Odd battery charge level behavior

iPad 10.2 2021 (the latest ipadOS 15.2(19C56) ) the apparent charge level rises significantly after unplugging the charger and restarting the iPad.


1- I connect 20W charger at 30% charge.

2- I shut down it at %65.

3- Right after shut-down I unplug the brick (the time passed between the last time I saw 65% charge and unplugging is not more than 10seconds).

4-I reopen it and "voila!" the charge level is 70%


It always happens like this. Proportional to last charge level I see the increase is higher (ie it rises from 60% to 62-63% or from 64%to 67-68%).


What the heck happening ? I mean, charge level measuring is so simple read the voltage level! Since charge level is linearly indicated by the voltage level of the battery. that's it.


Of course, under load, there is a little voltage drop but after taking the load into account, the correct charge level can be approximated very accurately especially for my new iPad and it's new battery.


Charging is done at room temp. 20-25 Celcius.


Lastly, I noticed iPad's logic board heats up significantly above 36 Celcius during charging - not the battery, it remains cold. (Im sure about the location thanks to teardown vids.)



It is very interesting because I haven't seen any similar behavior compared to my other devices ( Samsung tab s6 and other android phones.. their battery get heats up not).


So anyone has an idea? What is going on here?

Posted on Jan 13, 2022 5:01 AM

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Jan 13, 2022 5:07 AM in response to retit

As described, your iPad or its battery may have a fault. These support pages should help with troubleshooting:


Charge and monitor the iPad battery - Apple Support

If your iPad won't charge – Apple Support


Given your description, you would 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:

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple


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