If you have an iPad 2019 with problems to charge or that does not directly charge in any way, it is evident that something is wrong. Thinking that it is damaged and needs to be repaired is not a bad thought, but the truth is that it is not always the solution and there are occasions when it can be remedied without having to go to the technical service. In this post we tell you all these solutions to use your 7th generation iPad without problems.
More typical solution, although perhaps not effective
In the technological sector it is said by way of a snap that specialist technicians always solve problems by turning the device on and off . Obviously this is not true, but as funny and even absurd as it may seem, it often produces positive results. This is due to the fact that occasionally certain problems can appear in the background that generate faults and that of the load could be one of them.
We honestly believe that there is little chance that your problem will be solved with this action, but it takes little time to do it and you don’t lose anything by trying. All this taking into account that your device still has some battery, because if it is already exhausted and is turned off it will not be able to be done.
Update the software
It may seem like it has nothing to do with it, but software can often be the cause of problems that appear to be hardware failures. It is not usually very common for a version of iPadOS to contain some type of failure that makes loading slower or that does not directly charge, but it is not something crazy either.
For the avoidance of doubt, we recommend that you have the latest version of iPadOS available . To check for a more recent update, you must have an internet connection and go to Settings> General> Software update. In this section you will find the possibility to download and install the most current version of the system, if any.
If the iPad 2019 takes a long time to charge
Your charging problem may be how long your iPad needs to be connected to power to fully charge. The first thing you should know is that it is recommended to use an original or certified charger . The originals are the ones that come in the box, both the cable with Lightning and USB ends and the power adapter. If you have broken any of them or for any other reason you have resorted to a third party, make sure that it has MFi certification, which is the standard that Apple gives to the manufacturers of this type of accessories and that guarantees the correct operation and it will not harm the device.
If you are already using an original or certified cable and still the 7th generation iPad has problems, surely the problem is a defect in the cable or adapter. If the accessories are relatively new, they may have been defective from the factory and you may be able to return them through the legal guarantee. In case they are somewhat older, it is very likely that they have suffered some damage over time. It goes without saying that this will be the problem if it has any apparent defect such as being peeled.
In any case, the best recommendation we can make is to try other cables and chargers that are also certified. Make different combinations: testing the cable you already have with a new adapter, keeping the same adapter and connecting it with another cable, testing both new accessories, etc. All this will serve to verify which is the specific element that is presenting the failure.
It must be said that it is always advisable to charge the iPad connected to the current , since if you connect it to a powerbank or a device such as a computer, charging could be somewhat slower. Therefore, if this was your case you already know that it is very possible that it was the cause of a slower charge than usual.
Check the Lightning connector of the device
If you have the problem exposed in the previous section and you have not managed to solve it with the aforementioned guidelines, this point that we will discuss now could also serve you. The Lightning connectors that these iPad 2019 incorporate, like that of other Apple tablets, are prepared to be connecting cables on a daily basis without suffering. However, there are certain factors that can make it stop working or not always work correctly.
Clean it, but carefully
Dirt, like moisture, is the main enemy of many electronic components such as the iPad connector. We use the device in all kinds of situations, we carry it in backpacks, we leave it stored in drawers … All this in the end can make small specks of dust or other dirt residues like bread crumbs and the like creep if we have been eating near the apparatus.
The most recommended way to clean a Lightning connector is to use a lint-free swab and / or a soft bristle brush . You will be thinking what kind of these objects are and we must tell you that you probably already have one of these sticks or brushes at home and you use them regularly for your personal hygiene. You will have to insert them very gently through the connector slot and slide delicately once they are inside to remove the possible accumulated dirt. If the charging problem of your iPad was this, you will see it solved when you finish this process and connect the cable.
Has liquid been strained?
We previously mentioned liquid damage as an enemy of electronics and we will emphasize that here. Liquid may have been spilled near your iPad or left on a wet surface. If you remember a similar situation we cannot tell you that this is the cause of the problems one hundred percent, but there is a high probability that it is.
There are also times when moisture can seep into the iPad through this connector without the need for liquid to spill nearby. That is why it is always recommended to use and store these devices in the driest possible environments or with low humidity levels. These damages cannot be easily repaired and despite the fact that there are some tips such as pouring the device into a bucket with rice, the truth is that it is more a legend than a certainty regarding its effectiveness.
If your iPad 2019 has suffered any liquid damage, you will have to go to technical support. All this regardless of whether the damage only causes failure of the load or any other component. Apple and its Authorized Technical Services (SAT) do not change the connector as such, so they will offer you a replacement device with the certainty that it works correctly.
Restore as a last solution at your fingertips
Before giving up and taking your 7th Generation iPad to service, you might want to try restoring your device. This comes in the same vein as the software we were discussing when we were proposing to update iPadOS. If the problem is software and it is definitely installed on your computer regardless of its system version, formatting it is very likely the best. Actually, the errors related to this do not usually appear as problems to carry out a load, but to discard it you can go to Settings> General> Reset and click on “Delete content and settings” . Once the process finishes, you will have the iPad restored and you can test whether the charge works or not.
Repair prices at Apple
If the problem with your device is due to a fault other than your use, such as a factory defect, Apple may replace it for free. The brand usually assumes this type of failure and they compensate you in that way. However, if the problem is due to misuse, liquid damage or any other problem derived from the time of use, the cost will amount to 281.10 euros , which would be 49 euros in case you have contracted AppleCare + . If you also have to send the equipment to Apple because you cannot attend in person, you will have to pay an additional 12.10 euros for shipping costs.
