About the Apple USB-C to USB Adapter
Connect a Mac that has a Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) or USB-C port to a USB-A device.
The USB-C to USB Adapter connects a Mac that has a Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) or USB-C port to a device that uses a USB-A cable.
To connect an iPhone or iPad with USB-C connector to the USB-A port on a Mac, use a third-party cable, such as the Belkin BOOST↑Charge Pro Flex USB-A to USB-C Cable.
Data transfer and charging other devices
USB-A
Use the USB-A port of this adapter with flash drives, cameras, USB hubs and other devices that connect to USB-A for transferring data or charging. It supports data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps (USB 3.1 Gen 1).
For example, you can connect the Apple Lightning to USB Cable to this port to sync and charge your iPhone, iPad or iPod. Or use the