Charging symbol comes up but does not charge
iPhone 4, iOS 5.0.1
I have the same problem but a step worse my screen isnt even coming up and I have tried the following things...
Wall charger
usb to mac
usb to dell
external battery pack
What to do?
After you've tried everything Apple recommends, as I did, that is restart, restore, other cables/adapter/wall sockets and connecting to the usb hub of your computer, it is safe to assume that is either the battery or the connector itself.
If you are within the warranty, take it to an apple store or retailer, they will fix it...outside the warranty for a fee.
Personally, I changed the battery myself (not too hard - you can find a 'how to' video on you tube) The battery was €14. For the connector I went to a mobile phone repair shop that had the part and knowhow to replace it. Looked a bit too fiddly for my liking!
It took half an hour and cost me € 70, part and labour
The phone is as new.
iPhone 4 won't charge
