# iPhone USB-C charger converter **URL:** \ **Category:** In My Humble Opinion\ **Created:** [September 6, 2023, 1:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/iphone-usb-c-charger-converter/989693 "2023-09-06T13:22:23Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 13\ **Page:** 2
**Author:** ![puzzlegal](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/puzzlegal/32/3827_2.png) [@puzzlegal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/puzzlegal)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2023, 4:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/iphone-usb-c-charger-converter/989693/21 "2023-09-06T16:29:40Z")
Also, Anchor is generally a solid brand, and the one referenced above is likely an excellent choice. Also, I agree with the ideas of 1. use the cigarette/power port, not the car’s USB ports 2. just buy a few cables with different tips, don’t get something complicated like a single cable with a lot of tips. One of them will wear out and you’ll have to replace the whole thing, possibly with an annoying debugging session first. ---
**Author:** ![Wolf333](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/wolf333/32/3460_2.png) [@Wolf333](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wolf333)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2023, 4:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/iphone-usb-c-charger-converter/989693/22 "2023-09-06T16:35:22Z")
These have USB-C, Lightning, and Micro USB. Get a decent usb-c charger, plug this in and you’re good to go. Cite: This is what I use to charge my iPad, Kindles, and Android devices. incofan Multi Charger Cable,… [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XQ5V94Z?ref=ppx\_pop\_mob\_ap\_share](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XQ5V94Z?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share) ---
**Author:** ![gnoitall](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/bb73d2/32.png) [@gnoitall](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/gnoitall)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2023, 4:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/iphone-usb-c-charger-converter/989693/23 "2023-09-06T16:50:59Z")
> [@puzzlegal](#): > > Anchor Autocorrect error? [https://www.anker.com/](https://www.anker.com/) If so, I concur. Anker is pretty much the premier brand of mobile charging and connection accessories. If you actually meant “Anchor”, might I suggest Sorny or Magnetbox brand accessories instead? ---
**Author:** ![puzzlegal](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/puzzlegal/32/3827_2.png) [@puzzlegal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/puzzlegal)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2023, 5:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/iphone-usb-c-charger-converter/989693/24 "2023-09-06T17:04:08Z")
Yes, autocorrect error. I meant Anker. ---
**Author:** ![bump](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/7c8e57/32.png) [@bump](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/bump)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2023, 9:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/iphone-usb-c-charger-converter/989693/25 "2023-09-06T21:07:13Z")
I would think your best bet would be something like this: [ArcStation™ Car Charger PC2200 - Spigen.com Official Site – Spigen Inc](https://www.spigen.com/collections/car-charger/products/car-charger-arc-sa?variant=41508003905583) along with USB-C cables and USB-C/Lightning cables. That way, you can charge Apple devices that use the Lightning cable for now, and also charge any Android or Apple that uses USB-C at as much as 65w. It may not be ideal for present day Apple users, but it will work, and it’s great for Android users (I’ve got that charger and it works fine with my work IPhone XR, as well as my Galaxy S23 Ultra). I’m a big Anker fan, but none of their current car chargers that I could find support USB-C PD 3.1 with PPS, which is necessary for the very fastest Android charging. ---
**Author:** ![LSLGuy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/lslguy/32/5813_2.png) [@LSLGuy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/LSLGuy)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2023, 9:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/iphone-usb-c-charger-converter/989693/26 "2023-09-06T21:55:56Z")
Let’s not forget the OP’s use case. He’s not trying to charge his own phone while dashing from high-phone-usage jobsite to high-phone-usage jobsite. He’s trying to offer a simple amenity to passengers in his Uber-mobile. The customers don’t need, and certainly won’t pay extra for, ultra-fast charging. Ordinary dumb charging is plenty good. The OP just needs a long cable with all 3 common connectors and an ordinary cig lighter adapter to plug the cable into. Fancier is just more expense for zero ROI. IMO, YMMV, etc. ---
**Author:** ![Mike\_Mabes](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/mike_mabes/32/1782_2.png) [@Mike\_Mabes](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mike_Mabes)\ **Post date:** [September 7, 2023, 1:16am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/iphone-usb-c-charger-converter/989693/27 "2023-09-07T01:16:00Z")
I should have mentioned I already have 2 USB-C cables, one long enough to reach the back seat, into the cigarette lighter, so I guess this is all I need. I do have an old micro USB in the house, I’ll toss it in the middle console. > **[Amazon.com: 3Pack,USB C Female to Compatible for Lightning Male Adapter type c...](https://www.amazon.com/Compatible-Lightning-Adapter-charging-connector/dp/B0969XMSSR)** > > 3Pack,USB C Female to Compatible for Lightning Male Adapter type c power charger plug charging cable connector for apple Compatible for iPhone 12 11Pro Max mini X/XR/XS/SE/8/7Plus 6s 6 5s for Ipad Air ---
**Author:** ![LSLGuy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/lslguy/32/5813_2.png) [@LSLGuy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/LSLGuy)\ **Post date:** [September 7, 2023, 1:21am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/iphone-usb-c-charger-converter/989693/28 "2023-09-07T01:21:47Z")
The problem with one of those little adaptors is the tendency for them to leave with your passenger. That’s where one of the dedicated 6’ long cords with 3 heads on it is ideal. The passenger is not walking off with your gear, whether by accident or deliberately. ---
**Author:** ![Dr.Strangelove](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/dr.strangelove/32/6613_2.png) [@Dr.Strangelove](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dr.Strangelove)\ **Post date:** [September 7, 2023, 1:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/iphone-usb-c-charger-converter/989693/29 "2023-09-07T01:24:47Z")
> [@LSLGuy](#): > > Ordinary dumb charging is plenty good. I’d disagree with this. Dumb chargers are _slow_. Generally \<5 W, and maybe \<2.5 W. A few bucks more on the adapter (like the one **echoreply** linked to) will mean users can charge at \>15 W. If a user wants to top off their phone on a relatively short Uber ride, that makes a difference. If a fast charger makes a user just a bit more likely to leave a $5 tip instead of $3, it’ll pay for itself in short order. A slow charger might be worse than nothing if it frustrates the user. ---
**Author:** ![Dewey\_Finn](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/dewey_finn/32/4222_2.png) [@Dewey\_Finn](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dewey_Finn)\ **Post date:** [September 7, 2023, 1:37am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/iphone-usb-c-charger-converter/989693/30 "2023-09-07T01:37:20Z")
> [@Mike\_Mabes](#): > > I should have mentioned I already have 2 USB-C cables, one long enough to reach the back seat, into the cigarette lighter, so I guess this is all I need. I do have an old micro USB in the house, I’ll toss it in the middle console. The problem is that someone might be tempted just to pocket the USB-C to Lightning adapter. I agree with whoever suggested using long charging cables that plug into the dashboard but extend to the back seat. ---
**Author:** ![Mike\_Mabes](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/mike_mabes/32/1782_2.png) [@Mike\_Mabes](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mike_Mabes)\ **Post date:** [September 7, 2023, 1:46am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/iphone-usb-c-charger-converter/989693/31 "2023-09-07T01:46:23Z")
I’m going with this one linked by @wolf333, it’s not real fast but it will keep their phone going until they get to their destination. If they are going home they’ll have one, and if to a party or bar (I mostly drive VaTech students), someone will have a charger . In a litle over a year I’ve only been asked twice for a charger, and 2 times it was for Android. ---
**Author:** ![LSLGuy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/lslguy/32/5813_2.png) [@LSLGuy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/LSLGuy)\ **Post date:** [September 7, 2023, 11:39am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/iphone-usb-c-charger-converter/989693/32 "2023-09-07T11:39:08Z")
> [@Mike\_Mabes](#): > > In a litle over a year I’ve only been asked twice for a charger, and 2 times it was for Android. You may find a lot more people will use one obviously available than will ask about one they don’t see. As a frequent rider I tend to assume that if it’s available at all, it’ll be out and obvious, whether it’s a charger cord, a cooler of bottled water, etc. If I don’t see it immediately, it simply isn’t available. Depending on your clientele @Dr.Strangelove’s objection to my earlier point may have a lot of validity. I tip well regardless, but tip extra heavy for extra good service. Of which a charger is but one possibility. Undergrads? You know that demographic; I sure don’t. ---
**Author:** ![TXRebel](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/6de8d8/32.png) [@TXRebel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/TXRebel)\ **Post date:** [September 7, 2023, 4:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/iphone-usb-c-charger-converter/989693/33 "2023-09-07T16:00:03Z")
I can’t figure out what I need to use to charge my IPad anywhere but a plug. I’m just not savvy enough to figure it out.My chair has charging but not like that. Make sense? [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/iphone-usb-c-charger-converter/989693.md?page=1)