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I lost my iPad Air charger so bought what I thought was a new one. I bought a

USB-C to Lightning Cable. What do I need to buy now so I can actually plug it in and charge?

Thank you.

Posted on Feb 17, 2022 5:43 AM

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Posted on Feb 17, 2022 5:58 AM

Most Apple iPads are now supplied with an Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter:


  • 20W USB-C Power Adapter

https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/MHJF3B/A



For iPad models with a Lightning connector, a USB-C to Lightning cable is supplied:


  • USB-C to Lightning Cable (1m)

https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/MM0A3ZM/A



iPad models with a USB-C port are provided with a USB-C to USB-C cable:


  • USB-C Charge Cable (1m)

https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/MM093ZM/A

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Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Feb 17, 2022 5:58 AM in response to RoryLovesAtticus

Most Apple iPads are now supplied with an Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter:


  • 20W USB-C Power Adapter

https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/MHJF3B/A



For iPad models with a Lightning connector, a USB-C to Lightning cable is supplied:


  • USB-C to Lightning Cable (1m)

https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/MM0A3ZM/A



iPad models with a USB-C port are provided with a USB-C to USB-C cable:


  • USB-C Charge Cable (1m)

https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/MM093ZM/A

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