iPhone 14 doesn't use compatible USB cord to plug phone into car's USB port to play Spotify through my Ford SYNC system

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iPhone 14 doesn't use compatible USB cord to plug phone into car's USB port to play Spotify through my Ford SYNC system

My iPhone 14 doesn't use a compatible USB cord/cable so I can't plug my phone into my car's USB port, allowing me to play Spotify through my Ford SYNC system. Is there something I can purchase to convert my current cord to USB or some other remedy for this problem? If I had known this prior to purchasing the iPhone 14, I NEVER would have bought it. Additionally, I have to charge my iPhone through the cigarette lighter (REALLY???) or use a battery pack. What a joke!

iPhone 14, iOS 18

Posted on Oct 10, 2025 7:45 PM

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Oct 10, 2025 7:50 PM in response to singer462

I'm assuming your Ford has either a USB A or USB C plug? iPhone 14 uses lightning to the phone. There are many many cables you buy on Amazon which are either USB C to Lightning or USB A to Lightning. First you need to know what your car requires, then we can go from there. Open the owners many you got with the car, which will tell you what plugs will work with your car.

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