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So Lightning is an 8-pin replacement for the 30-pin connector. And Thunderbolt is still the all-in-one replacement for all wired connections. So apparently the
by stephengillie 14y ago
So Lightning is an 8-pin replacement for the 30-pin connector.
And Thunderbolt is still the all-in-one replacement for all wired connections. So apparently the purpose behind the Thunderbolt connector subsumes the purpose behind the Lightning connector, yet the existence of Thunderbolt does not obviate Lightning's existence.
Sorry for the slow uptake, Galileo ;)
- rangibaby 14y agoTB requires active cables, which are hideously expensive (for now, at least?). Even a 50cm one is $29 from Apple. http://store.apple.com/us/product/MD862ZM/A/apple-thunderbolt-cable-05-m http://store.apple.com/us/product/MD862ZM/A/apple-thunderbol...