new iPad Air is taking a LONG time to charge.
it does not seem to charge while I use it and have it plugged in.
THe "charge" indicator, the green battery, is lit and I do not get any messages stating "not charging".
should I have it powered down while attempting a charge ?
I Am used to my iPhone 5C that charges quickly even while I use it.
Is that an issue with this device ?
iPad Air, iOS 8.1.3
Yes, it will take longer to charge than an iPhone.
No, there is no need to power it down while charging.
How long does it take?
THank you for your quick answer.
I Have not actually timed a charge. I am reading a book on the Kindle app.
DEcided to to plug it in at 28% a couple hours ago
The charge meter has not changed from 28% in 2 hours.
WHen I take a longer break from reading, I will note the time and the increase on the battery meter, then get back to you.
Well, it should certainly charge faster than that. I would guess 5-6 hours would be average for a full charge. Are you using the Apple supplied high power charger?
i ordered this device thru "Daily Steals" which was advertised on CNET Cheap deals
the price was about $50 lower than Costco (on line).- yet I wonder if it actually "fell off a truck". It occasionally locks up. Screen is on but I can't change it OR power down. Holding the power & home button simultaneously should work, but not always. Have to hold them both for 30 seconds or longer.
I Guess I got what I paid for ?
the USB plug says "Made in China" but does not say "Apple" as do my plugs for my iPhone and iTouch - so I switched to one of the Apple plugs.
Can't really tell if the cord has any Apple ID on it. Just the USB mark.
i will try leaving on, hibernating, as I make & eat dinner and watch some streaming Netflix via a Roku on my TV
if it has charged any faster, or sufficiently, well, at least I know how much time to allow in the future.
Thanks again for your help
BTW, while typing my reply to you, the meter dropped from 28% to 24% - and it was plugged in with green & lightning bolt charge indicators on !
It may be difficult to read, but check the charger block for a power rating. It should be 10 or 12 watts to charge the iPad.
AHhhh ! I found my magnifying glass !
THe plug that came with the device says: Output: 5 V 1A
which is the same output rating on my Apple-made plugs
For an iPad, it needs to be 5 Volts @ 2.1 Amps. That would certainly explain the slow/no charging.
Do I need to order direct from Apple ?
I've bought several non-Apple designed cords; they don't last, or I get that message: "NOT SUPPORTED"
There may be other models that will do the job, but I would vote for an Apple product. The link below is the proper unit.
I've been searching in Apple Store. Found only the 5VThe rest look like they are for Macs
i will try to get to a store and ask in person.
It is a 5 Volt unit you need. The product linked above will charge all iDevices.
AAs I said earlier, I have 2 5V plugs. Using them exclusively.
I Also checked to be sure I am running iOS 8.1.3
maybe God is trying to teach me patience.
HE also is taking too long
but thanks anyway - forgot to plug back in. Down to 18% now
Yes, I understand that, but all iDevices are charged with 5 volt chargers, all USB ports on computers supply 5 volts. The difference is in the current the chargers can supply. The charger you have rated at 5 volts @ 1 Amp will not charge the iPad. The charger linked above, although rated at 5 volts, can supply 2 Amps, thus supplying sufficient current to charge an iPad.
Another "ahaa" moment
its all in the fine print
did not realize they all say 5V ~ ONE AMP. Focusing on the FIVE Volt !
thanks for steering me in the right direction
New iPad Air takes very long to charge.
