Ipad3 charging battery problem
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Having the charger get [very] hot is normal behavior for a charger. It's it's function - to convert the power from the mains to something the iPad can use to charge. That conversion uses energy, which is dissipated by giving off heat.
As far as it not charging the iPad fast, (1) make sure you are using the iPad charger AND that you are plugging the charger into the wall outlet, not the computer's USB ports. Most computers don't put out as much wattage. And, while an iPhone/iPod charger will work, they will be much slower as they don't provide as much "juice." The iPhone charger puts out 5 watts, while the iPad charger puts out 10 watts.
Or, (2) when you are talking about the iPad3, then it's going to take much long to charge it than either of the other two iPads. The battery is so much bigger, so it will take more time to charge. Again, this is normal...even with an iPad charger plugged into the wall.
Hope some of this clarifies.
Marilyn
As far as it not charging the iPad fast, (1) make sure you are using the iPad charger AND that you are plugging the charger into the wall outlet, not the computer's USB ports. Most computers don't put out as much wattage. And, while an iPhone/iPod charger will work, they will be much slower as they don't provide as much "juice." The iPhone charger puts out 5 watts, while the iPad charger puts out 10 watts.
Or, (2) when you are talking about the iPad3, then it's going to take much long to charge it than either of the other two iPads. The battery is so much bigger, so it will take more time to charge. Again, this is normal...even with an iPad charger plugged into the wall.
Hope some of this clarifies.
Marilyn
. Just might not be able to charge it down the camp site xDBosvaark said:
Had some trouble with charging - discharging myself (iPad 3) forget the heat . Whenever it's possible do both without cases or covers -- naked -- this allows the appropriate heat dissipation. The charger now stays ahead of Skype. Ergo - cover it only when ya have to.
coolstuffs
iPF Noob
When the Ipad shuts itself down due to insufficient battery, and you charge it with your charger, the charger initially can get a little hot above normal for a few minutes or hours.
Bosvaark
iPF Noob
pcdebb said:Gotcha. That's the one in my car, the smallest one is in the house for the phone. I have the a/c plug in my car and use it for both as I'm on the road a lot. Use the cig lighter plug for everything else
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So you plug the iPad charger into a AC (Alternating Current) socket in your car? Or is it a 12v to AC Inverter?
Or are you plugging the iPad into a 12v cig lighter charger?
TheNewiPad
iPF Noob
I would suggest checking your outlets with other devices to see if it causes them any extra heat, to make sure it's not a faulty outlet. Also, in a related note, I would suggest keeping your iPad off of carpet, pillows, or beds while watching movies or heavy browsing -- simply because it conduces heat and makes it harder to ensure a long lifespan of the device itself. Even though the device is fully capable of running hot (many times) without significant damage, it's still smart to take the best care of it.
