One of the features that everyone loves so much about the iPad is its battery life. With that said, exactly how long does the battery last?
The answer? It depends. There are many factors that affect your device’s battery life, and some software, applications, and tasks drain the battery quicker than others.
If you have noticed that your iPad’s battery seems to be draining too quickly, you may be worried that you need a new one. No one wants to be tethered to a charger and you want to be able to get the most use out of your tablet too.
Gaining control over your device’s battery life is simple and easy. Below, we will go over some of the different things that may be completely draining your battery life on your iPad.
Age of the Battery
One of the factors that affects how long your iPad’s battery will last is the age of the battery itself. If your battery is pretty old, then it will not hold a charge as well as a new battery and you will notice that the device requires more charging.
Display Settings
If you are using a higher resolution screen setting or a very bright setting on your iPad, you will notice that the battery drains quickly. To combat this, simply turn down the brightness or resolution on your iPad.
Battery Temperature
Built into your iPad is a temperature detection system, which is designed to shorten the life of your iPad during extreme temperatures. This is done to help protect the tablet from damage caused by those extreme temperatures.
So, what exactly happens when the iPad reaches an extreme temperature? Well, if you are in a hot climate, you may notice warning signs pop up on the screen and the device will shut down until it cools off enough. If you are in a cold environment, you may notice that your device will not charge in extreme temps.
Bad Wi-Fi Signal
Who knew? A bad Wi-Fi or network signal causes your phone to work harder than it needs to and in return, this places strain on your battery, which results in it draining much quicker than it should be.
Your Applications
Apps are one of the main reasons you are likely to have your iPad. They keep you entertained and provide additional functionality too.
Unfortunately, many apps can cause your battery to drain quickly simply because they continue to automatically run in the background, even when you are not actively using them. To combat this, you can adjust your settings and even force stop the app, so it does not run in the background.
How Do I Know I Need to Replace My iPad Battery?
iPad battery health is measured by how many charge cycles it goes through before the battery begins to decrease. A charge cycle is when the iPad is charged up to 100%. This charge cycle can take place over the course of several days depending on how much of your battery you use and how often you charge the device.
In general, an iPad is designed to last for at least 1,000 full charge cycles before you lose any battery capacity.
Recognizing that your battery needs to be replaced will help ensure that you are never without your device due to a bad battery. Okay, so how do I know I need to replace my battery? Some signs your battery needs to be replaced include:
- Swollen battery
- Quickly draining battery
- Device constantly shuts down for no reason
- Old battery
Check Your Battery’s Health
To check your iPad’s battery health, go to Settings, click Battery, tap on Health, click Check Battery Capacity.
Get Help with Your Draining iPad Battery
New York iPad Repair is here to help you when you struggle with your iPad’s battery life. iPad batteries are designed to last a long time, but, depending on your use, they may not last as long as you had hoped.
If you want our experts to look at your iPad, do not hesitate to bring your device to our repair center or give us a call to schedule an appointment.