We charge an iPhone of any model without regular charging. What chargers can be used to charge an iPhone? Simple rules! Charge your iPhone with regular charging

I'm sure each of you charges your iPhone in a chaotic manner. Having a "power reserve" of the battery equal to one astronomical day, we always try to recharge on the go ... even if by at least 10-20%.

On the other hand, almost every night our iPhones “roast” on a charge for more than 7 hours. In this article we will find out how to properly charge your iPhone and how these messy charger connections affect battery life. Go!

Well, now some of you will say “ Chuva-a-a-k, why are you rubbing us for game ... ???". I agree ... no one ever has any special questions about charging an iPhone.

There are a couple of interesting nuances that not many people know about. So, I tried to collect all these nuances and put them in one article ... For your general development! Read it - it will be informative and interesting!

If your iPhone runs out of battery quickly -
If iPhone won't charge at all -
IPhone won't turn on -
How to replace iPhone screen do it yourself -
IPhone Charge and Power Controller Replacement -

Charging your new iPhone correctly

There are many theories about how to properly charge new iPhone... I'll tell you how I usually do it myself. There is nothing like that, just if you think sensibly, then the first couple of charging cycles are best done according to the instructions below:

After pulling the iPhone out of the box, connect it to the charger
After the iPhone is charged to 100%, feel free to use it and bring it to a full discharge
After the battery is completely discharged and the iPhone turns off, reconnect it to the charger
Charge your phone to 100% without using it while charging.

It will be better if you do a couple of full charge / discharge cycles... After that, you can charge the phone as you used to do it before. Read about the rest of the nuances below.

Should I leave my iPhone charging overnight?

In order to answer this question, you need to clearly understand what happens to your iPhone after connecting to the power adapter. It's worth saying right away that charging process iPhone battery(like any modern gadgets) manages the iPhone's built-in charging controller.

This controller does not overcharge the battery, while at the same time endeavors to recharge it as soon as reasonably possible. At the same time, up to 80% of the battery is charged at a fairly fast pace, and the last 20%, on the contrary, in a slow mode.

Once the battery is charged, the charging controller cuts off the power supply. The battery is, as it were, left alone, without transferring or taking away the charge from it. In this case, the phone itself is powered from charger.

In other words, during this period of time, the battery is NOT charging or discharging. Therefore, the myth that after reaching 100% charge, the battery goes into a cyclic discharge / recharge mode is complete nonsense. If this were the case, the battery would be subject to additional wear and tear. That, in fact, nobody needs it.

Okay ... Now let's look at one more fact. Any battery is prone to "self-discharge". This is a completely normal process of losing power, provided the battery is not connected to anything. Have Lithium Polymer Batteries self-discharge rate is 5% per month, which in fact is very small (in comparison with other types of batteries).

The charge controller, of course, periodically checks the remaining battery charge and if it detects a significant loss of charge, it will start a new charge cycle. This situation will arise only after the loss of at least 2% of the charge, which in turn can occur no more than once every two weeks.

Thus, if you leave your iPhone on charge for a full month, the built-in battery may be recharged once or twice.

OUTPUT: From the above it follows that BY LEAVING YOUR IPHONE ON CHARGING FOR THE WHOLE NIGHT, YOU DO NOT HARM IT AT ALL.

Which power adapter to use

Standard Power Adapter for iPhone(5V, 1A, 5W) fully charges an average phone in about 1h 30min. I can't say anything more about this adapter. Well, he is ordinary ...

A bit of theory about Apple power adapters. They all have a voltage of 5 volts (V), but different amperage, which is measured in amperes (A) and power, which is measured in watts (W). These three quantities are related by a simple formula: V x A = W.

Example 1: 5V and 1A power adapter has 5W power (standard iPhone charging)
Example 2: power adapter for 5V and 2.1A will already have a power of 10W (charging for iPad)

Can I use an iPad power adapter to charge my iPhone? The answer to this question YES, POSSIBLE... And here the smartest of you has to say “ Why are you soaring again! It's bad for the battery!". Good good! Let's take a look at this issue too ...

The thing is that the automotive power grid is far from the standard for voltage / current stability, and those are cheap car chargers, which many people use, cannot protect the phone from surges in the car's electrical network.

If you are faced with a problem when your phone stops charging, “does not accept” even the original charging and cable, it takes a very long time or does not fully charge - most likely the problem is in a damaged charging controller. And believe me, in 90% of such cases, car chargers are to blame.

If you do spend most of your day on the road and need to recharge your iPhone from your car's cigarette lighter, don't press on when buying a car charger. Better to overpay a couple of dollars, but get a known quality branded item.

Personally, I like the company's products Ugreen which I wrote about above. All the products I purchased from them inspire confidence and really work. The simplest one for 5V and 1A (which is just right for charging an iPhone in a car) costs $ 6.99.

Long iPhone storage

If for some reason you decide to put your iPhone away for long-term storage, be sure to follow the rules below:

charge your iPhone to about 50%. Storing the device with a fully charged battery may result in partial loss of the original capacity of this battery. Conversely, if you store the device with a fully discharged battery, it can go into a deep discharge state;
Turn off the device;
Store the device in a dry place with a temperature environment no more than 32C;
If your iPhone is going to lie on the shelf for more than six months, charge it to 50% every 6 months.

So how do you properly charge your iPhone? As you probably understood from the article, there are no special rules. The iPhone has built-in foolproof protection (aka power controller) so that any user does not have to bother about charging the phone. As a personal example, I used the iPhone 4S for four years and charged it in a chaotic manner.

Most of the time, it was fully charged overnight, but sometimes you had to connect it to the power adapter during the day. And what happened to the battery in 4 years? Yes, nothing has become ... She also keeps plus or minus one day.

So don't worry too much about charging your iPhone. Charge it whenever you want and how much you want. The main thing is not to use dubious Chinese chargers.

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Instructions

The power source is not always nearby when the battery is used up, but if you have a cable from a phone with a USB output, you can charge without a charger.

You can recharge the battery using a cable from a device that has USB output... This is a computer, and, and a radio tape recorder in a car, as well as other devices that use electricity. To charge your iPhone in this way, you need to plug the cable into the phone and into the power source.

It should be borne in mind that with this method of replenishing the battery charge, the phone may replenish its reserve slightly. Therefore, for example, using the phone as a navigator, charging it from, you can get into a mess on the road. It is better in such a situation to use an adapter to USB, which is inserted into. This is a great way to recharge your phone while on the go.

If you actively use a mobile device, then you probably do not have enough energy when you are away from home for a long time. In such a situation, you need to find out if the iPhone is not charged using a special case from Apple... Original Juice Tank Helium Bumper Device:
- allows you to keep the battery charge up to 80% longer;
- protects the iPhone from external influences with a dense thin case that does not spoil the appearance of the device.

The charging case for the iPhone allows you to recharge the device, if necessary, by pressing a single button, while the power supply on the case itself can be determined using light indicators.

Currently, you can find many models of charging cases for milking iPhones on the shelves, so you can certainly choose for yourself the best option for a reasonable amount.

In 2014, the iPhone maker went a step further and offered users to recharge their phones using the iQi Mobile portable wireless device.

This little thing allows the phone to replenish the power supply using the properties of magnetic induction. This makes it possible to charge the iPhone anytime, anywhere, without having sockets and wires at hand. The small size of the charging will make it almost invisible, and therefore will not spoil appearance iPhone.

iQi Mobile includes a thin magnetic plate, a charging cradle, a flex cable and a port for a lightning connector.
The clip with a cord can be easily hidden in the soft case, even while working with the device. To charge your iPhone without charging, you need to attach to back cover phone plate by inserting the cord into the connector, pack all the parts in a protective case and place the plate on the portable charger. The only drawback of iQi Mobile is its slow operation.

Breakdown of the charger, poor-quality or non-original adapter, lack of electricity. These and many other reasons can prevent the user from charging the iPhone. However, just for such a case, there are many other modern methods for recharging the device.

If you do not have an original charger at hand, and the battery is almost running out, you can use one of the following simple methods. Most of them can be worthy alternatives to Lightning.

Via USB port

If you only have a USB cable at hand, you can use it and your computer to charge your mobile device. For this, USB 2.0 and 3.0 connectors are suitable. The disadvantage of this method is that the cable has insufficient power, so it will take a lot of time to reach 100% charge.

If you connect the USB cable to the adapter, you can use a wall outlet instead of a computer. This method will be faster, but it will take up to several hours to wait.

Charging without a cord

There are two known alternative power sources that are offered by the modern market:

solar battery. It is a portable device that accumulates solar energy and can transfer it to a mobile phone in the form of a cherished percentage of the battery. Naturally, in cloudy weather, use solar battery it will be difficult;
portable accumulator. Can be wired (imply the required presence USB cable) and wireless. You can purchase the device at price range from 500 rubles to several thousand. The only difference will be in power: the more powerful the "charger", the more expensive it is. Optimal level capacity is considered to be 10,000 mAh.

So that the battery can give energy to the mobile in difficult situation, it must also be recharged in a timely manner.

Note! Another lesser known device is considered to be a device that converts heat into electrical energy. It is installed directly on the fire (or near it), after which it is connected to a mobile phone. This method is ideal for hiking or other conditions in which it will be difficult to get electricity.

IQi Mobile Wireless Charger

An innovative device from Apple is an original battery that charges a mobile device contactlessly under any conditions. The advantages of the iQi Mobile Wireless Charging device are:

affordable cost;
light weight and compact dimensions (it is convenient to take with you on the road);
the ability to place the device under a mobile case;
no need for sources of electricity;
the ability to charge the gadget;
high charging speed;
Compatible with all iPhone models including X, 7 Plus, SE, etc .;
work without using USB cord.

All that is required for work is a compatible charger such as Koolpuck or Koolpad. It is enough to arrange wireless charging next and the battery percentage will start to increase rapidly.

Battery case

The battery case is an innovative development invented for those who constantly need to charge their phone when the network is not nearby. This device works in the following way:

We install the mobile phone inside. To do this, pull back the top edge and insert the device.
We charge. While in the charging case, the iPhone works automatically. In order not to waste extra energy, control the level on the screen of your mobile device.
We remove from the charge. To do this, pull back the top edge and take out the phone.

Note! The charging case also needs to be recharged. It uses a USB Lightning cable and any user-friendly power source. You can use a licensed "charger" for the iPhone.

Since such a case is not equipped with any indicators, its charge level must be monitored through an Apple device. To do this, set the phone for charging in the case, after which two battery indicators will be displayed on its screen - the main one and for Smart Battery Case.

What to do if iPhone won't charge

Sometimes it is not possible to charge a mobile device even when the original charger is at hand. Knowing the reasons for this phenomenon, you can try to fix the problem at home. Consider possible ways solutions:

faulty USB port. Notebook malfunctions can result in problems with USB connectors... If you charge your iPhone this way, test all ports by constantly monitoring the charge level. Often this method helps, and charging starts in one or several ports;
dirty connector for Lightning. This happens even if you use a case and keep the device completely clean. Try cleaning the connector with a toothpick, but be careful not to damage internal contacts... It is best to walk carefully in the corners without touching the central part. After that, the entrance should be purged and you can start charging.

If the phone is so discharged that it turns off, it naturally may not immediately respond to the charger. Wait 10-15 minutes before moving on to the next method.

If none of the other methods helped, but you are using the original charger, then most likely the problem lies in the mobile device itself. Problems can occur with the battery, firmware, or power controller. In this case, you will need to contact service center for diagnostics and subsequent repair work.

We use other chargers

Any specialist will confidently say that for high-quality charging iPhone is better just use the original device. But this is not always possible, and besides, certified models are quite expensive. In such situations, users resort to using other chargers, for example:

Chinese counterparts. Using cheap analog chargers is an effective way to charge your mobile device. It's cheap, but very short-lived.
direct charge. This method is very dangerous, however, experienced users can take the risk and use it. For implementation, you will need to disassemble the iPhone and remove the battery. After that, carefully cut off the connector from any charger: you will see wires of blue (+) and red (-) colors. We connect these wires to the contacts on the battery and fasten them with electrical tape. It will be impossible to control the charge level, but if everything is done correctly, then be sure that the device will be charged. If you are not sure if you can organize the process safely, then this method better not to use!

The described methods can only be suitable for the most extreme cases and for one-time use. It is strictly not recommended to use them constantly: it can harm both the mobile device and your health.

What is better not to do

At times iPhone users who cannot charge their device in any way, go to extreme measures for this or neglect the safety rules. Such users should know in advance what absolutely must not be done:

constantly use uncertified chargers. Hundreds of fire cases known mobile phone, battery failure, serious breakdowns. The reasons for these problems were non-original chargers. Cheap counterparts will do your iPhone a disservice, so it's better to pay more and buy the original Lightning;
try to disassemble the phone yourself. Especially you should not do this if you are not versed in mobile devices... You can be sure that as a result you will have to contact the service center;
Do not leave the mobile to charge after the battery is fully charged. It renders big influence on the battery and shortens its life;
follow the instructions. Additional chargers must be used strictly in accordance with it. Do not neglect the safety rules and the battery will serve you for a long time.

Important! Experts recommend keeping your charge at a medium level. It ranges from 40% to 80%. It is better not to bring the charge level to 100% and do not allow it to fall to 0%: this will wear out the battery. Ideally, charge your device more often, but for a shorter period of time.

Outcomes

There are many devices, including non-standard ones, that help you charge your iPhone even in difficult conditions. However, it is not recommended to use them all the time, but only in rare cases. The best and in a safe way the original device remains for charging.

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Many of us have found ourselves in situations where the iPhone is about to run out of battery in the middle of the day, the smartphone shows only 10% charge and flashes threateningly red, and there is no charger at hand. And while we are in the city center, there are no friends nearby who would borrow a charger. What can be done in this case? Here are five helpful tips.

It makes no sense to give such obvious advice, how to always carry a charger or a portable charger that does not require an outlet. Moreover, in megacities, every second smartphone owner always has a charger with him. But it also happens that we can simply forget to take this vital thing with us, accidentally leaving it in another bag or on the nightstand. Therefore, we will try to decide what to do if neither charging nor portable charger is in your arsenal.

1. If you are in or near a mall, find a store that has charging lockers. Usually in some stores of well-known networks there are small cabinets with chargers for various connectors. And while you try on clothes, your phone will be charged.

A similar service is available, for example, in the Moskva bookstore on Tverskaya Street. Contact the information department with a request to charge your phone - you are unlikely to be denied.

2. Another easy way is to go to any salon. cellular communication and ask to recharge the phone. The likelihood that you will be rejected is very small. But it is best in such cases to contact the salon of one of the operators - in some such services are taken for granted. Besides, in the salons of cellular communication there are chargers for all models. You can also go to an electronics store with the same request.

Whether this service will be paid depends on the seller. However, if you have to pay, then a little - 50-100 rubles maximum.

3. There are special terminals for charging phones. Unfortunately, there are not as many of them as ATMs and payment terminals. They are usually found in large shopping centers, cafes, waiting rooms at train stations and airports. There are several wires in the cells of the terminal, which are suitable for all models. This pleasure costs about 50 rubles per hour.

4. Smartphones are known to drain faster than regular phones. It happens by different reasons... We want to tell you about a few more life hacks that will speed up the charging process and save energy on your smartphones.

If you have very little time to recharge, then turn on Airplane Mode on your Airplane Mode - and charging will go much faster. Alternatively, you can simply turn off your phone while charging. The smartphone will not use up energy, but it will receive it much faster.

5. If you do not have the opportunity to turn off your phone or activate Airplane Mode, since you, for example, do not want to miss an important call, then try turning off unnecessary functions. It can be GPS, Bluetooth, LTE. All these functions take on some of the energy. By disabling them, you can speed up the charging process a little. When using your smartphone, keep these features turned off when you are not directly using them. This will make your smartphone drain more slowly. There is also a classic helpful advice to save energy - reduce the screen brightness and the screen auto-off time in the settings.

Each of us has at least once got into a situation when the phone is discharged at the most inopportune moment, and there is no charger at hand. This is especially annoying when at this time you need to make a very important call or urgently use the phone data. This article will tell you how to avoid embarrassing situations and how to find a way out of them when it seems that it is no longer there.

If you didn't find a charger in your bag, and you need a smartphone right now, then don't give up, nowadays there are many technological new devices that can save you in this difficult moment.

At first glance, the simplest and most obvious way is to use a laptop or PC as a power source, that is, using a USB port. To charge your phone, you just need to have a charging cord with you, and instead of a power supply, use your PC or laptop by connecting one end of the cord to your iPhone and the other to your computer. Of course, the charge rate will be a little less, but you are already saved, the rest is just to wait a little while.

Charging with third party power supplies

There are many accessories on the electronic market that can be used to successfully recharge your battery. It can be PowerBank from various manufacturers and various portable drives... The system of their work is very clear - you connect the gadget to the phone and enjoy the result.

1 Using a portable battery or whatever it is called Power bank, you don't have to worry about how many percent is on your phone, because you carry a "second battery" with you. On the this moment the choice and pricing policy of such devices is very large, and you can find exactly the one that will suit you in terms of color, price and characteristics.

2 Portable batteries powered by nature. Not so long ago, devices that have appeared on the shelves have already won the hearts of fans. active rest... If your phone is down, and you are high in the mountains, on a sunny beach, or maybe just in the country, power sources are suitable for you, which will help you charge your smartphone using fire, wind or the energy of the sun. Each of these methods is actually very simple and easy to use.

How can you charge without a cord?

To charge your irreplaceable gadget without using a cord, there are several innovative types of energy sources. Especially for iPhone 6 and other models, we have developed a very stylish and convenient, both for working at the desktop and at home, iQi Mobile charging, thanks to which you can forget about the heap of wires. It is enough just once to place it on a horizontal surface convenient for you and the telephone will always be at hand. This type of charger is suitable for models: iphone 5, iphone 5s, 5c, 6, 6 +. Unfortunately, the iPhone 4 does not support this type of device.

You can also charge your iPhone using a special Smart Battery Case. He comes up to iphone models 6, 6 +. One part of this case is flexible enough to slide in or out an iPhone with ease. While charging in such a case, the navigation panel of the device will display 2 stages of charging - the built-in battery and the case. Using this accessory, it becomes possible to talk on a cellular connection for about 25 hours or surf the Internet for about 18 hours. Maximum convenience when turning on makes this accessory top-end, because in order for it to work, you just need to press the power button and you're done.

Charging in public places without charger

It so happens that you went shopping in a mall or decided to have a cup of coffee with friends, and your smartphone suddenly gives out an ominous red battery. Even if there is no charger at hand, there is a way out. In addition to a variety of accessories, there are very comfortable and effective ways how to charge an iphone or other smartphone if you are in a public place. We can offer you some of them:

1 Special terminals for charging devices. These are special cells, inside which there are several types of charging cords, you can leave your phone there for a while and return for it whenever you want, and it will already be waiting for you with full battery and ready for further use. Such cases are only gaining popularity, so you can find them inside the airport buildings, railway station, large shopping centers and cafes.

2 If you are in a cafe, then most likely you can ask the bartender at the counter or the waiter to put the phone on charge for a while. Almost every cafe has such a completely free service. 3 Walking around the Mall, you can go to your phone's brand store or any other electronics store and ask to put your phone on a little recharge. You are unlikely to be refused, since such stores have chargers for almost any phone model. 4 If you are driving, you should not be upset when stopping in for a gas station, while your car is refueling, you can ask to recharge your phone a little while you yourself have a cup of tea or coffee. This service is also free.

False ways or what is better not to do

The internet is filled with many videos and detailed instructions how to charge your phone with fruits such as apples and lemons. In fact, it will not do any good, and may even harm your phone, and your charging input may break or burn out along with the phone.

There is also a method on the Internet that describes in detail how to strip the wires on a broken charger or how to charge with wires. We do not recommend performing such operations without proper repair experience and skills in working with electronics.

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You can put your phone into Avio or Airplane mode. In this mode, the phone will drain much more slowly.
If it is not possible to use the first option, then just turn off GPS and other additional functions... Also lower the screen brightness.