HT1476 My iphone 4s will charge just enough to turn on

It will only charge to around 4 or 5%. But as soon as it turns back on it stops charging. So then it eventually dies again and the cycle repeats. I went to attempt to reset it but I wanted to back it up on itunes first but no computer will recognize it. Therefor i cant back it up or reset it.

Thanks for the info. Trying to update using iTunes on computer to see if this helps, I really need to be able to backup my contacts if I should need to get a new phone. Did you or anyone out there have in success in this area via iTunes or another option besides writing down every contact, I have many... buisness cell phone!!!
Thanks again!

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