If you need to connect a USB-A cable to your MacBook Pro, get an adapterThe MacBook Pro may be a powerful computer to meet every pro's demanding needs, but it falls very short when it comes to legacy ports. There aren't any. All of Apple's MacBook lineup is 100-percent USB-C now, which means you may have a few accessories and peripherals you can't connect to it. If you're looking for a simple adapter to connect a single peripheral (or maybe two), these are our picks for the best USB-C adapters.
For USB-A
Apple's USB-C to USB Adapter
Staff favorite
Nothing is simpler and more necessary than a single-use USB-A to USB-C adapter, and nothing is more reliable than having one directly from Apple. With this "dongle," you won't ever have to worry about whether it'll be supported with future updates. It does support syncing and charging, so you're covered for all of your basic iPhone to MacBook Pro needs.
$19 at Apple
Best budget adapter
AmazonBasics USB-C to USB 3.1 adapter
For a no-frills connection, you aren't going to get any cheaper than this. Am...
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If you need to connect a USB-A cable to your MacBook Pro, get an adapter
