iPad Pro randomly dinging and battery icon flashes

When I’m using my iPad Pro (9.7-inch) it will randomly start dinging continuously and the When I’m using my iPad Pro, it will randomly start dinging continuously and the battery icon flashes at the same time. battery icon flashes at the same time. I’ve already erased and reset the iPad, but the problem persists. Any ideas what’s going on or how to resolve this?

iPad Pro 9.7-inch WiFi

Posted on Jan 13, 2021 4:17 PM

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Posted on Jan 15, 2021 4:44 PM

Hey howsoregon,


Thanks for using Apple Support Communities. If we understand correctly, your iPad is dinging and the battery icon is flashing when in use. Does this happen when you're charging your iPad? If so, check the port for signs of dirt/debris as that can cause connection issues. Here's a guide on cleaning, just in case: How to clean your Apple products


If you have another charging cable or USB adapter try with another to help rule out an issue with those.


Keep us posted.


Take care.

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Jan 15, 2021 4:44 PM in response to howsoregon

Hey howsoregon,


Thanks for using Apple Support Communities. If we understand correctly, your iPad is dinging and the battery icon is flashing when in use. Does this happen when you're charging your iPad? If so, check the port for signs of dirt/debris as that can cause connection issues. Here's a guide on cleaning, just in case: How to clean your Apple products


If you have another charging cable or USB adapter try with another to help rule out an issue with those.


Keep us posted.


Take care.

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