You can then use the correct “USB-C compliant” (and preferably MFI Approved) cable for your other devices - sourced from a reputable manufacturer (e.g., Apple, Zagg, Anker, Belkin etc.).
The adapter that you illustrate is not suitable/recommended.
As a safety measure, so to avoid the creation of an equipment-damaging configuration, USB-C “standards” do not generally permit the use of adapters. Additionally, adapting a USB-C interface to a lower specification USB cable will compromise both data and power transfer performance.
The Power Adapter supplied with your iPad Air4 has a USB-C port - and features USB PD (Power Delivery). Your iPad, using USB PD can charge at its maximum supported rate (20W). Standard USB Power Adapters have a lower power rating; when using standard USB Power Adapter, your iPad’s maximum charging rate falls to 12W (2.4A @5V).
The best and safest route to charge your iPad is to use the supplied Power Adapter. You can then use the correct “USB-C compliant” (and preferably MFI Approved) cable for your other devices - sourced from a reputable manufacturer (e.g., Apple, Zagg, Anker, Belkin etc.).
The Apple Adapter to which you link is intended to convert a USB-C Host connection (such as the one that you will find on your iPad) to a USB Type-A port - with which you might connect a USB Memory Stick or USB Keyboard. It is not intended (and cannot) provide pass-through charging of the iPad from an external power source.
Assuming that your Toyota has a USB Port that can provide at least 12W of power, then you simply require a suitable USB Type-A to USB-C cable:
https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/HN892ZM/A
https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/HN8A2ZM/A
Very few USB outlets in vehicles are able to provide adequate power to charge an iPad - as they are typically limited to 5W (i.e., 1.0A @5V). Most vehicles have a 12V outlet - into which you can connect a suitable 12V/USB Power Adapter. For example, this 18W Power Adapter has two USB outlets (USB-C and USB Type-A):
https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/HN822ZM/A
Thank you! I think I'd best just charge my new iPad with its cable and adapter.
THANK YOU.
One more related question for you: May I safely use an Apple USB-C to USB Adapter to charge my iPad Air 4 in our 2015 Toyota, which has a USB charger port? No?
i would believe so
You are very welcome.
USB-C to USB male to female adapters
