iPhone 12 & 12 Pro Headphone Jack Chargers: How to Charge iPhone While you Listen to Music

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Up until Apple released the iPhone 7, iPhones had normal headphone jacks and separate Lightning ports for charging. With the iPhone 7, both ports merged into a single Lightning port meaning you can either listen to music (with Lightning headphones) or charge your phone–but not both at the same time. Well, here’s some good news: several third party manufacturers are now coming out with adapters that allow you to listen to music and charge your iPhone 7 at the same time!

All the chargers in this article will work for all current iPhone models including iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone Xs, iPhone Xr, iPhone SE, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro max. You can also use them with iPads and iPad Pros.

How to charge iPhone and listen to headphones at the same time:

Belkin Rockstar 3.5 mm Audio and Lightning Splitter

If you want a reliable dongle from a trusted brand name, the Belkin Rockstar is a great option for iPhone owners. It’s available in two styles depending on what type of headphones you have, a 3.5 mm audio port for traditional headphones, and a lightning port.

Like all of these adapters, it doesn’t support audio split, but you can listen to music and charge your phone at the same time. It also supports passthrough charging up to 12W so you can use it will your iPhone or iPad. Supports up to 48 KHz, 24 bit audio output.


2 in 1 Lightning to 3.5mm Adapter for iPhone

If you need flexibility with your cables, especially if they’re often bending at opposing angles, this lightning and audio splitter is perfect for charging your iPhone while listening to music at the same time. This one is different from other splitters because instead of being a brick shaped port splitter, it offers a flexible cable and both a Lightning port and a normal headphone jack. Some users might find this more convenient or desirable because they may feel it has less of a chance of snapping off or stressing the inside of their iPhone 12’s Lightning port. It’s perfect for using in the car to connect to the stereo or at your desk while you work.

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Best Lightning to Headphone Adapters & Converters for iPhones

It’s hard to find dedicated Lightning to normal, 1/8th inch jack headphone adapters these days for iPhones and iPads. But there are a few Lightning to headphone jack adapters and converters already on the market and they’re getting great reviews. Many of these products are imported from Japan, often a leader in new technology– and these devices are quite new. Here are some of the best Lightning to headphone adapters we’ve found.

All of the adapters in this article will work for all current iPhone models including iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone Xs, iPhone Xr, iPhone SE, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro max. You can also use them with iPads and iPad Pros.

Apple Lightning to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter

If you lost the adapter that came with your iPhone or bought a new model that doesn’t come with one, you can easily get a replacement adapter straight from Apple. Designed to match flawlessly with Earpods, is works with all Apple products featuring iOS 10 or later.


Lightning to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter

If you’re looking for an Apple MFi certified, adapter, this one from IQIYI is a great choice. It easiy plugs into your iPhone with no warning messages and works perfectly with Apple EarPods, so you can make calls and control your music without issue. You can also use it with other headphones and 3.5mm audio jacks. Great for in the car or hooking your phone up to your speakers. It also provides the sound quality you expect with no interferance. Including the extending cable, this adapter is 5.12″ long.




Tera Grand Lightning to Headphone Jack Adapter

If you have problems with normal adapters fraying or breaking, this is a stury alternative. Tera Grand makes this MFi certified lightning to 3.5mm headphone jack adapter with a sturdy PVC jacket that is also very flexible.

Use this connector to listen to music or podcasts with your favorite headphones, or connect to speakers or your car stereo with ease. It also works great with Apple EarPods so you can control your music and make calls with your headphones. Comes in black.


3 Pack Lightning to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter

Stock up or make sure you have an adapter for the whole family. This three pack comes with Apple MFi Certify lightning to 3.5 mm audio jack adapters. They look just like the official Apple dongles, and are ready to use with traditional headphones or speakers.

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