Charging cable for iPad mini 6
Why has the charging cable and port for iPad mini 6 changed from all my other apple phones and iPad. This is not made clear and does this mean I have to now buy more plugs and cables?
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The iPad mini6 uses a newer and much advanced USB-C port.
Your new iPad mini will have been supplied with a 20W USB-C Power Adapter and a USB-C to USB-C charging/data cable. You can use an older (less powerful) 12W Power Adapter, that has a USB Type-A connector, by using a USB Type-A to USB-C cable - although charging will be slower.
- mophie USB-A Cable with USB-C Connector (1 m)
https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/HN892ZM/A
It is true, however, that any accessories that you have that utilise a Lightning connector cannot be used with your new iPad. Depending upon what they are, they may require replacement.
