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iPad showing apple logo then black screen over and over again

it says my iPad has to be plugged into the computer for it to work. it keeps showing the apple logo then turning black

iPad, iPadOS 15

Posted on Apr 13, 2023 4:24 PM

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Posted on Apr 13, 2023 7:51 PM

If your iOS or iPadOS device restarts or displays the Apple logo or a spinning gear unexpectedly, read this eponymous support article for how to resolve this --> --> If your iOS or iPadOS device restarts or displays the Apple logo or a spinning gear unexpectedly - Apple Support

It has you:

- Check your software

- Check your hardware

Apple logo with progress bar after updating or restoring iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple logo with progress bar after updating or restoring iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

If they do not work then follow the advice at the end of the documents about contacting Apple.

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