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White Lightning SD card reader with compact rectangular body

EN-Labs

EN-Labs 8PINCRSD Lightning SD Card Reader White

SKU CH-H1V1-C730S

Lightning SD card reader imports photos and HD video directly to iPhone or iPad running iOS 9.2 or later at up to 16 MB/s

  • Product type1 card
  • Product colorWhite
  • Key featuresThis is a great Reader for a SLR and Trail Game Camera. You
  • Import photos and HD video directly to iPhone or iPad with no app required
  • Lightning connector works with iOS 9.2 or later on iPhone 6 through X and iPad models
  • Transfers at 14MB/s to 16MB/s via USB 2.0, faster than wireless alternatives
  • Reads standard SD and SDHC cards up to 64GB in JPEG, RAW, H.264 and MPEG-4 formats
  • Micro SD cards supported when used with an adapter in the single card slot

Lightning SD Card Reader for iOS

The EN-Labs 8PINCRSD Lightning SD Card Reader connects standard SD and SDHC cards to iPhone and iPad models running iOS 9.2 or later. It is designed for photographers using SLR or trail game cameras who want to import JPEG, RAW, H.264 or MPEG-4 files directly to their device without a computer or extra apps. The white adapter supports cards up to 64 GB and works with the DCIM folder structure.

Plug-and-play with folder and capacity limits

Installation is straightforward: confirm the device runs iOS 9.2 or higher, insert the SD card into the slot, then plug the Lightning connector into the iPhone or iPad. The reader only recognises files stored in a DCIM folder and will not work with Sony-branded SD cards. Micro SD cards require a separate adapter to fit the full-size slot. Transfer speeds reach 14 to 16 MB/s over a USB 2.0 interface.

Maximum 64 GB SD card capacity

The single specification that decides compatibility is the 64 GB upper limit for SD and SDHC cards; larger capacities are not supported. Buyers who need to offload cards above 64 GB or who rely on Sony SD media should look for a different solution. The reader also requires the host device to be on iOS 9.2 or newer, so older iPhones and iPads cannot use it.

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Price $8.99
Cheaper than about 87% of the 511 comparable items (median $18.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameEn-Labs
Model name8PINCRSD
Product type1 card
Product colorWhite

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the reader is working correctly after plugging it into my iPhone 7?

The Photos app opens automatically and shows the DCIM folder contents from the SD card, letting you import JPEG, RAW, H.264 or MPEG-4 files without any extra app.

What comes in the box and what must I purchase separately to use a microSD card?

The package includes the Lightning to SD Card Camera Reader only; a microSD-to-SD adapter is required separately for microSD or TF cards.

Which iOS version and maximum SD capacity should I choose for reliable operation with my iPad Air 2?

Use iOS 9.2 or later and an SD or SDHC card no larger than 64 GB; Sony-branded cards are not compatible.

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