When Apple quietly killed off the iPod Classic in September 2014, it took with it the last Apple device using the company’s 30-pin connector. There are plenty of Qi-certified charging pads available on the market, so you don't have to hope for the ball to start rolling on Apple's problematic – and currently stalled – AirPower charging system again, either. Only get this if you intend to use Lightning earbuds, such as the EarPods that come with your phone. However, the version with one Lightning and one 3.5mm port is the one we recommend the most. And after USB-C has run its course on iPhones and the Android handsets that've already adopted it, you have to believe the endgame for phone connections will be solely wireless and portless. With a distinctive right-angle design, the Mangotek Lightning to 3.5mm Headphone Adapter focuses on mobility. This design reduces the total size of the adapter and improves its appearance when in use because it does not protrude too far away from a phone or tablet.

But more recent versions of the iPhone have not only ditched the adapter but also omitted bundled EarPods and even a charger – iPhone 12 and 13 models come with just a USB-C to Lightning cable. This means you'll either have to buy an adapter, some EarPods, a pair of wireless headphones, or a set of Lightning headphones. Most significantly, Mangotek’s adapter is MFi approved, so you won’t have to worry about incompatibility difficulties when listening to your favorite tunes. Simply put the converter into your iPhone, wait a few seconds for your Apple equipment to recognize it, and then enjoy the music ambiance and watch your favorite movies or series on Netflix! Furthermore, the long-lasting design is undeniable, with no damages, scratches, bendings, or tearings to contend with. To access and use all Apple Card features and products available only to Apple Card users, you must add Apple Card to Wallet on an iPhone or iPad that supports and has the latest version of iOS or iPadOS. Apple Card is subject to credit approval, available only for qualifying applicants in the United States, and issued by Goldman Sachs Bank USA, Salt Lake City Branch.This JSAUX lightning to 3.5mm converter is also worth considering. First and foremost, it satisfies Apple’s MFi certification standards. The Apple MFi certification and JSAUX stringent quality testing ensure that you can connect to your Apple devices securely and easily. Simplify Connection: The Lightning to Aux Cable plays music directly from iPhone/iPad/iPod on other aux output devices, like streaming audio from iPhone 14 Pro Max to headphones/Hi-Fi speaker, from iPhone 13/12 to Car stereo. With the iPhone 7, it was no longer feasible to listen to music with wired headphones while charging (both require the Lightning port), but Apple rectified this issue with the iPhone 8, 8 Plus, and X series by offering Qi-standard wireless charging.

But there are plenty more (and better) pairs of headphones that use the Lightning connection, such as Libratone's Q Adapt range of headphones (which also feature noise-cancelling), the JBL Reflect Aware, and the Pioneer Rayz headphones. With certified MFi chipset, UGREEN Lightning Aux Cable is fully compatible with iPhone/iPad/iPod. No error message pops up. The 3.5mm headphone connector had been on portable devices since 1964 when it launched on the Sony EFM-117J radio. It subsequently became popular in 1979 with the release of the Sony Walkman. B&W's flagship Signature P9 wireless headphones also include a Lightning adapter in the box, while Beats (an Apple subsidiary since 2014) has a dedicated urBeats3 model with Lightning connector. While it does not support USB-C, it does support fast charging at up to 12W — the same speed as an iPad power adapter. Belkin’s adapter is available in two configurations, so be sure to read the description carefully before purchasing or attempting to use it!Latterly, of course, wireless headphones have also been Lightning's main competition, and it's quite clear that for Apple (and nearly everyone else in the headphone manufacturing space, for that matter), wireless – and more so, 'true' wirelessness – is the way forward. Apple has developed a reputation for delivering some of the best-sounding smartphones on the market, and the current apple iphone 12 essentially continues where the iPhone 11 left off. There are plenty of Qi-certified charging pads on the market, so you don’t have to wait for Apple’s troublesome – and now stopped – AirPower charging system to resume.

Belkin 3.5 mm Audio Cable With Lightning Connector Belkin 3.5 mm Audio Cable With Lightning Connector Want another unique suggestion? Beats also offers a joint effort with Tokyo-based fashion brand Ambush. Essentially, it's a glow-in-the-dark, Ambush-branded version of the Powerbeats wireless earbuds. Things are about to get as simple as they can get: you are about to get a dependable UGREEN 3.5mm lightning converter that has been certified by Apple to fulfill stringent iPhone specifications. Ultimately, that post-2015 momentum for producing Lightning headphones has now well and truly waned, with fewer pairs being launched. That's not surprising considering the world has gone wireless, and rumours have circulated for a while now that Apple might ditch Lightning for USB-C in the near future. Most people who listen to their iPhone with wired headphones these days probably just use the Lightning-to-3.5mm adapter, even if it looks clunky. Wireless earphones did tend to sound worse than similarly priced wired models, and while there is still a gap between the best wireless and wired pairs at the same price level, it has got a lot narrower in recent years.You'll need an adapter. Either one that goes from 3.5mm to Lightning, or one that goes from 3.5mm to Bluetooth. Will Apple have one of those adapters in the box? The most obvious problem we faced when ditching the 3.5mm headphone connection was that our existing headphones would no longer plug straight into our iPhones. Nor could we plug said iPhones straight into our system with a simple aux cord. This affected plenty of other accessories, too. More Stable Transmission: The MFi chipset helps to maintain faster conduction of the audio signal and greatly reduces delay. That said, Lightning headphones, which take digital rather than analogue audio from your device, do have the potential to sound better than their analogue counterparts –but it's a closely-run race. Any active noise-cancelling headphones that draw power from your iPhone could reduce battery life, which hasn't been the strong point of some of Apple's most recent handsets. Is the future Lightning?

The innovative strain relief design can withstand 15000+ bends in severe laboratory tests, and the quality aluminum housing increases the cable’s durability.

Extended wire joint design protects this iPhone Car Aux Cable from bending and improves its lifespan. Support iPhone 14 Pro Max / 14 Pro / 14 Plus / 14; Phone 13 / 13 Pro / 13 Pro Max / 13 Mini; iPhone 12 / 12 Mini / 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max; iPhone SE 3rd 2022 / SE 2020 / 11 / 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max / X / XR / XS / XS Max / 8 / 8 Plus; iPhone 7 / 7 Plus / 6 / 6 Plus / 6s / 6s Plus / SE 1st; Moving forward in time, one important gain stated by removing the 3.5mm port entirely in 2016 was the ability to make the iPhone 7 slimmer. However, it was no thinner than the prior model – the iPhone 7 and iPhone 6S both measured 7.1mm. Apple’s adapter also has a similar amp and digital-to-analog converter as the iPhone 6s, allowing it to power most consumer-level headphones or speakers. Because of its low price and small size, we recommend getting one for the house and one for your bag so you always have one with you. Love it or hate it, there’s no ignoring the fact that Apple has a huge influence over the smartphone and portable audio market.