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iPad Pro 1st Gen data transfer via SD card

I have an iPad Pro 9.7" 1st Gen. I was wondering if it supports data transfer from SD card or flash drives via ANKER hubs or alikes. Could I transfer photos from my camera stored on an SD card to my iPad Pro by purchasing an external hub?

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iPad Pro 9.7-inch WiFi

Posted on Sep 18, 2022 5:27 AM

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Posted on Sep 18, 2022 6:26 AM

If your iPad has a Lightning port, to connect USB devices, you must use the Apple Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter:

https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/MK0W2ZM/A


You will not be able to connect a USB-C hub to your iPad via Lightning. With the Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter, you’ll not be able to connect to a downstream USB-C hub/host controller.


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Sep 18, 2022 6:26 AM in response to weightupalways

If your iPad has a Lightning port, to connect USB devices, you must use the Apple Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter:

https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/MK0W2ZM/A


You will not be able to connect a USB-C hub to your iPad via Lightning. With the Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter, you’ll not be able to connect to a downstream USB-C hub/host controller.


Sep 18, 2022 5:34 AM in response to weightupalways

iPad supports import of photos and data from compatible SD Card readers - including those built-in to some USB hubs.


  • USB-C to SD Card Reader

https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/MUFG2ZM/A


  • Lightning to SD Card Camera Reader

https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/MJYT2ZM/A


When connecting regular USB storage devices (such as a third-party USB Card Reader) to an iPad with a Lightning connector, an Apple Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter will be required:

https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/MK0W2ZM/A

iPad Pro 1st Gen data transfer via SD card

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