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iPad mini 6 won’t charge

I received an iPad mini6 for Christmas 2021 and started using it in January 2022. It worked great, charging as it should but in the last six weeks it won’t charge properly. I’ve shut it down as suggested and that works some of the time. Today that doesn’t work either. I’ve tried different ports and plugs and nothing works. What do I try next? I’m not very electronic savvy. Thanks for any help.

iPad mini 6, iPadOS 15

Posted on Jul 2, 2022 6:19 PM

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Posted on Jul 12, 2022 8:27 PM

I’ve encountered the same problem and my iPad mini6 won’t charge. This is after upgrading to ios15.5. I cannot restart it, cannot charge it. I also learned from the news that this is an iOS software issue. Is this true? When will Apple admit it and fix it?

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Jul 3, 2022 3:44 AM in response to Sanvoth

These support pages should help with troubleshooting battery and charging issues:

Charge and monitor the iPad battery - Apple Support

If your iPad won't charge – Apple Support


Troubleshooting generally requires substitution of the Power Adapter and cable for another known-good item. Be aware that most models of iPad require a Power Adapter rated at 12W or greater to reliably charge. 5W Power Adapters intended for older models of iPhone are inadequate to charge an iPad; if the iPad charges at all, charging will be very slow.


Be aware that many computer USB ports cannot source sufficient power to charge an iPad. Unless explicitly designed for charging connected devices, computer USB ports are typically limited to 0.5-1A @5V (i.e., 2.5-5.0W).


If you continue to experience difficulties when using an appropriate Power Adapter of 12W or greater, you might 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, Power Adapter and cable(s):

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

iPad mini 6 won’t charge

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