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All iPads Extreme Problem: Which iPad to buy for 3.5mm headphone jack?
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$0 just to diagnose.
$249 to repair which is basically giving you a replacement iPad (likely refurb).
I can't see why the Air wouldn't be supported. It's pretty much the same HW as the Pro.
I'm guessing they have missed to list it.
E-mail them and ask. And even if you don't wanna use Belkin, there are a lot of others to choose from.
Ugreen is a well known brand, they list the Air.
I just submitted my order for this:
I took all the advice I received in this thread and made a purchase.
The iPad Mini was cheaper but the iPad Air seems to be much better for the future because of the M3 CPU? I just want an iPad that'll receive software updates for a long time.
Apple iPad Air (M3) (11-inch, Wi-Fi, 128GB) - Space Grey
The 11-inch iPad Air. Built for Apple Intelligence. Supercharged by the lightning-fast Apple M3 chip. It features a stunning Liquid Retina display, a 12MP Center Stage front camera for even better video calls, and blazing-fast Wi-Fi 6E. And it works with Apple Pencil Pro, Magic Keyboard and Smart...
www.amazon.com.au
I took all the advice I received in this thread and made a purchase.
The iPad Mini was cheaper but the iPad Air seems to be much better for the future because of the M3 CPU? I just want an iPad that'll receive software updates for a long time.
The air is supported, all USB C ipads use the same stack it will work fine.
You could just get an iPad without a 3.5mm jack 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Thank you for your replies!
I REALLY need to be able to use my 3.5mm headphones so any help would be great!!!
I really want to avoid buying a no name brand so these are the two adapters I'm trying to decide between:
Belkin and Apple:
www.belkin.com
I REALLY need to be able to use my 3.5mm headphones so any help would be great!!!
I really want to avoid buying a no name brand so these are the two adapters I'm trying to decide between:
Belkin and Apple:
RockStar™ 3.5mm Audio + USB-C Charge Adapter | Belkin AU
Listen to music and take calls while getting up to 60W of passthrough power. Keep an open USB-C port with single-port devices to enjoy uninterrupted function while maintaining the fast charging capabilities of your device.
www.belkin.com
Apple USB-C to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter
The USB-C to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter lets you connect devices that use a standard 3.5mm audio plug — like headphones or speakers — to your USB-C devices.
www.amazon.com.au
Thank you for your replies!
I REALLY need to be able to use my 3.5mm headphones so any help would be great!!!
I really want to avoid buying a no name brand so these are the two adapters I'm trying to decide between:
Belkin and Apple:
RockStar™ 3.5mm Audio + USB-C Charge Adapter | Belkin AU
Listen to music and take calls while getting up to 60W of passthrough power. Keep an open USB-C port with single-port devices to enjoy uninterrupted function while maintaining the fast charging capabilities of your device.
Apple USB-C to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter
The USB-C to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter lets you connect devices that use a standard 3.5mm audio plug — like headphones or speakers — to your USB-C devices.www.amazon.com.au
The Apple adapter definitely works - I have one.
But I won't be able to charge and listen to audio with the 3.5mm headphone jack at the same time right??? 😢😢😢
Right. If you want to do that, get the Belkin - they're reputable.
Thank you for your reply!
Is the one I linked the best one to buy? I'm tempted to buy the Apple one located here just because of Apple's build quality in their products: https://www.amazon.com.au/Apple-USB.../dp/B0DNFZH8JS/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_pb_opt?ie=UTF8
The Belkin gets some mixed reviews on Amazon while the Apple adapter is solid. Really depends on how badly you want/need the charging capability (I didn't).
u need really half a year to decide if u wanna invest 40$ on an adapter on this extreme problem 
I just want to make sure I'm buying the right thing...u need really half a year to decide if u wanna invest 40$ on an adapter on this extreme problem
I bought the UGREEN product mentioned earlier in this thread, and it works great for charging and using 3.5mm earbuds/headphones at the same time.
Thank you for your reply!
I have no experience with UGREEN so I'm looking at getting the Belkin because it's a well known brand.
Even if the UGREEN is cheaper it doesn't seem like it's worth saving a few dollars if it's not gonna last a long time or if it gives me problems when I'm using it.
I'd go crazy if I need to keep adjusting the adaptor whenever I use it... 😢😢😢
That’s fine, of course. I only posted because you seemed to be uncertain about what to buy.
USB-C to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter
Buy USB-C to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter
The USB-C to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter lets you connect a standard 3.5 mm audio plug to your USB-C devices. Perfect for headphones or speakers.
www.apple.com
Thank you for your reply!USB-C to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter
View attachment 2589554Buy USB-C to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter
The USB-C to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter lets you connect a standard 3.5 mm audio plug to your USB-C devices. Perfect for headphones or speakers.www.apple.com
However, the Apple adapter you linked only seems to provide a 3.5mm headphone jack and cannot charge at the same time as the 3.5mm headphone jack is in use??
Thank you for your reply!
However, the Apple adapter you linked only seems to provide a 3.5mm headphone jack and cannot charge at the same time as the 3.5mm headphone jack is in use??
True (I have one).
When in doub, google it ther are several including name brands like Belkin
Thank you for your reply!
Even though it lacks the charging ability I'm looking for, how well does the adapter work overall?
Thank you for your reply!
Even though it lacks the charging ability I'm looking for, how well does the adapter work overall?
It works perfectly, no issues with it.
Thank you for your reply!
I'm just curious why you didn't choose the iPad adaptor that can charge and ALSO use a 3.5mm headphone jack?
I generally use my iPad with a Magic Keyboard case which has a USB-C port for charging. And when not using it, I felt I had enough battery life to get through.
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I have a question is there a reason a pair of Bluetooth headphones wouldn’t work? Something like the Sony CH-520 isn’t too bad price wise and even comes in some cool/cute colors and would let you charge the iPad while listening to music.
I’m sure there’s also adapters for your headphones that would let you use them as Bluetooth headphones.
I’m sure there’s also adapters for your headphones that would let you use them as Bluetooth headphones.