> Since USB-C has made its way to some iPads, my guess is Apple is in the process of phasing out lightning connectors entirely. It could also be more that Appl

> Since USB-C has made its way to some iPads, my guess is Apple is in the process of phasing out lightning connectors entirely. It could also be more that Apple is trying to position the iPad Pro as a "laptop replacement" - and their laptop has type-C ports - so having the same port makes it feel and work more like a laptop.