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iPad Air 4: iPad Air 4 Battery Not Showing Battery Percentage

Sat, 11 Nov 2023 12:21:51 -0700

I have changed the Touch ID/Power Button on my iPad Air 4. Once I turned on the iPad, it booted normally to the lock screen. When I went to settings->battery, it shows me 1%, and after and during charging, it shows 0% remaining.

Thanks in advance!

⟐ Commented novembro 11, 2023 at 12:21 GMT-7

iPad Air 4: Post-screen repair backlight issue (I think...)

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 21:10:59 -0700

I just replaced the LCD using the iFixit screen replacement. When I test the screen, the iPad turns on but only the backlight. Then, after about 6 seconds, the backlight turns off again. This process repeats itself as long as the iPad is plugged in directly to power. However, when I plug the iPad into the computer, neither iTunes nor the computer recognizes it.

Uh, there is an additional circumstance that could factor here... I also damaged the far left portion of battery connector.

No matter how hard I tried, I could not fit any sort of cardstock or otherwise stiff paper as a blocker. Until this iPad, I've never had any issues but there simply wasn't any room to slide anything in. So, I used a pick and...well..."gently"... pried a gap just to fit a pick in. Initially, it was fine but, as I tried working it a little further in...well...you see what happened. The other side also had a pick but with no damage.

Despite the obvious damage, it still seems that the contacts are touching AND the broken portion doesn't appear to have any circuitry that I can see. It looks like the critical portion of the logic board remain intact and so my initial thought was that the damage wouldn't have an impact but... now I'm not so sure.

One thing I've also done was to put kapton tape over the damage and then apply pressure to ensure m2m contact and then plug in to power. It didn't seem to have any impact.

⟐ Commented novembro 09, 2023 at 21:10 GMT-7

iPad Pro 12.9" 5th Gen: Does iFixit offer a usb-c port for the iPad Pro 5th Gen?

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 09:18:57 -0700

I am looking to replace the charging port on my iPad because it got damaged and Apple wants to charge me $700 for repairs. I tried looking on the iPad Pro parts for my iPad, but couldn’t find it. I did find one offered, but it said it wasn’t compatible.

Does iFixit have the correct usb-c port, or do I have to get the port from somewhere else?

⟐ Commented setembro 12, 2023 at 9:18 GMT-7

iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Gen: Board Level issue I think...iPad won't recognize battery level

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 15:56:09 -0700

After screen replacement and battery replacement (both ifixit parts), iPad won't indicate battery level; but does turn on when plugged in. I tried to put in old battery, same issue. I replaced usb socket, same issue. wiped iPad, reset, etc. sill same issue so not software issue. I'm assuming I damaged board level when trying to stick the card in the battery connection to keep it disconnected before screen removal. I can do some board level work and have all the tools but not very experienced with it and my eyes are not very good enough to see under microscope; but I do have one. Anybody know about this fix or want take it on if I send you an pay you to fix it? Know someone who can?

⟐ Commented setembro 07, 2023 at 15:56 GMT-7

iPad Pro 10.5": iPad restarting every 180 seconds because of missing 'TG0B' sensor

Sun, 06 Aug 2023 09:05:39 -0700

I have an iPad that keeps restarting every ~180 seconds. Panic logs from 3u say that thermalmonitord is not able to communicate with the TG0B sensor. I've googled and found out that this sensor responsible for battery thermal management; basically the iPad is not able to detect the battery. Even in 3u tools the 'Actual Capacity' of the battery shows up as 100mAh, and other fields as N/A.

I've made sure that the battery contacts on the motherboard are fine and properly making a connection with the contacts onthe battery. I've also tried using a battery from another working iPad of the same model. The problem still persists though.

Does anyone know where the TG0B sensor itself is located on the motherboard so I can examine it?

Thanks!

⟐ Answered agosto 06, 2023 at 9:05 GMT-7

iPad Pro 10.5": Home button is not working after new screen replacement

Sat, 01 Jul 2023 05:49:21 -0700

I replaced the new screen on iPad Pro 10.5 but the home button is not working at all. I remove it and install the home button again but it is not. any idea why it is not working?

⟐ Answer edited julho 01, 2023 at 5:49 GMT-7

iPad Pro 12.9" 5th Gen: When can I find replacement LED display for this iPad?

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:09:14 -0700

My current display is broken but still working, I got isopropyl alcohol inside the display from cleaning it. Touch still works but a visible purple mark still stands.

⟐ Commented junho 30, 2023 at 0:09 GMT-7

iPad Pro 11": Screen replacment adhesive built in!

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 07:35:49 -0700

Hello everyone

Am about to fix my broken ipad ( screen and battery ). But i notice in the parts descrption that the screen ifixit provide it have adhesive already.

So. Is it true the screen have adhesive already so i don’t need to buy one or not!!?

⟐ Commented junho 29, 2023 at 7:35 GMT-7

iPad mini 4 Wi-Fi: Why can't I delete Apps after replacing Screen w/ original Home button

Sun, 25 Jun 2023 06:49:22 -0700

I replaced the screen/digitizer combo and moved over the original home button. Put everything back together, did multiple restores, and DFU restore and I still cannot delete apps. The little x in the corner comes up but pressing it does nothing. Also when installing new apps they stall or do not even show up on the homescreeen after they’ve been installed. App store shows “open” but clicking it does nothing. Any advice on whats going on here?

⟐ Commented junho 25, 2023 at 6:49 GMT-7

iPad 7 Wi-Fi: Unresponsive screen touch won’t work

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 08:51:16 -0700

Touch screen won’t work to the touch rebooted it and also didn’t work, how can I fix it if I open it?

⟐ Answered junho 22, 2023 at 8:51 GMT-7

iPad 10: Heating issue/screen brightness effected

Thu, 18 May 2023 07:31:58 -0700

Could it be possible to give me the dimensions of where the logic board is so I can place some heatsinks to try and keep ipad cooler so the screen don't keep reducing brightness. I'm sure it's a heat issue as once temperature is reduce the brightness of screen returns to normal.

⟐ Commented maio 18, 2023 at 7:31 GMT-7

iPad 6: Why is my screen showing colored lines and it is frozen

Mon, 15 May 2023 04:35:25 -0700

How can I fix this, this problem has been recurring for a while now, normally it will do this for about like 20mins then it will go back to normal. This time it is more severe. It all started when my friend pressed down very hard against the IPad, then it started flashing. Can you please help?

⟐ Answered maio 15, 2023 at 4:35 GMT-7

iPad 2 GSM: Replace sim slot without taking the sim card tray out?

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 10:58:14 -0700

My iPad sim slot is broken. It’s stuck so I need to replace but can I replace when the tray is still in the slot?

⟐ Answered abril 27, 2023 at 10:58 GMT-7

iPad mini 4 Wi-Fi: Red Screen Of Death (ROSD) solutions?

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 07:46:42 -0700

The infamous Red screen of death has claimed my father's Ipad mini 4 wifi. Many people have said the problem had to do with the NAND or storage chip. I am unsure if this information is reliable.

I have resorted to the professionals, will someone bestow upon me a possible solution?

(If it helps, my father was updating it before the effects of RSOD took place)

⟐ Answered abril 05, 2023 at 7:46 GMT-7

iPad Air 3: Liquid damage so screen doesn't work but everything else seems to work

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 06:54:58 -0700

So, I spilled coffee all over my iPad. After drying it out I tested it and it actually restarted to the home screen but the touch screen part of the display didn't work. I was able to see that bluetooth and wifi worked and so it seemed the damage was centered on the display. After shutting it down and restarting over the next day or two the device began an endless loop of restarting. That's when I decided to disassemble it. Currently I have the display off the device and deciding on my next move. I'd like to repair it but has questions.

How best do I test the device aside from the display to determine they are sound?

Does the restarting behavior I described above make this issue more severe?

Is the corrosion taking its toll on this and no worth to repair?

I'd appreciate any thoughts. Thanks,

Took the device apart. Would be curious on your take on how bad or not so bad these look.

I'm planning on cleaning these up and giving them a go. Thanks.

⟐ Edited by author março 22, 2023 at 6:54 GMT-7

iPad Air LTE: Data Recovery from a Dead Ipad

Sat, 18 Mar 2023 15:12:24 -0700

Please I have an iPad Air 1, with a damaged charging port, as a result the battery has gone dead and I'm unable to charge it up.

I have researched on how to replace the charging port of an iPad Air 1 and I learnt it involves some microsoldering techniques which can be quite difficult. I have taken it to several repair shops and they are unable to help me out as they lack the necessary skills.

Right now, I am looking for any possible means to recover my data from the iPad as I unfortunately do not have an iCloud back up.

The options I am evaluating includes.

Buying an iPad Air 1 Battery replacement and changing the battery out, hoping that the new battery has some juice in it enough to power the battery to allow me recover my documents, but the downside is that with a damaged charging port, I may not be able to connect to a PC to get what I need.
To Buy a completely New iPad Air 1, and possibly open it up, to swap the motherboard and any other parts that may be useful and contributes to the storage from the old iPad onto the new one, with hopes of being able to restore all my lost data. But I don't know how feasible this is, and whether it's even possible.

Please at the moment, I'm out of options and need help. I am open to any suggestions. Thank you.

⟐ Commented março 18, 2023 at 15:12 GMT-7

iPad Air 2: Why won’t my iPad turn on?

Sat, 18 Mar 2023 01:00:44 -0700

My iPad has a completely black screen, but I can hear it when I plug it in and sometimes I can hear it make the typing I sound when I press the screen.
I have tried to press the volume and home button for 10 and over seconds, but the Apple logo comes on and the screen brightens for a second before going completely dark again. Thanks for your help!

⟐ Commented março 18, 2023 at 1:00 GMT-7

iPad 7 Wi-Fi: Does anyone know for sure if the ipad 7,8 and 9 Use the same port?

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 15:35:02 -0700

Does anyone know for sure if the ipad 7,8 and 9 Use the same charging port? I did a 9th Gen port replacement the other day and realized that it was labeled 7th Gen when I was finished. It did work fine but any time I search online they are sold individually for each model rather then listing compatibility for all 3. Just curious if anyone has any insight on this.

⟐ Answered março 07, 2023 at 15:35 GMT-7

iPad 7 Wi-Fi: Screen glitching after glass/digitizer replacement URGENT

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 18:34:34 -0700

Backstory, I'm no professional but have been fixing iPhone/iPod Screens since I was 8 years old. I've always been the go-to to fix iPhone screens but have only ever been self taught from iFixIt Guides.

Anyways - I have tried to repair only my 2nd iPad ever from a family member the other day with just the worst luck. Everything has gone wrong with this repair and I'm so stressed at this point, I can't afford to dump any money into this as I believe I messed this up on my own.

Firstly, I was only asked to replace the screen as it was cracked. Ok, easy enough. Worked on it the other day and finally after 4 hours, got it all back together and done. Went to put the screen on and didn't realize the frame was gashed and CRACKED THE NEW SCREEN.

Anywhom, I said whatever and bought a new one and went to go replace it.

ISSUE THAT I NEED HELP WITH BELOW

Did a function test with the old cracked screen and the newly cracked screen. All was working as should.
After installing the new screen(2nd new one) it is now found that the LCD screen is glitching.
It is that "Ghost Touch" and moves the screen around, types in random passwords ETC.
I thought maybe it was the LCD itself. Replaced that, did not fix issue.
I tried with old glass digitizer, this ghost touch glitching problem is still there. I know it's not the digitizer.
Even if my hands are off the LCD screen and it is ONLY the LCD screen plugged in, I'm getting this ghost touch issue.
Checked the board connectors and all pins seemed fine. From a visual inspection of the Micro PCB connections, all looked to have no issue. Do not have a microscope, as I'm NOT A PROFESSIONAL. This was only confirmed from a visual inspection.

I really appreciate the help and support, as I've been stressed and really losing it over this thing. Not really sure where else to go.

⟐ Answered março 06, 2023 at 18:34 GMT-7

iPad Pro 12.9": Rebooting 120s due to thermalmonitord missing sensor Tc1i Tc1x

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 04:10:11 -0700

I have an iPad Pro that reboots every other minute and creating a panic report, panic report says:

panic(cpu 0 caller 0xfffffff0289ee514): userspace watchdog timeout: no successful checkins from thermalmonitord

service returned not alive with context : is_alive_func returned unhealthy : current 1d7ffffff, mask 1ffffffff, expected 1ffffffff. SD: 0 BC: 0 RC: -1 BS: 0, Missing sensor(s): Tc1i Tc1x

I see a lot of similar threads but with other sensor that its possible the get more information on. A repair shop have tried to change the battery but did not help.

Can anyone help me figure out where the Tc1i Tc1x sensors are located?

I would appreciate that a lot.

⟐ Commented março 03, 2023 at 4:10 GMT-7