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Sync Ipad air to Imac

How do I sync my new ipad air to my IMac--the cord has a different fitting

iPad Air, iPadOS 14

Posted on Feb 11, 2021 3:01 PM

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Posted on Feb 12, 2021 2:43 AM

Your new iPad Air4 is suppled with a USB-C to USB-C cable.


If your computer has USB Type-A ports, this being the more commonly used standard for older devices, you’ll require a USB-C to USB3 Type-A cable. These are readily available from good computer stores.


Apple directly market two suitable cables from Mophie:


  • mophie USB-A Cable with USB-C Connector (1 m)

https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/HN892ZM/A


  • mophie USB-A Cable with USB-C Connector (2 m)

https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/HN8A2ZM/A


As you are likely aware, direct connection permits full synchronisation of data and all media files from your iTunes Music Library - the latter not being possible via iCloud.

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Feb 12, 2021 2:43 AM in response to susanl1950

Your new iPad Air4 is suppled with a USB-C to USB-C cable.


If your computer has USB Type-A ports, this being the more commonly used standard for older devices, you’ll require a USB-C to USB3 Type-A cable. These are readily available from good computer stores.


Apple directly market two suitable cables from Mophie:


  • mophie USB-A Cable with USB-C Connector (1 m)

https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/HN892ZM/A


  • mophie USB-A Cable with USB-C Connector (2 m)

https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/HN8A2ZM/A


As you are likely aware, direct connection permits full synchronisation of data and all media files from your iTunes Music Library - the latter not being possible via iCloud.

Sync Ipad air to Imac

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