My iPad Air 2024’s screen keeps dimming- I have maximum brightness on, and auto brightness off. I do not hold the edges I use the cover. It’s so disruptive having to touch the screen to regain brightness every 30 seconds or so.
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iPad Air, iPadOS 18
As described, your iPad’s thermal management may be involved here - in possibly trying to protect your iPad, in particular the battery and CPU, from thermal damage. Quoting directly from Apple… If your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch gets too hot or too cold - Apple Support
“If your device gets too warm
iOS and iPadOS devices have built-in protections to prevent overheating. If the interior temperature of your device exceeds the normal operating range, your device will protect its internal components by attempting to regulate its temperature. Here are some of the higher ambient-temperature conditions and activities to avoid, because they might cause your device to change performance and behavior:
If the interior temperature of your device exceeds the normal operating range, you might notice these changes:
If your iPad is inside a fitted case, try removing the iPad from its case - in particular while charging - as this will improve cooling.
If your iPad is being charged in cool environment - and you still see thermal management and high temperature warnings - your iPad or its Power Adapter may have a fault that will require investigation. In such circumstances you would be best advised to 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 charging cable:
As described, your iPad’s thermal management may be involved here - in possibly trying to protect your iPad, in particular the battery and CPU, from thermal damage. Quoting directly from Apple… If your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch gets too hot or too cold - Apple Support
“If your device gets too warm
iOS and iPadOS devices have built-in protections to prevent overheating. If the interior temperature of your device exceeds the normal operating range, your device will protect its internal components by attempting to regulate its temperature. Here are some of the higher ambient-temperature conditions and activities to avoid, because they might cause your device to change performance and behavior:
If the interior temperature of your device exceeds the normal operating range, you might notice these changes:
If your iPad is inside a fitted case, try removing the iPad from its case - in particular while charging - as this will improve cooling.
If your iPad is being charged in cool environment - and you still see thermal management and high temperature warnings - your iPad or its Power Adapter may have a fault that will require investigation. In such circumstances you would be best advised to 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 charging cable:
Thank you for such a comprehensive response.
You're very welcome.
Hopefully, with benefit of the information provided, you will have been able to identify the potential issue.
How can I prevent my iPad Air 2024 screen from dimming?
