Lightning to 30-pin Adapter

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  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Good for iPad, iPad mini

    • Written by from KAUKAUNA

    21 of 26 people found this useful

    We have two iPod touches (5th gen), an iPad (4th gen), an iPod nano (7th gen), and an iPad mini. This works great with the iPad and iPad mini. It is not case friendly with the iPods. If you would like something case friendly, look at the cable version. I use it a lot, seeing as the Lightning connector just came out. My iPad mini is the one I use it with the most. It syncs and charges. I gave it four stars because it is not case friendly with the iPhone 5 and the Lightning iPod lineup. I hope you found this review helpful.

    Was this useful? Good for iPad, iPad mini

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Works for me

    • Written by from Brooklyn

    28 of 40 people found this useful

    Just purchased the connector. Fits with my covering & works with every other ipod adaptor I've acquired over the years. $30 bucks is a drop in the bucket compared to what was already spent on the ipod. Apple should just give us a heads up that the connector is different.

    Was this useful? Works for me

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  • 2.0 out of 5 stars

    Compact but major design flaw

    • Written by from Pewaukee

    21 of 26 people found this useful

    I like how small it is compared to carrying a long cable around but I am very disappointed that it is incompatible with my Speck Candyshell (or nearly any protective case that covers the bottom of your iPhone 5). The lightning portion is just too short to work with my case. I think I'm going to see about exchanging for the cable version which at least has a smaller lightning portion

    Was this useful? Compact but major design flaw

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Useless

    • Written by from Cavite

    20 of 24 people found this useful

    Like what was mentioned in the earlier reviews here, it won't work with any type of Iphone case. Also the worst part is, it has compatibility issues with my JBL Onbeat Xtreme and Harman Kardon Go+Play II. So now, the only way for me to play them is through Aux cable or bluetooth.... I wasted money here......

    Was this useful? Useless

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Perfect

    • Written by from Rancho Cucamonga

    18 of 20 people found this useful

    I have a car charger for my iPad 3 which obviously uses 30 pins and with this adapter I could charge my iPhone 5 without having to have additional coil. Awesome!!

    Was this useful? Perfect

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  • 2.0 out of 5 stars

    to large to work for me

    • Written by from Reynoldsburg

    24 of 33 people found this useful

    My problem with the adapter is it is to large. I purchased so I could charge my ipad on my ihome radios and charger but the adapter is so large it raises the height of the ipad when placed on the charger. The ipad is raised so much it is above the back support and simply falls backward. Bascially for me it is unusable. I don't worry to much about it though because I sure within a year or two Apple will make a change forcing us to buy another different adapter.

    Was this useful? to large to work for me

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  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Works flawlessly

    • Written by from Sunriver

    20 of 25 people found this useful

    Works with my iPad mini and iPhone 5 including with cases on (both Marware and Casemate cases). Would rate it a 5 star if it wasn't so expensive.

    Was this useful? Works flawlessly

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Check your case first!

    • Written by from Mount Tremper

    20 of 25 people found this useful

    We have four iPhones in our family, each with a different case from a different manufacturer. This adapter did not work with any of them.
    Buyer Beware!

    Was this useful? Check your case first!

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  • 3.0 out of 5 stars

    Useable, but irritating

    • Written by from Mentor

    18 of 21 people found this useful

    It works perfectly well, but doesn't fit with a number of cases. Many iPhone 5 cases have pieces across the bottom so the wide adapter doesn't fit. I only have it in my car so its bearable, I just have to remove my case while I use it. Had I known beforehand I would have gotten the cord adapter. I recommend getting it instead if you plan on using it very often. Its $10 more, but I think worth not having to deal with your case every time you plug it in.

    Was this useful? Useable, but irritating

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  • 2.0 out of 5 stars

    Have to take cover off to use

    • Written by from London

    22 of 29 people found this useful

    It works, but terrible design

    Was this useful? Have to take cover off to use

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    doesn't work with B&W Zeppelin Mini

    • Written by from SALò

    26 of 37 people found this useful

    Three month ago I bought the zeppelin mini.
    Last month the iphone5. it doesn't works.
    Very disappointed...

    Was this useful? doesn't work with B&W Zeppelin Mini

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    It Works!

    • Written by from Sudbury

    23 of 31 people found this useful

    Bought a cheaper one on the web and didn't work at all (got my money back). Bought this at an Apple Store and works perfectly in my 2010 BMW. Have not tried it on other products as this is the only one I needed it for.

    Was this useful? It Works!

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    iTrip 2005 FM transmitter compatibility problem

    • Written by from Montreal

    17 of 19 people found this useful

    For some reason the iPhone 5 is not charging using the iTrip FM transmitter 2005 model. The sounds go through but not the power...40$ in the hole.

    Was this useful? iTrip 2005 FM transmitter compatibility problem

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Electrically great, Mechanically a fail

    • Written by from Toronto

    18 of 21 people found this useful

    The device does allow you to connect to a 30-pin accessory. The sound quality is good.

    There are two serious problems though...
    1. It's mechanically fragile - this means you can't use it to attach the iPhone 5 to a music dock.
    2. The connector is too short so that you can't use it if you have installed a protective case or bumper on your iPhone 5.

    I had one, I sent it back for a refund. The wired version of the same device solves both the issues.

    Was this useful? Electrically great, Mechanically a fail

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Connection not long enough

    • Written by from Greenwood

    20 of 26 people found this useful

    I would have no problem giving this a 5 star rating if the adapter would work with a case on the phone. So far I have used an inexpensive CaseCrown Lux Glider and the Tech-21 Impact Mesh and neither supports the 30 pin to lightning adapter for the dock or older version cable. If Apple would fix this issue and be willing to replace the two adapters I already own, I would gladly give it 5 stars!!

    Was this useful? Connection not long enough

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Love it!

    • Written by from Moosomin

    17 of 20 people found this useful

    I have had this product for 3 months now and I love it. I didn't have to buy a new docking station for my iPod ^_^ saved me some money buying this instead. plus when i want to get a new charger i don't have to pick and choose, I can get the one I like. It works just like it should. My charger works better with the adaptor than it did with out it. And it not fitting with a case that is normal with any charger or adaptor.

    Was this useful? Love it!

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  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Fits perfect with Otterbox defender series

    • Written by from Redding

    19 of 24 people found this useful

    It seems like it was made for this case. I appreciated the positive reviews saying it fit because I was almost afraid to try it. It snaps in. I like the secure fit, but not so tight that it scrapes. I gave it 4 stars because I think it should work with video. It is a keeper for me. One of the things I dislike about these kind of adapters is that they aren't really secure. When it is on, it feels like it is part of the case phone set up. It also comes out easily.

    Was this useful? Fits perfect with Otterbox defender series

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Returning it

    • Written by from PASADENA

    23 of 32 people found this useful

    Agree with everyone. Not a good product if you have a case. I also have a speck. What a rip off. Great idea though.

    Was this useful? Returning it

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Lousy!

    • Written by from Lansdale

    20 of 26 people found this useful

    The lightning connector was far too loose on the iPhone5. It would not seat into the phone. Basically, it was defective. I am returning it ASAP.

    Was this useful? Lousy!

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Be Careful if buying to use with a dock and/ or case

    • Written by from Belmont

    16 of 18 people found this useful

    Nice and compact and works as an adaptor. However, it is not compatible with many of the major brand iPhone 5 cases. The base is too wide and does not allow the connector to connect to the phone. Try before you buy and consider the connector with the cable instead.

    Was this useful? Be Careful if buying to use with a dock and/ or case

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