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My friends iPad not charging, stays on red bar

Friends iPad has been losing charge for few weeks. Now it shows when charger in just red bar. Tried on different chargers, still no joy. Trued the reboot, pressing top and start button, still no good. Is the iPad dying, it’s about 6 years old. Thank you.


ps only guessing iPad edition as cannot open it

iPad (10th gen) WiFi

Posted on Nov 4, 2022 10:51 AM

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Posted on Nov 4, 2022 11:23 AM

As described, the iPad battery has very likely reached the end of its useable life - and may require replacement. Given the age of the iPad, a battery replacement might not be a cost effective solution - and may not even be an option for a device that is not longer in hardware-support with Apple.


Starting at the beginning, these support pages should help with troubleshooting battery and charging issues:

Charge and monitor the iPad battery - Apple Support

If your iPad won't charge – Apple Support


Troubleshooting generally requires substitution of the Power Adapter and cable for another known-good item. Most models of iPad require a Power Adapter rated at 12W or greater to reliably charge. 5W Power Adapters intended for older models of iPhone are inadequate to charge an iPad; if the iPad charges at all, charging will be very slow.


Be aware that many computer USB ports cannot source sufficient power to charge an iPad. Unless explicitly designed for charging connected devices, computer USB ports are typically limited to 0.5-1A @5V (i.e., 2.5-5.0W).


If you continue to experience difficulties when using an appropriate Power Adapter of 12W or greater, you might be best advised to seek assistance directly from from Apple Support - and request a remote diagnostic test. You can contact the Support Team using the Get Support link at top-right of this page. Alternatively, you can initiate and manage your support cases using the excellent Apple Support App. If not already installed on your iPad, the App can be downloaded from the App Store:

https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/apple-support/id1130498044


You might also visit the Genius Bar at your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) - where the technicians will be able to test and assess your iPad, Power Adapter and cable(s) - and, if battery replacement is needed, you’ll be able to explore your available options:

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

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Nov 4, 2022 11:23 AM in response to 134Nether

As described, the iPad battery has very likely reached the end of its useable life - and may require replacement. Given the age of the iPad, a battery replacement might not be a cost effective solution - and may not even be an option for a device that is not longer in hardware-support with Apple.


Starting at the beginning, these support pages should help with troubleshooting battery and charging issues:

Charge and monitor the iPad battery - Apple Support

If your iPad won't charge – Apple Support


Troubleshooting generally requires substitution of the Power Adapter and cable for another known-good item. Most models of iPad require a Power Adapter rated at 12W or greater to reliably charge. 5W Power Adapters intended for older models of iPhone are inadequate to charge an iPad; if the iPad charges at all, charging will be very slow.


Be aware that many computer USB ports cannot source sufficient power to charge an iPad. Unless explicitly designed for charging connected devices, computer USB ports are typically limited to 0.5-1A @5V (i.e., 2.5-5.0W).


If you continue to experience difficulties when using an appropriate Power Adapter of 12W or greater, you might be best advised to seek assistance directly from from Apple Support - and request a remote diagnostic test. You can contact the Support Team using the Get Support link at top-right of this page. Alternatively, you can initiate and manage your support cases using the excellent Apple Support App. If not already installed on your iPad, the App can be downloaded from the App Store:

https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/apple-support/id1130498044


You might also visit the Genius Bar at your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) - where the technicians will be able to test and assess your iPad, Power Adapter and cable(s) - and, if battery replacement is needed, you’ll be able to explore your available options:

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

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