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Can I use my old wired ear buds with my new iPad?

Can I use my old wired ear buds with my new iPad?

iPad Pro, iPadOS 14

Posted on Aug 12, 2021 6:38 AM

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Posted on Aug 12, 2021 7:12 AM

Yes, but you will need an appropriate adapter suitable for your iPad:

For an iPad with a Lightning connector:

Lightning to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter

https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/MMX62ZM/A

For a 2020 iPad Air4 - or 2018/2020/2021 model of iPad Pro:

USB-C to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter

https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/MU7E2ZM/A

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Aug 12, 2021 7:12 AM in response to joekmcmahon

Yes, but you will need an appropriate adapter suitable for your iPad:

For an iPad with a Lightning connector:

Lightning to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter

https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/MMX62ZM/A

For a 2020 iPad Air4 - or 2018/2020/2021 model of iPad Pro:

USB-C to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter

https://store.apple.com/uk/xc/product/MU7E2ZM/A

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Aug 12, 2021 7:08 AM in response to joekmcmahon

if the connector fits sure, you can also use headsets not made by apple if the connector fits

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Can I use my old wired ear buds with my new iPad?

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