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What cable do I need to connect 2011 iMac to iPad Pro (11-inch)?

Greetings,


I need to be able to sync data between an older iMac and a newer iPad. I believe I first need to connect the two devices with a cable. What cable do I need in order to do this?


I think I can sync the two devices afterwards via WiFi once I've connected them via the cable.


Thanks!

Chris

iMac 27″, macOS 10.13

Posted on May 15, 2021 1:02 PM

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Posted on May 15, 2021 1:08 PM

You cannot connect them via a cable and air drop will not work because it needs a 2012 or later (iMac):


https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT203106

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May 15, 2021 1:30 PM in response to babowa

Wonderful (said with a liberal dose of sarcasm!)


I do appreciate your response babowa!


Why do I get the distinct feeling that when I buy one new Apple device, I might as well replace all my other Apple devices at the same time so that I don't run into issues like this. LOL


In other words, let them all go into obsolescence together!


I'm grateful for Apple products -- especially when they all work together! ;)

What cable do I need to connect 2011 iMac to iPad Pro (11-inch)?

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