Lightning Cable Isn T Charging

If you must charge using a pc don t use the ipad while it is charging.

Lightning cable isn t charging.

Any mfi certified lightning cable should support up to 12 w of charging power or up to 18 w if it s a usb c to lightning cable and usb 2 0 data transfer rates up to 480 mbps. This is extremely convenient if you own more than one device but don t want to wander around with multiple cables in your pocket or bag. The information isn t included in backups and isn t shared with apple. Make sure that the lightning to usb cable is firmly plugged into the charging case and usb power adapter.

Check the charge status. One of the most common reasons why your iphone won t charge is because dust lint or other debris has accumulated into the charging port preventing the charging connections from working properly. An apple certified lightning cable or charger will have a made for iphone label that looks like this. If none of the tips above help it s time to contact apple support or make an appointment for service support at an apple store.

Open the case lid with your airpods inside. However it charges slowly. This can result in the ipad not charging or losing more power than it is gaining. If your cable looks like that and it isn t properly charging your device throw it away and get a new cable.

Good luck i hope you figure it out. When it works stop messing with your port and just be relieved. Until it works again go up a notch with a stronger tool. But speed isn t the only benefit of the lightning cable.

Even if you don t periodically try fitting the lightning cable in again. But lightning cables get a lot of abuse and problems aren t always apparent to the naked eye. Your charging port is dirty. The ipad is probably still charging but it isn t getting enough juice to display the lightning bolt that indicates it is charging.

If all else fails. Sometimes wires can break while they re still inside the sheath. Developed to output impressive power ratings a lightning cable can also seamlessly charge the more power hungry units including ipods and ipads. Your ios device might have a dirty or damaged charging port your charging accessory is defective damaged or non apple certified or your usb charger isn t designed.

Then make sure that the power adapter is correctly plugged into a power outlet.