Lightning to 30-pin Adapter

Use this intelligent and ultracompact adapter to connect your 30-pin accessories to devices featuring the Lightning connector.
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Features

This adapter lets you connect devices with a Lightning connector to many of your 30-pin accessories.* Supports analog audio output, USB audio, as well as syncing and charging. Video output not supported.

What's in the Box?

  • Apple Lightning to 30-pin Adapter

Compatibility

  • iPhone 5

  • iPod touch
    5th generation

  • iPod nano
    7th generation

  • iPad
    4th generation

  • iPad mini

Footnotes

  • *Some 30-pin accessories are not supported.

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3.0

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Get the cord adaptor instead.

    • Written by from Wexford

    I ordered 2 of these adaptors. BIG PROBLEM: they do not connect to your Iphone 5 if you have a case. (I have the speck case). Since EVERYONE has a case, I am confused as to why Apple would make this product, or not even warn you that it does not plug in when a case is on your phone. The cord adaptor is a bit more expensive, but at least you won't ruin your case by having to continually put it on and off to use the adaptor. …More

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  • 2.0 out of 5 stars

    Will not work if your iPhone 5 has any kind of cover

    • Written by from Long Beach

    The length of the lightning adapter is too short if you have any kind of cover with your iPhone 5. I have an Apple-like bumper cover (similar to iPhone 4/4S) and the metal contact on the adapter is WAY TOO short. I suggest getting the Lighting to 30-pin Adapter Cable instead. The cable has a thin longer Lightning connection that will work with most iPhone 5 covers. …More

    2019 of 2349 people found this useful

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  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Works well with slim covers.

    • Written by from Washington

    Contrary to the reviews I've seen, I have had no problem using this while having a cover on my iPhone 5. I use this adapter specifically so I may keep using my car XM Skydock (love it) with my iPhone 5 that I alternately use both an Elago Slim-Fit Case and Incase Span Case on. I have no problem whatsoever with the adapter fitting snugly.

    My only criticism is that I wish the adapter was a bit shorter.     …More

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  • 2.0 out of 5 stars

    TERRIBLE DESIGN

    • Written by from San Jose

    Though this adapter works fine with 30-pin cords and docks, it doesn't work with most iPhone 5 cases. Because of its terrible design, it doesn't reach far enough to connect to an iPhone 5 wearing a full body case. I'm astonished that apple can make such thin and revolutionary phones, but can't make an adapter that doesn't require you to take your case off every time you use it. How about make it in the shape of a triangle??? …More

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    You have to be kidding..really

    • Written by from Clermont

    This is my 3rd IPhone, and have always be pleased with the phone as well as accessories. No more, Went to my local AT&T store to upgrade to the I5. I also purchased a new SPECK cover that is designed for the I5. My husband inquired about an adapter to put into my other car charger that went with my 4S. Was told no problem so I purchased the adapter for $29.. The only problem is it will not hook up to my phone because it does NOT extend far enough to go into the plug opening. I am returning it to my dealer.....So it's not compatible..really …More

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  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    works even better

    • Written by from Kearny

    than the cord that came with my iPhone, which sadly only works in certain positions. I've had my adapter for a few months now and it works really well to charge/sync my phone. It also connects to my Bose SoundDock with no issues. …More

    13 of 15 people found this useful

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Do I need this adapter to link my iPad to an HTC phone so I can use the phone as a Wifi hotspot?
  • Asked by Mary C
  • Mar 19, 2013
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