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Guides for the Wi-Fi version of the iPad Mini 2. Announced October 22nd and released November 12th, 2013. The iPad mini 2, also known as the iPad mini with Retina Display, has all the pixels of the iPad Air in a smaller 7.9" form factor.

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Charging Problem - not charging

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I have an ipad mini 2 - model A1489 - when plugged in on charge it shows the lightning indicator, showing it is charging, but never gets past 2% and will switch off straight away when its disconnected, which indicates its not holding charge either.

I've opened it to inspect it, looked at the circuit board under a microscope and can't see anything missing. This is, by the way, the first time its been opened.

Here's the fun part, its been used by a child so is likely to have been dropped, although no visible signs of damage or water damage. whilst on charge it reboots every 5-10 minutes too.

Could this be a worn a battery?

I've tried several different cables and I am using a good charger.

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Sounds like a faulty battery to me.

You'll have to get it replaced.

Just in case below :)

You can get the part from here:

iPad mini 2 Battery

Guide on how to replace it:

iPad Mini 2 Wi-Fi Battery Replacement

iPad mini 2 Battery Image

Product

iPad mini 2 Battery

$34.99

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Thats what i was thinking, it comes on with charge then dies as soon as you disconnect it. Thanks for your reply

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