Consider the main reasons why your iPhone is not charging and what to do in such a situation.

Faulty charger

This is one of the most obvious, banal reasons. Modern man leads a mobile lifestyle, constantly being on the move. Therefore, you have to carry a charger with you. Over time, due to improper storage, the protective sheath of the cable is damaged, exposing conductive information wires. Subsequently, they break, which makes it impossible to recharge the battery. It is easy to check the probability of a breakdown - just connect the charger to another similar device. If this is not at hand, then contact the service center, where they will test the cable for free, and in case of a malfunction, they will offer to repair or replace it with a new one.

iPhone charging also includes an AC adapter. Its breakdown is rare, but it does happen. You cannot fix this on your own - you should contact the specialists. You can check the performance in the same way.

One feature needs to be noted here. Original Apple chargers are expensive, but high quality and reliable. Their operation guarantees the safety of the smartphone. And they serve longer, which cannot be said about Chinese counterparts. They can break on the second day. Poor charging performance will lead to voltage surges that will burn the iPhone circuit board. It is recommended to use chargers from certified manufacturers.

Original chargers have a built-in chip. Its presence was taught to detect IOS operating systems. Upon contact with a cable without a chip, a corresponding message will pop up on the smartphone screen. Since IOS is proprietary software, it may not work correctly with protocols that are not supported by the firmware. This is another argument to use only original accessories.

Broken or dirty charger connector

Pollution

Many, for easy access, carry the phone in their pocket, where a lot of lint, street dust and many other small substances accumulate. This leads to the fact that the contacts of the Lightning port of the smartphone become dirty, which promises problems, among which the inability to charge the gadget is only the tip of the iceberg. Theoretically, the presence of a large amount of dust (ideal conductor) on conductive parts can lead to a short circuit.

Cleaning the connector is available at home. Just use a simple toothpick. Just do not treat it with alcohol or another liquid - this will not improve the quality of cleaning, and it is quite possible to damage the gadget. Still, it is not recommended to use metal objects, albeit small ones - there is a high probability of damaging one of the fragile contacts.

Breaking

Small particles of lint or other material can easily damage the "antennae" of the port. Only one defective element is enough, as charging becomes impossible. It is possible to determine this kind of breakdown visually - the connector is clearly visible. If a bent or broken element is found, then you must immediately contact the help of a service center specialist. Independent attempts to correct the situation will only aggravate the situation.

Charger power mismatch

Here we are not talking about the cable, but about the adapter. Its task is to convert the input voltage into output power. Usually, a problem arises when you buy a new charger to replace a broken one. Due to ignorance of elementary physics, you can throw money away in vain. The output power of the adapter is different: 0.5 A, 1 A, 1.5 A, 2 A, etc. You need to look at the capacity of the built-in battery in the technical documentation for the phone, and then select the appropriate charger. This results in another error.

Problems with charging from a personal computer

It happens when the phone is normally charging from the network, but not from a laptop or computer. No need to rush to conclusions and think about the worst. The fact is that most USB ports have an output power of 0.5 amperes. This is extremely small for charging the iPhone. The process will start, but it will take a long time. Either that or the USB port is bad. It's easy to check. Connect the charging cable to the spare connector.

Software failure

The hardware of the iPhone is tightly connected to the operating system. Up to the point that the software completely controls the charging process. Inside the iPhone there is a special microcircuit, which is first supplied with current when connected to the network, and then to the battery. This is done in order to protect the gadget from power surges. When the network is in order, the operating system instructs the controller to skip the charge to the battery. But it happens that the software freezes. You can solve the issue in two ways:

1. Fully discharge your iPhone. Then the firmware will return to its original state and, when connected to the AC mains, recharging will begin.
2. Use "emergency reboot". To do this, simultaneously hold down the "Home" and "Power" buttons for 30 seconds.

Breakdown of components

iPhone hardware failure is a rare, but acceptable option. Types of breakdowns:

• Battery.
• Charging controller (microcircuit).

Determining for yourself what exactly is not working properly is difficult. The failure symptoms are similar.

• Not charging.
• Too long charging.
• The gadget gets hot.
• Discharges quickly.
• Does not identify the control cable.

The controller, as mentioned above, is a microcircuit (chip), which, if desired, can be replaced with a new one. Again, you will have to contact the service center for this. It is not the first time that specialists have encountered this - replacing a component is a trifle for them.

After repair, make sure it is in good condition. New batteries (Chinese) may not work correctly or not function at all. You should connect the phone right in the service center and make sure that the process has started.

There are many reasons for failure. Most of them are available to discover on your own. If the search did not give a result, then contact the service center for help. This will save you money, time and nerves.

With the release of iOS 7, all users of new iPhones that use the proprietary Lightning charging connector have received certain problems when using non-original chargers and wires. This is due, first of all, to the device of the connector itself, which contains several microcircuits, one of which is responsible for checking the chip located in each Lightning wire for originality.

Cable certification identification is provided by software processes built into iOS. At the same time, it is worth noting that the verification mechanisms are regularly updated and it often happens that iPhone stopped charging after updating the software version. But it also happens that the phone stops accepting a charge even when using certified accessories.

What to do if iPhone stops charging

If there are a few tricks that allow you to fix this:

• A temporary way out of the situation, if the iPhone is not charging with a non-original wire, can be turning off and then turning on the phone with the Lightning cable connected. In this case, there is a chance that the iPhone will start charging.
• Another option is to follow this sequence of steps: unplug the power adapter, turn on airplane mode on your iPhone, and then reconnect the Lightning cable to the device. If your phone starts charging, you can turn off airplane mode.

If the iPhone is still not charging, there is a possibility of a hardware problem.

Consider the main options.

Lightning connector clogged

This is the simplest and most easily solved option. Very often, during operation, particles of dirt and dust get into the connector, which eventually roll down and break the contact between the connector and the wire. In this case, the iPhone may either stop charging, or the charging process will not proceed correctly - for example, the phone can only be charged in a certain position of the wire.

To solve this problem, you need to clean the charger connector, which can be done both on your own (but this must be done very carefully so as not to damage the contact group of the connector) or in a service center. In the conditions of the service center, the Lightning connector is cleaned using compressed air, special reagents and lint, which allows you to clean it with the highest quality.

Bottom cable failure / connector damage

If the iPhone stops charging, the reason for this may be a malfunction of the lower cable with the charger connector. This occurs due to mechanical damage, oxidation of the cable contacts on the board or connector contacts after moisture ingress, or a microcrack on the cable. In any of these cases, the cable assembly with the charger connector changes. In our service center, the replacement of the lower iPhone cable with the charger connector costs from 1,500 rubles (depending on the iPhone model) and is usually completed within an hour from the moment of contact.

Battery failure

Very often, the reason that the iPhone does not charge is a battery malfunction, which may lose capacity during operation or begin to polymerize due to external factors or conditions of use.

The first signs that the battery will need to be replaced soon are a decrease in battery life, turning off the phone on an incorrect charge indication (iPhone may turn off at 20-30% of the displayed battery charge). In the future, if such problems are observed for a long time, the battery may stop charging and it will need to be replaced.

Charge controller failure

The charge controller is a chip on the board that is responsible for the correct operation of the iPhone's power circuits. Most often, incorrect operation of the controller can be caused by the use of low-quality accessories used to charge the device, or by a power surge during charging. This problem can appear on any generation of iPhone, but the most common problems with the charge controller are found on the iPhone 5 and iPhone 5s.

In such cases, a complex repair of the board at the component level is required: in most cases, this is solved by replacing the charge controller chip. Note that such operations can be performed qualitatively only if specialized equipment is available, and the master must have vast experience in complex board repairs. Otherwise, there is a chance to make it even worse - it is not uncommon for people who have already received unqualified service elsewhere to contact the specialists of our service center.

In the modern world, the telephone is an integral part of life and movement. Being in society, we all the time need to keep in touch and use applications that make our life easier. But what to do if you put the phone on charge in the evening, in the morning you find it almost completely discharged, and the battery happily shows lightning? In this article, we will try to m oh you with a solution to this problem and suggest how it could be caused.

Most often, the problem is caused by the failure of one of the elements of the chain. If the charger you are using has been with you enough recently, then the alleged error could have arisen precisely because of it. But not always the nail of the problem can be seen immediately, so let's try to figure it out step by step and determine what caused the problem, that your phone shows charging, but does not charge.

What could have caused the problem?

The problem of the incorrect charging process of your device can be both mechanical impacts, falls, freezing or moisture ingress, and the effects of time. If your phone still shows lightning, but after a while you notice that its percentage of battery status has not replenished, then this is a bad sign. What could be the reason that the lightning is on, the power is on, and your iphone 4 is not charging?

Causes:

• USB cable problem. Perhaps you recently purchased a cable because a new one has already changed or you took it from a friend. This wire may not fit your model or be of poor quality.
• Power supply failure.If you are using a non-original power supply, then this could be a direct problem with the malfunction of the charger. Also, the problem with the power supply could be caused by the fall of it itself, since inside each block there is a microcircuit responsible for the correct charge supply to your device.
  
• Dirty connector.If you carry the phone in a pocket of a jacket or bag, then some foreign objects could get into the connector, which could cause the charge to not be supplied correctly.
• Broken charging port.When falling, the parts inside the phone are easily deformed. Since all internal soldering in any modern smartphone is practically a piece of jewelry, so some small element could be damaged and cause this character to follow.
• Failure of the power controller. The problem of this nature is a matter of time and environmental influences.
  
• Battery wear.This reason also applies to those that arise after the expiration of a certain period, and in this case, nothing depends on us.
  
• Software failure.

How to solve the problem?

Before turning to a specialist for help, let's try to solve the problem at home. First you need to find which of the elements is out of order - the power supply, smartphone or cable?

How to check the cable?

If the wire you are using is not purchased, then it makes sense to suspect that the problem is related to it. If not, then carefully inspect the cable for visible defects. Any unnatural bends may indicate a malfunction and incorrect operation of the device, in which case it will be necessary to replace the cable.

If you are trying to charge your phone from your home computer, then you simply may not have enough power to charge, that is, the charger may light up and charge, but it will not charge. And also using a computer instead of a charger, try connecting the wire to a different USB connector.

If you don’t see any visible damage to the wire, then try using a different cable, for example, borrow from a friend or use the check in the store.

How to check the power supply?

With the power supply, the issue is a little harder. It may have been damaged by environmental factors such as being dropped or wet. If neither one nor the other was, then the cause of the breakdown could be the use of a non-original cable and the microcircuit inside the unit could burn out. You can check it only by using another block.

How to check a smartphone?

• First of all, carefully inspect the connector for foreign objects that could interfere with the correct operation of the charger. If these are not observed, then another option is to try charging the phone using another charger.
• Use iTunes restore. To do this, connect the phone to your PC, go to the program and click BackUp, and after recovery, the Restore button. In this way, even iPhone 4 can be easily restored.
• Do a hard reset of your smartphone. To do this, hold down the On / Off key and the Home key when the smartphone is turned on and wait until the display goes out, and then the manufacturer's logo is displayed again (this process may take 30 seconds). And then try to charge the device again.

What should I do if the problem is caused by software failure or battery damage?

Demolition of the battery is a matter of time. We advise you to resort to the help of a service center in order to determine that the problem is really caused by this. If this is the case, then you will simply replace the battery with a new one under warranty, or if there are any defects, you will have to purchase a new one.

If the problem is caused by a software failure, then most likely it is the wrong firmware of the phone, in this case it will also be necessary to go to the service center.

Also, the problem could arise due to a breakdown of the charge controller, which is located inside the iPhone itself. If before that your iphone 5s or 4s was very soon discharged or terribly warm, then these signs directly indicate the breakdown of this particular part of the phone. You can also fix this breakdown in the service center.

The reasons why the device has stopped charging or incorrect data about the battery level are displayed on the screen can be different:

• mechanical damage;
• the fall;
• moisture ingress;
• freezing;
• wear over time.

Simple problems can be repaired by yourself. But if the iPhone shows lightning, and after a while, the battery percentage is not replenished - this is a sad sign.

Why is my iPhone not charging?

First you need to establish which parts are out of order: smartphone, cable or power supply. The most common situation why an iPhone stopped charging is a damaged cable. Must be carefully checked.

1. Where the cord connects to the plug and jack input.
2. Gadget cable along the entire length for creases and other defects that do not allow displaying the charge level.

To verify that the charging is malfunctioning, you need to connect other technical Apple devices to it. You can also find another working cable from your smartphone and try it out. Additionally, investigate the status of such mechanisms:

• USB - car or computer connector;
• socket;
• autonomous charger (removable battery).

In the case when the devices are in working condition, and the iPhone is not charging, you should proceed to the analysis of other versions that do not allow full charging.

iPhone won't charge but shows it's charging

When you try to charge your phone through a computer, it may simply not be enough power to recharge. The battery will display a full indicator and charge, but in fact, the charging process is not going on. You can try moving the cable to a different USB port on your computer.

The iPhone is extremely sensitive to chargers from other manufacturers. Similar components can cause the following effects:

• charging does not work - the smartphone does not recognize the charge and does not respond when connected to the network;
• stripes are displayed on the screen;
• constantly overloaded;
• the battery indicator stands at one indicator of infection and does not change;
• touchscreen does not work;
• poorly charged from non-original and car chargers.

It is worth using only original cables to avoid such problems. Some use the iPad cable, but this can cause unwanted problems when the phone does not charge, but overheats and, as a result, fails.

Top most common reasons for not charging a smartphone

When analyzing on your own why the iPhone is not charging, one of the following common problems can be fixed.

1. Clogged charging port. The Lightning connector often "suffers" from clogging with lint and dust, which is compressed and greasy while wearing the device in pockets and bags. As a result, a clogged inlet does not allow the plug to be located normally in the connector, which leads to the phone being discharged. The inconvenience can be eliminated with a toothpick. With gentle movements, remove adhering dirt and blow through the connector. If the gadget has sat down thoroughly, it will take about 15 minutes for it to start up.
2. Software failure (firmware). It is not uncommon for your iPhone to turn off unexpectedly due to a software malfunction, and not the mechanism itself. In the standard configuration of smartphones, a special microcircuit on the board (controller) is responsible for charging the battery. It is controlled by the software of the gadget. The connected wire does not directly supply power to the battery, but primarily to the controller board, which is controlled by the program embedded in the smartphone. The current source is recognized by the program and sends a command to the controller to start charging. If the software is “hanging”, it simply will not arrive and the process will not occur. Reinstalling or updating the software using iTunes will help fix the crash. To do this, you must perform the following steps:

• install the latest version of the program on your computer in advance;
• launch and connect a device with incorrect charging;
• through the program menu, select the required model of the device;
• walk through all the iTunes tips for updating and installing software on your smartphone.

1. Battery. The part that is most exposed to wear during use of the device. They often stop holding a charge and require a complete replacement. Typically, such inoperability manifests itself after 4-5 years of service life. The battery becomes unusable gradually, but until complete failure. To replace it, you must use certain tools, and find replacement instructions on the Internet.
2. Damaged internal components. If you use power supplies of unknown quality for recharging, the power or charge controllers may be damaged. What exactly has become incompetent can only be established by diagnostics in a service center. The controller chip is a chip that can be replaced with a new one. After replacing it, make a mandatory control check of the smartphone. The included device should not give any failures. It is possible that the cable is damaged, which does not allow full charging.

In each case, you should understand in detail. If you are not sure that you can fix the problem yourself, contact the experts. Some cases of damage require a factory reset. But before that, you need to make a backup of all the data that is stored on the device, because during the reinstallation they will be completely erased. If even this method did not improve battery performance, try using DFU mode - sometimes it gives a positive result.

How to Check Your Gadget

To determine the cause of the damage, you should perform the following manipulations.

1. First of all, carefully inspect the connector. It should not contain foreign objects, dust, dirt, lint that interfere with the proper functioning of the system. If there are no such violations, you can pick up another cable to the phone.

1. Perform a full reboot of the device. To do this, hold down the On / Off and Home buttons while the device is on, and wait until the display turns off. The company logo should appear. The whole procedure takes no more than 30 seconds. After that, you need to make a second attempt to charge the gadget.

iTunes restores well. for which you need to connect the phone to the computer, go into the program and press the "BackUp" key. Click "Restore" when finished. In this way, even the 4th iPhones are “reanimated”.

It is not recommended to disassemble a mobile device on your own if you do not have certain skills and knowledge. So you can only spoil everything and hook other elements of the microcircuit. after inexperienced intervention can be costly.

If the iPhone refuses to charge, first of all, check whether it is receiving electricity at all. This advice may seem silly, but situations with blackouts or blown fuses on the switchboard are not uncommon. In addition, the charging cable is not the most reliable device in the world and can easily fail. The easiest way is to try to charge with another cable, it is quite possible that such an insignificant replacement can correct the current situation.

It should be clear to you that you will carry out all subsequent actions at your own peril and risk, therefore, you should resort to them only if it is not possible to contact the service.

Contact cleaning

If changing the cable did not help, then perhaps the problem lies in the iphone itself and it needs to be taken to a service center for repair. This step is suitable for those who still have the device under warranty, but what if it is no longer there, as well as funds to pay for expensive repairs? First of all, inspect the place of the cable, it may just be clogged with compressed dust. For this, you will need the SIM ejector needle that came with your iPhone. Insert it into the charging connector and move it from side to side, not forgetting the dirt hidden in the corners.

Now take a soft-bristled toothbrush and go over the connector several times, removing dust particles and tiny crumbs. You will be surprised at the dirt you can get from clean at first glance. The thing is that when worn in the pockets of clothes, as most people do, under the influence of static electricity, dust particles and lint crumbling from the fabric of clothing are attracted to the iPhone and cause the device to stop charging over time. And in general, the conditions for using an iPhone are very different from a sterile vacuum, and sooner or later the contacts of the charging connector turn out to be covered with dirt.

The described method can help revive a drowned iPhone, only instead of dust, particles of corrosion that has settled on the contacts will be removed.

If cleaning didn't work

If the procedure did not help, there is nothing to do, you will have to contact a specialist. Any other actions to revive an iPhone that refused to charge require special knowledge and skills, as well as certain disassembly tools. If you do not have one, take the device to