Smart Keyboard suddenly stopped working—accessory not supported on this device

This happens to me sometimes and for me it was because of the USB C power cable I had in my Keyboard. When I removed the cable and then removed the iPad from the Keyboard and reconnected the iPad to the Keyboard and checked that it was working again before reconnecting my USB C power cable again.

Bd432 Said:

"Why would my Smart Keyboard suddenly stop connecting and error message 'this accessory not supported on this device' appear?"

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Time to Upgrade:

Perhaps you need to upgrade for compatibility? So, upgrade your iPad Air. Go Here: Making Use of a Computer for Updating an iOS Device - User Tip

bpm123 Said:

"Same issue here but my ios is upgraded. I have cleaned contact points w rubbing alcohol and swab. …… any ideas?"

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About this Message:

The rubbing alcohol likely damaged the device. The solvent seeped into it. So, you'll have to get a new Smart

Keyboard.

Microfiber Cloth:

Next time you want to go about cleaning it, use a microfiber cloth.

Same issue here but my ios is upgraded. I have cleaned contact points w rubbing alcohol and swab. …… any ideas?

I have read on the internet that u can get a free replacement... is that true?