Millions of perfectly good iPhones and AirPods still charge through Lightning, while new chargers, cars and laptops have moved to USB-C. The Beats USB-C to Lightning Cable Bolt Black bridges the two: a 1.5 m woven cable with a USB-C plug at one end and a Lightning connector at the other, finished in deep black. It supports fast charging on select iPhone and iPad models, syncs with a Mac or USB-C iPad, and works with CarPlay, so an iPhone 14 or earlier can use a modern USB-C adapter, car port or laptop without a converter.
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Who Still Needs a Lightning Cable
Apple moved the iPhone to USB-C with the iPhone 15, but Lightning devices are everywhere. The Beats USB-C to Lightning Cable Bolt Black is for anyone who owns one of them and wants a sturdier, better-looking cable than the thin white original. Apple’s compatibility list includes:
- iPhone: iPhone 5 through iPhone 14 Pro Max, and iPhone SE (1st, 2nd and 3rd generation).
- AirPods: AirPods (1st and 2nd generation), AirPods with Wireless Charging Case, AirPods (3rd generation) with Lightning or MagSafe case, AirPods Pro (1st generation) with MagSafe Lightning case, AirPods Pro 2 with the Lightning MagSafe case, and AirPods Max with Lightning connector.
- iPad and iPod: Lightning iPad models such as iPad (5th to 9th generation), iPad mini (1st to 5th generation), iPad Air (1st to 3rd generation) and early iPad Pro models, plus iPod touch (5th to 7th generation) and iPod nano (7th generation).
- Beats: Lightning models listed by Beats include Powerbeats Pro (original), Powerbeats (2020), Solo Pro, BeatsX and Beats Pill+.
The USB-C end of the Beats USB-C to Lightning Cable Bolt Black is the modern half of the story. It plugs into any USB-C power adapter, a USB-C car socket, a Mac or a USB-C iPad, which is why Apple’s list for this cable also includes current MacBook, iMac, Mac mini and iPad Pro models as hosts.
Why Bolt Black Suits the Beats USB-C to Lightning Cable Bolt Black
The cable most Lightning owners are replacing is the white one that came in the box, which yellows at the ends and frays near the connector after a couple of years. Bolt Black takes the opposite approach. The deep, near-matte black braid hides grime, sweat and car dust, so the Beats USB-C to Lightning Cable Bolt Black still looks tidy long after a white cable would look tired.
The Beats USB-C to Lightning Cable Bolt Black is also the practical colour choice for the places Lightning iPhones often end up. A second phone used as a work line on an office desk, an older iPhone mounted in the car for CarPlay navigation, or a child’s hand-me-down phone by the bed: in each case, a black lead blends in with chargers, consoles and furniture. It matches black and dark-coloured iPhones, Space Grey iPads and black Beats headphones. Each plug carries a small Beats logo, and Beats says the plugs are reinforced at common strain points to prevent fraying, which is exactly where Lightning cables usually fail.
Fast Charging and CarPlay on Lightning Devices
Apple describes the Beats USB-C to Lightning Cable Bolt Black as supporting fast charging on select iPhones and iPads, provided you connect the USB-C end to a suitable power adapter or USB-C device (not included). Apple does not publish a wattage figure for this cable, so the speed depends on the adapter and on what your iPhone or iPad supports. It also syncs compatible iOS devices with a Mac or other USB-C device and carries CarPlay in cars with a wired USB-C connection. Beats adds that the cable regulates voltage automatically for extra protection, that the woven jacket is tangle-free and soft to the touch, and that Beats cables undergo thousands of hours of testing.
Who This Is Not For
If you have an iPhone 15 or later, AirPods Pro 2 or AirPods 4 with a USB-C case, or any recent USB-C iPad, the Beats USB-C to Lightning Cable Bolt Black is the wrong cable; choose the Beats USB-C to USB-C version instead. It is also not for people with only old USB-A chargers or a car with USB-A ports, because the power end is USB-C.
Apple does not publish a data transfer rate or a maximum wattage for the Beats USB-C to Lightning Cable Bolt Black, so it is not the cable to buy for fast backups or high-wattage charging claims. And because Lightning is being phased out, think about how long you will keep the device: if an upgrade is coming soon, a USB-C to USB-C cable may serve you longer.
Ordering in the UAE
Totot delivers the Beats USB-C to Lightning Cable Bolt Black throughout the UAE in a maximum of 3 business days, and shipping costs nothing on orders of AED 300 and up. Faulty or non-matching items can be sent back within 14 days, and we ask that you report shipping damage within 48 hours of delivery. Cash on delivery, Tabby and Tamara are all available.
Browse more Cables at Totot, or see the official Beats product page.
Technical Specifications
- Product: Beats USB-C to Lightning Cable Bolt Black (official: Beats USB-C to Lightning Woven Cable, 1.5 m / 5 ft)
- Colour: Bolt Black
- Part number: MDGK4 (UAE listing MDGK4EE/A)
- Connectors: USB-C to Lightning
- Length: 1.5 m (5 ft)
- Charging: Fast charging on select iPhone and iPad models with a suitable USB-C adapter (not included); Apple does not publish a wattage
- Data: Syncs compatible iOS and USB-C devices; Apple does not publish a transfer rate
- Other uses: CarPlay
- Build: Tangle-free woven braid, reinforced anti-fray plugs, automatic voltage regulation
- Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot
FAQ
Will it work with my iPhone 15 or iPhone 16?
No. iPhone 15 and later use USB-C, so they need a USB-C to USB-C cable. The Beats USB-C to Lightning Cable Bolt Black is for iPhone 14 and earlier, iPhone SE and other Lightning devices.
Does it charge AirPods with a Lightning case and AirPods Max?
Yes. Apple lists AirPods (1st to 3rd generation) with Lightning cases, AirPods Pro with Lightning MagSafe cases and AirPods Max with Lightning connector as compatible.
How many watts does it support?
Apple does not publish a wattage for the Beats USB-C to Lightning Cable Bolt Black; it states only that it supports fast charging on select iPhones and iPads with a suitable USB-C adapter.
Does Bolt Black hide dirt better than the stone colour?
Yes. The black braid of the Beats USB-C to Lightning Cable Bolt Black hides dust, grime and car-interior marks far better than Surge Stone, which is why it suits cars and busy desks.
Which other colours does the Lightning version come in?
3 colours are listed by Apple for the 1.5 m USB-C to Lightning cable: Bolt Black, Surge Stone and Rapid Red. Nitro Navy is only available for the USB-C to USB-C cable.
Can I plug it into a UAE wall socket?
No, it needs a USB-C power adapter, which is not included. Any USB-C adapter with the UK-style three-pin Type G plug used in the UAE runs on the local 220-240V supply.
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