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They actually did it! USB-C on iPad Pro
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I have a 18W usb-c charger from Google (Pixel phone), as well as a Google usb-c to usb-a cable. I wonder if I could use these with the new iPad Pro 11" I ordered?
It would be nice to be able to use the Google charger as a second charger for the iPad and the usb-c to usb-a would be good to use to sync the iPad to my older, usb-a only Mac (2012 Mini).
It would be nice to be able to use the Google charger as a second charger for the iPad and the usb-c to usb-a would be good to use to sync the iPad to my older, usb-a only Mac (2012 Mini).
Anyone concerned about longevity of the port? I fear the thin connector-plate inside the port may wear out when you plug in assecoires and power cable every day for years.
Sure? Apple says that the new iPad Pro supports "[v]ideo mirroring and video out support: Up to 4K through USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter and USB-C VGA Multiport Adapter (adapters sold separately)". This adapter supports HDMI.
Source: https://www.apple.com/ipad-pro/specs/ and https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MJ1K2ZM/A/usb‑c-digital-av-multiport-adapter
I wish it was true. I want to stream netflix and VLC stuff to a HDMI TV on the go (for example in a hotel room).
Does anyone know of any USB-c HDMI captured cards. I’m wondering if the USB-c will be bidirectional. I’ve been attempting to want to make an app that relies on video input from an external device
Is there a list or something of the usb-c devices you CAN plug and use with the new iPad Pro? Or is it too soon?
AS far as I know, there are no lists .. We'll have to wait a week to find out!
The USB-C port seems of limited use. For example you cannot transfer files with it other than photos. Even the old lightning adapter can transfer photos with USB-3 speed and there was also an HDMI adapter. I see no reason to connect a 5K Display to the new iPads just to mirror the content or watch Netflix. Even charging with USB-C power supplies was possible before....
I bet USB storage will come with iOS 13. When Apple switched to USB-C it was an indication that they’re serious about making iPad Pro more productive.
I would love to see that we could use the new Pro as main screen for the new MacMini 
I can use the iPad for 75% of all my daily use, but for iTunes backups and (ahem) file downloads, I still need an iMac,
there are some screen mirror options, but that would still need a main screen to startup.
I can use the iPad for 75% of all my daily use, but for iTunes backups and (ahem) file downloads, I still need an iMac,
there are some screen mirror options, but that would still need a main screen to startup.
Is it possible to connect two devices in the same port? At the same time
For example, headphone plus another
With a hub
For example, headphone plus another
With a hub
I'm confused about the charging cable for the new iPad pro. I know the cable end that plugs into the iPad is USB C. What type of connection is at the other end of cable?(that plugs into the charging adapter)