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Apple · Cables

Apple Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C) Pro Cable (1m)

USB-CThunderbolt 5Thunderbolt 4Thunderbolt 3

Data
Thunderbolt 5 up to 120Gb/s; TB3/TB4/USB4 up to 80Gb/s; USB 3 up to 10Gb/s
Video
DisplayPort 2.1 (UHBR20)
Power
Up to 240W
  • iPhone17/34: Works, 17 of 34 models
  • iPad22/23: Works, 22 of 23 models
  • Mac45/45: Works, 45 of 45 models
  • Watch—: Not compatible, 0 of 20 models
  • AirPods8/12: Works, 8 of 12 models

Apple · Cases & sleeves

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Silicone Case with MagSafe

MagSafeQi2Qi

Material
Silicone exterior, microfibre lining
Fits
iPhone 18 Pro
Magnets
Built-in magnets aligned to iPhone 18 Pro (MagSafe)
  • iPhone1/34: Works, 1 of 34 models
  • iPad—: Not compatible, 0 of 23 models
  • Mac—: Not compatible, 0 of 45 models
  • Watch—: Not compatible, 0 of 20 models
  • AirPods—: Not compatible, 0 of 12 models

Apple · Cases & sleeves

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max Clear Case with MagSafe

MagSafeQi2Qi

Material
Optically clear polycarbonate blended with flexible materials
Fits
iPhone 18 Pro Max
Coating
Scratch-resistant coating inside and out; materials optimised against yellowing
  • iPhone1/34: Works, 1 of 34 models
  • iPad—: Not compatible, 0 of 23 models
  • Mac—: Not compatible, 0 of 45 models
  • Watch—: Not compatible, 0 of 20 models
  • AirPods—: Not compatible, 0 of 12 models

Apple · Cases & sleeves

Apple iPhone 17 Clear Case with MagSafe

MagSafeQi2Qi

Material
Optically clear polycarbonate blended with flexible materials
Fits
iPhone 17
Coating
Scratch-resistant coating inside and out; materials optimised against yellowing
  • iPhone1/34: Works, 1 of 34 models
  • iPad—: Not compatible, 0 of 23 models
  • Mac—: Not compatible, 0 of 45 models
  • Watch—: Not compatible, 0 of 20 models
  • AirPods—: Not compatible, 0 of 12 models

Apple · Hubs, docks & adapters

Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter

USB-CHDMI

Ports
HDMI, standard USB port, USB-C charging port
Video
Up to 3840x2160 at 60Hz on models Apple lists; 1080p60 or UHD 30Hz on older listed models
Display mode
Mirrors the connected device to an HDMI TV or display
  • iPhone17/34: Works, 17 of 34 models
  • iPad22/23: Works, 22 of 23 models
  • Mac45/45: Works, 45 of 45 models
  • Watch—: Not compatible, 0 of 20 models
  • AirPods—: Not compatible, 0 of 12 models

Apple · Keyboards, mice & trackpads

Apple Magic Keyboard (USB-C) – British English

BluetoothUSB-C

Connection
Bluetooth, USB-C port (pairs and charges over USB-C)
Battery
Rechargeable; about a month or more between charges (Apple)
Size
27.89 × 11.49 cm; 0.41–1.09 cm high
  • iPhone34/34: Works, 34 of 34 models
  • iPad23/23: Works, 23 of 23 models
  • Mac45/45: Works, 45 of 45 models
  • Watch—: Not compatible, 0 of 20 models
  • AirPods—: Not compatible, 0 of 12 models

Apple · Keyboards, mice & trackpads

Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID (USB-C) – British English

BluetoothUSB-C

Touch ID
For logins and unlocking a Mac with Apple silicon
Connection
Bluetooth, USB-C port
Battery
About a month or more between charges (Apple)
  • iPhone25/34: Works, 25 of 34 models
  • iPad23/23: Works, 23 of 23 models
  • Mac45/45: Works, 45 of 45 models
  • Watch—: Not compatible, 0 of 20 models
  • AirPods—: Not compatible, 0 of 12 models

Apple · Keyboards, mice & trackpads

Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad (USB-C) – British English

BluetoothUSB-C

Layout
Extended: numeric keypad, document navigation keys, full-size arrow keys
Touch ID
Yes (Mac with Apple silicon)
Connection
Bluetooth, USB-C port
  • iPhone25/34: Works, 25 of 34 models
  • iPad23/23: Works, 23 of 23 models
  • Mac45/45: Works, 45 of 45 models
  • Watch—: Not compatible, 0 of 20 models
  • AirPods—: Not compatible, 0 of 12 models

Apple · Monitors & stands for Mac

Apple Studio Display (2026)

Thunderbolt 5USB-C

Display
27-inch 5K Retina, 5120x2880, 218 ppi, 600 nits, 60Hz, P3
Ports
2 × Thunderbolt 5 (up to 120Gb/s: 1 upstream to host, 1 downstream for accessories or daisy-chaining displays), 2 × USB-C (up to 10Gb/s)
Host charging
96W over the upstream Thunderbolt 5 port
  • iPhone14/34: Works, 14 of 34 models
  • iPad23/23: Works, 23 of 23 models
  • Mac45/45: Works, 45 of 45 models
  • Watch—: Not compatible, 0 of 20 models
  • AirPods—: Not compatible, 0 of 12 models

Apple · Apple Watch bands & chargers

Apple Watch Magnetic Fast Charger to USB-C Cable (1 m)

USB-CApple Watch charger

Connector
USB-C
Length
1 m, woven
Fast charge
Series 7 and later, Ultra models (Apple)
  • iPhone—: Not compatible, 0 of 34 models
  • iPad—: Not compatible, 0 of 23 models
  • Mac—: Not compatible, 0 of 45 models
  • Watch20/20: Works, 20 of 20 models
  • AirPods5/12: Works, 5 of 12 models

Apple · Apple Watch bands & chargers

Apple 46mm Sport Loop

Case sizes (Apple)
44mm, 45mm, 46mm, 49mm
Material
80% recycled nylon, 100% recycled polyester, 100% recycled spandex
Weave
Double-layer nylon weave, soft loops on skin side
  • iPhone—: Not compatible, 0 of 34 models
  • iPad—: Not compatible, 0 of 23 models
  • Mac—: Not compatible, 0 of 45 models
  • Watch12/20: Works, 12 of 20 models
  • AirPods—: Not compatible, 0 of 12 models

Apple · iPad keyboards & styluses

Apple Pencil Pro

Bluetooth

Features
Squeeze, barrel roll (gyroscope), haptic feedback, hover, double tap, Find My
Charging
Attaches, pairs and charges magnetically on the side of iPad
Size
8.9 mm diameter; 166 mm long
  • iPhone—: Not compatible, 0 of 34 models
  • iPad11/23: Works, 11 of 23 models
  • Mac—: Not compatible, 0 of 45 models
  • Watch—: Not compatible, 0 of 20 models
  • AirPods—: Not compatible, 0 of 12 models

Apple · iPad keyboards & styluses

Apple Pencil (USB-C)

USB-CBluetooth

Pairing / charging
Via USB-C Charge Cable
Storage
Attaches magnetically to the side of iPad
Features
Pixel-perfect precision, low latency, tilt sensitivity; hover on listed iPad Pro/Air models
  • iPhone—: Not compatible, 0 of 34 models
  • iPad22/23: Works, 22 of 23 models
  • Mac—: Not compatible, 0 of 45 models
  • Watch—: Not compatible, 0 of 20 models
  • AirPods—: Not compatible, 0 of 12 models

Apple · iPad keyboards & styluses

Apple Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro 11-inch (M5) – British English

USB-C

Trackpad
Larger glass trackpad with haptic feedback
Keys
Backlit, scissor mechanism, 1mm travel; 14-key function row
Charging
USB-C connector in the hinge for pass-through charging
  • iPhone—: Not compatible, 0 of 34 models
  • iPad2/23: Works, 2 of 23 models
  • Mac—: Not compatible, 0 of 45 models
  • Watch—: Not compatible, 0 of 20 models
  • AirPods—: Not compatible, 0 of 12 models

Apple · iPad keyboards & styluses

Apple Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro 13-inch (M5) – British English

USB-C

Trackpad
Larger glass trackpad with haptic feedback
Keys
Backlit, scissor mechanism, 1mm travel; 14-key function row
Charging
USB-C connector in the hinge for pass-through charging
  • iPhone—: Not compatible, 0 of 34 models
  • iPad2/23: Works, 2 of 23 models
  • Mac—: Not compatible, 0 of 45 models
  • Watch—: Not compatible, 0 of 20 models
  • AirPods—: Not compatible, 0 of 12 models

Apple · iPad keyboards & styluses

Apple Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 11-inch (M4) – British English

USB-C

Trackpad
Large glass trackpad
Keys
Scissor mechanism, 1mm travel; 14-key function row
Charging
USB-C connector for pass-through charging
  • iPhone—: Not compatible, 0 of 34 models
  • iPad5/23: Works, 5 of 23 models
  • Mac—: Not compatible, 0 of 45 models
  • Watch—: Not compatible, 0 of 20 models
  • AirPods—: Not compatible, 0 of 12 models

Apple · iPad keyboards & styluses

Apple Magic Keyboard for iPad Air 13-inch (M4) – British English

USB-C

Trackpad
Large glass trackpad
Keys
Scissor mechanism, 1mm travel; 14-key function row
Charging
USB-C connector for pass-through charging
  • iPhone—: Not compatible, 0 of 34 models
  • iPad3/23: Works, 3 of 23 models
  • Mac—: Not compatible, 0 of 45 models
  • Watch—: Not compatible, 0 of 20 models
  • AirPods—: Not compatible, 0 of 12 models

Apple · iPad keyboards & styluses

Apple Magic Keyboard Folio for iPad (A16) – British English

Keys
Scissor mechanism, 1mm travel; 14-key function row
Trackpad
Large click-anywhere trackpad
Design
Two-piece: detachable keyboard plus protective back panel with adjustable stand; magnetic attachment
  • iPhone—: Not compatible, 0 of 34 models
  • iPad2/23: Works, 2 of 23 models
  • Mac—: Not compatible, 0 of 45 models
  • Watch—: Not compatible, 0 of 20 models
  • AirPods—: Not compatible, 0 of 12 models

Apple · Cleaning kits

Apple Polishing Cloth

Material
Soft, non-abrasive
Use
Any Apple display, including nano-texture (Apple)
Compatibility
iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Studio Display and Pro Display XDR models per Apple list
  • iPhone34/34: Works, 34 of 34 models
  • iPad23/23: Works, 23 of 23 models
  • Mac45/45: Works, 45 of 45 models
  • Watch20/20: Works, 20 of 20 models
  • AirPods12/12: Works, 12 of 12 models

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