IPhone doesn't charge when it's turned on

I got a slot for iOS 7 from a friend a month or so ago. A couple of days ago, it randomly wouldn't charge when it was on. It has slowly gotten progressively worse. It now only charges when it's off.  When it turns on, all I can do is let it die and let it charge up again (so I get 3% of use per power up). Big problem now, wish I thought of it earlier. My computer isn't recognizing the iPhone at all (even in DFU). I restored it and can't even get back on iOS 7 due to the dreaded activation error. I created an Apple service appointment but they won't service it since iOS 7 voids warranty if you're not a registered developer. What should I do? Or am I SOL?

- See:
iPod touch: Hardware troubleshooting
- Try another cable
- Try another charging source
- Look at the dock connector on the iPod. Look for abnormalities like bent or corroded contacts, cracked or broken plastic.
- Make an appointment at the Genus Bar of an Apple store.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar
Does iTunes see the iPod when connected?

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