I updated my OS to 16.5 on my ipad and am no longer able to use my Apple Lightning to USB3 Camera Adapter. It indicates that more power is needed to handle a flash drive. I have come across elsewher, mention that this is a real problem. I'm hoping someone knows about it and hopefully as well that there is a fix for this problem. Thanks.
iPad Air, iOS 12
Stuff happens - and, occasionally, a system software update will cause an unanticipated issue.
Apple are reportedly aware of the issue. As for when the bug fix will be released, this is known only within Apple. As contributors here are all end-users, just like you, we are as much in the dark as yourself.
As for your iPad model, you’ve not yet shared this information. Neither have you provided information as to your Power Adapter…
USB Type-A connectors are the larger (rectangular) connections that are usually found on older computers. USB-C is the new USB connector that all modern computers and peripherals are now using.
Perhaps these pictures of charging cables will help with understanding the difference between the two types of USB connector…
USB Type-A to Lightning
USB-C to Lightning
The described workaround, that works for the majority (if not all), is to use an Apple Power Adapter that has a USB-C connector - and a matching charging cable (illustrated). Third-party USB-C Power Adapters will also work as long as they explicitly support USB PD (Power Delivery).
Stuff happens - and, occasionally, a system software update will cause an unanticipated issue.
Apple are reportedly aware of the issue. As for when the bug fix will be released, this is known only within Apple. As contributors here are all end-users, just like you, we are as much in the dark as yourself.
As for your iPad model, you’ve not yet shared this information. Neither have you provided information as to your Power Adapter…
USB Type-A connectors are the larger (rectangular) connections that are usually found on older computers. USB-C is the new USB connector that all modern computers and peripherals are now using.
Perhaps these pictures of charging cables will help with understanding the difference between the two types of USB connector…
USB Type-A to Lightning
USB-C to Lightning
The described workaround, that works for the majority (if not all), is to use an Apple Power Adapter that has a USB-C connector - and a matching charging cable (illustrated). Third-party USB-C Power Adapters will also work as long as they explicitly support USB PD (Power Delivery).
Subsequent to the iOS/iPadOS 16.5 update, there is a known issue with charging the iPad from USB Type-A Power Adapters, via the USB3 Camera Adapter - regardless of the Power Adapter’s power output.
The current workaround is to use an Apple USB-C Power Adapter with a USB-C to Lightning charging cable.
I'm not sure about the type A power adapter (what it is and how it differs). my ipad came with a charger that i use and it always works as a charger. but when i plug in the Apple Lightning to USB3 Camera Adapter to the ipad (and my charger via cable provided) no power goes to the ipad and consequently no power to operate a device connected to the usb either.
if the workaround is to buy something new, are there any assurances that a bug will not be fixed next month making the purchase of a new charger unnecessary and or might i find out down the road that i have to buy yet another part/parts when what i use also stops working due to software updates???
I'm finding it very frustrating that my work is being disrupted as a result with lots of uncertainty attached to the "fix".
hi, thanks. a little jog to my memory and now i remember and can see that I have the type C charger and and USB-C to lightning cable. The charger and cable came with my ipad. I thought my equipment would be automatically indicated when i posted. Here is the info. My device is an iPad (eighth generation) running on OS 16.5. So it appears that in my case the type C is not helping. There is no power to the connected devices when I use the Camera Adapter. It is all Apple equipment. and the charger is 20W. so this seems to be contrary to what is being said here.
thanks
just something else i'm noticing with the new 16.5 os is that my battery now needs to be charged much more frequently. i didn't realize this right away but it seems evident now. I'll have to ask about this in a new thread i guess but it does seem like 16.5 has brought problems.
thanks for the information, i was still using an old 12w USB-A and had the USB-C right there in the box!!
Adapter is working and replacement avoided, for now......
Great - problem resolved.
As you have a 20W USB-C Power Adapter, you would be best advised to use this in place of your 12W Adapter - as your iPad will charge more quickly and more efficiently.
Unable to use Apple Lightning to USB3 Camera Adapter after os 16.5 update
