Wont stay on unless plugged in

my ipod wont saty on unless plugged in and if i unplug  it the screen fades out and shuts off

Sounds like the battery has reached end of life.

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    My macbook will not stay on without being plugged in. I had my macbook for about 3 years and the battery had less than 200 cycles on it and the computer suddenly would not stay on unless plugged in (went from holding about 1.5 hr charge to not holding charge at all). I purchased a new battery and this battery has 118 cycles on it. It is doing the same thing. When I unplug it the computer shuts off immediately. It will not stay in sleep mode either. What should I do? I assumed that it was because I tend to leave the computer plugged in so that the cycles stay low, but after only 118 cycles? (and the new battery is less than 8 months old). Could my computer be failing to register the battery? Please help me - I don't want to have to spend another $80 on a battery. (Just so you know, I have removed the battery and made sure the connection is good but this did not help.)

    If your problems with the new battery are the same as the old battery, it would seem your Mac isn't charging the battery properly.
    Perhaps it's a Magsafe/charger issue.
    Read through the power section of this User tip here, try everyting, including the SMU Reset and see if that makes any difference.
    https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-3046
    We can't do too much more than that as it seems to be a hardware issue and we can't fix that too much.

  • HT4972 My ipods screen is black and wont turn on unless plugged into the wall

    My ipods screen is black and wont turn on unless plugged into the wall not the computer but when i plug it into the computer and put it in DFU mode it wont restore there is an error 3194 and error 1602 and nothing i do helps

    Here's what I found about error 1602:
    Error 1600, 1601, 1602: Try the following steps to resolve this error:
    Ensure proper USB isolation troubleshooting has been performed, and test with a known-good cable.
    Follow the steps listed for Error 1604.
    This error may be resolved by disabling, deactivating, or uninstalling third-party security, antivirus, and firewall software. See steps in this article for details on troubleshooting security software.
    Error 1603: If you receive this error and the iOS device is not automatically placed into recovery mode, it may be necessary to do so manually. Refer to iPhone and iPod touch: Unable to restore for steps on placing iPhone into forced recovery mode. Also, remove the IPSW and attempt to restore again. If you do not want to remove the IPSW in the original user, try restoring in a new administrator user.
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    This device is not eligible for the requested build: Also sometimes displayed as an "error 3194." If you receive this alert,update to the latest version of iTunes. Third-party security software or router security settings can also cause this issue. To resolve this, follow Troubleshooting security software issues.
    Downgrading to a previous version of iOS is not supported. If you have installed software to perform unauthorized modifications to your iOS device, that software may have redirected connections to the update server (gs.apple.com) within the Hosts file. First you must uninstall the unauthorized modification software from the computer, then edit out the "gs.apple.com" redirect from the hosts file, and then restart the computer for the host file changes to take affect.  For steps to edit the Hosts file and allow iTunes to communicate with the update server, see iTunes: Troubleshooting iTunes Store on your computer, iPhone, iPad, or iPod—follow steps under the heading Blocked by configuration (Mac OS X / Windows) > Rebuild network information > The hosts file may also be blocking the iTunes Store. If you do not uninstall the unauthorized modification software prior to editing the hosts file, that software may automatically modify the hosts file again on restart. Also, using an older or modified .ipsw file can cause this issue. Try moving the current .ipsw file, or try restoring in a new user to ensure that iTunes downloads a new .ipsw.
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  • HT1369 iphone 4 wont turn on unless plugged in,then stuck in recovery and wont restore with error 21,PLEASE HELP

    please i tried everything,when its plugged in wall it turns on but goes to the connect to itunes screen,same when connecting to pc. The second i unplug it it turns off. i tried EVERYTHING from holding off and home to new battery,itunes will pull up and say phones in restore mode i follow instructions and it stops at end saying error 21.please help

    ok i got worst migraine,been doing this a week now.i tried everything in that support as much as i could understand,im not saying im dumb but not the smartest girl for computer stuff.I also did diagnostic test in itunes and it passed all but the connection test and says port (dang i forgot again) something about the port and it was the only thing to fail,the rest passed.does this mean anything? this *** i was using my cell and it just turned off and now all this happened. did i mention it wont turn on unless plugged in wall or computer?

  • I have the iPhone4. It wont stay on unless it's plugged into the charger. When on the charger it doesn't get service or connect to wifi. Sometimes, even on the charager it shuts off. Note: It's always on 100% to 90%. How do I fix this?

    As stated. I have the iPhone4, I've had it personally for a year now. It's a hand-me-down phone from my uncle who had for for at least two years. For an old phone it worked perfectly. The ocassional hang up on the caller when I try to lock it, but overall it worked perfectly.
    Now, it started to glitch out a lot. From not letting me unlock my phone for the few minutes, to now shutting off on on regardless of where it's at. I started noticing that my phone would shut itself off, even at 40% when I'm at work. To fix it I would have to find a charger, plug it in for a few moments and it would turn back on. I would be cautious not to put it upsidedown otherwise it'd shut off again.
    As of last night, ((9/18/13 )) My phone turned off. I've already gone through the charade numerous times. So I put it on my charger but this time when my phone turned on I didn' have service and it didnt get wifi. Even the red buttons/notifications on my phone were there but didn't read any numbers. Obvioulsy I couldn't make calls or even send a text messages. Sometimes when it turns on I can't even use my apps. Even when fully charged, the moment the chargers is slightly out my phone shuts off as if it died
    Now, my phone even on the charger shuts on and off. I'm unable to use apps. I get no service or wifi.
    Is this fixable? Or has my phone had it's last Hoorah?

    it sure sounds like the battery is defect

  • My 4month old Macbook pro wont turn on unless plugged in, but remains on after unplugged.

    I got a brand new macbook pro 4months old.  What happens is it does not turn un unless it is plugged in when I unplug it though it is fine and will run till it dies, BUT if I were to close it and put it to sleep it will not turn back on. I would have to plug it back in and turn it on then I can unplug it and it will be fine till it falls back asleep.
    Once I do turn it back on, a pop up says that I need to re adjust the clock and another trying to search for the internet, even if I was already connected with is 5 min ago. Even apps like tweetdeck and facbook would reset and I would have to enter all my information again, where as before it would just remain there.
    I have NO idea why it is like this and I am not really familiar with a Mac and its OS but any information would be greatly appreciate!
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    Bring it to an Apple store or AASP. You are under warranty.

  • IPad won't stay on unless plugged in to power source

    If I have my iPad 2 plugged in to the wall it will work just fine. However, as soon as I take it off the charger it dies. The battery meter is staying at 40% regardless of how long I leave it on the charger. I was able to perform a restore through iTunes, but it didn't fix the issue.
    Do I have a defective unit, or is there another fix that I have not thought of yet?

    Hi,
    Not sure what you mean by a charger.
    Use the power adapter that came with your iPad and connect to a wall outlet. That will charge the battery the fastest or connect using the USB cable that came with your iPad connect to your computer.
    If you are using a USB hub... http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3169
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  • When iphone 4 locks, wont show screen unless plugged into charger real quick. help please

    hi, so when my iphone locks, i cant see the screen again unless i plug into charger real quick. Home button works, sleep button has been broken. what do i do? i made it so auto locks never happens.

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  • My iphone is stuck in restore mode and wont stay on while plugged into itunes

    when I plug my phone into iTunes it is always being shut off so iTunes cant restore it.....idk what im supposed to do I need iTunes to restore it but it will shut off on its own...iv tried resetting it a bunch of different ways with no luck smh please help

    Hello, Tom.
    Thank you for visiting Apple Support Communities.
    I would recommend processing the steps in the article below.
    If you can't update or restore your iOS device
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1808
    Cheers,
    Jason H.

  • 6th gen ipod nano wont turn on unless plugged in

    I have a 6th gen ipod nano and it will only turn on when plugged into the computer, as soon as I unplug it it turns off. I have tried re-starting it and nothing seems to work

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  • Iphone 4s wont turn on unless plugged in

    HHEEEELLLPPP......only bought the phone in Jan 12. Got iphone 4s. I havent used it or had it switched on for few weeks...then today tried to turn it on but it wouldnt...thought battery was low so connected to lap top but it didnt do anything. So i plugged it in to power supply and it comes on and said battery was almost full (86%) it kept turning itself on/off then as soon as unplug it it turns back off.
    I managed to get it whilst plugged in to laptop to start restoring it but then it stops with error code 1602.....my iphone is now in recovery mode but still doesnt switch on or anything when plug into laptop until i hold power/home buttons together.....and comes on when plugged into power plug.
    Any idea wat problem could be or how to fix it????

    was kinda hoping would be able to get it sorted without doing that as there isnt a store that close to me :-/ ive booked a call back so hopefully they might be able to help

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    I went to get a ZAGG invisibleSHIELD done on my iphone, after the installation, my iphone keeps rebooting to the apple logo without going into the menu screen, and the power button (top button) doesn't work.
    However, everything works perfectly when it is plugged into a power source (both the wall plug and to a computer). It turns on fine, with as if nothing is wrong. I don't even need the itune to boot it.
    Now if unplugged it works fine until the screen turns off automatically. If I were to turn on the phone within seconds then its fine, but if left "off" then the phone refuses to turn back on, until it is plugged into a power source again.
    (sometimes it goes back to the apple logo, and does the whole boot up/turn off thing.)
    I assumed that some liquid seeped into the phone since nothing was installed, or "changed", but what i don't understand was why the phone works perfectly if plugged in.
    I left the phone to "dry" for 24hrs, and now the top power button works, and it was working perfectly fine all afternoon, till an hr ago where it refuses to turn back on again.
    So is it some "bug" in the system or is it really that some moisture seeped into the phone?

    well the headphone moisture sensor is white. i can't locate the docking port one however i dont see anything pink or red.
    well the update on the phone is that after the 3rd day, the phone works perfectly fine now, however the power button is only 1/2 as sensitive as before. it needs to be pressed down hard to turn on, while sometimes the button remains non responsive.
    So im guessing that some liquid was dripped into the power button causing the phone to malfunction because it was receiving random power on/off signals.

  • Power wont stay on unless charging?

    Hi, my daughters bb got some water on it the other day we've had it drying out in the airing cupboard since but we tried charging it which it did but as soon as you unplug it it powers off? any ideas? x

    Sounds like the battery has reached end of life.

  • HT201210 my ipod wont turn on unless its plugged into the charger?

    my ipod touch wont turn on unless plugged into charger what should i do?

    Try:
    - Reset the iOS device. Nothing will be lost
    Reset iOS device: Hold down the On/Off button and the Home button at the same time for at
    least ten seconds, until the Apple logo appears.
    - Restore from backup. See:                                 
    iOS: How to back up           
    - Restore to factory settings/new iOS device.
    If still problem (very likely), make an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store since it appears you have a hardware problem. Likely a bad battery.
    Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar          

  • Iphone wont turn on. i plug it into charger and it stays at 87% and then i take it out of the charger and it shuts off. and then i try to turn it on and wont turn back on until i plug it back into the charger. HELP ME PLEASE!!

    iphone wont turn on. i plug it into charger and it stays at 87% and then i take it out of the charger and it shuts off. and then i try to turn it on and wont turn back on until i plug it back into the charger. HELP ME PLEASE!! how do i fix this?!

    Hello StephanieeLovezYou,
    Thank you for the details of the issue you are experiencing with your iPhone.  I would be concerned too if my iPhone was only turning on when connected to power.  I found an article with steps you can take when you encounter an issue like this.  I recommend following the steps below:
    Will not turn on, will not turn on unless connected to power, or unexpected power off
    Verify that the Sleep/Wake button functions. If it does not function, inspect it for signs of damage. If the button is damaged or is not functioning when pressed, seek service.
    Check if a Liquid Contact Indicator (LCI) is activated or there are signs of corrosion. Learn about LCIsand corrosion.
    Connect the iPhone to the iPhone's USB power adapter and let it charge for at least ten minutes.
    After at least 30 minutes, if:
    The home screen appears: The iPhone should be working. Update to the latest version of iOS if necessary. Continue charging it until it is completely charged and you see this battery icon in the upper-right corner of the screen . Then unplug the phone from power. If it immediately turns off, seek service.
    The low-battery image appears, even after the phone has charged for at least 20 minutes: See "iPhone displays the low-battery image and is unresponsive" symptom in this article.
    Something other than the Home screen or Low Battery image appears, continue with this article for further troubleshooting steps.
    If the iPhone did not turn on, reset it while connected to the iPhone USB power adapter.
    If the display turns on, go to step 4.
    If the display remains black, go to next step.
    Connect the iPhone to a computer and open iTunes. If iTunes recognizes the iPhone and indicates that it is in recovery mode, attempt to restore the iPhone. If the iPhone doesn't appear in iTunes or if you have difficulties in restoring the iPhone, see this article for further assistance.
    If restoring the iPhone resolved the issue, go to step 4. If restoring the iPhone did not solve the issue, seek service.
    My issue is still not resolved. What do I do next?
    Contact Apple Support.
    You can find the full article here:
    iPhone: Hardware troubleshooting
    http://support.apple.com/kb/TS2802
    Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
    Best,
    Sheila M.

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