Usb camera adapter iOS 16.5 not charging device

Because initially there was that possibility that lightning to USB-A cable/charger might be the issue, as lightning to USB-C cable and charger seems to fix it. But perhaps it’s because 20W and below it not enough now. USB-A is even 12.5W. Perhaps more than 20W is now required as it has been mentioned elsewhere. To provide enough power to all devices, or because new iPhone 15 will come with USB-C and PD and they made a mistake in the OS update… so try with a more powerful charger or powerbank and you can report results here too.

After the 16.5 update - my 9th generation iPad, which has a Lighting connector, was also not charging via the camera adapter. I have written to Apple support, but so far there has been no reply.

Today I've solved the problem of not charging. I just used a different cord (lighting-type C) and a different charger-adapter (with type C). Now charging also via the camera adapter. The charger and cable, which cost me a total of 13 euros, are not even Apple.

After updating have same problem. I CANT work!!!! My cardreader doesnt work without external plugin. WTF Apple?. In one moment you arent able to use your camera & ipad. Its not reliable. Time switching to Samsung

I have the same charging problem with my iPad Air (3rd gen) and the USB Camera Adapter A1619 (firmware 1.0.5).

I tried to use the link suggested by LotusPilot to officially open a bug, and I incredibly found out that the field form used to specify the iPadOS version didn't either list the 16.5 version.

How is it possible? Does anyone really read the issues submitted via this form? Does Apple really care about user's feedback?

What @caccio wrote and correctly was that the feedback form itself was and is broken. iOS versions, for any device regardless if for iPhone or iPad, doesn't list 16.5, only up to 16.4.1.

They didn't ask about workarounds or how to file feedback etc. Anyway, that may be a contributor fact as to loss of feedback on 16.5.

Indeed same issue - I use the camera adapter w/ power for a USB DAC - since update 16.5, no power is passing through the adapter - all power cables are live as verified by unplugging from the adapter directly into iPhone 12 Pro.

Definitely an issue caused by update 16.5

Workaround 20w power adapter and usb-c to lightning cable will charge my 2nd gen Ipad Pro now, but usb midi device still has 'insufficient power'.

The 10w original power and usb adapter worked fine on 16.4 when working with disabled clients to bring some joy into their lives, making music.

I also lost my charging ability through my camera adapter when I upgraded last night. Interestingly, I had a second adapter so I tried it and it worked. The one that worked was made by YHX and had model YT300, firmware 2.0.3 and hardware 1.0.0. Ironically, the one that did not work was made by Apple, model A1619, firmware 1.0.5, hardware 1.0.0. Looks like maybe I need to see how to get the firmware upgraded though you have the same firmware and yours works. Somebody at Apple could probably explain it all.

Same issue with 7th generation iPad! I have a small recording setup and my iPad will not charge with Apple Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter. I Tried all suggestions including 20w usb-c to lightning and nothing worked. However, I did find a workaround with this. [Apple MFi Certified] 4-in-1 USB OTG Hub, Lightning to USB Hub from Amazon. My interface is powered and my iPad now is charging! Hope this helps!

Thanks a million Janosax, I tried your fix and it works!!! Very disappointed in Apple. Pulling my hair for weeks!!! I too use a Scarlett Solo with a condenser mic that needs phantom power. I am using my Macbook Air M1 charger with usb-c connector on charger end and lightning connector going into the camera adapter.

I found that too that the feedback form didn’t go up to the latest updates…but I filled it out & added the fact I was on LATEST update in the notes section!! Apple can’t even keep up with themselves, Doh!! 😂

I suspect the workaround (USB-C power supply and USB-C lightning cable) only works for newer devices - my guess would be any device that supports fast charging from USB-C will also benefit from the workaround (since they understand USB PD negotiation).

Tested here - workaround worked for iPhone 12 Pro Max, failed for iPad 5th gen.

Still an issue and is messing up my midi keyboard set-up. This is really bugging me. I am a total numpty when it comes to these things. Is there a way to workaround this issue - there as been mention of using a charger but I do not really understand that! Thanks

Update 16.5.1 has SOLVED the issue of not loading and connecting usb devices to the ipad through the connector.

It is working like before 16.5 again.

Damage 'Only' 2 weeks of diminished usability and a 70€ investment for, non-functioning, workarounds.

Please provide higher quality standards next time.

The latest iPadOS 16.5.1 fixes this issue.

After ANY iOS/iPadOS upgrade/update, you should ALWAYS perform a simple hard reset/forced restart of your Apple mobile device.

For iPad models with a Home button, do a simple hard reset/forced restart of your iPad by holding down both the Home and sleep/wake/power button simultaneously until your iPad goes to black and restarts with Apple logo, then release the buttons.

OR

For much newer design iPad models, without a Home button, try the new simple hard reset/forced restart procedure for the new 2018-2022 iPad Pros, 2020/21 iPad Air 4 and 5, the 2021 iPad Mini 6 and the new 2022, 10th gen base models,

1. Press and release the volume button closest to the top Power button

2. Then immediately ( and quickly ) press and release the volume button farthest from the top Power button.

3. Then, press and hold the top single sleep/wake/power button You will see the Slide to Power off button, but keep on holding down the power button until you see the Apple logo, then let it go.

Once you have performed all the steps, wait for a few seconds and your 2018-2022 iPad will boot up completely to the iPad’s Lock screen.

Best of Luck to You!