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What is the difference between a USB-C to lightening cable &

lightening to USB cable?

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Posted on Jun 17, 2021 1:21 PM

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Posted on Jun 17, 2021 1:26 PM

The USB-C cable has a USB-C connector on one end instead of a USB connector. It is a newer standard and is smaller. See photos in: USB-C to Lightning Cable (1 m) - Apple

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Jun 17, 2021 1:26 PM in response to Cxzsa22

The USB-C cable has a USB-C connector on one end instead of a USB connector. It is a newer standard and is smaller. See photos in: USB-C to Lightning Cable (1 m) - Apple

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Lightning to USB Cable (1 m) - Apple

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