Iphone 5s is charging but not charging. What to do if your iPhone won't charge. What are the dangers of using an iPhone with non-original cables?

“Time wears away stones,” says a well-known saying; nothing is spared by time, including modern smartphones. In time, time battery life is reduced, instead of 18 iPhone watch works 14, and gradually the time decreases. And finally there comes a time when the iPhone shows that it is charging, but in fact it is not charging. In today's article we will look at why this happens and how to fix the device with the least investment.

Checking the cable and charger

Let's check two basic elements before moving on to more radical measures.

Cable problems

The first thing to do is check the cable. In 85% of cases, when the phone takes a long time to charge or the charging goes on, but the phone does not charge, the wire is to blame. Most likely it is rebuilt or not original and also of poor quality.

Often, for users of similar Chinese crafts, the iPhone displays the message “This cable or accessory is not certified...”. The explanation is simple - iPhone 5s, 6, 6plus, 7, 7 plus, 8 models are not designed to work with non-original wires. U Chinese fakes Unlike the original accessory, there is no shielding layer in the shell; moreover, the thickness of the conductors is several times smaller, which is why difficulties arise when the phone does not charge completely, 100%.

For diagnostics, we try to take another cable, with a lightning connector, if it works with the other one, then the problem is in the cable, if not, we look for the problem further.

Check charger

Now you need to make sure the memory itself is working. Usually this is a square or rectangular block with a USB connector that is plugged into a power outlet. IN USB port The iPhone synchronization cable is inserted, after which the device should begin charging. The iPhone takes a long time to charge, precisely because of a burnt out or broken charger, since the current supplied to the U2 power controller is significantly lower than that recommended by the factory.

A bad charger is one of the main reasons why a phone charges slowly, be it an Android or iOS device.

We're doing a big cleanup

The next likely problem is hidden in a dirty iPhone lightning connector. During operation, bullets and debris from pockets clog the delicate electronic insides of gadgets, creating quite a few problems for their owners. Dirt can be the reason why charging is in progress, but the phone is not charging. Not only older models like the iPhone 5s suffer from this, but also older smartphone models suffer from our pockets and bags.

From time to time you need to take a cotton swab and carefully clean the lightning connector. This will help if your iPhone is not charging properly, or if your phone is charging slowly. How to properly clean the connector, watch the video, it’s simple and quick.

Turn off the phone

There is a little-known trick if you want to charge iphone battery 5 without spending a lot of time, just turn off the device. The process will go much faster and will save up to 30% of time. During normal operation of applications, the smartphone consumes a lot of energy, spending it on maintaining communication with the network, operating the backlight, and on other tasks. By turning off the device or at least switching it to “Airplane mode”, the battery will be filled with energy faster, even when using a non-original weak charger.

Software Update

If, after all the procedures done, the iPhone does not charge or the phone charges slowly, then it is worth updating iOS before proceeding with more radical methods. To update iOS, go to “Settings - General - Software Update” and click “Install”. Don’t be afraid, save all the data, and the problem may disappear.

Battery calibration

If the phone shows that the battery is 20-10% full, although you have just disconnected the certified cable and are sure that the battery is full, then it is worth calibrating the battery. It is not difficult. How to do this correctly, look at the video; all the nuances and details cannot be described in the article.

Battery Replacement

Radical, but effective way when charging is in progress, but the phone is not charging. The situation will worsen every day, the phone will work autonomously less and less, and charging will take longer and longer.

If all the methods described above do not help, you will come to the rescue new battery. After 2-3 years, a situation arises: the smartphone’s battery becomes unusable after 500-700 operating cycles, so you have to change the battery yourself or take the device to a handy technician. How to do it yourself correctly, watch the video and read in this article.

Failure of controller U2

After replacing the battery with a new one, is your phone still charging slowly? Bad, very bad symptom, which means the problem is in the module located on motherboard. In this case, the same handy craftsman will be able to re-solder the u2 power controller for you, but the money for the work and spare parts will be completely different. But this is a very likely development of events, despite all the reliability of the iPhone 6.

Question answer

Let's look at popular questions that arise among iPhone users. We'll tell you what to do in a given situation.

Why won't my iPhone charge using a Chinese cable?

This means that a non-Apple certified cable is not suitable for this model. Or is it a completely “creepy China”, rubbish that just begs to be thrown into the trash can.

Why does my phone charge slowly on the original charger?

We carry out the options described in the article point by point, most likely dust has gotten into the connector or the iPhone synchronization cable has been broken.

Why won't my phone charge using a non-original charger?

Most likely, you were sold a defective device, and this is not a certified cable for iPhone.

Video instruction

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Reasons Why won't my iPhone charge? there are not even a dozen, and some of them can be resolved without contacting service center. To save money, it is recommended to first try to fix the problem yourself. Manipulations do not require special skills, just follow the instructions.

One of the most common problems that an iPhone stops charging is a software failure. The firmware failed and this condition is completely fixable. The smartphone has a special controller; its main task is to recognize the charging connection and control the procedure. Its function is entirely dependent on the software component and, if there are any failures, there may be a problem with incorrect recognition of data from the sensor.

To start charging, you must send the appropriate command to the controller, otherwise power will not even be transferred to the battery. Frozen software can cause various problems with the battery display in the notification panel.

Most users manage to fix the problem by simply rebooting the device. A radical reboot is caused by simultaneously pressing the Home and Power keys. The hold duration is 30 seconds. After a reboot the problem may be resolved.

If the failure is caused by a more serious software error, you will have to reflash the iPhone.

What to do if your iPhone won't charge due to a dirty port

iPhone 5 and other models often do not charge due to simple dirt getting into the charging port. The main difficulty is that debris is not always visually noticeable. The conclusion is obvious - you shouldn’t carry a smartphone in your pants or trouser pockets, where all sorts of garbage constantly ends up.

Most often, garbage accumulates for a long time in the connector until it accumulates in such a heap that charging stops altogether. Due to the frequent connection of the device with the Lightning cable, the dust is compressed and prevents normal connection with the device.

Important! Cleaning by hand with a needle should not be done, as this may lead to mechanical damage elements of the smartphone, up to the failure of the controller.

To remove debris, use a wooden toothpick. Special attention Pay attention to the corners, they are where the most debris accumulates most often. Try not to damage the contacts.

Important! After cleaning, you need to connect the device to the charging unit and wait about 15 minutes, since when the smartphone is deeply discharged, it will take time to transmit any signals.

iPhone won't charge due to a faulty USB port

You should first make sure that the USB connector to which the cable is connected is working properly; therefore, if there is a malfunction, the iPhone 5s, like any other model, will not charge. U desktop computer There are many ports built in, it’s worth using another option. The technique is simple due to the possibility of quick diagnosis.

Important! There may not be enough voltage supplied to the computer ports to fast charging smartphone, because of this the speed is reduced or completely absent. It is recommended to charge from a wall outlet.

There are some options for adjusting port power thanks to settings on the computer, but their use is recommended only if the preliminary optimization is incorrect.

Important! You should not charge from the keyboard.

iPhone 6 won't charge due to damaged charger

Very often iPhone 7 and older models do not charge due to problems with charging unit. Most of all cases are related to user actions.

There are a number of important factors to consider when it comes to charging:

1. Always buy original chargers. Chinese chargers, in the vast majority of cases, lead to serious disruptions in the operation of the smartphone. For some owners, such accessories led to rapid wear of the battery, for others they caused damage to the controller, and sometimes even led to the breakdown of the device. It’s definitely worth paying extra for original chargers.

1. If the cable is original, there is another risk - simple wear and tear on the cord. Few users treat cables with care; therefore, they often step on them, cords rub against the edges of furniture or are crushed by legs. The wiring inside the charger is quite fragile and must be handled with care. Frequent kinks are extremely harmful to the cable. Sometimes, due to a faulty cord, charging stops at a certain point.
2. "The cable is not certified." Apple has come up with special algorithms for checking the originality of the cable used. As the iOS ways authentication is improving and few cables are able to pass them. It is recommended to charge with the original device.

Smartphone malfunction

Any element of a smartphone can be damaged, possibly due to defects, but more often due to improper use. Mostly the controller or battery is damaged. In this case, you will have to contact the service center.

The original iPhone cable has two significant drawbacks: it is very unreliable and very expensive. And, of course, no one wants to pay 1,590 rubles (yes, that’s how much a charging cable made at Apple factories costs) for a cable that a priori will not last long, and therefore many decide to buy a non-original charger.

And having saved a fair amount (prices for non-original cables start from 100 rubles!), the happy user returns home, but bad luck - when he connects his iPhone to a new cable, he realizes that the gadget is not charging and does not sync with iTunes, and a depressing message appears on his screen the inscription - “This cable or accessory is not certified...”. What to do in such a situation? Let's find out!

What can I say - for an ignorant user, this state of affairs is, to put it mildly, discouraging. There is a silent question in his eyes - “Well, how did my smartphone even know that I didn’t buy the charger for it in the App Store?!”

And, really, where from? Experts have different opinions on this matter. Some argue that the reason is a cunning mechanism built into iOS that recognizes the original wire by certain “beacons”, others that a special chip signaling authenticity is built into the charger itself. However, one way or another, the fact remains that Apple duly made sure that non-original cables do not work with the iPhone.

Not all non-original cables are equally non-original

However, here’s a paradox: on the Internet there are a lot of users who claim: “I bought a non-original wire and everything works!” In fact, no paradox, just according to the “law” Apple i-devices You can charge not only from cables made directly by the Apple giant - that is, original ones, but also from those made by partner manufacturers - the result is a non-original "part", but it has certification. These charging wires have a special marking - MFI (Made for iPhone).

The quality of products marked with this honorary sign is controlled personally by Apple. And, by the way, from each manufacturer working under the MFI program, Apple receives, so to speak, a “tax.” This fact leads to the fact that MFI chargers are more expensive than those that do not have such markings, but still not as expensive as the original ones. The average price for a non-original certified cable is 500 rubles.

Where can I buy an MFI cable for iPhone? In general, in any good store electronics. Ask a consultant and they will help you.

What to do if the iPhone does not charge using a non-original cable?

However, back to our problem, the cable has already been purchased and refuses to charge our iPhone or synchronize it with the PC. What to do? Good news! Users have come up with several “cheats” for Apple’s all-seeing eye. We'll tell you about them all.

By the way, as you know, the original Lightning is distinguished by its ability to work with a smartphone, no matter which side you insert it into ( this opportunity implemented according to the circuit, a special switch is installed in the cable chip), however, non-native Lightning may not have such an option (the Chinese simply forget to take into account the above-mentioned switch in the circuit), and therefore in order for the wire to start charging, it may simply need to be inserted on the other side.

"Close, close"

In some situations, in order for a non-original cable to start charging, it is enough to do the following:

Surprisingly, quite often this strange instruction helps. Are you one of those lucky ones? Then let's try the next method.

Turn off and on

This tricky method for working an iPhone with a non-original cable is as follows:

• Turn off the device.
• We connect it to a power outlet (if we want to synchronize with iTunes, we connect it to the PC).
• We turn on the smartphone and... it's charging!

By the way, if you now pull out the wire and insert it back, charging/communication with the PC will stop; to resume it, the iPhone will have to be turned off again.

Airplane mode

Some users, however, claim that there is no need to turn the smartphone on and off in vain; you can fool it simply by activating the airplane mode. Moreover, sometimes it’s enough to just turn it on, connect the smartphone to the charger, and when, as they say, the process starts, you can turn it off, but more often, you need to keep the airplane mode active the entire time it’s charging.

What are the dangers of using an iPhone with non-original cables?

Unfortunately, the fact that non-original cables do not charge the iPhone or do not sync to iTunes is not the main danger they pose. Hundred-ruble Chinese wires are not made according to standards, and therefore the proper balance of voltages and currents may not be maintained, as a result of which, in the best case, the iPhone will take longer to charge and/or discharge faster, in the worst case, the power controller will fail, which will entail very expensive repairs. For the fifth iPhone, such a repair will cost, for example, $100, and this is not a situation where you can fix the device yourself.

However, we will not advise buying the original wire for 1590 rubles. You don’t have to pay a lot of money for the original, but buying a Chinese cable for 100 rubles for such an expensive gadget like an iPhone, risking its “health”, is simply ridiculous, you’ll agree. What do we recommend? Sticking to the golden mean and purchasing a certified cable is an acceptable price and a guarantee of quality.

Why won't my iPhone charge using the original cable?

And finally, let’s consider another very interesting question. Sometimes discouraged users ask, “Why did my iPhone refuse to charge from the original cable, displaying the message “This cable is not certified?” The answer is actually simple. Sometimes this happens if the cable is damaged or its contacts are clogged.

Lightning cables, which were first introduced with the iPhone 5, are especially susceptible to this problem. The charging cable for the 4S and earlier models still had a more reliable design. So if the iPhone 5 does not charge from the original cable (or, in general, any other model), try cleaning it with a cotton swab and alcohol. If it doesn't help, you'll have to buy a new one. Luckily, you already know how to choose the right one.

Let's summarize

So, if the iPhone does not charge using a purchased non-original charger, this problem can be fixed. However, you need to understand that using a non-native cable can have dire consequences. On the other hand, buying an original wire is not very economical. Our solution - a certified cable with MFI marking - is not expensive and is guaranteed to be of high quality! By the way, do you understand that MFI cables are also counterfeited? So, of course, you should only buy them from reliable sellers!

Almost every user has encountered breakdowns of mobile equipment. It’s good when faults are detected immediately - there is a chance to return the equipment under warranty. But most breakdowns are discovered later. One of the most common problems is related to the charge battery. Owners of Apple devices are wondering why the iPhone is not charging, although just recently everything was fine?

If your iPhone 4S (or any other iPhone) is not charging, you should immediately check that the charger is working properly. To do this, you need to find another iPhone and connect the problematic charger to it. A successful start of battery charging indicates that everything is in order with the charger. This means that the problem is with the smartphone itself - it needs to be taken to a service center, where it will be examined by repair specialists.

Don't have another charger? Then you can connect current charging to another iPhone and check its serviceability. If another smartphone is charging, then the problem is with your smartphone - it is quite possible that it needs repair.

But what to do if your iPhone won't charge? Then we take our wallet and go to the nearest mobile phone store or Apple store to buy a new charger. An equally correct solution would be to check the integrity of the charger cable– it is quite possible that this is where the problem lies (buying a new cable will cost less than buying a new charger). You can get the cable for testing from your friends or acquaintances.

You can also use a computer with iTunes to check the integrity of the cable - if the cable is intact, iTunes will detect the connected device.

When buying a charger, give preference to original accessories - thanks to this you will get rid of problems with charging the battery. In addition, the service life of original accessories is disproportionately longer.

Checking the battery

We already know what to do if the iPhone 5s does not charge (as well as any other iPhone) - you need to check the charger and do not forget to check the cable. What should you do if your iPhone is not charging, but shows that it is charging? Possible reasons malfunction occurs:

• The battery life is exhausted;
• The charger is broken;
• The charge control circuit has failed.

If the iPhone shows charging, but does not charge, then the problem may be due to the exhaustion of the battery life. The charging diagram shows that the charge is in progress, but the battery cannot replenish the supply of electricity. What to do? Try turning off your smartphone and charging it overnight - there is a chance that the battery will slightly restore its properties. If there is no improvement, contact a service center to replace the battery.

As we remember, on the original iPhone smartphones non-removable batteries are used - they are replaced at service centers.

iPhone 6s won't charge even though the charging indicator indicates otherwise? Try using a known good one charger– it is quite possible that your charger has failed and cannot provide a normal charging current. If another charger does not help, you should contact the service center.

Other repair methods

Has your iPhone stopped charging even though everything was fine just yesterday? In some cases, the problem is solved by resetting the smartphone to factory settings.- it's all about some kind of malfunction in the on-board software. If this approach doesn't help and your iPhone still won't charge (or pretends not to charge), try restoring via DFU mode– sometimes it helps.

If there are no changes, contact your nearest service center - the fault lies in system board your iPhone.

– the operation is not cheap: Apple gadgets are designed in such a way that the average user simply cannot change the battery with his own hands, so he will have to spend money not only on the battery itself, but also on the work of a specialist. However, there is no need to rush to contact the service center: perhaps it is not a matter of battery wear at all, although the technicians, of course, will not report this and will definitely “attribute” the most “expensive” problem.

Common reasons why an iPhone refuses to charge are:

Lightning (30 Pin) clogged. People who like to carry their smartphones to the beaches most often encounter this problem - the charging connector gets clogged with sand and the plug cannot fit into the hole as it should. Not only sand can damage the connector - dust, lint, and pieces of fabric accumulate in trouser pockets. Solving the problem of a clogged charging connector is simple: you need to clean the hole with a toothpick.

The main thing: do not use sharp metal objects, such as a needle, for cleaning - this can damage the contacts.

There is a problem with the USB port or outlet. Apple recommends recharging gadgets from electrical outlets, and not from USB ports - the ports have a completely different purpose, namely information exchange. However, if you don’t have enough sockets in your room and you have to periodically recharge your gadget from your computer, you’ve probably noticed that some of the PC ports simply don’t charge your iPhone. The problem is the current strength: The USB port has an output of only 0.5A, whereas iPhone charging– 1A. Therefore, the gadget always takes longer to “refuel” from the port. If your smartphone refuses to charge, try changing the USB port (there are usually 3-4 on PCs and laptops) or socket.

Cable fault. The cable that comes with the iPhone is quite fragile - if you constantly bend it, the outer braid will break very soon. It’s easy to inadvertently damage “bare” conductors. If it breaks, buy a new one CERTIFIED cable. Please note that if you buy a Chinese accessory of dubious quality for 150-200 rubles, you risk throwing money away - Apple developers taught Lightning to “recognize” certified cables, so fans of counterfeits can easily see the following message on their iPhone 5:

Users of iPhone 4 modification with a 30 Pin connector will not encounter this message.

Component failure. With such a problem, there is a direct route to the SC. One of three malfunctions is possible: connector module failure(removal price – 500-800 rubles), power controller failure(1400 rubles), battery failure due to wear and tear(the most “expensive” malfunction - you need to stock up 2500-3000 rubles). Approximate prices are given: of course, the cost of work and components will vary depending on the region of the Russian Federation. Advice: Make sure the quality of the work done is still in the service center - recharge your smartphone by at least 2%.

What to do if your iPhone stops charging: step-by-step plan

If the gadget is not “powered” by the original charger, proceed as follows:

Step 1. Reboot your smartphone. This solution is so banal that users, paradoxically, often neglect it. A simple reboot can solve a lot of problems with the gadget.

Step 2. Check the cord, charger, USB port, outlet. Checking, for example, the unit is quite simple: disconnect the cable from it and try to “power” the gadget from USB. If there is a result, the problem is probably in the block, because the cable is working.

Step 3. Clean the charging connector. How and with what to do this has already been discussed earlier.

Step 4. Use Recovery Mode – enter iPhone into recovery mode. Mode Recovery Mode Its effectiveness is similar to a simple reboot, however, it copes better with technical problems (including being able to help with charging problems).

note: After a disaster recovery, the iPhone settings are reset to factory settings, so take care of the safety of important data in advance.

The gadget is put into mode Recovery Mode like this: the user first turns off the iPhone, then presses the " Home” and finally connects the smartphone to the PC with a cable. The following picture on the screen indicates that you are in recovery mode:

Exit from Recovery Mode can be done by long pressing on " Power».

Step 5. Take the gadget to the service center if none of the above measures helped. The iPhone needs high-quality diagnostics and “surgical intervention.” Despite the high cost, waiting to replace the battery or charging connector will not take more than half an hour of your time.

Conclusion

No matter how reliable and durable the manufacturer presents its product, the user needs to be prepared that one day he will still have to contact the service center. In the case of Apple equipment, malfunctions of the charging connector and battery are among the most common. To avoid costly repairs and not become a victim of an unscrupulous (or unqualified) technician, it is recommended to take advantage of the extended warranty offer from the manufacturer AppleCare. With such a guarantee, you will have peace of mind for your smartphone for 2-3 years.